Chapter 636: Harvest
Chapter 636: Harvest
Chen Chuan's fist glowed for a moment before gradually dimming. This time, he had summoned his spiritual sensory power purely on his own, without relying on his second self.
However, he had a trick up his sleeve.
Since he had previously experienced how spiritual power was guided and had that experience, coupled with his exceptionally high spiritual prowess and the fact that they were within the rift, he was able to momentarily draw upon the power of another world.
Although it could only be sustained for a fleeting moment, it was enough to decide the outcome of a battle.
The fact that he could do this indicated that his recent spiritual enhancement had been effective. If he could continue cultivating in this manner, he believed that after some time, when his spirit became more robust, he would be able to stabilize this power.
The Spirit Reflection Technique he was using originated from an ancient, high-level cultivation method of the old national religion. He had also consumed a certain amount of purity substance and had his second self, so when cultivating within the rift, he didn't have to worry about invasions. He could continuously absorb essence without interruption, which was why he had made such rapid progress.
If any of these conditions were missing, it would likely take several times or even ten times longer than before. Such efficient cultivation could probably be maintained for another month or so, and he needed to make the most of it.
At this moment, he looked around. The shredded flesh and blood, whether on the ground or splattered on the walls, were slowly disappearing, as if being absorbed by the lifeform beneath his feet.
The crimson mist that had filled the air was also gradually dissipating, and his vision was becoming clearer.
The other Anyao Pavilion disciples lying on the ground, including several Third Limit Combatants like Shi Yuanba, had all lost their vital signs.
In reality, the only one he had truly killed was Ya Jianhong. Even those affected by his soft force would not have died instantly, given the vitality of Third Limit Combatants.
This outcome was likely due to the Great Sunlight being stimulated to the extreme, causing the altered tissue to completely deteriorate. Without the altered tissue, the Combatants' vitality could not be sustained.
The "Great Sunlight" was indeed formidable. This secret technique, which directly targeted altered tissue, was difficult for ordinary Combatants to resist. Even in a balanced battle, without the means to counter it, it would be challenging to endure for an extended period.
However, returning to Ya Jianhong, his ability to unleash such a powerful secret technique was primarily due to the spiritual legacy of his teacher, for which he had paid the ultimate price—his life.
The one who had infused his spirit should be the master of Anyao Pavilion, Xiu Yue Pavilion. But even he couldn't transmit his spirit across the ocean, so only Ya Jianhong, if alive, could carry this message back.
Chen Chuan guessed that the spirit's final plan was to use Ya Jianhong's last burst of vitality to kill him, ensuring that there would be no obstacles for the next Anyao Pavilion mission to Danliu Pavilion.
He took a few steps forward, picked up the short sword left by Ya Jianhong, intending to take it back for his collection. As for the broken long sword, he decided to leave it; one was enough.
Anyao Pavilion, Fenglin Pavilion, and Lang Tao Academy likely had better collections. Hmm, he should visit those places when he had the chance.
As he turned, the phantom was still there, repeatedly practicing a secret technique. With so many Anyao Pavilion disciples fallen, these phantoms would likely persist for a while.
Shaking his head, Chen Chuan walked to his waterproof bag, opened it, and took out a new coat to change into. After a quick tidy-up, he emerged from the rift and returned to the upper level.
When he reached the cliff platform, Olivar and Talu were waiting. Seeing him, Olivar's face lit up with joy, but he noticed Chen Chuan had changed clothes. "Mr. Chen, are you okay?" Olivar asked.
"I'm fine," Chen Chuan replied. Then, addressing both of them, he said, "The Anyao Pavilion disciples have all been taken care of." Well, to be precise, they were annihilated by him and Ya Jianhong.
Olivar had already suspected as much, but hearing it from Chen Chuan's mouth still left him momentarily dazed. Soon, excitement colored his face, and his beard quivered uncontrollably.
Chen Chuan turned to Talu and said, "Talu, I think you should go down first and take a look. There might be something you want to see."
Olivar, sensing something, urged, "Talu, go, quickly! I'll stay here."
Talu nodded and, along with Chen Chuan, returned to the lower level. As they entered the rift, Chen Chuan noticed that all the corpses had completely vanished, leaving behind a few weapons half-buried in the ground, slowly sinking further.
The moment Talu entered, she was immediately drawn to the secret technique demonstrated by the phantom, there wasn't just one phantom but several, shifting like smoke.
"This is... Anyao Pavilion's techniques... Great Sunlight... Heart Walk... Rotating Blade Force... and... Reflecting Emptiness!" Talu exclaimed, reciting several of Anyao Pavilion's secret techniques and finally revealing her delight.
Chen Chuan glanced in the direction she was looking. As Talu had mentioned earlier, "Reflecting Emptiness" was the final realm that Anyao Pavilion disciples had to comprehend before breaking through the Sword Sage.
But the secret techniques of both parties were likely to be vastly different, making it highly possible that these were highly complementary cultivation methods.
This secret technique should be mastered by a disciple who is about to break through to the limit, and Ya Jianhong's level may not be able to grasp it. Moreover, as a vessel of spiritual legacy, he doesn't need to inherit these techniques.
So, this is probably not contributed by Ya Jianhong but is likely derived from the spirit that was attached to him.
Since it's not a secret technique of Danliu Pavilion, those who were equally interested observed for a while, and they realized that it was likely a method to activate spiritual sensory power.
He didn't need to pay much attention to it, as he was already standing there. All he needed to do was follow the steps and practice according to his understanding.
His attention quickly shifted to observing various techniques, especially how the phantoms demonstrated the application of force and the manipulation of altered tissue. After studying these, he could have more references and insights for subsequent heart power development.
Talu sat down after watching for a moment, as if contemplating something. She sat for several moments, and by two in the afternoon, she stood up with renewed energy and performed a respectful gesture of Danliu Pavilion towards Chen Chuan, saying, "Thank you, Mr. Chen."
Chen Chuan asked, "You're welcome. Did Talu find these helpful?"
Talu nodded, "I know how to proceed from now on, and I understand some areas that need improvement, but the benefits aren't as great as the seniors claimed."
"Oh? Why is that?" Chen Chuan inquired.
Talu thought for a moment, "An Yao Pavilion and Danliu Pavilion indeed share the same origin, and many of their techniques can make up for our deficiencies in force. Although I've gained insights, I can't integrate the strengths of both forces into one, so I can only continue on the path of Danliu Pavilion."
She paused, then continued, "Actually, Danliu Pavilion already has a path to the Fist Sage, and it's a complete path. There's no need to absorb too much from other sources."
Chen Chuan immediately understood her meaning, "So, initially, Master Hongfa didn't intend to split the inheritance into two branches. It's because no disciple could inherit the complete secret technique that he allowed both branches to cultivate a part of it, and both could forge their own paths?"
"I believe so," Talu replied.
Chen Chuan nodded, thinking that only a truly outstanding disciple could possibly integrate the techniques of both schools. However, for someone at this level, the teachings of one school were sufficient, and the secrets of the other school could only provide some inspiration.
He said, "An Yao Pavilion has suffered significant losses, and it's hard to determine if they will send more people here. I know the situation in An Yao Pavilion, and there shouldn't be more than five Third Limit Combatants in the pavilion. Their well-known disciples, well, they should all be here, so they won't send anyone else."
Chen Chuan's thoughts turned, realizing that An Yao Pavilion had sent their entire elite force this time. If they were to come again, it would likely be the Sword Sage himself.
But that was almost impossible. If it were feasible, he would have done it already.
He vaguely knew that these warriors seemed to avoid using their full strength in the outside world due to certain restrictions, be it from the government, companies, or other reasons. For now, he didn't need to worry about this.
At this moment, Talu said, "Mr. Chen, I'd like to spar with you again, if you're willing."
She paused, pointing to the phantom, "It's not just me, but this senior here... I can let this senior's spirit possess me, and through fighting, I can better demonstrate the secret techniques of Danliu Pavilion."
Chen Chuan was intrigued and readily agreed, "Sure, if Talu is up for it, let's spar again."
Talu raised her long staff in a respectful gesture, saying, "Fellow warrior, let's begin." She lifted the staff, and the phantom rose from the ground, seemingly merging with her.
However, from the perspective of the field, the two sides' fields resonated, and they stood at the intersection of this resonance.
Chen Chuan glanced at the field, reached out, and grabbed a long sword that was stuck in the ground. This was a friendly spar, and as his opponent was using a weapon, he did the same out of respect.
Although the altered tissue in the sword wasn't his own, he could still convey his force with his speed and strength.
Talu saw that he was ready, so she ran forward a few steps, then suddenly spun, and the staff came crashing down from above!
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(End of Chapter)
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