Chapter 715: Preparation
Chapter 715: Preparation
Chen Chuan raised his eyebrows, a surprising revelation indeed. However, upon reflecting on the two fighters he had encountered thus far, both seemed to have certain peculiar...habits, which inadvertently supported such a claim.
Mr. Zhuan solemnly explained, "According to the teachings of the Old Religion, this stage is known as 'Dragon Seal Gate,' where a fighter must perform the Dragon Seal Ritual to break through the Heaven Gate. The offering can be a certain emotion, attachment, or even a hobby of your own. It all depends on you, as this has been proven to be the most feasible approach."
"In some records of the old era, the Old Religion used to conduct secret sect rituals with a large number of human sacrifices for the upper echelons' breakthroughs. However, in the eyes of those elites, human lives held little value, so the effect was minimal, and fortunately so, as this method didn't gain much popularity."
"And when stripped of power and status, these elites were unwilling to let go, so it's rare for those with actual authority, like the imperial family, to achieve breakthroughs. Even if they did, it would be impossible for them to remain in their positions."
His tone turned especially serious as he continued, "When considering this, you must be cautious. While it's true that the more you give up, the more you gain, we must remember that there are things we cannot abandon—things we must uphold. If we stop valuing these, we can no longer be called human, and I would no longer be the person I once was."
Chen Chuan nodded slightly, understanding that this was inevitable. The bottom line had to be maintained; otherwise, the breakthrough would be meaningless.
For instance, a fighter who originally valued family and friendship might become the complete opposite if they abandoned those attachments.
Of course, those who truly valued these things might not choose to do so, but it was conceivable that extreme thoughts could lead to greater power or unpredictable consequences.
Even without being extreme, Chen Chuan could think of some bizarre vows and practices. However, in the end, it all depended on how one's heart perceived it, so not everything was possible. One could deceive others but never oneself.
Overall, this step was a technique to address the issue of insufficient mental resilience. As Mr. Zhuan put it, if one's mental strength was already robust, there was no need to go through this step.
Mr. Zhuan continued, "The reason I mentioned this first is that a fighter's talent is mostly determined by their innate abilities. When your mental strength breaks through the limit, it's like being reborn, and the mental foundation you possess at that moment decides your future achievements. Naturally, the more abundant, the better."
"You need to figure out what to give up and what to keep."
Chen Chuan nodded again.
Mr. Zhuan said, "Now, let's talk about the specifics of entering the fourth limit." As he spoke, a certain brightness shone in his eyes.
Instantly, Chen Chuan felt a surge of mental strength. He had experienced this before when interacting with Schu Laoshi, so he opened his mind, and in that moment, numerous pieces of information appeared in his consciousness.
Mr. Zhuan said, "Given your current level of cultivation, these methods won't be a challenge for you. The key lies in reaching the threshold of this breakthrough, so I won't go into details. You can review it yourself first, and if there's anything unclear or any questions, you can come back to me."
"I've also brought some necessary items for the breakthrough this time. I was planning to give them to you later, but seeing that you're not far from this limit, you can take them with you now."
He brought over his briefcase, opened it, and took out a box about twenty centimeters square, pushing it towards Chen Chuan.
"Thank you, Mr. Zhuan," Chen Chuan said.
"There's no need to thank me," Mr. Zhuan said. "I only hope that you will guide future generations with utmost dedication."
Chen Chuan nodded solemnly, "I will."
"There's something I need to inform the Action Faction about," he added. "In a few days, perhaps even within these few days, I need to make a trip to the Fusion Ground."
Mr. Zhuan said, "The Fusion Ground? For a mission? Then you must be careful."
Chen Chuan understood his implication. Although fighters rarely appeared in the Central City, there were no restrictions on them in the Fusion Ground. Moreover, the suspected traitorous fighter was also in the Fusion Ground.
However, to counter the forces of the Old Imperial Family and guard against certain existences, the Jinbei Province also had its own fighter stationed there. According to Chen Chuan's information, this person was highly likely to be the never-before-seen Principal of the Wu Yi Academy.
"I'll be careful," Chen Chuan assured him.
Mr. Zhuan smiled, "I know you have official duties, so I won't keep you. Take a look at what I've given you. Before you leave, if you need me, you can come here directly."
Chen Chuan bid farewell, took the box from the desk, stood up, and bowed slightly, saying, "Mr. Zhuan, I'll take my leave now."
After bidding farewell, he greeted Chang Dong and Gao Yanjun before driving back to the city area.
This time, he didn't return to the bureau but went directly to his residence in the Wu Ding District, where he had some items to receive for his trip to the Fusion Ground.
Just as he arrived at his residence, he saw a familiar car waiting there, seemingly having noticed his arrival. Pei, the Member of Parliament, stepped out of the car and waved at him.
Chen Chuan slowed down and rolled down the car window, saying, "Mr. Pei? What's the matter? Why don't we go inside and talk?"
Mr. Pei smiled and said, "I won't go in. This time, Commissioner Liang has entrusted me to inform you of some matters, and I'll be on my way after that."
Chen Chuan nodded and opened the passenger door. Mr. Pei walked over from the front of the car and sat in the passenger seat. He then tapped on the Dimensional Token.
Chen Chuan immediately received a map of the Fusion Zone.
It was an extremely large map, covering a vast area, including the fusion zone, old imperial strongholds, flying ship docking points, the confrontation zone between the fusion zone and the old imperial forces, and some unexplored unknown areas.
Mr. Pei tapped on an unknown area of the map and said, "This is where the relic is said to have appeared, and it's also the location where Captain Xu's squad is heading. Judging by the distance and the squad's speed, they're already close to the area."
Chen Chuan glanced at the map. Although it was just a small point on the map, the actual area was quite vast. More importantly, the surrounding area was largely undeveloped, with no garrisons, making it a dangerous and primitive region, as indicated by the bright red color on the map.
Mr. Pei said, "After months of clashes with the old imperial forces, both sides are now in a period of recuperation. Although the fighting has ceased, small-scale conflicts still occur from time to time. We anticipate another battle before the end of the year, so this is the window of opportunity we have for the next month or so."
He turned and said, "According to reliable information, the old imperial side is also sending people to search. The enemy is not limited to those we've encountered so far, Chen. You need to be careful."
Chen Chuan nodded, having already anticipated this. He was mentally prepared.
Mr. Pei said, "The map of the fusion zone has been updated. You can refresh it again. After you set the departure time, I'll be responsible for escorting you there."
Chen Chuan replied, "Okay."
Mr. Pei said, "Then I won't delay you any further. I'll take my leave now."
Chen Chuan said, "Okay, see you again."
Mr. Pei bid him farewell and returned to his car, quickly driving away.
Chen Chuan drove into his residence. After getting out of the car, the leader of the Fusion Boundary faction stationed there informed him that many of the items he had requested had already been sent, and they had all been moved to the training room on the third floor according to his instructions.
After acknowledging this, Chen Chuan went to freshen up. He then headed to the training room on the third floor, where he saw a room filled with various items.
These were all weapons and items prepared based on Chen Bitong's experience, each with its specific purpose.
Chen Chuan scanned the room and walked over to a box. He opened it to find a white "rope" coiled inside, which was actually a "Dragon Hunter Lance."
This lance was fifteen meters long and was an altered weapon. Normally, it could curl up like a rope, but once infused with power, it would instantly become rigid and straight, making it essential for dealing with large creatures. Ordinary people without sufficient power couldn't use it effectively.
However, Chen Chuan believed that with enough strength and the right techniques, it could potentially be used against humans.
He inspected it and, seeing no weapons, closed the box. He moved to another box and took out a uniquely shaped firearm that connected to the shoulder and chest, extending all the way to the arm.
This weapon was obtained from the Handling Bureau—the "Thunder Cannon" produced by the Dragon Roar Corporation. It had immense power and was ideal for fighters to hunt down various creatures in the fusion zone. It could also be used against humans.
Even a third-limit fighter without lateral training in power would lose their fighting ability if hit by this weapon at close range.
In addition to these, Chen Chuan had also ordered throwing ropes, large nets, various medicines, small tools, and even some small combat creatures.
This was based on Chen Bitong's experience. In the fusion zone, having medicines alone wasn't enough. These small combat creatures could effectively hunt and consume the various small insects in the area, ensuring minimal interference.
Additionally, Chen Chuan had also purchased a large amount of secret sect materials through the Secret Sect Inspection Bureau.
Spending the night in the wild of the fusion zone was extremely dangerous, and he didn't want to rely solely on the tools and items provided by the Defense Department. It was essential to have backup plans.
At this moment, he picked up the short sword that he rarely used. This sword had been modified by the Handling Bureau to include a long rope. When he drew it out, his cold eyes were reflected on the mirror-like blade.
This trip to the fusion zone was not only about clearing out the armed personnel of the Union and the Linaksis Federation but also about the location indicated by Qi Qianyang's mind imprint. It remained to be seen if there would have an opportunity to deal with him this time.
(End of Chapter)
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