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Chapter 785: Capturing Shadows, Refining Qi
Chapter 785: Capturing Shadows, Refining Qi
The airship hovered above the sea, and Chen Chuan stood alone on the balcony, feeling the forward motion of the vessel beneath his feet while gazing at the vast night sky that seemed to draw one into its embrace.
Through the eyes of a fighter, the vortex above appeared even more distinct, though it flickered uncertainly, as if shielded by an invisible barrier. The opposing force seemed to relentlessly press against this thin barrier, attempting to break through, and it was getting closer.
The Great Collision was steadily approaching, and sooner or later, the two worlds would collide entirely.
One of his previous goals was to enter the Fourth Limit before the Great Collision, and now, just before its arrival, he had finally gained a measure of self-protection.
After a while, he glanced in a certain direction—toward the White Bird Zone. Although it was too far to see anything, the Linaxus Federation fighter should be there.
Perhaps this time, there would be an opportunity to exchange some words.
Moments later, he turned away, bid farewell to the old captain, and returned to the cabin.
Upon entering the cabin, he closed the door, positioned himself in the center, and drew the Snow Queen Saber. With a single slash, a rift as tall as a person appeared before him, emitting a dazzling radiance.
This stage of his cultivation focused on the True Form and Spirit Form. However, he wasn't entirely clear on the specifics of the practice. He had inquired about it from Red Veil, and the Jinbei Dao Wu Yi Academy had little knowledge in this area. But he wasn't worried; he could obtain the necessary information from either the government or the Pure Essence Sect.
His body was still undergoing continuous transformation, so he didn't need to rush into these practices just yet. All he needed was to use his psychic energy to communicate with the other world, drawing in more energy as a supplement.
He placed the Snow Queen Saber to the side and sat down in front of the rift.
Due to his field domain enveloping the surrounding dozens of meters, it was almost like an independent space. No one could perceive the reality within his domain before penetrating it.
The greatest advantage of this was that if something came from the other side, he could deal with it promptly without alerting anyone outside.
Currently, he was practicing a method taught by Teacher Xue, which was related to the Tai Bai Realm. However, he felt that some aspects were too conservative, so he made some adjustments.
Fighters are given this title for a reason. Due to their heightened psychic awareness, they can deeply understand the principles and nature of various techniques, adapting them to suit their needs. Each fighter forges their unique path.
His psyche had been in constant communication with the other side, constantly absorbing energy, but there was always a layer of obstruction. However, in front of the rift and under the guidance of his improved method, this obstruction seemed to vanish instantly. A massive amount of energy, accompanied by blinding radiance, descended upon him.
He absorbed this energy completely, storing it within his body.
At this moment, his body's transformation depended on two factors: the supply of subsequent energy and the upper limit of transformation his body could endure.
Due to his unprecedented breakthrough in foundational strength, the upper limit was evidently higher, requiring more energy. Furthermore, he might need to confront opponents of equal strength, so having a substantial reserve was always beneficial.
After becoming a fighter, his body had become entirely different from that of an ordinary person. His anomalous organization could store vast amounts of energy within, to be drawn upon and utilized when needed.
This seemed similar to the Forge Breathing Technique, leading him to suspect that the technique might have been created by referencing the anomalous organization and physical structure of fighters.
After immersing himself in cultivation for about half an hour, he suddenly caught a whiff of a potent fragrance. He looked up and saw a blurry black shadow on the ground in front of the rift. It was shapeless, but he could make out numerous slender, wavering tendrils resting on the edge of the rift.
Without the Relic to conceal them, these beings would inevitably seek him out.
The intense fragrance was emanating from his anomalous organization and the depths of his psyche, signaling that the approaching entity was beneficial to him.
He responded to this need without hesitation. Instead of waiting for the entity to cross over, he stood up, extended his hand, and grabbed at what seemed like empty space. Sharp screams pierced his mind.
Despite his hand grasping nothing tangible, he felt a strong resistance in his psyche and field domain.
Unfazed, he forcefully pulled the entity from the other side. As it crossed over, its formless body transformed into something half-illusory and half-real—a fluttering wing-like shape surrounded by countless writhing tendrils.
As he brought it closer, the fragrance intensified, and his anomalous organization seemed to urge him on.
Chen Chuan ignored the chaotic screams and grabbed the object with both hands. With a forceful tug, he tore it into two pieces, and golden flakes scattered like a shower of gold.
Due to his biological field domain, the flakes didn't fall to the ground but floated in mid-air, creating a golden mist in the radiant light.
Among the scattered pieces, a translucent, fatty substance the size of a fist caught his attention. It emitted a rich fragrance.
Chen Chuan reached out, picked it up with two fingers, and consumed it. After a while, the anomalous tissues in various parts of his body responded with delight, craving for more. It was clear that this substance was indeed what his body needed, but the small amount was like a drop in the ocean.
At that moment, Chen Chuan recalled Principal Yao's words: "Whether it's them or the beings from the other side, they feed on each other." It seemed that this was the case.
He looked at the breach, realizing that not only could he cultivate his spiritual strength by breaking through it, but he might also occasionally gain some extra benefits from the other side. However, this depended on the strength of the beings that came through. The previous being he had dealt with was manageable, but if a more powerful entity arrived, he might become their prey.
Fortunately, the curtain between the two worlds prevented extremely powerful beings from crossing over immediately. Even if they did, they would cause a huge commotion, giving him enough time to seal the breach.
After dealing with the substance, Chen Chuan continued his cultivation.
The night passed, and the morning arrived.
Chen Chuan focused solely on his cultivation, and the airship remained in the sky, giving the impression that he was engaging in a standoff with another fighter from the Linax Federation. Others couldn't fathom why Chen Chuan had specifically come to the sea at night on an airship unless it was related to another fighter.
His actions appeared defiant to outsiders: if they took a step forward, he would take one as well, unconcerned by any coercion or threats.
This situation made the United Body side the most anxious, prompting them to urge the Municipal Parliament to resolve the issue quickly. They threatened to reconsider their future cooperation if the matter wasn't handled promptly.
Meanwhile, Mr. Long had reached the checkpoint outside Central City and entered the field domain's coverage area. They immediately heard news about Chen Chuan from the Municipal Parliament, along with a request to expedite the pickup.
Mr. Long laughed and commented, "It seems this person has a strong ambition."
The others in the car were nervous. A strong ambition could also mean a strong offensive nature. Who knew what this person might do next?
The official in charge of picking up Mr. Long said, "Mr. Long, we're counting on you this time."
Mr. Long laughed again, then his expression turned serious. "Using one fighter to counter another often makes both sides cautious. But every fighter has different thoughts, and without understanding the other side, you can't predict if they'll go to extremes. Sometimes, it might even be seen as a threat, leading to a more intense response.
The fighter from the Linax Federation had a good idea before. Why not just offer the conditions? You need to pay a price to invite me, so why not offer enough benefits to appease that person?"
"Mr. Long, it's not that we're unwilling, but we're worried. Due to the power imbalance, we find it hard to trust their promises. After all, they are on the government's side, and the government has always been hostile towards us. We fear that even if we give in, it might not solve the issue. That's why we need you to step in."
"Hahaha... Well, your worries are somewhat reasonable."
Mr. Long thought for a moment. "I recall the two from the Pure Sect didn't enter the city either. This time, I won't enter the city either. If you want to negotiate, it's best to meet outside the city. Wait a moment..."
The others in the car looked at him with puzzled expressions.
Mr. Long paused briefly, then laughed briefly, "I'll go directly to him, no need to go through you. Find me a reliable commissioner to contact the other side. You don't need to get involved for now."
The others exchanged glances, understanding his intention. Mr. Long probably wanted to talk to the other fighter as a fellow fighter, not as a representative of either side.
The official quickly agreed, "Okay, Mr. Long, we'll make the arrangements."
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(End of Chapter)
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