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Chapter 795: The Upper Path of the Three Realms
Chapter 795: The Upper Path of the Three Realms
On the fourth day after returning from the Convergence Zone, Chen Chuan boarded a private vehicle and headed to the Shuxia Hotel. He had arranged a gathering with his squad members and old classmates for a meal.
Chen Chuan had been to this hotel numerous times before, and this time, the hotel's general manager personally greeted him. They had prepared the most luxurious private room on the top floor, offering a panoramic view of nearly half of Central City.
When Chen Chuan arrived at the top floor, everyone was already there. Yuan Qiuyuan and Qin Qingque stood up immediately upon seeing him and saluted respectfully, "Captain!"
The others followed suit, saluting and then greeting him.
Chen Chuan returned the salute with a smile, "Today is just a casual meal, not an official mission. Everyone, please relax." He took a seat at the dining table and waited for the orders to be placed before engaging in conversation.
Wei Chang'an couldn't help but ask, "Junior Chen, we all witnessed the conflict the other day. They say you've already surpassed the Third Limit? Is that true?"
Everyone at the table turned to look at Chen Chuan, as Wei Chang'an's question was on their minds as well. They were eager to know the answer.
Although Chen Chuan's display of power during the conflict had far exceeded the capabilities of a typical fighter, the field domain clash made it challenging to discern certain aspects. They could only speculate.
Chen Chuan nodded, "Yes, that's right. I've currently reached the Fourth Limit, which, in the common terminology, is the level of a fighter."
"A fighter..."
The group was thrilled and excited upon hearing this.
Especially for Wei Chang'an, Wu Han, Feng Xiaoqi, and Luo Kaiyuan, who were from Wuding District, reaching the Third Limit was considered an extraordinary achievement. It not only granted them Central City citizenship but also secured important positions in government and corporate departments.
For them, this was already a remarkable feat, as most fighters they encountered struggled to attain the Third Limit throughout their lives. It was hard to imagine what the Fourth Limit might entail.
Wu Han, excited, exclaimed, "The power you displayed when you destroyed that airship the other day, was that the Fourth Limit?"
Chen Chuan nodded, "That was the 'Embracing True Power,' also known as the 'Spiritual Flame.' In the final stages of the Third Limit, one can grasp a slight amount of such power."
Yuan Qiuyuan, unable to contain his curiosity, spoke up, "Captain, when I saw you blocking the airship's machine gun fire the other day, was that the same power?"
Chen Chuan explained, "No, that was a biological field domain. Every person has a biological field domain, which is usually weak in ordinary individuals but becomes very noticeable in fighters who reach the Third Limit."
As he spoke, the group suddenly felt something amiss. They were astonished to see objects scattered around the room levitating in mid-air. This sight left them in awe.
Although Chen Chuan's performance on the screen the other day was already impressive, witnessing it in person was an entirely different experience.
At that moment, they also felt a sense of oppressive power, making it slightly difficult to breathe. Instinctively, they adjusted their breathing.
Chen Chuan observed the group, and his intention was not merely to showcase the power of the field domain. He realized that some strong biological field domains could significantly stimulate the spirits and anomaly organizations of fighters.
Fighters who had experienced such power firsthand and managed to maintain their morale were more likely to break through in the future.
This was because they had witnessed and understood the path to progress, and under the pressure of external forces, their anomaly organizations would instinctively strive to enhance themselves. This was similar to Chen Chuan's experience of seeking stimulation from high-level powers before his breakthrough.
However, this method wasn't suitable for everyone, nor could it be used without caution. The people present were considered elites, which was why Chen Chuan demonstrated his power. For an average fighter, such stimulation might dampen their spirits, leaving them without the courage to strive further.
To put it simply, this stimulation is effective only if you possess the talent, will, and determination to ascend. Without these qualities, the effect would be minimal.
After a moment, Chen Chuan retracted his field domain, and the group felt a sudden relief in their breathing. They glanced at each other, still seated. That brief moment had given them a more tangible understanding of a fighter's power, and each of them seemed to grasp something vaguely, but it remained elusive.
Just then, the waiter arrived with the food, pushing a cart into the room and serving dishes onto the table. Chen Chuan smiled and said, "Let's eat first."
Wu Han agreed, "Yes, let's eat. We can discuss other matters later."
During the meal, Chen Chuan casually mentioned that he had confirmed with the Government Hall that they could grant citizenship to everyone present.
His aunt's family could have received this status when he was the Investigative Director, so the ten available spots were given to Wu Han, Feng Xiaoqi, Luo Kaiyuan, Wei Chang'an, Cai Si, and Ding Liao, among others.
As for Lu Fang, it didn't seem necessary to use the quota, as with Lu Fang's support in medicinal research, he was highly likely to reach the Third Limit within these two years. This meant he might be able to obtain citizen status on his own.
Upon hearing this news, everyone was overjoyed. Working in Central City was one thing, but having citizen status was entirely different. Without it, even daily travel was restricted, and one couldn't enjoy various conveniences.
Previously, when they joined Chen Chuan's team and became temporary employees of the Processing Bureau, things were slightly more convenient. Still, it couldn't compare to those with proper citizen status.
As they finished their meal and the conversation was winding down, Chen Chuan was about to leave with everyone. Suddenly, he paused, sensing something. He told his team members and old friends, "You all go ahead."
The group assumed he had something else to attend to, so after bidding him farewell, they left.
Soon, the spacious private room was empty except for Chen Chuan. He poured himself a hot drink and placed it on the table across from him. The once-empty chair now held a figure—Teacher Xue, who had appeared there without a sound.
"Teacher Xue, you're back? Is the matter in the Fusion Zone resolved?" Chen Chuan greeted him.
Teacher Xue smiled, "Principal Yao and the others are enough. Besides, the news of you becoming a fighter should have reached the Former Imperial House by now. If they want to deal with us, they'll need to mobilize more than twice the number of fighters. Even if they could do it, we'd notice such a large-scale mobilization of fighters."
Chen Chuan nodded. Fighters were closely watched due to their destructive power, and it was challenging to gather them without careful planning and arrangements. Now, they would be on high alert, and any slight movement might be detected. Any potential action would likely be a future concern.
"Teacher Xue, are you returning after completing this mission?" Chen Chuan asked.
"I'll wait a bit longer," Teacher Xue replied. "After all, I came here to deal with the fighter from the Linax Federation. If they don't leave, I won't either. They'll probably head to the capital in early November, and I'll follow them then. I'll stay here for a few more days. As for you, now that you're a fighter, do you want to be transferred from Jinbei Province Central City or stay here for now?"
"I still have some unfinished business, so I'd like to stay here for now," Chen Chuan said.
Teacher Xue smiled, "In that case, I'll inform the relevant personnel about your wishes. Hmm, is there anything else you'd like to ask me?"
"Teacher Xue, I'd like to seek your guidance on my future cultivation path," Chen Chuan requested.
Teacher Xue looked at him and said, "In the Fourth Limit, there are three paths to choose from, which you may already know about. To be honest, I had hoped you would take the path of 'Divine Visage,' but..."
He turned to Chen Chuan, "Do you remember a question I asked you once?"
Chen Chuan thought for a moment, then looked up at him, "Are you referring to when you asked if the spirit could exist independently of the physical body?"
"Yes, that's the one," Teacher Xue confirmed.
"Your answer then was that they were inseparable, that neither could exist without the other. Although it was just your understanding at the time, you've unknowingly made a choice. This answer reflects your own cognition and interpretation of cultivation—that both are essential."
He continued slowly, "And this path aligns with the 'Human Form' doctrine."
Chen Chuan looked at Teacher Xue and said seriously, "Teacher Xue, the path of 'Human Form' is indeed what I aspire to."
Teacher Xue nodded, "You're right, but..." He sighed, "This path is the most challenging of the three.
The 'Divine Visage' path, when practiced deeply, allows one to cast shadows and transcend physical form, freely changing one's body. The 'Unusual Form' path involves observing and comprehending the mysteries, leading to a divine-like state at its peak.
The first path requires exceptional mental strength, while the second demands a robust physical body.
The 'Human Form' path demands both mental and physical excellence, and it's not easy to cultivate. However, only this path aligns with the 'Guarding True Form, Condensing Spirit Image' principle from the 'Essence Accumulation' realm."
"I'm not skilled in this path, so I'm not sure how to guide you," he said earnestly. "But fortunately, times have changed from the old era. If you're qualified to cultivate, the methods won't be hidden. You can submit an application to the Wu Yi Institute. By the way, I know someone who's quite skilled in this path. If I see him, I'll ask a few questions on your behalf."
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(End of Chapter)
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