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Chapter 801: Invitation to Battle on the High Seas
Chapter 801: Invitation to Battle on the High Seas
The Human Form, being the easiest to comprehend, allows martial artists to cultivate a certain level of combat prowess without encountering major issues.
This path is accessible to those seeking quick gains and those who lack exceptional talent compared to their peers, which explains why Principal Yao considers the Human Form to be the mainstream.
However, reaching profound levels of cultivation in the Human Form is challenging. It involves a straightforward process, focusing on one's own foundation without excessive deviation into the realms of the Divine or the Unusual. It is a path of self-reliance, building upon one's own foundation.
An individual's foundation determines their limit. While external supplements, such as drugs and special nutrients, can aid in replenishment and compensation, the further one progresses, the more difficult it becomes.
In terms of cultivation, the Human Form differs from the other two paths. It emphasizes both the spirit and the physical body, avoiding extreme practices of the other two paths. However, it requires the elimination of potential influences or attachments, thereby preserving a complete and authentic self. This process demands twice the effort.
In contrast, the Divine and Unusual Forms only require focus on a single path. After overcoming the initial challenges, progress becomes easier, and the power gained increases.
The Human Form does have its advantages. Due to its popularity, various cultivation methods are well-established. The required nutrients, ingredients, drugs, and training methods are clearly defined, and there is a wealth of experience from predecessors, reducing the risk of deviation.
Chen Chuan contemplated this, finding that the Human Form aligned well with the Pure Sect's approach of purifying the self.
However, not all martial artists in the Pure Sect would cultivate the Human Form. For instance, the masked man assisting Mr. Zhuang is unlikely to follow this path.
The core principle of the Pure Sect is to uncompromisingly defend against those from the outside world who covet the existence of this world. As long as one identifies as human, guarding their true form, the Human Form can be embraced alongside the Divine and Unusual Forms.
After this realization, Chen Chuan continued reading.
The subsequent content focused entirely on the key points of cultivating the Human Form, highlighting areas that required special attention.
The three related meridians had different emphases, but the primary focus remained on the Anomaly Organization. The Human Form required spiritual and physical training to stimulate the Anomaly Organization, leading to its transformation. This was a continuation of the previous growth of the Anomaly Organization, but now the goal was to guide it towards higher levels through various martial techniques and mental cultivation.
Similarly, excessive evolution and transformation could still be dangerous at this stage, a constant concern that required vigilance.
At this stage, martial artists had enhanced their life essence, reducing the risk of life-threatening changes in the Anomaly Organization. However, there was still a possibility of deviating from the path or allowing the Anomaly Organization to take control, transforming into something else.
Chen Chuan saw illustrations in the transmitted information depicting cases where the Anomaly Organization's excessive growth and transformation had turned people into various types of humanoid monsters. Some barely resembled humans, and their sizes varied greatly.
Therefore, the true essence of the "Guarding the True Form" realm required both courage and restraint.
Regardless of the chosen path, martial artists needed to consume large quantities of corresponding drugs during cultivation and ingest abundant ingredients to provide the necessary energy. It was best to avoid prolonged interruptions during this process.
Chen Chuan reflected that, for logistical support, relying on Central City would be more convenient. With its comprehensive supply system, even if something was lacking in one place, it could be sourced from other Central Cities.
However, special nutrients and drugs were not available in Central City. Martial artists could obtain nutrients from the Convergence Zone, but drugs required the support of the government and corporations.
This explained why most martial artists held positions in the government, rather than all of them venturing to the Convergence Zone.
Chen Chuan could likely obtain these resources from the government and, to some extent, from the Pure Sect.
If he couldn't acquire everything, he would have to find alternative solutions.
After reviewing these critical points and considerations, Chen Chuan began reading, gaining a rough understanding of the content. His physical transformation was still ongoing.
This was a positive development, as the longer the transformation process, the more solid his foundation would become, leading to higher expectations for his future cultivation. He had the patience to wait.
As he waited for the right time to begin cultivation, his focus shifted to ensuring a continuous supply of energy.
In the blink of an eye, several days passed, and it was now the 30th.
During these days, Chen Chuan hadn't visited the Bureau, as all matters were handled by Wu after his return. Xu had also been officially promoted to Investigative Director.
Additionally, a new director was on the way from another Central City, ensuring that three Investigative Directors would be present in name.
Just as he was certain that he had another appointment, Wu Ju still needed to come up with a solution, and there was still no news. However, it was highly likely that they were waiting for the gap in the World Ring to be filled before transferring someone from the Defense Department to take over.
At noon, after consuming the high-energy nutritional ingredients prepared by Gao Yanjun, he was about to take the airship to practice on the sea. Before he could even leave, he received a telegram.
It was sent by Meng Shu, and the main content was to congratulate him on becoming a fighter. At the bottom of the telegram, there was also a note from San Cheng Huang.
It mentioned that when the Fusion Border took over the Ferris Wheel Corporation's industry, it was relatively smooth at first. However, things changed a few days ago, and they encountered some obstacles.
This obstacle came from his master, the master of the Wave Surge Pavilion, Feng He Shou.
This Swordmaster, relying on his own prestige and martial prowess, caused the negotiation to come to a halt.
San Cheng Huang then went to the Wave Surge Pavilion to meet with his teacher, but the news he brought back was that Feng He Shou had heard that the security director of the Fusion Border, Chen Chuan, had become a fighter, so he wanted to spar with him. Regardless of the outcome, he would no longer create any further obstacles.
San Cheng Huang felt that he couldn't make a decision, so he attached this news to the telegram and sent it to Chen Chuan. He also mentioned that the Dragon Ocean Corporation and the Ocean Frontier Expansion Group had informed the government about this matter.
Chen Chuan's thoughts turned, and he felt that this matter might not be so simple. It was possible that Feng He Shou wanted to spar, but this Swordmaster had held that position for many years. According to the usual line of thinking, it didn't make sense for him to immediately seek a spar with him right after becoming a fighter.
Could it be just because he was the director of the Fusion Border Company? There must be another reason.
However, since he was challenged to a fight, he had no reason not to go.
Since he could obtain energy replenishment from the rift, he wasn't afraid of these additional losses. He was eager to have a formidable opponent to spar with.
However, before going, he needed to understand the specific situation clearly.
After considering this, he immediately used the World Gateway to request detailed information about this matter from An Dun. As soon as he made the request, not only the processing bureau but also the government hall actively responded.
When a fighter wanted to know information and had a good relationship with the local central city government, all aspects would provide convenience for him. Therefore, within just half an hour of his request, comprehensive and effective information was gathered and conveyed to him through An Dun, demonstrating an extremely high level of efficiency.
This was unimaginable in the past.
This was the advantage of being within the system. He didn't need to personally handle everything, as various messages and resources would automatically be centralized. In return, he also needed to maintain the system to form a stable and mutually beneficial relationship.
After reading through all the information, he was able to piece together the whole story.
In the past, the existence of the Wave Surge Pavilion was not only due to Feng He Shou's prestige but also because the pavilion didn't actively involve itself in external affairs.
At that time, the situation in the outer ocean was in a struggle between Great Prosperity and the Linax Federation. Before a clear winner emerged, neither side wanted to introduce additional variables, so no one bothered the Wave Surge Pavilion.
However, this time, Great Prosperity eliminated the Ferris Wheel Corporation, a proxy supported by the Linax Federation. With the proxy's defeat, the Ocean Frontier Expansion Group and the Dragon Ocean Corporation encompassed most of the outer ocean. Under these circumstances, the Wave Surge Pavilion had to make a choice.
Sparring with him was likely just an excuse, and his true intention was probably to find someone of equal status to negotiate.
After considering this, he decided to go to the appointment, regardless of the reason, to witness the sword techniques of this Swordmaster.
However, with his current identity, he couldn't just leave without informing the central city government and the Fighter Council.
At this moment, the phone on the table suddenly rang.
He was a bit surprised, as only family members usually called him, and since today was a rest day, he had already spoken to his aunt and others in the morning.
He walked over and picked up the receiver. A voice on the other end said, "Director Chen, it's Yao Zhiyi."
Chen Chuan was a bit surprised and said, "Principal Yao, you're back?"
"I just got back, but I only have a few words for you. I have to go back soon. Weren't you inquiring about Feng He Shou's news? The government wants to hear my opinion. They originally intended to send me there to prevent any unexpected situations on your end.
But I declined. I can't leave here, and Feng He Shou specifically mentioned your name. What's the point of sending someone else? Moreover, they don't understand, but I know your strength, old man. This matter is for you to handle."
Chen Chuan said, "Principal, I also want to witness this Swordmaster's skills."
Yao Zhiyi laughed, "I knew you would go. I can guess Feng He Shou's thoughts. I don't think he wants to make things difficult for you. Instead, he probably wants to find a way to negotiate with someone of equal status. And you have a good relationship with his disciple, right? So, you're the most suitable person to go."
Chen Chuan nodded and calmly said, "I have a good relationship with one of his disciples, but his other disciple died by my sword."
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