parentshiftbook Chapter 286 The Golden Nature is Immortal, Cultivating Two Paths Simultaneously
Chapter 286 The Golden Nature is Immortal, Cultivating Two Paths Simultaneously
Chapter 285 The Golden Nature is Immortal, Cultivating Two Paths Simultaneously
Li Xijun gathered her thoughts and solemnly asked the question that had been lingering in her mind for a long time:
"Senior Mu Sheng, there is something I still don't understand. Why do we martial artists need to condense our martial arts golden core after reaching the outer realm?"
What is the deeper meaning behind this?
Upon hearing this question, Mu Sheng's face showed a distinct look of surprise for the first time. He did not answer immediately, but instead looked at Li Xijun carefully with a scrutinizing and probing gaze, as if he wanted to get to know him again.
Li Xijun's heart skipped a beat, but the image of the Supreme Heavenly Venerable of the Unity of the Three Teachings, hanging high in the depths of his consciousness, reflected his pure heart, making his mind clear and without any trace of panic or abnormality.
Meeting Mu Sheng's gaze, he frankly asked, "Why does Senior look at me like that? Is there something wrong with my question?"
Upon hearing this, the strange look on Mu Sheng's face transformed into a slight smile of approval.
He shook his head: "No, it's not that it's inappropriate. It's just that I didn't expect you to ask this question at this stage."
Mu Sheng's tone carried a hint of感慨 (gǎnkǎi, a complex emotion encompassing both regret and reflection), "Most people, even many martial artists hailed as geniuses, after advancing to the Outer Realm, think about how to increase their spiritual power faster to break through to the next realm, or cultivate more powerful martial arts techniques. Few people think about fundamental questions like 'Why the Golden Core stage?' You, on the other hand—are quite interesting."
He paused, as if organizing his thoughts, then slowly said:
"Since you asked, I will tell you. This method of condensing the Golden Core of Martial Arts is not something that our Federation was born with. Rather, it originates from an extremely powerful mythological world with a civilization level far exceeding ours, and even surpassing the Anagard God Clan."
Li Xijun's gaze sharpened, and he was shaken.
The god-king of Anagard was strong enough before, but there is a world even more powerful than the Anagard gods?
Wei Sheng continued, "That world was glorious and prosperous, and there were many beings like the Martial Saint. This method was originally obtained by the Wind Saint in a very accidental opportunity. He felt that its potential was limitless, so he brought it back and shared it with everyone. Later, through the continuous research, practice and improvement of countless wise men, martial arts masters and predecessors of our Human Federation, it finally formed the Golden Core Path that we are walking today."
He steered the conversation back to the core issue: "However, to understand why it's called the Golden Core, you need to first understand what the Golden Core and the subsequent Vajra Realm are ultimately for."
Mu Sheng's voice became low and solemn: "Essentially, the ultimate goal of both of these realms is to achieve the Martial Saint realm!"
"To become a Martial Saint, one must comprehend the laws of the universe and then imprint those laws into one's own origin."
"From then on, every move of the Martial Saint could activate the corresponding laws of the universe, his words became law, and he controlled a region of heaven and earth. His power was worlds apart from that of martial artists below the Martial Saint, and they were no longer on the same level."
"but!"
Mu Sheng changed the subject, his tone becoming heavy, "Soon, the pioneers discovered a cruel truth. Even those with extraordinary talent who successfully comprehended the laws were unable to withstand them when attempting to absorb them."
"The laws of the universe, what immense power they possess! They are the cornerstone of the world, the supreme force. How can mortal life forms bear such power? Thus, the tragedy of physical collapse and soul annihilation at the moment the laws are applied is all too common."
Li Xijun listened with a trembling heart, as if he could see those brilliant pioneers who, upon touching the highest threshold, fell in despair because they could not bear it.
"Then, how can one attain a life level sufficient to bear the laws?" Mu Sheng asked himself, answering his own question, "Our predecessors and sages pondered deeply, and finally, they found the path in this Martial Arts Golden Core method!"
"The reason why the condensed martial arts golden core is called a 'golden' core is not because of its color, but because our predecessors discovered an extremely special essence within it!"
The Wood Saint's gaze deepened. "Within this essence lies a trace, subtle yet undeniably real, meaning of 'immortality,' 'indestructibility,' and 'eternity'! We can call it—the Metal element!"
"This is a qualitative leap from nothing to something! It's the first step from the mundane to immortal life!"
With a hint of reverence in his tone, Mu Sheng continued:
"Martial artists use this faint trace of 'golden essence' to refine and hone their skills after condensing their golden core."
Accumulate knowledge and skills, continuously integrating them into your flesh, bones, and soul, subtly elevating your level of life.
"When the 'Indestructible Will' accumulated in the physical body and soul is sufficient, reaching a certain critical point, the martial artist's life form will undergo a tremendous leap, entering the Vajra Realm! In this realm, the physical body is said to be indestructible, the soul is incomparably resilient, and it initially possesses the qualifications to bear the laws!"
Li Xijun suddenly realized that the Golden Core was the seed and the Vajra Realm was the seedling, both of which were for the purpose of eventually bearing the laws and becoming the towering tree of the Martial Saint!
Mu Sheng further explained:
"But qualifications also vary. In theory, only those who have condensed a seventh-level indestructible golden body or above have a chance to bear the laws and attempt to break through to the Martial Saint level. Below the seventh level, the hope is slim."
"But... that's just the minimum theoretical threshold."
"In reality, if you really want to become a Martial Saint with a sure thing, the Nine Revolutions Undying Golden Body is the safest choice. Thunder Saint, Light Saint, and I all achieved the Nine Revolutions Golden Body before attempting to break through to the Martial Saint realm."
At this point, Mu Sheng shook his head: "However, simply possessing the Nine Revolutions Undying Golden Body is far from enough. Because the difficulty and severity of comprehending the laws are no less than, and perhaps even greater than, condensing the golden body."
"First, there is the strength of the soul. Even after being strengthened once by the Undying Gold nature, many martial artists still lack the strength of a soul to support them in deeply comprehending the ethereal laws of the universe."
"Secondly, and most importantly, is comprehension!" Mu Sheng sighed. "Comprehension is a very mysterious thing."
We currently believe that it is primarily determined by the fixed origin of a person's soul and life force from birth. This is almost entirely innate and extremely difficult to change later in life. I really can't think of any way to directly increase a person's understanding of their soul's origin—”
Upon hearing this, Li Xijun remained outwardly calm, still listening attentively and thoughtfully, nodding in agreement with Mu Sheng's assessment.
However, deep within his heart, a tidal wave of ecstatic joy had already surged.
Others can't do it, but he can!
He possesses an independent system for refining the spirit, and has long since condensed the Manifestation of the Holy Heart, making his spiritual strength far surpass that of others of the same level.
Moreover, his mental form can continue to improve through methods such as undergoing tribulations. At the level of the soul, he has an unparalleled advantage. After undergoing several tribulations, he will be able to surpass the strength of Mu Sheng and others when they first comprehended the laws.
In terms of enhancing his comprehension, he can subdue all other beings in the heavens.
Each successful convergence is not only an increase in power, but also a completion and sublimation of one's own soul origin and life origin.
His understanding had already been significantly enhanced during the two previous attempts to subdue his "other self".
This is enough to break the ironclad rule that the Wood Saint said, "Comprehension is innate and extremely difficult to improve."
These two points are his enormous advantages in reaching the realm of Martial Saint, and are a shortcut to heaven that belongs only to him.
Wei Sheng, of course, was unaware of Li Xijun's thoughts. He looked at Li Xijun, his admiration deepening.
"The reason we value you so highly is partly because your mental strength is naturally powerful, far surpassing that of your peers."
"More importantly, you possessed exceptional talent from the very beginning of your martial arts training, easily reaching the state of 'unity of heaven and man,' and even creating the Four Symbols Technique, a supreme art that directly points to the Great Dao. Your comprehension is unparalleled in my life. To put it bluntly, even I, back in my day, was far inferior to you in terms of comprehension."
He said with certainty, "In fact, in this Global National Games, don't be fooled by the seemingly extraordinary talents of those witches, Thor's disciples, and demigods. In our eyes, compared to you, they are nothing more than fireflies that can be easily discarded. They are even inferior to your girlfriend, who also has outstanding talent in mental power."
"Only you are recognized as the true hope for the future of our Human Federation!"
Li Xijun nodded humbly again, indicating that he understood.
Mu Sheng concluded, "That's all I have to say about cultivation today. The specific method for condensing the Golden Core will be given to you later. Your school's teachers and the female principal will impart their relevant experience to you beforehand. Before that, you should focus on cultivating until you reach the late stage of the Outer Realm."
He pointed to the world of life and death, prosperity and decline around him:
"For now... you should stay here and cultivate in peace, adjusting your state. Later, I will expound the Dao for you, personally explaining to you the mysteries of life, death, decay, and endless reincarnation. This will be of immeasurable benefit to your future understanding of the laws of heaven and earth, the improvement of your own techniques, and even the creation of new martial arts."
"Yes, senior!" Li Xijun replied respectfully.
He did as instructed, walked to the side, sat down cross-legged, and seemed to be closing his eyes to regulate his breathing and digest the earth-shattering words that the Wood Saint had just spoken.
In fact, he possesses the characteristic of "one certificate for life", and his condition is always at its peak, requiring no adjustment.
He was more focused on calming his excitement and comparing and planning the paths to Golden Elixir, Vajra, and Martial Saint revealed by the Wood Saint with his own strengths.
Especially after fully understanding the underlying logic of martial arts advancement in the main world, Li Xijun became even more certain of his conjecture.
In the main world, the Golden Core and Vajra are cultivation methods used to strengthen one's physical body and soul with the properties of gold, aiming to achieve an indestructible golden body and ultimately comprehend the laws of enlightenment.
The Dharma body condensed in the martial arts world is the condensation of one's own cultivation. It is more like the refining of Qi in Xianxia novels to improve one's cultivation, comprehend the laws of heaven and earth, and improve the Dharma body. Ultimately, one seeks the intertwining of the Dharma body and the laws, completely integrating them into the physical body, and thus achieving the Dharma body.
In this way, he can cultivate both the Golden Core of martial arts in the main world and the Dharma Form of martial arts world.