parentshiftbook Chapter 2064 The Exploitation of the Works of Nature
Chapter 2064 The Exploitation of the Works of Nature
Chapter 2064 The Exploitation of the Works of Nature
These halos were pure and flawless, possessing a strange power that calmed the mind and dispelled distracting thoughts. Wherever the halos passed, the hazy light and shadow and Daoist rhythms in the void became clearer and more orderly.
Above Chen Fei's head, countless fist-sized, illusory lotus flowers, golden and white in color, bloomed out of thin air.
These lotus flowers slowly rotated, their petals unfurling, with tiny points of starlight constantly appearing and disappearing at their centers, sprinkling down strands of light rain.
At the same time, behind Chen Fei, a blurry, constantly shifting halo of light vaguely appeared.
Within the halo, countless tiny images seemed to flash, some fragments of the past, others possibilities of the future, but all were blurry and difficult to discern.
The true nature remains unmoved, illuminating both the past and the present!
Chen Fei's soul is undergoing a transformation under the influence of this massive amount of insight and the nourishment of this strange phenomenon.
His spiritual essence became more solid and stable, his perception became sharper and broader, and his control over himself and his insight into the outside world improved rapidly. That profound feeling of unwavering spiritual light and immovable truth began to quietly take root and sprout in Chen Fei's heart.
Cultivation transcends the passage of time, especially during such profound transformations of the soul.
Chen Fei became completely immersed in it, forgetting everything outside, focusing solely on absorbing, digesting, and refining...
I don't know how much time passed; it could have been several hours or several days.
The dazzling golden lotus of divine souls on Chen Fei's body, the rippling spiritual aura, and the blurry halo of time behind him gradually receded and faded, eventually disappearing quietly into the space between his eyebrows like rivers flowing into the sea.
As the last glimmer of the strange light faded, Chen Fei slowly opened his eyes.
This time, the sharp, dark golden light in his eyes was gone, replaced by a unique luster that was as deep as an abyss, seemingly able to perceive every minute detail and reflect the true nature of all things.
With a flicker of his eyes, a lively spirit naturally emerges, as if containing boundless wisdom and vitality.
The Immortal True Light Mirror, the Great Perfection Realm!
Chen Fei quietly sensed the changes within himself. His cultivation level hadn't improved; he remained at the early stage of the Tai Cang Realm. However, the strength and agility of his divine soul had genuinely increased by 30%.
This is a rather astonishing improvement. You should know that at the Tai Cang Realm level, every bit of growth in the divine soul is basically in line with the improvement in cultivation.
The Undying True Light Mirror, a top-tier secret technique specializing in the soul, brought him such remarkable progress in a short period of time.
Furthermore, due to his breakthrough in the Heavenly Origin Dao Foundation, Chen Fei's divine soul was already much stronger than that of many ordinary early-stage Tai Cang Realm cultivators.
With this further increase of 30%, his spiritual strength and foundation have already surpassed those of other early-stage Tai Cang Realm cultivators who have also broken through to the Heavenly Origin Dao Foundation stage.
The enhancement of the spirit brings benefits in all aspects.
With more agile thinking, more refined perception, and more precise control over one's own power, the ability to resist inner demons and external evils is greatly enhanced.
Most importantly, Chen Fei felt that the time he could maintain the high-intensity state of the Dao Ruins True Body had been extended, although not by much, but it had increased from a dozen breaths to more than twenty breaths.
Chen Fei felt refreshed for a moment, then closed his eyes again without lingering.
The next step is the Eternal Spacetime Array.
With a thought, he began to circulate the Dao Array Heavenly Pivot Law within his body. In an instant, a vast amount of insights into the Eternal Void Time Array Scripture appeared in his sea of consciousness like a torrent.
This time, it involves countless complex and profound array runes, spatial trajectories, time flows, and the endless combinations and changes between them.
"Rumble..."
Centered on Chen Fei, within a radius of tens of thousands of miles, complex, semi-transparent patterns composed of pure light began to appear. These patterns continuously extended, intertwined, and combined, forming array phantoms of varying sizes that constantly appeared and disappeared in cycles.
Within the illusory array, fragments of time would sometimes slip away like quicksand, and folds of space would sometimes ripple like waves.
Faintly, one could even hear the low, humming sound of the void being plucked by an invisible force, like the vibration of a musical string.
Around Chen Fei's body, concentric rings of light, interwoven with silver and pale gray, appeared, constantly expanding. The two rings nested and rotated, evolving into various mysterious spacetime phenomena.
In some places, time is flowing faster, while in others it is slowing down. In some places, space is being slightly stretched, while in others it is being compressed... These are the most basic changes in spacetime caused by the power of the array.
In Chen Fei's sea of consciousness, those insights into array formations poured in like a galaxy, which he absorbed, understood, and digested rapidly and systematically. He seemed to see countless array masters setting up formations in the void, and he saw how spacetime was fixed, distorted, and connected by array patterns…
The essence of the Eternal Void Array Scripture is being integrated into his array system in an unprecedentedly efficient way.
After an unknown amount of time, the complex array phantoms and spacetime halo around him gradually faded away, eventually turning into specks of light that merged into Chen Fei's body.
Chen Fei opened his eyes, and countless tiny array patterns and runes flashed by before returning to calm. However, the aura of insight into the structure of all things and clear understanding of the pulse of time and space was deeply imprinted in his soul.
Eternal Spacetime Array Classic, Great Perfection Realm!
If the formations below the Tai Cang Realm are more about borrowing and guiding the primordial energy of heaven and earth, the flow of earth veins, and even some rules, then in the Tai Cang Realm, the formations begin to truly touch upon the level of the Dao.
The array formations of the Tai Cang Realm are based on one's own Dao Domain and use one's understanding of the rules of heaven and earth as a pen to directly write and construct one's own Dao array patterns in the void.
It can more directly mobilize, or even temporarily change, the local rules of heaven and earth. Its power and mystery are completely different from before.
Having cultivated the Eternal Spacetime Array Manual to its Great Perfection, Chen Fei not only gained a completely new understanding of how to set up and break the Tai Cang Realm arrays, but also developed an unprecedentedly profound understanding of spacetime.
As soon as Chen Fei had a thought, countless ideas, plans, and array pattern designs flooded his mind as he considered how to modify and upgrade his array puppet.
The current array puppet is still at the fifteenth-tier top-grade level. Now that he has reached the Tai Cang Realm, the level of the enemies he faces has also increased. The power of this array puppet can no longer keep up with Chen Fei's current level.
It must be comprehensively upgraded and transformed to the level of the sixteenth-order Tai Cang Realm in order to regain its due function.
Chen Fei did not continue cultivating. Although he still had a sixteenth-level Heavenly Origin Technique that he had not yet cultivated, he was not in a hurry for it.
The Heavenly Origin Technique was ultimately just a disguise; what Chen Fei needed at this moment was to elevate the level of the array puppet.
With this thought in mind, Chen Fei conjured up the beacon of the Martial Arts Arena of All Heavens and Myriad Realms.
As Chen Fei injected a wisp of Yuan energy, the patterns on the beacon's surface suddenly lit up, emitting a soft white light that enveloped his body.
The next moment, time and space shifted, and the familiar feeling of detachment returned.
When Chen Fei's vision cleared again, he found himself standing before a vast, ancient complex of buildings, filled with the aura of countless powerful figures.
Towering towers reaching into the clouds, magnificent halls suspended in mid-air, and massive, crisscrossing arenas... everything is similar to what we've seen before, yet also different.
The building materials here are more ancient and mystical, and the Taoist aura and the pressure of rules permeating the air are even stronger.
There were fewer people coming and going, but the aura emanating from each of them was much stronger than before.
The Martial Arts Arena of the Myriad Realms has numerous planes, and cultivators of different realms are automatically assigned to different areas. The arena in front of Chen Fei at this moment is the location of the sixteenth-level Tai Cang Realm, and this is Chen Fei's first time here.
Chen Fei composed himself, his figure flashed, and he transformed into a streak of light, quickly merging into the vast complex of buildings, heading straight for the exchange area.
The exchange area still consisted of floating orbs of light, but these orbs were larger and emitted a more restrained and profound glow. Chen Fei randomly selected an orb and reached out to touch it.
A flash of light, and the surrounding scenery changed once again.
A tranquil bamboo grove, a babbling stream, an ancient pavilion, and inside the pavilion, a familiar old man in gray robes leisurely sipping tea.
Linyuan Pavilion.
The old man remained the same; time seemed to have stood still for him. He looked up, saw Chen Fei, and a familiar smile appeared on his face. He said, "Young hero, you've arrived. Please have a seat!"
As he spoke, the old man picked up the teapot on the table and poured Chen Fei a cup of tea. The fragrant aroma of the tea was soothing and calming, bringing a sense of tranquility to the mind.
Chen Fei didn't stand on ceremony and sat down opposite the old man, picking up his teacup and taking a sip. The clear, sweet tea went down his throat, turning into a warm current that nourished his body and mind, instantly dispelling much of the fatigue from continuous cultivation.
“Senior,” Chen Fei put down his teacup and got straight to the point, “I have come here to forge a sixteenth-grade low-rank array puppet. I need to exchange for some suitable spiritual materials to upgrade my existing array puppet.”
Chen Fei paused for a moment, then continued, "In addition, I have a limited number of Source Points, and I would like to exchange them for a decent forging inheritance so that I can do it myself."
After listening, the old man didn't ask any further questions, but simply smiled and nodded, then casually waved his hand.
Instantly, a light screen composed of pure light appeared before Chen Fei. On the light screen, several illusory objects, each shimmering with different luster and possessing different auras, were clearly listed, along with detailed textual descriptions.
The old man pointed to several materials at the front of the light screen and slowly introduced them: "These are all spiritual materials suitable for use as the core of a sixteenth-order low-grade array puppet, each with its own advantages and disadvantages."
"This first type is called Hunyuan Star Core Iron." The old man pointed to a dark silver metallic phantom with countless tiny star-like dots flowing across its surface.
"This item originates from some ancient star cores that are about to collapse. It is extremely solid and naturally contains a trace of chaotic star power. It can not only support powerful array patterns, but also emit a chaotic star power field when fighting enemies, disrupting the opponent's perception of laws."
Its advantages are excellent defense and formation support; its disadvantages are its excessive weight, which significantly affects the puppet's flexibility, and its high price, requiring 340 Source Points.
"The second type is Yi Wood Longevity Jade Marrow."
The old man then pointed to a jade phantom that was entirely emerald green and full of vitality. "This object contains immense vitality and the Daoist essence of wood. Using it as the main material, the puppet will have extremely strong self-repairing ability and will be well compatible with most types of formations."
Its advantages are vigorous vitality and strong adaptability; its disadvantages are that its physical strength is slightly inferior to that of metal-based main materials, and it is vulnerable to extreme metal or fire attribute attacks. The price is 375 Source Points.
"The third type is the Void Magnetic Crystal." This is a deep purple crystal that constantly emits weak magnetic fluctuations.
"This object contains the power of void and primordial magnetism. Puppets forged from it can not only move freely through the void, but also manipulate the primordial magnetic rules within a certain range, combining offense and defense, and are extremely fast."
Its advantages are high mobility and functionality; its disadvantages are extremely high requirements for forging skills and its relatively fragile nature, necessitating the use of other protective formations. The price is 315 Source Points.
"And there's a fourth one..."
The old man explained each material in detail, including its characteristics, advantages and disadvantages, and price. Chen Fei listened attentively, even though he couldn't afford any of them at the moment.
Chen Fei underestimated the price of a low-grade sixteenth-rank spiritual material, or rather, Chen Fei had not yet come to terms with the price of a fifteenth-rank spiritual material.
Top-grade, low-level spiritual material of the sixteenth rank, costing over three hundred source points. Is that expensive?
Not expensive!
The problem is that Chen Fei only has a few dozen source points left. Not to mention that he can't afford these top-tier sixteenth-grade low-level spiritual materials, he can't even afford ordinary sixteenth-grade low-level spiritual materials.
"Senior, what are the forging inheritances?" Chen Fei asked with a somewhat embarrassed smile.
The old man didn't take it seriously and waved his hand again. The contents of the light screen in front of him changed, and several jade slip phantoms emanating different auras appeared.
“These are some relatively common forging techniques,” the old man explained, “and each has its own emphasis.”
"The Hundred Refinements Golden Body Puppet Technique focuses on forging puppets, specifically melee puppets with strong defense and immense strength. It requires high-strength materials, but the forging process is relatively stable with a high success rate. It requires twenty Source Points."
"The Spiritual Pivot Thousand Machines Technique focuses on forging flexible and versatile puppets with multiple transformations and combat modes. It requires a high level of control over the soul of the forger, and the finished product is highly functional, requiring fifteen source points."
"The Heavenly Craftsmanship and Spirit Forging Manual" is a relatively comprehensive basic forging manual, covering everything from material identification and purification to the embedding of core formations. Although it is not top-notch, it is solid and reliable, suitable for building a foundation, and it is relatively inexpensive, requiring only ten source points.
If your cultivation progresses smoothly and you are willing, you can continue to exchange for the subsequent inheritance of the Heavenly Craftsmanship.
Chen Fei looked at these forging inheritances. Compared to spiritual materials, these cultivation techniques were much cheaper, especially ordinary forging inheritances.
Chen Fei's final focus fell on the comprehensive foundational inheritance of the Heavenly Craftsmanship and Spirit Forging Chapter. Learning only puppet forging would be somewhat narrow-minded, and with more Source Points in hand, he could continue to exchange for later ones.
"I choose the 'Heavenly Craftsmanship and Spirit Forging Chapter'." Chen Fei made his decision.
The old man smiled and nodded, handing Chen Fei the jade slip containing the "Heavenly Craftsmanship and Spirit Forging Chapter".
Chen Fei held the jade slip, thanked the old man, and left Linyuan Pavilion.
Instead of leaving the All-Heavens Martial Arts Arena immediately, he exchanged all the Xuan Crystals in his hands for Dao Crystals.
After the exchange, Chen Fei had 8.29 million Dao Crystals.
This is a huge sum of money, even for a cultivator in the Tai Cang Realm, enough to support his cultivation and consumption for a long time.
Next, Chen Fei arrived at a relatively secluded corner of the All-Heavens Martial Arts Arena. With a thought, his figure disappeared from the spot and reappeared in the void of the Guixu Realm.
Chen Fei sat down cross-legged and first took out the jade slip containing the "Heavenly Craftsmanship and Spirit Forging Chapter". He then probed into it with his divine sense and began to quickly browse its contents.
At the same time, the Dao Ruins Return to Truth Body automatically activated, and Chen Fei began to absorb the Dao Crystals piled up beside him.
Instantly, the vast Dao Crystal energy was activated, transforming into a surging torrent that flowed into Chen Fei's body. It was rapidly refined by the Dao Void Returning to Truth Body, transforming into pure Qi and blood power and Dao rhythm, continuously solidifying his foundation and steadily advancing towards the peak of the early stage of the Tai Cang Realm.
After an unknown amount of time, once Chen Fei had absorbed all 1.08 million Dao Crystals, his aura surged suddenly, then quickly receded.
Peak of the early stage of the Tai Cang Realm!
At the same time, Chen Fei also read the entire text of the "Tiangong Kaiwu Forging Spirit Chapter" in his hands. The forging concepts involved in it broadened Chen Fei's horizons.
"A new cultivation technique has been discovered: The Heavenly Craftsmanship and Spirit Forging Chapter!"
"simplify!"
"The Heavenly Craftsmanship and Spirit Forging Chapter is being simplified... Simplification successful... The Heavenly Craftsmanship and Spirit Forging Chapter → The Decree of Ten Thousand Paths!"
The number of Dao Crystals piled up to the side was 170,000 less, which was less than the cost of simplifying the sixteenth-order Heavenly Origin Technique, somewhat unexpected by Chen Fei.
Chen Fei closed his eyes and began to circulate the Myriad Paths of Heavenly Decree within his body.
In an instant, a vast amount of insights into forging flooded into his mind. This time, the insights were somewhat different from those he had gained when cultivating the technique before.
In Chen Fei's sea of consciousness, a phantom image of a forging furnace burning with raging flames seemed to appear.
Countless pieces of knowledge and experience about material properties, temperature control, forging techniques, shaping skills, and how to perfectly combine array runes with materials were deeply etched into his memory like a brand.
A muffled sound, like a giant hammer striking an anvil, faintly echoed from the void. It was the resonance of the Daoist principles of forging. Golden and red flame phantoms flashed on his hands from time to time.
After an unknown amount of time, all the strange phenomena and hammering sounds disappeared.
The Heavenly Craftsmanship and Spirit Forging Chapter, Great Perfection Realm!
Chen Fei slowly opened his eyes. At this moment, he had a complete and clear plan on how to forge and upgrade a sixteenth-grade low-level array puppet.
With a thought, Chen Fei felt the void in front of him ripple, and all the rare and precious materials he had received when he broke through to the Tai Cang Realm flew to him, hovering in the void and emitting various colors of spiritual light.
The myriad realms martial arts arena didn't have the spiritual materials mentioned, but even with just the rare and precious materials he had, it was more than enough for Chen Fei to upgrade the array puppet to the sixteenth-rank low grade.
Two figures appeared in front: one was a level 15 top-grade array puppet, and the other was a Night Demon warrior.
The task of forging and upgrading the array puppets was naturally handled by the Night Demon Warriors, while Chen Fei planned to cultivate the sixteenth-order Heavenly Origin Technique.
"Fusion!"
"A new cultivation technique has been discovered: the Dao Void Returning to Truth Body!"
The name of the new technique remains unchanged. The profoundness of the Sixteenth-Order Heavenly Origin Technique is still too low for the Dao Ruins Returning to Truth Body. It only changes the proficiency of the Dao Ruins Returning to Truth Body from the Great Perfection Realm to 93% of the Perfection Realm.
The Night Demon warrior beside him had already unleashed a ball of fire, completely engulfing the array puppet.