Chapter 6 Hero Stage
On this day, Tang Jie did not continue to climb the peak, but rested at the 200-meter platform.
His broken leg was still recovering. Tang Jie had already used healing spells on the injured area. Although he was not good at this and the effect of the spells was very low, with his current level of cultivation, he could heal the broken leg immediately. Full recovery can take up to a day.
Taking this opportunity, Tang Jie just adapted to and became familiar with the new realm.
It turned out faster than he expected.
Because Tang Jie condensed the sea of consciousness, he could already distinguish the attributes of spiritual energy.
Aura originally has no attributes, but during the process of change, it will be affected by surroundings and gradually generate its own characteristics, which are reflected in the spiritual tide as different flame colors and shapes. This is why spells have various flame effects when cast.
Tang Jie practiced Shaohai Cave Golden Technique, and Jiuzhuan Master practiced the Heart Fire lineage. The spiritual energy was beneficial to metal and fire but not to water and wood, and the latter was the key to recovery. Therefore, although he also learned some healing spells , but the effect is much weaker, and Tang Jie basically doesn't use it under normal circumstances.
But after opening his consciousness, Tang Jie was able to identify spiritual energy. Spiritual consciousness is like a tentacle, which can control spiritual energy within a certain range. Tang Jie found that as long as he consciously controlled the water and wood spiritual energy on the injured area, the recovery speed would be much faster.
Although it is still far behind those disciples who are really good at water and wood spiritual energy, it is still a huge improvement.
The good thing about this result is that it only took one night's work to basically recover Tang Jie's injuries.
When Zhao Hui and the others arrived, they were even more amazed when they saw Tang Jie in such a condition.
In fact, a person's potential can also be seen from the use of spiritual consciousness. Tang Jie was able to recover overnight, and he had just advanced to the next level, which shows that his ability to control spiritual consciousness is also extraordinary.
Zhao Hui raised his hands to Tang Jie: "Congratulations, junior brother, your injuries have been completely recovered."
Tang Jie smiled and said: "This is also thanks to the care of the senior brothers in the farm hall. The medicinal materials provided are all the best. Tang Jie is very grateful."
Zhao Hui said: "In the end, it's you..."
He was about to say a few more polite words when he suddenly paused, looked at Tang Jie in disbelief, pointed at him, trembled, and said: "You..."
"What's wrong with me?" Tang Jie was stunned by him.
Zhao Hui took a deep breath,
Pointing at Tang Jie, he said, "You have grown a white hair."
You have a gray hair.
Just these ordinary words set off an astonishing wave in the crowd.
Discussions suddenly started, and the sound suddenly resounded through the sky.
Only Tang Jie remained indifferent, with a smile on his face.
After a while, Zhao Hui shouted: "That's enough, why don't you congratulate Junior Brother Tang!"
Only then did the noise stop.
All the disciples looked at Tang Jie and suddenly said in unison: "Congratulations, junior brother, for your early birth and entering the Three Withered Tribulations!"
Three withered tribulations!
That's right, when that white hair grows on Tang Jie's head, it represents the arrival of the Three Withering Tribulations.
The three types of dryness include dryness of body, dryness of Qi, and dryness of blood.
It is an inevitable phenomenon after a cultivator has achieved enlightenment. When the three tribulations of withering come, the cultivator of enlightenment will inevitably enter the state of three withers, losing blood and vitality, and greatly reducing his strength. Therefore, it is also the lowest period for the cultivator of enlightenment. .
The reason why this happens is that after the practitioner attains enlightenment, he completes the sublimation of body, mind, and mind, basically bids farewell to the mortal body, and transforms into the spiritual body.
The three withering tribulations are the final death process of the mortal body.
Only by letting all mortal parts of the body die, except for consciousness, can the cultivator turn into a true spiritual being.
This is called transcendence in the true sense.
At that time, the spirit body will be a truly immortal body to mortal means, an existence that cannot be killed no matter how many weapons and armor.
For this reason, the so-called three withering tribulations are actually the tribulations when cultivators are reborn from the ashes.
For every cultivator, the Three Withered Tribulations are an existence that they both love and hate.
Because of the three withering tribulations, their strength will be greatly reduced, their energy will be exhausted and their bodies will be weak, and they will not be as good as those in the ninth rotation. But the Three Withering Tribulations are the only way for them to escape from the mortal world. Without this period of weakness and trough, they are destined to have no future glory.
Therefore, at this critical moment, every cultivator will try his best to shorten the three dry periods, reduce going out as much as possible, and look for elixirs to enhance himself.
The process of the Three Withering Tribulations is the process of the death of the mortal body and the perfection of the spiritual body. Therefore, the better the external environment, the faster it will pass through the Three Withering Tribulations, and the stronger the spiritual body will be shaped. There is no better place to spend it than Shuiyue Cave. Three dry places.
This is why Tang Jie fought to the death to achieve enlightenment. According to his original plan, he was going to achieve enlightenment until he attained enlightenment, entered the Three Withering States, and used all his strength to escape from the mortal body and forge a spiritual body in the remaining time.
Yesterday, he succeeded in enlightenment but did not enter the three dry states, so he said that he had failed in all his efforts. Unexpectedly, he officially entered the three dry states in just one day.
Of course, this is due to the fact that he is very close to him, but it is also due to the fact that the spiritual energy of Shuiyuedongtian is boiling, and the cultivation efficiency has been greatly improved.
That's why everyone congratulates him. In fact, this is indeed the best time to enter the Three Dry Periods.
"Thank you all, senior brothers." Tang Jie hurriedly handed over his hands in thanks.
Zhao Hui said: "Junior brother can enter the Three Withers in Shuiyue Cave, which is really a great thing. However, everything has its pros and cons. After the Three Withers, junior brother's energy and body are weak, and his strength does not increase but decreases. Originally, junior brother succeeded in attacking enlightenment and entered the realm even more Dacheng, with this approach, reaching the top of the mountain is not a big problem, but now it’s hard to say. I really don’t know if it’s a blessing or a curse.”
Tang Jie said calmly: "This is nothing. I have just entered the third dry period, and my energy and blood are beginning to lose. I am far from the weakest point, but my overall strength has increased greatly than before."
"But we can't make any further progress." Zhao Hui said.
Yes, the biggest problem for Tang Jie at this time was that he could no longer improve.
Originally, with Tang Jie's current progress, even if he couldn't reach the top of the mountain, he would probably be able to reach six to seven hundred meters. As long as he continued to practice the rest of the way, a hundred days would be enough for him to make up for the gap and reach the top of the mountain.
But after joining Sanku, although his strength declined to a limited extent due to the new Sanku, the channel for improving his strength was cut off. Because his current situation is that the higher his realm rises, the more his strength will drop.
Unless Tang Jie could overcome the Three Withering Tribulations in one breath, reach the pinnacle of transcendence and regain all his strength, then it would be easy for him to go up the mountain.
If Jade Returns Pearl still exists, this will not be a problem.
As for now, when the medicinal materials are exhausted, it is really a dream to survive the three dry tribulations just by relying on the rich spiritual energy of Shuiyue Cave.
"In this case, let's go as high as we can first." Tang Jie said calmly: "Climb the peak of Shuiyue, look at the ink left by the predecessors, refer to the ancient and modern methods, and understand the way of heaven and earth."
As he spoke, he walked towards the peak step by step, walking leisurely, no longer as difficult as before.
Zhao Hui watched him walk up the mountain step by step, murmuring what Tang Jie said: "Climb the peak of Shuiyue, look at the ink of the predecessors, study the ancient and modern methods, and understand the way of heaven and earth." Finally, Zhao Hui realized something. Tang Jie bowed deeply and said, "Thank you so much, junior brother, for your advice. We will climb the mountain and do our best to obey fate. When we fight hard, we fight hard, and when we give up, we let go. Junior brother is as brave as a tiger when he gives up, and he does not hesitate to fight. When he gives up, he is free and easy, regardless of success or failure. Now, nothing in the world can stop Junior Brother from advancing!"
After saying that, he bowed to Tang Jie to the end.
When it is time to fight, fight hard, and fight for the immortal road; when it is time to let go, let it go, and follow the will of God.
This is the way of cultivation and dealing with things that Zhao Hui learned from Tang Jie.
At this moment, with a bow, Zhao Hui's body actually emitted brilliance, like the sun hanging high in the sky, shining brightly.
When the disciples of the Nongtang Hall saw it, they all said at the same time: "Congratulations to Senior Brother Zhao for understanding the Dao and Dharma, and cultivating the Zhaori Tian Xin Gong!"
Zhao Hui burst out laughing.
He has been practicing this Zhaori Tian Xin Gong for many years, but he has been stuck on the last threshold and is unable to make any progress. Unexpectedly, he has gained an understanding today, which actually allows him to let go of his mind and achieve the magical skill. Since then, his strength has improved, and his cultivation level has improved again. Naturally, he is very happy. Self-victory.
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On Shuiyue Peak.
Tang Jie was still walking towards the peak step by step.
The 888-meter mountain peak has more than 5,000 steps. Tang Jie didn't know which step he could reach, and he didn't care.
At this moment, he had completely put away his expectations of climbing to the top of the mountain, and was just walking slowly with his hands behind his hands, just like traveling around mountains and rivers, taking a leisurely stroll. Everywhere he looked, he saw the beautiful scenery of the cave.
In fact, if you observe carefully, you will find that the scenery in Shuiyue Cave is extremely beautiful.
The rich spiritual mist is extremely changeable, changing into strange colors on this land, reflecting a variety of beautiful scenery. However, the people who come here only want to climb the peak, and they ignore the scenery on the road.
At this time, Tang Jie felt empty and clear.
He just walked all the way, admiring the beautiful mountain scenery, stopping and walking, and soon reached the platform four hundred meters away.
The farm disciple casually gave him a magical elixir, and he continued on his way.
Starting from here, you can vaguely see the jagged handwriting on the mountain wall, which are the cultivation experiences left by some ancestors, and of course the calligraphy treasures of someone who visited this place.
But it’s okay not to read the opinions of people who can only reach this high level.
Tang Jie continued to walk upward.
Five hundred meters is the Hero's Platform. In the past, this height was a barrier for many people, because to get to this point, you have to go up at least half a level. For Tang Jie, it was just a leisurely stroll.
He soon stood on the 500-meter hero stage.
Different from the previous platform, there is a huge mountain wall erected on this platform of five hundred heroes. It is as smooth as a mirror and is covered with writings. They were all left by people who were lucky enough to be here. Looking at it, there are at least hundreds of people here. Leave an inscription and name.
On the corner of the mirror wall, Tang Jie saw Ming Yekong's name, which read: "In the 142nd year of Tianshu, I entered the Shuiyue Cave and ascended the hero's platform. After studying the inner teachings of Master Zhenyan, I realized the meaning of Mingxi. The sword is hereby kept as a souvenir for the benefit of future generations."
Then there was a dense row of small characters, writing his understanding of Mingxi Yijian.
This bright rhinoceros sword was exactly the ultimate sword intention that he sealed in the recommendation order that day. Unexpectedly, he realized it here.
Of course, Tang Jie watched the sword come out and felt the extreme meaning of the sword, but he didn't know where it came from. He felt it but was unable to use it. Now that he saw the inscription, he was naturally greatly informed. After reading it line by line, he finally understood this Mingxi Yijian has some understanding.
Although he was using a sword, this method was of no use to him, but the logic was similar, and I think it would also play a big role in his understanding of the art of the sword in the future.
After seeing Ming Yekong's thoughts, Tang Jie went to find the Master Zhenyan he mentioned. As expected, this person was also a well-known figure in the Xiyue Sect. What he left behind was the understanding of condensation and perfection. .
It was here that Tang Jie realized that there were many kinds of extreme expressions. The ones used by Master Zhenyan and Ming Yekong were just part of them. There were countless experiences engraved on the mirror wall. Only this about extreme expressions. There are many kinds of thoughts.
Tang Jie was fascinated by what he saw, and he could often find answers to many things he didn't understand at first.
Sometimes more than one answer can even be found.
This is an open platform, and everyone who comes here can write their thoughts on it, and sometimes there are even mutual support and confrontation.
For example, there is a debate in the lower left corner of the mirror wall, and the debaters are some of the most famous figures in the Moon Washing Sect today.
First, Xiao Biehan wrote a paragraph on the Tao of War. He believed that since soldiers are in the Tao, they should be made by nature. There must be a real magic weapon in the world, commanding all the soldiers in the world.
Then someone picked up from below.
"What Junior Brother Biehan said, Senior Brother is slightly different. Soldiers have no knowledge, and the importance lies in the master. How can there be such a thing as a natural king... Li Xuanyue."
But it was True Lord Xuanyue.
Then several more cultivators answered from behind, some supporting Xiao Biehan and some supporting Li Xuanyue.
In the end, it was Master Lingxiao who ended the debate:
"The soldiers are killing, and the people are the masters of the killing. The soldiers are the leaders, and kings are hard to find. Life and death in the world end the hearts of the people...Ling Xiao."
After these words were spoken, the debate ceased.
However, there are still different opinions on the art of war.
At that moment, looking at the words on the mirror wall, Tang Jie suddenly felt something in his heart.
He took out his golden short blade and looked at it. He suddenly had an inexplicable feeling and murmured: "The soldiers are... Tiancheng."
The golden short blade showed no reaction.
After thinking about it, Tang Jie shook his head, smiled, and put the golden blade back.
Then he continued to read the inscription on the mirror wall.
The contents of these inscriptions are numerous and varied, including insights, insights, discussions, and specific exercises.
If one by one is auspicious, it is not enough to understand it, but also needs to be tested on the spot.
Fortunately, Tang Jie learned the method of distracting and calming the mind.
This method of distraction and concentration is somewhat similar to the twelve secret whirlpools in the Jiuli Heart Sutra. They are both secrets that use multiple spells at the same time. The difference is that the twelve secret whirlpools follow the meridian route, which is like creating two roads in the human body. The two spells pass through the two roads at the same time, so there will be no collision.
The method of distraction and concentration inherits the powerful characteristics of Xiyue Sect's mind. It directly divides the mind, which is similar to the ability of left and right fighting. It makes the mind double and perform two methods at the same time. Therefore, the spell itself requires It cannot conflict, but at the same time it is not as complicated and troublesome as the Twelve Secret Vortex, and is more flexible and easy to use.
These two methods each have their own merits. Tang Jie knows both, and when used together, they feel that they have endless magical effects.
From that day on, Tang Jie stopped at the 500-meter heroic platform, looking up at the inscriptions on the mirror wall every day, learning from his ancestors' thoughts and understanding their predecessors' magic.
He could read Liu Yumeng's exposition of the Nourishing Soul Sutra and at the same time operate Zheng Qingyan's Wuji Sword Technique.
You can also use Master Hongyu's Shuanglong Water Dividing Technique when meditating, and then turn it into Yuyang Zhenren's Mirror High Hanging Technique when lying still.
Sometimes he would read the inscription on the mirror wall aloud, each word sonorous, which was the Four Nine Mantras. While chanting, he would not forget to step on the chaotic wind and move with awe-inspiring aura.
Sometimes he would swing the heart-breaking knife randomly on the stone platform, sometimes harshly, sometimes sharply, sometimes soothingly, sometimes smoothly.
That is to integrate the understanding of the sword's meaning from countless predecessors on the mirror wall into this sword.
There are too many insights on this mirror wall. Even if Tang Jie has the distraction and concentration method and the twelve secret whirlpools, it will be difficult to understand all the insights one by one, verify all the discussions one by one, and learn all the secret techniques one by one.
Therefore, in the end, he can only choose what is important and learn it, and be good at it and use it.
This allowed him to make rapid progress during this period.
Despite this, Tang Jie always felt that this progress was extremely limited, as if something was hindering him, making it difficult for him to make a breakthrough, preventing him from entering a higher level.
This higher level has nothing to do with realm, but only with his understanding of magic and Tao.
That is the ultimate!
What he pursues is the same ultimate sword intent as Ming Yekong's sword intent. Compared with Ming Yekong's sword, all the spells are dim.
It's a pity that no matter how hard he tried, he couldn't make such a slash.
Today he is still working hard on the high platform.
The heart-breaking knife stirred up the wind and clouds, cutting out a vast expanse of sky.
In terms of the majestic momentum, today's sword is many times bigger than it was before Tang Jie reached the peak.
However, it was still far from the ultimate sword intention envisioned by Tang Jie.
Tang Jie put away the knife, stared at the sky and said to himself: "What else is missing?"
"Perhaps it's just that I lack the heart to go back to nothing." A voice sounded from behind Tang Jie.
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PS: The calculation of the influence range of aura should indeed be based on volume. I only write down the area because this is just an example and is meaningless and too confusing. Of course, the more essential reason is that I am not good at mathematics and have completely forgotten the spherical calculation formula. I can only briefly explain the significance of radius extension.