I Can Fix My Talent in Hundred Lives

Chapter 644: Chapter 492: Heart of Illusion, Volume 10_4

He unified the Martial Country, possessing endless fortune and tribulation energy, which allowed him to rapidly break through realms and advance to the late stage of Tribulation Infant within just a few years.

Chen Sheng nodded slowly, his tone calm:

"No need to be overly modest. This cultivation technique is tyrannical and difficult to learn; it requires immense perseverance and a strong mindset, and one must endure the baptism of countless tribulations."

"I have witnessed all your hard work over the years."

He created this technique back then to aid in comprehending the third step of the Small Thousand World—Destructive Tribulation. Its intent is extremely high, and the difficulty of cultivation is not low.

After a slight pause, Chen Sheng’s tone gradually became more solemn:

"Now that you’ve reached the late stage of Tribulation Infant, the next step is to turn from Yin soul to Yang, breaking through to the Tribulation God realm."

Chen Sheng gazed toward the sky, as if he could see through the barriers of heaven and earth:

"Normally, the Small Thousand Transformation could aid this step, helping you fortify your foundation."

"But in this world, the heart of heaven is collapsing, the origin gradually wearing away, and Dao principles are in chaos."

"Cultivating in this realm is like a Flood Dragon trapped in shallow waters, a fierce tiger bound in a cage, unable to accomplish much."

"Yet the ’Golden Chapter of Heavenly Emperor’s Myriad Tribulations,’ requires the achievement of first-class Tribulation Fate Dao principles to reach perfection. The constraints of this realm will only make this step more challenging."

Upon hearing this, Qi Mang felt a tightness in his heart, immediately kneeling once more, his tone earnest:

"Master, I’m too dull, unsure how to break the impasse; I beseech your guidance!"

He knows well that only his master’s heavenly insights can help him escape the current predicament.

Chen Sheng gently swept his sleeve, and a soft but irresistible power lifted Qi Mang, saying quietly:

"Rise, since I’ve summoned you for this matter."

With that, he flicked his finger, and a pearl the size of a dragon’s eye flew out from his fingertips, floating in the air.

The pearl was deep blue, with myriad patterns flowing on its surface, resembling stars and an ancient, desolate domain within, with the faint sound of tribulation thunder resounding, yet exuding a bit of mysterious illusory intent.

"This pearl is called the Myriad Phenomena Tribulation Pearl, within it is sealed an illusory realm created by my divine techniques."

"It can help you experience nine lives of tribulations within, comprehending the heavenly Dao amidst tribulations, assisting you in completing the conversion of Yin soul to Yang."

Qi Mang fixed his gaze on the Myriad Phenomena Tribulation Pearl, feeling the overwhelming power and the mysterious Dao principles within, his heart filled with immense joy, and he bowed deeply once more, his tone extremely respectful:

"Thank you for the gift, Master! I will certainly not disappoint your high expectations, immerse myself in training, and break through the realm soon!"

Chen Sheng nodded slightly, instructing in a calm tone:

"Also, transfer the local prefect. The Herbal Hall needs to be peaceful, and do not let idle people come and disturb us."

"I obey, Master!"

Qi Mang accepted the command with respect, then raised his hand to receive the floating Myriad Phenomena Tribulation Pearl, carefully placing it into his bosom.

This time, he also brought countless treasures, all gathered over the years, Heavenly Materials and Earthly Treasures, rare curios for honoring his master and mistress.

"Master, I’ve brought some humble gifts for you this time, an expression of my respect."

Saying this, he handed over a brocade box, containing Concentration Jade to nourish the divine soul, the rare Nine-turn Reishi, and many precious Artifact Refining materials, all rare items in the world.

Chen Sheng glanced at the brocade box, nodding gently:

"You are considerate, but these items are of no use to me. Later, have your mistress distribute them among the younger generation at home."

Seeing this, Qi Mang quickly lent a hand, taking the opportunity to meet with the master’s family’s younger members.

Under Tang Xichen’s guidance, Qin Ping’an called out crisply:

"Thank you, Uncle Qi!"

Qi Mang chuckled, nodding, raising his hand to gently rub Qin Ping’an’s head, his eyes full of warmth.

In his view, his senior sister’s child, though not as mature as other children, seemed all the more affectionate.

The other children didn’t quite resemble children.

Before long, Qi Mang bowed respectfully to Chen Sheng and Huang Wangyou:

"Disciple takes his leave!"

"Go!"

"Yes!"

As the words fell, Qi Mang vanished beyond the courtyard gate of the Herbal Hall in an instant.

Chen Sheng watched the direction of Qi Mang’s departure, his gaze swept across the leisurely family and the scenery of the Herbal Hall, his heart slightly moved:

"Twenty years of tempering the heart in the mortal world, watching the morning dew and evening glow, experiencing the warmth of humanity, like a dream, an illusion, everywhere false, yet everywhere real."

"The Dao of truth and illusion exists between the heart, different paths lead to the same goal."

A vast stream of knowledge flickered away within the sea of consciousness.

[Tenth Volume of Illusory Heart: All things having form, all as bubbles, the heart leads the illusory media, absorbs the myriad phenomena, conceals the true essence, Dharma Seed self-creates...]

Over the years, in the interaction with his family, amidst the immersion in the warmth of humanity, his heart was continuously touched, coupled with his Dharma Master’s vision.

On the foundation of the ’Nine Volumes of Illusory Heart’ from the heart-image realm of the previous life, he forcibly deduced and inferred the profound technique of the tenth volume.

"The tenth volume of Illusory Heart, if placed in that realm of the heart-image world, would be true transcendence of the Great Dao, able to penetrate all illusions, reaching the source."

Chen Sheng thought with emotion:

"The Daoist Monarch who created the ’Nine Volumes of Illusory Heart’ back then truly had high vision."

"If one does not achieve the Dharma Master realm, attempting to create the tenth volume by oneself, thereby transcending the epoch’s constraints, is incredibly challenging."

"If one really accomplishes this, the person is sure to have Mahayana potential."

It was precisely due to the elevated understanding of reality, illusion, and the heart-image, that he could refine this Myriad Phenomena Tribulation Pearl.

This pearl’s significance does not lie in its exceptional grade or rare material, but in the illusory realm sealed within, derived from the divine techniques of the tenth volume of Illusory Heart.

This illusory realm can perfectly recreate nine lifetimes of tribulation, drawing Qi Mang’s divine soul into it, letting him comprehend the Tribulation Fate Dao principles within the cycles, completing his transformation from Yin soul to Yang.

"My understanding of the realm of truth and illusion is still somewhat lacking, but within the illusory realm, deducing a complete Dao principle is no longer an issue."