Imperial Cultivation-Chapter 446 - 443 Warning

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After standing before the visualization map for an hour, a vague pattern began to form in his mind.

As soon as the blurry pattern appeared, illusions flourished in his mind.

One moment he found himself in the Eastern Territory, battling Grandmasters of the Evil Sect, each stroke sending a head flying.

The next moment, he was in Yao Yue Palace, intimately entangled with Xiao Ruoling, almost on the verge of losing control.

An instant later, he was with Cheng Miaozhen on the bed, intertwining Yin and Yang, like a dragon roaring and a tiger pouncing.

Each time he fell into the illusion, as he was about to lose control, a dragon’s roar would echo in his mind, instantly waking him up.

Upon waking for the third time, he was filled with confusion.

The first two times were not unusual, merely lingering thoughts from the depths of his heart.

But the third time was peculiar.

He bore no such affections for Cheng Miaozhen, so why did such an illusion appear?

Despite Cheng Miaozhen’s beauty, she was not his type; he preferred Xiao Ruoling.

He pondered deeply over why this illusion occurred, likely related to the cultivation of the Yin Yang Du E Secret Scripture.

After practicing this secret scripture, he could perceive Yin and Yang, but it also carried the characteristic of mutual attraction between Yin and Yang.

This attraction stemmed from the cultivation technique, a form of external force pulling them together.

When qi moves, the spirit moves, and when the spirit moves, an illusion arises.

He quickly set aside this illusion to continue his visualization, yet the illusions persisted.

Chu Qingfeng stood nearby, observing the changes on his face.

Each time he was about to intervene, he found that Chu Zhiyuan suddenly regained his clarity.

After several instances, he concluded that Chu Zhiyuan could withstand these illusions without fear.

He was deeply intrigued.

Then he recalled what Chu Zhiyuan had once said, that this was due to mastering the Dragon Transformation Technique.

At this level of the technique, it was as if his body had become a flying dragon, with a spirit as resolute as a dragon, traversing the heavens and earth, impervious to any external influence.

Chu Qingfeng shook his head in admiration.

These three ancient transmissions are immensely powerful, carefully selected exquisite cultivation techniques.

Now it seems, the elder brother had profound foresight.

The mastery of the Dragon Transformation Technique profoundly affected him, his current achievements owing much to these three transmissions.

Chu Zhiyuan noticed that with each illusion experience, the visualization became clearer.

After more than a dozen illusions, the visualization had become incredibly vivid.

He opened his eyes, perplexedly looking at Chu Qingfeng: "Uncle, the visualization is already clear, why is there no sign of the Great Grandmaster’s gate?"

Chu Qingfeng replied, "Your clarity is far from sufficient, it needs to be clearer."

Chu Zhiyuan furrowed his brows in confusion: "Clearer?"

"It needs to come alive."

"Come alive..." Chu Zhiyuan mused.

"Just keep visualizing, when the time is right, it will naturally come alive, and then it will transform into the gate of the Great Grandmaster."

"...Understood." Chu Zhiyuan nodded.

Chu Qingfeng said, "It seems you are bound to enter the realm of the Great Grandmaster, don’t rush, avoid any mishaps, especially the illusions."

The Fourth Prince’s talent is truly astounding.

No one has entered so quickly, not to mention experiencing so many illusions.

His progress in this short time equals a month of my cultivation.

Is there really such a huge difference in talent between us?

However, considering the time he took to reach Grandmaster Perfection, judging by the speed of his advancement, our talent gap is greater than I thought.

He shook his head silently at the thought.

I truly don’t understand why such a prodigy would appear in this world, Da Jing will surely be more prosperous because of him.

"These illusions are indeed formidable," Chu Zhiyuan remarked, "they are never the same."

Some scenarios were things he had never thought of, some were absurd beyond reason.

Like how he dreamed of holding Li Hongzhao in his arms, with her smiling brightly, snuggling close like Xiao Ruoling with gentle obedience.

The illusion made him exclaim how preposterous it was.

He had never harbored such thoughts in his mind; Li Hongzhao could never embody such a persona.

It seems that the illusions are not only based on his thoughts but also potentially his opposite thoughts.

Chu Qingfeng stated, "The illusions are the most crucial aspect of the Kunlun Visualization Map; they refine the heart, thus refining the Essence, Qi, and Spirit."

Chu Zhiyuan gradually nodded.

Through the illusions, one could indeed glimpse some of the deepest thoughts within oneself.

Sometimes he didn’t understand himself, through the illusions he gained more insight into himself.

Understanding oneself, seeing one’s true nature, thus freeing oneself, avoiding self-restriction and constraints.

After experiencing dozens of illusions, he found his mental state unknowingly becoming much calmer.

He even became less attached to becoming a Great Grandmaster, feeling that there was no need to rush, and that he would naturally achieve it one day; slow cultivation like this was quite fulfilling.

In this calm and patient state, the illusions became more peaceful.

Chu Zhiyuan stopped his visualization, realizing his spirit was exhausted, on the verge of collapse.

He then operated the Heavenly Yuan Technique, streams of gentle rain falling onto his Bai Hui acupoint, rapidly replenishing his spirit.

He discovered that the visualization map indeed only consumed spirit and did not affect the soul.

There was no need to use the Spirit Summoning Talisman.

Chu Qingfeng noticed that he soon regained his spirit and was eager to resume cultivation, but he said helplessly: "Let’s call it a day."

Chu Zhiyuan opened his eyes.

"Do not rush," Chu Qingfeng advised, "being too hasty is also an obstacle."

Chu Zhiyuan nodded without rebuttal.

"After you return, visit Yao Yue Palace, meet your future Heir’s Wife, let your mind be at peace before visualizing again, it will be much more beneficial."

"Understood."

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Chu Zhiyuan walked leisurely along the street, not heading directly to the Ministry of Rites.

He planned to rest for a few days before going there, after all, Gao Lingfeng could handle things at the Ministry of Rites.

He intended to visit another residence to see how Weng Qifeng was doing.

This was an excellent opportunity for insight, to observe how a Grandmaster was achieved, and how transformations occurred.

Observing the process of a Grandmaster Perfection transforming step by step into a Great Grandmaster was crucial for him.

He pondered, having solved the problem from Innate Perfection to Grandmaster, why couldn’t the issue from Grandmaster Perfection to Great Grandmaster also be resolved?

Could he assist someone in becoming a Great Grandmaster?

Not to mention anything else, having a few Great Grandmasters around him would influence not just himself, but the strength of the entire Da Jing.

Would Da Meng still dare to invade the south?

Da Jing not invading the north would already be considered restraint!

While walking halfway, he encountered Gao Jiuqu.

Gao Jiuqu still exhibited gentlemanly elegance, strolling slowly down Phoenix Avenue, resembling a scholar.

The two chatted by the roadside, with Gao Jiuqu inviting him to the Four Directions Pavilion.

Chu Zhiyuan walked alongside Gao Jiuqu, joking, "Brother Gao, are you going to stay in the Four Directions Pavilion and not enter the Princess Mansion?"

Gao Jiuqu replied, "It’s not appropriate to enter the Princess Mansion, staying in the Four Directions Pavilion as a place of rest isn’t too demanding."

"Going with the flow," Chu Zhiyuan laughed, "Brother Gao, you have such spirit, ...after this slaughter, will the Evil Sect seek revenge on me?"

"From what I can see, the Evil Sect will seek revenge," Gao Jiuqu soberly stated, "The Heir should be cautious."

"How will they retaliate?" Chu Zhiyuan asked.

Gao Jiuqu replied, "They will directly storm into the Inner City of Yujing, and even intrude into the Prince Mansion."

Chu Zhiyuan’s sword-like brows furrowed, his expression slightly darkening.

Gao Jiuqu instantly felt difficulty breathing.

It was as if a cold blade pressed against his throat, sending a chill straight to his marrow.

He was startled: Such intense killing intent, such powerful sword intent!

Chu Zhiyuan then laughed: "Thanks to Brother Gao’s reminder, I hadn’t imagined they’d be so bold."

"The Evil Sect has always behaved like this." Gao Jiuqu shook his head, "One can’t assess them by common sense."

"It seems the slaughter wasn’t enough," Chu Zhiyuan replied coolly.

Inside, his killing intent boiled, yet outwardly he remained calm: "Which sect will breach my mansion?"

"Yuding Sect," Gao Jiuqu answered.

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