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Gu Yuena was aboard a ferry bound for the Star Luo Empire. The journey was long, and though there were occasional rumors of Bai Xu causing havoc, they only served as fleeting distractions.
Two of the Eighteen Heavenly Pillars of the Spirit Pagoda had already been destroyed by Bai Xu. If her predictions were correct, the Spirit Pagoda located in the imperial capital of Star Luo would inevitably fall victim to Bai Xu's rampage as well—given his temperament…
As she pondered this, Gu Yuena's gaze drifted to her lower abdomen.
Na'er had once derived a dual cultivation method from the mysterious patterns there, but the contents were far too embarrassing to speak of, so she had abandoned further research. But now…
As for dual cultivation, Bai Xu had also read about it, but he had never delved deeply into its mysteries. His ingrained belief was that dual cultivation was unreliable—far inferior to steady, step-by-step cultivation, which ensured a solid foundation. Thus, he had never considered practicing it with Gu Yuena.
Taking a deep breath, she focused her mind and once again activated the strange patterns.
In a daze, she found herself in a mysterious space—this time, Bai Xu was absent, and she was alone.
Then, eerie script began to emerge from the surrounding void, flooding into her mind and forcing her to absorb the information.
"The Secret Texts of Enlightenment…" Gu Yuena murmured.
Ignoring the practical aspects of the text, she focused solely on the theory.
The text stated:
"When Yin and Yang are balanced, transformation and creation are endless. If one is lacking, all things cease to arise."
Thus, it was said: "Lone Yin cannot produce, solitary Yang cannot achieve."
"Heaven and Earth intertwine, giving rise to all things. Man and woman unite, bringing forth life."
"This is the foundation of daily practice—the true source of cyclical reversal, where Yin and Yang invert and interact. Those who refine this can transcend life and death."
The so-called "companion" in the cultivation of "Dharma, Wealth, Partner, and Land" was not about "enjoying many women in a night," but rather selecting a woman of "deep spiritual roots" to cultivate immortality together.
This method was also vastly different from the bedroom arts of "absorbing Yin to nourish Yang" or "absorbing Yang to nourish Yin." Its purpose was to allow both man and woman to comprehend the Dao of Yin and Yang through their union, hence the phrase "bringing forth all things."
But a crucial warning followed:
"The woman you choose must not be one who indulges in idle talk, games, or frivolity. You must select one who shares your Dao, whose heart aligns with yours—a benevolent, diligent, and frugal woman, unswayed by wealth or status, one who has long cultivated virtue. Only then can she protect and assist you, ensuring unimpeded progress on the Dao, allowing both to achieve the pinnacle of truth."
"Hah!"
Gu Yuena felt as though she had stumbled upon something extraordinary. The Great Dao of Yin and Yang manifested in countless ways—Yin and Yang clashed to create all things, and within all things, the principles of Yin and Yang could be found.
"But at the same time, if one seeks to grasp the essence of all things, perhaps the Great Dao of Yin and Yang can also be comprehended… and the union of man and woman is one such path…"
Her cheeks suddenly burned crimson.
"Why am I learning this? Am I supposed to help Bai Xu comprehend Yin and Yang?" Overcome with shame, she abruptly stood up and walked out onto the deck, letting the sea breeze cool her heated body.
Once her mind had settled, she reflected:
"Bai Xu didn't know the purpose of these patterns back then, and they seemed to have appeared on their own later. Does this mean… I've been acknowledged?"
She tried sensing the patterns on her abdomen again, but this time, they had vanished without a trace.
"Bai Xu once said… his path… first the Five Elements Body, then the Yin-Yang Body, and finally the Chaos Body. These are all extraordinary physiques—just hearing about them sounds incredible. Does he really need my help to comprehend Yin and Yang? Couldn't he do it himself? But if I assist him… perhaps I can also gain enlightenment? And if we truly succeed, combined with the Yin-Yang Reincarnation Art, I might even be able to generate the Golden Dragon's origin power on my own. The Gold and Silver Dragons can also be explained through the Great Dao of Yin and Yang…"
Clenching her fists, Gu Yuena frowned, her face flushed with alternating embarrassment and frustration.
But she knew this was her greatest opportunity. If she were to absorb the Golden Dragon's origin power through conventional means, there was a 90% chance she would lose her sanity under the Golden Dragon's frenzied spiritual assault. The strength of the Gold and Silver Dragons was no longer balanced.
The Golden Dragon King, imprisoned in the Divine Realm for tens of thousands of years, had grown immensely powerful. Originally at the half-step Divine King level, he could now contend with multiple Divine Kings.
Meanwhile, the Silver Dragon had been on the verge of death since birth, recuperating in the depths of the Star Dou Forest for millennia, yet still not fully recovered.
The gap between them was nearly insurmountable.
After a long silence, she steadied her emotions and gazed into the distance. The setting sun cast its golden glow upon her face, veiling her in a radiant shroud.
Her clenched fists slowly relaxed as she whispered, "Bai Xu… meeting you truly is my fortune. Honestly… I sometimes feel unworthy of you. Even the smallest benefits that fall from you are immense blessings for me and the soul beasts. But I will do my best to catch up. Even if I can never reach you in this lifetime… just following behind you… is enough."
Gu Yuena's beauty was peerless, but even the most enchanting face could grow dull with time…
"Spirit Pagoda Envoy Gu Yuena!" A voice called out from the deck.
"What is it?" she responded.
The messenger was frantic, as if delivering urgent news: "Vice Tower Master has sent word—Bai Xu has destroyed another Spirit Pagoda in the Star Luo Empire! The Tower Master is furious and has ordered Vice Tower Master Zhang to organize a siege against Bai Xu. You…"
"I'll go."
"Huh? Vice Tower Master wants you to return…"
"No need. Tell my teacher that I've already made up my mind—I won't hold back against Bai Xu. Once we arrive in Star Luo, I'll contact Vice Tower Master Zhang Geyang. If Bai Xu dares to attack the Spirit Pagoda in the imperial capital, I will personally capture him alive and bring him back to the headquarters' dungeon."
Her tone was firm and righteous, leaving no room for doubt.
It seemed she would have to put on a grand performance of loyalty.
"Understood."
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Tang Sect – Star Luo Empire Branch.
Crown Prince Dai Yueyan had arrived at the Tang Sect's branch. In his youth, Dai Yueyan had been a member of the Tang Sect, but after ascending to the position of Crown Prince, he had been forced to withdraw due to regulations. Nevertheless, he held deep affection for the sect, far more than any other prince.
Many officials believed that the Fourth Prince's ascension to Crown Prince was largely due to the Tang Sect's support.
And indeed, this was true. Though the Tang Sect's backing was subtle, it had been pivotal. Dai Yueyan's greatest appreciation for the Tang Sect lay in its apolitical stance and its advocacy for peace. (This is from the original text.)
Members of the Tang Sect had already come to greet the Crown Prince. By the time he entered the main hall, representatives were waiting for him.
After brief pleasantries…
Tang Wulin, the current Sect Master of the Tang Sect, met with the Crown Prince. The primary purpose of this meeting was for Dai Yueyan to gauge whether the terms of cooperation proposed by the Tang Sect exceeded the Star Luo Empire's capacity—on behalf of his father, Emperor Dai Tianling.
Once official discussions concluded, the conversation turned casual.
"Sect Master Tang, have you ever met Bai Xu—the one causing chaos in both the Star Luo and Dou Ling Empires?" Dai Yueyan asked.
Tang Wulin did not conceal the truth: "To be honest, we were classmates at Shrek Academy."
"Oh? A Shrek Academy student reduced to being a evil soul master, even slaughtering his own kind… This man is truly full of surprises."
Tang Wulin had little to say about Bai Xu. Recent reports indicated that the Spirit Pagoda's branch masters were enraged, mobilizing all their resources to hunt Bai Xu down. However, according to the Tang Sect's intelligence, there had been no sightings of him yet.
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