Chapter 410 - 293: Cultivation Technique 2

He recited the Imperial Decree, sensing the changes in the Primordial Qi. He adjusted the speed and intonation of his recitation and the pace and frequency of his Primordial Form’s transformations, gradually reaching a state of harmony.

THUMP!! THUMP!!

His Qi and Blood began to surge, and the cells throughout his body trembled lightly under the stimulation of the Primordial Qi. Soon, a fine layer of sweat beaded on his skin, and he began to feel a slight stinging pain. This stimulation was clearly a bit beyond what Zhao Xing’s body could handle, but it was still within an acceptable range.

A moment later, he stopped the Cultivation Technique and exhaled. At the same time, his consciousness connected with the Rebirth Jade, mobilizing a trace of Life Primordial Qi that instantly spread to every corner of his body.

The damage from the Heaven and Earth Primordial Qi’s stimulation was quickly repaired, and the body grew a fraction stronger.

’Interesting... Very interesting. The form is a little different, but the essence is the same—different paths leading to the same destination. It’s similar to the Martial Dao’s Pile Technique and Cross-Training stages; they all serve to strengthen muscles, tendons, and skin, and to temper the body’s Qi and Blood. However, since it doesn’t rely on direct changes in muscle and bone to adapt, the level of control is probably a bit weaker than the Martial Dao. In other words, when it comes to close combat, explosive physical power, and adaptability, the Martial Arts Secret Transmissions are probably still stronger.’

’But in terms of general applicability, the methods of this world are far beyond what the secret transmission Pile Skills can compare to...’

Zhao Xuanqi mused, comparing the similarities, differences, strengths, and weaknesses of the two worlds’ cultivation systems.

’However, the methods of this world don’t seem to be as simple as the physical outbursts of the Martial Dao. Techniques? Divine Techniques? And those evil scourges...’

Zhao Xuanqi’s expression flickered. From Zhao Xing’s memories, he surmised that these so-called "evil scourges" were probably related to this world’s Alien Sources.

Having tested the Cultivation Technique and gained a preliminary understanding of this world’s cultivation system, he sat back down on the bed. His consciousness connected to the Rebirth Jade, activating its function to communicate with the Celestial Dao.

In an instant, a vast will, many times more terrifying than the Celestial Dao of the Divine General world, cast its gaze upon him, making his heart tremble slightly.

Then, a stream of information descended from the Celestial Dao. The Rebirth Jade translated it, allowing him to understand.

Unlike the single "mission request" from the Celestial Dao of the Divine General world, in a brief moment, the Celestial Dao of this world sent down dozens of them. Much of the information was mixed with this world’s terminology, which Zhao Xuanqi couldn’t fully understand. Moreover, the minimum reward for any mission was over one Merit. This proved that the level of trouble involved was no less than that of a Bloodline Species—far beyond what he could handle in the short term.

’This world... feels like it’s falling apart at the seams...’

Zhao Xuanqi thought to himself. What surprised him even more was that the missions at the very top, the ones with the highest rewards and thus the most important, were blurred. He couldn’t see them at all.

’This is... obscuring the Celestial Secret?!’

Zhao Xuanqi frowned slightly, a guess forming in his mind. The waters of this world were deeper than he had imagined.

At this thought, he wanted to spend Merit Points to read up on this world’s major historical trends. But just reading the major shifts of the past year alone would cost a full five units of Merit. Reading about specific regions or particular information required less Merit, but that kind of fragmented information wasn’t very useful for his current goal of understanding the world as a whole.

Finally, he began to check the Cultivation Technique records of this world.

In an instant, a massive amount of information rushed into his mind, almost making him feel like his head was going to explode. He hurriedly communicated with the Rebirth Jade, blocking out the information on most of the low-level Cultivation Techniques.

Information on the high-level Cultivation Techniques of this world entered his mind. But almost all of them were shrouded in a layer of Fog, some thick, some thin. Some names were even blurred, to say nothing of viewing their details.

It wasn’t that they were impossible to view. After communing with his consciousness, Zhao Xuanqi discovered he could use Merit to break through this Fog, which was similar to the shrouding of a Celestial Secret. However, the required Merit Points were far more than he could currently afford.

However, among these top-tier Cultivation Techniques, there was one whose Fog was the thinnest, its Celestial Secret almost completely unobscured.

Great Spirit Official Record.

’Spirit Official? That seems to be the divine name chanted in the True Essence Skill? Is it because I joined the Red Heart Sect and belong to this lineage that this lineage’s Celestial Secret is open to me?’

Zhao Xuanqi mused. He checked the price to redeem the Great Spirit Official Record and received a response from the Celestial Dao.

Redemption Price: One Dao

’One Dao... What kind of unit is that?!’

Zhao Xuanqi was left speechless, staring at a Merit unit he had never seen before. Still, he didn’t need to redeem the entire tome; redeeming individual Chapters wouldn’t require as much Merit.

But after seeing the words "True Essence Skill," the Basic Skill of the Great Spirit Official Record, Zhao Xuanqi abandoned the thought of spending his Merit like a fool.

The Red Heart Sect’s heritage, it seemed, had quite the background.

’Forget it, my understanding of this world is still too limited. I shouldn’t make any decisions right away. It’s better to integrate into this world first, gather more information, and not be rash. Since this world has methods to obscure the Celestial Secret, there must also be techniques to plumb its depths. It’s possible that even my rebirth could be discovered. It’s best to keep a low profile for now.’

Zhao Xuanqi shook his head slightly, preparing to settle down first and use the Red Heart Sect as a platform to gain a deeper understanding of this world’s various systems.

If possible, he didn’t want to abandon the Hundred Beasts Fist and change his foundation. He believed that, at least in the foundational stages, the way the Hundred Beasts Fist transformed the body’s foundation was in no way inferior to any Cultivation Technique.

Moreover, his cultivation through two lives had long since allowed him to walk his own path. He had always believed that when it came to Cultivation Techniques and Fist Techniques, there was no "best," only "most suitable."

The Dao of this world could be used as a reference, as nourishment for his own path.

’All in all, I first need to strengthen this body. It’s simply too weak.’

Zhao Xuanqi took a deep breath and connected his consciousness to the Rebirth Jade. He began to use the Life Primordial Qi within it to strengthen this body according to the Secret Transmission methods of the Hundred Beasts Fist.

KNOCK KNOCK! KNOCK KNOCK!

However, just then, a light knock sounded on the wooden door of Zhao Xuanqi’s cabin.

"Zhao Xing, are you asleep? It’s Sun Jiajin. If you’re not, open the door."

A man with a grating, nasally voice spoke from outside Zhao Xuanqi’s door, keeping his voice down to an almost inaudible whisper.

"Coming."

Zhao Xuanqi answered and opened the door, where a youth of about sixteen or seventeen with weasel-like features was standing.

Zhao Xing’s memories surfaced, and Zhao Xuanqi recognized the person before him.

Sun Jiajin. Like Zhao Xing, he was from Guming County. The Sun and Zhao Families had been family friends for generations. Sun Jiajin and Zhao Xing were close in age and two of a kind—fair-weather friends who often messed around together.

After the last evil scourge in Guming County, the Sun Family also suffered heavy losses. Fortunately, they still had people capable of managing their affairs, so they didn’t end up in the same predicament as the Zhao Family. But things weren’t much better; they could barely fend for themselves.

And so, the once-pampered Sun Jiajin was sent here by his family, who took advantage of the Red Heart Sect opening its gates to new disciples, hoping he could find another path forward for their family.

"It’s been completely silent over here. I was starting to think something happened to you. Zuo Dongrui’s gang didn’t go easy on you today, did they?"

Seeing that Zhao Xuanqi seemed to be in decent shape, a flicker of relief crossed Sun Jiajin’s weasel-like face. He pulled a small packet from his robes and shoved it into Zhao Xuanqi’s hand.

"What’s this..."

Zhao Xuanqi looked at the paper packet in his hand, smelling the medicinal fragrance wafting from it, and asked with some confusion.

"It’s some Wound Medicine I got. Of course, it’s nothing compared to the Blood Strengthening Pills the sect gives out, but I don’t have many of those myself, so I can’t share them. This is all I could get for you."

"Sigh, I told you back then not to join the Red Heart Sect. You should have just sold off your family’s property, bought some real estate in Luohai County or Shanbai County, and that would have been enough for you to live a peaceful life. But you just wouldn’t listen. You had to gamble on your pride, and now look where it’s gotten you."

"Ah, forget it. This is all I can do to help. You should take care of yourself. I heard that starting tomorrow, the lessons will include practicing Techniques. The daily physical exertion will be even greater. If you keep going like this, your body will collapse. I’m telling you, don’t be so stubborn. If you leave now, you still can."

"Alright, I have to go. If those guys find out I’m helping you, I’ll be in trouble too. Zhao Xing, times have changed."

Sun Jiajin sighed and glanced at Zhao Xuanqi. Before Zhao Xuanqi could say anything, he scanned the surroundings and then quickly scurried away.