Chapter 206: Terranean Body (4)

Wu Yuan stashed away the immortal slips before closing his eyes once again.

To think that the first two fundamental cultivation methods mentioned in the 'Archeldritch Divine Codex' are the very ones I've been cultivating.

This revelation held immense significance for Wu Yuan. The 'Archeldritch Divine Codex' was the core teaching of his inheritance memories, a divine codex that taught one the path to the Archeldritch phase. Among the three primary cultivation methods outlined in the codex - 'Strength Training Method,' 'Marrow Cleansing Method,' and 'Communion Method' - Wu Yuan was already well-versed in the first two, which corresponded to the ‘Tiger Leopard Bone Training Technique’ and ‘Dragon Marrow Cleansing Technique’ respectively.

The only unfamiliar technique was the 'Communion Method,' which focused on cultivating the soul chamber. The 'Hundred Acupoints Divine Technique' was a cultivation method for refining the qi sea dantian lobe.

I can’t help but wonder if the Blue Planet managed to distill these ultimate cultivation methods, which are comparable to the teachings of immortals and devils, through the analysis of big data alone, or whether there was some unseen force orchestrating the resurgence of martial arts in the Blue Planet era.

There were too many signs pointing toward a hidden hand behind the scenes. However, it was all speculation for now.

Forget it. As of now, I’m just a fledging who has yet to step onto the path of immortal cultivation. If I manage to become an Archeldritch one day, then perhaps I’ll find a way back home.

Home. The place he yearned for all this time.

But reaching the Archeldritch phase was still a distant dream beyond his current reach. According to the immortal slips, Archeldritches were considered powerhouses even in the Greenridge Macrocosm, beings who had truly thrown off the shackles of mortality.

Nonetheless, compared to when he initially arrived in the Middle Land, Wu Yuan finally glimpsed a flicker of hope, a narrow road that could potentially lead him back home. Difficult and treacherous as this road might be, it was a road nonetheless.

...

I have yet to reach eighteen years old. In the coming months, I’ll practice the Tiger Leopard Bone Training Technique routinely. Once my physique is honed to perfection, I’ll commence practicing the Dragon Marrow Cleansing Technique.

There was no need for extensive rest during the Viscera Cultivation phase.

By then, I will be able to reach my human limit in a short time considering my skill level. Then, I will unlock my soul chamber.

For qi refiners, the path lay in nurturing the qi sea, while body refiners sought to unlock the soul chamber.

During this period of preparation, my focus should be on enhancing my skill level.

Gently closing his eyes, he allowed his Soul Force to expand and connect with the world around him.

In this state of meditation, Wu Yuan attained a sense of inner tranquility. Body, heart, and soul fused harmoniously, becoming a single entity. If a Grandmaster were observing this, it would seem as if he had vanished into thin air. But in reality, Wu Yuan had merged into the world, becoming a part of nature.

The power of fire! The power of wind! The power of wood!

His consciousness and soul intertwined with the world around him. Wu Yuan's Soul Force seeped into the intricate fabric of heaven and earth, extending beyond the confines of his meditation chamber.

With each passing moment, his Soul Force pierced through the surface layer of heaven and earth, gradually unraveling the mysterious powers that dwelled deep within. These powers of heaven and earth, vibrant and surging, were the source of heaven and earth’s laws, ensuring its harmonious operation.

Cultivators, such as Wu Yuan, possessed the unique ability to sense, mobilize, and comprehend these powers of heaven and earth.

However, among the numerous types of heaven and earth’s power, the one that truly resonates with me is the power of the land!

Wu Yuan beheld the majestic and limitless power of the land. Within his soul sense, this surging heaven and earth's power manifested as a rich, earthy yellow hue!

Martial artists who transcended mortality often found themselves inclined towards a particular type of heaven and earth's power, one that was more attuned to their perception and cultivation. Eldritch warriors were not exempt from this phenomenon.

Wu Yuan paid homage to the portrait of Hou Tu, who was the Eldritch Progenitor who wielded the authority of the land in heaven and earth. After she bestowed Wu Yuan with second-degree eldritch tattoos, his body underwent a transformation without him realizing it, evolving into a Terranean Body. Synonymous with the Divine Earthly Body, it was also known as the Terranean Eldritch Body! By nature, it was a beloved vessel of the land.

My aptitude for the land surpasses that of fire, wood, wind, and the like.

This was what Wu Yuan could tell from perceiving the various types of powers of heaven and earth. His attunement to the power of the land surpassed that of any other type of heaven and earth's power by more than tenfold.

The land suits me best. By focusing on contemplating this aspect of heaven and earth, my progress will be ten, even a hundred times faster than if I cultivated other types of its power.

Wu Yuan reached a decision.

Upon reaching Unity, every practitioner had to make a choice. Should they strive to comprehend all types of heaven and earth’s power? In theory, yes. However, everyone had strengths and weaknesses; there was no such thing as a genius in everything.

To practice one’s skills was to comprehend the Dao. There were countless Daos of heaven and earth, with each type of heaven and earth's power harboring an expansive dao within. Numerous practitioners dedicated their entire lives to grasping only a minuscule fraction.

The body's transformation was akin to water persistently eroding stone. However, the true essence of skill advancement lay in comprehension, in grasping the intricacies and nuances of one's chosen path.

My soul is strong, while my Terranean Body implies that I have a natural affinity for the Land Dao. By combining these two aspects, my progress will be swift.

This road he had chosen stretched far into the distance, promising endless possibilities.

...

Immersed in his cultivation, night fell within the quiet martial chamber.

Hm?

Wu Yuan's eyes snapped open, his practice interrupted.

Before long, a respectful voice called out, “Heavens Heir, your family has arrived.”

Family?

A smile lit up Wu Yuan’s face. "Alright. Escort them to the main hall and prepare a dinner banquet. I will join shortly."

"Understood."

...

Soon after, Wu Yuan made his way to the main hall, where he was greeted by the presence of Wu Qiming, Wanqin, and Wu Yijun. The joy on everyone's faces was palpable as they gathered for a hearty dinner. After dinner, the various maidservants and servants left, giving the family their privacy.

"Chieftain, Mother," Wu Yuan smiled affectionately. "I have invited you to Cloudhill because our sect is preparing for a momentous event."

"Momentous?" Wu Qiming and Wanqin exchanged puzzled glances, their curiosity piqued.

Wu Yijun leaned against her brother’s back with a carefree air. Though she had matured from her time in Li City, she was still young and didn’t fully comprehend the intricacies of sect matters. All she knew was that her big brother was really awesome.

"The sect is preparing for a war that will unify the Jiang Continent," Wu Yuan declared.

The countenances of Wu Qiming and Wanqin underwent a transformation. Compared to the past, it was clear that their perspectives had been shaped by study and experience.

Wu Yuan reassured them with a smile on his face, "There’s no need to fret. The higher echelons of the sect have made their own judgments. Your only task is to keep this knowledge to yourselves and not let it spread."

"As a matter of fact, my main reason for inviting you here was for you to consume a certain treasure," Wu Yuan continued.

"A treasure?" Both Wu Qiming and Wanqin voiced their confusion simultaneously.

In a swift motion, Wu Yuan conjured a fruit resembling an apple in front of their bewildered eyes. It was a Redwood Spirit Fruit.

"After consuming this fruit, your physical bodies will undergo a transformation, reaching the level of third-grade martial artists," Wu Yuan chuckled. "And there will be no adverse side-effects."

Third-grade? Wu Qiming and Wanqin were left dumbfounded.

"One fruit can elevate us to the level of first-rate Adepts?" Wu Qiming found it difficult to believe.

"It is merely a physical transformation. To truly become a first-rate Adept, one must still diligently train their skills," Wu Yuan chuckled.

"Wu Yuan, such a treasure must be extremely precious," Wu Qiming couldn't help but express his worry.

Wanqin chimed in, "Yuan'er, this must be a treasure granted to you by the sect for your cultivation. You mustn’t give it away."

They had no idea about Wu Yuan’s true capabilities.

"Fear not, Mother, Chieftain, I have my reasons for gifting this to you. Chieftain, once you consume it, continue to train diligently. Only then will you earn the respect of all as the chieftain of the Wu Clan," Wu Yuan laughed. "And as for you, mother, consuming it will grant you a longer and healthier lifespan, putting your child's mind at ease."

Suddenly, Wu Yuan's head snapped up, a glint of frost shining in his eyes.

A Heavenly Ranker has arrived? Impressive speed. How audacious. Now, I'm curious, which faction are they from?