Chapter 95: The Body Sect's Secret Cultivation Method
If it weren't for Huo Yuhao's astonishing talent, he would have had to haggle with Kong Deming for a while longer, but there was nothing he could do; his heart was stirred—truly stirred.
He knew that with Huo Yuhao's talent and all that had happened before, it was impossible to completely sever his relationship with Kong Deming.
And if he were to fight Kong Deming, even if he could kill the old man, it would inevitably make Yuhao resent and distance himself from him, leaving a lasting grudge in his heart.
A forced melon isn't sweet; Du Busi not only wanted Yuhao's person but also his heart to be with the Body Sect.
Moreover, if Huo Yuhao had truly abandoned his teacher without hesitation and chosen him, he would have felt uncomfortable instead.
But it didn't matter.
The Sun Moon Imperial Soul Engineering Academy was ultimately just an academy. Even if that old man controlled the Sun Moon Empire's Hall of Offerings, it wasn't a power like Shrek's Sea God's Pavilion.
But the Body Sect was different. Who said that receiving guidance from Sun Moon couldn't make one an heir to the Body Sect? As for the relationship between Heavenly Soul Empire and Sun Moon Empire—sorry—the heir was important. His Body Sect was just a hidden Sect of the Heavenly Soul Empire, openly at odds with the Sun Moon Empire. But so what?
Sun Moon Empire had never offended the Body Sect, and there wasn't an irreconcilable feud between the two like there was with Shrek.
Besides, at most, this child had only been with the Sun Moon Empire for a year. How much sense of belonging could he have?
As long as Yuhao later grew closer to the Body Sect, having two teachers would be fine. Let's see who lives longer. Uh, he might not even outlive Kong Deming.
Looking at his teacher, although he had long known this would be the case, Huo Yuhao still couldn't hide his surprise.
It's done?
Isn't that a bit too simple?
Evidently, he had still underestimated the destructive power of his silver-level Body Martial Soul awakening, his second Martial Soul, and his hundred-thousand-year soul ring on Du Busi.
It wasn't until Kong Deming nodded that Huo Yuhao bowed and said, "Greetings, Teacher."
Du Busi couldn't help but burst into laughter, and Kong Deming was even happier. As the saying goes, 'as long as I'm alive, you, Du Busi, will always be second—like a stepchild.'
"Good, good. Call me Teacher a few more times."
The Body Sect practices a single-heir system for its Sect Master, meaning that successive Sect Masters usually only train one or two core disciples, who can also be called lineage disciples of the Sect Master. This is done to ensure that the 'purity' of the secret method's transmission remains undiminished.
While the current disciples of the Body Sect are decent, there aren't many who can truly shoulder heavy responsibilities. Long Aotian is one, but Huo Yuhao is clearly the superior choice.
Especially considering his performance in the competition and the appearance of his second Martial Soul and a hundred-thousand-year soul ring just now.
After making Huo Yuhao call him Teacher a few more times, Du Busi happily said:
"When you arrive at the Body Sect, I'll introduce you to that child, Ao Tian. He'll definitely have a lot to say to you—this Little Monster."
"That little rascal doesn't respect anyone in the younger generation. Yuhao, you should teach him a good lesson, let him see what it means for the human heart to be treacherous, and make him rein in his thoughts."
Long Aotian: So love will disappear, right?
Huo Yuhao nodded, but Kong Deming stepped forward.
"Old man, who agreed for Yuhao to go with you to the Body Sect? You old fool, you're ugly but dream beautifully. I'm telling you, at least for now, there's no way."
Du Busi immediately became anxious. "Elder Kong, I don't have time to blab with you. You've seen Yuhao's potential. He's the most suitable for the path of a Body Soul Master."
"I can put it plainly: as long as this child doesn't encounter any accidents midway, I can definitely cultivate him into the strongest on the continent."
Soul Guidance Devices—go play somewhere else. Why waste time on them? Only one's own strength is true strength; everything else is external.
"Old man, I didn't say I wouldn't let Yuhao follow the Body Martial Soul development path. Why are you so anxious, old fellow?"
What do you mean?
Du Busi hesitated, unsure how to respond for a moment.
Kong Deming had to explain: "Yuhao's talent is obvious to all. Both paths can be pursued simultaneously. Whether it's Martial Soul or Soul Engineer, I believe neither should be neglected."
"Yuhao can fully develop both paths. The combination of Body Martial Soul and Soul Guidance Devices—think about it, old man—a Body Martial Soul Soul Master covered in Soul Guidance Devices—that's what can truly be called the strongest."
At that point, anyone facing such a disciple would only feel despair.
In terms of Martial Soul cultivation—especially in Body Martial Soul cultivation—Kong Deming knew he was inferior to Du Busi. But when it came to Soul Guidance Devices, sorry, he considered himself unmatched on the continent.
This... Du Busi hesitated. But a person's energy is ultimately limited, and the Body Sect doesn't have data on Soul Guidance Devices...
Before he finished, Kong Deming interrupted: "Then he'll stay in Sun Moon. If you're truly sincere, just go often to guide Yuhao."
Going to the Body Sect? Dream on! Your intentions are too obvious, old man. If you want something good, shouldn't you show sincerity?
Alright. Du Busi deliberated briefly before nodding reluctantly.
This kind of thing can't be rushed. Du Busi still has time; before Yuhao grows up, there's plenty of room for trial and error.
Though he was unwilling to admit it, Soul Guidance Devices do have their unique aspects. If Yuhao could inherit the Body Sect as both a Body Martial Soul and a Soul Engineer, the Sect would undoubtedly usher in unprecedented prosperity!
Furthermore, although the Body Sect is the Heavenly Soul Empire's guardian Sect, their relationship isn't completely bound. Given the current relationship between the Sun Moon Empire and the Three Great Kingdoms, who knows what Heaven Soul's situation will be in the future?
If Yuhao could grow in Sun Moon Empire, with Ao Tian remaining close to Heavenly Soul Empire, by betting on both sides—even if Sun Moon Empire unifies the continent—the Body Sect could stay uninvolved. No matter what, the Sect could continue!
And Soul Guidance Devices—he himself is behind them, but if the Body Sect could potentially be handed over to Yuhao in the future, and Yuhao becomes a Ninth- or Tenth-Level Soul Engineer, he could also bring the Sect's research to the Body Sect.
The Sect wouldn't fall behind the times then; future generations can develop it. Didn't Shrek even establish a Soul Guidance Department?
Du Busi was thinking long-term, even fantasizing about Yuhao inheriting the Body Sect and combining body and Soul Guidance Devices in the future.
However, although he couldn't take Yuhao back to the Body Sect now, some arrangements still needed to be made.
"Yuhao, I'll give you some welcoming gifts."
The highly anticipated 'gold coin drop' segment. Du Busi's expression couldn't be contained; he was stifling his laughter, trying to hold back from bursting out.
As Du Busi spoke, he produced the Body Sect's exclusive Body Meditation Method. Compared to Huo Yuhao's current top-tier meditation method, this Body Meditation Method has a dual-enhancement effect for Body-type Soul Masters.
This top-tier meditation method, refined by successive Sect Masters and Elders of the Body Sect, not only accelerates the accumulation of soul power but also improves physical fitness, forming a 'soul power + physique' dual-enhancement cycle within the body.
In addition, there is the Body Sect's Spiritual Absorption Secret Method.
This secret method can directly strengthen the soul ring's age limit by absorbing spiritual energy from Soul Beasts and other rare resources, thereby enhancing Martial Soul abilities. In terms of effect, it far surpasses evil methods used by evil Soul Masters and has no side effects.
However, it also has limitations: it requires a large amount of resources and can only be used by owners of Body Martial Souls.
As for the Sect's core inheritance—the 'Body's Secret' cultivation method, the prototype of the Innate Secret Method of Flawless Golden Body, Ten Thousand Years later—this is orally transmitted by successive Sect Masters and guided in cultivation, and Du Busi intends to teach it personally.
The Spiritual Absorption Secret Method is actually part of the Body Secret Method.
To cultivate the Body Secret Method, one must activate the Body Martial Soul through a special ritual, stimulating potential bloodline power to elevate the Martial Soul's quality and bestow new characteristics.
At the same time, during cultivation, it is necessary to combine high-intensity combat or rare resources, such as heavenly treasures and Soul Beast essence blood, to impact the Martial Soul's origin. This process involves enduring violent energy backlash; failure can mean the collapse of the Martial Soul.
All these aspects share a common feature: they can only be cultivated by Soul Masters with a Body Martial Soul, and except for the Body Meditation Method, the cultivation process involves unimaginable benefits and pain.
In essence, it is a three-in-one cultivation path—Martial Soul awakening, soul ring modification, and physical strengthening—achieving exponential growth in the strength of Body Soul Masters. But it requires exceptional talent and resources.
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