Chapter 69: Invitation and Joint Study
Time flies; three months have passed quietly since Yu Yuanchen returned from the west.
In Long City, deep within the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan, inside a secret chamber reinforced with numerous Martial Soul guidance Formations, the atmosphere was heavy and focused.
Yu Yuanchen, Yu Boxuan, Yu Qingtian, and several Elders from the clan who were most experienced and well-versed in Soul Power theory were gathered together. On the massive Martial Soul guidance sand table in the center, light and shadow flowed, and countless energy streamlines simulated by Soul Power intertwined and shifted, outlining the incredibly complex execution trajectory—the prototype of the "Soul Core Method" they had painstakingly deduced over the past three months.
The thunder god mark on Yu Yuanchen's brow flickered slightly, purple-gold electric currents swirled in his pupils, and he would point with his fingertips from time to time, prompting the energy model on the sand table to adjust accordingly. As the primary proposer of the theory and the person with the deepest understanding of the nature of energy, he led the entire deduction process.
Yu Boxuan had a solemn expression, his immense Spiritual Power as a level 97 Super Douluo enveloping the entire room, sensing every subtle change in energy, occasionally offering suggestions for modifications regarding energy stability and the macro architecture.
Yu Qingtian focused more on the practical aspects of power operation and eruption, using his formidable cultivation of level 94 (now level 95) and rich combat experience to verify its feasibility under various extreme conditions. The other Elders displayed their own strengths, checking for gaps and making improvements from different angles.
However, three months had passed, and progress on the deduction was far slower and more difficult than anticipated.
"It's no good. The critical rotational speed of the energy vortex simply cannot be stabilized. Once it exceeds this threshold, the load on the Meridians increases exponentially; those without extremely robust physiques simply cannot withstand it!" An Elder shook his head and sighed as the light cluster representing the energy vortex on the sand table collapsed again due to excessive simulated pressure.
"The step of compression and liquefaction is even more dangerous. If one's Spiritual Power is slightly lacking and cannot precisely constrain the internally surging energy, it will instantly trigger a backlash explosion!" Another Elder added with a solemn expression.
"And this final step of solidification and core Formation requires a very deep realization of one's own Martial Soul and Law before one can successfully imprint their will upon it, making it self-contained. This step... is mysterious and profound, difficult to describe with specific techniques; it's more like a kind of... Epiphany?"
Everyone frowned. They had gathered the top wisdom of the entire clan and spent three months, only to barely refine Yu Yuanchen's originally rough and dangerous "three-step" concept into a relatively clearer framework, and preliminarily verified its theoretical feasibility. However, the key difficulties involved—the extreme stability of the energy vortex, the terrifying pressure and control of liquefaction and compression, and the Law imprinting of solidification and core Formation—remained like chasms, difficult to overcome.
This technique's requirements for a cultivator's talent, foundation, Spiritual Power, physique, and Comprehension Ability reached a desperate level. Looking across the entire Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan, apart from Yu Yuanchen himself who had a greater chance of success, perhaps Yu Boxuan and Yu Qingtian could risk a try, but the others didn't even have the qualifications to attempt it, and the success rate was negligible.
"This technique... is too Heaven-Defying. To achieve extraordinary success, one must bear extraordinary risks and costs." Yu Boxuan finally sighed and concluded, "It must not be attempted lightly by anyone other than a peerless Genius. To refine it to a state that is relatively safe and promotable is beyond the power of our clan alone."
Everyone was silent. Although unwilling, they had to admit this fact. Creating an entirely new path of cultivation was far more difficult than imagined.
However, these three months were not without gains.
Yu Boxuan and Yu Qingtian, relying on their profound foundations as Titled Douluo and powerful Spiritual Power, had successfully constructed a stable "Soul Power vortex" within their Dantian. For powerhouses of their level, their Soul Power had long since spontaneously completed high-level liquefaction and even partial condensation during their long Cultivate; building a vortex was more of a reorganization and efficient integration of their existing power.
Once the vortex was formed, although they failed to directly condense a soul core, it immediately improved the speed of their Soul Power operation and recovery, and their Cultivate efficiency also saw a small increase—better than nothing. More importantly, this process allowed them to control their own power with greater precision.
The biggest surprise came from Yu Qingtian. In the process of successfully constructing the Soul Power vortex and continuously adjusting and realizing its profound operation, his level 94 Bottleneck, which had trapped him for many years, suddenly loosened. Taking this opportunity, he pressed forward in one breath, forcefully broke through the barrier, and stepped into the ranks of level 95 Super Douluo! His strength surged, and his aura became even more profound and overbearing!
Another beneficiary was Yu Yuanchen's second grandfather, the Peak Soul Douluo Yu Boyu. He had already been stuck at level 89 for many years, with a deep foundation. Participating in this deduction, although he could not fully understand the advanced parts, he still benefited greatly.
Coupled with the fact that Yu Yuanchen distributed two high-quality ten-thousand-year Soul Bones seized from the battle with the Elephant Armored Academy and the Tuoba Family to him for absorption, his foundation greatly increased. Finally, under the dual stimulation of the Soul Bone enhancement and the successful initial construction of the Soul Power vortex, he forcefully completed the total liquefaction of his Soul Power (ordinary Soul Douluo can only partially liquefy), broke through the barrier, successfully hunted an over 80,000-year Dragon-type Soul Beast as his ninth Soul Ring, and stepped into the Realm of Titled Douluo! His title—Thunder!
Thus, the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan now had three true Titled Douluo on the surface: Yu Boxuan (level 97), Yu Qingtian (level 95), and Yu Boyu (level 91)! Their strength was unprecedentedly strong, firmly sitting among the top Sects on the continent!
Yu Yuanchen himself also gained a lot from these three months of high-intensity deduction and Cultivate. His understanding of the nature of energy became deeper, his Thunder True Essence became more condensed and pure, and his Cultivate naturally progressed, stepping into the Realm of level 78 Soul Saint. His aura became increasingly restrained and profound.
But the refinement of the Soul Core Method had indeed fallen into a Bottleneck.
"It seems that I can only invite Brother Qian and Brother Tang." Yu Yuanchen's gaze swept over the energy model on the sand table that still had many uncertainties, and he spoke slowly. He knew deeply that to perfect this Heaven-Defying technique, pooling wisdom was essential, and in the known continent today, among those of the same age, only Qian Daoliu and Tang Chen could sit and discuss the Dao with him in terms of talent, flair, and strength (Bo Saixi was not yet known, so she was not counted for now).
"Hmm." Yu Boxuan nodded, "These two are indeed the best candidates. Qian Daoliu is gifted, his understanding of divine force and Holy Light attributes has reached a very high Realm, and he is meticulous; Tang Chen has peerless talent in the way of power, his Clear Sky Hammer intent is domineering, and it contains changes within its ferocity. Coupled with the deep foundations and Family heritage of the powers behind them, if both of them can participate, they will surely be able to make up for the shortcomings in our thinking."
Once the plan was decided, Yu Yuanchen did not hesitate, personally taking up a pen to write two identical secret letters.
The letters naturally did not mention core secrets such as God Position or faith, but simply stated frankly that he had gained some insights during his practice and had developed a "Soul Core Method" that might have a subversive impact on the Soul Master Cultivate system. However, this method was profound, and the deduction had fallen into a Bottleneck at a critical point, and he had been unable to find a solution after long reflection. He had long heard that the two brothers were profound in learning and shocking in talent, so he presumptuously invited them, hoping they could spare some time to meet and jointly study this wonderful method, in hopes of perfecting it to benefit future generations.
The wording was sincere, neither humble nor arrogant, fully expressing his recognition and respect for their abilities, and raising this endeavor to the height of "benefiting future generations."
The two letters were sent by trusted clan members at the fastest speed to Spirit Hall and the Clear Sky Sect respectively.
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Spirit Hall, deep within the Elder Palace.
Qian Daoliu sat quietly under the statue of the Angel God, his body bathed in holy golden light, with eight Soul Rings—two yellow, two purple, three black, and one red—shining behind him. Unsurprisingly, he had also broken through the Bottleneck to reach Soul Douluo, and relying on the profound foundation of Spirit Hall, he had hunted a one-hundred-thousand-year eighth ring without injury.
He took the secret letter respectfully handed over by the Cardinal, and unfolded it to read. A trace of surprise first flashed in his golden eyes, followed by a strong interest.
"Soul Core Method? Subverting the Soul Master Cultivate system?" He whispered to himself, a playful smile curling the corner of his mouth, "Yu Yuanchen, oh Yu Yuanchen, you can always give people surprises. Is defeating the combined forces of me and Tang Chen not enough, that you have started to delve into such a world-shocking path?"
He put down the letter, his gaze looking toward the dome of the temple, his eyes deep: "Gathering the strengths of the three families to discuss the Great Dao together... Interesting. If this method can really be completed, it would indeed be a great Karma for Spirit Hall and for the Soul Master of the world. Moreover..." A sharp light flashed in his eyes, "Being able to discuss the Dao with him and Tang Chen again will surely be of great benefit to my Cultivate!"
He barely hesitated before instructing the Cardinal standing beside him: "Reply to the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Sect that Qian is quite interested in the wonderful method mentioned by Brother Yuanchen, and will personally go to Long City in a few days to meet with him."
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Clear Sky Sect, the atmosphere in the main hall was slightly heavy.
Sect Master Tang Gan's arm was still wrapped in bandages, and although his aura had stabilized, exhaustion and grief could not be hidden between his brows. The death of the Grand Elder and the fall of several elites had caused the Sect to suffer a massive blow.
Tang Chen sat below, his face cold, deep in his eyes suppressing bone-deep hatred and an extreme desire to become stronger. He took the letter, quickly scanned it, and a trace of fluctuation appeared on his cold, hard face for the first time.
"Yu Yuanchen... Soul Core Method?" He whispered, surprise and contemplation flashing in his eyes. Although he lost his battle with Yu Yuanchen and Qian Daoliu, he truly admired Yu Yuanchen's strength and talent. Receiving the other party's invitation at this moment, mentioning that he had developed a technique that might change Soul Master Cultivate, his heart was greatly shaken.
"Sect Master, what do you think..." He handed the letter to Tang Gan.
Tang Gan finished reading carefully, pondered for a moment, and said: "Yu Yuanchen, this child, is no ordinary person. If what he says is true, this method is of great significance. Our Sect has just suffered a heavy blow and is in need of people; if you go..."
"Sect Master, I will go." Tang Chen said decisively, fire burning in his eyes, "I will keep in mind the hatred of the Grand Elder and our fellow disciples! But precisely because of this, I need to become stronger even more! Working in isolation and bitter Cultivate for ten years may not necessarily catch up with the footsteps of Yu Yuanchen and Qian Daoliu. Only by communicating and colliding with the top opponents can one break through faster! If this method can really help me improve my strength, I will have more confidence in my revenge in the future! And if this matter succeeds, it will also be beneficial to the reputation of my Clear Sky Sect."
Tang Gan looked at the unquestionable determination in his nephew's eyes and finally nodded slowly: "Very well. You go. Take my reply and tell Sect Master Yu that Tang Chen will arrive in a few days. Be careful on this trip."
"Yes!" Tang Chen cupped his fists heavily.
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A few days later, in Long City, the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan welcomed two heavyweight guests.
Qian Daoliu was still that golden-haired, white-robed figure, handsome as a god, his aura more rounded and profound, as if he were more in tune with the light and holiness of the world. He came alone, without bringing any attendants, showing great sincerity.
Tang Chen was dusty, with a hint of lingering sorrow between his brows, but his eyes were sharper and firmer, like tempered steel, and his temperament was a bit more steady and calm. He also came alone, obviously only here to discuss the Dao.
Yu Yuanchen personally came out to welcome them and led the two into the heavily guarded secret chamber.
Inside the secret chamber, the Martial Soul guidance sand table glowed, and the complex energy model floated quietly.
Without too much pleasantry, the three most talented young people of the current era had their eyes instantly attracted by the profound energy execution diagram.
"Brother Yuanchen, is this the 'Soul Core Method' you mentioned?" Qian Daoliu's eyes burned, and he immediately saw the astonishing potential and many dangerous passes contained within it.
Tang Chen's pupils shrank even more. He was a power-type Soul Master, most sensitive to the condensation and eruption of energy. At a glance, he could see that if this method could be completed, it would be subversive to the power improvement of Soul Masters! "What a domineering technique! You actually want to compress all the Soul Power of the body into one core?!"
"Exactly." Yu Yuanchen nodded, getting straight to the point, "This method was something I realized by chance, but deducing it to this point has reached a Bottleneck. The extreme stability of the energy vortex, the control of liquefaction and compression, and the imprinting of solidification and core Formation—these three passes are extremely dangerous and cannot be broken by one person's strength. Therefore, I specially invited you two brothers to come, to gather the wisdom of the three of us, to jointly study this method, hoping to perfect it a little."
Qian Daoliu and Tang Chen looked at each other, both seeing strong interest and the desire for a challenge in the other's eyes.
"Good!" Qian Daoliu spoke first, Holy Light swirling at his fingertips, pointing at a spot on the sand table, "This energy flow seems to be able to introduce the meaning of'stability', which might enhance the toughness of the vortex..."
Tang Chen spoke almost simultaneously, his voice deep and heavy: "The power of compression cannot last if it is too rigid, and it cannot guard if it is too soft! It needs to combine hardness and softness, like my Clear Sky Hammer intent, lifting heavy as if it were light, and lifting light as if it were heavy! This structure here should be slightly adjusted..."
The three peerless geniuses immediately immersed themselves in the intense discussion and deduction of the Soul Core Method. Different philosophies, different angles, different Martial Soul characteristics, and Cultivate insights collided fiercely at this moment, sparking countless sparks of wisdom.
Yu Yuanchen's theoretical framework and profound understanding of the nature of energy, Qian Daoliu's unique insights and meticulous thinking on energy stability, purification, and nurturing, and Tang Chen's extreme realization and domineering directness regarding energy condensation, eruption, and control... The three complemented each other, verified each other, and argued from time to time.
Inside the secret chamber, the Soul Power light flashed and dimmed, the energy model constantly collapsed and reorganized, becoming more and more complex, and also more and more stable and exquisite...
A great deduction that would change the Cultivate landscape of Soul Masters on the continent officially opened its curtain in the hands of these three young people.
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