LRAB 969. Xiao Xuan's Explanation
969. Xiao Xuan's Explanation
Upon hearing Xiao Xuan's analysis, Xiao Yan involuntarily recalled the way Huo Zhi had looked at him through countless reincarnations. She was still there, but similarly, the innocent, passionate, and naive red-clad figure Xiao Yan had encountered had completely vanished after this encounter.
"What, are you feeling a little regretful? If it weren't for this, I think the two of you would have had a chance to get together in the future."
Hearing Xiao Xuan's question, Xiao Yan finally shook his head firmly: "Ancestor, I am truly happy for Huo Zhi that she is free. This outcome is the best for both her and me..."
Deep down, although Xiao Yan felt a strange emptiness for a moment, he knew that Huo Zhi had now gotten rid of this obsession and her cultivation would be on a smooth path. She had no longer been attached to herself and had gained a kind of decisive liberation. Xiao Yan was genuinely happy for her.
"Thinking that way is indeed good for both of you."
Xiao Xuan didn't dwell on the topic and instead continued, "Although I'm not entirely sure of the source of that black energy, the three of you have done the Bodhi Tree a great favor. The Bodhi Heart, the Bodhi Seed, and the enlightenment you gained under the Bodhi Tree—these three treasures have all been given to you."
"You gained Bodhicitta, but they definitely also gained a lot of life force, which is why Soul Wind didn't die from Flame's attack."
"The enlightenment gained under the true Bodhi tree was given to that little girl from the Yan Clan, and you and Hunfeng also experienced a simple cycle of reincarnation. But because of the Yan Clan girl's obsession, you spent the most important lifetime with her, and the gains should have been considerable, and something that you desperately need now."
Xiao Yan understood that most of his gains on this trip couldn't be hidden from his ancestor, so he directly acknowledged them. The improvement in his soul realm was probably the least important gain for Xiao Yan.
"Through countless reincarnations, I have experienced far too much. Although I have forgotten many things, I still remember many memories and experiences. The most important to me is my experience in alchemy."
Huo Zhen mentioned to himself twice that what he needed most to advance to the ninth-grade alchemist was the experience of refining medicine time and time again, which was something that could only be accumulated over time.
However, Xiao Yan experienced a hundred lifetimes of reincarnation this time. Although he didn't become an alchemist in many of those reincarnations, the experiences of becoming an alchemist and reaching the eighth or even ninth rank were significant enough. This allowed Xiao Yan to make up for the hundreds of years of accumulation that others had accumulated in a single fortuitous encounter.
Of course, how far these experiences can help Xiao Yan go is still unknown. After all, Xiao Yan cannot immediately start refining pills, so these are just some speculations.
"Not only that, you little rascal are clever enough to take advantage of the situation and trick that Soul Clan member, getting most of the Bodhi seeds into your hands. You definitely benefited the most from this trip."
Xiao Xuan didn't witness it firsthand, but he was naturally very happy to hear Xiao Yan say that the Soul Clan suffered a great loss with the help of the Bodhi Tree.
Xiao Yan, true to form, humbly replied, "It was just good luck."
"Ancestor, although I have attained Bodhicitta, I have only heard of its various legends. How can I now put its wondrous effects to use?"
Xiao Yan didn't stand on ceremony and asked one question after another. With his ancestors right there, they were naturally his best source of knowledge.
Upon hearing this, Xiao Xuan smiled slightly: "Eat!"
Upon hearing this single word in response, Xiao Yan was completely bewildered: "Eat?"
"Yes, and the energy you consume must be as vigorous as possible. Once the Bodhi Heart merges into your body and becomes part of your heart, it will bring you tremendous life growth and increase your cultivation speed. This is only the most superficial effect, because the massive amount of life force cannot actually be released."
"As long as you devour the raging energy, the Bodhi Heart will release enough life force to match it, allowing you to internalize this energy and make it a part of your body. If you eat enough, you may even eventually have the chance to develop a terrifying physical body comparable to a top-tier ancient magical beast."
Upon hearing about the full effects of using the Bodhi Heart, even Xiao Yan couldn't help but gasp.
His physical abilities are already quite strong, ranking in the upper-middle range among Dou Sheng powerhouses. But to say he's at the top level, he's definitely still some distance away.
For example, Xiao Yan had just encountered Lei Qingyue. Xiao Yan could see very clearly that Lei Qingyue was incredibly strong, which was probably related to his attack methods.
If one wants to maintain strong combat power at the Dou Sheng stage, one must have no weaknesses in any aspect, but there has never been a good way to strengthen physical strength.
Now that I possess it, if I truly absorb enough of the violent energy and apply it to myself, and develop the Bodhicitta ability to the maximum extent, the strength of my physical body will probably increase to an unbelievable level.
All the doubts in his heart were answered, and Xiao Yan sighed with gratitude. It was good to have his ancestor by his side, as he was saved from a lot of trouble.
Of course, not all of his doubts have been answered.
"Ancestor, you know so much about all this, but did you once attain Bodhicitta?"
Xiao Xuan knew why Xiao Yan asked that question, so he shook his head and said, "The most opportune time for me to seek the Bodhi Tree was at another ruin, so I only obtained Bodhi seeds and never saw the Bodhi Tree in person."
"The reason I know so much about the Bodhi Tree is naturally because of the records in my Xiao clan."
"However, according to the research of my Xiao clan, the hundred reincarnations of the Bodhi Tree cannot be known in advance, and it seems to be even more harmful. Therefore, before you enter the Bodhi Tree, I will only tell you the safety information that the clan has confirmed can be disclosed."
"I see." Xiao Yan nodded.
"Any other questions?"
"There really isn't any left now." Xiao Yan shook his head. "During my hundred lifetimes of reincarnation, my Dou Qi has improved somewhat, but there are still many things I haven't properly summarized. So, I'll stay in the Heavenly Tomb to further refine my cultivation during this time."
"That's for the best. Although you can't improve solely through arduous training during your Dou Sheng journey, laying a solid foundation is still extremely important. Your improvement speed is already fast enough. Remember to avoid arrogance and impatience, and move forward steadily!" Xiao Xuan shared his experience with Xiao Yan at the opportune moment.
"Yes, Ancestor, Xiao Yan will remember!"
After the communication ended, Xiao Yan obediently sat cross-legged and began to consolidate his cultivation level. Seeing Xiao Yan's composure, Xiao Xuan felt even more at ease.
Meanwhile, outside, the three thousand lightning illusions released by Xiao Yan were responsible for taking his two disciples back to the Starfall Pavilion.
Although the Three Thousand Thunder Illusion Body can no longer keep up with Xiao Yan's strength and is becoming less and less useful in battle, it is still very useful in contacting Xiao Xuan and communicating with the Heavenly Tomb.