Chapter Nine, the youthful spirit, and the restless soul of mischief

If we were to express it in terms familiar on Earth, then the "meaning of seeking the Dao" is not what Wang Qi previously thought of as a "high school diploma," but rather the "spirit of science"

Although the young man mumbled the word "reckless," there was no sign of regret on his face; instead, he continued to pour and drink for himself. There was a reason for his behavior.

Zhen Chanzi wanted to refute something, but in the end, he merely sighed: "I am old."

Oh

However, the physical quantity known as "spiritual energy" did not exist at all in the world of the previous life

Zhen Chanzi fell silent for a moment. The confident demeanor of the young man reminded him of himself over ten thousand years ago, when he first caught a glimpse of the path to immortality

Wang Qi said this as he took a sip of wine

On the roof of the Wang family old residence, Wang Qi set down a book, his face displaying a hint of relief—of course, there was also a touch of self-satisfaction. Judging by his expression, there was not a trace of regret to be seen.

However, even if one cannot fully immerse oneself, merely observing from a distance can still be considered a shared enjoyment

Wang Qi's reckless remark was, however, directed at another matter

The so-called entry into the realm of Tongtian is not merely reliant on knowledge to break through the boundaries; more importantly, it is about discerning the intentions of those who sought the Dao from this knowledge.

Wang Qi did not participate in the celebrations in the village. Although he has lived two lives, in his previous life he only knew about knowledge and treated the laboratory as a sanctuary. In this life, he has spent several years in a daze, being regarded as a foolish person, and he is truly unaccustomed to so many people gathering in one place for festivities

This world is indeed somewhat interesting

Zhen Chanzi surprisingly did not angrily reprimand this "disrespectful" young man

Wang Qi laughed heartily: "Well, you have been continuously witnessing events that challenge your worldview these past few days, and as a result, you have lost your sense of purpose. You have brought this upon yourself!"

In the morning, his breakthrough came too swiftly, truly startling Li Ziye and Xiang Qi. However, after the initial shock, the two displayed the qualities of the Celestial Alliance's enforcers

This statement also somewhat alleviated their doubts about Wang Qi's talent—apparently, this young man already had a foundation in reasoning. Considering this, his aptitude was barely within the range that humanity could tolerate

If the world fundamentally does not adhere to reason ... ? ... then what is the point of it all

I truly do not understand what the Dao is, old man. However, since those great beings who established the present laws have determined the path to seeking the Dao, then I, Wang Qi, will surely be able to gradually attain that supreme heavenly Dao!

In the previous life of Wang Qi, when technology flourished, apart from a few individuals with peculiar thoughts, this intention was fundamentally ingrained in the hearts of every person through subtle influence.

Wang Qi sneered: "You have been immortal for ten thousand years, and only today did you realize it?"

Our village is also going to produce an immortal

Thinking of this, Wang Qi couldn't help but take another sip of wine, making a clicking sound with his mouth: "In the end, it was still reckless, but thanks to you, old man, this unexpected help is quite useful at this moment!"

After consuming seven or eight cups of wine, a somewhat awkward voice from the rooftop said, "Old man, aren't you supposed to respond? It's quite awkward for me to be talking to myself here!"

Hehe, I must really be getting old...

Pursue knowledge, pursue truth

Zhen Chanzi, in a fit of anger, laughed instead: "You speak as if you truly understand."

How to say?

Wang Qi squinted his eyes, gazing at the distant lights, as if murmuring to himself

Zhen Chanzi's voice was somewhat muffled: "Oh?"

Generally, when practitioners break through their limits, they must delve into the techniques of the Qi cultivation stage, seeking shortcuts to manipulate the breathing of heaven and earth. Wang Qi's breakthrough, however, was a direct reflection of a moment of clarity in his heart onto his magical power, akin to water overflowing naturally when it is full.

Wang Qi lay on the rooftop, his right hand adorned with a ring raised high, facing the night sky. He gazed at the ring and asked, "Let me ask you first, were you once a stubborn person? The kind who believes they are right no matter what."

Due to the matter of his time travel, Wang Qi fundamentally began to doubt "science," which led to the tarnishing of the pearl. It was through his research in mathematics and logic in this world that he became aware of the issues in his own thoughts. Moreover, his accumulation of knowledge had long surpassed the requirements for breaking through to the heavens.

However, what is used are the mathematical symbols on Earth that he is most familiar with

Only then did I realize. Although I refer to myself as 'the old man', it is merely a matter of self-identity. In the past, I believed myself to be exceptionally gifted, coupled with the ancient legacy I bear, and thought that being trapped in this ring was merely a temporary situation for a dragon dwelling in shallow waters. If I were to gain even a slight opportunity, I would surely be able to once again dominate the world.

On this night, the moon is bright and the stars are sparse. A crescent moon hangs obliquely at the edge of the sky, casting a frost-like glow over the world. The villagers of Dabaicun are usually asleep at this hour. However, tonight, this small village faintly glimmers with some lights. Near the ancestral hall in the center of the village, some villagers can be seen gathering together to celebrate.

At that time, I was also full of confidence, surely confidence would enable me to take that final step

Am I saying all this just to prompt you to respond? At the very least, when I thank you, you should acknowledge it, shouldn't you

Zhen Chanzi expressed dissatisfaction with the way: "What does it mean to 'appear quite aloof yet actually love to talk'?"

With such thoughts in mind, Wang Qi carried a jar of homemade rice wine from the village and sat alone on the roof of the Wang family's old residence

Then, all of this was wiped away overnight

Wang Qi was also taken aback when he noticed the suspicion between the two. Given that the unorthodox practitioner is now essentially in a situation where everyone is calling for his downfall, if he were to be seen as associated with him, he would likely receive more disdainful glances when going out, let alone expect to gain any benefits from the path of immortality and magic in the future

The words of the youth resonate with conviction

The passage of ten thousand years is truly terrifying, not only turning the final step that one has longed for into a joke, but also dulling that spark of ambition within oneself. If it were the youthful self, even if awakening to a new world, one would only feel an overwhelming sense of pride in their heart.

The villagers, being simple and honest, felt that this was perhaps the greatest joy in the village, almost as if they were celebrating a festival. The old scholar in the ancestral hall, who taught the village children, nearly wished to erect a monument in commemoration of this event

Zhen Chanzi angrily said, "Then tell me, what can be considered interesting?"

At the moment when Li Ziye and the other person grew increasingly suspicious, Zhen Chanzi spoke up to smooth over the lie: "This is the ancient mathematics that I passed down to him. Ha, I truly never thought that the path of mathematics could lead to immortality"

In the morning, he integrated the knowledge from his past life and quickly penetrated the realm of the heavens, which truly startled Li Ziye and Xiang Qi. However, he soon discovered a significant problem

After a while, take another sip

Yet this destruction and establishment paradoxically made Wang Qi's spirit immensely strong

If one does not have absolute confidence in one's own path, how can one achieve the Way

For example, the carefree cultivator who lives near his home and breaks the law

In fact, during the day, he misunderstood Li Ziye's words and also misinterpreted the transcendent realm of Jinfa.

Right now, at this very moment, interesting thoughts are bursting forth from my mind!

The practice of the present law is predicated on the understanding of the essential laws of the world—referred to as the "Dao" in the present law. If there is a deviation in the understanding of the Dao, the practice of advanced techniques may not only yield minimal results but could also lead to a dangerous path, resulting in physical demise and the extinguishing of the Dao.

Yet today, I have only just realized how terrifying the passage of countless years can be. The ancient legacy? I once regarded it as my very life, but now the people of today cast it aside like a worn-out shoe! Natural talent? I always believed that the world would eventually wither due to generations of practitioners drawing upon its essence, and that the path of immortality would inevitably decline with each passing generation. But in reality? The later generations have already forged a path to the heavens! I do not even have the courage to create my own method!

In this journey through time, the only thing Wang Qi felt fortunate about was that he had family who truly cared for him, pulling him back from the brink of collapse; he had more than ten years to gradually calm down. Furthermore, just yesterday, he was able to gain a new understanding of the world through the research of the wise individuals in this realm.

Wang Qidao: "The world is interesting precisely because it is vast enough to always have new things to explore! One imagines an infinitely large and vague concept, then deceives oneself into believing that this is the Dao, and in the end, one truly believes it—if you are not terrified, that would be against all reason!"

However, fortunately, this is merely a case of unnecessary worry

Zhen Chanzi had no way to refute this, and could only hum in his consciousness.

Then, Xiang Qi, with her keen eyes, discovered Wang Qi's draft. Although Li Ziye could not understand those formulas, he acutely sensed that these cryptic symbols were fundamentally advanced mathematical techniques.

"Huh?" Wang Qi expressed his disdain almost through his nasal cavity: "So, old man, your life used to be quite meaningless."

Wang Qi gazed at the sky, chuckled a few times, and said nothing

Indeed, in this world, I am a person of unrecognized talent, unfulfilled aspirations. However, that is my world! Mine! There are my friends, my family, my pursuits, my ideals, and the value of my existence!

This world is imbued with spiritual energy

It is a pity that that experience cannot teach you how to be a person, old man

Go to hell

Wang Qi smiled and said: "That's right! Old man, you should learn from me more in the future, learn what it means to be interesting!"

At this moment, with the moon nearing its zenith, the people gathered near the ancestral hall still refuse to disperse, and the sounds of their clamor can faintly be heard by Wang Qi.

The foundation of the Wanfa Men sect is rooted in the ancient teachings of the Primordial Heavenly Sovereign and the Geometric Demon Sovereign, from which the myriad laws emerged, and one law transcended the myriad laws. Therefore, Li Ziye did not harbor excessive doubts regarding the claims of Zhenchuanzi

During the time of the crossing, Wang Qi's first reaction was—@ # % # @. Ahem, in short, it was a curse word

Zhen Chanzi became increasingly agitated, and his words subtly hinted at a sense of resignation: "Even if I can reshape my physical body and return to the world, what significance would it hold?"

Hearing the response emanating from the ring so casually, Wang Qi was taken aback: "What the heck, senior, who are you? There were two souls in this ring from the very beginning, right? Do you know the old man who passed me the 'Great Luo Chaos Heavenly Scripture'? He seems aloof but is actually quite talkative..."

The Essence of Spiritual Energy ... ... The Exponent of Energy ... ... Tsk tsk, fortunately, there are no concepts like 'the fragmentation and solidification of the cognitive world' here, otherwise, wouldn't it be a case of one misstep leading to further mistakes. How reckless, how reckless.

The universe is boundless, the great way is elusive, yet we can rely on ourselves to gradually unravel the ultimate truths of the world

In his view, time travel is nothing but a malicious arrangement of fate

It should be noted that the operators of the land of Shenzhou form a complete system on their own, lacking the numerous letters commonly found in the equations of Earth, and even more so, the Arabic numerals

So, what exactly have I spent twenty years learning? Which scientific principle does this align with? It's fake! It's fake! I don't know anything at all!

There are some matters that Wang Qi has decided to bury deep in his heart forever. Even with Zhen Chanzi, who is already tied to him by the same rope, he absolutely cannot reveal them

This is the perfect breakthrough that countless geniuses have sought but could not attain

Then, he took another sip

It seems that I need to develop the habit of disposing of draft paper promptly in the future

Indeed, it is unlikely to break through during a meal, but what if he originally possesses the conditions for a breakthrough

In the morning, while verifying the mathematical and logical concepts learned in his past life, he wrote down several equations on a piece of draft paper

Wang Qi replied seriously: "Aren't you usually quite talkative? Especially when I say 'this thing is a bit interesting', you always ask 'what's interesting about it' and try to distort my worldview and values"