Chapter 6, The Purple Cloud Treasure Record

Yang Tianwen has little interest in power, status, wealth, or jewelry, as these things seem to him to be within easy reach and readily obtainable. What Yang Tianwen seeks is challenge, the exploration and interpretation of the unknown. The emergence of the celestial disk of fate presents a profound and intriguing challenge, and additionally, the legendary cultivation method that can lead to immortality has further piqued Yang Tianwen's great interest

From the "Zixiao Baolu," the first line of the incantation for building a tomb and cultivating energy was read from beginning to end, up to the point that Yang Tianwen could comprehend. Having never practiced before, he would not recklessly rush into cultivation. The first step is to understand. Classical Chinese is certainly not a problem for Yang Tianwen, as he studied archaeology and has a hobby of collecting ancient books, ensuring his proficiency in classical texts. After understanding, the next step is to analyze. The foundational cultivation method in the "Zixiao Baolu" emphasizes completely unblocking every meridian in the body, as well as all 365 major acupoints and numerous minor acupoints, establishing a complete circulation between heaven and earth. Yang Tianwen had previously read a book on www.hetushu.com that stated the human body is a universe. At that time, he was somewhat skeptical, but now he realizes that indeed, the human body is remarkably complex.

"Alright, your wishes have been granted. Before your soul departs, you shall be the sole master of the celestial compass of fate. We shall meet again next time," the old man said before transforming into nothingness and dissipating. At the same time, the compass also transformed into a beam of light, rushing towards the back of Yang Tianwen's left hand.

The theory has been understood quite well, and the next step is practice. However, Yang Tian is aware of his own circumstances; he can be certain that he is by no means a prodigy in cultivation, and his aptitude is even more ordinary than ordinary. Nevertheless, in the 21st century, success relies not on physical strength but on intellect, so there is nothing more to say. However, being here does bring some frustration

Just as Yang Tianwen was about to say something, a sudden wave of intense pain and dizziness struck him, causing him to fall to the ground without knowing anything.

It took three months to develop a sense of energy, which made Yang Tianwen feel somewhat fortunate. The book states that those with superior aptitude can achieve it in a day, while those with lesser aptitude may take a year. Although he did not accomplish it in a day, he certainly did not take a year, right? Three months can be considered quite excellent.

Uncertain how much time had passed, Yang Tianwen finally got up from the ground, cleared his mind, and carefully confirmed that he was not dreaming. Suddenly, he became aware of a foul odor emanating from his body. Upon inspection, he discovered that he was covered in a thick layer of black, filthy, and stinking mud, the origin of which he could not ascertain

Interest, Yang Tianwen was greatly intrigued by this discovery. He has always approached the unknown with immense enthusiasm and even an obsessive thirst for knowledge.

Although reluctant to waste water, at this moment, he could not care less and took a comfortable bath, also washing his clothes. He casually made a set of garments from leaves to wear over the old ones, as there was no one around. After hanging the clothes to dry, Yang Tianwen finally felt the changes in his body and discovered a compass tattoo on the back of his left hand

After considering for less than three minutes, Yang Tianwen resolutely embarked on his journey of cultivation and seeking the Dao, beginning his own legend

Yang Tianwen patiently read through the precautions of "The Path of Freedom" carefully, gaining a general understanding of the way of cultivation. As it is said, for mortals to cultivate, transcending the cycle of life and death to achieve the state of a carefree immortal is indeed an act against the heavens, fraught with many taboos and cautions. The most critical taboo is the indiscriminate killing of innocents, creating boundless sins. One must accumulate merits and so forth. After reviewing and noting everything down, Yang Tianwen thought it wise to remain humble, acknowledging his ignorance and the need for a more open-minded approach.

The "Record of the Purple Night" is divided into five parts: "The Path of Freedom," "Strange Objects," "Secrets of Alchemical Tools," "Ten Volumes of Formation Path," and the most mysterious "Three Thousand Methods." The only sections that can be seen in detail are the comprehensive outline of "The Path of Freedom" and about ten sentences on cultivation methods, as well as the densely packed records in "Strange Objects." The other parts, including the subsequent formulas of "The Path of Freedom," are all shrouded in mist and cannot be revealed.

As light as a swallow, one could describe a book in this way, making the entire person feel exceptionally relaxed. If one were to say that the present state is normal, then the past felt as if one were burdened with countless heavy objects. Why is this the case? Yang Tian could not provide a detailed explanation, but he could affirm that it is inextricably linked to the celestial wheel of fate.

The cultivation methods are one thing, but the various unheard-of spiritual herbs, peculiar treasures, extraordinary materials, and divine beasts recorded in the chapter on strange objects opened Yang Tianwen's eyes even wider. Each item is accompanied by illustrations that provide an immersive experience, making it almost as good as seeing them in person. Unfortunately, the only limitation is that one can only look but not touch. This greatly expanded Yang Tianwen's knowledge. His exceptionally high intelligence and photographic memory allowed him to meticulously record all of them.

Yang Tianwen did not notice that at this moment he truly felt as if he had been struck by a tremendous opportunity. Even though Yang Tianwen was a genius with an IQ exceeding 240 and was highly skilled in emotional self-control, he still found it somewhat difficult to maintain his composure. Of course, part of the reason was the realization that he had indeed obtained the legendary celestial fate, but more so, it was the excitement of encountering something intriguing worthy of research.

After finishing the notes, Yang Tianwen couldn't help but feel a headache coming on; wasn't this just too much? In fact, most of it consisted of guidance and key points regarding cultivation. After reading through these, Yang Tianwen truly lamented that cultivation was indeed extremely difficult, akin to embarking on a road of no return, where even the slightest misstep could lead to the annihilation of one's soul.

After resolving his hunger, Yang Tianwen climbed into the tree hollow and eagerly began to interpret the thoughts in his mind. Without needing any guidance, Yang Tianwen naturally focused his mind, concentrating all his awareness within.

The four large characters "Zi Xiao Bao Lu" seemed to float before his eyes, written in small seal script. Below was its true content, which was referred to by the one guided by the celestial wheel of fate as the most miraculous cultivation method he knew, deeply captivating Yang Tianwen's curiosity

However, no matter how gloomy it may be, one must continue to cultivate! It can only be done gradually. Three months pass quickly, and what makes Yang Tianwen happy is that he has finally begun to feel the so-called Qi sensation. Cultivating Qi, indeed, is about cultivating Qi. This first step is still about developing oneself, rather than immediately absorbing the spiritual energy of heaven and earth.