Chapter 4, The Great Pagoda Secret

"Well, what I have cultivated is the Flame Dragon Technique, which I obtained when I acquired the spirit of the Flame Dragon statue back in the day," Mu Feng nodded and said

Hundred Sword Spirit Technique, Superior Quality at the Common Level

Quietly, our son will not be ordinary

"Is my mother's departure related to me?" Mu Chen suddenly asked

Since he became aware of his surroundings, he has not troubled Mu Feng with inquiries about his mother, and Mu Feng has similarly refrained from mentioning her. At times, it seems that both father and son have chosen to avoid discussing the person who is crucially important to them both

Mu Chen was momentarily taken aback. He extended his palm and grasped the dark-colored jade slip in his hand. As his gaze swept across it, he noticed that the rough surface of the jade slip revealed some indistinct characters.

Mu Chen played with the jade slip for a moment, then took out the other two rolls. These two spiritual techniques were named "Zhen Tian Jue" and "Ju Ling Jian," both classified as low-grade spiritual level.

Mu Chen, upon hearing this, also walked over with some curiosity. He then took out a jade slip from the jade box. This jade slip was entirely translucent and felt warm to the touch, clearly indicating that it was not an ordinary item

Are you really going to choose it?" Mu Feng fell silent for a moment and said

Mu Chen hesitated, his palm hovering over the three jade scrolls, ultimately resting on the one titled "Gathering Spirit Mirror." Although this spiritual technique is not adept at offense, it is quite effective for laying a solid foundation.

Mu Chen's body involuntarily trembled slightly, murmuring a word that was somewhat unfamiliar yet stirred his heart. It seemed he had never seen his mother, yet faintly, deep within his heart, there existed a vague but profoundly gentle shadow.

Breaking the Mountain Classic, a superior grade item

The Great Pagoda Secret

Mu Feng stared blankly at the youthful face of the determined boy, a wave of bittersweet emotion surged in his chest, causing his eyes to redden slightly, and finally he nodded emphatically

"You little rascal, you have quite the ambition. These three volumes of spiritual techniques were obtained by your father at the cost of his life," Mu Feng said with a smile as he noticed Mu Chen's gaze directed towards the three jade boxes.

Mu Chen nodded and said, "I don't know why, but I always feel that if I don't choose it, I will regret it. Father, what exactly is the origin of this spiritual formula?"

... ...

Mufeng did not provide a direct answer; he simply gently rubbed Muchen's head with his large hand and self-deprecatingly said, "It is your father who lacks the ability to keep you and your mother together"

Mu Chen caressed the jade slip, hesitated for a moment, and finally could not help but ask the question he had most wanted to know over the years. In his childhood, he had carved many wooden sculptures, all identical, yet lacking a clear visage, for the original form of those sculptures was the gentle shadow that flickered in the depths of his heart.

The Flame Dragon Technique... Mu Chen glanced over the jade slip, a hint of surprise flashing in his eyes: "Is it actually a low-grade spiritual technique?"

Mu Chen looked at Mu Feng with confusion, but was momentarily taken aback. At that moment, the latter was gazing at the dark jade slip in his hand with a somewhat complex expression, filled with gentle nostalgia.

Mu Chen gazed brightly with his black eyes at the stone chamber before him. As the Lord of the Mu Domain, Mu Feng was considered one of the formidable figures in the Northern Spirit Realm, and the resources accumulated over the years were certainly not insignificant

This jade slip was left by your mother; to be precise, it was meant for you. However, she also mentioned that if you did not choose it, then it should remain sealed away forever.

Mother

The dazzling array of spiritual techniques filled Mu Chen's eyes. Although most of them were of the mortal level, Mu Chen understood that if these techniques were to be taken out, they would certainly provoke a scramble among many. Mu Feng's collection is not considered ordinary in the Northern Spirit and the Library Realm.

Mu Chen's palm hovered above the "Gathering Spirit Mirror". However, just as he was about to make a choice, he felt a slight stir in his heart for reasons unknown. His gaze inadvertently drifted a little, and then, in the shadow of the three jade boxes, he saw a dark jade slip covered in dust.

"Father?" Mu Chen called out, raising the jade slip in his hand. "What kind of spiritual technique is this? Why is the rank not specified?"

What is this

Mu Chen gazed at the vague four characters, a hint of confusion passing through his eyes, as it surprisingly did not specify the rank of the Spirit Technique

Mother should still be here, right? Where is she...?

Mufeng slowly followed behind Mu Chen, allowing him to choose from the numerous spiritual techniques available here

Have you made your choice? These three spiritual techniques are all equally matched. You may select one for your cultivation, and in the future, if you find a more suitable technique, you can switch to it." Mu Feng said with a faint smile from the side

Mu Chen furrowed his brow, his palm rubbing against the black jade slip. After a moment of silence, he smiled and said, "I want it."

Mu Feng's body paused for a moment as he stared at Mu Feng, who was also locking eyes with him. The youthful face of the boy, at this moment, bore a hint of stubbornness.

Mu Chen played with the jade slip for a moment before putting it down, clearly showing little interest. He then strolled deeper inside, occasionally picking up a scroll, but soon after, he would put it back down again

After wandering for quite some time, Mu Chen finally arrived at the depths of the stone chamber, yet he still could not find the coveted spiritual formula. He then raised his head and looked towards the last stone shelf, where three open jade boxes were placed.

Mu Feng looked at the jade slip with a complex expression. After a long while, he finally let out a long sigh, gave a bitter smile, and murmured in a voice only he could hear: "Jing, you truly are your father's son"

Common-grade middle-tier spiritual technique, Fire Cloud Skill

"It's just an ordinary spiritual technique, you may choose another one." Mu Feng withdrew his gaze and said slowly

I really want, I really want, how I long for the family to be reunited. Mu Feng raised his head, murmuring softly, filled with endless longing.

Mu Chen was somewhat reluctant to part with these three jade slips, and for a moment, he hesitated on what choice to make

Mu Chen blinked his eyes. Generally speaking, spiritual techniques can be categorized into various types such as cultivation techniques, offensive techniques, defensive techniques, and so on. These types of spiritual techniques are further divided into three levels: divine level, spiritual level, and mortal level. Each level is also subdivided into upper, middle, and lower grades. The current Fire Cloud Technique is a middle-grade cultivation technique of the mortal level.

Mu Chen tightly clenched his hand, the rough dark jade slip in his palm radiating a warm temperature. After a long while, he looked up and smiled slightly at Mu Feng: "I have chosen it, Father. Rest assured, I will accomplish what you could not. If you trust me, one day I will reunite our family, and no one will be able to stop it"

I once made an effort, but... I still failed, I apologize

He is very clear about the value of the Spirit Level Spirit Formula; if it were to be auctioned, it would likely fetch no less than one million Spirit Coins

You have always been the person she cares about the most; for you, she is willing to give up everything

Mu Chen silently nodded, a radiant smile blossoming on his youthful face: "Father wishes to see Mother again, doesn't he?"

Each wooden carving embodies a thread of longing and remembrance

The matter concerning your mother is quite complex; informing you now would be of no help. However, if you truly wish to know, then cultivate it. When you have cultivated it to a certain level, you will naturally come to understand. Mu Feng remained silent for a long time, and finally, he slowly clenched his palms together, his gaze fixed intensely on Mu Chen.

As for his father, Mu Chen was not the least bit courteous. He quickly walked into the stone chamber and casually picked up a jade slip. With a glance, he saw luminous characters appearing on the jade slip