Chapter 5: Decoding the Treasure Book

Shen Junhuai did not know what to say, only vowing in his heart to repay Uncle Huan more in the future

The first paragraph discusses the essential process of bone cleansing and marrow purging that must be undertaken before practicing martial arts, followed by the elixir formula for the bone cleansing and marrow purging liquid

Shen Junhuai excitedly rubbed his hands together while pacing back and forth in the room, murmuring incessantly, appearing almost frenzied. This was because, regardless of whether he possessed the spiritual root or not, there was still a method for planting spiritual roots in the final segment. It could be said that the greatest obstacle to cultivating higher-level techniques had now been removed.

I was unable to sleep all night

Because the appearance of the tadpole characters is too similar to each other, and Shen Junhuai was concerned about translation errors, he only finished the translation work when he realized that day had already broken.

The unparalleled nature of "Iron Xuan Golden Talisman" can be discerned from this celestial-level cultivation method

The only flaw of this cultivation method is its slow progression, divided into three stages: early, middle, and late for the first transformation, and into one stage for the second transformation. The difficulty of the early stage is three times that of ordinary cultivation methods, while the subsequent stages are six times and twelve times more difficult, respectively. One can imagine the arduousness of the cultivation process.

"Hehe, you are worried about the Spirit Source Stone, right? Don't worry, uncle has a way," Shen Yihuan saw through Shen Junhuai's little concern. "Having practiced medicine for so many years, I have also accumulated quite a few elixirs, and I still have some second and third-grade ones. It is important to know that on all martial continents, sometimes elixirs are much more valuable than Spirit Source Stones.

"The "Iron Xuan Golden Talisman" is a manual of cultivation techniques. It records the divine-level techniques of the immortal realm, truly an invaluable treasure. If leaked, even a single incantation could bring about a fatal disaster for you!"

The "Nine Transformations of the Heart Method" is merely the heart method section of the entire book; of course, there will also be various techniques, alchemy methods, and artifact refining methods

The second paragraph describes this as the "Nine Transformations Heart Method," a celestial-level technique, and not the divine-level technique mentioned by Mr. Liu. In fact, Mr. Liu is unaware that there are only five levels of techniques: human, yellow, mysterious, earth, and heaven. The human level refers to the cultivation methods of secular martial artists such as the Shen family. The celestial-level technique merely indicates that the strength achieved varies according to the practitioner's realm; thus, those who reach a higher celestial-level technique will step into the divine path and attain great success

They randomly entered the pharmacy with Shen Yihuan to take stock of the quantity and types of medicinal materials needed, and then borrowed a horse-drawn cart from the supervisor of the outer hospital. The two of them then headed towards Pingdu City.

Mr. Liu pointed to the bamboo slips he had taken from the bookshelf and said, "Do you see that the tadpole-shaped characters are similar to the script on the metal plates? This is the Stone Drum Script. Unfortunately, I only recognize a few characters and cannot translate it for you. Why do we say this is a page from the 'Iron Xuan Golden Talisman'? It is because the appearance of the 'Iron Xuan Golden Talisman' has allowed later generations to understand the material of this book, and moreover, no other book has used this material before."

"Perhaps I should accompany you for the procurement, as I can hardly wait," Shen Junhuai did not mention the costs, as there were several precious medicinal materials involved, which would undoubtedly be expensive. Uncle Huan's salary was not more than that of his own family. It seems I need to return and discuss with my mother how to raise the funds for this batch.

The next morning, upon waking, Shen Junhuai had already seen Shen Yihuan in the southwest room, who had long prepared the bone cleansing and marrow washing liquid. The two embraced above the large medicinal basin, where smoke swirled and the hot air carried a strong fragrance of herbs.

What shocked Shen Junhuai the most was the description of the Nine Transformations. The first transformation corresponds to the peak strength of the same realm, the second transformation reaches the third level of the same realm, the third transformation reaches the sixth level, the fourth transformation reaches the twelfth level... and so on. This martial art is truly against the heavens

Shen Junhuai felt a secret joy in his heart, wondering if it was due to a stroke of good fortune yesterday that all the good things were coming his way

"This is spirit crystal ore, it is also a treasure," Mr. Liu said, looking at Shen Junhuai with surprise.

What aspect does this book discuss

By the time Shen Junhuai returned to the outer courtyard of the Shen residence, the sky had begun to darken. After greeting his mother and discussing the specific implementation plan for moving out of the Shen family, Shen Junhuai eagerly returned to his small room in the outer residence, carefully taking out the "Records of Extraordinary Objects" for study.

Then... before Shen Junhuai could ask, he noticed Shen Yihuan giving him frequent signals. Mr. Liu, oblivious, clearly had not yet recovered from his excitement: "This is the legendary treasure, I also saw it in the ancestral bamboo slips. Young man, you must take care to preserve it. Unfortunately, I have yet to hear of any place that can decipher this script. I see that you are a person of great fortune, and great fortune signifies great destiny; I believe you will also possess great abilities. Young man, you must take care to preserve it. Unfortunately, I have yet to hear of any place that can decipher this script. I see that you are a person of great fortune, and great fortune signifies great destiny; I believe you will also possess great abilities. Remember, do not let it be known to outsiders!

Shen Junhuai took out the cracked stone again

In his final farewell, Mr. Liu firmly declined the identification spirit stone presented by Shen Yihuan, stating that Shen Junhuai was not an ordinary person, but a remarkable individual with grand aspirations. He wished to establish a good relationship. Upon hearing this, Shen Junhuai could not help but feel a sense of self-satisfaction.

The concept of cultivating the vital energy has two fundamental aspects: the first is clarity and emptiness, and the second is transformation and shedding. Achieving clarity and emptiness leads to the absence of obstacles, while transformation and shedding result in the absence of hindrances. When there are no hindrances and no obstacles, one can begin to enter and exit the state of meditation. Understanding this provides a foundation for advancing on the path. The term clarity and emptiness refers to the process of washing the marrow; transformation and shedding refer to the practice of changing the tendons. Furthermore, the practice of changing the tendons pertains to the bones and muscles of the human body, which are inherited from birth. If a person lacks clarity and emptiness internally and has obstacles, and externally lacks solidity and has hindrances, how can they be permitted to enter the path? Therefore, one must prioritize the practice of changing the tendons to strengthen the body and enhance the internal to support the external. Otherwise, the attainment of the path will be difficult to expect.

Along the way, Shen Yihuan also expressed his admiration for Shen Junhuai's fortunate opportunities and explained the reasons for advising him to speak less. This was because both the Stone Drum inscriptions and the "Tie Xuan Jin Lu" were detailed in the "Records of Extraordinary Objects", which made Shen Junhuai more acutely aware of the uniqueness and preciousness of the "Records of Extraordinary Objects"

As dawn broke, Shen Junhuai hurried to Shen Yihuan's residence with the copied secret formula for the bone cleansing and marrow washing liquid. Without waiting to knock on the door, he called out, "Uncle Huan, Uncle Huan," while climbing over the courtyard wall. Shen Yihuan was both amused and exasperated, though the joy he felt was predominant. After receiving the formula and examining it carefully, he noted that the required spiritual herbs were not too rare. Among them, the "Sulfur Red Stone," the century-old "Blood Nourishing Herb," and the three-hundred-year-old "Three Branches Nine Leaves Herb" were relatively scarce, but they could still be procured at a high price. After receiving the formula and examining it carefully, he noted that the required spiritual herbs were not too rare. Among them, the "Sulfur Red Stone," the century-old "Blood Nourishing Herb," and the three-hundred-year-old "Three Branches Nine Leaves Herb" were relatively scarce, but they could still be procured at a high price

"Give me three days to prepare," Shen Yihuan said

That is a spirit stone used by the cultivators above, and the refined spiritual energy is a hundred times that of a top-grade spirit stone. This piece you have is merely an extension of the outer layer of a spirit crystal mine; only by finding such stones can one locate the true crystal mine.

I found that large chapter about writing, which indeed contains detailed records of the Stone Drum inscriptions. Based on the tadpole script on the metal pieces, I translated it word by word in conjunction with the "Records of Strange and Wonderful Things".

The "Records of Extraordinary Objects" does not mention who created it, but it can be certain that it was made by a being of divine power, perhaps even at the level of a creator. "I suppose I can consider myself a disciple of this divine being's legacy," Shen Junhuai thought with a sly smile.

What is Lingjing

Three days later, all the medicinal ingredients on the prescription were prepared. The two of them hurried back with the horse-drawn cart overnight. That night, Shen Junhuai did not return home but stayed at Uncle Huan's house.