Chapter 39

Chapter 39

That aura of the sliver is peaceful, although it contains a slightly heavy sensation within it. This is a true earth element spirit energy. The five elements form the fundamentals of the universe, and the same goes for the cultivators of the center continent as well. The talent for the respective elements dictated on the Five Elemental Divine Compass limits ones possible future paths as a cultivator, as well as their estimated upper limit in it.

This scant earth element spirit energy circulates a round around his meridians before gathering in his dantian qihai. For a cultivator, regardless of what realm one is in, such uninteresting daily cultivation forms the foundations of his training. Just that, when Lu Chen examines the results of his training in his dantian, he cant help but feel helpless.

Dantian -> An acupoint| Qihai -> spirit sea

Perhaps, throughout the course of ten years, the Curse of Black Flames had caused massive damage to his body, causing the roots of the reborn Five Elemental Divine Compass to be far too lacking. He might still able to cultivate, but the ability to attract spirit energy and the speed of his cultivation are disappointing. In fact, he might not even be able to compare up to an ordinary newcomer.

The only thing positive about the situation is that the earth element spirit energy that Lu Chen absorbed is much more pure and dense in terms of quality. However, this isnt something to be surprised about. After all, only the Earth Divine Pillar is left on his Five Elemental Divine Compass. This means that he is only capable of absorbing earth element spirit energy, and naturally, it is easier for it to be pure.

In reality, based on his prior knowledge, someone with roots like his, due to their overly weak foundations, tend to be unable to join any cultivator sect to train under them. Typically, a normal cultivator disciple will at least possess divine pillars of two elements with them. Furthermore, the quality of each individual pillar must not be too lacking, and only then can they barely meet the prerequisites to be considered to be worthy of grooming. As for those who carry three or four divine pillar, they are considered as talented individuals with powerful roots, and the upper limits of their cultivation are likely to be extremely high. On the other hand, those who possess all five of the Five Elemental Divine Pillar are rare genius-level figures, even when put against the entire world.

These thoughts flash across his mind. Then, Lu Chen chuckles softly self-deprecatingly. However, he isnt too upset about it. Perhaps, to him, the current situation is already much better than he had expected.

Except for the existence of the dark side.

The smile on the corner of his lips disappears and in its place is solemnity. Silently sitting in this lonely and quiet straw cottage, the Five Element Divine Compass in his dantian qihai starts moving. Gradually rotating about its axis, a shade of black silently reveals on it and soon, the dark side of it can be seen.

When the flicker of black flame appears, darkness suddenly spreads outwards into the surroundings. In an instant, Lu Chens entire dantian qihai darkens into a deep black ocean. At this instant, a peculiar desolate aura exudes fleetingly from within his body.

Lu Chen is conscious.

He is well-aware of the changes occurring within his body, although he could not comprehend or fathom why such a bizarre change would occur with his body. He holds his breath, and after a moment, as though cultivating normally, he tries to absorb the spirit energy from the heavens and earths via this dark dantian to see whether he is capable of cultivating in this state.

Ding Dang smiles, Theres no need. I will be fine alone.

Lu Chen asks, Why would you head there for no apparent reason? It takes a whole day to go up and down from there, not to mention the fatigue one would accumulate.

Ding Dang replies, Im there for the scenery. The scenery at the Dragon Lake is beautiful.

To climb the towering mountain within a short span of a few days just to view the scenery by the lake? Lu Chen is silent for a moment. In the end, he doesnt say anything. Instead, he simply chuckles, Then, be careful. If it gets late, light a torch and wave it about. If I see it, I will head upwards to fetch you.

Ding Dang smiles, her smile alluring and moving, Thank you, but I probably wont need it.

After which, she continues walking towards the mountain. When she is a distance away from the straw cottage, she suddenly hears Lu Chens voice from behind, Right, Ding Dang, I have a question for you.

Ding Dang turns over and asks, Yes?

When you were at the Dragon Lake the previous time, did you see any mysterious large fish?

Ding Dang shakes her head and chuckles, Of course not. The Dragon Lake was how it always was, there isnt any mysterious fish inside. Where did you hear those unreliable rumors from?

Lu Chen shrugs, Is that so? I guess I was fooled by someone. Haha, its nothing, go ahead.

Ding Dang responds with a smile before she turns around and continues treading upwards. Lu Chen watches as her silhouette slowly disappears in the midst of the mountainous paths and the spirit tea trees. Then, he lifts his head and gazes musingly at the distant peak of the tea mountain. However, he soon shakes his head lightly and turns around to walk down the mountain, towards the village below.

The clear stream is still as transparent as it is, the base of which clear to see. Just like any other day, it flows quietly and peacefully. Accompanied with the towering bamboo and greenery on both banks, it is reminiscent of a painting.

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