I have a Tantric panel

come back to the office.

Xia En once again plunged headlong into interpreting "Heart Lake".

For him, Clara's matter was just a minor incident.

It would be best to obtain [Soul Points], but it doesn't matter if you can't.

[Analysis] The path of art seems more stable at present.

It's a bit tough on the liver.

We must grasp both aspects firmly; that's the only way to succeed!

Moreover, Clara had used that mysterious item before.

If the image of "Heart Lake" hadn't appeared in my mind, it's hard to say what the outcome would have been.

Shane suspected that there might be other secrets hidden in the painting.

[Progress of the analysis: 13%...15%...17%...]

Ara returned once during the journey.

Seeing that Xia En was so engrossed, she did not disturb her, but simply left a note on the table next to her.

[Analysis Progress: 22%]

[Rationality: 0 (1%)]

When the rational value finally turns positive.

Xia En stopped.

"Hmm... what's this?"

He glanced at the note on the table and realized that Professor Aurora had been there.

The note had a very short serial number on it:

A13.

Xia En turned his head and looked at the bookshelf behind the desk.

He had helped Professor Aurora find books before, so he naturally knew the meaning of these serial numbers.

Thirteen books to the right from the top shelf, an old book with a worn cover was pulled out, with a Latin phrase written on its spine.

Meditor (I ponder)

Turning to the title page, one finds that almost all the text in the book is written in Latin.

Fortunately, today, Shane has successfully made a breakthrough in Latin (1), and normal reading and writing is no longer a problem.

This book tells the story in obscure terms:

Behind the known material world lies a vast veil.

Those unknowable, beyond common sense things, are hidden behind a veil, watching the ignorant on the other side.

Following that, the book mentioned a concept—

Nine Pillar Gods.

There are nine pillar gods in the world. They sit high above the curtain, wielding different powers and closely related to the nine paths of the Tao.

The path can be understood as the road or route to the extraordinary.

Choosing different paths is like embarking on different professions, and the power gained will also be different.

Upon seeing this, Shane immediately understood Aurora's intention in having him read the book.

If Professor Aurora's previous remarks were merely hints and indirect suggestions...

Now, Aura is formally teaching Shane about the knowledge of "the other side" of the veil.

And these common-sense principles are undoubtedly the first step!

During the reading process.

A passage in the book caught Xia En's attention.

The nine pillar gods are not static.

As times change, the old pillar gods disappear into history, and new pillar gods take the stage.

The path to enlightenment is the same.

In just a few words, Xia En felt a chill run down his spine.

The Nine Pillars Gods that people know today are not the original Nine Pillars Gods.

The names of the gods of the past seem to have been forgotten by mortals.

It's as if... the past has been altered.

Xia En took a deep breath.

Suppress some of the more alarming speculations.

Keep reading.

Ancient books introduce common cultivation methods for various paths of Taoism.

Echoing the Path—Breathing Techniques;

The Path to Ascension – Body Tempering Technique;

The Path of Silence—The Abstinence from Words…

It is worth mentioning that.

These practices were originally intended only for specific paths, but in modern times, such strict restrictions have been removed.

in other words.

Once the relevant knowledge is mastered, any extraordinary individual from any path can practice any form of cultivation.

This book focuses on describing two types of spiritual practices.

These are breathing techniques and meditation techniques.

The former involves using breathing to trap ether from the air within the body, which is then guided and accumulated.

Meditation, on the other hand, is relatively complex and dangerous.

Essentially, it involves directly communicating with intangible things using one's spirituality, thereby refining one's spirituality and strengthening oneself in the process.

There are many branches of meditation nowadays.

For example, the "fire observation method" in the path of seeking truth;

The "locking method" of the doorway.

But the book most highly recommends a meditation method called "deep diving".

The meditator should imagine himself in a deep body of water, his mind gradually sinking to its limit.

Consciousness will be purified in this process, and reason will become clearer.

Each time you delve deeper, it means your spirituality has grown stronger than before.

Upon reading this, Xia En immediately thought of a painting titled "Heart Lake".

During his interpretation, he had similar feelings to this description.

In retrospect, this was by no means a coincidence.

Any form of spiritual practice is a secret transmission, and written records often cannot accurately capture its essence.

[Remember this! Beginning cultivation with only a superficial understanding will only lead to being hunted by forbidden knowledge and becoming a shadow behind the veil.]

[For beginners who wish to practice deep meditation, seek out the painting titled "Heart Lake."]

I left the secret teachings there!

As he closed the book, Shane's breathing was still somewhat rapid, and his heart was beating fast.

Only after today did he truly glimpse a corner behind the curtain.

Previously, it was just hovering outside the curtain.

It took me some time to digest this information.

Xia En turned to look at "Heart Lake," where the lake water remained as deep and still as ever.

At that moment, a new realization dawned on him.

This meditation method reminded him of the "visualization method" in some fantasy novels from his previous life.

By visualizing a picture or an object, one can comprehend techniques or sword intent.

Similar concepts exist in Sanskrit.

Is this another way of achieving the same goal through different paths?

"Next, once I've deciphered this painting, I estimate I'll be able to truly master the deep meditation technique."

Shane couldn't help but think of giving the painting to his Professor Aurora.

Her intention was clear: she hoped to master this secret technique as soon as possible.

Not only that, she even prepared the accompanying documents.

For a moment, Xia En was filled with gratitude.

The professor's kindness can never be repaid!

It was getting late.

Xia En quickly tidied up the desk, locked the door, and hurriedly went to find Ronan.

Today is a day of double celebration, so it's worth having a big meal!

……

……

"Shane, are you serious?"

He was half-pushed and half-pulled to a well-known pub near the university, Ronan's chubby face filled with surprise.

Having known Xia En for so long, this was the first time he had ever been "treated" to a meal!

"Oh dear, didn't I say I'd treat you last time? Why are you so surprised?"

"I thought you were joking..."

Ronan was still a little dazed when he suddenly realized, "Wait a minute, where did you get this money?"

"Could she have gone to sell her body?"

It has to be said that with Xia En's looks, she does have a certain market appeal among some people in the capital.

"Get out! Get out! Get out!"

Xia En laughed in exasperation.

He offered a brief explanation: "Don't worry, it's money earned through legal channels."

Ronan breathed a sigh of relief, but his gaze toward Shane was still somewhat strange.

He realized that, without knowing when it started, he was beginning to lose sight of his friend.

Right now, he can't figure out how Xia En made his money.

Ronan was a carefree person and didn't pursue the matter further: "Since you're treating, I'm going to have a big meal."

Eat as much as you like!

Ronan excitedly ordered several elaborate dishes, but then he remembered something.

"Oh, by the way, don't forget the dinner tomorrow. I'll pick you up at 6:30."

"understood."

Xia En nodded, a hint of anticipation rising in his heart.

Will you meet a benefactor who will bring you [Soul Points] at the banquet?