One person: Lu Jin, do I look like your master?

Although the "Meditation Mantra" is a tradition passed down through the Celestial Master's Mansion, it is not a closely guarded secret. It is not unreasonable for you to observe it.

"Thank you for your help, Celestial Master!"

Wang Xuan's heart stirred, and he cupped his hands in a respectful gesture of thanks.

Chapter 46 The Sensation Caused by Old Tian

Deep in the forest, moonlight was cut into tiny spots by the layers of tree canopy, falling on Wang Xuan, who sat cross-legged on a thick branch.

Dressed in white, he seemed to blend into his surroundings in the quiet night, yet he exuded a unique aura of transcendence.

He held in his hand the thin yet extraordinary booklet, a gift from the old master—"The Mantra of Tranquility."

My fingertips traced the slightly rough pages, and the ink seemed to contain a kind of tranquil power.

Wang Xuan's gaze was calm as he read and contemplated each word and phrase, his mind completely immersed in this profound incantation.

Although this divine incantation is neither a technique for killing nor a method for achieving immortality, in Wang Xuan's view, its value is in no way inferior to any powerful secret technique.

It points directly to the root of the mind and spirit, and is the supreme treasure for refining one's "sexual" skills. For someone of his level, it is the perfect opportunity to make up for his shortcomings.

Having reached the pinnacle of the Reverse Life Triple Realm, one's physical body is nearly innate Qi, but the tempering of the mind requires constant perseverance. This "Mind-Calming Mantra" has come at just the right time.

After a long while, he gently closed the booklet, his eyes slightly closed, and every word and every rhythm of the incantation was clearly imprinted deep in his mind.

Then, he released a slight force from his palm, and the gentle yet precise flow of Qi instantly shattered the booklet into dust. A night breeze blew it away, and it vanished without a trace.

He looked up toward the main peak of Longhu Mountain. Although it was obscured by heavy trees, he could still feel the various kinds of Qi surging in that area.

The Luo Tian Grand Ceremony, this grand event in the world of extraordinary beings, is gradually reaching its climax.

"Next, we just have to wait for Baron and Xia Liuqing to arrive!"

Wang Xuan muttered to himself in a low voice, calm and even, as if he were talking about a trivial matter that had nothing to do with him.

He had already achieved his main objective for this trip. The turmoil caused by Tian Jinzhong's recovery was irrelevant to him; that was a situation that the Old Master needed to deal with.

The next step is to contact specific individuals within the Quanxing sect and obtain the "Six Treasuries Immortal Thief" information they require.

He declined the comfortable room arranged by the old master, not out of politeness, but because he genuinely preferred this wild forest. Here, undisturbed, the natural energy of heaven and earth was at its most abundant.

With each breath, the fragrance of grass and trees permeates the air, and the rustling of leaves in the wind fills the ears, occasionally accompanied by the faint chirping of insects and the calls of animals in the distance.

This state of being integrated with nature is itself a cleansing and spiritual practice for the mind, which coincides with his purpose of studying the "Meditation Mantra" at this moment.

He slowly closed his eyes, ceasing to think deliberately, letting his mind drift away and resonate with the world around him.

For the next two days, Wang Xuan truly seemed to become part of the forest, remaining in this area for quiet cultivation.

When hungry, he would pick some wild fruit; when thirsty, he would drink from mountain springs, completely immersed in his initial understanding of the "Meditation Mantra" and in adjusting himself.

However, Tian Jinzhong's sudden recovery caused a huge stir in the outside world.

An elderly man who had lost all four limbs and been bedridden for decades miraculously recovered overnight, with his hands and feet regenerated.

Even though Longhu Mountain tried its best to suppress the news, it was ultimately impossible to completely hide it from all those who were interested, especially during this sensitive period when the Celestial Master's Mansion was a gathering place for extraordinary individuals from all walks of life.

The news was like a boulder thrown into a calm lake, creating ripples that spread rapidly.

Those in the know were all horrified and speculated about the extraordinary means behind it all.

Among them, the most vehement reaction came from Lü Ci, one of the Ten Elders. This head of the Lü family, known as the "mad dog," turned extremely grim upon hearing the news.

He knew better than anyone how serious Tian Jinzhong's injuries were; they were old wounds from decades ago, which even the renowned physician Wang Zizhong couldn't treat back then. How could they have healed now?

The first thing that came to his mind was one of the Eight Extraordinary Skills – Dual-Handed Technique.

Unable to contain himself, he immediately went to find the old Celestial Master. Although he maintained his reverence for the Supreme Being in his words, his eagerness and inquiry were hard to conceal.

"Old Celestial Master, is Brother Tian's matter... true? Who... who is behind this?"

Lu Ci's gaze was sharp as a knife, trying to discern some clues from the old Celestial Master's face.

The old Celestial Master remained as calm and collected as ever, stroking his beard and chuckling.

"Lu Ci, he has been suffering from a serious illness in Jinzhong for many years. Now he has recovered. It is a blessing from heaven and a good thing for Longhu Mountain. As for the specifics, perhaps it is the work of our ancestral master."

These almost perfunctory lies made Lü Ci's eyes twitch.

The ancestral master manifested his power? What a joke! If it were truly so miraculous, why would Tian Jinzhong have toiled for decades?

His anger surged, and he could barely contain his madness.

But looking into the unfathomable, calm eyes of the old master, Lü Ci ultimately forced down all his questions.

A mad dog doesn't mean he's stupid; he understands better than anyone the terrifying power and prestige of the seemingly kind old Taoist priest before him.

The old master was clearly unwilling to discuss this in detail, even resorting to such an absurd excuse, which must have involved a great deal of hidden secrets.

If you press further, it might not be as simple as just running into a brick wall.

He could only swallow his shock and resentment and leave dejectedly.

Other forces had also heard rumors to some extent, but since even Lü Ci had been rebuffed, they naturally dared not provoke the Old Celestial Master.

Everyone vaguely knew that on the night Old Tian recovered, there seemed to have been quite a commotion on the back mountain; the dazzling golden light and booming thunder were definitely not ordinary.

Only Lu Jin, this straightforward old man, asked directly during a private chat with the old Celestial Master:

"Hey, I heard that Old Tian... and there was some commotion on the back mountain last night. Are you hiding something from me?"

Upon hearing this, the old master turned his head, revealing a very strange smile. He looked Lu Jin up and down carefully, making Lu Jin feel uncomfortable and a little uneasy.

"Old Lu."

The old master spoke slowly, his tone carrying an indescribable, profound meaning.

"Some things are just not the right time yet. Don't worry, it's a good thing."

Lu Jin was baffled by the old master's nonsensical words and strange look. She asked him a few questions, but the old master just smiled and remained silent, his expression unfathomable.

Only the old master himself knew that at this moment he was like an audience member who knew the exciting script, eagerly anticipating the unfolding of the story.

He was looking forward to Lu Jin's reaction when he saw the young man in white, and to the interesting expression that would appear on Lu Jin's old face when Wang Xuan uttered the words, "He who nurtured me preserves my nature, he who imparts knowledge to me is one of three."

Just thinking about that scene made the old master feel that the slight annoyance he had felt today from dealing with inquiries from all sides had vanished, replaced by a mischievous anticipation.

"Old Lu! The real surprise is yet to come!"

Watching Lu Jin leave, looking completely bewildered, the old master stroked his beard and chuckled softly, muttering to himself with a voice full of delight at watching a good show.

Chapter 47 Three Beginnings and All Things

The outside world's turmoil, speculations, and undercurrents were all in vain for Wang Xuan, who was hiding in the nature of Longhu Mountain.

It was as if a gentle breeze had swept across the mountain rocks, leaving no trace whatsoever.

His state of mind was as clear and pure as the "Meditation Mantra" he had been repeatedly studying and practicing these past few days.

During the day, he would occasionally stroll into the venue of the Luo Tian Grand Ceremony, like a true bystander, hidden among the crowd, observing the competition among the younger generation of extraordinary individuals.

Witness Feng Shayan's ability to traverse space, Jia Zhengliang's skill in manipulating objects, Zhuge Qing's unpredictable transformations, and Zhang Chulan's forbearance and scheming.

Most of the time, especially at night, he would completely retreat to the mountains and forests, finding a secluded spot, whether it be an ancient tree branch or a green stone by a stream, to quietly cultivate his mind.

The verses of the Meditation Mantra flowed through his heart, bringing him an unprecedented experience of tranquility.

This divine incantation does not forcibly suppress distracting thoughts, but rather, like a gentle stream, it naturally washes away the dust from the heart, calming one's thoughts and allowing one to get closer to one's most primal state.

He could feel that his own Qi, which was extremely pure and powerful due to the reversal of the three stages of life, was operating more smoothly and freely in this tranquil state, with less deliberate effort and more naturalness.

The daily "check-in" continues as usual, seemingly becoming a habit. However, perhaps due to unforeseen circumstances, the gains over the past few days have mostly consisted of ordinary money or basic talisman-making techniques.

For him now, it can only be considered "better than nothing".

But he was not disappointed. The path of cultivation is long, and one cannot rely on external things for everything. One's own enlightenment and practice are the foundation.

This tranquil period of dormancy was finally broken by a ringing phone. The caller ID showed Xia Liuqing.

Wang Xuan pressed the answer button, and Xia Liuqing's unique voice, tinged with a touch of shrewdness and worldliness, came from the other end of the line:

"Hehe, kid Wang, did I disturb your meditation? Hehe, I've met up with that foreigner. There was a slight delay on the way, but I'll definitely be up the mountain tomorrow!"

Wang Xuan replied calmly, "It's alright."

"Alright! Let's meet tomorrow night in a secluded spot behind Longhu Mountain. I'll send you the exact location later."

Xia Liuqing kept talking incessantly.

"Really? Okay, I'll be on the back hill."

Wang Xuan gave a concise response and then hung up the phone.

The phone screen went dark, and silence returned to the surroundings, broken only by the sounds of wind and insects.

"finally come!"

Wang Xuan murmured to himself, a barely perceptible hint of anticipation flashing in his eyes.

The wait of the past few days had not been in vain. Baron Grylls, or rather, the "Six Treasures of the Immortal Thief" he possessed, was one of the key targets of his mission.

He put away his phone, remaining seated firmly on the treetop, but his mind was already immersed in deeper thoughts.

Whether it's the "Six Treasures Immortal Thief" he's about to encounter or the "Mind-Calming Divine Mantra" he's already obtained, their ultimate purpose is to secure his livelihood—the Triple Rebirth.

The Reverse Rebirth Triple Technique is indeed incredibly powerful, capable of transforming primordial Qi and reshaping the body, making it a top-tier skill in the Lu family and even the entire world of supernatural beings.

But from Wang Xuan's current perspective, it ultimately leans more towards the category of "technique" and "skill".

Just like after the competition at the Lu Family Compound, the Old Celestial Master pointed out the essential difference between the Reverse Life Triple Rebirth and the Golden Light Mantra.

The Golden Light Mantra, seemingly a basic protective spell, actually tempers the practitioner's "nature" and "life" at every moment during its cultivation process.

The clarity of mind and the strengthening of the life force are natural results of practicing the Golden Light Mantra. It is the true foundation for the path to the Great Way, accumulating knowledge and then unleashing its power.

The Reverse Rebirth Triple Technique focuses more on pursuing the astonishing "effect" of "reversing the innate."

While practicing it can certainly improve one's life cultivation, it is more like a "price" that must be paid or a "byproduct" that must be produced in order to activate this powerful technique.

Its core purpose is not directly aimed at consolidating and transcending the foundation of life; the improvement of life cultivation is only incidental.

This fundamental difference became particularly apparent after Wang Xuan reached the third level of the Reverse Life Triple Realm.

He possessed immense power, yet he also vaguely touched upon an invisible barrier—a subtle disharmony caused by the slight lag in his own cultivation of "life" compared to this power.

Therefore, what Wang Xuan wanted to change was precisely this situation.

He not only needs to possess powerful "skills," but also needs to make these "skills" nourish and enhance his own "life" to the extreme, forming a perfect cycle, rather than a one-way consumption.

He wanted to reverse the cultivation method, optimize the Reverse Rebirth Triple Stage, and truly transform it from a top-notch "skill" into a "path" that leads directly to the Great Dao!

Drawing on the strengths of many and fusing them into one is the optimal solution.

The "Mind-Calming Mantra" can protect the mind, cleanse distracting thoughts, prevent inner demons from invading the path of cultivation, stabilize the foundation, and make up for some deficiencies in the "sexual" cultivation of the Reverse Rebirth Triple Stage.

The "Six Treasures Immortal Thief," a unique skill that can perfectly steal and digest the vitality of heaven and earth for its own use, probably reaches an unbelievable level in nourishing and replenishing "life."

If we can unravel its mysteries, we might find a way to ensure that during the three stages of reversal of life cultivation, we not only do not damage our own foundation, but also greatly strengthen our life essence, truly making the process of "reversal of life" the process of "strengthening life"!

As for the reason why the character had the desire to eat people in the original work, Wang Xuan thought it was very likely because while the Six Treasures Immortal Thief improved 'life', the improvement on 'sex' was negligible, resulting in an imbalance between the two, which led to that side effect.

As for the highest realm of the Three Reversal of Life, Wang Xuan's thinking was even more transcendent.

He was not obsessed with pursuing a vague and ethereal "fourth level".

Lao Tzu said: "The Tao gives birth to One, One gives birth to Two, Two gives birth to Three, and Three gives birth to all things."

The number "three" is already an extreme number, representing the beginning of endless life and the evolution of all things. Reversing the cycle of birth three times, exhausting the wonders of "three," is already sufficient.

Going against the will of Heaven must eventually lead to knowing when to stop. If one attempts to transcend the "three" and pursue the illusory "four," one may end up falling into a lower realm and deviating from the ultimate truth of "following the natural way."

True perfection is not about the infinite accumulation of layers, but about continuously deepening, expanding, and perfecting the "three realms," exhausting all its possibilities, and refining it to its true ultimate limit.

Even to touch the source of the Dao, the "unity of all things." This is enough for any exceptionally talented person to dedicate their entire life to exploring.

What Wang Xuan needs to do now is to complete this "perfection".

By incorporating the mantra of tranquility and glimpsing the secrets of the six treasuries, and by using the essence of a hundred schools of thought to nourish the tree of reversal of life, its roots are allowed to penetrate deeper into the soil of the great path of life, allowing it to grow strong and tall.

As night deepened, Wang Xuan's aura grew increasingly profound and tranquil, as if in sync with the breathing of the entire forest.

He waited patiently, anticipating tomorrow night, waiting for that meeting that might open another door for him.