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Fang Lin Kong quietly infiltrated Wen Zhongda's home, but unfortunately, today was not a good day; Wen Zhongda had brought his girlfriend back. This beautiful police officer, who came from the city's criminal police force, was highly alert, which made Fang Lin Kong feel quite awkward.
Zhang Xian Ni and Wen Zhongda were childhood friends. Although they lost contact for many years after Wen Zhongda went to Kunlun for his studies, when he returned home as a skilled officer, he encountered Zhang Xian Ni, who had just graduated from the police academy and started working at the local police station. The two quickly rekindled their old flame.
For this reason, Wen Zhongda did not hesitate to fall out with Kunlun and even broke up with his ex-girlfriend, Duskaya.
Fang Lin Kong raised his hand to block Zhang Xian Ni's kick. Just as he had never confronted Ding Qingya, Wen Zhongda also concealed his true identity. Fang Lin Kong did not want to expose Wen Zhongda's real self and thus refrained from using his full abilities.
Otherwise, despite Zhang Xian Ni having once won provincial and city-level fighting championships, she would still be no match for Fang Lin Kong.
Wen Zhongda, who was a beat slow in reacting, was actually enjoying the evening breeze with his girlfriend in the courtyard. While sipping tea, he noticed the unexpected guest Fang Lin Kong. In order to maintain his usual honest and gentle image in front of his girlfriend, Wen Zhongda struggled to perform convincingly. Seeing that his girlfriend misunderstood the situation, he hesitated before loudly calling out, "Xian Ni! Don't misunderstand; this is one of my students. He's just a bit mischievous but definitely not a thief."
Zhang Xian Ni had already been sparring with Fang Lin Kong. Although the Giant Spirit Transformation made Fang Lin Kong tough and resilient, pretending not to know martial arts while being kicked around left him feeling embarrassed. Wen Zhongda had long advised him not to reveal any extraordinary abilities in front of Zhang Xian Ni. Upon hearing Wen Zhongda's intervention, Fang Lin Kong finally breathed a sigh of relief.
Upon learning it was a misunderstanding, Zhang Xian Ni felt quite embarrassed. Fang Lin Kong looked rather sunny and boyish; his casual attire was simple yet not flashy or avant-garde. He didn’t seem like a bad kid at all.
At a loss for words, Zhang Xian Ni found herself unsure of how to respond. Meanwhile, Fang Lin Kong boldly bowed deeply and exclaimed, "So this is the esteemed Madam? That kick you gave me really hurt! Next time I want to learn some skills from you!"
With just a light-hearted remark, Fang Lin Kong left Zhang Xian Ni feeling flustered and speechless. His triumphant gaze drifted toward Wen Zhongda as he thought to himself, "Let me stir the pot a few more times and see how you end up in trouble!"
Wen Zhongda hurried over and grabbed Fang Lin Kong's hand to invite him to sit down. If this kid kept talking, Zhang Xian Ni would surely get upset and look for someone to vent her frustrations on. Was there anyone more suitable than her boyfriend for that?
To avoid enduring the torture of kneeling before her wrath, Wen Zhongda made every effort to soothe both of them.
Zhang Xian Ni had tasks to carry out today and could not stay long; she soon stood up to leave. It was then that Fang Lin Kong brought up some questions regarding his training. Wen Zhongda replied irritably, "Do you think I'm some kind of all-knowing deity? I'm tired today and don't want to waste time chatting with you."
Of course, Wen Zhongda wasn't truly exhausted. Fang Lin Kong chuckled and said, "I must have interrupted someone's good time; unable to enjoy some intimate moments with your girlfriend must have left you feeling pent-up! I doubt you're tired; perhaps you're just overflowing with energy!"
Wen Zhongda's face flushed. He had indeed worked hard to persuade Zhang Xian Ni to let him indulge today, but now their precious time was disrupted by Fang Lin Kong. He felt extremely displeased. However, after Fang Lin Kong spoke so plainly, Wen Zhongda couldn't maintain his composure and shouted, "Do you have any more questions? Hurry up and ask! I've never seen such a foolish student. By your age, I was already a Four-Star Demon Hunter."
Hehe!
Fang Lin Kong didn't want to argue about the reprimand; instead, he directly asked the question that concerned him the most. "I've been practicing artifact refinement recently, but there are many things I don't understand. For example, I often can't control two magical treasures at the same time, yet occasionally I can. I don't know why."
Wen Zhongda impatiently replied, "Show me what you're working with so I can diagnose the issue properly."
With a light shout, Fang Lin Kong summoned the Great Freedom Heaven Realm Seven Treasures Banner and the Liexie Twin Hooks. After enhancing their power, the Seven Treasures Banner's glow transformed from colorless and transparent to a brilliant array of colors. With two streams of deep blue electricity swirling around him, even Wen Zhongda couldn't help but feel envious; Fang Lin Kong was incredibly lucky to possess magical treasures that every practitioner dreamed of.
Fang Lin Kong gradually increased the power of both treasures when suddenly, the Liexie Twin Hooks seemed to be frozen in place, unable to move. Sighing, Fang Lin Kong retracted both treasures and said, "That's how it is. Whenever I enhance my power, I can't control the Liexie Twin Hooks anymore. This phenomenon didn't occur before."
Wen Zhongda, who had initially appeared lethargic and indifferent, became increasingly animated, his eyes wide open as if they could rival the Solar Fire Orbs—showing signs of extreme excitement.
"You actually managed to find Divine Refinement artifacts? That! That... that's something rare and hard to come by!"
Fang Lin Kong responded in astonishment, "What Divine Refinement artifacts?"
Wen Zhongda suddenly became lively and enthusiastic as he explained, "There are various methods for refining artifacts that you might not understand, so I won't elaborate on them all. However, how an already forged artifact connects with its master's thoughts and operates smoothly requires considerable effort. This step is also part of artifact refinement and is usually divided into three types: Spiritual Refinement, Blood Refinement, and Divine Refinement."
Fang Lin Kong listened with interest and quickly asked, "What are the differences between these cultivation methods?"
Wen Zhongda patiently explained, "As long as it's an artifact you crafted yourself, its Spiritual Wave will naturally resonate with your own wavelength without needing special rituals for application. However, if it's not used by its original creator, it must be reforged to adjust its Spiritual Wave to align closely with your spiritual energy frequency. This is called Spiritual Refinement. It's one of the most fundamental and widely used methods of artifact refinement. Almost every sect has its unique Spiritual Refinement mantra."
"Next is Blood Refinement. This method is generally applied to higher-level artifacts or Divine Weapons with a high spiritual affinity. This approach doesn't just adjust the artifact's spiritual energy in relation to its master; it imbues the artifact with a will that allows it to connect with its master's mind—similar to raising a pet. Blood Refinement doesn't necessarily require using blood for ritual purposes; however, it shares part of the mental connection with its master. If the artifact is damaged, the master will also suffer harm. While Blood Refinement allows for greater harmony between the artifact and its master compared to Spiritual Refinement, it comes with many drawbacks—most notably that aggressive artifacts can backfire."
"As for Divine Refinement—you've already used it and still don't know? This isn't even considered a method for refining artifacts; it's more about cultivating the mysteries of the Second Soul."
Fang Lin Kong shook his head decisively, and Wen Zhongda sighed, saying, "Others dream of obtaining such a treasure, tossing and turning in their sleep. Yet you have these Heavenly Materials and Earthly Treasures in your hands and remain utterly clueless. It's truly infuriating!"
"Do you know that my Innate Sword Artifact is one of the treasures of Divine Refinement? Moreover, it is the most difficult to cultivate among the Divine Refinement treasures. Generally speaking, cultivators do not need to separate their Yuan Shen. You must understand that when the Yuan Shen leaves the body during battle, it can exert tremendous advantages and significantly increase one's power. However, there are many restrictions; if it is harmed by Evil Weapon Treasures specifically targeting the Yuan Shen, it could destroy hundreds of years of cultivation. It is an extremely dangerous method. One might even be captured by some special treasure that collects the Yuan Shen to forge sinister artifacts, leaving one in a state where survival is impossible and death is unattainable—how tragic! Therefore, unless absolutely necessary or in a desperate situation, cultivators rarely use their Yuan Shen to fight."
Fang Lin Kong murmured to himself, "I want to cultivate the Innate Sword Artifact too; it looks so cool! Especially when it transforms into sword wings—it's just too stylish."
Wen Zhongda glanced at him and said flatly, "You will never be able to cultivate the Innate Sword Artifact."
Fang Lin Kong's eyes widened in disbelief as he exclaimed, "Why not? I have an exceptional Flying Sword!"
Wen Zhongda replied with a strange expression, "You do have quite a few treasures. Although those two blue sword lights are impressive, they are ultimately useless. The Innate Sword Artifact cannot be cultivated using any ready-made ancient Divine Weapons or celestial weapons. You must forge your own Flying Sword from scratch to qualify as the embryo of an Innate Sword Artifact. Moreover, in the process of forging, the method of Divine Refinement can only be used to refine one treasure at most. Since you have already forged that shield-like object, it is impossible for you to forge anything else."
Fang Lin Kong asked skeptically, "Are you trying to fool me? Why can only one treasure be refined using the method of Divine Refinement? Can't more than one be done?"
Wen Zhongda replied irritably, "Did you even listen to my explanation? Because separating the Yuan Shen is extremely dangerous, a senior from the Daoist Sect developed a method that allows one to harness the power of the Yuan Shen without risking losing their physical body. This involves cultivating what is known as the Second Soul. The Second Soul is not a true separation of the Yuan Shen; rather, it involves splitting off a part of one's consciousness and attaching it to a super treasure. With this treasure as a vessel, one avoids the shortcomings of lacking a physical body. The power of the Second Soul can often exceed that of one's original Yuan Shen by several times."
Fang Lin Kong asked in confusion, "If that's the case, why not split off several Yuan Shen? If I create a third Yuan Shen or even a Fourth Primordial Spirit... wouldn't that allow for much more cultivation?"
Wen Zhongda was so exasperated by Fang Lin Kong's nonsense that he gave him a sharp knock on the head. Fang Lin Kong had not expected Wen Zhongda to reprimand him and did not think to dodge in time. The blow landed solidly on his head, causing him to feel dizzy and see stars.
"Why did you hit me? Are you looking for a fight? I'm not afraid of you!"
He jumped back and immediately issued a challenge.
"Separating the Yuan Shen is extremely dangerous; among those who cultivate the Second Soul from the Daoist Sect, eight out of ten encounter crises during their practice, and only about thirty percent manage to endure through it all. In other words, cultivating the Second Soul is like gambling—with a fifty percent chance of dying outright. Do you think it's as simple as copying files—one after another—like eating carrots?"
Before Fang Lin Kong could retort again, Wen Zhongda continued, "Cultivating the Second Soul is incredibly difficult. Although I have managed to forge my Innate Sword Artifact, there are still countless challenges ahead. The Second Soul must undergo numerous refinements before it can reach completion."
Fang Lin Kong, upon hearing this, noticed a slight flaw and quietly murmured, "So, according to you, although it’s difficult, theoretically it’s still possible to further split the Yuan Shen into more than three?"
Wen Zhongda finally grew impatient and replied, "The splitting of the Yuan Shen is extremely dangerous. One misstep could erase your soul imprint. Moreover, once the Yuan Shen has split, it will suffer irreparable dark wounds. The Daoist Sect's techniques all require the Yuan Shen to solidify in order to withstand the Heavenly Tribulation at the moment of Ascend. Only a madman would attempt to split the Yuan Shen a second time. Aside from the legendary and now vanished Demon Gate, there exists a form of dark magic that can split multiple Yuan Shen at once, but I have never heard of anyone successfully practicing it."
"Splitting multiple Yuan Shen at once?"
Fang Lin Kong suddenly fell silent as he recalled the opening lines from the Eternal Demon Suppression Scripture that accompanied the Four Treasures of the Demon Gate.
"The way of heaven is boundless, and the primordial essence is infinite. To enter the gates of heaven and earth, one must first understand the mysteries of the moon and spirit manifestation; a single thought can become divine. However, the Yuan Shen is easily damaged; it is better to split it into nine parts. If one part is lost, the others can compensate for it, making external attacks difficult to fully penetrate—this is the way to longevity..."
The subsequent verses required practitioners to divide their Yuan Shen into nine parts, from the First Primordial Spirit to the Ninth Yuan Shen, each possessing immense Divine Ability. If one were harmed, the remaining eight could immediately provide energy to repair it. This was far more marvelous compared to having a single Yuan Shen that would be extremely difficult to mend once injured.
Fang Lin Kong had always thought such techniques were quite normal. After listening to Wen Zhongda's words, he felt uneasy and vaguely sensed that he had embarked on an incredibly treacherous path without knowing whether it led to a peak or a precipice.
Fang Lin Kong did not tell Wen Zhongda the truth; he had indeed noticed that the Liexie Twin Hooks could not be used simultaneously with the Great Freedom Heaven Realm Seven Treasures Banner, but he found that he could operate the Four Treasures of the Demon Gate simultaneously.
Only someone like Fang Lin Kong would fail to distinguish between the subtle differences in how to use the Grass-Soaring Treasure. The Divine Refinement treasure only required a slight movement of thought for manipulation. In contrast, Spiritual Refinement treasures demanded cumbersome incantations or were much more convenient when using true qi.
Fang Lin Kong had not realized this issue until Wen Zhongda pointed it out; he immediately understood his current situation.
Recognizing where the problem lay, Fang Lin Kong wanted to address it right away. He greeted Wen Zhongda and borrowed his bedroom to meditate. Considering how long this might take, Fang Lin Kong called Ding Qingya to say that his earlier comment was just a joke and that he wouldn’t be visiting her tonight for any mischief. On the other end, Ding Qingya pouted in annoyance, and Fang Lin Kong spent countless words soothing her.
Though Wen Zhongda was unwilling, he could do nothing about this kid and chose not to respond further.
This was Fang Lin Kong's first time learning how to perceive his inner self. Once he entered a meditative state, a faint light appeared before him, revealing his internal organs and skeletal structure. Having successfully cultivated Giant Spirit Transformation, Fang Lin Kong's muscle fiber density was three times that of an ordinary person; each muscle fiber was significantly reinforced. This was the source of his explosive strength. His bones and internal organs also had much greater density than normal people, with toughness surpassing steel.
This level of inner perception was merely preliminary. Fang Lin Kong gradually adjusted his internal breath; his mental state deepened as he slowly entered a deeper level of meditation. Finally, before him appeared a faintly shimmering Inner Universe—nine flickering flames danced in an expansive black void while countless Flying Swords circled around these Nine Flames of Light. Fang Lin Kong knew that these represented his nine major Yuan Shen alongside various Divine Weapons contained within him.
In the Nine Flames of Light, the most intense one radiated a golden-red glow, surrounding an ancient-looking sword. Fang Lin Kong immediately recognized it as the Haotian Divine Sword, which had caused him countless hardships.
The Haotian Divine Sword had already merged with Fang Lin Kong's First Primordial Spirit, and he had been unable to wield this ancient immortal treasure. Now that he had the opportunity to delve into the Inner Universe World, Fang Lin Kong attempted to refine this treasure but found that his First Primordial Spirit seemed to be imprisoned by the Haotian Divine Sword. With a single thought from his Yuan Shen, the sword unleashed immense power, suppressing Fang Lin Kong's will. After several attempts, Fang Lin Kong suddenly focused his mind and entered the interior of the Haotian Divine Sword.
Although the Haotian Divine Sword had the appearance of a sword, its fundamental purpose was to protect the Yuan Shen, allowing it to move freely through layers of space. The Ancient Immortal who designed this treasure had layered countless formations within it. Once the Yuan Shen was drawn into the Haotian Divine Sword, it could never escape, as if encased in armor. Fang Lin Kong's memories from the future did not include any information about the Haotian Divine Sword. He explored a few times and only vaguely discovered how to initiate its basic functions. Originally, this treasure required immense energy to activate, but at that moment, Fang Lin Kong had obtained two thousand years' worth of Pure Yang Inner Elixir from the Voidbreaker. After this tremendous energy was absorbed by the Haotian Divine Sword, its effects were fully unleashed. Fang Lin Kong's First Primordial Spirit had become part of this divine sword.
With no way to use this item directly, Fang Lin Kong turned his attention to separating his consciousness into eight other Yuan Shen. Four of these Yuan Shen had already merged with the Four Treasures of the Demon Gate: the Nine Heavens Primordial Demon Flame, the Great Freedom Heaven Realm Seven Treasures Banner, the Taiyin Soul Piercer, and the Hundred Escape Spirit Control Seal. Each displayed its original form as Fang Lin Kong's Second Soul through Fifth Yuan Shen attached themselves to them, resulting in slight changes due to the nature of these treasures.
The light of the Nine Heavens Primordial Demon Flame changed at will, and the Yuan Shen attached to it was equally unpredictable. The radiance of the Great Freedom Heaven Realm Seven Treasures Banner was most brilliant; since Fang Lin Kong frequently used this treasure, its transformations were greatest. Standing atop the Seven Treasures Banner, his demonic aura surged violently, creating an overwhelming presence. His image faintly resembled Fang Lin Kong himself but was entirely radiant and somewhat elusive.
The Taiyin Soul Piercer stood sharp and pointed toward the heavens, its tail end rising within the flames formed by Fang Lin Kong's Yuan Shen, giving it an eerie and sinister appearance filled with murderous intent.
The Hundred Escape Spirit Control Seal was imbued with countless magical beasts and demonic birds. As Fang Lin Kong extended his consciousness, he felt this small seal suddenly erupt into thousands of colorful clouds, with numerous lights of varying lengths swirling within them, revealing various strange creatures. The forms of these magical beasts and demonic birds within the colorful clouds appeared as clusters of transparent brilliance without substance, endlessly changing and profoundly mysterious.
Fang Lin Kong was unaware that these countless beings were manifestations of primordial innate spirits. As he focused on them with his mind, he suddenly felt a jolt in his heart.
The many magical beasts and demonic birds shot forth strange lights as if they had suddenly come to life. Their fierce and menacing appearances shocked Fang Lin Kong. Some were enormous creatures over a hundred feet long, towering like small hills; even the smallest resembled foxes or dogs in size. There were thousands of them in all shapes and sizes, their sheer numbers truly astonishing.
Fang Lin Kong had never been particularly enthusiastic about the Four Treasures of the Demon Gate until now; experiencing their power firsthand left him unsure whether to feel joy or fear. It was akin to an ordinary person handling a submachine gun—initially thrilled—but when handed an atomic bomb, they would likely be overwhelmed with dread.
(To be continued)
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