Chapter 10: Observing the Great Sun and Starry Sky Sutra
This mysterious place is boundless and endless, with no end in sight.
"Spiritual Consciousness."
"Every time consciousness enters my spiritual world, I am still somewhat shaken," Li Yuan sighed inwardly.
This mysterious place awakened when his physical fitness reached level 5.0.
After multiple attempts.
"After multiple attempts, Li Yuanfang finally confirmed that this place should be the source of his spiritual consciousness, namely the spiritual world."
The so-called spiritual world has been described in the numerous martial arts books that Li Yuan has received. Those powerful martial artists have various names for it, such as the Upper Dantian Palace, the Mind Sea, and the Consciousness Sea.
In simple terms, it's the brain!
It is the core of the soul's consciousness in life.
If Li Yuan wants to leave, a single thought will allow him to do so.
"The Divine Palace." Li Yuan's consciousness focused on that peculiar Divine Palace within the spiritual world.
This Divine Palace appears to be four stories high from the outside.
This is the greatest aid that has rapidly boosted Li Yuan's strength over the past year.
Buzz~ In the spiritual world, distance is irrelevant. With a single thought, Li Yuan's consciousness had already entered this peculiar Divine Palace.
The interior of the Divine Palace was vast and expansive.
"Divine Palace panel." With a single thought from Li Yuan, this data panel instantly appeared in his field of consciousness.
The Divine Palace panel appeared when Li Yuan's consciousness first perceived the spiritual world and then entered the Divine Palace.
It was the first benefit he gained from this Divine Palace.
But at this moment, Li Yuan's consciousness entered the Divine Palace not just to wander around.
His consciousness had already noticed the only furnishing in the vast palace—a jade pedestal.
It was entirely crimson, crystal-clear, and upon closer inspection, engraved with numerous mysterious patterns. These patterns seemed to follow certain special rules, subtly containing some indescribable magical power.
"Great Sun Jade Pedestal," Li Yuan thought to himself. This was the name he had given to the jade pedestal.
In the next moment, Li Yuan's consciousness converged directly on the jade pedestal, as if he were sitting atop this peculiar jade pedestal.
"Boom~" Li Yuan's previously active consciousness immediately began to quiet down, and the environment around his consciousness changed instantly.
Beneath him was no longer the jade pedestal, and around him was no longer the first floor of the Divine Palace.
It had transformed into an infinite starry sky, and within that starry sky was a blazing sun, illuminating the endless expanse.
"Visualization within the Divine Palace."
"Observe the Great Sun and Starry Sky Scripture." The contents of this visualization method involuntarily surfaced in Li Yuan's mind.
"According to ancient records, the 'Observe the Great Sun and Starry Sky Scripture' contains profound principles and vast imagery. The Great Sun hangs high, its flames blazing like a fierce fire refining steel, enough to sharpen one's will, making it as firm as a rock, unafraid of hardships. This is the visualization of the Great Sun, symbolizing brilliant virtue and unparalleled might."
"With the mind extending to the stars, filling the heart's universe, one can focus and perceive the all-encompassing star map, linking meridians and simulating the laws of heaven and earth. This is the imagery of the starry sky, containing infinite changes and boundless vitality."
"The Great Sun and Starry Sky merge together, shaping the spirit and heart...."
Li Yuan had unconsciously mastered the "Observe the Great Sun and Starry Sky Scripture" the first time he perceived the jade pedestal.
This was a miraculous visualization method capable of refining the mind and consciousness.
At this moment.
Li Yuan's consciousness was now directly facing the blazing Great Sun, as if subjected to scorching fire. Intense pain instantly swept through his entire being, making his body tremble involuntarily... It was excruciatingly painful.
"This is the torment of the mind, not real pain, and my body won't sustain any injuries," Li Yuan reminded himself, having grown accustomed to it and enduring it with all his might.
It should be noted that Li Yuan had been practicing martial arts since middle school. Martial arts training is very arduous, involving both sweat and blood, especially when practicing with a spear.
Tired or sleepy? Keep practicing!
Hot weather? Practice!
Cold weather? Practice!
After training continuously for a month, you want to slack off and rest for a day? No way!
It can be said that since Li Yuan began his martial arts training, he has been consciously striving to become a powerful martial artist.
His determination and perseverance far exceeded that of ordinary people, and this became even more pronounced after years of training.
Even so, a year ago, when he first practiced the "Observe the Great Sun and Starry Sky Scripture," Li Yuan could only endure it for less than ten seconds.
This kind of pain is indeed unimaginable.
After a year of this, almost every day, not only did it strengthen his mental power, but it also tempered his will.
As the meaning unfolds like stars, filling his heart and mind, Li Yuan endures the pain while practicing the visualization technique.
Humming silently, waves of gentle power flowed from the endless starry sky, nourishing Li Yuan's mind and consciousness, gradually alleviating his fatigue.
...enabling him to withstand the scorching heat of the great sun.
Time passed by second by second... Li Yuan ultimately endured for about three minutes.
Boom! His consciousness collapsed.
"Hmm?"
Li Yuan opened his eyes, and as soon as his consciousness regained clarity, he calmed his mind slightly before closing his eyes again, concentrating his consciousness to enter the palace of his mind, beginning the process anew... It was as if he were tormenting himself.
A quarter of an hour!
Half an hour.
One hour.
Suddenly, Li Yuan received a notification from the palace panel:
[Your mental power level has increased from 12.4 to 12.5]
...
"Finally, another 0.1 level increase." Li Yuan thought to himself. Then, without dwelling on it, he continued his relentless training.
Another hour later.
"Hmm?" Li Yuan tried again, only to find that he could no longer concentrate his consciousness on the jade platform.
He opened his eyes and looked down at the smart ring on his wrist.
"It's 2:11 AM."
"Another two hours of training?" This was something Li Yuan had discovered through trial and error.
Practicing the "Grand Sun and Starry Sky Sutra" could be sustained for a maximum of two hours each day, after which it was impossible to continue.
According to Li Yuan's speculation, the practice of this technique was so painful and repeatedly forced him to leave the inner world. There was probably a hidden cost he had yet to realize.
Practicing for a maximum of two hours each day was most likely a form of self-protection by the palace of the mind.
"Enough."
"After practicing the 'Grand Sun and Starry Sky Sutra' for just one year, my mental power level has grown from 5.9 when I entered sophomore year to 12.5 now," Li Yuan noticed the change in his body.
Compared to his exhausted body two hours ago, Li Yuan now felt completely restored to health.
Symptoms like muscle soreness have completely disappeared.
It's as if he had deeply slept for ten hours and then received the most professional therapy.
That's another significant benefit of practicing the "Grand Sun and Starry Sky Sutra" — deep rejuvenation.
"Comfortable."
Li Yuan stood up, revealing a smile on his face.
Besides his physical state returning to its peak, he noticed that his perception of his body and sensitivity to the environment around him had significantly improved.
"The stronger your mental power, the better control you have over your body."
"Then, whether practicing marksmanship, agility, or basic cultivation techniques, my efficiency will be much higher," Li Yuan's eyes gleamed with determination.
Why have I made such rapid progress over this past year?
Firstly, it's because of the palace panel, which keeps me informed of my progress at all times and fills me with motivation for practice.
Secondly, it's because I've obtained the "Grand Sun and Starry Sky Sutra" visualization technique.
His mental power surpasses that of ordinary people!
His training efficiency is even higher!
This allows his body to rapidly recover to peak health daily in a short time, saving him a significant amount of therapy expenses.
"Like Wan Xiao or some elite students, after their arduous training, they resort to therapies like electrical massage or medicinal baths for body recovery," Li Yuan murmured to himself. "But I reckon none of them can compare to the additional benefits I gain from practicing the 'Grand Sun and Starry Sky Sutra.'"
This is indeed a very mystical visualization technique.
"However, no matter how miraculous the technique, one still needs to diligently practice step by step," Li Yuan understood this principle well.
Many people have opportunities and encounters.
For example, if one is born into the wealthiest family on Blue Star, would that be considered an opportunity?
For example, if someone is born into the family of the strongest in the Seven Star Alliance, would that be considered an opportunity?
However.
Regardless of the circumstances or opportunities one encounters, if they rely solely on these opportunities, they may become complacent and neglect their practice.
Then it will be difficult to reach the peak in the future.
"In this world."
"In this world, many are born into wealthy and powerful families with resources, high talents, and enough diligence," Li Yuan murmured to himself. "If I don't work hard, how can I compare myself to them?"
With this in mind, Li Yuan stood up.
"It's time to study the academic courses," Li Yuan entered the virtual network cabin in his room.