Free Web NovelChapter 630: Chapter 222: Transmission and Instruction
Mordo is guiding Lin Xueyin’s learning, while Zhuang Zhidong, who is actually the instructor, accompanies them, also learning a lot himself.
Mordo understands Filson’s situation, which is even worse than imagined. He even knows part of the reason, but it’s inevitable to face the heart demon when cultivation is impeded, especially in Heavenly Dao. It differs completely from the Sixth Epoch’s universal path and retro path, where such situations are rare, yet they are almost unavoidable on the new path.
Filson has refrained from directly teaching Xueyin, fearing he might influence her.
While guiding Xueyin, he is concerned about the situation elsewhere. If Mr. Li cannot assist, this challenge may be insurmountable for Filson. Historically, those in the Celestial Principle School facing severe heart demons rarely overcome it.
Suddenly, a sound shook Mordo to his core, the Holy Word echoed in the soul of every scholar at the Celestial Academy.
If the heart does not die, the Dao cannot be born; if desire does not perish, the Dao cannot exist!
Almost simultaneously, scholars’ bodies uncontrollably emitted waves of spiritual energy, especially those from Beijing, whose spiritual power was particularly strong, naturally following along in meditation.
Zhuang Zhidong’s body trembled, his expression was ecstatic, and his spiritual power surged like waves. He represented the outstanding Beijing scholars in the academy, his cultivation had been stagnant until the advent of the Five Questions of Heavenly Dao, which greatly advanced his cultivation. Initially aimed at governance, but what now resonated was closer to Heavenly Dao, on another level of celestial principles.
In an instant, Zhuang Zhidong was in tears, while Mordo also fell into deep thought, although his comprehension of Beijing culture was not as direct as Zhuang Zhidong’s.
Xueyin blinked her big eyes, wondering what was happening, was she possessed?
Is Ah Xin causing mischief again?
She heard it too, but couldn’t understand.
Filson bowed down to the ground, deeply moved, as this directly addressed the heart demon troubling him.
"Disciple, kneeling in gratitude to the Saint."
Holding the Inheritance Record, Li Xin could visibly see streams of power converging into the record from the entire academy, while his dice spun on their own, appearing to establish a connection with the Inheritance Record that he couldn’t yet comprehend. This unprecedented phenomenon had only occurred twice, once beneath the mist, and now.
He dared not move, maintaining this state, and after a seemingly undetermined time, the Inheritance Record returned to normal, the writing vanished, and the dice settled down.
Li Xin picked up the Inheritance Record, which reverted to its worthless appearance. He glanced at Filson who was still kneeling, solemnly meditative, pack the record, and quietly exited the room, gently shutting the door. This meditative state seemed beneficial and should not be disturbed.
Looking up, the Celestial Academy was extraordinarily serene, with a concentrated wish power hovering above, indicating Vladimir had given him something valuable.
What must he pay for it?
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Footsteps sounded as Dean Mordo stepped out leisurely and approached Li Xin, bowing deeply.
Li Xin sighed, "Dean Mordo, what exactly are you planning?"
"Mr. Li, please follow me."
Mordo’s steps steadier yet lighter, the Inheritance Record activated, the Celestial Principle School embarking on an unknown new path.
The two proceeded to Mordo’s study, the interior already different from Hedan, styled in Beijing’s manner. Indeed, Mordo and Filson have begun integrating since their arrival in the Dragon Capital.
"Mr. Li, can you tell me about the changes in the Inheritance Record?" Mordo asked.
"Just now, the record showed words but then they disappeared. Also, I witnessed it absorbing wish power," Li Xin replied.
Mordo nodded, "That’s a phenomenon of Mr. Li inheriting and activating the record, signifying the Celestial Principle School in Dragon Capital will follow Mr. Li on a new journey."
Li Xin grimaced, "What does this mean?"
"Our Celestial Principle School in Hedan has ended," Mordo sighed.
Ended?
The Celestial Principle School thrived in Hedan, though not omnipotent.
"After the Prince Oliver incident, we lost everything. Originally, according to the Pope’s plan, Vladimir would vanish completely. However, Mr. Li’s theories greatly enhanced our school’s power, allowing Vladimir, although nourishment for the Golden Tree, to retain a portion of his soul, which will gradually dissipate, meaning most of our accumulated wish power will be absorbed by the Earth Mother Goddess Court. No matter our effort or struggle, it’s futile," Mordo explained.
Instantly, numerous pieces connected, Vladimir’s strength clearly insufficient against the Earth Pope, yet the Pope made a concession to coax Vladimir into willingly becoming nourishment for the Golden Tree, Vladimir nurtures the tree, Hedan’s Celestial Principle School supports Vladimir, and ultimately, all power flows to the Earth Temple.
"We survived by chance, yet the Earth Temple adapted partially to the Sixth Epoch’s new path laws in this way. Using Beijing’s terms, we lost everything, in top-level law strategy, our Celestial Principle School lacks experience," Mordo sighed.
"Dean Mordo, do you mean the real target of the Oliver event was the Celestial Principle School?"
"It’s us, the school, and the royal family, what else I don’t know. This is why the school succeeded in Hedan, we wrongly thought it was our strategic maneuvering for survival space," Mordo chuckled.
Li Xin listened, it sounded like a merciless harvest.
"Filson and I came to the Dragon Capital, essentially desperate, seeking a chance for the school, bringing the Inheritance Record, our school’s core and power foundation. When the record is activated, we separate from the Moncalleta principle school and begin anew," Mordo stated, "Mr. Li will be our new guide."
"What must I sacrifice?" Li Xin contemplated then asked. Regardless of its beliefs or power, the Celestial Principle School impressed him, he didn’t mind receiving such support. But what about the price?
"All the school’s wish power and karmic force, and scrutiny from the Moon God’s Court and other hidden forces, you are now our captain," Mordo said.
Li Xin grimaced, "Seems I have no choice."
"Mr. Li, all the causes were sown in Hedan, and we learned from Hedan’s lessons, hence Filson and I openly bear the brunt, while Mr. Li can continue as usual," Mordo reassured.
Under Vladimir’s leadership, while his prestige attracted greater wish power, it also drew attention. This time, it’s better to develop slowly rather than rush.
"Perhaps my abilities aren’t that great," Li Xin said.
"It’s all destined, if this path leads to destruction, it proves Celestial Principle wrong, but if not, success will be ours," Mordo softly smiled, eyes firm, "I initially wanted to stay, but James and Grandmaster Kundra gave us a chance."
"If truly hopeless, they could leave Hedan."
"It’s their belief, despite the Emperor’s passing, they wish to try to the end, fight for a last chance, this is what Beijing people mean by sacrificing for a confidant," Mordo explained.
Li Xin suddenly thought of Miss Aries, isn’t Miss Aries at risk?
"Is Princess Estella in danger?" Li Xin asked.
Mordo gently smiled, "Probably not, Princess Estella is blessed with deep fortune, being the Withered Wood Monastery’s last disciple entangles great karma, even the Earth Temple is wary."
Li Xin nodded, "What shall we do next?"
