Old Ent Departs

Chapter Twenty-Five: Old Ent Departs

A piercing sound of wind breaking suddenly rang out from the forest. A black figure shot towards Chen Yun like a black streak of light, stopping instantly before him.

The newcomer was none other than Old Ent. At this moment, Old Ent clearly let out a heavy sigh of relief. Just moments ago, he had suddenly sensed Chen Yun's life force rapidly weakening to the point of near extinction. Old Ent's heart had trembled violently, and without a second thought, he had rushed over.

"Little Chen, what was going on with you just now? I sensed your life force suddenly weaken to almost nothing!" Old Ent asked, his face a mixture of worry and confusion.

Hearing Old Ent's question, Chen Yun first wiped away a cold sweat. He clearly understood how critical his situation had been. Still feeling shaken, he recounted everything that had just happened, including the dragon's roar that had sounded in his Soul Sea. As for the small golden dragon above his Soul Sea, he was unaware of it, as he couldn't yet perceive his own Soul Sea internally.

After listening to Chen Yun's words, Old Ent also felt a lingering fear. Although one might encounter some dangers during meditation, the probability of such a situation occurring was extremely low, which was why he hadn't explained it in detail to Chen Yun at the time. He hadn't expected Chen Yun to encounter such a situation during his very first meditation.

However, he immediately noticed the change in Chen Yun. His cultivation hadn't improved, but he seemed like a completely different person.

This situation made Old Ent vaguely guess a possibility, and he asked with a hint of excitement, "Feel yourself now, what changes have occurred? Was there anything else subtle that happened during your meditation that you didn't tell me!"

Chen Yun scratched his head and said doubtfully, "Nothing! My cultivation didn't improve!"

Old Ent immediately rolled his eyes. Thinking about Chen Yun's monstrous cultivation speed made him feel unbalanced. He roared at Chen Yun, "You brat, do you think cultivation can be improved so easily? Your cultivation speed is already monstrous, and you're still not satisfied! Hurry up and feel yourself properly, some things are more precious than an increase in cultivation!"

Chen Yun stared dumbfounded at Old Ent's expression. In his memory, Old Ent had never yelled at him, nor had he ever lost his composure like this. However, he didn't dare say anything more.

He quickly closed his eyes. Instantly, he felt the difference. Even with his eyes closed, the surrounding environment was clearly reflected in his mind, and even clearer than what his naked eyes could see.

The surrounding plants seemed like living beings. Chen Yun even felt them sending friendly greetings to him. In the dense vegetation, a rabbit-like beast was quietly nibbling on the tender grass, while a strange fierce beast, like a wolf-tiger, was nursing its young...

Everything within a hundred-meter radius of the forest was clearly reflected in his mind, along with Old Ent's expectant and excited expression, which surprised him.

After a long while, Chen Yun slowly opened his eyes.

"How was it?" Old Ent asked eagerly.

Chen Yun, with an incredulous expression, recounted the events in detail, finally teasing Old Ent about his complex expression.

Old Ent ignored Chen Yun's teasing, now deeply shaken, his old face flushed with excitement.

Chen Yun looked at Old Ent with a strange gaze and asked curiously, "What's wrong? Grandpa, why do you have that expression?"

However, Chen Yun was met with a roar that startled the surrounding beasts, making them think some peerless fierce beast was present, and they immediately fled in panic.

"Brat, you've really struck gold! Do you know that you just entered the legendary Unity of Man and Nature realm! You can now project your Spiritual Sense!" Old Ent roared, his eyes wide.

Yet, Old Ent was filled with joy. Although he roared at Chen Yun, it was only because the event was too shocking. Moreover, since Chen Yun awakened his Dragon Blood, he had become more cheerful and confident. Thus, the grandfather and grandson occasionally joked around, their relationship even closer than before. Furthermore, how could he not be excited and happy that his grandson had received such an opportunity?

After all, it was Unity of Man and Nature! Unity of Man and Nature!

"Unity of Man and Nature? Spiritual Sense Projection?" Chen Yun was even more confused.

Old Ent calmed his emotions and patiently explained, "Unity of Man and Nature, also known as the Divine Realm, is a rare and wondrous state encountered during meditation, practically a legendary existence."

"In this state, not only does your soul power soar like a rocket, but your sensory acuity also greatly increases, and you can more easily comprehend the Way of Heaven and Earth."

"You must know that soul power typically cannot be increased through cultivation; at most, its sensitivity can be improved, and the quantity only increases upon advancement. As for Spiritual Sense Projection, it is an ability possessed by those at level five and above, allowing them to project their Spiritual Sense to probe their surroundings. There are many benefits to Spiritual Sense Projection, which you will experience later."

"I can't believe you encountered this legendary Divine Realm during your very first meditation. Good! Hahaha..." By the end, Old Ent couldn't help but burst into laughter, looking at his grandson with increasing satisfaction.

Chen Yun was also shocked and overjoyed, never expecting to have such an encounter. Truly, heaven was helping him.

Then, Chen Yun seemed to recall something and asked urgently, "Grandpa, what level do you think my soul strength has reached now?"

Old Ent smiled and looked at Chen Yun, pondering for a moment before saying, "It should be peak Level Six Emperor, because my Spiritual Sense Projection range is only within a hundred meters. Hehe!"

"Peak Level Six!" Chen Yun was even more uncontrollably excited. His physical cultivation was only Level Four, and his Battle Qi was Level Three, yet his Spiritual Sense strength had already reached peak Level Six. How could he not be excited!

"Alright! Even so, you cannot be arrogant. This time, you've turned misfortune into a blessing. It should be much easier for you to cultivate that Body Refining Art now. Cultivate well, boy! From now on, your training intensity will increase!" Old Ent said sternly.

"En! If it increases, it increases!" Chen Yun said confidently. Seeing this, Old Ent smiled with relief.

In the following days, Chen Yun's cultivation was grueling. Meditation in the early morning, cultivating the Body Refining Art all morning – it was indeed much easier to cultivate the Body Refining Art now. Although he still couldn't complete the first level, the progress was evident. In the afternoon, he would fight against fierce beasts, a compulsory course for any warrior, as combat experience was crucial.

The days passed one by one, and in the blink of an eye, two months had gone by.

One day, Old Ent found Chen Yun, who was hunting fierce beasts, and said calmly, "Little Chen, I have to leave for a while soon. There are some matters that require my attention!"

"What matters, Grandpa! How long will you be gone?" Chen Yun asked curiously.

Old Ent smiled faintly and said, "It's nothing, just a few minor things. I should be back before long. While I'm away, you absolutely cannot be lazy! Understand?" His tone became stern at the end, but inwardly he sighed, This time, I'm afraid... sigh!

"En! Don't worry, Grandpa! I will definitely cultivate diligently!" Chen Yun promised with a face full of assurance.

"That's good. I'm leaving now." After speaking, he cast a lingering glance at Chen Yun and then disappeared before Chen Yun could react.

Chen Yun silently gazed in the direction Old Ent had left, his brow furrowed deeply. He had a vague feeling that Old Ent's departure this time was definitely not simple.

Although Old Ent had concealed it well, Chen Yun, being intelligent, saw a trace of worry and solemnity in his eyes. Especially the lingering glance filled with reluctance as he departed, which made Chen Yun feel a sense of unease.

However, now that Old Ent was gone, there was no one to ask. He shook his head, turned, and continued walking deeper into the forest. Chen Yun had long since developed the habit of independence. To achieve this at such a young age directly influenced his future development.

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