The Confusion of the Saint Domain

Lin Tian took a deep breath and broke the silence first. He needed to know how much his grandfather and teacher understood about the laws and mysteries, and to gain theoretical support for his future cultivation. So he asked, "Grandfather, Teacher Laun, although I've stepped into the Saint Domain, I'm still very confused about how I actually became a Saint. It feels like I didn't do anything and suddenly achieved it. What's the reason? And I know very little about the Saint Domain realm. I hope you two can enlighten me."

Porter nodded slightly, his gaze carrying both expectation and gravity. "Lin Tian, do you remember what your Teacher Laun and I told you when you demonstrated that modified Fireball technique before? That is precisely the key to becoming a Saint Domain."

"You mean I've comprehended the Law of Fire Element?"

"That's not quite the right way to put it. What you've comprehended is merely the 'Fire Element' Mystery. The path to the Saint Domain is vastly different from before. Stepping into the Saint Domain means beginning to touch the realm of laws. But laws are the fundamental rules governing the operation of this world, such as the elemental laws of earth, water, fire, and wind, as well as more profound laws like life and death. Directly comprehending them is extremely difficult. Hence, mysteries emerged. Mysteries are subdivisions of laws and rules, a preliminary understanding of them."

Laun took over the conversation, his expression focused. "Take the fire magic you excel at, for example. Before the Saint Domain, you merely used magic incantations to manipulate fire elements and cast spells. But now, you need to comprehend the mysteries within the Law of Fire. For instance, the 'Fire Element' Mystery allows flames to become more flexible, varied, and elusive. The 'Explosion Mystery' can give your flames greater destructive power. Comprehending each mystery will bring a qualitative leap in your strength."

Lin Tian frowned slightly. Could the Maya Continent's Saint Domain also possess knowledge of related mystery classifications? This was becoming increasingly incongruous. Then, feigning contemplation, he asked, "Teacher, how exactly does one comprehend these mysteries?"

Laun thought for a moment before speaking slowly. "There is no fixed method for comprehending mysteries. Some Saint Domain experts gain insights during battle, between life and death. Others observe elemental changes in nature. Still others achieve resonance between their spirit and the heavens and earth through meditation. It requires you to feel and experience with your heart."

Porter continued, "Take myself as an example. I have comprehended the 'Explosion Mystery' within the Law of Fire. Over the years, I often stayed near active volcanoes, feeling the power of their eruptions. Over time, I gained some understanding. When I execute combat techniques, I can integrate this mystery into them, making my attacks as unstoppable as a volcanic eruption."

A glimmer of understanding flashed in Lin Tian's eyes. "Grandfather, you mean I should immerse myself more in nature and seek insights through practice?"

Porter nodded with a smile. "Exactly. But this cannot be achieved overnight. It requires a long time and countless attempts. Moreover, under a single law, there are many mysteries. Comprehending them all is as difficult as reaching the heavens. Even a Mid-God like Leo I only mastered a portion of the mysteries."

Lin Tian's heart stirred, and he probed, "So, for our cultivation, is it enough to just comprehend as many mysteries as possible?"

Porter glanced at Laun and said, "No, that's not the case. Cultivation before the Saint Domain requires fully comprehending one mystery to become a Lower God. But divine-level cultivation also has another path: the fusion of mysteries."

Laun was very surprised upon hearing this, but he looked at his old friend and didn't voice any questions.

Lin Tian's heart moved again. "Grandfather, what exactly is this fusion of mysteries you mentioned?"

Porter's expression turned serious. "When you have comprehended multiple mysteries, if you can fuse them together, you can unleash power far exceeding a single mystery. For example, fusing the 'Fire Element' Mystery and the 'Explosion Mystery' of the fire system. The flames would not only possess immense destructive power but also be more flexible in tracking targets, making them hard to defend against. This fusion method is even more difficult, requiring a profound understanding and insight into the mysteries."

Porter added, "But the fusion of mysteries is very challenging. Generally, one only needs to deal with it after becoming a god. The more important task for Saint Domain cultivation is to fully comprehend one mystery and become a god as soon as possible. After becoming a god, you can then pursue the fusion of mysteries. At that point, fusing mysteries not only enhances strength but is also key to breaking through to higher levels. Among higher-level Mid-Gods and Upper Gods, the degree of mystery fusion and comprehension plays a decisive role."

Lin Tian nodded slightly, but his heart grew more puzzled. They even know about mystery fusion. Could it be that someone from the divine planes has returned to the Maya Continent?

Then he asked, "Grandfather, can't one comprehend multiple mysteries while in the Saint Domain?"

Porter looked at Lin Tian and said earnestly, "Lin Tian, you are exceptionally gifted. Stepping into the Saint Domain at such a young age is your advantage, but also a disadvantage. You subconsciously think that comprehending profound mysteries is simple. Those who reach the step of comprehending mysteries in the Saint Domain are all geniuses. But many get stuck at this step, making no progress in strength for a thousand or even ten thousand years, with little hope of becoming a god."

Lin Tian's expression was resolute. "I will act within my means. If it truly doesn't work, I will stop in time."

Porter gave Lin Tian a deep look, knowing he wouldn't easily give up on these things. He could only say helplessly, "I hope so!"

For a moment, the atmosphere froze.

Seeing this, Laun broke the awkward silence. "Porter! That comprehending mysteries can lead to godhood is something all Saint Domain experts on the continent know. But what about mystery fusion?"

Lin Tian was very surprised. All the Saint Domain experts on the continent know that fully comprehending a mystery can lead to godhood, but they don't know about mystery fusion, which can greatly enhance combat power and allow one to go further. Could it be that the one who returned from the divine planes to the Maya Continent is my family's ancestor? No, that's not right. Leo I is only a Mid-God. Could it be the era when heaven and earth first opened and the Sovereigns hadn't fully returned? No, magic is already perfected. That was done by the Sovereigns to spread their faith.

While Lin Tian was caught in this mental storm, Porter looked at Laun and replied, "Didn't you agree to join the Leo Empire before? This kind of information is only known to core members within the three great empires. Others can only know about achieving godhood through mysteries."

Laun glanced at Lin Tian, who was still deep in thought, and considering Lin Tian's talent, he couldn't help but nod. "It's because of Lin Tian, isn't it?"

Lin Tian, hearing his name, snapped out of his mental storm and looked up in confusion.

Porter nodded. "Yes. I met the Leo Ancestor some time ago. I told him about Lin Tian's talent and that Lin Tian had already comprehended the Fire Element Mystery. I asked if I should bring Lin Tian to see him. The Ancestor said that since you had already joined the Leo Empire and Lin Tian's progress under your tutelage was very fast, there was no need to bring Lin Tian to see him. He said to bring Lin Tian and you to meet him once Lin Tian reached the Saint Domain. Since the Ancestor agreed to see you, it means he acknowledges you as one of us. You can now know about mystery fusion. Come, I'll take you both to see the Ancestor."

Laun and Lin Tian nodded. The three of them walked out of the room and soared into the air.

PS: The other two chapters will still be a bit late. I'll try to get back to normal updates tomorrow and the day after!