Mental Power Cultivation

"Teacher, who were they?"

Only after Du Busi and the others had gone far away did Ma Xiaotao ask curiously.

"The Body Sect's master, Du Busi, and the Golden Body Douluo, Jin Peng!"

Yan Shaozhe let out a long breath, a trace of relief at having survived the ordeal appearing in his eyes. "I never expected that bringing you here to hunt for a Soul Ring would lead us to encounter them. Judging by the two children beside them, they should also be here to hunt for Soul Rings."

"For Du Busi and Jin Peng to come out together to find Soul Rings for those two children... it seems their talent must be exceptional. Xiaotao, I have a feeling that boy, who looks about your age, may become the greatest rival of your life."

That boy?

Ma Xiaotao recalled Ye An's appearance, and her eyes brightened slightly. "Don't worry, Teacher. If I meet him in the future, I'll definitely defeat him in battle. I absolutely won't tarnish Shrek Academy's reputation!"

"Sect Master, is Mu En really still alive? Can Yan Shaozhe's words be trusted?"

Hearing Jin Peng's question, Du Busi shook his head.

"Whether he is truly dead or alive, we must plan on the assumption that he lives. But... even if he is alive, his lifespan is likely nearing its end. He is no longer a threat. So long as Xiao An and Xiao Xuan can grow smoothly, the title of number one on the continent will sooner or later belong to our Body Sect!"

As he spoke, Du Busi's tone softened. Meeting Ye An and Zhang Lexuan's curious gazes, he patiently explained, "The man we just encountered was Yan Shaozhe, the dean of Shrek Academy's Martial Soul Department. He is a level ninety-five Titled Douluo, known as the Bright Phoenix. The teacher he mentioned was Mu En, Shrek Academy's strongest expert, known as the Dragon God. Many years ago, the previous Sect Master of our Body Sect—my elder brother, Du Bisi—died at Mu En's hands."

"I had thought Mu En had perished together with my elder brother. I never expected to receive word today that he was still alive."

Upon hearing this, Ye An, who had long known of these events, revealed a thoughtful expression before stating, "Master, rest assured. I will cultivate diligently from now on, become strong as soon as possible, and lead the Body Sect to defeat Shrek Academy!"

Zhang Lexuan, meanwhile, nodded silently.

So the Body Sect and Shrek Academy were mortal enemies.

Although Zhang Lexuan had once looked forward to entering Shrek Academy, now that she had become Ye An's fiancée and joined the Body Sect, she naturally had to stand with Ye An.

Shrek Academy is the Body Sect's enemy, Xiao An's enemy—and therefore, Zhang Lexuan's enemy!

"Master, I will stand by Xiao An's side and become his strongest support."

Though Zhang Lexuan spoke softly, Du Busi and Jin Peng could both sense the determination in her words.

Du Busi and Jin Peng exchanged a glance, each seeing a hint of amusement in the other's eyes.

Body Sect, Sect Master's Hall.

The instant Ye An and Zhang Lexuan stepped into the hall, an ancient and solemn aura washed over them.

At that moment, Du Busi stood with his hands behind his back, facing a portrait hanging on the wall. His posture was as straight as a pine.

Behind Du Busi stood the Golden Body Douluo, Jin Peng, along with two other Titled Douluo whose names Ye An did not know.

When Ye An and Zhang Lexuan entered, the gazes of the other two Titled Douluo, aside from Jin Peng, immediately fell upon them, their eyes carrying traces of scrutiny.

"Greetings, Elders."

Ye An and Zhang Lexuan bowed at the same time, both curious about why Du Busi had summoned them here today.

Ever since returning from the Star Dou Great Forest, he and Zhang Lexuan had been cultivating diligently—training their Soul Power, studying Martial Soul theory, and tempering their bodies in Hurricane Cave. Even Du Busi could not help clicking his tongue at their diligence.

"No need for such formality."

Du Busi turned around, his gaze sweeping over Ye An and Zhang Lexuan as a trace of satisfaction appeared in his eyes.

But in the next moment, his expression became serious. "For disciples of our Body Sect to achieve the Second Awakening of the Body Martial Soul, physical fitness is of utmost importance, but mental power is equally crucial."

"Focusing solely on tempering the body while neglecting mental power cultivation can very easily lead to the failure of the Second Awakening of the Body Martial Soul."

"At the same time, reaching the end of Hurricane Cave also requires powerful mental strength as support."

"Today, I will teach you the Body Sect's method for cultivating mental power."

At those words, Ye An's eyes suddenly lit up.

The importance of mental power needed no explanation.

"You two, sit cross-legged."

As he spoke, Du Busi waved his hand.

Seeing this, Jin Peng and the other two Titled Douluo nodded before turning and leaving the hall. Before long, only Du Busi, Ye An, and Zhang Lexuan remained inside.

Ye An and Zhang Lexuan exchanged a glance, then obediently sat cross-legged with their hands resting on their knees and their backs straight.

Du Busi stood before them with his hands behind his back.

"To this day, the Soul Master world has no clear division of mental power realms. People generally believe that meditation, consuming heavenly treasures, actual combat, and absorbing Soul Rings and Soul Bones can all effectively temper mental power."

"Based on these theories, the ancestors of our Body Sect created a highly practical Refinement Method: observation, meditation, and resonance."

"Observation means observing a concrete object and recording it in its entirety. The size of the object is determined by one's mental power."

"Meditation means using your mental power to fully imprint the object you observed within your mind while circulating Soul Power. This allows you to cultivate Soul Power while tempering your mental power at the same time."

"The final and most crucial step is to make your mental power resonate with the object imprinted in your mind."

Du Busi first gave Ye An and Zhang Lexuan a simple explanation of the principles behind mental power cultivation, then carefully explained exactly how it was to be done.

His words were concise and refined, without a single unnecessary sentence. Every word went straight to the heart of the matter.

Ye An and Zhang Lexuan listened attentively, memorizing every word, and began their attempt under Du Busi's watchful gaze.

After an unknown amount of time, Du Busi's voice abruptly stopped, and satisfaction gradually appeared on his face.

Both Ye An and Zhang Lexuan were intelligent children. They easily understood what he had explained, and had already grasped the basics on their very first attempt.

At this rate, Ye An and Zhang Lexuan's growth would become truly terrifying!

Du Busi was now growing more and more eager to see just how far the two of them would be able to go in the future.