"The Heaven-Bearing Purple Sash Scripture has two parts. The first refines the mind; the second consecrates treasures," Daoyinzi explained calmly. "The first can serve as a reference for you now. The second is where you should focus. Study it deeply, and you will find its wonders..."
Chen Cuo listened intently. By now, he understood that Master had surely noticed the Little Gourd but did not intend to say so.
“Every sect has its teachings on Life-Bound Treasures. Most use a cultivator's essence, qi, and spirit to nourish an object until it connects with them inside and out, joins with their Nature and Life, and eventually becomes a part of them. They can wield it as easily as an arm moves a finger, bringing forth all manner of wonders...”
Daoyinzi glanced at Chen Cuo and smiled. "Ask whenever you have a question. This is not part of the method itself, but understanding it beforehand will help you know where to focus your study. You will achieve twice the result with half the effort."
Chen Cuo nodded, but his thoughts turned to Daoist Qiuyuzi. I wonder if Peach Blossom Fairy is Daoist Qiuyuzi's life-bound treasure. Come to think of it, the two have rather different styles...
Daoyinzi continued, “Ordinary cultivators usually base their Life-Bound Treasure on an existing treasure, or else use a magical artifact with potential. But whether treasure or magical artifact, its power and uses must eventually reach their limit. The material may hold it back, or the Restrictions and spellcraft placed upon it, or the method used to refine it. Once one's cultivation rises far enough, it naturally becomes useless. What would you like to ask?”
He had seen the question in Chen Cuo's eyes.
Chen Cuo did not hold back. “A Life-Bound Treasure is tied to its owner's