Lin Yu briefly recounted his experiences over the past two years to Uncle Nine.
He traveled all over the country for two years, encountering countless strange and unusual events. If he were to recount them in detail from beginning to end, it would probably take three or four days to finish.
Lin Yu could only report the most important matters to Uncle Nine.
He focused on two parts: the secret plans of Japan pirates within China, especially their conspiracy to steal the dragon vein's fortune using sorcery and feng shui formations.
There are also his observations in the Southern Border, as well as his learning and improvement of the Gu Dao form of witchcraft) based on his own insights.
When he heard that the Japan traitors dared to plot against the Chinese dragon vein, Uncle Nine frowned, his face darkening. He slammed his hand on the table, and the table, made of fine wood, shattered into pieces.
"Wow! Junior brother, you must have done something bad outside, right? Can you hear them smashing things inside?" Qiu Sheng and Wen Cai were no longer sleepy and were eavesdropping through the crack in the door.
Upon hearing the sound of the table shattering into pieces, the two men were instantly terrified.
"Impossible, right? Junior brother did something bad and he still dares to come back?" Wen Cai clearly disagreed with Qiu Sheng's words.
In their eagerness to find out what had happened, the two of them strained even more to eavesdrop through the crack in the door.
Lin Yu then recounted the several array nodes they had destroyed along the way, as well as the fragmented information he had extracted from the evil cultivator Xiao Rizi, and analyzed, "Master, their actions are secretive and their plans are far-reaching; it probably wasn't something they accomplished in a day."
"There may still be undetected moles in various locations."
"A wolf in sheep's clothing! They truly have no regard for their own lives!"
As a member of the righteous sect of Maoshan, Uncle Nine was naturally furious when he heard that someone was using evil magic to persecute the people, especially since the person was from another country.
Uncle Nine pondered for a moment upon hearing this, then said, "These are truly turbulent times. First came the world-destroying formation, and now these Japanese pirates are wreaking havoc on China!"
"Master, there's no need to worry. I also encountered some fellow Daoist practitioners along the way. I'm sure our Dragon Nation's Daoist sect has already taken notice of them. Eradicating these evil cultivators won't be a task that can be accomplished in a day."
The sight of the Japan pirates dampened the joy of their reunion, but with Lin Yu's comforting words, Uncle Nine gradually calmed down.
Otherwise, he might really pack up his magical artifacts and head north next.
"You did the right thing. For us cultivators, helping the world and saving people is the right path." After calming down, Uncle Nine looked at Lin Yu with eyes full of satisfaction. This was his proudest disciple.
Then, Lin Yu took out the book "The True Understanding of the Gu Dao" that he had brought out from the Ninth Palace and handed it to Uncle Nine.
"Master, this is what I obtained from the Southern Border. See if you can glean anything from it."
Upon hearing this, Uncle Nine took the seemingly ancient book, "The True Understanding of the Gu Dao," with a solemn expression.
He knew that his apprentice had extremely high standards, and anything that he presented with such solemnity must be extraordinary.
So Uncle Nine calmed himself down and carefully turned the pages of the book.
However, as the pages of the book were turned, Uncle Nine's brows furrowed more and more deeply.
The words and patterns on them were like Tome of Heaven to him, seemingly tangible yet intangible, elusive and elusive.
It was as if there was a thick fog between us; no matter how hard I tried to concentrate, I couldn't understand its true meaning. After looking at it for a long time, I only felt dizzy and my mind was slightly shaken.
After a long pause, Uncle Nine gently closed the scripture, sighed deeply, handed it back to Lin Yu, and shook his head. "This thing... is extraordinary. It seems I am not destined to have such an opportunity. Forcing myself to comprehend it will only do more harm than good."
Uncle Nine stared at it for a long time, feeling completely bewildered, as if he hadn't seen anything at all. He had no choice but to admit that this item was not meant for him.
Seeing this, Lin Yu understood.
This "True Understanding of the Gu Dao" is a rare object containing the essence of the Dao. Unless one possesses a special opportunity like him, it is extremely difficult to even begin to understand its principles.
Lin Yu took the scripture. "This scripture is indeed strange, but perhaps I can try to explain some of its principles."
Having said that, Lin Yu held his breath and focused his mind, no longer adhering to the words of the scriptures, but speaking like a great master preaching in a novel.
He closed his eyes, and his aura became mysterious and profound, as if simulating and drawing upon the fragments of the Dao principles of heaven and earth that he had encountered when he first attained enlightenment.
This was also Lin Yu's first time trying this method. He used his own divine sense as a guide to transform his understanding of the evolution of life, the control of energy, and the resonance with nature into an invisible Daoist charm that slowly spread out.
Outside, Wen Cai and Qiu Sheng were also soothed by this inexplicable charm, slowly sinking into its embrace, and eventually being lulled to sleep.
What Lin Yu was describing at this moment was not the specific method of cultivating Gu worms, but rather an explanation of an essence.
A way that communicates with all things and guides them to evolve and collaborate in a specific direction.
He spoke of how to use one's own will to influence heaven and earth and enlighten even the smallest things.
It discusses how to balance life and death, harmonize yin and yang, and find the Great Dao in the vast emptiness.
Lin Yu also explained the profound theories of the "One Gu, One Great Dao" that he had comprehended from "The True Understanding of the Gu Dao".
He elevated the Gu Arts to the level of applying the laws of heaven and earth and the Great Dao.
Lin Yu tried his best to make the language more accessible, drawing analogies with the Daoist classics that Uncle Nine was familiar with, attempting to convey the Daoist essence he had comprehended.
At first, Uncle Nine listened quietly, but as Lin Yu recounted his story, the confusion in his eyes gradually faded, replaced by an increasingly profound shock and understanding.
What my disciple is talking about isn't some kind of Gu Dao poisonous insect technique); isn't this just a disguised form of Dao?
Daoist priest, Daoist priest, a cultivator of the Tao. If Uncle Nine still doesn't understand this, Uncle Nine wouldn't dare call himself a Daoist priest when he goes out.
But it was precisely because he understood that Uncle Nine was so shocked. Although it was completely different from the talismans and cultivation methods he practiced, the great principles were the same and their logic was the same.
This also indirectly shows that Lin Yu has surpassed him in his understanding of the Dao.
"... Therefore, the Way of Gu can also be regarded as the Dao of Creation, rather than forced manipulation." Lin Yu slowly fell silent, and the mysterious aura around him also calmed down.
Uncle Nine remained silent for a long time, immersed in his insights. After a while, he finally exhaled a long breath and looked at Lin Yu with a complex expression. "Hearing your words is more valuable than ten years of cultivation."
Uncle Nine was somewhat moved.
"Xiao Yu, you're not just teaching Gu Arts, you're expounding the Dao! Although it originates from Gu Arts of the Southern Border, it has far surpassed their scope, pointing directly to the origin of the Great Dao!"
His gaze toward Lin Yu was filled with satisfaction and pride. Not only had his disciple made great progress in cultivation, but more importantly, he had developed the rudiments of his own Dao, which was far more valuable than a mere increase in strength.
"Master, you flatter me. I have only gained some knowledge by standing on the shoulders of giants," Lin Yu said humbly.
This is just what he gleaned from books, far from his own understanding; it just goes to show how truly remarkable the wisdom of the ancients was.
Uncle Nine shook his head. "Your insight already surpasses that of countless others. Not clinging to appearances, but pointing directly to the fundamental path, that is the right way."
Just then, a rooster crowed outside, interrupting their conversation.
Before I knew it, it was already dawn.
"Alright, let's send those two good-for-nothings outside back first, lest they catch a cold."
Uncle Nine waved his hand. He understood from this conversation with his disciple that his disciple had not done anything wrong.
After ending their conversation, the two turned their attention to the two outside. With their abilities, they would have spotted them as soon as they got close.
I'm just too lazy to bother with it.
At this time, the east was already showing the first light of dawn, but the sun had not yet fully risen. It was the transitional moment of the day when the yang energy was just beginning to emerge but not yet at its peak, and the yin energy was not yet receding but about to dissipate. At this time, the yin energy was most penetrating to the bone marrow.