Running East, Running West

Dong Zhongshu had no intention of sorting it out, but Zhang Xuezhou and others had already done so.

High-ranking monks rarely find true friends through their exchanges, while researchers in modern society gather in large groups, creating a situation where three mediocre individuals can outwit one brilliant strategist.

The Gene Sequence in the real world are not developed in isolation. In addition to self-research and development, they have also incorporated cultivation systems from different worlds. For example, Badun and Nagos led their respective countries, while Zhang Xuezhou introduced the Yin-Yang School's Realm Technique Method system, thereby influencing the development of the cultivation system of the entire world.

The complex development has brought countless collisions, but it has also continuously refined and clarified the path forward.

"I don't quite understand this field!"

From discussing techniques to cultivating oneself, no one was stingy with their sharing, and Zhang Xuezhou was also happy to share.

After a lively conversation, Dong Zhongshu seemed to realize his own shortcomings, while Divine Lord Zhenyuan found it somewhat difficult to change his mind.

Divine Lord Zhenyuan cultivates the Golden Elixir Technique. This kind of cultivation and belief is so powerful that it can produce miracles. There is nothing that cannot be broken by force, and when force reaches its limit, it is invincible.

While many cultivators in the Western Kunlun have various shortcomings, their offensive and defensive skills are undoubtedly top-notch.

The Emperor's lightning, the Empress's phoenix hairpin strike, the Divine Lord Zhenyuan's wide sleeves, the Golden Crow Great Emperor's flames that melt metal and stone, the Mystic Maiden's swordsmanship, and even the seductive arts cultivated by several empresses all culminate in a single seductive strike.

Among the top cultivators, few can create a large-scale area of influence; even the Emperor's lightning only affects a radius of three zhang.

"In essence, the more dispersed the power, the weaker it becomes. Influencing a region will inevitably bring about dispersed power, so it cannot be strong," Divine Lord Zhenyuan emphasized.

"You can think of it as the radiant power of the Western Sect," Zhang Xuezhou said. "But we are in this radiance without needing to make any extra effort!"

How can you build influence without putting in the effort?

"It's an instinct..."

Zhang Xuezhou gestured, struggling to explain the power of the spirit—a power that exists yet is elusive and difficult to perceive.

Not to mention Divine Lord Zhenyuan, people like Changkong Luo hadn't understood it before either, so they didn't take Ren Yisheng's cultivation seriously, treating it as just part of their Gene Sequence.

However, the great cultivators possess powerful spirits, and their Mental Strengthening makes it difficult for scriptures to perceive changes.

Leaving aside Divine Lord Zhenyuan and others, even Zhang Xuezhou's current cultivation of Nagos's imprint divine marks and nurturing methods has not brought about any substantial changes in his spirit, and he cannot perceive any special changes at all.

Without feeling, it is difficult to guide cognition, and Mental Strengthening is not an easy thing to practice.

Without special aids, one can only cultivate diligently over many years, which is not much less difficult than the physical techniques cultivated in the past.

"You could study the Heart Sutra, Western Sect text, and experience it for yourself," Zhang Xuezhou finally recommended. "I also have a Heart Sutra here with some potential problems. While it's not for spiritual practice, it should be fine to use it as a reference!"

"Western Sect!"

Divine Lord Zhenyuan glanced at Zhang Xuezhou with a lingering look.

Heeding Zhang Xuezhou's advice, he headed east to the Great Han Dynasty Great Han Dynasty, where he traveled for several years.

When they met again, Zhang Xuezhou recommended the Western Sect, which required him to travel to Xiniu Hezhou.

Communicating with Confucian School is not difficult, but communicating with the two Western religious leaders is not so friendly.

Divine Lord Zhenyuan took the palm leaf handed over by Zhang Xuezhou, his gaze sweeping over the rows of tadpole-like characters on it, and he couldn't help but feel a little troubled.

It's not difficult to integrate into the language of a region; Divine Lord Zhenyuan only needed a few dozen days to be able to communicate in the local language. However, moving from basic communication skills to studying secret texts requires a completely different level of understanding.

The latter is no less difficult than mastering a skill to its highest level.

"Have you thoroughly studied this Heart Sutra?" Divine Lord Zhenyuan asked.

"I managed to cultivate for a while, but there are some issues that are difficult to delve into in the short term!"

Zhang Xuezhou nodded. As he reached out, a bright light appeared behind his head, illuminating everyone with its warm glow, which also amazed Divine Lord Zhenyuan.

"Your skill is truly amazing!"

In the end, Divine Lord Zhenyuan could only sigh in admiration.

Zhang Xuezhou's cultivation involved eating food from various families, growing up on the backs of others, while Divine Lord Zhenyuan cultivated in Kunlun.

Although Divine Lord Zhenyuan appears to have a higher cultivation level and stronger killing power, Zhang Xuezhou has integrated the cultivation methods of both the East and the West, and the breadth of his knowledge is rarely matched by others.

Reaching Zhang Xuezhou's level is not easy. The understanding of language and writing will be a major obstacle, and the differences between schools of thought will be an even greater barrier. Obtaining relevant classics is not easy, and thoroughly studying them is extremely difficult. To achieve mastery is even more difficult.

"The Yin-Yang School's Realm Technique are insufficient to support your kind of cultivation. Actually, I'm more curious about what you use as a common thread to integrate so many things together," Dong Zhongshu said with great interest.

"This is the spirit I've been talking about!"

The research and discussion ultimately returned to the original direction, which is also the area of control and domain involved by everyone, which is indeed a headache.

"What level do you think Zhenyuan is at right now?" Dong Zhongshu asked.

"Zhenyuan's spiritual power is extremely profound, making it difficult to compare with his techniques. However, the power of his Technique Method exceeds his control, yet falls short of his domain," Zhang Xuezhou said.

"What level is this?" Divine Lord Zhenyuan asked curiously.

"You need to use the control of your sleeve to strike your opponent. Only after you've drawn them into your sleeve can you exert comprehensive control. Right now, it's like a pseudo-domain, somewhere between control and a domain," Zhang Xuezhou said. "This ability is already extremely powerful. In all my years of experience, only the Emperor and the Yuanshi Heavenly Venerable have surpassed it!"

"I used to think I could compete with the Three Pure Ones, but it turns out one is genuine and the other is fake. The fake definitely can't beat the real thing!"

Divine Lord Zhenyuan sighed.

Zhang Xuezhou's eyesight was excellent. Divine Lord Zhenyuan knew very well that Zhang Xuezhou had represented Kunlun to the Immortal Court, and his judgment of what he saw was at least 70% accurate, if not 100%.

Divine Lord Zhenyuan used to think he was no less than anyone else, but he never actually fought anyone and didn't know the true abilities of the Three Pure Ones Heavenly Venerables.

He lacked interest in opponents of similar strength, but if his opponent were to completely surpass him, Divine Lord Zhenyuan would want to discern the difference and thus understand the concept of a true domain.

"I've met Yuanshi Tianzun in the East Sea. I'll have the chance to test my skills against him again and see just how much difference there is between us," Divine Lord Zhenyuan said. "Have you met those two old killers from the Western Sect? How do their strengths compare?"

"I didn't witness their battle firsthand, but I'd guess their strength is roughly equal to yours," Zhang Xuezhou speculated. "However, they possess several powerful treasures. If you lack the treasures to counter them, you'll be at a disadvantage in a fight!"

"Refining the spirit you speak of is not easy, but refining Law Treasure is much simpler. Let me polish my sleeves again," said Divine Lord Zhenyuan. "You gave me a Law Treasure cloth before. Can I use it to refine a magic weapon?"

"Please feel free to use it!"

Although Donghua had already left his body, Zhuang Qingdi's Law Treasure cloth could not be easily used, and Zhang Xuezhou did not intend to take it back, since he did not play with this type of Law Treasure.

If Jin Chang breaks his promise and keeps the Yin-Yang Secret Pill for himself, he can still give a roll of Ice Silkworm Silk to Divine Lord Zhenyuan in the future.

"If you gain something from your exchange with the Western Sect regarding the Heart Sutra, and my uncle breaks his promise to me, I'll give you a little bonus then!"

Zhang Xuezhou made no attempt to hide anything and directly took the puppet silk from Jin Chang to demonstrate, which drew repeated exclamations of surprise from Divine Lord Zhenyuan.

This silk is indeed of top quality. The puppet silk from Jin Chang is too scarce to be used for weaving, but it is undoubtedly top-quality as sewing thread.

Divine Lord Zhenyuan was filled with envy and felt it necessary to go to the Western Sect for some exchanges.