I have a composite mirror

Chapter 63 Introduction

The night was so thick it was almost impenetrable.

Gu Shenyan sat cross-legged on the bed, with the coiled dragon life fire diagram spread out on the low table in front of him.

The image depicts a dragon coiled in a deep pool, its body surrounded by layers of water ripples, seemingly about to burst forth from the paper at any moment.

He closed his eyes, and Father Moore's words echoed in his mind.

"There are three barriers to condensing the life force."

"Firstly, perception."

"You must immerse your spiritual sense into the Life Fire Diagram to sense the true meaning of the demonic powers."

"This step requires sincerity to work."

"If there are distracting thoughts in your mind, it's like ripples on the surface of water, making it impossible to see what's underneath."

Secondly, analysis.

"After sensing the true meaning, you need to break it down and comprehend it little by little."

"It's like disassembling a sophisticated clock."

The purpose of every gear and every spring must be understood.

"This step is the longest, taking anywhere from a few days to several months, depending entirely on one's understanding and opportunity."

Thirdly, cohesion.

"Once you have comprehended the true meaning of supernatural powers to a certain extent, you can condense it onto your spiritual core."

"From now on, this supernatural power will become a part of you, as easy as using your own arm, and you can do whatever you want with it."

At this point, the priest wrote four more words on the blackboard:

"Therefore, sensing, condensing, guiding, and transforming are the four realms that the life fire comprehends."

"Those who are moved are those who first touch the true meaning and then glimpse the path."

"When you are in this state, you can vaguely sense the true meaning of supernatural powers, but it is like looking at flowers through the fog, hazy and unclear."

"The one who condenses, whose true intent is initially formed, can forge the life fire."

"Having reached this level, your understanding of supernatural powers is sufficient, and you can condense them onto your spiritual core, although there are still some areas where you are still not very proficient."

Although the priest was speaking to all the students present, his gaze was fixed solely on Gu Shenyan:

"The key is to integrate and understand, and grasp the essence."

"At this level, one's supernatural powers have become fully integrated, and one can be said to have entered the inner sanctum."

The priest's tone became solemn:

"Transformation is the return to simplicity and authenticity, the unity of spirit and will."

"Supernatural powers have become instinctive; they can be unleashed at will without conscious effort."

"Only when all three life flames reach the 'Transformation' realm can they be fused into one, forging a natal technique and advancing to the Forging Technique realm."

"If one of the life flames has not reached the 'transformation' realm, forcibly fusing them will at least result in a damaged original form and a greatly reduced power;

In severe cases, the three fires clash, leading to qi deviation and demonic possession.

Gu Shenyan opened his eyes and his gaze fell on the "Water Monkey Spirit" in the [Three Elements Mirror] grid.

"To condense the life flame, we also need demonic materials as a catalyst."

"The purpose of this catalyst is to build a bridge between you and the Fire of Destiny Diagram."

"Only by crossing this bridge can your consciousness sink into the Life Fire Diagram and sense the true meaning of the supernatural powers sealed within."

"The degree of compatibility between the catalyst and the life fire diagram determines what you will encounter on a conscious level."

At this point, the priest drew a diagram on the blackboard:

"Ideally, the materials corresponding to the demons in the Life Fire Diagram would be used as the catalyst."

"For example, if you want to condense the life fire of the Rift Bear, you can use the essence, flesh, blood, or bones of the Rift Bear as a catalyst."

"In this way, what you encounter on a conscious level is a 'friendly' split bear."

"It will directly impart the true meaning of supernatural powers to you; you only need to comprehend it with your heart."

"This is the easiest and safest way."

"Secondly, materials from demons of the same attribute and category are used as a catalyst."

"For example, using materials from other earth-elemental demons or bear-type demons to condense the Bear-Splitting Fire Diagram."

"In that case, the Rift Bear you encounter on a conscious level will not be so friendly."

"It won't actively impart its true meaning; you need to observe, ponder, and comprehend it yourself."

"The demonic consciousness formed from the catalyst material will become your aid, helping you deal with the demons in the Life Fire Diagram."

"The strength of this assistance depends on the quality of the primer material."

"Moreover, each time you enter the consciousness level, it consumes the spiritual essence of the initiation material."

"Once the spiritual energy is exhausted, you will no longer be able to use this catalyst to enter the consciousness level."

"The worst-case scenario is using completely unrelated material as a starting point."

"In that case..."

The priest shook his head and did not continue.

Facing the hostility of the demons in the Fire of Fate alone, without any help, is truly a hellish challenge.

Gu Shenyan looked at the water monkey spirit in the grid, lost in thought.

Both the water monkey and the dragon snake are water-attribute demons.

Although one is at the level of resentment and the other at the level of ferocity, they are vastly different.

Ultimately, they are of the same attribute, so using them as a starting point should provide some assistance.

However, it remains to be seen how long this support will last.

He placed the spirit of the water monkey in his palm and guided his consciousness into it.

In an instant, the world spun around, and I felt as if I had fallen into an endless abyss.

The wind howled in my ears, and all around was pitch black; I could see nothing.

After what seemed like an eternity, I finally felt solid beneath my feet.

Gu Shenyan opened his eyes and found himself standing on the edge of a vast ocean.

The vast ocean stretched endlessly, its waters a deep, dark blue, and its depths unfathomable.

There were no sun, moon, or stars in the sky, only a chaotic gray-white expanse.

This is... the battlefield of consciousness?

He looked down at his hands and found that his body was no different from reality, with his five fingers clearly defined and his veins distinct.

However, this body is formed from spiritual consciousness, not a real physical body.

"Squeak squeak".

Gu Shenyan turned his head and saw a semi-transparent monkey squatting at his feet.

The monkey was entirely blue, as if it were formed from condensed water.

It was a size larger than an ordinary monkey, with ripples flowing around its body, giving it a subtle air of intelligence.

"Are you the spirit of that water monkey?"

Gu Shenyan asked.

The water monkey nodded and made a few "squeak" sounds, as if in response.

There was no hostility in its eyes, but rather a hint of... eagerness?

Just as he was trying to learn more about the water monkey's abilities, a roar came from the deep pool.

"roar!"

The water was churning violently, and a dark shadow was rising from the bottom.

Seeing this, Gu Shenyan quickly left the danger zone.

As the water flowed apart, he looked at the giant snake in the pool and marveled at it.

The giant serpent was several meters long, its entire body was a deep blue like jade, and its scales were layered.

It has two fleshy horns on its head, a dragon's head and a snake's body, and eyes like torches.

Just by making eye contact, Gu Shenyan felt an invisible pressure, like a mountain pressing down on his shoulders.

This is a ferocious demon!

Even if it's just a remnant of will, it's still so powerful that it inspires despair.

The dragon snake clearly didn't intend to give Gu Shenyan much time to think.

The enormous creature narrowed its eyes, its body surging with water, and pounced on its target.

The speed was astonishing, and the water it created was like knives and swords, covering the sky and the earth.