Chapter 22
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Chapter 22: Heavenly Dragon Vajra True Method
Wang Chen’s Sea of Consciousness underwent another transformation.
Numerous pale golden characters emerged from his soul awareness, coalescing into a method seed.
A single method seed represents a complete technique.
The newly formed method seed contained all the spells from the first layer to the ninth level of the Five Element Technique.
From now on, Wang Chen only needed to comprehend this method seed to naturally acquire the technique corresponding to his realm.
Encircling the method seed were dark golden chains.
These were the oath seals.
The oath seals corresponded to the first heavenly oath: "Techniques should not be passed lightly."
The moment Wang Chen activated the Jade Slips, he had sworn this ancient oath for himself.
Bound by the oath, he could learn, cultivate, use, and even modify the techniques he obtained.
But he could not teach them to others.
Every technique obtained from the sect, including spells, bore the same oath seals.
The sect used them to ensure that the techniques would not be leaked or spread to outsiders.
As Wang Chen withdrew his consciousness from the Sea of Consciousness, he found himself standing outside the library, empty-handed.
After bowing at the door, Wang Chen left the Dharma Hall.
He did not return home immediately; instead, he wandered around Yunshan City.
A thousand years ago, the Yunyang Sect established its gate on the spiritual vein of Tianyun Mountain, constructing the three celestial cities of Yunshan, Yunhu, and Yunhai, ruling over a vast area spanning thousands of miles.
Among the three cities, Yunshan City was the largest and most prosperous, with nine districts and eighteen streets accommodating hundreds of thousands of residents.
Dozens of powerful cultivators had also established residences in Yunshan City!
As Wang Chen walked, he observed shops, inns, taverns, gambling houses, and transport agencies.
Most of these were owned by the families of those powerful cultivators or by cultivators allied with them.
The streets bustled with activity, filled with people from all walks of life, presenting a vibrant and lively scene.
The original owner had visited Yunshan City many times but had never truly experienced the charm of this immortal city.
As Wang Chen strolled through, he felt as if he were in a dream.
Even cultivators found it hard to resist such splendor; it was no wonder so many people tried their hardest to squeeze in.
However, Wang Chen came from a modern metropolis,
And though he was momentarily dazzled, his resolve remained unshaken.
He entered a shop with the plaque "Four Seas Trading Association" hanging above its entrance.
"Greetings, Immortal Master."
Just as Wang Chen stepped over the threshold, a delicate-looking maid quickly approached, bowing respectfully and asking, "How may I assist you?"
The residents of Yunshan City are not all cultivators; in fact, there is a significant number of ordinary people.
Or rather, aspiring cultivators.
Most of them are martial artists or in the Transcendence Realm, serving as laborers, miscellaneous workers, servants, and attendants.
Among them, there are even quite a few innate martial artists!
In the Mortal Realm, innate martial artists are considered superior, with combat abilities comparable to low-level Qi Training cultivators.
But here, they might only serve as guardians or attendants.
As for the enthusiastic Transcendence maid who welcomed Wang Chen, she was hardly worth mentioning.
Wang Chen nodded and replied, "I want to purchase a technique."
He had already spent all his contribution points to exchange for the sixth level of the Five Element Technique at the outer sect headquarters.
Therefore, Wang Chen could only search for the spell skills he needed at the Four Seas Trading Association.
The Four Seas Trading Association does not belong to any of the powerful families in Yunshan City; in fact, this trading association has deeper roots than the Yunyang Sect and possesses a background from higher realms.
Similar to the Four Seas Trading Association, there is also the Wanbao Pavilion.
The Wanbao Pavilion is even more impressive than the Four Seas Trading Association, said to have dealings in countless worlds.
Not to mention the Yunyang Sect; even its affiliates and higher sects dare not offend it lightly.
However, the Wanbao Pavilion exclusively conducts high-end business.
Its buildings in Yunshan City reach up to fifteen stories, second only to the Star Observation Pavilion.
Young cultivators like Wang Chen, holding a few dozen spirit fragments in their storage bags, do not even qualify to enter.
On the other hand, the more down-to-earth Four Seas Trading Association, which also deals in talismans, magical tools, elixirs, techniques, and materials, is much more accessible.
Led by the maid, he arrived at the second floor.
A smiling, plump man welcomed Wang Chen.
The man introduced himself as Manager Jin, with attire and appearance reminiscent of a wealthy landowner.
As for his cultivation level, Wang Chen could not discern it.
Wang Chen asked directly, "I want to buy a set of body-refining techniques; what do you have that offers good value?"
His physique specific number was low, resulting in weak defenses, and he had long wanted to purchase such techniques as supplementary training.
Manager Jin looked puzzled, but after some inquiry, he understood what Wang Chen meant by "good value."
"Fellow traveler, your use of this term is quite ingenious."
He clapped his hands with a smile and said, "I actually have several body-refining techniques that fit your criteria."
The cheerful plump shopkeeper enthusiastically recommended multiple body-refining techniques, including the "Xuanwu Technique," "Copper Elephant Technique," and "Qinggang Body Refinement Method."
However, all the prices exceeded Wang Chen’s budget!
Manager Jin, noticing Wang Chen’s difficulty, chuckled and said, "There are cheaper options, but this technique belongs to a less orthodox path and has several flaws in its practice."
Wang Chen’s interest was piqued. "What technique?"
Manager Jin replied, "The Heavenly Dragon Vajra True Method!"
Wang Chen paused for a moment. "A Buddhist technique?"
In the world of cultivation, Buddhism is indeed considered a less orthodox path.
Its status and power cannot compare to the Taoist sects.
"That’s right."
Manager Jin explained, "The Heavenly Dragon Vajra True Method comes from the Tianlong Temple. Initially, it was a secret Buddhist body cultivation technique that can ultimately cultivate an indestructible Vajra body that does not fall into reincarnation."
"However, this technique is easy to learn but difficult to break through to higher levels. To reach advanced stages, it also requires supplementary training in Buddhism, so…"
Wang Chen interrupted, "How many spirit stones?"
Easy to learn but hard to break through? Perfect for him!
As for the limitation of supplementary training in Buddhism, he had no intention of cultivating an indestructible body.
As long as the technique could enhance his physique, that would be enough.
Manager Jin raised three short, thick fingers.
Wang Chen felt disappointed. "Three hundred spirit fragments?"
Manager Jin laughed, "Thirty."
Wang Chen: "……"
If it weren’t for the reputable name of the Four Seas Trading Association, he would suspect the man was making fun of him!
Manager Jin replied earnestly, "The first three levels of the Heavenly Dragon Vajra True Method only require thirty spirit fragments. If not for the oath limitation, these guys would want to give it away for free."
"I can guarantee, the technique is sound!"
"Buy it!"
Wang Chen decisively agreed—after all, the Four Seas Trading Association’s reputation is indeed trustworthy.
They wouldn’t cheat a young Qi Training cultivator like him.
Manager Jin had someone bring over the Jade Slips, then said to Wang Chen, "This technique is practiceable, but it’s best not to spend too much time on it. Additionally…"
"Do you need some Vajra Ghee to assist in cultivation?"
Looking at the pleasant-faced plump man before him, Wang Chen suddenly felt like he was falling into a trap!
