Chapter 38: Chapter 37 Observing Dao Scripture, The Dao is Not the Same_2 ƒгeewёbnovel.com
But...
It is not something that can be applied to the Thunder Skills he is currently studying.
As for where it can be applied?
He himself is not very sure. After all, he has just embarked on the path of unique self-cultivation and his understanding of the journey ahead is quite vague.
But there is this feeling that maybe he will use it in the future, who knows?
Besides this.
He also had new insights.
In the long history of Daoism, there have been Celestial Masters who attained enlightenment through a sudden flash of insight. The Celestial Masters who wrote these Dao Scriptures at least all had a moment of spiritual realization.
For example, the famous Dao Scriptures such as "Baopuzi" and "Taiyi Jinhua Record," and notable Daoist Celestial Masters like Chen Tuan and Lv Dongbin.
They all had moments of profound enlightenment, after which they created various famous Daoist classics, inspiring the evolution of Daoist thought for hundreds or even thousands of years.
And this is just within Daoism. There are notable figures in Buddhism and other ideological schools who likely experienced similar moments of enlightenment, leaving behind great works of literature.
It can be said that these ancient sages were quite impressive. Just a moment of enlightenment was enough to open the gate of spiritual wisdom, leaving behind classic masterpieces for future generations.
However...
The difference between them and Lin Beichen is that their state of enlightenment where they grasped celestial secrets was just fleeting. It could range from a moment to several seconds, or at most a few minutes. For the rest of their lives, they would strive to attain that state again, but never succeeded in experiencing a second enlightenment.
The books they wrote about pursuing this state of enlightenment became these Dao Scriptures, forming the foundational thoughts of their religion.
Unfortunately, they never truly embarked on the path of cultivation!
"It seems that Daoism really doesn't have a Cultivation Method."
"These highly insightful Daoist ancestors might have grasped some celestial secrets during their moments of enlightenment, but because they could not re-enter that state, they couldn't extend those points into a full system, resulting in the absence of a Cultivation Method."
"Just think, if such a method existed, how could it not have been passed down for thousands of years? How could the state not know about it?"
"I have Heaven-Defying Comprehension, conditions that my ancestors did not have..."
"In the end, it's a unique path for me alone, I walk alone."
Lin Beichen couldn't help but feel a lot of emotions, mostly disappointment.
The idea of drawing reference and inspiration fell apart.
This path of cultivation and enlightenment is destined to be lonely.
He looked at the Celestial Master Guan Yi nearby, with an unextinguished hope in his heart, he couldn't help but ask, "Celestial Master Guan Yi, since Daoism has no Magical Techniques, what does it cultivate?"
"It's the heart and the mind."
Celestial Master Guan Yi pondered for a moment and gave his answer.
Lin Beichen found it reasonable upon hearing it, and without much hesitation declined politely, "Celestial Master Guan Yi, thank you for your appreciation, but I will consider joining Daoism later. My studies are not yet complete, and I have unfinished matters in the mundane world."
If Daoism could aid him in his Thunder Skills, joining it wouldn't be a problem.
But...
Currently, it doesn't help with Thunder Skills at all.
So why bother becoming a Daoist for the sake of pure cultivation?
If in the future his cultivation reaches a point where Daoist thoughts could serve as enlightenment, he would come to Dragon Tiger Mountain again...
Celestial Master Guan Yi was somewhat taken aback by Lin Beichen's sudden decision. After a brief thought, he seemed to have a realization and said, "Young friend, you seem to have a deep obsession with 'Magical Techniques.'"
"But such things do not exist, and in this new era, one should trust in science more."
"However, this doesn't conflict with Daoist thoughts and secluded cultivation. I think you might want to practice Martial Arts?"
"Although Daoism doesn't have so-called spells, it does have martial arts, which is also a form of cultivation. I can teach you."
"Martial Arts? That's not what I seek." Lin Beichen smiled politely, shaking his head. After pondering for a moment, he said, "That's not what I want."
Celestial Master Guan Yi was slightly stunned, a bit puzzled, "Then what do you seek…"
Lin Beichen pondered his words for a moment and then said, "The path is different!"
With that, he looked towards the staircase, his meaning was implicit but clear, it was time for him to leave!
Seeing this, Celestial Master Guan Yi didn't say more.
Daoism values non-action and non-contention.
That is, following destiny.
Since there is no destiny, there is no need to be persistent.
He smiled and personally sent Lin Beichen out of the Celestial Master's Mansion, watching him leave with a smile, shaking his head slightly with a sigh.
"What a pity, what a pity."
"Celestial Master Guan Yi."
At this moment, an old man with his granddaughter came over. He originally planned to take his granddaughter for a walk and then descend the mountain, but unexpectedly encountered Celestial Master Guan Yi.
Celestial Master Guan Yi turned his head and looked, his expression was one of pleasant surprise, clearly, he and the old man were old acquaintances.
"Infinite Blessings to the Great Celestial Master!"
Celestial Master Guan Yi made a hand gesture and slightly bowed, "Patron Cai, what brings you here today?"
"My granddaughter is on summer vacation, so I brought her here to listen to the Daoist priests reciting the Dao, to temper her temperament."
Saying this, the old man signaled to the little girl.
The little girl got the message, bowed slightly, and sweetly said, "Good day, Celestial Master Guan Yi!"
"Good, good, good."
Celestial Master Guan Yi was all smiles at the little girl's greeting.
At this time, out of the corner of his eye, the old man saw the disappearing figure of Lin Beichen and immediately recognized who it was.
He wasn't one to inquire into things usually, but for some reason, after seeing Celestial Master Guan Yi approach Lin Beichen, he was curious about what happened.
"Celestial Master Guan Yi, I saw you earlier at the Observation Platform talking with that young man, then you left with him, and now I see you sighing here alone. What's going on?"