The "Spiritual Communication" of the second stage builds upon the first stage, further establishing the initial connection between consciousness and Sun energy, allowing the cultivator to perceive and guide a trace amount of Sun energy;
The "Bloodline Activation" of the third stage maintains the activated state through Magma Dew, constructing a bloodline circuit within the body, enabling Sun energy to circulate and form an initial Sun system;
And the final fourth stage, "Wheel of Radiance," integrates the achievements of the first three stages to construct a complete miniature "Fixed Star System."
Enabling the cultivator not only to guide Sun energy but also to purify, strengthen, and form it.
Once the preliminary balance of the "Fixed Star System" is achieved, one can become a "Crown Knight," rivaling Morning Star Level wizards.
There is also a supreme realm, merely conceptualized, known as "the body as the sun."
"No wonder Crown Knights are so rare in history..." Ron’s eyes sparkled with amazement:
"The path demands extremely high requirements for bloodline and talent, without complete ’Sun’s Protection,’ it’s impossible to commence the final stage of cultivation."
The final form of the Crown Knight—the "Wheel of Radiance," is divided into three essential steps:
First is "Solar Resonance," using special breathing techniques and postures to generate a unique resonance between the body’s "Sun’s Protection" and the sun in the sky, forming an energy resonance circuit, acquiring a continuous influx of Sun energy.
Next is "Bone and Blood Melting," channeling Sun energy into bones and blood, enhancing and transforming the body comprehensively.
So that it can bear more Sun energy, and simultaneously turning body parts into storage and transformation centers for Sun energy.
The last is "Radiant Configuration," constructing a miniature "Fixed Star System" within the body.
This system comprises dozens of energy nodes forming a complex network.
Upon construction, the cultivator can skillfully wield Sun energy as if manipulating their limbs, forming a special energy outer layer—the "Crown Armor."
This layer of armor is both a formidable defense and a terrifying weapon.
"Crown Armor... it’s not just a means of protection but a symbol of power..."
Ron continued reading, his eyes glowing brighter:
"It can withstand most physical attacks while converting parts of energy attacks into own power, creating a positive cycle."
What he had earlier mastered, the "Corona Swordsmanship," was merely a foundational part of this system, focusing on external moves and footwork.
The current manuscript elucidated the true core aspects, on how to perfectly integrate Sun energy into every move, imbuing each strike with the power of the sun.
"So that’s it... it’s not that the moves are complex, but that the use of energy requires such precise control..."
"No wonder most wizards show little interest in breathing techniques..." Ron pondered, a glimpse of understanding crossing his eyes:
"The time cost and energy investment required for this path are truly too high."
In the world of wizards, time and energy are the most precious resources.
If a regular wizard needs immediate combat ability, they could directly modulate the bloodline of slaves to create exclusive combat puppets.
There’s no need to spend over a decade cultivating an unconventional knight’s path.
Wizards pursue the shortest routes to knowledge and power, and though the "Crown Breathing Technique" is powerful, it is overly roundabout.
Only those unable to advance further along the wizard’s path would attempt this arduous knight’s road.
"But for me, this is a perfect opportunity..."
The final part of the manuscript recorded some failed cases and warnings.
Some cultivators were too eager for success, forcibly wielding Sun energy beyond their capacity, resulting in energy outburst, at best leading to severe injuries, at worst turning to ashes.
Some made errors while constructing the "Fixed Star System," causing energy circuits to become chaotic, turning them into walking "high-energy bombs," ready to explode at any moment.
It is evident there are no shortcuts in the extraordinary world, every ounce of power must be exchanged with equivalent risk and effort.
As night deepened, Ron remained immersed in the manuscript, tireless.
For a seeker of knowledge, nothing is more exciting than discovering new power systems.
The footsteps of guards outside had changed thrice, the moon outside quietly sinking west, yet Ron had no intention of resting.
As an Official Wizard, his mental state far surpassed ordinary people’s, easily staying awake for days on end.
.........
After lunch the next day, Ron decided it was time to depart from the Kingdom.
"Were the treasures harvest satisfactory?" Andre asked, leading him to a specially prepared drawing room.
"Quite so." Ron nodded:
"The manuscript of the ’Crown Breathing Technique’ was more detailed than I imagined, and that ’Ancestral Puppet’ was indeed useful to me."
The two settled in the spacious drawing room, as attendants served meticulously prepared refreshments before withdrawing, leaving the two old friends alone.
"Honestly, I really envy you."
Andre raised his teacup, gazing through the window into the distance: "To keep moving forward, always pursuing higher realms."
Ron looked at Andre, the once fallen prince now gradually transforming into the ruler of a nation, with no trace of the hesitation and timidity from the past.
"Everyone has things they ought to do," he said calmly: