Demon Lord Tang Dynasty

Time flies, and three days have passed in the blink of an eye.

Gao Yi opened his eyes, and a flash of black light disappeared into his pupils.

"What a magnificent Dark Mandala."

Gao Yi muttered to himself.

Although the old man's ill intentions were discovered beforehand that day.

But Gao Yi did not expect that the dark mandala on the silk would be so sinister, that even if only a small part of the pattern remained, it could still take root.

Of course, even Gao Yi had to admit that, setting aside the eerie feeling that made people's hearts pound, the Dark Mandala was indeed an extremely superior visualization technique.

If we say that the orthodox Tantric visualization method is a step-by-step practice, it is a complete practice system consisting of nine assemblies, four mandalas, and five wisdoms.

This Dark Mandala is a completely heretical practice, extremely radical, yet it is not a fabrication, but a path that can actually be followed, only it is filled with evil energy and demonic intent.

Of course, Gao Yi knew that the old man from the Lu family must have had ulterior motives for giving away this technique.

However, in retrospect, the other party's actions actually brought him benefits.

That fleeting glimpse of the design that day left an indelible mark on his mind.

This was an unexpected turn of events that Gao Yi hadn't anticipated.

However, it is only a fragment of the pattern, and no matter how strange it is, it cannot be the same as the complete version.

In addition, Gao Yi is not an ordinary person who is weak and helpless.

The Ten Abodes Mahayana Practice inherently involves spiritual cultivation.

A slight anomaly is certainly not enough to affect or harm Gao Yi.

With his abilities, he wouldn't need to expend much effort to remove it.

But clearly, Gao Yi did not do that.

Because of the influence of that dark mandala, Gao Yi discovered something interesting.

The Ten Abodes Mahayana Practice is a divine skill created by Zhu Faqing by integrating Esoteric Buddhism and Chinese Buddhist practices.

The entire manual, though every word and phrase is filled with the meaning of cultivating the three secrets of body, speech, and mind.

However, overall, it still belongs to the martial arts system of the Central Plains.

There is no systematic practice of the three secrets of body, speech, and mind.

Especially Italian secrets.

The Ten Abodes certainly involve spiritual practice, and in great depth, but they do not delve into the unique visualization methods of Tantric Buddhism.

In other words, this Dark Mandala was the first visualization method Gao Yi encountered.

Of course, under normal circumstances, regardless of whether it's first or second place, Gao Yi would definitely not pay attention to such an unknown cultivation method.

But then something else changed his mind.

It was a blue lotus.

Just as a trace of Buddhist essence from the dark mandala invaded his sea of ​​consciousness.

As Gao Yi saw that corner of the mandala, he also saw something else.

A blue lotus, permeated with chaotic energy, was formless and shapeless, yet it seemed to have a physical body, taking root in his sea of ​​consciousness.

The lotus leaves unfold one by one, fluttering gently, and then one by one they close up, slowly withering away.

From birth to death, and from death to birth, the cycle repeats endlessly.

It was at that moment that Gao Yi finally understood what the lotus character, which was the second reward, truly meant.

Heart Lotus, Heart Lotus.

This is also a method of visualization.

However, this method of visualization is extremely special, completely different from all other methods of visualization that exist in the world.

Observing the lotus bloom and wither, one comprehends the Dao, which is extinguished and born.

If it weren't for the stimulation of the Dark Mandala, with Gao Yi's spiritual cultivation, he would have needed to take at least another step forward to perceive and visualize the meaning of the Azure Lotus.

Of course, with the Azure Lotus present, even if he cannot visualize, his spiritual cultivation will be much more convenient and simple.

It was precisely because of this blue lotus that we have this plant.

The Dark Mandala no longer posed any threat to him.

This is also why Gao Yi later changed his mind.

……

"Lu Xiang greets the leader."

Stepping out of the tent, Gao Yi immediately saw Lu Xiang standing straight as a javelin.

"Brother Lu? Have you been keeping watch here these past few days?"

Gao Yi looked surprised.

"My uncle told me to stay by your side and await your orders," Lu Xiang said in a muffled voice.

Gao Yi chuckled. Lu Xiang and the old man in front of him really didn't seem like family.

One was as cunning as a fox, while the other was incredibly naive.

"The Dharma your uncle bestowed upon me was quite profound, and I have gained some understanding of it. That's why I've been in seclusion for a while and have neglected you." Gao Yi looked at Lu Xiang with a half-smile.

"It's good that the leader has gained something." Lu Xiang nodded as if it were a matter of course.

Well, he really is a silly boy.

Gao Yi shook his head and stopped trying.

Judging from the other person's appearance, it goes without saying that they know nothing.

If it were him, he wouldn't share secrets with the other party either. What's the point of discussing things with a fool?

"Brother Lu, you don't need to stay here like this anymore. Your uncle was just angry for a moment. We're all family, how can we really make you do servant work?"

"But my great-uncle..."

"The Lu family of Fanyang is a distinguished family with a thousand-year history. How could they do such lowly work?" Gao Yi interrupted the other party by raising his hand.

"If I ever need Brother Lu's help in the future, I will certainly not be polite. As for Old Master Lu, I will naturally explain things to him then."

Upon hearing this, Lu Xiang's expression softened considerably, and his gaze towards Gao Yi became more affectionate.

"Master Gao, you don't need to address me as 'Little Brother' anymore. Just call me Ling Feng from now on?"

"Ling Feng?"

"Indeed, my surname is Lu, my given name is Xiang, and my courtesy name is Lingfeng."

"Lu...Lu Lingfeng?"

Even Gao Yi was stunned for a moment.

"You don't happen to know someone named Su Wuming, do you?"

"Su Wuming?" Upon hearing this, a look of confusion flashed in Lu Xiang's eyes:

"Surname Su, so you must be a martial arts master from the Su family? It's a pity Ling Feng doesn't know anyone from the Su family."

Gao Yi nodded. The name was most likely a coincidence, since the timelines didn't match.

Moreover, apart from their names, Lu Xiang and Lu Lingfeng, the detective, have absolutely no resemblance.

If we're talking about resemblance, Lu Xiang actually resembles another person more.

Guo Jing.

The man before me, with his simple-mindedness and foolishness, bears a resemblance to Guo Jing.

But stupid?

In many cases, this is not actually considered a drawback.

For example, right now.

Gao Yi really likes stupid people.

After all, stupid people are much easier to fool than smart people.

Thinking of this, a broad smile appeared on Gao Yi's face.

"Lingfeng, what a fine name. I imagine the elders in your family must have high hopes for you."

Upon hearing this, Lu Xiang's face instantly showed a look of shame.

"Ling Feng is foolish and has failed his elders' expectations."

"That's not right," Gao Yi said with a smile and a shake of his head.

"In my opinion, Ling Feng is actually wise in disguise, how can he be described as foolish?"

Lu Xiang's complexion improved somewhat, but he still looked distressed.

"The Yu Gong (Tribute of Yu) established the boxing techniques for the nine provinces, yet Ling Feng has only been able to learn one move. How can he not be considered foolish?"

Upon hearing this, Gao Yi's smile grew even brighter:

"Oh? Is it the fist Ling Feng used that day?"