mtl008 Chapter 1002 A New World (4)
Chapter 1002 A New World (4)
“Master once said that our Illusionary Water Palace is based on ‘beauty’, refining emotions into water and transforming scenery into reality. However, after three days of deep thought, visiting mountains and rivers, asking willows and searching for flowers, I still do not understand its essence.”
Han Yi's mind raced, and he slowly began to speak according to the prepared remarks.
According to the rules, he needs to come and pay his respects to Master Yunshui every three days.
Just three days ago, Han Yi had just entered this world, his consciousness had just awakened, and the memories he had obtained from Han Yuan had not yet been fully integrated.
In this state, Han Yi came to see the first person of the Illusionary Water Palace, the Cloud Water Immortal.
It's no different from admitting guilt without being asked.
and so.
During this three-day window of opportunity, we must find a suitable reason to conceal the past.
Using cultivation manuals as a cover is quite appropriate.
Upon hearing this, Venerable Yunshui immediately revealed a gentle smile: "Three days... tell me your insights. Your understanding of the first stage of the Illusionary Water Heart Sutra, the Observation of Colors stage."
"According to the Heart Sutra, one can open the Dharma Eye at the stage of Observing Colors, and must be able to see 'beauty' that ordinary people cannot see." Han Yi quickly replied, "Although I cannot fully grasp the essence of it, I dare to guess that the specific meaning of 'beauty' here is definitely not the 'beauty' in the eyes of ordinary people."
Hear this.
Master Yunshui shook his head slightly, his smile growing even wider.
“Yuan’er, you’ve guessed wrong on this point. Beautiful scenery, beautiful objects, and even beautiful women are all sources of ‘beauty.’ You’ve been overthinking things here.”
"If that's the case, wouldn't everyone be able to see it?" Han Yi couldn't help but retort. "Then, wouldn't the beauty here, which ordinary people cannot see, become just empty words, as Master said?"
“Seeing is one thing. But whether you can extract the external meaning from it is another matter.” Master Yunshui explained with a smile, “Two high mountains, you are on the top of the mountain, and I am at the foot of the mountain. The scenery is equally beautiful, and neither of us can convince the other.”
Two rivers, one upstream and one downstream, neither of which can be distinguished, nor can the differences between them be clearly identified.
In other words, to successfully begin learning the *Illusory Water Heart Sutra*, to open the Dharma Eye, and to grasp the key to observing color, the first step is to make comparisons of 'beauty'.
"Make a comparison regarding the meaning of 'beauty'...?" Han Yi was taken aback.
The other party's long reply was clearly unexpected.
"That's right. True 'beauty' can only be derived through comparison. Only through differences and emotional fluctuations can we extract its true meaning."
This leads to the next step: discovering 'beauty' that ordinary people cannot see. Does this explanation make sense?
"This disciple is dull-witted, please explain further, Master." Han Yi became interested and asked without shame.
For him.
Those who achieve first come first.
In the face of knowledge, there is no distinction between the noble and the lowly.
The other party clearly possessed knowledge he had never encountered before, so this respectful address was only natural.
Master Yunshui wasn't angry and continued to patiently explain: "The height of a mountain cannot be measured without footsteps. The length of a river cannot be reached without sight."
We cannot fully grasp the grandeur of 'beauty' and find it difficult to fully imagine it, while 'beauty' that is too small, even if there is a clear difference, fails to evoke emotions.
Therefore, the most common method used by my Illusionary Water Palace to get started with the "Heart Sutra of Illusionary Water" is to use beauty as a starting point. And that's why you've been unable to begin learning the Heart Sutra for so long.
"Beauty?" Han Yi was taken aback, unsure if it was the kind of beauty he was referring to.
"Beauty, literally, refers to the external appearance of a living being, its looks and physique. Beauty in the eyes of ordinary people."
Master Yunshui said earnestly.
"The easiest way to make comparisons, to easily discover the gap between 'beauties,' and to stir up emotions... is actually the comparison between people."
When people see someone beautiful, even if they say it doesn't matter, they will still feel envy, longing, or even jealousy and hatred deep down.
With these emotional fluctuations, a more 'beautiful' version of oneself will naturally emerge in one's mind—a 'beauty' unseen by ordinary people. This fulfills the conditions for opening the Dharma Eye, and entering the Heart Sutra becomes a given.
"I see." After the other party's detailed explanation, Han Yi suddenly understood.
In simpler terms.
This is what we call "filling in the blanks" or "daydreaming."
By comparing their appearances with those of others, they are moved and create a perfect image that exists only in their minds and can only be seen by themselves.
No one else can see it; only you can.
That is a beauty that ordinary people cannot see.
"It seems you understand now," Master Yunshui said with a smile. "The slow progress of the code is not your fault. Your demeanor is unparalleled in the world, and few can compare to you."
"I think I understand now." Han Yi frowned, realizing that the reason still lay in his physical appearance.
With such a near-perfect appearance, the difficulty of mastering the "Illusory Water Heart Classic" naturally increases dramatically.
It would be hard to find someone whose looks surpass his.
but.
No matter how difficult it is, there's always a way.
Han Yi was silent for a moment, then frowned and asked, "Master, the sect assessment is coming up soon. If I can't even get the basics of the Heart Sutra..."
"You don't need to worry about the sect's assessment," Master Yunshui chuckled. "You are my disciple. Even if you fail the assessment, so what? Would they really expel you from the sect? Besides, even if you wanted to leave, would Lin Xiu really be willing to let you go?"
Lin Xiu is the current head of the Illusionary Water Palace, wielding great power.
Han Yi laughed upon hearing this.
indeed.
After thoroughly understanding the key to cultivating the "Illusory Water Heart Sutra".
He was now fully aware of the significance of himself, or rather, of this physical form, to the Illusionary Water Palace.
Even if he can't master anything, just sitting here as a mascot.
That can also improve the cultivation efficiency of the disciples of the Illusionary Water Palace.
Han Yi had some doubts at this moment.
The reason why Xiao Teng, who entered at the same time as him, made such rapid progress in cultivation is probably related to this point.
"I am, after all, Master's personal disciple. It's not a big deal if I lose face by being eliminated in the evaluation, but I'm worried that it will make Master lose face." Han Yi pondered for a while and then asked tentatively.
For now.
This path of cultivation appeared in the realm of evil intentions.
It is absolutely a novel system with a complete lineage that I have never seen before.
This is for Han Yi.
This is a great opportunity to improve one's skills.
His path of fusion, its foundation, and its underlying philosophy are to integrate everything, absorb everything, embrace all things, and be as inclusive as the ocean.
In a situation where they are temporarily unable to leave, return to the North, or obtain the core secrets of the Demon Saint Palace.
If one can take this opportunity to absorb the evil realm system, make up for one's own shortcomings, and break through one's own limits, it would be a good choice.
Perhaps.
The external divine pollution of his physical body will also disappear with the breakthrough.
Therefore, Han Yi made a decision deep in his heart.
The Illusory Water Classic
It definitely requires cultivation.
If the hermit could not provide a suitable method, then he was prepared to try his own.
"It seems you still have to persist in practicing the Heart Sutra..." Venerable Yunshui sighed. "To tell you the truth, there are some things that you won't be in danger if you don't come into contact with them or sense them."
But once you embark on this path of no return... what awaits you are all sorts of dangers and troubles in the real world. It will be too late for regrets later. The reason I'm doing this... is for your own good...
Having said all that, her meaning was quite clear.
obviously.
As Han Yi's master, Master Yunshui seemed unwilling for Han Yi to cultivate the scriptures and embark on the path of cultivation.
Instead, he lived a peaceful and stable life as an ordinary person under her protection.
“Perhaps Master is right,” Han Yi said solemnly, “but no one can predict the future. Even if we regret it, that’s something for later.”
Master Yunshui fell silent.
Han Yi continued, "If Master thinks this path is not suitable for me, then he shouldn't have accepted me as his disciple in the first place. Since I am Master's disciple, it is necessary for me to walk this path."
To enter the Tao through beauty, and to transform scenery into reality.
This is the requirement for practicing the "Illusory Water Codex".
The requirements may seem strange, but perhaps they are simply the unique laws and restrictions of this world.
just.
Han Yi was not a clueless novice.
At his level.
Finding loopholes, circumventing the constraints of the rules, or even simply taking advantage of the rules... is commonplace for them.
Rules are dead.
People are alive.
Han Yi refused to believe that there was no way to resolve this matter.
After all, he is Han Yi, not Han Yuan.
Isn't it just about creating a perfect image in your mind?
Han Yi now had a solution in mind.
The women in the videos from the previous life, all thanks to various beauty filters, were all stunningly beautiful.
Which of those AI-generated female characters doesn't look flawless and incredibly realistic?
Finding a suitable target to compare oneself with is incredibly simple.
Han Yi finished speaking.
Master Yunshui did not answer immediately.
The wisps of smoke rising gently lingered around the nose, leaving a brief, pleasant fragrance.
The pavilion fell silent immediately.
The Illusionary Water Palace has many rules and a strict hierarchy.
Even if the status is only slightly higher.
Even an inappropriate tone can be considered a transgression.
Just like Xiao Teng a few days ago.
He was furious, but because of Han Yi's status as the senior brother, he didn't dare to say anything harsh and could only slink away.
Han Yi's words just now went beyond a simple matter of tone.
It's practically an interrogation of the other party.
However, Yunshui Shangren was in a complicated mood, and his gaze towards Han Yi was tinged with sadness, so he had no time to pay attention to this.
After a long while, she let out a long sigh, her eyes brightening, and she regained her initial calm and composed demeanor.
"That's true. If my disciples only want to live a life of comfort and pleasure, and do nothing for the rest of their lives, then they are not worthy to be my disciples. If you want to learn, then I, as your master, will naturally teach you."