Chapter 58: The Primordial Saint Sect is Full of Talents
Regarding Wang Song, Lü Yang did not pay much attention, at most sighing that his friend from previous lifetimes, the elder of the Library Pavilion, Wang Borong, actually had descendants.
Perhaps in future lives, he could take care of them again; for now, he had more important matters to attend to.
Activating his escape light, Lü Yang left the cave dwelling and simultaneously took out the Bright Dao Jade Slip to begin comprehending the 『Saint's Theft』.
An ancient saying goes, "If the sage does not die, the great thief does not cease."
This does not mean that sages are thieves, but that sages establish laws for the world, which, while regulating worldly conduct, also provide convenience for great thieves.
However, this is the orthodox interpretation; the understanding within the 『Saint's Theft』 is entirely different:
The 『Saint's Theft』 states: "The sage uses his own rules to profit himself; those who do not comply are regarded as bandits. The so-called sage is the great thief who steals the world."
Therefore, to cultivate this body refinement technique, one must establish a method of cultivation for the world. When all people follow this method, the cultivator can steal the fate of the world's people to nourish himself.
This is the true meaning of the technique: "The sage is the great thief, and the great thief is the great Dao."
Using the smoke and fire of the human world to forge the golden body of the sage.
Once the golden body is forged, the physique becomes as firm as "the sage's law, unchanging for ten thousand generations," ranking among the top ten even among the many body refinement techniques of the Primordial Saint Sect.
Seeing this, Lü Yang was simply amazed.
"Turning all the world's people into cultivation resources—Is the Primordial Saint Sect still the same sect? Every time I develop a slight fondness for it, it always manages to open my eyes anew."
To be honest, ever since meeting Ming Chan, Yun Miaozhen, and others, Lü Yang's impression of the orthodox path had significantly declined.
Indeed, the Jade Pivot Sword Pavilion and other orthodox sects treated their own people quite well, aligning with orthodox standards in all aspects, but this only applied to "their own people."
What defines "their own people"?
The orthodox path emphasizes cause and effect, past and present lives. If you accumulated good karma and merit in your past life, then you are considered one of their own and can receive favor from the orthodox path.
Conversely, if you committed evil in your past life and have karmic debts, then even if you are innocent in this life, you cannot enter the orthodox path and may even be killed under the pretext of "it's for your own good," "cleansing karma," or "opportunities await in the next life." Yun Miaozhen, that madwoman, is a typical example.
In contrast, Lü Yang discovered the dividing line between the orthodox and demonic paths.
For the Primordial Saint Sect, disciples are all talents, so they accept students without discrimination, regardless of past lives or merit.
The orthodox path, however, emphasizes "acting on behalf of heaven."
Reincarnation, cause and effect, and fate are highly valued by the orthodox path, often using these as criteria for recruiting disciples.
Both have their pros and cons; the difference lies in who is more anthropomorphic.
Thinking of this, Lü Yang felt helpless: "There isn't a single normal sect. What has become of this world? It must be a systemic problem!"
While pondering, Lü Yang had already arrived deep within the sea of clouds.
Soon, a majestic and grand black mountain range came into view—Yinshan, which also served as the headquarters of the Three Rivers Society.
At this moment, a loud laugh suddenly rang out:
"Junior Brother Lü, you've finally come out of seclusion!"
The next second, a figure identical to thirty years ago appeared outside Yinshan. Seeing this, Lü Yang smiled slightly and cupped his hands in greeting:
"Greetings, Senior Brother Luo."
"No need for formalities between us."
Luo Wuya smiled and patted Lü Yang's shoulder. He had always valued Lü Yang; otherwise, he wouldn't have specially sent him the 『Saint's Theft』 technique.
He had also somewhat guessed Lü Yang's intentions.
"Junior Brother, you've come for the 『Saint's Theft』, haven't you?"
Lü Yang nodded and said, "This technique is indeed profound and mysterious, but its scope is vast, and it takes a long time to cultivate. I'm afraid it can't be accomplished overnight."
"Hahaha." Luo Wuya laughed heartily: "Junior Brother, you don't really plan to leave the Primordial Saint Sect and start cultivating this technique from scratch in the mortal world, do you? The Primordial Saint Sect is vast and rich in resources, full of talents. Why go through such trouble? Regarding the 『Saint's Theft』, the sect already has a complete cultivation method."
Lü Yang cupped his hands: "Please enlighten me, Senior Brother."
"Follow me."
Luo Wuya led Lü Yang into a grand hall within Yinshan. At the center of the hall stood a massive crystal sphere.
"This place is called the 'Secret Realm of Law Refinement.'"
Seeing Lü Yang's puzzled expression, Luo Wuya pointed at the crystal sphere and explained: "Don't be fooled by its size; this is a creation of a Dao Lord!"
"Dao Lord!?"
Lü Yang was shocked. Foundation Establishment cultivators are called True Persons, Golden Core cultivators are called True Lords, and only Nascent Soul cultivators are honored as Dao Lords. This object was actually crafted by such an existence?
"Within the 'Secret Realm of Law Refinement' are 140 million living beings, each with strong vitality and pure souls. One person here is equivalent to more than ten mortals outside. Whether for refining magical treasures or cultivating techniques, they are top-notch materials. Junior Brother, it's perfect for you to cultivate the 『Saint's Theft』."
Upon hearing this, Lü Yang gasped: "140 million talents?"
It seemed that with his breakthrough to the Great Perfection of Qi Refining and joining the Foundation Establishment faction of the Three Rivers Society, he now qualified to learn some of the sect's true foundations.
At this moment, the secret realm suddenly radiated light.
The next second, a young man in black robes emerged, his face filled with frustration: "Damn it, a bunch of stubborn people... failed again!"
After speaking, the young man glanced at Luo Wuya but said nothing and left directly.
Seeing this, Lü Yang naturally remained silent. Only after the young man had gone did he look at Luo Wuya, who showed a hint of schadenfreude.
"He's also an inner sect true disciple, the only son of True Person Chongguang, named Chongming. Don't mind him; he failed in cultivating the 『Saint's Theft』 again."
"I won't hide it from you, Junior Brother; the 『Saint's Theft』 isn't easy to cultivate."
At this point, Luo Wuya regained a solemn expression: "Don't underestimate the people in this secret realm. Although they are talents, they are not fools."
"You know, Junior Brother, the 『Saint's Theft』 requires creating a cultivation method from scratch for the world, and only then can one cultivate it. The more profound the created technique, the greater the feedback upon success. However, we are not Dao Lords; the techniques we create are mostly shallow and easily seen through."
"That's why the 『Saint's Theft』 often fails."
"In the past, some disciples cultivating the 『Saint's Theft』 were even discovered by the living beings, who feigned cooperation and ultimately turned on them, making them laughingstocks of the sect."
"So, think carefully about how to cultivate this technique, Junior Brother."
After speaking, Luo Wuya took out a jade slip and handed it to Lü Yang: "I also cultivated this technique back then and have some shallow experience."
"Thank you, Senior Brother!"
"It's all for the Three Rivers Society. I'm still waiting for you to achieve great success and come out of seclusion. If you truly master the 『Saint's Theft』, you'll be quite formidable among the true disciples."
Upon hearing this, Lü Yang raised an eyebrow, catching the implication in Luo Wuya's words.
Only by mastering the 『Saint's Theft』 would he be formidable.
So... he's not impressive enough now?
Lü Yang remained calm, still respectfully saluting before approaching the 'Secret Realm of Law Refinement.' With a sweep of his spiritual sense, numerous information streams flowed into his mind.
It should be said that this was indeed a creation of a Dao Lord; this secret realm could actually be "configured"!
Human culture, geography, and architecture could all be shaped according to his thoughts. This power to change the world with a single thought made Lü Yang both respectful and deeply apprehensive.
Because in his heart, a thought lingered.
The secret realm was a creation of a Dao Lord. Since the Dao Lord could do such terrifying things within the secret realm, could he possess the same power in reality?
The living beings within the secret realm were talents to him.
Then, what were the cultivators of the Primordial Saint Sect to the Dao Lord?
Lü Yang dared not think further, only sighing helplessly: "Damn it, the Primordial Saint Sect is full of talents!"