Ten Thousand Soul Banner: Deceased, do you have any unfulfilled wishes?-Chapter 994 - 990: Dual Cultivation

In the past, Ruan Hongzhuang and Taozi each entered Shen Siyuan’s Sea of Consciousness, guided by his Divine Sense, to reach the optimal state of cultivation.

This time, however, it was their first experience being drawn into the Sea of Consciousness together by Shen Siyuan.

As soon as they entered, both of their hearts trembled.

Shen Siyuan’s Sea of Consciousness had long changed from its former appearance.

In the past, the Sea of Consciousness resembled the shore of an angry sea at Bin Hai, with a blazing sun hanging high, the sea surface vast and boundless, but besides the various Demons lurking in the depths, it was left with only a deathly silence, with no distinction between day and night.

But the Sea of Consciousness before them now was a whole new world teeming with life.

The sun and moon rotated, day and night in order, an island rose from the sea, centered around that Heaven-Reaching Fire Tree, extending and spreading in all directions.

Streams meandered, peaks were perilous, plains were vast, and amidst the lush vegetation, there was vibrant vitality. Spiritual birds and exotic beasts roamed the forests and played in the grasslands, truly an indescribable Spirit Realm.

Ruan Hongzhuang bent down, gently touching the grass underfoot with her fingertips. The cool moisture transmitted through her Divine Sense, her eyes filled with astonishment: "Is this really your Sea of Consciousness?"

"Indeed, it is,"

Taozi circled around the strange flowers beside her, her face full of suspicion.

"Are you sure this isn’t an unmanned island somewhere in the real world?"

"What nonsense are you thinking about."

Shen Siyuan chuckled softly and flicked his finger.

Suddenly, the blazing sun rose from the east to the west, the cycle of day and night completed in an instant.

Their shadows on the ground lengthened and shortened, and in just a few breaths, the weeds and wildflowers around them sprouted, unfurled leaves, bloomed, and withered at a visible speed, as if the entire world had been fast-forwarded, the flow of time was breathtaking.

When he flicked his finger again, the world just returned to normal, but the rising sun was already slowly setting on the western horizon, the afterglow dyeing half the sky red.

"Do you still think we are in the present world now?"

Shen Siyuan asked with a smile.

But neither Ruan Hongzhuang nor Taozi answered.

Taozi’s face was as pale as paper, and she suddenly sat down on the ground.

Ruan Hongzhuang also staggered, reaching out to tightly hold onto Shen Siyuan’s arm, barely maintaining her balance.

"What happened to you both?"

Shen Siyuan was astonished at the sight.

"Dizzy... I feel like throwing up..."

Taozi struggled to utter a few words, her voice so weak it was almost inaudible.

Shen Siyuan found himself at a loss for words.

He never expected that the two, with only their consciousness in the Sea of Consciousness, would feel such dizziness.

The two women had no strength left to respond; obviously, that one sentence had exhausted their mental resources.

Shen Siyuan asked no more, reaching out to lift both of them in his arms, and said in a deep voice: "Concentrating, follow me to conduct Spiritual Energy."

With his Divine Sense intentionally guiding them, the agitation in the hearts of the two women gradually calmed, and they quickly sank into a state of cultivation.

Ruan Hongzhuang practiced the "Heavenly Maiden’s Skill," originally derived from Heavenly Demon Skillful Art and Charming Girl’s Strange Skills, a method of Dual Cultivation.

This dharma was not as pure as the Taoist clear mysteries, nor as compassionate and harmonious as the Buddhist teachings, instead incorporating sinister and mysterious techniques from both, with yin and yang complementing each other on the surface and essence energy nurturing each other in reality.

Though it seemed uniquely mystical, it actually harbored a potential for backlash. Those with weak resolve could easily sink into a sea of desires, becoming slaves to lust.

However, its benefits were also apparent. Even in this mundane world lacking Spiritual Energy, with proper cultivation, one could advance rapidly, especially when encountering a compatible Dual Cultivation partner, achieving more with less effort.

This was not mere extraction of yang to replenish yin, but the supreme state of mutual yin and yang support, the union of dragon and tiger.

At this moment, freed from the confinement of the physical body, she deployed the cultivation technique in the Sea of Consciousness, her movements as graceful as a Spirit Snake, bewitching but not tempting. Each move precisely elicited the power of desire while always maintaining her core, not being controlled by lust.

And what Taozi practiced, "Luofeng Twelve Floors," emphasized one scene per floor, one spirit per scene.

It required the Divine Sense to outline the form and spirit of the floor scene, not only in appearance but also in essence, and must be done in one go, never interrupted, or it would all be for naught.

However, adults have complex thoughts, difficult to achieve a state of undivided attention. In the past, her practice often failed due to distraction, and eventually, she simply gave up, just hoping that Shen Siyuan could guide her to progress. 𝕗𝐫𝚎𝗲𝘄𝐞𝕓𝐧𝕠𝘃𝕖𝐥.𝐜𝚘𝚖

At this moment, she was within the Sea of Consciousness, and her mind became much clearer. She tried to concentrate, and as her fingers pointed in the void, a faint silhouette of a building began to emerge.

Before long, Ruan Hongzhuang finished her cultivation and stood up, her figure winding around Shen Siyuan like a beautiful snake, emanating a scorching aura, her eyes burning with desire, clearly reaching the critical point of her cultivation technique.

Shen Siyuan’s mind stirred, naturally accepting it, as his Divine Sense melded with hers.

Nearby, Taozi saw this and put aside her sketch of "Luofeng Twelve Floors," transforming into a streak of light that blended between the two.

The minds of the three became united, merging seamlessly, with no distinction between them.

Shen Siyuan’s Sea of Consciousness was like a vast lake, clear and deep, with endless reserves.

Ruan Hongzhuang and Taozi were like two lively springs by the lakeside, needing nourishment despite their agility.

When the three’s Divine Sense connected, pure Spiritual Power from the lake continuously flowed into the springs, while the springs’ unique charm also nurtured the lake. Yin and Yang complemented each other, mutually benefiting and thriving together.

No longer bound by the physical body, consciousness could accomplish many incredible feats. This state of spiritual communion was far beyond physical pleasure; it was the ultimate spiritual joy.

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"Whoosh—"

Ruan Hongzhuang opened her eyes, gazing at the vast grassland outside the window, and exhaled deeply.

Just feeling refreshed and energetic, almost overflowing, her whole body’s meridians seemed immersed in warm water, enveloped in warmth, full of boundless energy.

She simply began practicing "Embrace the Wind and Sleep" on the spot, her movements graceful and flowing, with an added touch of agility and harmony compared to usual.

Meanwhile, Taozi also emerged from the space capsule, stretching lazily, with her bones making a slight "crack" sound.

She felt the world before her eyes became much clearer, able to see the fur colors of the distant cattle and sheep, and the fragrance of grass and the moisture of soil were distinctly discernible in the air.

Caught in a moment of spontaneity, she exhaled sharply into the void, releasing a concentrated white aura that shot out three feet before slowly dissipating into the air.

"Ah!" Taozi was startled, then quickly realized, her eyes brightening as she turned and ran towards Shen Siyuan’s room.

"Why are you running?" Ruan Hongzhuang asked, withdrawing her moves, with a smile in her eyes.

"To practice with Siyuan!" Taozi’s voice was filled with undisguisable excitement.

"Get back here!" Ruan Hongzhuang shouted helplessly, "Stop being so wild, the children are about to get up!"

"Oh..." Taozi’s steps halted, reluctantly responding, as she slowly turned back.

At this moment, Shen Siyuan also opened the door and came out.

The aloof and transcendent aura from yesterday had faded, replaced by a gentle and peaceful sense of everyday life, making him increasingly resemble an ordinary man from a humble household, yet more approachable.

"Are you heading back after breakfast?" Shen Siyuan asked, his gaze wandering across the two women.

"What, you don’t wish us to stay?"

Taozi immediately entwined herself around him, clinging to his arm playfully, her cheek brushing against his shoulder.

Shen Siyuan found her clinginess amusing and said helplessly, "Indeed, I don’t want you to stay."

"Tch, heartless man."

Taozi complained, but her grip didn’t loosen in the slightest; instead, she held him even tighter.

Ruan Hongzhuang put aside her smile and asked, "We’ll leave later, not to disturb your peace. But when do you plan to return to Bin Hai?"

"About half a month from now." Shen Siyuan pondered aloud.

"Oh~"

A crisp cheer interrupted their idle talk; Dou Dou rushed out of the room, followed by the bouncing Tang Tang.

The two little ones ran around in the space capsule, their laughter ringing like silver bells.

After a while, they sat side by side at the glass window, resting their chins in their hands, curiously observing the morning grassland.

The rising morning sun cast golden rays over the lush green field, as the mist gradually lifted, and the distant cattle and sheep moved slowly, forming a dynamic painting.

Xiao Yue, Duoduo, and Xiao Ya also gradually emerged from their rooms, some rubbing sleepy eyes, others stretching lazily, some joining Dou Dou and Tang Tang by the window to enjoy the scenery.

The childish laughter and chatter intertwined, enveloping the grassland morning mist. At this moment, the whole world seemed to truly awaken, full of vitality and warmth.