Chapter 93 "Whirlpool Sea"

"Sigh, why is it that the Buddhist community, which has always prided itself on compassion and renunciation, actually..." Liu Yunzhi was somewhat surprised. The Buddhist community, as described by Li Ruoyu, seemed quite different from his understanding. Note: The "@" symbol in Chinese text is often used as a placeholder or to indicate emphasis, and usually does not carry any specific meaning.
"I don't know where you heard that they are compassionate, but it is said that on the Mount Sumeru in the Western Region, there is the lineage of the great emperor Amitabha Buddha. It is said that he sweeps the floor without harming ants and cherishes the glow of moths around the lamp. However, his descendants... are quite sinister and wicked."
Li Ruoyu's eyes seemed empty as he looked into the distance, seemingly reminiscing about something. "In any case, if you ever come across them one day, you must be extremely careful. They are definitely not as good as they claim to be. They are more like a cult rather than Buddhism."
刘云志有些心惊，李若愚如此郑重的告诫，绝对不会是无的放矢，这一刻他想到了斗战胜佛，一位大圣手持古皇兵，最终却诚心皈依佛门，说是妖邪，也许真的不为过。
"Let's not say anything else, let's talk about the origin of cultivation, the sea of suffering."
“万物皆有初生发始之地，树有年轮，人有命轮，脐下三寸凡人借以生子，修士借以生身，是修士一身修行的根本所在。”
老人开始一句一顿的解说，说的很慢，并不玄奥，话语普通，意思却很明确，没有天降瑞彩，没有地涌金莲，最普通的话语，却讲述了修行最根本的秘密。
The term "Lunhai" is divided into "lun" and "hai". "Lun" refers to the wheel of destiny, while "hai" refers to the sea of suffering. The sea of suffering engulfs the wheel of destiny and coexists with it. As time goes by, the sea of suffering erodes and gradually shatters the wheel of destiny.
"In the ancient times, it was rumored that cultivators only cultivated the Wheel of Life and neglected other aspects, yet they could still become formidable. However, it was difficult for them to attain longevity, and ultimately, they would succumb to eternal rest."
Liu Yunzhi has experienced the feeling of breaking through obstacles and seeing the light. In the past, he believed that beneath the sea of suffering was the cycle of fate, which was the foundation of cultivators. The bigger the cycle, the stronger one becomes. However, today he realizes that things are not as simple as they seem.
Has anyone ever crossed the sea of suffering? Liu Yunzhi was curious about the essence of this sea of suffering. Why is it endless?
Never has anyone crossed it completely. Later, cultivators discovered that in order to cross the sea of suffering, one must become immortal. However, becoming immortal requires an even longer lifespan. Therefore, they cultivated the divine bridge to reach the other side and explore different realms of the physical body. This is the divine bridge and the realm beyond."
Next, Li Ruoyu began to meticulously break down the four realms of Lunhai, providing detailed explanations. Liu Yunzhi listened intently, as this knowledge was crucial for him. It involved the fundamentals of cultivation and the foundation of forging the Dao.
According to the old man, in cultivation, one should first focus on improving one's physical strength. Only when a cultivator has a strong body can the wheel of life become stronger. Once the wheel of life becomes stronger, it becomes easier to sense its position.
After feeling the position of the Wheel of Life, use substances with spiritual energy. Most ordinary sects use herbal potions, while powerful sects naturally possess more precious spirit rice or similar items. They consume these substances to refine vital energy needed by the human body and break through the Sea of Suffering.
After breaking through the bitter sea, one still needs to constantly explore and expand until it becomes strong enough to feel the wheel of life.
The bitter sea is black, boundless. The wheel of life is beneath the bitter sea, and every year, the bitter sea leaves a mark on the wheel of life. It continues until the wheel of life can no longer bear it and shatters, marking the end of the cultivator's life.
In order to achieve longevity, it is necessary to prevent the erosion of the bitter sea. This can be done by communicating with the wheel of life and opening a passage on the bitter sea, leading directly to the seabed. By doing so, the vitality of the wheel of life will flourish, enabling the extension of lifespan. However, this approach only addresses the symptoms rather than the root cause.
So, the cultivator needs to gather the essence expelled by the Life Wheel in large quantities, condense it into liquid form, forming a divine spring that will surge through the Sea of Bitterness, opening a path. Along with the Life Wheel, it will solidify into a pool, which is called the Fountain of Life. Translated content: So, the cultivator needs to gather the essence expelled by the Life Wheel in large quantities, condense it into liquid form, forming a divine spring that will surge through the Sea of Bitterness, opening a path. Along with the Life Wheel, it will solidify into a pool, which is called the Fountain of Life.
At this point, the cultivator can barely be considered a cultivator. The realm of the bitter sea can only be regarded as a powerful mortal, while the realm of the life spring gradually becomes extraordinary. The wellspring of divine power never runs dry, with an endless supply of divine power and limitless magical energy.
With sufficient mana, one can unleash spells and even fly, and the divine rainbow used by cultivators for flying is called the "Spring of Destiny's Radiance".
In fact, reaching this point is already considered the entirety of the true "Wheel Sea Secret Realm". However, powerful cultivators of the Wheel Sea realm naturally refuse to accept their fate and desire to strengthen other parts of their bodies as well.
In this process, continuous accumulation is needed to transform the physical body, expand the sea of suffering to its limits, and ultimately, elevate the entire Wheel Sea.
Eventually, a spring of life gushes forth beams of divine light, transforming into rainbows and forming a bridge between heaven and earth, extending towards that unknown, endless direction. This is the realm of the Divine Bridge.
一个普通的神桥境界打苦海境界，就像打蝼蚁一般，中间的差别十分巨大，这是质的差距。
而神桥境界是一个艰巨，漫长，苦涩，坚苦的过程，苦海无边无际，无边无涯，这中间需要大智慧，大勇气，大毅力，也需要一点点运气，才能正确的，将神桥，修到彼岸。
In this process, the cultivator will encounter various difficulties and obstacles, including illusory fantasies, inner confusion, interference from others, and various ups and downs in life. Only by awakening to their true nature and staying steadfast can the cultivator reach the other shore.
Of course, with sharpening, there will be transformation. Not only will the physical body transform again in this process, but even the spirit and soul will ascend. Ultimately, it is necessary for the divine and the shell to merge, transcend the self, and find the true self in order to harness the bridge of gods and reach the other side.
到达彼岸以后修士也许是太累了，肉身脏腑骨骼，全都会枯朽，修士需要看破生死之谜，连续蜕变九次，最终才会破茧化蝶，彻底将这一秘境修行圆满。
The four realms of Luo Hai are extremely difficult to achieve for ordinary cultivators, akin to reaching the heavens. Each small realm contains numerous secrets and points of attention, which determine the achievements of a cultivator's lifetime.
"So it turns out that cultivation is so difficult!" Liu Yunzhi let out a long sigh, feeling relieved as he finally realized the many secrets and thrilling aspects of the realm of the Everlasting Sea.
At this moment, the mountains before him no longer appeared as the mountains of the past, and the water before his eyes no longer seemed like the water of old. There was an added sense of heaviness, as if it was conveying the hardships of cultivation.
Li Ruoyu smiled contently and said, "How many years have you practiced until reaching this stage, yet you still speak of worries like a youth?"
Liu Yunzhi is somewhat difficult to mention. Compared to the arduous cultivation of ordinary people, he can be called an overnight success.
"I... probably about a year!"
"A year????" Li Ruoyu was also shocked. Despite knowing that Liu Yunzhi's cultivation was fast, he didn't expect it to be this fast, only a year.
"Then how did you manage to attain the other shore without any guidance?"
"I possess a technique that teaches me how to cultivate, but I only know the superficial aspects without understanding its deeper meaning. With some assistance and resources, I unintentionally managed to reach the other shore."
Liu Yunzhi felt embarrassed. Compared to the difficult cultivation of the old man in front of him, he could be said to have grown up standing on a rice jar.