Chapter 962: Chapter 35: Taixu Illusion Mirror (Part 2)
In three to five months, I wonder if my brothers can hold on until then, and how many will remain.
“Is there a quicker method? Preferably one that can succeed in three to five days.”
Shen Jizi smiled slightly, “Of course there is, otherwise why would I bring you this way?”
Xiao Jie was momentarily stunned upon hearing this, but quickly realized that perhaps Shen Jizi had long anticipated his rejection of the first two methods.
“That’s right, I had already guessed you would refuse the first two methods.” Shen Jizi said with a smile, as if he could see through Xiao Jie’s thoughts.
(Oh no, could this guy—the Immortal possibly know mind reading?)
“Don’t worry, I’m not skilled in mind reading, but what you think is driven by human nature, and it’s not difficult to deduce.”
Xiao Jie dared not think recklessly anymore. Although Shen Jizi claimed it wasn’t mind reading, Xiao Jie still felt a bit uneasy.
Shen Jizi continued to speak on his own: “Immortals and mortals are two completely different beings. The difference is that immortals can see the essence of this world, while mortals remain ignorant and blindly anxious about it.
Cultivation of immortality is cultivation of truth, and cultivation of truth is cultivation of the Dao, and what is called the ‘Dao’ is the essence of this world.
This third method is to open your Heavenly Eye. Once your Heavenly Eye is opened, you can naturally observe the subtle, comprehend the laws of all things, and the three realms and Five Elements will hold no secrets from you.
Moreover, with the Spiritual Energy in your body already sufficient, Ascension to Immortality will be as natural as flowing water.
However, opening the Heavenly Eye is not an easy task. It requires training through the arduous experiences of birth, age, illness, death, separation, and the cycle of life and death.
The mind is like a precious gem within stone—only when the external stubborn stone is polished cleanly can one achieve clarity and enlightenment.
But if polished too much, it might damage the mind. Although this third method is convenient and fast, it also poses great risks.
There have been mortals who came here in the past seeking immortality through this method, but some went mad, some became foolish, and some changed their nature, falling into the Demon Path. Eventually, we had to intervene.
So whether or not to choose this method is a decision you must make yourself.”
Upon hearing this, Xiao Jie thought for a moment and had an answer. The first two methods, though safe, consume too much time, which he cannot afford.
Only the third method would allow him to revive his teammates in time.
Furthermore, Xiao Jie was quite confident in his own gaming skills. After overcoming so many difficulties before, what is there to fear at the final stage? Confidently he said, “Immortal, why ask? If I were to refuse, would the Immortal still bring me along in this?”
“Hahaha, indeed you are clever—it has arrived.”
In front of them lay a tranquil side hall. As they entered, they saw a row of massive copper mirrors, each with a diameter of two meters, curiously not reflecting anything, not even the side hall itself.
Before two of the mirrors sat two Immortals.
The two Immortals gazed intently into the mirrors, in which scenes would appear, depicting the experiences they were currently undergoing.
In the first mirror, one Immortal was leading an army, charging through the battle formation, slaying on all sides. Follow current ɴᴏᴠᴇʟs on novelꜰire.net
In the other mirror, the other Immortal was embracing several beauties, drinking, laughing, and seeking pleasure.
Xiao Jie watched in surprise, vaguely guessing the purpose of the mirrors, while Shen Jizi continued to lead him to the third mirror.
“This is the Taixu Illusion Mirror, a Magic Treasure to assist you in opening your Heavenly Eye.”
“Are those two also here to open their Heavenly Eyes?”
Shen Jizi smiled, “No, no, they are Immortals. The Taixu Illusion Realm is merely a diversion for Immortals, for they have already realized that everything in the illusion is transient and not worth taking seriously; they come just to pass the time.
But for mortals, it is a trial of character between life and death.”
“So, how exactly should I proceed?”
Shen Jizi explained, “It’s simple. Soon, you will sit before this Taixu Illusion Mirror and gaze into it. When I activate the illusion, the Taixu Illusion Mirror will draw your mind and soul into it, and you’ll fall into an illusionary world where you’ll go through the long span of life—birth, age, illness, and death.
Everything in the illusionary world will be just like the real world, but you must remember, all this is illusory, not real. This is crucial to remember, for forgetting it might lead to losing oneself. Not only will the trial fail, but there is also a risk of mental damage.”
Xiao Jie was cautious, “And then?”
“Next, you must remember the second thing: do not speak to anyone in the Taixu Illusion Realm. Not a single word. If you utter even a word, the Taixu Illusion Mirror will realize you’re not an Immortal, and to protect the mortal mind, the Taixu Illusion Realm will eject you, making your trial a failure.”
Xiao Jie thought to himself, ‘Not saying a word, remembering this world is false,’ seems simple enough.
“Any other things to watch out for?”
“Yes, the third and most important thing is not to die in the illusion.”
Xiao Jie was shocked, “What happens if I die in the illusion? Would I die for real?”
“There is such a risk. If you forget this world is an illusion and take everything as real, then when you die in the illusion, your soul will also believe it’s truly dead, leading to it being scattered.”