"No matter how powerful one becomes, they all start from having no cultivation, progressing step by step through the Acquired Realm, Innate, Myriad Manifestations, and other stages. Why must they assume the demeanor of the strong once they reach a high realm?"

Jiang Chen continued:

"When these people present themselves as strong, have they ever thought about those powerful figures who acted the same when they were at a low level? Have they ever considered their own feelings back then? Why can't those of higher realms coexist equally with cultivators of lower realms?"

Jian Cangqiong and others were all inwardly shaken.

Jiang Chen's words somewhat overturned their understanding, as they had grown up in the Void Nether Realm, accustomed to the demeanor of the strong mentioned by Jiang Chen.

At this moment, hearing Jiang Chen's discourse, it felt paradoxical yet thought-provoking.

Yun Tao and Jian Wuheng's eyes revealed a glimmer of deep thought, as Jiang Chen's words echoed in their minds. They seemed to grasp something but couldn't quite fathom it, their brows furrowing involuntarily.

The fleeting inspiration seemed very important to them!

"The strong are concerned with face, the weak with life, which leads to no genuine communication between people, especially between the strong and the weak!"

Jiang Chen, seemingly moved, continued speaking to himself: "This has made the world increasingly respect the strong, with the strong standing high above and the weak needing to look up. Must they look up? Is this mindset right or wrong?"

"No one can know the answer, but cultivators cultivate both the Dao and the heart. When they engage in polite pretenses for the sake of face, when they smile falsely for the sake of life, does that truly conform to the heart's state? Is it truly driven by the Dao Heart? At that time, is a cultivator's Dao Heart as solid as it appears on the surface?"

While saying these words, Jiang Chen's eyes revealed a hint of ancient sorrow.

Roar!

A dragon's roar resounded in the Sea of Consciousness, shaking the depths as if Jiang Chen's words resonated with the True Dragon Martial Spirit, or perhaps the True Dragon Martial Spirit influenced Jiang Chen, endowing him with such insight!

Hu Yiqiu looked at Jiang Chen with complicated yet relieved eyes, his expression unprecedentedly serious.

He thought of the always kind Jiang Chen, remembered Jiang Chen's desperate fight for Molten Fire Town despite knowing he couldn't win.

He thought of Jiang Chen selflessly handing over the God Concealing Spirit Herb, thought of Jiang Chen wholeheartedly guiding Yun Tao and others, thought of Jiang Chen reprimanding Sang Zhenye and Bu Fuqi in Sang Zhirou's boudoir!

Kind to others, bloodthirsty in battle, selflessly teaching, with unyielding integrity!

These seemingly conflicting emotions were all displayed in Jiang Chen alone.

You have always persisted in being yourself, staying true to yourself. This is your Dao, isn't it?

Selfless yet not selfish, kind yet not lacking in battle, kid, your Dao is the closest to reality, yet the hardest!

Keep going! Walk your own path and reach the Pinnacle of Saint Transformation!

Hu Yiqiu's eyes reflected comfort and expectation, with a glimmer of firmness when looking at Jiang Chen.

I am your master, but at this moment, I only wish to be your Protector!

Kid, you have the shadow of the ancestors within you, let me accompany you to witness the miracle, let me see what the birth of a Peak Saint looks like!

"Dao Heart!"

"Dao Heart!"

Yun Tao and Jian Wuheng both whispered to themselves, a flash of brilliance erupting from their eyes.

They both sat cross-legged on the ground, exuding a mysterious wave.

"Have they attained enlightenment?"

Sang Zhenye glanced at Yun Tao and Jian Wuheng in surprise, speaking in amazement.

He was indeed touched by Jiang Chen's words, but only somewhat. To him, the strong ruled, and the weak should be dutiful before the strong. This was a deeply ingrained belief after living for thousands of years.

Wu Xianxia glanced at Yun Tao and Jian Wuheng, then at Jiang Chen, her eyes shifting as if she had some thoughts.

Jian Cangqiong smiled slightly, turning to give Jiang Chen a deep look as he observed Jian Wuheng attaining enlightenment.

He felt incredibly grateful now that he hadn't refused when Jian Wuheng asked to train with Jiang Chen. Now, it seemed that these days of following Jiang Chen had influenced Jian Wuheng subtly, changing not only his control of power but also something more important!

Jiang Chen glanced at Yun Tao and Jian Wuheng, smiled slightly, cupped his hands, and nodded towards Hu Yiqiu and the others: "Apologies for letting Master, the Dean, and the two seniors hear my rants."

After a pause, Jiang Chen looked at Sang Zhenye and Wu Xianxia: "Elder Sang, Elder Wu, once I can heal Senior Brother's injuries, I will be able to treat Junior Sister Sang!"

"Heal him?"

Sang Zhenye gave a look at Yun Tao, engaged in enlightenment, frowning slightly.

"Senior Brother can suppress his injuries, and I have already treated him once. Even if there's a slight mistake, he can detect it himself and remind me to correct it in time."

Jiang Chen explained softly: "As for Junior Sister, she cannot suppress her condition. Any treatment error would undoubtedly prove fatal. Treating such Great Dao Foundation injuries is a first for me as well, so it is better to be cautious."

The group quickly understood, casting glances at Yun Tao, who still didn't know he had become Jiang Chen's 'test subject.'

However, any cultivator capable of suppressing their own injuries would be eager to offer themselves in hopes of healing their Great Dao Foundation wounds. Who would refuse this chance?

"Mr Jiang, I wonder..."

Sang Zhenye hesitated for a moment, his tone slightly expectant: "Could you take a look at my wife's and my injuries?"

Jiang Chen was slightly taken aback, his eyes showing a trace of surprise.

"Indeed!"

Jian Cangqiong responded, expectantly saying: "Jiang Chen, Elder Sang and Elder Wu's injuries are also Great Dao Foundation wounds. See if you can..."

Jiang Chen blinked, slightly stunned, wondering why there were suddenly two more patients.

"To check the injuries... I need to enter your Sea of Consciousness to inspect!"

Jiang Chen hesitated for a moment before speaking softly.

Sang Zhenye and Wu Xianxia, both at the late Integration Realm stage, had secrets of their own cultivation hidden in their Sea of Consciousness, which were unchangeable secrets.

At the Integration Realm, their cultivation is mostly formed, and to further ascend, they must become Peak Saints, which is exceedingly difficult!

Thus, unless necessary, those at the Integration Path stage would never allow others to view their Sea of Consciousness. If someone learns about their Sea of Consciousness, they could spy on their Dao insights and find ways to defeat them specifically.

"You may!"

Wu Xianxia replied without hesitation.

Sang Zhenye was taken aback, glancing at Wu Xianxia and nodding lightly.

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