novelraw Chapter 259 252: Southern Dipper
Chapter 259 252: Southern Dipper
The two people lying on the stretchers were none other than Jiang Jiushan of the Dizang Sect and Ji Yunzhou of the Seven Spirits Sect.
However, neither of them was in good condition at the moment.
Jiang Jiushan's body was unscarred, and while his vital signs were weak, they were stable. The problem was that the Saint Awakening masters present could not detect any significant fluctuations of consciousness from him. It was as if he were a walking corpse—his body was alive, but his Spirit was extinguished. In modern medical terms, he was in a vegetative state.
Meanwhile, Ji Yunzhou was in even worse shape than Jiang Jiushan. Several months had passed, yet despite the formidable constitution of a top-tier Martial Artist, his injuries showed no signs of healing. His entire body was wrapped in white bandages, and one could feel the chaotic and disorderly magnetic field within him. His bodily functions were on the verge of failing at any moment. If not for a yellow magnetic field belonging to the Chief Commissioner protecting him, his body would have collapsed long ago.
Of the two, one's Spirit had been extinguished by grievous injuries in battle. The other had shattered his Seven Spirits and forcibly removed his self-imposed limits, causing his bodily functions to become chaotic and preventing him from self-healing. He was just barely clinging to life.
Although they had both broken through that barrier, for various reasons, neither had fully overcome the subsequent ordeal.
In this era, the path to Saint Awakening was a path of nine deaths and one life. It had been the same for Zhou Yuanjue when he broke through. If he hadn't already comprehended the secrets of the Nirvana Fire—a power that was further enhanced after his breakthrough to Saint Awakening—he might have ended up in a state similar to Jiang Jiushan's.
"This is...?"
Everyone looked at the Chief Commissioner in confusion.
"This era belongs to the young. Unfortunately, the path to Saint Awakening is one of nine deaths and one life, and they have not yet fully overcome their trials. The best course of action would have been to let them overcome this tribulation on their own, but the current situation is special. The sooner they can awaken and recover, the greater the contribution they can make to the entire Martial Arts Realm. It is a rare opportunity to have so many Saint Awakening masters gathered in one place, so I would like to ask for your help in eliminating the hidden dangers and reawakening these two young men."
the Chief Commissioner said.
"What do you need us to do?"
Zhou Yuanjue asked.
The Chief Commissioner looked toward Daoist Bailong.
"Jiang Jiushan's condition is much better. With the power of the seven of us, we can simultaneously activate his own magnetic field. There's a high probability that will awaken him. The more troublesome one is Ji Yunzhou."
"His injuries are extremely severe. Because he proactively shattered his Seven Spirits, his body's magnetic field is in chaos, and he has almost completely lost his ability to self-heal. Without a powerful magnetic field constantly regulating his body, he would likely die from organ failure immediately. What we need to do this time is mainly to help him Reshape his Seven Spirits."
Daoist Bailong said.
"Reshape his Seven Spirits? How? I am familiar with the Secret Techniques of the Seven Spirits Sect. Once the Seven Spirits have been shattered, even a Saint Awakening master can only barely keep him alive. It's impossible to help him restore his body's magnetic field unless he relies on his own power."
Zhao Beidou said with a frown.
"Under normal circumstances, it would indeed be difficult. However, with the six of you, plus my Array, there might be a sliver of a chance."
Daoist Bailong said with a smile. His eyes brightened as he formed a Seal Technique with his hands, and his own magnetic field rapidly spread outward.
BUZZ!
The magnetic field within the courtyard shifted. The illusion of the Immortal Cave Heaven that had been covering the courtyard vanished, revealing the scene outside.
The sky was clear, moonlight spilled down, and the heavens were filled with stars.
Only then did everyone notice Yellow Paper Blood Banners planted throughout the courtyard, swaying gently.
Daoist Bailong's figure flickered. He quickly plucked all the Yellow Paper Blood Banners from the courtyard, then flicked his wrist.
SWISH SWISH SWISH!
Six Blood Banners shot from his hand and, in a special formation, plunged deep into the courtyard grounds.
"Arise!"
Daoist Bailong formed a Seal Technique, and a Life Magnetic Field instantly spread out. The six Yellow Paper Blood Banners began to move without any wind, and the crimson talismans on them seemed to glow faintly.
BUZZ!
Six beams of faint, silvery-white light descended from the heavens, enveloping the six small banners.
"Hm?"
Everyone in the courtyard seemed to sense something and looked up toward the source of the light.
In their vision, six stars in the sky were now shining with brilliant light. A portion of their starlight seemed to have been drawn down, converging upon this very courtyard.
The Southern Dipper Six Stars!
Everyone present recognized the origin of the six stars in the sky.
They expanded their own magnetic fields and, from within the six beams of starlight, sensed a powerful aura of life—a power that seemed similar in nature to the human Life Magnetic Field.
"The Southern Dipper governs life, the Beidou governs death. To think your Array can actually channel Starlight."
Zhao Beidou remarked with awe.
In ancient astrology, the Southern Dipper Six Stars were believed to have power over destiny, holding authority over fortunes, prosperity, and longevity. They were intimately related to life, which is why the ancient God of Longevity was also known as the South Pole Immortal Elder.
"Starlight, when projected onto the mortal world, is also a type of magnetic field. It just so happens that the magnetic field of the Southern Dipper Six Stars is similar to the human Life Magnetic Field. This Array of mine is called the 'Southern Dipper Tribulation Array.' It can gather the power of the Southern Dipper Six Stars to influence a person's Life Magnetic Field. It possesses a certain ability to repair and regulate the Life Magnetic Field, helping the body recover from injuries. It might be able to help Reshape Ji Yunzhou's Seven Spirits."
"However, drawing upon a star's magnetic field is no easy task. That is why I need everyone's help to activate the array's eyes and assist me in condensing the magnetic field. I must trouble you all to lend a hand."
Daoist Bailong said with a smile.
"That is a small matter. Besides, I've been wanting to witness for myself the profound mystery of a Spirit Guardian Descendant from the 'Xi' clan freely manipulating Magnetic Field Ability."
Zhao Beidou said with a nod.
A flicker of understanding crossed Zhou Yuanjue's face.
'The Southern Dipper Tribulation Array can draw upon the magnetic field projected onto the earth by the Southern Dipper Six Stars to repair and regulate the Life Magnetic Field...'
'If this Array can cure Ji Yunzhou's chaotic magnetic field, does that also mean it could be used to accelerate the repair of the magnetic field chaos I experience after removing my self-imposed limits? I wouldn't have to lie in bed for three months after getting injured, like last time.'
'If this recovery time could be shortened to a month, or even half a month... and if it could even be used in the middle of a battle... would that mean his Yin Yang Life and Death state could be prolonged?'
'However, communicating with the Star Magnetic Field isn't something that can be done easily, unless one is engaged in the Cultivation of a corresponding secret teaching, or possesses the Bloodline of a Spirit Guardian from the 'Xi' lineage, who can freely manipulate all kinds of magnetic fields.'
"Now then, please choose an array eye and take your position."
Daoist Bailong said.
Zhou Yuanjue composed himself and sat down at the position of the sixth palace of the Southern Dipper Six Stars, the "Upper Life Palace." He planned to get a feel for the specific effects of the magnetic field before making any further decisions.