FVN Chapter 162 On Yin and Yang
Chapter 162 On Yin and Yang
Chapter 162 On Yin and Yang
As he narrated, the power of the four elements manifested in the void, causing the earth to rise and rivers to flow.
At times, flames blaze and storms rage; at other times, water and fire clash, wind fuels the fire, and the earth settles while the wind howls. These four forces are not isolated, but rather transform and restrain each other in a mysterious balance.
"I control the four banana trees, and I have come to understand their true meaning. It is not about controlling them, but about returning to the origin."
By harnessing the power of the four elements, returning to the origin, and nourishing my carefree true nature, I can transcend superficiality and achieve a state of freedom with a solid foundation. This is the way of "returning the four elements to their origin and guarding the oneness of carefree existence."
As he spoke, the clouds in the sky changed, sometimes transforming into dragons and tigers, sometimes dispersing into mist and haze, but the core point of spiritual light never dissipated, as if confirming his path.
The Great Way of Red Clouds, while pursuing spiritual transcendence, also demonstrates its profound understanding and mastery of the foundations of the world.
After Hongyun finished speaking, she looked at Zhen Yuanzi. Zhen Yuanzi understood, slowly closed his eyes, and then opened them again.
The moment he opened his eyes, the entire Wuzhuang Temple, no, the entire Wanshou Mountain's earth veins seemed to breathe in unison with him.
He did not look up at the sky, but instead focused his gaze on the earth beneath his feet. His voice was deep and resonant, as if it came from the depths of the earth: "Fellow Daoist Hongyun seeks to transcend the Four Symbols and return to the origin, observing celestial phenomena to attain freedom. However, my path lies in bearing, in the foundation."
He stretched out his right hand, palm facing upward, and a wisp of pure earth essence emerged, evolving into a scene of undulating mountains, flowing rivers, and the birth and death of all things.
"The earth, with its profound virtue, bears all things and nourishes all living beings. It is silent, yet it contains profound truths. As heaven moves with strength, earth is receptive. The way of the earth lies in its weight, its stability, its inclusiveness, and its nurturing power."
"I take the Earth of the Defender as my foundation, and incorporate the Five Elements to create chaos." The scene in his palm changed again. Within the essence of the Earth of the Defender, a point of golden light from the origin of the central Wuji Apricot Yellow Banner shone, stabilizing the earth, water, fire, and wind.
Immediately following, the fiery essence of the Southern Flame Banner surged, bringing light and warmth;
Subsequently, although the newly acquired Northern Xuan Yuan Water Control Flag's aura was not fully refined, it still drew upon the power of water spirits, transforming into clouds, rain, frost, and snow to nourish the earth.
The elements of earth, fire, and water flowed ceaselessly in his palm; though not yet fully formed, they already revealed their all-encompassing nature.
The rudiments of evolving chaos.
"The earth's essence is not merely the land itself, but the foundation of all tangible and material things, the basis for the birth and death of all things. Stabilizing the earth's veins is stabilizing the foundation of the primordial world; regulating the five elements is harmonizing the energy of heaven and earth."
My "Creative Earth Scripture" aims to use this earth as a foundation to bear and evolve everything, ultimately encompassing the Heavenly Dao and achieving the Primordial Chaos.
Zhen Yuanzi's voice was not loud, but it carried an undeniable firmness and grand ambition.
His path is the path of foundation, the path of support, and even more so, the path of ambitious transcendence.
As he spoke, the entire Wuzhuang Temple resounded with Taoist energy, the earth's veins surged with joy, and the four-symbol banana trees shone brightly, as if echoing their master's teachings.
Even the innate gourd vine in the corner swayed slightly, its absorption and release of spiritual energy becoming more active.
Hongyun's eyes flashed as he listened, and he clapped his hands in praise: "Brother Dao's Dao is becoming increasingly profound and powerful! The solidity of its foundation is rarely seen in the primordial world!"
The Yin-Yang Daoist's expression grew increasingly solemn. From Zhen Yuanzi's Daoist teachings, he sensed not only magical power and realm, but also a grandeur and profundity akin to the Dao itself.
In particular, the idea of the earth bearing and evolving chaos caused even this ancient being, who was born from a chaotic demon god, to feel a sense of shock and—a sense of apprehension. This child's path has boundless potential!
When Zhen Yuanzi finished explaining and calmly looked at Yin Yang Dao Ren, Yin Yang Dao Ren took a deep breath, knowing it was his turn.
Whether he can demonstrate enough value to earn the right to equal dialogue or even alliance depends on this one move.
The Yin-Yang Taoist did not speak immediately, but slowly stood up.
He raised his hands slightly, and a point of extremely dark, yin energy appeared in the palm of his left hand, deep and cold, as if it could freeze the soul; a point of extremely bright, yang energy pulsed in the palm of his right hand, blazing and radiant, as if it could purify all things.
"The paths of the two fellow Daoists, one of transcendence and carefree spirit, and the other of profound responsibility and steadfastness, are both worthy of my admiration."
He spoke slowly, his voice carrying a unique rhythm, as if the sound of the Great Dao was echoing.
"Yet all things in heaven and earth carry yin and embrace yang, and achieve harmony through the interaction of these energies. Isolated yin cannot produce life, and solitary yang cannot grow. This is the foundation of chaos and creation, and also the principle of the primordial order."
He slowly brought his hands together, and the two energies of extreme yin and extreme yang did not annihilate each other. Instead, under the guidance of a mysterious force, they began to circle and merge, evolving into a slowly rotating yin-yang tai chi diagram.
This Tai Chi diagram is not static, but constantly changing and evolving. There is Yin within Yang and Yang within Yin. Life and death, movement and stillness, emptiness and fullness, hardness and softness—all kinds of opposing yet unified Daoist principles flow endlessly within it.
"My Great Dao is the principle of Yin and Yang, the way of balance." The Yin-Yang Daoist's gaze was profound, as if he had seen through the essence of all things in the world.
"Observe the heavens and the earth, the alternation of the sun and moon is yin and yang; observe things and understand people, male and female are yin and yang; observe the Tao and comprehend the law, the rise and fall of purity and turbidity are yin and yang. Yin and yang are not only opposites, but also transform, balance, and harmonize."
He pointed to the rotating Tai Chi diagram: "Excessive rigidity leads to breakage, while excessive softness leads to decay. The struggle for supremacy among the three races may seem to be at its peak, but in reality, their excessive strength has caused them to lose balance, thus giving rise to calamity."
The Way of Heaven manifests itself in a strict order, but without a trace of chaotic yin as a buffer, the rigidity of its yang side will stifle infinite possibilities.
What I seek is to discern the waxing and waning of Yin and Yang amidst this chaotic and primordial chaos, to maintain a delicate balance, to find opportunities within that balance, and to seek transcendence through transformation. This is the Way of Yin-Yang Balance.
As he explained, the illusory image of the Taiji diagram gradually expanded, eventually encompassing Hongyun's carefree cloud energy and Zhenyuanzi's profound earth vein energy.
Clouds drift across the earth's veins, and the earth's veins carry the clouds. Under the harmonization of Yin and Yang forces, the two not only do not conflict, but instead present a strange state of harmonious coexistence.
Even the aura of the three five-directional flags within Zhen Yuanzi's body was drawn in, and the three elements of earth, fire, and water flowed more smoothly and naturally under the guidance of the Yin-Yang Daoist rhythm.
This scene caused a glint to flash in Zhen Yuanzi's eyes. He deeply felt the profound mystery and practicality of the Yin-Yang Daoist path.
It is not about suppressing others with force, but about breaking the deadlock with skill and using balance to control all things.
This may play an unexpected and crucial role in the complex and ever-changing prehistoric landscape of the future, especially in dealing with the Heavenly Dao and even in the struggle against other powerful beings.
Hongyun also dropped his joking tone and clicked his tongue in amazement: "What a yin-yang old man! Your way of balancing things is quite smooth! However, it certainly has its unique aspects."
The three Primordial Golden Immortals each expounded on the fundamental principles of their own Great Dao.
Although there was no direct contest of magical power, through the clash and verification of these fundamental principles, they gained a deeper understanding of each other's strength, realm, and potential.
The last trace of doubt in Zhen Yuanzi's heart dissipated. This Yin-Yang Daoist was not only powerful enough, but his Daoist philosophy also did not fundamentally conflict with his own, and could even complement him in some aspects.
The value of this discussion has exceeded expectations.
He first dispersed the Daoist aura surrounding him, raised his teacup, and smiled, saying, "Fellow Daoist Yin Yang is indeed highly accomplished. This principle of Yin-Yang balance, transformation, and harmony has greatly benefited me. Fellow Daoist, please have some tea."
Hongyun laughed heartily and raised her glass as well.
Seeing this, the Yin-Yang Taoist knew that he had passed the test of the Dao.
He dispersed the Yin-Yang symbol, sat down again, picked up his teacup, and felt a sense of clarity in his mind. Now, it was time to get down to business.
"Fellow Daoist, you flatter me."
The Yin-Yang Daoist took a sip of the spiritual tea and felt a lingering fragrance on his lips and teeth, and a clear mind. He put down the teacup, looked at Zhen Yuanzi, and his tone became solemn.