Capítulo 6: Building Illusions, Treading My Destiny.
"Author's Note: Thank you also to those who have given me the Power Stone.And thank you as well to my friends who have given me suggestions. Don't hesitate to share your advice with me, as I truly need your suggestions."
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Xiong Huanxian sat in her small room, the air heavy with silence, accompanied only by the dim flicker of a small candle. In front of her, the Gifted Glow Gu shimmered with a soft, ever-changing light—blue, green, pink. The light seemed to dance across its crystalline surface, exuding a mysterious and majestic aura.
Huanxian took a deep breath, trying to calm her mind. She knew that refining a Gu was a process not to be taken lightly. Many Gu Masters had failed in this endeavor due to lack of concentration or insufficient willpower to subdue the wild will within the Gu. But she could not afford to fail. This Gu was far too valuable to be wasted.
"Stay calm," Huanxian muttered to herself. She closed her eyes, allowing her thoughts to flow like water. "Focus... There is no room for error."
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Refining a wild Gu is a challenging process. As a Gu Master, Huanxian needed to force her will into the Gu, subdue its wild will, and replace it with her own. However, the Gifted Glow Gu was a rank-three Gu. Its refinement difficulty was far greater compared to rank-one or rank-two Gu.
She began preparing the primeval essence from her aperture. The copper-green liquid shimmered faintly as she directed it toward the Gifted Glow Gu. Huanxian stared at the liquid for a moment, aware that every drop was precious. In her heart, she repeated words to steel her resolve.
"Gifted Glow Gu... You will be mine," she whispered with unwavering determination.
She infused a small amount of primeval essence into the Gifted Glow Gu. As soon as the liquid touched the crystalline surface, the Gu's glow intensified, as if it were resisting taming. A faint humming sound emerged, but to Huanxian, it felt like a scream of defiance.
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The Battle of Wills
The wild will of the Gifted Glow Gu struck back, storming into Huanxian's mind with astonishing force. It felt as if she were being hurled into a raging mental tempest. Strange visions appeared in her mind—blue flames burning fiercely, howling winds, and shadowy figures resembling illusory creatures.
Huanxian gritted her teeth, resisting the assault with every ounce of her willpower. She constructed a mental fortress, envisioning herself as an unyielding rock amidst the crashing waves of the sea.
"You are no longer your own!" she shouted inwardly. "You are mine!"
Slowly but steadily, she forced her will deeper into the Gifted Glow Gu, penetrating layer after layer of wild will. Each layer felt like climbing a steep, treacherous mountain, but Huanxian refused to give up.
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After a long struggle, Huanxian felt something shift. The wild will within the Gifted Glow Gu began to weaken. The light within the crystal gradually stabilized, and its shimmering colors softened, no longer aggressive.
At last, the Gu stopped resisting. Huanxian felt a strong connection between herself and the Gifted Glow Gu, like a bridge that had just been built. She knew the Gu was now hers.
Huanxian opened her eyes, her breath ragged. Cold sweat dripped from her forehead, but a small smile formed on her lips. She held the Gifted Glow Gu in both hands, feeling the warm and peaceful energy flowing from it.
"Success," she said softly, her voice filled with satisfaction.
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After successfully refining the Gifted Glow Gu, Xiong Huanxian gazed at the tetrahedron-shaped crystal Gu with a mix of relief and anticipation. The Gu was now entirely hers. The wild will within it was no more.
She held the Gu tightly, feeling the warm energy emanating from it. "It's time," she murmured softly. "With this, I'll carve a new path in my life."
Huanxian focused her thoughts and carefully placed the Gifted Glow Gu into her aperture. As soon as the Gu touched the primeval essence within her aperture, the crystal began to vibrate and emit a soft light that grew steadily brighter.
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Turmoil Within the Aperture
The Gifted Glow Gu began to dissolve slowly inside Huanxian's aperture, releasing an immense amount of energy. The Gu's gentle light transformed into a burst of brilliance that filled the entire aperture. What was once a tranquil space was now in complete upheaval.
Huanxian felt her body grow hot, as if the light was not only affecting her aperture but also her body and soul. She gritted her teeth, enduring the searing heat that surged all the way to her fingertips.
The light from the Gifted Glow Gu continued to envelop her entire aperture, touching its walls, which appeared as transparent boundaries. Gradually, those walls began to expand, pushed outward by the overwhelming energy released by the Gu.
"What is this…?!" Huanxian thought, equal parts astonished and awed. She could feel her aperture growing, surpassing its original limits. The process felt like opening new space, providing more capacity for her primeval essence.
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After a while, the light that filled the aperture began to fade, transforming into a stable, soft glow. Huanxian's aperture walls, which were once limited, had now expanded, becoming 20% larger than before. From an aperture size of 57%, it had now grown to 77%.
Huanxian exhaled deeply, feeling the significant change within her. She didn't just feel stronger; she felt more capable.
"77%..." she whispered, almost in disbelief. She gazed into her aperture, admiring how much larger the space had become. The primeval essence filling her aperture felt more stable and richer, as if she had ascended to a whole new level.
"I now have B-grade talent," she murmured, her eyes shining with excitement.
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After the light that filled her aperture faded, Xiong Huanxian leaned weakly against her bed. Her body was drenched in sweat, and her breath came in ragged gasps. The process of refining the Gifted Glow Gu, a rank three Gu, turned out to be much more grueling than she had imagined.
"I really pushed myself..." she thought, wiping the sweat from her brow. Despite the success of the process, her body felt as though it had just fought a wild beast.
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Huanxian glanced at the small pouch containing primeval stones nearby. With trembling hands, she opened the pouch and counted its contents. Of the 32 primeval stones she had previously, only 15 remained.
"17 primeval stones spent just to refine the Gifted Glow Gu..." she murmured. She felt a slight relief that the Gu was in such a weakened state, allowing the refining process to be completed even though she was only a rank one Gu Master. If not, her efforts might have failed, and she could have even been injured by the Gu's resistance.
She stared at the remaining primeval stones in her hand, realizing how precious each one was in her journey. "I have to be more careful from now on," she thought. "If I keep running out of primeval stones, this journey will become much harder."
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A Success That Brings Hope
Despite the exhaustion and the loss of many primeval stones, Huanxian couldn't hide the overwhelming sense of satisfaction within her. With an aperture of 77%, she now had a B-rank talent, something she had once only dreamed of.
"It's all worth it," she said softly, trying to reassure herself. "With this talent, I can go further. I just need to make sure that every step I take from here on is carefully thought out."
She sat still for a moment, catching her breath and focusing her thoughts. Although her body was tired, her spirit remained ignited. She knew that the real struggle had just begun.
After the exhaustion and satisfaction from the transformation she had just undergone, Xiong Huanxian sat cross-legged on her bed, allowing her body and mind to relax. However, her eyes kept glancing toward the precious items she had gathered from her father's inheritance, especially the Gu from Illusion Path.
The Mirage Amplifier and Perception Veil glimmered in the dim light, as if radiating an irresistible allure. Huanxian felt a strange pull, as though her heart was speaking to her, urging her to look deeper into this path.
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Contemplating the Rare Path
"Illusion Path..." she murmured to herself. This path was indeed unpopular, even considered impractical by many Gu Masters. Illusion Path Gu Masters were rare in the world, because this path required high intelligence, sharp intuition, and skill in the art of manipulation.
Yet, precisely because of this, the path held a unique allure for Huanxian. She began to consider the strengths and weaknesses of becoming a Gu Master of Illusion Path.
Huanxian closed her eyes, imagining a future if she followed this path. Could she rely on Illusion Path to survive in the dangerous Gu world?
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However, the more she thought about it, the more her heart leaned toward this path. The inheritance she had discovered was no coincidence. Gu like Mirage Amplifier, Perception Veil, and the documents left behind by a Rank 3 Gu Master seemed like signs that she was destined to walk this path.
"Why am I hesitating?" she thought. "Illusion Path Gu Masters may be rare, but precisely because of that, this path is filled with limitless possibilities. If I can master it, I will become someone unpredictable, someone who can control the battlefield without ever lifting a weapon."
This thought gave her new resolve. Though difficult, she knew that Illusion Path could make her unique in this world full of competition.
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Xiong Huanxian opened her eyes, staring at the Illusion Path Gu in her hand. The Gu shimmered like a pearl, containing a small rainbow within it.
"This is my path," she finally decided. "Illusion Path may be difficult and rare, but I will make it my strength. I will find a way to turn the weaknesses of this path into advantages. With this inheritance, I have a solid foundation to start."
Huanxian let out a long sigh, feeling relieved by the decision she had made. She knew this choice would bring great challenges, but she was not afraid.
"This world is full of paths already walked by others," she thought, a smile slowly appearing on her face. "But I will create my own path. The path of illusions will be my destiny."
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With her resolve firmly set, Xiong Huanxian began to plan her next steps in developing the Illusion Path. The inheritance she had found was not only a source of strength but also a symbol of the vast potential hidden within her.
Inside her, she felt that the Illusion Path would take her to a place far beyond what she had ever imagined. The world of Gu, full of intrigue, now had a new player who would blur the boundaries between reality and illusion.
"Illusion Path is my path. And I will prove that illusions can become reality."
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After solidifying her decision to pursue the Illusion Path, Xiong Huanxian paused for a moment to reflect on her next steps. The Illusion Path was a unique and challenging path, and she knew that to begin this journey, she needed a vital Gu that was suitable. Her gaze fell upon the Mirage Amplifier Gu.
"This Gu..." she thought, holding it carefully. Its shape, resembling a transparent pearl with colorful liquid inside, captivated her attention. The small waves moving within gave the impression that the Gu had a life of its own.
"Mirage Amplifier Gu is the perfect choice," Huanxian thought. "Its ability to enhance illusions and expand their scope is ideal for an Illusion Path Gu Master. This Gu may be rank one, but its potential is extraordinary."
A vital Gu is the core of a Gu Master. It is the Gu that is constantly stored within the aperture, symbolizing the path the Gu Master has chosen. With the Mirage Amplifier Gu as her vital Gu, Huanxian felt she had taken the first real step in her Illusion Path journey.
Huanxian took a deep breath, preparing herself for the refinement process. After refining the Gifted Glow Gu, she felt more confident, though her body was still slightly fatigued. However, she knew that refining a rank one Gu like the Mirage Amplifier Gu would be much easier compared to the rank three Gu she had refined earlier.
She placed the Mirage Amplifier Gu in the palm of her hand and began channeling her primeval essence into it. The refinement process began. Slowly, she forced her will into the Gu, taming the wild essence within.
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Time passed...
After a few minutes, the Gu stopped resisting. The color waves inside began to move more smoothly, as if accepting Huanxian's presence as its owner. The Gu was now completely hers.
"Success," Huanxian muttered with a satisfied smile. The refinement process had consumed five primeval stones, far fewer than the previous process.
After refining the Mirage Amplifier Gu, Huanxian channeled her primeval essence to store the Gu in her aperture. She closed her eyes, aligning her senses with her aperture.
At the center of her aperture, she saw the Mirage Amplifier Gu "playing." The colorful liquid inside swirled like a dance, creating a mesmerizing mirage effect.
"This is the beginning of my path," she thought. "With Mirage Amplifier Gu as the core of my power, I will build a solid foundation to become a great Illusion Path Gu Master."
After completing the refinement process and safely storing the Mirage Amplifier Gu in her aperture, Huanxian felt exhaustion begin to take over her body. Today had been a long day, full of both physical and mental challenges.
She carefully stored the other Gu, ensuring everything was safely kept in her secret space. Afterward, she lay on her bed, closing her eyes.
"The first step has been taken. But this journey is still long."
That thought was the last before she drifted off to sleep, her body resting as her mind slowly sank into dreams—dreams of illusions, light, and the power yet to come.
With the Mirage Amplifier Gu as her vital Gu, Xiong Huanxian had taken a significant step on the Illusion Path. The world around her may not yet recognize her presence, but slowly, she was beginning to build the foundation for a future full of uncertainty and potential.
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"How about the longer chapter, this chapter with more than 2000 words"
"Sorry, I forgot to explain here why the MC was able to perfect the third rank gu. Because the gu was in a very weak state. Yes, all the gu he got from inheritance were in a weak state. Do you think this is too forced?"
end of chapter.
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