Months passed, and during this time, Lu Fan observed an unexpected transformation within the Titan Array. It now produced low-grade Titan Qi spirit stones, something he had never anticipated. The discovery was astonishing; a structure that once served solely as an energy source had now evolved to generate condensed forms of Titan Qi. Though excited, Lu Fan decided to leave the array as it was for now, choosing to monitor its progress and potential without making immediate adjustments.
With his curiosity piqued, he turned his attention back to the spiritual water array. He wanted to see if any changes had occurred to the high-grade spiritual stones he had placed there earlier. Upon entering the spiritual spring, he immediately noticed that the pedestal, once made of black stone, had transformed. It was now partially jade—a remarkable metamorphosis that signified something unusual. The transformation extended only halfway down, with the top half of the pedestal now fully jade and the bottom still black stone. The high-grade spiritual stones were gone, replaced by what he identified as a "heart vein."
Lu Fan had read about heart veins before, though he had never seen one in person. This rare material had the potential to form a Level 1 spiritual vein, a foundational structure in cultivation that could significantly boost Qi concentration. Elated by his find, Lu Fan carefully extracted the heart vein from the pedestal. He then decided to use the magnet experiment, curious to see if the heart vein's presence would alter any of the patterns in the array.
Through persistent trials, he observed slight shifts in the patterns, subtle yet telling changes that suggested a compatibility between the heart vein and his array's configuration. He adjusted the spiritual spring array accordingly, and almost instantly, he felt a surge in Qi density. The array's intensity increased from low Level 2 to mid Level 2, a substantial improvement. Placing the heart vein at the center caused yet another enhancement, elevating the Qi level to top Level 2.
As a final touch to his improved spiritual pond, Lu Fan carefully placed the Level 2 lotus he had discovered previously into the spiritual pond. The lotus, a potent Qi accumulator, would further enrich the spring, deepening the array's benefits and enhancing the quality of Qi available within the area.
His attention then shifted back to the Titan Qi spirit stone. Using the magnet experiment, he analyzed the patterns within the spirit stone, keen to uncover any hidden configurations that might enhance his Titan Array. After several attempts, he succeeded in deciphering a new set of patterns. Implementing these modifications into the Titan Array resulted in a leap in potency; the array's concentration of Titan Qi now matched mid-Level 2. The stronger concentration of Qi inspired him to cultivate within the Titan Array, eager to experience firsthand the benefits of his hard work.
Over the course of a month, Lu Fan's Qi cultivation advanced smoothly, bringing him to Level 4. This achievement was particularly meaningful; it was at this level that the body's previous owner had met his end. But now, with his newfound strength and the amplified Qi environment, Lu Fan surpassed this barrier with ease. He continued his training with a renewed fervor, and after several more months of intense practice, he reached Level 6. The rapid growth puzzled him, prompting him to examine the underlying factors driving his success.
A startling realization struck him: he did not possess a Titan Qi spiritual root. Traditionally, a spiritual root tailored to a specific Qi type was essential for cultivating that energy. Previously, he had utilized his low-grade, five-elemental root to absorb elemental Qi, which he then painstakingly converted into Titan Qi. But now, he was directly absorbing Titan Qi—a process that defied the conventional need for a compatible spiritual root. This revelation meant that Titan Qi might be unique, accessible to cultivators regardless of their spiritual root type.
Curious to test his theory, Lu Fan gave one of the Titan Qi spirit stones to his wife. He observed closely, hoping it might interact with her energy the way it did with his. However, the spirit stone showed no reaction; her cultivation was not affected. Despite his earlier suspicions, this confirmed that a unique factor was enabling his ability to harness Titan Qi. Further contemplation revealed that he was utilizing his entire spectrum of spiritual roots, not just one, to absorb and refine Titan Qi. This multifaceted approach was likely a major contributor to his accelerated cultivation rate.