Chapter 596: Chapter 337: Sole Heart, Li Xian’s Counterattack, Lady’s Miscalculation, Utterly Losing Composure

Du Gu Boyuan is renowned for the "Only I have a Heart Skill," which intricately ties to the "intent of the heart." Once the heart’s intent is damaged, one’s life force will be exhausted. Throughout his life, he possessed three great treasures: the jade seal of the You Country, the Only I have a Heart Skill, and the You Country totem.

He pushed open the stone door of the secret chamber. It was dim and lightless inside. Li Xian blew on the fire stick and lit all the oil lamps in the room, instantly filling it with bright light.

All three treasures were located there. Wen Caishang said, "Mr. Li, if I am correct, this place is the ’You Hall.’ The system of the You Country is peculiar, a Dynasty with two Emperors. One is the ’Visible Emperor,’ the other is the ’Hidden Emperor.’ The Visible Emperor is in the foreground, facing the world, though enjoying wealth and honor but without great power. The Hidden Emperor is secluded in a dark chamber, wielding great power while remaining hidden. The tomb of Du Gu Boyuan must follow this arrangement."

"All he amassed in his life should be within the You Hall! Others not knowing Du Gu Boyuan’s background or the strange system of the ’You Country,’ passed by great treasures without realizing, lacking this fortune, nor having much destiny."

Li Xian laughed, "Having you, my lady, is truly my great fortune." He saw Wen Caishang’s graceful demeanor, dignified and composed, gentle and appropriate, like his wife, like his teacher, always much stronger than him. Together, they seemed like immortal companions, endlessly happy. Yet when temper flared, she was extremely difficult to handle. Complex entanglements, hard to explain clearly. At this moment, she was restricted in every way, and he thought it a chance to turn the tables and tease her. But once out of the main hall, she being as formidable as she was, revenge would be bitter indeed. 𝑓𝑟𝑒𝘦𝓌𝑒𝑏𝑛𝑜𝘷𝑒𝘭.𝒸𝘰𝑚

Inside the secret chamber was a meditation mat, upon which sat a mummified corpse, facing a red wall, seemingly meditating. This mummified corpse was "Du Gu Boyuan." Before it lay a jade seal, symbolizing national power. Hanging on the red wall was a scroll, depicting a golden-tailed red velvet rat. This was the You Country totem.

Suddenly, there was a soft "thud," and the mummy’s chest slightly swelled. Li Xian spoke gravely, "Be careful, my lady." He shielded her behind him. Wen Caishang’s smile was sweet as honey, as refreshing as jade dew, but she scolded, "This Du Gu Boyuan at his peak was no match for me, now dead for so long, can I still fear him?" With a flick of her sleeve, she cast aside the chest.

A shriveled heart fell, yet it still lightly beat. The Only I have a Heart Skill was quite extraordinary; Du Gu Boyuan’s body was gone, but his heart continued to beat for thousands of years. Wen Caishang said, "Inside lies the secret of the Only I have a Heart Skill. If you can comprehend it, it’s your fortune. If you cannot, then it’s missed. The opportunity is here, grasp it if you can."

The Only I have a Heart Skill is a rare martial art of the day. It focuses on "training the heart," albeit a martial art, it has no specific moves. No written books, no bamboo slips, it requires abandoning past knowledge, listening to the heart’s intent to transmit.

Therefore called "Only I have a Heart Skill" ... emphasizing the words "Only" and "I," never are two people in the world obtaining this skill. The essence within the dead heart is said to be a peculiar rhythm of heaven and earth, coincidentally integrated into the heart chamber, slowly evolving into this "Only I have a Heart Skill." That essence remains undiminished, causing the heart to beat.

Hence, over thousands of years, the body decayed, yet the heart continued to beat.

Li Xian held the dead heart, instantly feeling a shock in his chest, so he listened. Each heartbeat felt very strange. Carefully pondering, the melody was long, sometimes like the sudden sound of thunder drums, sometimes like the eerie whistle of a flute... he became absorbed, slowly experiencing this, his heart chamber vibrating with each sound, gradually harboring the sound.

The Only I have a Heart Skill... focuses on "intent of the heart," very peculiar. Practicing it allows for transmitting intentions, vibrating the heart to strengthen Qi, imbuing objects with heart’s intent, dissolving others’ martial arts, enhancing comprehension... its wonders and utilities are numerous, needing quiet cultivation, gradually exploring to not disgrace the reputation of such magical skill.

In Li Xian’s heart chamber, a new layer of "essence" formed and resonated. He knew this moment was an excellent opportunity to comprehend the "Only I have a Heart Skill." If missed, this special and magical skill would disappear. He sat cross-legged, focusing his intent like a large hand, snatching the residual essence from the dead heart into his heart chamber.

Though his luck seemed bad, with many obstacles and difficulties, there were also times of fortune. This "Only I have a Heart Skill" suited him very well. Having practiced "Archery," his spirit was naturally sharp, coinciding with the Only I have a Heart Skill. Coupled with the "Five Viscera Avoiding Dross and Gathering Yang Scripture," although it has no moves, it strengthens the organs and body, heart blood and Qi abundant.

Wen Caishang saw Li Xian enter meditation and lightly smiled, "Silly boy, truly not guarding against me." She closed the secret chamber. Picking up the "jade seal" on the ground, its texture was smooth, carved with nine jade dragons, vividly lifelike, extremely exquisite.

Wen Caishang pondered, "If speaking of opportunity, although the Only I have a Heart Skill is an extraordinary skill, its many wonders are indeed rare. But it’s not as formidable as my Silkworm Robe Mismatched Jade Technique, focusing on mind cultivation, truly seeing effects takes three to five years, even decades, this skill for Li Xian..."

"His comprehension is exceptionally high, if possible, I truly don’t want him to engage with this martial art. But ultimately, I must reward him; this young man risked himself to save me, I... I must give him a benefit. To me, the Only I have a Heart Skill is of little use; rather this jade seal, must be the most important."

Her slender hand turns, and the jade seal stood quietly in her palm. With her left hand, she took out a small bottle of lamb fat, uncorked it, and inside was golden jade dew. She looked around and found a lamp stand.

She leveled the lamp stand, placed the jade seal on it, and poured the "golden jade dew" around it. She waited for a long time, but heard no movement, her brows slightly furrowed. After a moment’s thought, she understood the reason, flipped her sleeve, and in her palm lay the White Snake Soft Sword.

The "Jie Xumiao Clothing" is quite unpredictable, hiding objects in voids, distorting their properties. Wen Caishang wrapped the White Snake Sword in Jie Xumiao Clothing, allowing it to elongate, stretch, soften, and lighten... she flicked it towards the distant candle, the White Snake Soft Sword slithered towards it, the tip deftly striking the flame.