The Eternal Way-Chapter 123: Too Scientific

Why would the Heavenly Retribution miss its target?

It was quite simple. When Li Qi had walked halfway, he bent down and carved something on the ground using his blood and true name to create a 'substitute.' The retribution actually targeted that spot.

This trick could be used to evade divination, confusing the diviner's senses, especially when combined with techniques to mask one's aura, making the enemy "misidentify."

Though not necessarily effective against experienced diviners who had their own countermeasures, it ultimately came down to who was more skilled.

However, for this weak, almost dying Heavenly Dao of this world, the substitute was the only coordinate it could obtain. It had no way to counteract, nor was it strong enough.

Trying this on the Heavenly Dao of "Tianxia" (Under Heaven) would likely result in a dire outcome.

This method was among the 120 techniques recorded in the book given by Grand Diviner Teacher.

Most techniques in that book were minor tricks rather than major ones, as the book's author himself described them as "tricks of petty thieves."

But they were quite useful.

This showcased the Wu people's expertise in 'borrowing power from landscapes,' as they communicated with natural deities. This communication wasn't just about flattery.

Sacrifices were merely a means of communication; the content depended on the individual. Wu people didn't consider themselves inferior to spirits and gods.

Most interactions were negotiable, offering sacrifices in exchange for divine assistance. But there were also "special circumstances."

Back to the present, in the desert convoy, besides Bai Di and Shen Shuibei, everyone else couldn't look at Li Qi calmly anymore.

Despite Shen Shuibei ruining the atmosphere momentarily, it didn't matter much.

Under such heavenly might, no one could remain calm.

"Both of you, can you now understand I truly have no ulterior motives? My purpose here is simple—to observe how this world's Heavenly Dao operates. Nothing more."

"I've explained so much, do you still think I'm powerless against you? I've treated you with respect, hoping for mutual respect."

"Whether you refuse or agree, give me a clear response. Your current attitude doesn't seem conducive to communication."

Li Qi said with a smile to Shar and Lu Li.

Lu Li, stunned by the previous spectacle, didn't know how to react.

But he dared not mock Li Qi as before.

He realized that this 'young master' of the Immortals was akin to a god to them.

That this young master chose dialogue over brute force was already their 'luck.'

Though they didn't want this luck.

Shar, however, remained composed after witnessing everything. She took a deep breath and asked, "May I call you Young Master?"

"Of course," Li Qi replied.

Though he disliked the title, maintaining his demeanor was important now.

"On behalf of myself, perhaps I can offer some assistance," Lioness Shar cautiously offered.

Li Qi smiled; it was enough.

Because although he cared about Heavenly Dao compensation or the decline in Dao resonance, what he wanted to know most was—

Was someone really plotting against him? Was there really someone preparing to ambush him... or was he just battling air?

Caution was necessary.

Li Qi wasn't paranoid but felt uneasy since being fawned upon without corresponding strength. Not even having entered Wu Dao, yet bearing the title of Wu Deity Mountain's direct lineage, wasn't good.

Great trees attract wind; with his current title, someone would surely target him.

Like someone hunting elite monsters all over the map.

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Despite Shar and Lu Li agreeing to help or provide information, Li Qi wouldn't let such small interludes delay his main mission.

What was the main mission?

To observe the differences in the foreign world's Heavenly Dao, learn, and sense different Dao resonances.

This was why Li Qi came.

Compared to this, battling air wasn't urgent.

Li Qi instructed the industrial company personnel to gather information, letting Bai Di supervise, while eagerly awaiting the observation of 'Heavenly Dao.'

Along the way, Li Qi anticipated what it would feel like—whether it would match descriptions of sitting in meditation, feeling countless wondrous sensations, rapidly improving powers, and gaining deeper insights into the world.

With such anticipation, Li Qi first arrived at a peculiar modern city, then rushed to the 'Industrial Company' headquarters.

On the way, he encountered many strange things. Though 'industry' existed, cities were built with aesthetic considerations, featuring high-rise buildings with eaves, looking quite odd.

Transportation included both vehicles and animal-drawn carts.

People wore unique ancient attire, neither too bulky nor formal except for models on billboards or statues.

A scene from another world made Li Qi feel like a country bumpkin entering the city for the first time.

But these sights weren't the focus; observing Dao resonance was.

At headquarters, greeted by numerous executives, Li Qi briefly greeted them before heading to the geogas extraction site nearby.

These people followed excitedly, leading Li Qi underground via elevator.

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Deep underground, the most fascinating aspects of the foreign Heavenly Dao could be observed.

Exiting the elevator, Li Qi was stunned.

Instead of mats or meditation spots, he found—

In a basement filled with interconnected copper and glass pipes, unknown liquids flowed through distillation tubes.

The room was packed with equipment, blackboards, books, and mathematical formulas.

"No, Miss Shen, what's going on here? Sensing Heavenly Dao... is done this way?" Li Qi looked puzzled.

Before him lay scientific instruments, textbooks, and formulas.

"You mean otherwise? Can you sense Heavenly Dao without these tools?" Shen Shuibei seemed more confused, "Do you have a Dao sensory ability?"

Seeing Li Qi's confusion, Shen Shuibei patiently explained, asking, "Li Qi, what is Dao?"

"Dao is the law governing all things..." Li Qi answered according to the books.

Suddenly enlightened, Li Qi understood.

Seeing Li Qi's comprehension, Shen Shuibei was pleased, "See, Dao is the foundation of the universe, everything depends on it. Initially, lacking direct Dao sensing methods, we relied on tools to observe phenomena."

Li Qi grasped Shen Shuibei's point and had deeper realizations.

Indeed, without knowing Dao's existence, mere meditation was like sleeping—impossible to sense Dao resonance.

Thus, perceiving different Dao resonances required observing phenomena.

Using the same experiment, differing results between two worlds revealed subtle differences, though usually minuscule, they indicated variations.

Observing these differences allowed comparison, explaining why certain worlds had 'specialties' born under specific rules.

However, a question arose.

Li Qi asked Shen Shuibei, "Since rules differ between worlds, doesn't this mean fundamental substances vary? Wouldn't entering another world be fatal?"

Imagine a world without electromagnetic forces; all matter would vanish instantly.

Shen Shuibei reassured Li Qi, "No need to worry. There's an eternal 'Dao' supporting myriad worlds and even the universe itself. Each world's Dao differs slightly, not fundamentally altering basic substances."

"Thank you, Miss Shen, for explaining." Li Qi expressed gratitude.

Understanding the situation, Li Qi proceeded with experiments.

Actually conducting experiments revealed their simplicity—a more intuitive demonstration aiding better understanding.

All experiments showcasing differences between "Tianxia" (Under Heaven) and Oil Earth World had been thoroughly conducted, with records and data completed.

Every civilization possesses a 'legacy' skill.

Early sages struggled to solve simple things like Pythagorean theorem or propose incredible conjectures.

Knowledge works this way.

For instance, learning Newton's laws, Pythagorean theorem, and 2D geometry in middle school seemed easy.

Simple lines of text could be grasped within half an hour, but behind those lines lay decades of exploration and summary by top human intellects.

Knowledge seems unreachable and mysterious until mastered, revealing its underlying simplicity.

Yes, simple, once pointed out.

But achieving simplicity requires unimaginable time, resources, and effort.

These costs were borne by predecessors.

"These books... these records, reveal the differences between the two worlds' Dao?" Li Qi read through literature, absorbing accumulated knowledge.

Initially, he thought sensing Dao resonance was mystical.

Now, realizing some truths applied universally, experiencing foreign Dao resonance was indeed scientific.

Reading wasn't enough; conducting experiments and summarizing differences were essential for comparison.

Finding differences and similarities led to clearer understanding of the universal Dao.

This wasn't abstract or ineffable but concrete experimental records and analyses, easily understandable, guiding closer to truth.

While reading and experimenting, Li Qi marveled at the power of legacy.

Ancient wise men paved paths, allowing ordinary people to follow smoothly without paying the same price.

Performing spells and rituals required no deep understanding; just following procedures yielded extraordinary power.

Great ancient sages explored and summarized the world's laws with unimaginable effort, developing foundational techniques passed down through generations.

Such legacies truly established civilizations like "Tianxia" (Under Heaven).