Chapter 345: Impart

“Sir, are there array masters who have reached the first-grade realm and can draw out a first-grade great array?” Mo Hua couldn't help but ask.

Mr. Zhuang said faintly: “Of course there are, otherwise I wouldn't have you learn.”

“Oh, right.” Mo Hua reacted and nodded.

Mr. Zhuang said with emphasis:

“The cultivation world has flourished for over twenty thousand years, with countless cultivators and numerous geniuses. There are all kinds of talented cultivators. Although cultivators who can primarily construct a first-grade great array during the Qi Refining period are rare, they do exist.”

Upon hearing this, Mo Hua reflected seriously and said:

“Sir, I understand! There is always a higher heaven beyond the heaven, and a more capable person beyond the person. There are countless cultivators with astonishing talent in the world. One must always hold reverence in their heart, maintain humility, and only then can one continuously progress in array law.”

“I merely happened to have Foundation Establishment divine sense during the Qi Refining period. Even if I can draw out a great array, compared to true favored sons of heaven, I am still far behind...”

Mr. Zhuang's eyelids twitched at this.

No... having Foundation Establishment divine sense during the Qi Refining period is already considered astonishing talent.

Being able to draw out a first-grade great array is even more than a favored son of heaven, it's a favored son among favored sons.

If you can truly draw out a great array, then it's not that you are far behind others, but that others are far behind you...

After all, array masters who can primarily construct a first-grade great array and array masters who can actually construct a first-grade great array are truly as rare as phoenix feathers and qilin horns.

They need to have both ability and financial resources, and at the same time need to have manpower. Moreover, they need to have coincidence and the opportunity to construct a first-grade great array.

He had only seen such examples in the sect's classic records and cultivation rumors.

In reality, he had never seen an array master who could truly achieve this level with perfect timing, geographical advantages, and human harmony.

Mr. Zhuang's original intention was to have Mo Hua maintain humility and not be proud and complacent.

But now, it seemed that this child Mo Hua was a bit too humble...

However, being a bit humble towards the heavenly way and array law was always a good thing. Mr. Zhuang naturally wouldn't point it out. He then pretended to be calm and nodded in praise:

“It's very good that you can think this way.”

Mo Hua was greatly encouraged by Mr. Zhuang's praise.

He thought to himself that array law was indeed endless and that he still needed to work harder.

Even if he couldn't compare to other array law geniuses, the gap couldn't be too large, otherwise he would lose face as Mr. Zhuang's nominal disciple.

He must learn the great array!

From Mo Hua's eyes, Mr. Zhuang sensed Mo Hua's thoughts. For a moment, he felt both gratified and sighed.

If he always maintained this kind of humble heart for seeking the Dao, Mo Hua's future achievements in the array Dao might truly be quite formidable...

“What kind of nominal disciple have I received...”

Mr. Zhuang's mood was somewhat complex. He immediately put away his thoughts and continued to explain the great array to Mo Hua.

“A first-grade great array requires ten patterns of divine sense to start. That is to say, one must have Foundation Establishment divine sense to be able to learn a first-grade great array.”

“But first-grade ten patterns, Foundation Establishment divine sense, this is actually the requirement for array masters. Ordinary cultivators, who don't learn array law and are not proficient in the methods of using divine sense, their divine sense is probably between nine patterns and ten patterns after breaking through Foundation Establishment.”

“It is much stronger than the nine patterns in the Foundation Establishment period, but it will still be some distance from ten patterns.”

“Ordinary array masters are also like this. After Foundation Establishment, first-grade array masters still need to spend time to enhance their divine sense and learn second-grade array law.”

“So usually, it is said that one cannot learn a first-grade great array without Foundation Establishment, but truly reaching the second-grade realm, array masters can go and learn a first-grade great array.”

Mr. Zhuang paused for a moment, his gaze slightly condensed as he said: “This kind of array law that transcends grades is generally called absolute arrays in array law academics.”

“Meaning array laws that can be used as the sect's absolute knowledge, or extremely difficult to learn, nearly forbidden inheritance arrays.”

“The Reverse Spirit Array you are learning is just an absolute array.”

“A great array, because its divine sense requirement exceeds the grade and its array law knowledge exceeds the outline, is also considered an absolute array.”

“But because the great array is massive in volume, lasts for a long time, and once constructed, cultivators can benefit for hundreds or even thousands of years, its meaning is profound. So, to highlight its importance, it is separately named 'great array' and not called an absolute array.”

Mo Hua nodded, silently counting the array law concepts he knew in his heart:

Single array, complex array, great array, puzzle array, illusion array, absolute array...

Those who study array learning really like to make these messy names...

Although Mo Hua was proficient in array laws and could distinguish them clearly, he still couldn't help but complain in his heart.

Mr. Zhuang gently tapped Mo Hua's small head once, “What are you thinking about again?”

His eyes flickered, and it was obvious he was criticizing something in his heart.

Mo Hua quickly shook his head, “Nothing!” Then he quickly changed the subject and asked:

“Sir, in that case, isn't it easier for second-grade array masters to learn a first-grade great array?”

Mr. Zhuang shook his head: “Not that easy.”

“Is the divine sense not enough?”

“Divine sense is only the threshold. If the divine sense is not enough, you don't even have the qualification to step through this door.” Mr. Zhuang explained:

“But having enough divine sense is only stepping one foot into the threshold. There is still a long way to go before truly learning a great array, constructing a great array, using a great array, and becoming truly proficient in a great array.”

“Are there also requirements for the use of divine sense?” Mo Hua asked again.

“Not only the use of divine sense,” Mr. Zhuang sighed slightly and said, “Great arrays are too complex, involving too many single arrays. One needs to have meticulous observation of the spiritual power relationships between single array laws, such as generation, destruction, opening, closing, following, reversing, etc.”

“The use of divine sense needs to be proficient, the control of divine sense also needs to be strong, and it is best to also master some divine sense derivation and calculation...”

“Great arrays of the same type are usually the grand collection of that class of array laws. In other words, array masters who can construct a great array are also array masters who are thoroughly familiar with that class of array laws and have integrated and synthesized them!”

Mr. Zhuang looked at Mo Hua and said: “Do you understand now?”

“Understood, Sir.” Mo Hua nodded.

Immediately, he thought seriously for a moment and said doubtfully: “The kind of array masters you mentioned seem to be me?”

Mr. Zhuang was slightly startled, and then laughed a little helplessly, he couldn't help but rub Mo Hua's head:

“Be a bit humble.”

“Oh.” Mo Hua smiled sheepishly.

Mr. Zhuang sighed in his heart.

What Mo Hua said was actually not wrong. He was indeed very suitable for learning the great array.

His divine sense foundation was deep and thick, his use of divine sense was proficient, and his control of divine sense was sensitive.

In terms of array laws, Mo Hua had drawn the five elements array laws countless times and could indeed be said to be thoroughly familiar with them.

He had also been involved in constructing complex arrays in the refining tool and refining pill lines, and could also be said to have integrated and synthesized them.

Considering all of the above, when Mo Hua sought out Mr. Zhuang wanting to learn the great array, Mr. Zhuang did not refuse but pointed out the advantages and disadvantages and had him go back and consider.

Because Mo Hua truly possessed the qualifications to learn the great array.

If he didn't attempt to learn the great array, Mr. Zhuang would even feel pity, and even regret in his heart.

However, the great array was not that simple. This was only the beginning.

Mr. Zhuang unfolded a set of ten jade slips one after another:

“This is the great array I want to teach you!”

“These ten jade slips encompass the principles of the great array's eye, the structure of the array hub, the distribution of array patterns, the construction of array mediums, as well as the compatibility of single arrays and cost estimates, etc.”

“This array is a trap-kill type great array. It utilizes the power of the five elements' generation and destruction to trap enemies and utilizes the attack array laws within the great array to exterminate powerful enemies!”

“Among the great arrays of the five elements class, this set of array law is particularly skilled in attack, sufficient to deal with Feng Xi.”

Mr. Zhuang handed the jade slips to Mo Hua.

Mo Hua took them, and his divine sense sank into the jade slips. What met his eyes were several powerful characters:

Five Elements Slaughter Demon Great Array!

The characters were written with silver hooks and iron strokes, and a killing aura rushed towards his face.

Mo Hua felt a jolt in his heart and carefully and solemnly put away the jade slips.

Great arrays were extremely precious array laws.

Although Mr. Zhuang took out these jade slips very casually, in ordinary families or sects, they were sufficient as the sect's absolute knowledge.

Mo Hua respectfully and reverently bowed to Mr. Zhuang.

This was both to thank Mr. Zhuang for his teaching and to be grateful for what Mr. Zhuang was doing for the scattered cultivators of Tongxian City.

Mr. Zhuang seemed to see what Mo Hua was thinking in his heart and slightly shook his head:

“There's no need to think too much. Since I have arrived here and disaster has struck this place, there is a cause and effect. Within my ability, I will not stand by and watch.”

After speaking, Mr. Zhuang waved his hand and said: “You go back first and study hard. If you have any problems, come and find me again.”

“Understood, Sir!”

Mo Hua respectfully and reverently bowed again, then got up and took his leave.

Mr. Zhuang's gaze followed Mo Hua's back until he was far away.

Until Mo Hua's figure disappeared into the mountains, Mr. Zhuang was still lost in thought, half a moment later, he frowned and asked:

“You say, can he learn it?”

There was no sound in the room, and no one answered.

Mr. Zhuang said helplessly: “The Cabinet Elder has already calculated me, you can't run away either, pretending to be dead is useless.”

Kui Lao appeared in physical form and shook his head:

“You will harm yourself to death sooner or later. To avoid being implicated by you, I think I should hide further away.”

Mr. Zhuang said speechlessly: “You weren't here originally, you've already hidden far enough, how much further do you want to hide?”

Kui Lao was silent.

Mr. Zhuang then continued to ask the previous question, “You say, can Mo Hua learn the great array?”

Kui Lao glanced at Mr. Zhuang faintly, “You are an array master, I am not. I cannot guess.”

“Then what do you feel, how are this child's array law drawings?”

“Very good.”

Mr. Zhuang suggested: “I am already a useless person. Why don't you take him back? Given time, perhaps he can help you.”

Kui Lao was obviously somewhat moved, but still shook his head, “His realm is too low, it's too far away.”

“He can be taught slowly.”

“I don't know array laws, how can I teach him?”

“You can hire array masters to teach him.”

Kui Lao said faintly: “Don't push your own matters onto me.”

Mr. Zhuang's thoughts were exposed, and he sighed.

After a moment, Kui Lao frowned and asked again:

“You want to teach him the great array, just teach him directly. Why add this extra step, waste time, and have him think it over?”

Mr. Zhuang was silent for a long time, his gaze obscure and difficult to understand, then he slowly opened his mouth, speaking as if to Kui Lao, and also as if to himself:

“Only when facing truly great disasters and great difficulties can cultivators know their original heart.”

“Only when choosing between great right and great wrong can one firm their Dao heart.”

“If one does not lay and firm their Dao heart from the beginning, unknowingly, they will go more and more astray, even if they succeed and become famous, they will ultimately be completely contrary to the great Dao of longevity.”

A trace of self-mockery and loss appeared on Mr. Zhuang's face.

“I have suffered losses, I don't want him to suffer again...”

Thank you, Foam in the Universe, for the reward.