Ice Age Apocalypse: I Hoard Billions of Supplies Chapter 1487: The Philosophy of the Mind

Deng Shentong smiled faintly. "However, if you knew what his name was, I don't think you'd be so calm."

"Oh? Then tell me, who is he?"

Zhang Yi raised an eyebrow, a hint of playfulness in his eyes.

Deng Shentong said, "That person's name is Wang Shouren! The world calls him—Wang Yangming."

Hearing this name, Zhang Yi's expression did indeed turn more serious.

In Huaxu Nation, almost anyone with even a basic level of education knew who Wang Yangming was.

He was the founder of the Philosophy of the Mind, and was considered by a great master from a hundred years ago to be one of the two and a half sages in Huaxu's history.

Because throughout his life, he had achieved the three great accomplishments of establishing virtue, establishing merit, and establishing words, he was revered by countless people.

"You mean to say that Wang Yangming was a Transcendent from back then?"

"Thus, his inner being became clear and transparent, and he felt an immense sense of relief. He let out a long howl that echoed for dozens of miles, lasting a full half hour!"

"Such an extraordinary phenomenon was once suspected by many to be a fabrication. But looking at it now, he had simply broken through in his state of mind and become a Transcendent."

Deng Shentong pointed at that page of paper.

"This is the best proof!"

Zhang Yi could feel the aura of age on the paper; it wasn't fake.

"Wang Yangming..."

Zhang Yi grew curious.

"So what if those outstanding figures in history were Transcendents? I don't think it's such a big deal. So, what exactly are you trying to tell me?"

Deng Shentong pointed at that page of paper.

"Can you read the text on it?"

Zhang Yi could read it, of course, and if he couldn't, his smart system could translate it.

Data surged into his mind, analyzing it carefully for him.

"The content of this chapter comes from Wang Shouren's 'Philosophy of the Mind,' which records the method of seeking inwardly, thereby achieving inner clarity and a state unhindered by externals."

"Compared to the widely circulated version of 'Philosophy of the Mind,' this appears to be a completely new edition."

Zhang Yi seemed to grasp something, but not completely.

"What does it mean?"

He looked at Deng Shentong, waiting for an explanation.

It was then that Deng Shentong spoke. "Over the past two and a half years, Deng Corporation Technology has conducted extensive research on Transcendents, mutated beasts, and mutated flora."

"We have discovered that the source of supernatural powers may come from within. It is born within the living being itself; to be more precise, mostly from within the human body."

He clasped his hands together, his gaze deep as he said, "Now, we have basically confirmed this. And we have mastered a certain means of rapidly advancing a Transcendent's growth by concentrating power."

Zhang Yi stared at him. "By seizing power from other Transcendents or mutated beasts and concentrating it into a single individual, right?"

This seemed to be of the same nature as killing a Transcendent and seizing their Essence.

Deng Shentong chuckled. "That's exactly it. However, our method is more efficient! But that's not the point. The conversion rate of this current method isn't high. To cultivate a top-tier Transcendent, the prerequisite is sacrificing double or even triple-digit numbers of other Transcendents—it's not cost-effective."

Zhang Yi crossed his legs. "So, what does this have to do with Wang Yangming's 'Philosophy of the Mind'?"

Deng Shentong said, "We have been tirelessly researching supernatural powers, including investigating possible Transcendents and historical records."

"The Transcendent closest to the present day with the clearest historical records is Wang Yangming."

"Moreover, he is also the only person who has organized supernatural powers into a theory."

"'The Philosophy of the Mind' refers to acquiring the power within, thereby achieving inner clarity and entering a transcendent state."

Deng Shentong spread his hands.

"Wang Yangming believed this was a state everyone could achieve. However, in reality, it's not so. So, although 'The Philosophy of the Mind' is famous, to this day, very few people can truly reach his level."

Zhang Yi said, "You mean to say that 'The Philosophy of the Mind' is the enlightenment of a Transcendent from six hundred years ago about supernatural powers. And also a theoretical guide for cultivation?"

So-called cultivation refers to developing one's own potential.

So far, humans have not discovered any means of enhancing supernatural power other than devouring others.

But everyone has immense potential within themselves. If it could be developed, like mining, it would unlock a vast treasure trove.

This could also allow a Transcendent's strength to increase dramatically.

Deng Shentong nodded.

"That's right. That's what I think."

A glint of light flashed in Zhang Yi's eyes.

"But this book isn't in your hands right now."

He saw right through Deng Shentong's thoughts.

"And right now, it's in a very troublesome place. You don't have the ability to get it yourself, so you came to ask for my help. Am I right?"

Deng Shentong smiled and clapped his hands.

"As expected of the renowned Chaos! Truly impressive, guessing what I wanted to say in one go!"

Zhang Yi chuckled to himself, thinking: Just as I thought.

"What makes you think I'll help you?"

"First of all, the story you told is indeed very interesting, but there's no evidence to prove that Wang Yangming's 'Philosophy of the Mind' is worth my time."

"Secondly, getting me involved would require at least an S-rank mission. You want me to go on an adventure? You should know me well enough by now, shouldn't you?"

Deng Shentong's eyes lit up.

Zhang Yi's words sounded like a refusal, but in reality, he was giving him a chance, because Zhang Yi was carefully weighing the pros and cons.

"I have full confidence in the power of 'The Philosophy of the Mind'! Zhang Yi, take a look at this."

He extended his arm in front of Zhang Yi.

Then, a powerful supernatural energy gathered in his palm, condensing into a ball of light as bright as a pearl.

Seeing this, Zhang Yi said in surprise, "Your strength has increased again!"

Their last parting was nearly a year ago, in the Qinling Mountains. At that time, Deng Shentong's ability index was only 9500 points.

But now, he had actually reached a level of around 9900 points!

To improve so much in one year was absolutely a meteoric rise!

But Zhang Yi still gave Deng Shentong a penetrating look.

"You're relying on just this fragment of 'The Philosophy of the Mind'? Do you think I'll believe that nonsense?"

Deng Shentong withdrew his power and shook his head.

"It wasn't because of this."

"It was because of a woman. She merely came into contact with the original 'Philosophy of the Mind' once, and she gained an incredibly special power. That was far more terrifying than my current improvement—it could be called a miracle!"

"Zhang Yi, someone who can be called a sage cannot be judged by common sense!"