My gorgeous wife Chapter 1973 - 1941: Bright Dream Dharma Talk

"Brother Li's Dao appears somewhat distinct from ours, wouldn't you agree?" a prodigious young genius inquired, their gaze fixed on Li Chen with evident surprise during the ongoing discourse.

Throughout the lively debate, Li Chen largely adopted a listening posture. Given that he hailed from a different era and cultivated slightly divergent paths, bridging the gap in understanding was a subtle challenge.

Fortunately, Li Chen's unconventional cultivation background granted him a robust capacity for adaptation. While his methods differed from those of the other brilliant young minds, his mental flexibility allowed him to absorb new concepts without rigid adherence to any single pattern.

Had it been another genius, one nurtured entirely within the traditional educational framework of the Heaven Realm, they might have found themselves in direct opposition to these peers regarding the Grand Dao.

However, such a rigidly trained individual would likely have found the entrance to Penglai Celestial Island barred to them in the first place.

Residing in this serene environment, Li Chen experienced an unparalleled sense of inner peace. The lingering, malevolent Qi that had clouded his mind began to dissipate significantly.

"What a truly peculiar and remarkable place," Li Chen couldn't help but murmur.

Merely engaging in these Dao discussions with the assembled young prodigies had already proven immensely beneficial to him. He felt a distinct possibility that if he were to enter secluded cultivation now, the very Laws he had been nurturing might ascend to an entirely new echelon.

Conversely, some of the perspectives Li Chen introduced also served to illuminate and inspire many of the young geniuses, causing sparks of understanding to light up their eyes.

This was more than a simple exchange; it was a convergence of disparate spiritual realms, or perhaps more accurately, a harmonious fusion between two distinct generations of cultivators.

Both sides perceived that they had gained substantially from the encounter.

"It appears everyone has been engaged in a most amicable conversation," a gentle and tranquil voice resonated from a nearby location.

Upon perceiving this voice, several of the geniuses momentarily ceased their debate and directed their attention towards its source.

As the figure in the distance came into view, the assembled geniuses rose to their feet and offered a respectful, slight bow.

"Lord Mingmeng."

The woman of peerless beauty offered a gentle wave and a smile, saying, "There is no need for such formalities. This banquet was intended as an invitation for all of you. Furthermore, it seems the Lord of the Heavenly Dao wishes to discuss matters with everyone present."

"The Lord of the Heavenly Dao?"

The mention of the Lord of the Heavenly Dao caused the faces of these young geniuses to fill with a mixture of profound admiration and eager anticipation.

Indeed, the Lord of the Heavenly Dao was universally acknowledged as the ultimate Sovereign of the Supreme Asura Realm. His authority not only encompassed the entirety of that realm but also commanded unwavering respect from the other Six Realms, none daring to defy his pronouncements.

It was said that a single decree from the Lord of the Heavenly Dao could mobilize all Seven Realms.

And now, the Lord of the Heavenly Dao himself desired to address them – what an extraordinary honor!

"The Heavenly Dao..." Li Chen fell into a moment of quiet contemplation.

Everything within this place possessed an astonishing degree of verisimilitude, making it almost impossible to distinguish from authentic reality.

He had grown so deeply attached to this realm, even since the Primordial Era, that he was reluctant to acknowledge its illusory nature.

However, this particular appellation served as a stark reminder, compelling Li Chen to confront his true situation.

The Heavenly Dao...

He recalled an encounter with the entity known as the Heavenly Dao, who was purportedly the last Supreme being of the Supreme Asura Realm.

Moreover, the Heavenly Dao himself had explicitly stated that he had been deceased for a considerable time.

This raised a crucial question: was the 'Lord of the Heavenly Dao' he was about to meet the very same individual from that enigmatic, distant expanse of stars?

Li Chen possessed no definitive answers. He was equally uncertain about the purpose behind the Three Births River guiding his consciousness to such a location, nor could he fathom its ultimate objective.

"Lord Mingmeng, as the Lord of the Heavenly Dao has yet to arrive, perhaps you could grace us with some enlightenment beforehand? Prior to our journey to Penglai Celestial Island, a multitude of questions had already accumulated, which I eagerly await your clarification on," a young man asked with a disarmingly cheerful smile.

"Guangming, you truly are the most astute among us," Mingmeng responded, unable to suppress a wry smile as she regarded the young man.

"Lord Mingmeng, I assure you, this is not mere astuteness. I believe that besides myself, many of my fellow Dao companions here share the same sentiment," the young man, Guangming, declared with a playful glint in his eyes, glancing towards the other assembled prodigies.

Under Guangming's knowing gaze, a number of them offered somewhat sheepish smiles, implicitly confirming the truth of his assertion.

"Very well, since you have all expressed such a desire, I shall take this opportunity to impart some Dharma teachings to you all," Mingmeng stated softly, nodding in agreement.

"I knew it! Among all the esteemed lords, Lord Mingmeng shows the greatest kindness towards us juniors," Guangming exclaimed with his characteristic cheerful grin.

"Such a smooth talker," Mingmeng's attractive eyes briefly appraised Guangming, who responded with a sly smile and discreetly flashed a triumphant gesture to the surrounding geniuses.

The discourse delivered by the Palm Realm Powerhouse left Li Chen in a state of mild astonishment.

It is important to note that in the current cosmic expanse, individuals at the Palm Realm are regarded as virtually legendary figures. There are no known accounts of anyone actually encountering a Palm Realm expert.

Even the highest rulers of warfare across all realms and dimensions are capped at the Ninth Order. As for those formidable Palm Realm Powerhouses, they have not made an appearance for countless ages.

Yet, here he was, granted the rare fortune to listen to a lecture delivered by a genuine Palm Realm Powerhouse, an opportunity of immeasurable value for Li Chen.

As the assembled individuals found their seats and settled down, Mingmeng commenced her lecture in a gentle tone.

With each word Mingmeng spoke, extraordinary phenomena began to manifest spontaneously in her vicinity, leaving Li Chen utterly astonished.

Li Chen observed that Mingmeng was merely imparting profound knowledge, without employing any discernible Power or manipulating any Laws. Nevertheless, the ceaseless stream of anomalies left him awestruck.

Swiftly collecting his thoughts and focusing his attention, Li Chen began to listen with utmost earnestness.

For a cultivator like himself, who had embarked on the path of cultivation without any guidance and relied solely on his own efforts, such an audience was an incredibly infrequent and precious occurrence.

As he immersed himself in the lecture, Li Chen found himself gradually captivated by the wisdom being shared.

Before long, he came to the realization that his own understanding and application of Laws were exceedingly rudimentary. The very concepts that had perplexed him for so long suddenly became crystal clear as Mingmeng's lecture unfolded.

New insights and concepts began to flood Li Chen's mind, arriving in a constant, continuous stream, like water pouring from a spring.

Li Chen felt that even if he gained nothing else from this experience, simply by hearing this lecture from the esteemed Lord Mingmeng, he could immediately enter a period of secluded cultivation and significantly improve his grasp of Laws by several levels. It was even conceivable that this could directly propel him toward breaking through to the Soul Realm!

The lingering hesitation that had consistently prevented him from daring to attempt a breakthrough to the Soul Realm completely dissolved amidst Mingmeng's discourse, leaving only the task of perfecting this final crucial step.

"The Grand Dao, in its essence, is both complex and simple. Whether it appears complex or simple is entirely dependent on the individual's perception and state of mind. Should the day arrive when you have the opportunity to contend for the Palm Realm, you will discover that both complexity and simplicity are merely concepts within our easy reach."

Finally, Mingmeng slowly closed her eyes, a deliberate gesture to demonstrate her Dao to all the gathered geniuses.

Every eye was fixed upon Mingmeng, who sat with her eyes closed, each individual present eager to comprehend the true nature of Mingmeng's Way of the Palm Realm.

Each Powerhouse who has attained the Palm Realm is a true titan, an individual who has forged their own unique Path. And Lord Mingmeng was indeed one of these unparalleled Super Experts.

Even Li Chen, despite his own progress, harbored a deep curiosity about the fundamental essence of the Way of the Palm Realm.

After a considerable period of silence, Mingmeng slowly opened her eyes.

There were no outward signs of energy fluctuations or any discernible operation of Laws. However, the mere act of her opening her eyes caused the budding flowers scattered throughout the small courtyard to instantly burst into full bloom.

In an instant, the courtyard, which had been quiet and elegant moments before, appeared as if it had been adorned with a vibrant new layer of spring colors.

"A single thought, and flowers bloom," Li Chen whispered to himself, marveling at the profound display.