The formless star power, guided by Henry Clark's divine sense, suddenly pierced into Henry Clark's sea of consciousness. Within the sea of consciousness, seven points of brilliant blue light flashed in sequence on the body of the azure dragon, corresponding to the seven stars of the Azure Dragon.

Star power is also a form of the world’s primordial energy, nothing particularly special about it. However, the Fused Azure Dragon technique cultivated by Henry Clark was created in correspondence with the Eastern Azure Dragon constellation. With a sudden flash of insight, Henry Clark intuitively comprehended the true essence of the Fused Azure Dragon secret art.

The Vajra Five-Aspect Wheel is divided into two techniques: Vajra and Five-Aspect Wheel. The two techniques, one external and one internal, one yin and one yang, complement each other. Among them, the Five-Aspect Wheel consists of the White Tiger Wheel, Azure Dragon Wheel, Black Tortoise Wheel, Vermilion Bird Wheel, and Qilin Wheel.

The Vajra Five-Aspect Wheel is the supreme secret transmission of the Flying Dragon Monastery of the Great Yuan Kingdom. Flying Dragon Monastery is a Tantric Buddhist sect, which teaches the seven meridians and five wheels. The Five-Aspect Wheel is derived from the method of the five wheels.

At this moment, Henry Clark comprehended the hidden true meaning of the Azure Dragon Wheel. The azure dragon formed in his sea of consciousness followed the flow of primordial energy and naturally settled at the position of the brow chakra, coiling in a ring. The primordial energy entering through the Baihui acupoint circulated through the meridians and finally infused into the azure dragon at the brow chakra.

With the continuous infusion of star power, the azure dragon at the brow chakra became increasingly distinct, until finally, even the image of a unicorn horn could be seen. The azure dragon occupied the brow chakra, becoming the central hub for the circulation of primordial energy.

The formation of the Azure Dragon Wheel greatly increased Henry Clark's efficiency in absorbing and circulating primordial energy. And with the Azure Dragon Wheel closely connected to the sea of consciousness, Henry Clark's soul became even more refined, his mind clear as a mirror, able to see through all things.

All these wondrous changes made Henry Clark finally understand why this technique was called the Vajra Five-Aspect Wheel.

These stray thoughts were like floating dust, flashing through Henry Clark's mind without leaving any trace, let alone disturbing Henry Clark's mirror-like clarity of mind.

Taking advantage of this moment of sudden enlightenment, Henry Clark let his mind sink into a state of emptiness, allowing the primordial energy within his body to circulate naturally, without any further interference.

He did not know how much time had passed before Henry Clark finally sensed something, his whole body trembled slightly, and he slowly opened his eyes, awakening from the deepest meditation.

The dark underground cave was as bright as day. Beside him, Edward Reed's eyebrows and hair were clearly visible. The flow of primordial energy within Edward Reed's body could also be sensed with great clarity. With his senses now incredibly sharp, the world had never been so clear and distinct. He could even seem to reach out and grasp the formless primordial energy of heaven and earth.

It was as if waking from a great dream; though the world had not changed, the haze and illusion were gone. This feeling was indescribably wonderful.

Henry Clark's gaze was almost tangible, his eyes shining like blades that pierced the heart. Edward Reed was first startled by Henry Clark's sharp gaze, then overjoyed, “You’re finally awake! I was so worried!”

“Have I been in meditation for a long time?” Henry Clark asked in surprise.

Edward Reed nodded repeatedly, “It’s already been seven days. If we don’t leave now, it’ll be too late.”

Henry Clark smiled, rubbed Edward Reed's head, and said, “Getting anxious, huh? Let’s go now.” Then he reassured her, “Don’t worry, everything is under control.”

“Hmph, if I hadn’t desperately used my primordial energy to stimulate you, you wouldn’t even know how you died!” Seeing Henry Clark awake and in good condition, Edward Reed was delighted and in the mood to banter with him.

Henry Clark was about to take a step when he noticed his clothes felt as if soaked in oil—greasy, sticky, and reeking. With a thought, he realized that entering the supreme state of empty-minded meditation had caused his primordial energy to circulate spontaneously, refining his body anew, expelling impurities and useless oils through his skin.

“Let me take a bath first…” he said, then went to the underground river, thoroughly washing away the surface grime and grease, and emptied the waste from his stomach and intestines. Although he hadn’t eaten for seven days, his whole body inside and out felt refreshed and clean, in the best condition of his life.

After seven days of meditation and refinement by the world’s primordial energy, all the fire bear meat he had eaten was fully digested, and Henry Clark's body returned to its previous form. Only now, his internal organs, muscles, bones, and flesh were even tougher and stronger.

Underwear, undershirt, fitted trousers, and then he buckled on the black rhino waist belt from Linda Cooper. The belt was three inches wide, with six throwing knives attached to its slots. Not only did it protect his waist and kidneys, but it also concealed weapons. Finally, he put on a black long robe. After all the changes, his figure was back to its original state, and the black robe still fit perfectly.

The attire of an inner disciple was black. Henry Clark and Edward Reed, regardless of personal preference, could only wear black outer garments. But individuals could make changes to the style of their clothing.

Henry Clark's master, Fa Xiang, was a rigid and strict person; his disciples could only wear this monk-like black long robe.

Honglian Monastery was not a true Buddhist temple; it only enshrined a Holy Red Lotus Buddha, said to be the founding patriarch of the Tianlian Sect, hence the name Honglian Monastery.

Many strong practitioners in the monastery dressed as monks or Taoists, but none actually followed the precepts of Buddhism or Taoism. Strictly speaking, this was a sect tradition and had nothing to do with true Buddhism or Taoism.

With a shaved head, black clothes, and hemp shoes, if Henry Clark walked outside, he would definitely be mistaken for a monk. But within the sect, this was a perfectly normal outfit.

“Stop admiring yourself and hurry up! If we’re late, it could be fatal!” An impatient Edward Reed shouted coquettishly from above.

Henry Clark smiled, “Coming…”

Chapter 010: Treading Snow Like a Lotus