in2ebook Chapter 312 Secrets in Ancient Books
Chapter 312 Secrets in Ancient Books
In the room, Gao Xingchen and Nan Li looked at each other in bewilderment. The ancient book in their hands seemed heavy, but it seemed to have lost its weight. They turned the pages, but still found nothing inside. Only the ancient and mysterious aura lingered, indicating that this book was definitely not something ordinary.
"How could this happen?" Gao Xingchen frowned and looked at Nan Li in confusion.
Nan Li calmly turned the ancient book over and over, gently stroking the yellowed pages with her fingertips, feeling the uneven texture on them. "This book is not blank, but it hides the content in some special way."
At this time, there was a gentle knock on the door, and Scholar Chen walked in with a bit of fatigue. "It seems that you have already discovered it."
"Mr. Chen, what's going on here?" Gao Xingchen asked hurriedly, "I have never seen the words on it before."
Scholar Chen sighed, walked to the table, pointed at the seemingly chaotic lines on the pages and said, "This is not an ordinary text, but an ancient interstellar rune. It is said to be the language used by interstellar civilizations to communicate in ancient times."
"Interstellar runes?" Gao Xingchen and Nan Li said in unison, their eyes full of surprise.
"That's right." Scholar Chen nodded. "I have studied ancient books for most of my life, and I have only seen this kind of runes in some fragments. I didn't expect that this ancient book has been preserved intact."
"Then can you decipher these runes?" Nanli asked.
Scholar Chen shook his head, looking somewhat gloomy. "My research is still very limited. I can only barely recognize some simple symbols. It will probably take a long time to fully interpret them."
Gao Xingchen's heart moved when he heard this, and he recalled the memories from another world in his mind. Perhaps, in those memories, there would be clues about interstellar runes?
"Mr. Chen, please tell me everything you know about interstellar runes. Maybe I can help." Gao Xingchen said with a firm look.
Scholar Chen looked at Gao Xingchen in surprise, then nodded with satisfaction. He knew that Gao Xingchen was gifted and caring about the world, and he might really be able to unlock the secrets of this ancient book.
In the next few days, Chen unreservedly passed on his research results on interstellar runes to Gao Xingchen. Gao Xingchen, relying on his extraordinary comprehension ability and the scattered memory fragments in his mind, tried to piece together the knowledge about interstellar runes.
Nan Li quietly assisted them, sorting out materials for them, serving them tea and water, and occasionally offering some of her own opinions. The three of them were immersed in the study of ancient books, and time seemed to slow down...
Scholar Chen explained his understanding of interstellar runes. Those complex symbols seemed to become dancing notes in his mouth, telling ancient stories. Gao Xingchen listened attentively, and the scattered fragments of memory in his mind seemed to be connected by an invisible hand, gradually forming a complete star map.
"Look at this symbol," Chen said, pointing to a vortex-like rune on the page, "it represents 'nebula', the place where galaxies are born..."
Gao Xingchen stared at the rune with burning eyes, and a familiar feeling came over him. In his memory, the nebula was not only the birthplace of galaxies, but also contained the most primitive and powerful energy in the universe.
"Mr. Chen, you are right, but the nebula not only represents birth, but also represents energy, an extremely powerful energy!" Gao Xingchen said excitedly.
Scholar Chen was stunned when he heard this, and then he slapped the table as if he had suddenly realized something, "Right! Why didn't I think of that! Nebulae are one of the oldest celestial bodies in the universe, and they contain the power of creation. It's perfectly reasonable for the ancients to use them to represent energy!"
Nan Li had been sitting quietly by the side, listening to their discussion. Although she did not understand interstellar runes, with her keen psychic perception, she could sense the excitement and excitement emanating from Gao Xingchen. She knew that Gao Xingchen was one step closer to unlocking the secrets of the ancient book.
"Xingchen, try again and see if you can decipher more information." Nanli said softly, handing a cup of tea to Gao Xingchen.
Gao Xingchen looked at Nan Li gratefully, picked up the teacup and drank it all. The fragrant tea dispelled the restlessness in his heart and made him devote more concentration to the study of ancient books.
He gently stroked the runes on the pages with his fingers, feeling the message conveyed by those ancient symbols. Gradually, the runes seemed to come alive, arranging and combining in his mind to form complete sentences.
"The power of the stars originates from the nebula. It is absorbed and transformed for one's own use..." Gao Xingchen muttered in a low voice. Although these sentences are simple, they contain profound mysteries.
"Xingchen, what are you talking about?" asked Scholar Chen.
Gao Xingchen raised his head, his eyes sparkling with excitement, "Mr. Chen, I think I know what this ancient book records!"
"What is it?" Scholar Chen and Nan Li asked in unison.
Gao Xingchen took a deep breath and said slowly: "This ancient book records a method of cultivation, an ancient method that can absorb the power of the nebula and improve one's own strength!"
When this was said, Chen Xueshi and Nan Li were shocked. If Gao Xingchen's speculation was true, then the value of this ancient book would be immeasurable.
"But the nebula is so far away from us, how can we absorb its power?" Scholar Chen raised his question.
Gao Xingchen smiled slightly, pointed to a complex rune on the page and said: "The answer is here. This rune represents the 'Star Gate'. Perhaps, this is the bridge connecting us to the nebula..."
"Stargate?" Scholar Chen muttered to himself. This word was both familiar and unfamiliar to him. He knew that stargate was a passage for interstellar travel, but the stargate mentioned in ancient books was obviously different from the stargate created by modern technology.
"That's right, the Star Gate!" Gao Xingchen said affirmatively, with a determined light in his eyes. "It is recorded in ancient books that the Star Gate is a bridge that communicates the energy between galaxies. Only through the Star Gate can we truly touch the power of the nebula."
Nan Li frowned slightly. She could feel the determination in Gao Xingchen's tone, but she also understood the risks involved. "But we don't even know where the star gate is, nor do we know how to open it."
Gao Xingchen turned the ancient book to the next page and pointed to a star map drawn on it and said, "The location of the star gate is here, and the method to open it..." He paused and his eyes fell on a paragraph of text next to the star map, "It requires a special energy stone called 'Star Core'."
"Star core?" Scholar Chen and Nan Li looked at each other again. They had never heard of this kind of energy stone.
Gao Xingchen continued to explain: "It is recorded in ancient books that the star core is the crystallization of huge energy condensed during the birth of the nebula. Only with the star core can we activate the star gate and establish an energy channel with the nebula."
"In other words, if we want to practice this ancient method, we must first find the star core?" Nanli asked.
"That's right." Gao Xingchen nodded, his eyes gleaming with determination. "Ancient books record the possible location of the star core. I decided to go look for it myself!"
Scholar Chen was shocked when he heard this. "Xingchen, this is too dangerous! The information recorded in the ancient books is hard to tell whether it is true or false. Moreover, the star core is so precious that it must be guarded by a powerful force. It is too risky for you to go alone!"
Gao Xingchen understood Chen Xueshi's concerns, but he had made up his mind. "Mr. Chen, I have made up my mind. This is not only related to my personal cultivation, but also to the future of the entire Xingchen Pavilion. I must give it a try!"
Nan Li walked up to Gao Xingchen, gently held his hand, and said softly: "I'll go with you."
Gao Xingchen held Nan Li's hand, his eyes full of gratitude and love, "Li'er, I know you are worried about me, but I have to go alone this time. Searching for the star core requires going deep into dangerous places, and I can't let you take risks with me."
Nan Li wanted to persuade her again, but was interrupted by Gao Xingchen, "Li'er, believe me, I will come back safely."
Looking at Gao Xingchen's determined eyes, Nan Li knew that she could not change his decision and could only pray silently that everything would go well for him.
"How long will it take you to come back?" Nan Li asked, eyes full of worry and reluctance.
Gao Xingchen pondered for a moment and said, "The place recorded in the ancient books is very far away from here. I don't know how long it will take, but I will come back as soon as possible."
"I'll wait for you." Nan Li said softly, his eyes fixed on Gao Xingchen, as if he wanted to imprint his figure deeply in his mind.
Gao Xingchen understood the danger of this trip and was also aware of Nan Li's worries. He gently pulled Nan Li's hand to his lips and kissed her, his eyes gentle but firm: "When I come back, we will go to see the sea of stars together."
Nan Li's eyes were slightly red, but she tried to control her emotions, holding back her tears and nodded. She knew that what Gao Xingchen needed was not her tears, but her support and trust.
After bidding farewell to Nan Li, Gao Xingchen returned to his study and began to make final preparations for this long journey. He carefully read the records about star cores in ancient books and kept the possible locations of star cores firmly in mind.
He knew very well that the star core, as the key to communicating the energy of the nebula, must be protected by a powerful force. The place recorded in the ancient books was located on the edge of the Nine Star Realm, which was extremely dangerous and there were many unknown dangers lurking.
But Gao Xingchen was not afraid, his heart was filled with desire for power and vision for the future. He believed that as long as he persevered, he would be able to find the star core and open the door to even greater power.
After preparing everything, Gao Xingchen summoned the core members of Xingchen Pavilion and told everyone the news that he was about to leave.
When everyone heard that Gao Xingchen was going to a dangerous place alone to search for the star core, they expressed their concern and wanted to follow him.
Gao Xingchen looked at the familiar faces in front of him, and a warm feeling surged in his heart. He patted Elder Zhao's shoulder and said firmly: "The place we are going to this time is too dangerous, I can go alone. Xingchen Pavilion is in your hands, please ensure everyone's safety."
Elder Zhao watched Gao Xingchen grow up step by step and knew his character well. He knew that no one could change Gao Xingchen's decision. He could only sigh helplessly and solemnly promised: "Master, rest assured, we will definitely protect Xingchen Pavilion and wait for your triumphant return!"
Gao Xingchen nodded with satisfaction, his eyes swept across the crowd, finally landing on a tall young man, his younger brother, Gao Xinghe.
"Xinghe, you are gifted and making rapid progress. I am very pleased. But remember not to rush things. On the path of cultivation, steady and solid progress is the best strategy." Gao Xingchen warned earnestly.
Gao Xinghe nodded seriously. He knew that his brother was about to embark on a journey full of unknowns, and his heart was filled with worry and reluctance.
"Brother, you must come back safely." Gao Xinghe's voice was a little choked.
Gao Xingchen patted his brother's shoulder and gave him a reassuring look. Then, he turned to look at everyone and said firmly: "I have made up my mind. I will set off tomorrow! Everyone, wait for me to come back!"
After saying that, Gao Xingchen turned around and left the conference room, leaving only his tall figure behind.
Looking at Gao Xingchen's receding back, everyone felt mixed emotions. They knew that Gao Xingchen's journey would be full of difficulties, but they also believed that Gao Xingchen would be able to overcome all difficulties and return triumphantly!
At this time, Gao Xingchen had already arrived at the forbidden area in the back mountain of Xingchen Pavilion, which was the entrance to the place recorded in the ancient books...