Awakening of the Mind Sovereign-Chapter 28: Don’t worry, I won’t use it against you

Elliot sat before Sect Master Liao Si and Elder Gao Bi, while both of them looked at him with complex expressions.

The atmosphere in the palace was quiet, but the tension in the air was palpable. Finally, the Sect Master broke the silence, saying:

"Elliot, before we begin any training, we need to talk about something important... refinement."

Elliot raised an eyebrow slightly and said:

"Refinement? What do you mean by that?"

Elder Gao Bi stroked his white beard and replied:

"No matter how strong you are now, you won't be able to reach your full potential without refining your energy and increasing its harmony with your body and soul. Refinement is the first step before you can enter the spiritual realm."

The Sect Master took a sip of his tea, then said in a calm tone:

"Normally, when we take in a new disciple, we start by training them in the basics of energy and combat techniques... but your case is different."

Elliot looked at them and realized the real problem...

"You don't know how to train me, do you?"

Gao Bi laughed loudly and said:

"Hahaha! Smart! Yes, that's right. We've seen your strength, but it's not natural. We don't know how to train you because your abilities seem like they don't belong to this world."

Elliot remained silent for a moment, then said:

"So, what's the solution?"

The Sect Master answered seriously:

"The only solution is for you to start refining your energy by yourself. We will guide you, but the journey is one you must take alone."

Elliot thought about it... Refinement, the spiritual realm, his mysterious ability...

Then he smiled and said:

"Alright, this sounds interesting... Tell me how to start."

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-=-=-=AFTER 3 DAYS-=-=-=-

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Three days had passed since the conversation that changed Elliot's path. These days were filled with meditation, experiments, and repeated failures. But slowly, he began to understand the nature of refinement.

In one of the luxurious rooms adjacent to the Sect Master's chamber, Elliot sat cross-legged on the floor, his eyes closed, while pulses of energy flowed around him like hidden currents.

He slowly opened his eyes and muttered to himself:

"So... refinement isn't just about gathering energy. It's a delicate art, a blend of control, balance, and harmony between body and soul."

Taking a deep breath, he began explaining to himself in a low voice, as if documenting his discoveries:

"First, I must gather energy into my energy reservoir. Every living being has an inner energy core, but the problem isn't in gathering—it's in how to control it."

He closed his eyes again, sensing the aura around him. The air, the ground, even the walls of the room—everything contained latent energy.

"External energy is like a raging sea, and if I try to absorb it randomly, I might drown in it."

He raised his right hand and began absorbing energy slowly, attempting to direct it toward his energy center. It felt like pulling water from a turbulent river through a small pipe... the flow was unstable, but he controlled it patiently.

"Once the energy enters the reservoir, the refining process begins. I must compress it and restructure it to match my body and soul. It's like purifying raw metal into a sharp sword."

Particles of light began gathering around him, and his energy started taking a purer, more stable form.

At that moment, he heard a knock on the door.

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"Come in," Elliot said in a calm voice without opening his eyes.

The Sect Master entered, surprised by Elliot's appearance. He saw the aura surrounding him and the energy flowing in a controlled manner.

"Hmm... You've learned quickly."

Elliot opened his eyes and smiled confidently.

"Refinement isn't difficult... It just requires the right understanding."

The Sect Master laughed, saying:

"At this pace, you might reach the spiritual realm in just a few months."

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Elliot descended from the palace with calm steps, as sunlight pierced through the clouds, casting a faint glow over his imposing figure. Many disciples stood watching him with admiration and amazement—this was the first time they had seen him wandering around the sect since his battle with Elder Gao Bi.

His black hair flowed smoothly over his shoulders, as dark as the night, while his black eyes carried a mysterious gleam, as if they hid secrets beyond comprehension. His fair skin, perfectly balanced with his sharp features, added to his enigmatic aura.

He wore a luxurious black robe adorned with intricate golden patterns, resembling ancient runic engravings woven with golden threads, making him look like a young ruler walking among the commoners. His belt was engraved with cryptic symbols, and his boots, crafted from the hide of magical beasts, reflected the sunlight brilliantly.

Elliot moved with confidence, paying no heed to the gazes around him. This time, he had a clear goal—meeting Kyber.

An hour earlier, he had spoken with the Sect Master about Kyber and said:

"I want Kyber to train with me."

The Sect Master smiled, stroking his chin as he said:

"I was already planning for that, but I was waiting for him to recover fully."

With the Sect Master's approval, Elliot headed straight to where Kyber was staying.

Upon arrival, he saw Kyber sitting on a rock, meditating on nature. When Kyber noticed Elliot approaching, he stood up, smiling as he said:

"You were really strong, Elliot... I can't believe you managed to defeat Elder Gao Bi!"

Then he sighed and added in a teasing tone:

"I regret teaching you the Finger of Sova... I thought it would be my only secret!"

Elliot chuckled lightly and said:

"Don't worry, I won't use it against you."

Kyber smiled, then looked at Elliot carefully and said:

"So... are we training partners from now on?"

Elliot nodded, then said in a calm voice:

"Yes, but don't expect things to be easy."

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After their brief conversation, Elliot and Kyber exchanged looks filled with challenge before heading together toward the palace. They passed through the long corridors adorned with ancient engravings, where guards and disciples cast curious and respectful glances at them.

Upon reaching the main hall, the sect master was waiting for them, seated on his ornately carved stone throne. He looked at them with a faint smile before speaking in his deep voice:

"Well then, now that we are in the palace, it's time for real training."

Kyber stood beside Elliot, his face marked with seriousness, while Elliot remained calm, as if the matter did not pressure him in the slightest.