GBP Chapter 65 Self-Awakening and Reflection
Chapter 65 Self-Awakening and Reflection
Under the expectant gazes of the Fiery Cloud Immortal Cauldron and the remnant soul Snow Sun, Lin Yue finally succeeded in establishing her foundation. For Lin Yue's family of five, it was a relief that they had all successfully completed their foundation-building process.
After achieving Foundation Establishment, Lin Yue focused on consolidating her cultivation in the villa. Inside the room, Lin Yue sat cross-legged, and the surrounding spiritual energy slowly gathered, being absorbed into her body to continuously nourish and strengthen her newly formed foundation.
After a period of cultivation, Lin Yue successfully stabilized her cultivation level. At this moment, she felt full of power, both physically and mentally, and was able to better face the future with her family.
The family sat together, their joy evident. They knew that in this challenging world, building a foundation was just a new beginning, and there was a long road ahead. But as long as the family worked together, no difficulty was insurmountable.
As Chengdu gradually calmed down, many factories resumed production, and department heads diligently returned to their work. Lin Yue's aunt's family and cousin's family, who were staying at her house, also wanted to return to their own home. Lin Yue once again helped them move and escorted them back to their former residence.
After all, no one's own house is as comfortable as someone else's, and there's no place like home. So, even though the outside environment was still not great, and everyone longed to return home, Lin Yue went to great lengths to take them back one by one.
Watching her loved ones happily return to their familiar home, Lin Yue felt a deep sense of relief. Although the future remains uncertain, this moment of reunion and peace brought warmth and hope to everyone.
One day, Lin Yue sat in the sunroom of her rooftop garden, gazing at the sky outside, lost in thought. She had been pondering why her spiritual realm and state of mind had not been able to improve.
The first reason is that she knows she has a stubborn personality. Once she makes a decision, she has a bottom line that she can never cross. Once that line is crossed, everything loses its meaning.
The second reason is that once she's made up her mind, nothing can change it. This isn't stubbornness, but rather the accumulated experience from repeated hurt. These experiences have made her resolute, but also made her seem overly obstinate in some ways.
Lin Yue sighed softly. She knew her personality had both strengths and weaknesses, but changing it was easier said than done. Perhaps, on her future path of cultivation, she would need constant reflection and adjustment to truly break free from the shackles of her mind.
The remnant spirit Xueyang said, "Lin Yue, your current state of mind isn't uplifted because you haven't experienced enough." Lin Yue replied helplessly, "Yes, I haven't experienced enough. Indeed, since I started raising my child, I haven't strived or fought in society; I've just been raising my child. Many stay-at-home mothers may face the same problem as me: without a job, without financial income, their status in the family is precarious. On the other hand, those who have been working in the workplace without getting married or having children, at my age, may have a clearer understanding of the world. But I've always stayed at home raising my child, rarely interacting with people, and my mind isn't flexible enough. I always feel stupid and dull, like I'm being manipulated by others, without any of my own thoughts."
The remnant soul Xueyang said, "Actually, you have your own ideas, but in the process of putting them into practice, you may encounter many problems, so you choose to back down."
Lin Yue fell into deep thought. She began to reflect on her past actions and realized that she could not continue like this. She wanted to change, to break through, and to have a stronger heart and a more wonderful life.
The Lin family embarked on a new journey, a completely new adventure in their lives. The chaos had passed, production was resuming in various places, and the climate was gradually stabilizing. People in every country had suffered heavy losses to varying degrees and were all working hard to restore their domestic situations.
In contrast, abroad, the situation remains fragmented and chaotic, with various parties arguing endlessly. But everyone knows the truth: it's nothing more than overproduction, overpopulation, competition for profit, and the allure of money—ultimately, a struggle for exploitation and profit. Ordinary people, living on the margins, have no say in the matter; they are merely ants at the bottom of society. The upper classes have no way of understanding their own lives, as they have always lived in relative stability. On the other hand, this disaster has devastated ordinary people, resulting in numerous deaths and injuries, and countless families torn apart.
Having witnessed the joys and sorrows of life, Lin Yue's family cherishes each other and the peace and tranquility of the present moment even more. They understand that in this unpredictable world, the companionship and mutual support of family are the most precious things.
Lin Yue, who lived on the top floor, gathered all her friends over. First, she told the rat spirit, "Take good care of yourself." Then she called the eagle spirit, hoping she could return to nature and live a good life. Next, she called the willow spirit over and told her, "If she can control the willow stump, she should find a secluded place to rest." Finally, she addressed the two snow wolves, saying, "If there's a better option, she can go out for a walk."
Lin Yue gathered all the spirits around her to discuss the matter, hoping to find out if they had any intention of leaving. However, all the spirits expressed that they did not want to leave Lin Yue's family. Lin Yue was at a loss, feeling that something bad might be about to happen, and that her family of five might face some indescribable problems and events.
After surviving this tribulation, Lin Yue gained a new ability: the ability to foresee danger. Yes, foresight. She didn't know how she acquired it; perhaps she received guidance in her dreams while sleeping.
This unknown danger filled Lin Yue with worry, but she also understood that she could only face it bravely and work with her family and friends to deal with the possible storms that might come.
The problems humanity faces have led to some peculiar changes. Large cities have gradually expanded into megacities, while second- and third-tier cities are increasingly resembling towns. The situation in rural areas is even worse, with some mountain villages being advised by the government to allow farmers to relocate.
As a result, vast areas of forest were restored, and the number of wild animals began to increase. Human settlements were no longer as scattered as before, but became more concentrated. Whether this was a good thing or a bad thing, no one can say for sure.
In these megacities, people enjoy the resources and convenience brought by concentration, but also face problems such as uneven resource distribution and increasing environmental pressure. Meanwhile, the once tranquil villages and forests, although they have regained their natural vitality, have also left some people who are accustomed to their homeland feeling lost and confused.
Where the future leads, and where humanity will go amidst these changes, remains to be seen.
The nation has offered more directions for education, and among the many choices, spiritual practice has emerged as a new trend. More and more people are dedicating themselves to it, choosing to enjoy the solitude that spiritual practice brings in this world, and constantly striving forward.
They either seek out places rich in spiritual energy in deep mountains and valleys, or meditate quietly in tranquil temples. Some abandon the hustle and bustle of the world in pursuit of a higher realm; others strengthen their bodies and temper their will.
On the path of spiritual practice, everyone cherishes their own dreams and goals. They persevere in solitude, grow in loneliness, and look forward to the day when they can break through their limitations and achieve a perfect fusion of mind and body.
However, the path of spiritual practice is not smooth sailing; it is full of hardships and challenges. But these courageous people did not back down. They firmly believed that as long as they persevered, they would eventually reap their own glory on this unique path.
As Lin Yue sat meditating again in front of the rooftop garden, she suddenly felt a beam of light enter her brow. What exactly was entering her brow? She had no clue, nor did she feel anything special. But this time, something truly had entered her brow. Why was this? Was it some kind of revelation? Lin Yue was filled with doubt.
Lin Yue asked the remnant soul Xueyang, who said he wasn't sure either. She then consulted the old man of the Fire Cloud Immortal Cauldron, who was equally baffled. They all asked Lin Yue if there had been any other changes, but Lin Yue shook her head and said, "No, I just feel something entering my brow, but I have no idea what it is."
This mysterious situation made Lin Yue fall into deep thought. She didn't know what kind of impact this unknown thing would have on her, and could only continue to explore and wait with trepidation.
Lin Yue proactively went to the neighboring villa to inquire with several powerful cultivators, asking if anything could enter her brow. The cultivators were equally baffled, unable to explain what it was, and equally unable to determine what had entered her brow. Everyone was filled with doubt, not understanding why anything could enter her brow.
Lin Yue felt a little uneasy; the unknown situation made her uneasy. The bigwigs were also filled with curiosity about this mysterious phenomenon, pondering the secrets that might be hidden behind it.
In the days that followed, Lin Yue continued her cultivation while constantly observing the changes in her brow, hoping to unravel this mystery as soon as possible.
That day, the family of five sat on the rooftop to begin their daily practice. Unexpectedly, except for Lin Yue, something entered the foreheads of the other four. Lin Yue watched as something entered the foreheads of three of the children, and also Gong Yong's. She was filled with astonishment; why were things entering the foreheads of all five members of her family? And while on the surface there seemed to be nothing wrong, Lin Yue felt that this was not a simple situation, unsure whether it was a blessing or a curse.
However, none of the five family members were yet aware of what the beam of light entering their heads represented. This unknown situation made Lin Yue feel vaguely uneasy; she worried that this mysterious light might have unforeseen consequences for her family. The other four, however, didn't pay much attention as they didn't feel anything unusual at the moment.
However, Lin Yue dared not let her guard down. She decided to keep a close eye on her family's situation and try her best to find the answer and unravel the mystery of this mysterious light.
Outside, Chengdu is gradually recovering. More and more people are going out to work, food supplies are slowly becoming more plentiful, the seasons are gradually returning to normal, and crops are beginning to grow vigorously.
While those in power are gratified, they cannot help but feel a pang of regret. These recent climate-related viral outbreaks have resulted in the loss of a large population. The loss of so many people may have eased some of the burden on the nation, but it also means the loss of many intelligent and capable individuals. It is truly a helpless situation; the country has done its utmost to protect all its citizens, yet such a massive oversight has still occurred.
However, life must go on. Amidst the pain, people are even more determined to rebuild their homes and pursue a better life, striving to restore Chengdu to its former prosperity and vitality.
It was another bright weekend, and Lin Yue took her three children, a family of five, to a park 30 kilometers away at the foot of a mountain. This was where the rat spirit collected spirit stones.
The rat spirit had already cleared out its spatial dimension, prepared some spiritual fruits, and even traded with the pangolin family, asking them to help find and mine spirit stones. This time, the rat spirit planned to take Lin Yue's family of five down into the earth's ley lines to take a look. Because during the year or so of riots and chaos outside, the pangolin family had remained peaceful underground. They had dug many interconnected burrows, collecting a considerable amount of spirit stones in the process.
At the foot of the mountain stood a peculiar farmhouse. The family who lived there were likely all gone; the house had been confiscated by the government and fallen into disrepair. The rat spirit had placed its entrance in a ground-floor annex next to the master bedroom. Lin Yue followed the rat spirit into the courtyard. The door was open; she easily opened it, then closed it again and bolted it from the back. Although the bolt wasn't very sturdy, Lin Yue bolted it for safety.
The family of five followed the rat spirit into the main room of the courtyard. To the left of the main room were the kitchen, toilet, and pigsty, while to the right were storage rooms and a master bedroom. Upstairs, there were four or five rooms and a large living room.
They found a hole in the master bedroom next to the storage room on the right side of the building downstairs. It was dug by a pangolin; the hole was large enough for a person to easily walk down, and even the steps leading down to the hole had been prepared by the pangolin. The family of five crouched down and found that the underground passage was quite spacious. Gong Yong, who is about 1.82 meters tall, was able to walk upright. Lin Yue is only a little over 1.6 meters tall, her eldest daughter is about the same height, her second daughter is 1.5 meters, and her youngest child is 1.3 meters, so they all found it easy to descend into the tunnel.
They walked along the main path for about two hours before the rat spirit led them to a breathtaking place. A single, enormous spirit stone, emitting a faint blue-white glow, stood there. The little rat could only see one side. Lin Yue reached her hand onto the spirit stone and could sense its immense size, though she couldn't quite pinpoint its exact dimensions.
In this mysterious and wondrous underground world, Lin Yue and her family were deeply attracted by the scene before them, their hearts filled with curiosity and amazement at the unknown.
Lin Yue took out her phone, took several photos of the cave wall, and recorded a short video of the surrounding area before sending them to the relevant leaders. She hoped they would consider whether the project was of interest to the government and whether there were other plans. While Mingyue was excavating the pangolin, the little mouse had already brought back many spirit stones and stored them in Lin Yue's spatial storage, but Lin Yue felt there was no need to keep them for herself and decided to hand them over to the government for a decision.
Soon, the group of leaders from the central government who were practicing asceticism saw the video Lin Yue sent and were overjoyed. They had been searching for a long time without success and had no idea how Lin Yue and her team had found it. Lin Yue sent their location, and the family of five emerged from the cave again and began camping nearby, taking out their camping gear from their car. They had just set up their tent and prepared dinner when the government's convoy arrived.
The government mobilized quite a bit this time, sending in armed forces. The troops cordoned off the entire area and began setting up tents. Many of the military tents were erected, and a large number of people arrived. That night, no one did anything special; instead, they prepared logistical supplies, ate dinner, and got a good night's sleep.
The next day, Lin Yue and her husband, along with their three children, brought some important leaders and people who had signed confidentiality agreements to the entrance of the cave, and then led them down into the underground passage. They had brought surveying and mapping personnel with them. Once inside, they found it was indeed a labyrinth of interconnected passages. However, when they tried to excavate manually, they discovered the ground was extremely hard, making ordinary excavation impossible. Therefore, they needed the pangolin family of three to help. But the government couldn't afford to pay the pangolins for their work, so Lin Yue had to foot the bill.
Lin Yue did not hesitate at all. She knew the importance of this discovery to the country and was willing to take on this responsibility. In the days that followed, the excavation work proceeded smoothly with the help of the pangolin family, and Lin Yue's family was commended by the country and respected by the people for their contribution.
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