Chapter 55: The Eight Formations Recognize Their Master The heavenly divine object [Eight Formations of Gods and Ghosts] was first created by Zhuge Wuhou. With this treasure, Wu Hou burned Xinye with heavenly fire and borrowed the east wind at Chibi, leaving behind a series of stories that will be passed down through the ages. After Wu Hou passed away, the Eight Diagrams shattered and scattered across the world. It was not until Liu Bowen used King Wen's Heavenly Lesson to gather the Eight Formations and refine them again that he reappeared on earth. To cast a spell, the caster needs to place the center of his feet under his feet and set up Yin-Yang magic formations and strange magic formations around his body, so that he can mobilize the vitality of heaven and earth in the formation and use the magic to attack the enemy. The terrifying thing about the [Eight Formations] is that whoever holds this formation, with his soul entering the formation, can amplify the coverage of the strange formation several times, and move the four plates of heaven, earth, man, and gods in the formation at will, borrow magic from heaven and earth, move the stars and change the constellations in the blink of an eye, and change the clouds and rain with a wave of his hand! But such a terrifying artifact also has extremely stringent requirements on the spirituality of its owner. Throughout the ages, many heroes have been fortunate enough to get it, but most of them cannot use it and it is just a broken mirror. The four phases of heaven, earth, black and yellow, when reaching the heavenly level, are no longer ordinary things. They require the right time, place and people to be refined. They are divine objects!
Divine objects have spirits. Just like what Lu Zu said, "The sword in the box roars all the time, and I will never pass it on unless I meet someone like me." The same goes for the Eight Diagrams. It is better to have no one than to have the wrong one when choosing a master. If one is not qualified enough, one cannot even make it reveal its true form, let alone control it. It would rather remain obscure for hundreds or even thousands of years than succumb to "mediocrity". It’s just that the scope of “mediocrities” is too large. After Wu Hou, besides Liu Bowen, there were only two people who were fortunate enough to obtain the battle formation diagram and were able to use it successfully. First, Li Jing, the military god of the Tang Dynasty, was recognized as the master by five formations. Second, Chen Qingzhi, the Confucian general of Southern Liang who was "feared by thousands of soldiers and horses for safety", was recognized as his master by the three formations. With the qualifications of these two people, if they encounter other formation fragments, they will also be recognized. It’s a pity that they don’t have Liu Bowen’s divine calculations, so it’s difficult for them to find all of them. After Liu Bowen left the diagram and disappeared, the Eight Diagrams Diagram became obscured again. The outside seemed to be coated with a layer of copper, just like an ordinary bronze mirror, but in the shape of strips. The outside was engraved with Tai Chi Bagua and cloud seal spells, and it was gray and dull. But at this moment, the copper skin peeled off, and the Eight Diagrams revealed its true appearance in front of everyone! It was a precious mirror as crystal clear as jade! Zhao Wumian's blood dripped into the mirror, causing ripples on the mirror surface, and then his vital energy surged, and his mind and spirit were connected. At that moment, a burst of vital energy emanated from the Eight Diagrams, and a strange formation appeared around the table, which continued to spread outwards. The entire layout of the palace was presented within the formation, like a 3D miniature. In the front court there are Fengtian Hall, Huagai Hall, and Jinshen Hall, with Wenhua Hall and Wenlou to the east, and Wuying Hall and Wulou to the west; in the back court there are Qianqing Palace and Kunning Palace, with Chunhe Palace to the east, and Rouyi Hall, Fengxian Hall, and Dashan Hall to the west... Between those projected palaces, you can even see busy eunuchs and palace maids, and concubines taking a walk. All changes are at your fingertips! Even though they had seen this magical scene before, Zhu Biao, Xu Huizu and Tang Ding were still amazed. This is the mysterious [Eight Diagrams]! Zhao Wumian stood in the same place, but he seemed to be standing in the sky, and he could "see" everything in the formation with his eyes closed. At this moment, as long as he wanted, he could mobilize the vital energy, change the solar terms, and create wind, rain, thunder and lightning... Of course, it was just a thought. He knew his own limitations and that his realm was too low. Even with the Eight Formation Diagram to expand the coverage of the formation, the vital energy he could mobilize was still very small, and the impact was minimal.
Whether a warrior or a sorcerer, the foundation is the most important. Otherwise, even if you have the magic weapon in your hand, it will not be able to exert its full power. "It's really magical..." When his mind and spirit were connected, Zhao Wumian gained a lot of knowledge in his brain, including the techniques left by the former Wu Hou for the Eight Diagrams, as well as the secret techniques of how to mobilize the four regular formations of heaven, earth, wind and cloud, and the four strange formations of dragon, tiger, bird and snake, and even such magical techniques as praying to the sky, offering sacrifices to the wind, offering sacrifices to fire, and borrowing lives. Broad and profound! Such a strange phenomenon in Wenhua Hall clearly showed that the Eight Arrays had recognized Zhao Wumian as its master. However, his realm was too low and it was difficult for him to play a role for the time being. Xu Huizu and Tang Ding witnessed the whole process personally and had to admit that the Eight Diagrams Diagram was not a human being and would not be partial. What else could be said about it? It could do what they themselves could not. Zhu Biao was both relieved and worried. The good news is that the Eight Diagrams Formation has finally recognized its master and will surely come in handy in the future. The new master is the Jinyiwei of the Zhenfu Division, and he is loyal and has a bright future. The bad news is that Zhao Wumian is an outsider after all, and no matter how loyal he is, he is not one of them. If he wants to become one of them, he has to ask the master to come. But this method is a grace to others, but not necessarily to Zhao Wumian. Being a princess is both an honor and a bondage. Nowadays, Neo-Confucianism is prevalent, and there are strict regulations that a princess cannot remarry after being widowed. If a princess meets a prince consort who dies young, she must remain a widow for the rest of her life. This is so strict for royal princesses, and it is even stricter for prince consorts! Not only can they not take concubines, but even staying with the princess for one night requires submitting an application to the princess's female official in advance, and only with the princess's consent can it be carried out... Judging from Zhao Wumian's personality, he has absolutely no interest in it. Moreover, I heard that this guy is very close to Shen Wansan's daughter... If the emperor grants the marriage directly, it would be tantamount to breaking up the couple, and it might even backfire. What Zhao Wumian values, besides rare treasures, is his father and sister. "It seems that we can only start with his family and treat them as well as possible." Zhu Biao made up his mind and said to Zhao Wumian with a smile: "Congratulations to Captain Zhao for being favored by this divine weapon. However, I have to say in advance that such a divine object is rare in the world, so I can't give it to you so easily. With your current realm, you can't keep it even if I give it to you..." It is indeed the carrot hanging in front of the donkey. Zhao Wumian had anticipated this and secretly complained about it. But there is nothing wrong with their behavior. They don't owe you anything, so why would they give away such an important treasure for nothing? Zhu Biao was right. The Eight Diagrams Formation was a strategic-level weapon. There were countless people who wanted it, and there were even more people who did not want it to remain in the Ming Dynasty. Once the news leaked out, trouble would inevitably follow. It is indeed safer to stay in the palace until you grow up. Zhao Wumian clasped his fists and said sincerely: "I understand, but I dare not ask for anything more." "Do not." Zhu Biao said sternly, "You should ask for it. It has recognized you as its master, and no one else can use it. If it stays in the palace, it will just be gathering dust in the treasure house. When you have enough strength to preserve it, I will make the decision and I will definitely give this treasure to you." Zhao Wumian was a little surprised. Zhu Biao smiled and said, "Why? You don't believe it? As long as the time is right, you can use it. There will be a chance soon, Nanping Yungui will need it, I asked Brother Wenying (Mu Ying) to keep it, if you want to use it, just find him." "Your Highness."
Zhao Wumian was surprised and said, "I am only at the second level. I am afraid I can't even exert one percent of my power. It is useless to bring it with me. Or..." "Just set up the Return to Origin Formation." Zhu Biao was very familiar with this and said, "You should have inherited the legacy of Wu Hou. The Guiyuan Formation is a formation created by Wu Hou. Liu Bowen has used it, so you should know it now. This formation can unite the strength of everyone. Huizu and Tang Ding can be trusted, and with the help of Brother Wenying, the combined strength of these three talents should allow you to have the strength of the fourth realm for a short period of time. Add the Eight Formation Diagram, and even that Su Rige will have a headache. Don't underestimate yourself." Xu Huizu reacted immediately and said faintly, "It seems that Your Highness has already made a plan. Did you know that Tang Ding and I would not be together?" Tang Ding's eyes widened: "Your Highness, you are..." Zhu Biao smiled and said, "I am sincere in my intentions. I will let you two try first. However, my fourth brother failed, so it is normal to have a premonition." Zhu Di is the most talented among the royal family and the second generation of nobles. If he is not qualified, then it must be someone more qualified! Xu Huizu and Tang Ding looked at each other, both feeling a little helpless and excited in vain. …… (End of this chapter)