Chapter 2663

Nash was familiar with souls, but they were just that-souls. Exploration? What was there to explore?

Seeing Nash's confusion, Otto smiled and explained, "It's normal that you don't understand. Or rather, almost no one truly understands it.

"Even the disciples of Abundance Mountain are like that. They may spend decades cultivating yet only grasp a superficial understanding.

"The cultivation of one's soul is a long process, so while they cultivate, they also make sure to preserve their health. Before achieving enlightenment, they might seem no different from ordinary people.

"However, once they achieve that breakthrough, their growth can surpass that of any martial artist of the same level.

"Master Calcraft, you're familiar with the Divine Sojourn Realm, yes?"

Nash nodded. "It allows one to detach one's spirit from one's body and travel thousands of kilometers in a day."

Otto nodded. "Exactly. That's roughly what the Divine Sojourn Realm entails. But what if I told you that the cultivation techniques practiced by Abundance Mountain are even more difficult than the attempt to reach that realm?"

Nash was stunned at that. All martial artists should start with the basics.

"Amazing, isn't it, Master Calcraft? That's the kind of people they are."

"Mind and soul as one, the Heavenly Spirit Art."

Otto demonstrated his mastery of the Heavenly Spirit Art.

"Separation of body and soul."

Otto's glowing soul stood before Nash while his physical body was enclosed within a barrier made from his true energy. Though the Heavenly Spirit Art appeared to be merely an astral projection technique, it was far more than that.

During execution, one's soul would transcend the natural world. In this state, the soul was comprised of three parts spiritual intent, three parts soul essence, three parts natural true energy, and one part physical strength.

Indeed, the soul formed by the Heavenly Spirit Art could interact with the physical world. This was precisely how Otto had managed to save Nash. However, there was no time for them to marvel at the technique now.

Otto urgently instructed, "Take Reese and run!"

Before reaching them, he had sensed that the lake water had resonated with Reese's true energy, creating a dangerous synergy between the two weapons. The lake had become restless, and it was on the verge of flooding the entire mountainside.

Otto urged them to leave quickly as he had to search for Wrendell. Just as he shot into the air to begin his search, however, the Sky Reflector Mirror burst out of the cave, followed by an overwhelming torrent of lake water.

Otto knew he had to handle it immediately and swiftly flew to the mountain peak. He then used his true energy to block the cave entrance and hold back the surging water.

Nash immediately took action at the sight. If they delayed even a moment, they could be buried here forever. He hurriedly dragged the unconscious Reese down the mountainside.

"Master Thorin, hang in there. Please hold on! As soon as I get this guy back to safety, I'll return to help you."

Nash's eyes were filled with frustration. He had already overexerted himself by using too much power when he activated the weapons and was further exhausted by the Sky Reflector Mirror. His body was barely coping.

Just then, something shocking happened-the Sky Reflector Mirror, which had flown out earlier, entered Reese's body.

Nash was dumbfounded, but Reese was still unconscious, so...

Suddenly, Reese stood up and, without warning, threw a punch straight at Nash's chest.

Nash leaned back just in time to dodge the attack.

"Damn it, this is bad-really bad."

Nash's face was filled with worry as he looked at Reese who was now being controlled by the mirror. In this situation, his only option was to defeat Reese. Could he do it in time, though? Would Otto still be able to hold on?