Chapter 234: Life Fire Ignition
At another corner of the mansion, Orion sat across from Selene inside her study, where she had explained the Soul Path to him.
Orion carefully opened the ancient scroll Selene had handed him, feeling its delicate texture beneath his fingertips. The parchment was a deep ivory hue, inscribed meticulously with elegant characters that radiated a subtle, calming aura.
Taking a deep breath, Orion began to read the technique carefully, absorbing every phrase, diagram, and subtle instruction. The "Life Fire Ignition Art" detailed precise meditative chants and intricate visualizations intended to awaken and stabilize the spiritual flame deep within the Sea of Consciousness.
Gradually, Orion’s surroundings faded from his awareness as he became fully engrossed in the scroll.
His mind carefully visualized each step outlined—how to learn to control his soul energy in his Sea of Consciousness, how to gently coax the spark of Life Fire into existence, and methods for stabilizing its initial volatile state.
Hours silently passed unnoticed, the gentle rays of the morning sun gradually shifting into the golden tones of late afternoon, bathing the study in a warm amber glow.
Orion remained motionless, eyes fixed intensely upon the scroll, every fiber of his being committed entirely to comprehending this essential technique.
Eventually, a soft sigh escaped his lips as he finally raised his head, stretching his stiff shoulders slightly.
He glanced casually toward the window, only to freeze in mild surprise at the sight of the sun dipping toward the horizon, painting the sky with brilliant hues of crimson and gold.
"It’s already evening?" Orion murmured softly, his voice filled with surprise. He turned quickly, noticing Selene seated across from him with a gentle, amused smile playing across her face.
She nodded warmly, eyes twinkling affectionately. "You truly immerse yourself completely when studying, my dear. Hours pass unnoticed, don’t they?"