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The three listened carefully to the old Taoist's teachings, their hearts filled with new hope. They realized that this attempt was not only a challenge of science and technology, but also a reverence for nature and the universe.

"We will remember your teachings," Li Wei said respectfully, "and we will be more cautious in our attempts."

The old Taoist nodded. "Remember, time travel isn't something that can be easily mastered by human power. You need more than just science and technology; you also need a deep understanding of nature and the universe."

"We will," Fu Siyuan said. "Thank you for your help."

The old Taoist priest smiled slightly and waved his hand to signal them to leave. The three of them left the Taoist temple with the talisman book and the spirit-guiding staff.

The "follow nature" mentioned by the old Taoist priest contains the core ideas of Taoist philosophy and also reflects the basic principles that must be followed in the process of time and space travel.

Nature operates according to its own laws and rhythms, and these laws are the most fundamental principles of the universe. In a time travel attempt, "following nature" means not forcibly interfering with natural laws, but rather seeking the conditions within them that allow for the opening of space-time rifts.

In previous attempts, Li Wei and Fu Siyuan attempted to forcibly trigger the space-time rift by artificially generating electromagnetic fields, but this resulted in failure and danger. The old Taoist priest's emphasis on "following nature" reminded them not to forcibly interfere with the laws of nature, but rather to wait for the space-time rift to appear under natural conditions. The opening of a space-time rift may require specific natural conditions, such as thunderstorms or a specific geographical location. They need to patiently wait for these natural conditions to emerge, rather than attempting to artificially create them.

Taoist philosophy emphasizes the harmonious coexistence of humans and nature, believing that humans are just a part of nature and should respect and revere it. This philosophy also applies to time travel attempts.

Natural phenomena like lightning and thunderstorms possess immense power, but they are also unpredictable and dangerous. They must maintain a reverent respect for these natural forces and not underestimate the potential risks. During their journey, they must synchronize with the rhythm of nature rather than attempting to fight it. When choosing the time and location for their journey, they must fully consider the impact of the natural environment and select the safest and most suitable conditions.

The rhythm of nature is slow and steady, and the opening of the space-time rift may also need to follow this rhythm. In the attempt of crossing, "following nature" means that they need to be patient and not rush for success.

The opening of a rift in space and time might require the right time, place, and people. They needed to patiently wait for these conditions to perfectly converge, rather than rushing into action. The rhythm of nature was inviolable; they needed to learn to follow it, rather than trying to alter it. During a thunderstorm, they needed to wait for lightning to strike, rather than trying to bring it forward or delay it.

The power of nature is strong, but in their attempts to cross, they need to learn to utilize these forces instead of trying to fight against them. The old Taoist priest's mention of "following nature" also includes this meaning.

In the process of traveling, they need to learn to guide the power of nature, such as using the energy of lightning to open space-time rifts, rather than trying to resist or control these forces. Through tools such as talismans and magical instruments, they can better guide and utilize the power of nature, rather than trying to use their own power to fight against nature.

Taoist philosophy emphasizes inner peace and unity with nature, and this mindset is equally important in time travel attempts.

Crossing the sea is full of uncertainty and danger. They need to maintain inner peace and not be disturbed by external interference. They need to integrate their body and mind with nature, so that they can better perceive the rhythm and power of nature and find the opportunity to cross the sea.

Natural changes are unpredictable, and the conditions for opening space-time rifts can change at any time. In their attempts to cross, "adapting to nature" also means they need to be flexible and ready to respond to changes in nature at any time.

If natural conditions change, they need to adjust their plans promptly rather than stubbornly clinging to their original plan. They need to learn to adapt to changes in nature rather than try to change it. If a thunderstorm suddenly stops, they need to stop trying and wait for the next opportunity.

Nature contains endless wisdom and enlightenment, and the old Taoist priest's "following nature" also reminds them to find answers from nature.

By observing natural phenomena, they can find clues and methods for crossing. For example, the path of lightning and the intensity of thunderstorms can provide them with important information. Many natural phenomena can provide them with insights. The way lightning disperses energy when it strikes an object can provide ideas for designing protective devices.

The ancient talisman book and wooden instruments taken out from the inner hall by the old Taoist priest are important tools for guiding and controlling natural energy in Taoist practice.

This book of spells is titled "The Secret Book of Space-Time Spells" and contains a special spell - the "Space-Time Spell." The function of the Space-Time Spell is to guide the opening of space-time rifts and stabilize the rifts under specific conditions for safe passage.

The Space-Time Talisman attracts and directs natural energies (such as lightning) to open rifts in space-time. Combining Taoist talismans with the guidance of natural energies, this talisman is an extremely powerful tool. It not only opens rifts in space-time but also temporarily stabilizes them, preventing them from closing or becoming uncontrolled due to energy fluctuations.

According to the instructions in the spell book "Secrets of the Space-Time Spell", using the Space-Time Spell requires the following steps:

1. Choose the right place and time:

Location: Choose a place away from urban distractions and close to a natural energy source, such as a mountaintop, an ancient pagoda, or an open field.

Time: Choose thunderstorm weather, because the energy of lightning is the key to opening the space-time rift.

2. Prepare the talisman materials:

Yellow paper: the carrier used to draw talismans.

Cinnabar: A pigment used to draw talismans, it has special energy properties.

Peach wood sword: a tool used for drawing talismans and guiding energy.

Spirit-Guiding Staff: A wooden magic tool given by the old Taoist priest, used to enhance the power of talismans.

3. Draw the time and space symbol:

Following the pattern in the talisman book, the time and space talisman was drawn on yellow paper with cinnabar. The pattern was complex and required precise drawing without any mistakes.

During the drawing process, recite the spells in the talisman book, concentrate your mind, and infuse your thoughts into the talisman.

4. Activate the Space-Time Symbol:

Stick the drawn time and space symbols on Zhang Wanqing's body or place them around her.

Use the spirit-guiding wand to gently tap the time and space symbol while chanting the spell to guide the symbol's energy.

5. Channeling Natural Energy:

During a thunderstorm, wait for lightning to strike a nearby object (such as a tall tower or tree).

At the moment the lightning strikes, use the spirit-guiding wand to guide the energy of the lightning into the time-space symbol to activate the time-space rift.

Regarding the wooden spiritual instrument, the staff, an old Taoist priest explained: "The staff is an ancient Taoist instrument primarily used to guide and enhance the energy of talismans. Made from a special wood, it has been imbued with powerful energy through years of practice and blessing. The staff can channel natural energies (such as lightning) into the talisman, enhancing its effectiveness. It also stabilizes the energy within the talisman, preventing dangerous energy fluctuations."

The use of the spirit-calling staff requires the use of the time-space talisman. Before use, a specific talisman pattern must be drawn on the staff with a peach wood sword to bless it. At the same time, recite the incantation from the talisman book, infusing the staff with thoughts. At the moment of lightning strike, gently tap the time-space talisman with the spirit-calling staff to guide the lightning's energy into the talisman. Maintain contact between the spirit-calling staff and the time-space talisman until the time-space rift is fully opened. Once the time-space rift is open, continue to use the spirit-calling staff to guide energy to ensure its stability. If the energy fluctuations are large, the spirit-calling staff can be used to adjust the flow of energy to prevent the rift from closing or getting out of control. Once the time-space rift is guided by the spirit-calling staff and remains stable, and Zhang Wanqing is successfully sucked into the rift and disappears into the darkness, all these operations are complete.

Throughout the entire process, they must respect the laws of nature and refrain from forcible interference. They must wait for natural conditions to emerge, rather than attempting to artificially create them. Lightning and rifts in space and time contain immense energy, and they must remain reverent and not underestimate their potential dangers. If natural conditions change, they must promptly adjust their plans or cease their experiments, avoiding stubborn inflexibility. While spells and magical instruments can offer some protection, they must also prepare emergency medical equipment and backup devices to ensure prompt response in the event of an emergency.

It seems that true success is not easy. It requires the integration of "the right time, the right place, and the right people" to achieve harmony and unity between man and nature. People should have a reverent respect for nature, and while studying science, they should also believe in metaphysics.

"It seems that the end of science is metaphysics! Hahaha..." Li Wei said with a smile.

"No wonder...hahahaha..." Zhang Wanqing and Fu Siyuan also laughed.