Chapter 32 - 32 32 Compensating for Weaknesses

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32: Chapter 32: Compensating for Weaknesses 32: Chapter 32: Compensating for Weaknesses After dinner, Miao Ruolan got to the heart of the matter, telling him that the most difficult part of this cultivation technique was actually the birth of True Qi, which can’t be taught but must be comprehended through serene contemplation. She had been practicing since she was a child, and it took her a full thirteen years before, on a spring night by chance, she was able to capture the elusive sensation of qi and produce the first strand of True Qi. Afterward, this strand of True Qi traveled through the main meridians in her body, slowly growing stronger. She was considered rather quick; she had surpassed her father by three years, as he took a full sixteen years to birth this strand of True Qi. At one point, he even doubted whether his ancestors were deceiving him, so when his disciple betrayed him back then, the old man only felt depressed but didn’t strike him, because he could understand the disciple’s despondency from five fruitless years of effort... Thus, Miao Ruolan shared her true thoughts with Lin Xiaosu, advising him not to be overly eager for success. After all, in modern society, almost no one practices martial arts, and life goes on just fine. “You can take the book home, even make a copy if you want. Just return the original to me sometime later.” Faced with her reasonable suggestion, Lin Xiaosu’s eyes flickered: “There’s no need to take it away, I’ve already read it.” He returned the book to her on the spot. Miao Ruolan felt a little relieved and a little disappointed. Relieved because he knew when to back down and wasn’t stubborn. But disappointed because ultimately, she wasn’t able to help him. However, she was at a loss about his next sentence... Lin Xiaosu said, “Since I’ve already memorized it, I might as well give it a try...” Yet, he just sat crossed-legged, motionless. Miao Ruolan cleaned up the dishes, washed them, and even did the sheets from yesterday that she hadn’t gotten around to. Time flew by, and before she knew it, it was already past four in the afternoon... Her gaze drifted towards the backyard, her thoughts splitting. In the backyard, Lin Xiaosu was sitting there, still not having budged an inch. It’s almost five, aren’t you going home? She really didn’t mean to rush him off; in fact, she was hoping that he wouldn’t leave tonight. However, if he truly didn’t go, she would feel a bit scared. Having never kept a man overnight, the very concept was absent from her mind; she felt afraid, shy, and conflicted... Lin Xiaosu showed no intention of leaving. Until after five o’clock, then six o’clock... Miao Ruolan finally let go of the turmoil in her heart. It seemed he was set to stay overnight. Night had fallen. In fact, Lin Xiaosu should have been feeling her discontent. Today was only the first time they had met, was it okay for him to stay overnight? Under normal circumstances, it would be impossible. But today was exceptional. Lin Xiaosu had completely forgotten the passage of time, fully engrossed in grappling with this cultivation technique. Human Tao Orchid Heart shouldn’t be the strongest in comprehension? Isn’t a cultivation technique what requires the most comprehension? If I can’t even get started on a cultivation technique, what kind of comprehension can I talk about? I must defend the dignity of Human Tao Orchid Heart! Despite his rebellious thoughts, he’s unfortunately facing the exact kind of cultivation technique designed to tame such obstinacy. After a whole morning and afternoon, he could not even remotely sense the Qi... Suddenly, a spark of insight flashed through his mind. As if a silver fish stirred up waves. Lin Xiaosu saw a new direction. This silver fish in his mind! What was this silver fish? An entity of consciousness. The entity, ethereal by nature, seemed to come alive and materialize after receiving Human Tao Orchid Heart. At that point, the sensation of Qi could not be born. I’ll try taking this silver fish there... In a moment’s thought, the silver fish arrived at the mysterious “Rejuvenation Origin”... With one revolution, Lin Xiaosu’s body shook violently; he caught an invisible ripple spreading... Two revolutions, a strand of Qi sensation was born. Three revolutions, the strand of Qi descended from that point all the way down, causing sharp pain in his Dantian. The sensation of True Qi stimulation became more distinct. But the pain was also more intense, the silver fish seemed like a plow in his hands, tilling a field that had never been cultivated before... Unbeknownst to him, Lin Xiaosu was drenched in sweat, with beads the size of soybeans about to fall from his forehead. Finally, there was a loud booming inside his body, as if the gates that had been sealed for decades were opened. True Qi turned into a gentle stream, flowing through his two main meridians, twelve primary meridians, and the Eight Extraordinary Meridians... By the small gate in the backyard, Miao Ruolan, holding a tray, stood at the entrance, exclaiming softly in disbelief. The tray in her hands nearly tipped over, but she tightly grasped it, bending the stainless steel out of shape. Lin Xiaosu slowly opened his eyes, with an expression of someone who had been shouldering a heavy burden for hours, finally relieved, utterly relaxed and content. Suddenly, he raised his hand, staring in amazement at a layer of dirt on his arm. Touching his backside, he thought to himself, “What the heck!” His clothes were slick, as if the impurities from inside his body were expelled all at once. “You’ve succeeded! You actually succeeded!” Miao Ruolan’s face flushed red, the plates on the tray clattering... “I need to take a bath...” said Lin Xiaosu. “Come!” Lin Xiaosu spent a long time washing in the bathroom. Miao Ruolan hung her dad’s clothes on the doorknob, standing in the yard for a long while. Her chest rose and fell gently, calming the turmoil within her. She had become proficient in Rejuvenation Skill, refining her body and expelling impurities, a fact she hadn’t mentioned to him. In her mind, even if his heart was truly calm as still water, even if he truly was a genius, it would take a few years before he could faintly see that slight possibility — it was not yet time to discuss the performance of the Cultivation Technique. But in just half a day, he had made a breakthrough. The most difficult entry step, he got it! Was this his miracle? The miracle of the Cultivation Technique itself? Or was it the miracle that they created together? The bathroom door opened, and Lin Xiaosu, wearing her dad’s pajamas, walked out. Miao Ruolan suddenly felt that the person coming towards her was somewhat handsome! This wasn’t an illusion. It was a fact; having achieved results with the Rejuvenation Skill, expelling bodily impurities and optimizing bodily functions included beautification. Why do you think Miao Ruolan persisted for thirteen years? Her fundamental purpose was beauty. Why hadn’t she succeeded? Actually, it was all tears — she succeeded! In the beginning, she was ugly, but after cultivating the Rejuvenation Skill, she became average. Wasn’t that a success? She couldn’t blame her mother for passing on the worst part of her face, nor could she blame the ancestors for leaving behind a Cultivation Technique that didn’t transform her completely; she could only blame her own starting point for being too low. Even with a significant improvement, it was still below average... “I think I succeeded!” Lin Xiaosu said with a light smile. “It’s not ‘think’!” Miao Ruolan put aside her overflowing thoughts and smiled brightly. “I feel like I can also create a miracle just like you!” “Just like me?” Miao Ruolan was slightly taken aback: “What nonsense are you talking about? What miracle have I created?” Lin Xiaosu walked up to the small table and picked up a pebble... Whoosh! The pebble flew out like lightning, embedding in the center of the flower opposite as if dotting its heart. Miao Ruolan’s eyes lit up: “Did you notice early on that these pebbles on the stone were set using this method?” “Mhm!” “Is this your Detective Skill?” Lin Xiaosu smiled: “That’s why our Detective Agency will definitely not be short on business!” “I...I’ve said it already, I...I really can’t do detective work, pairing up with me is like supporting an idler.” “Lucky you, you still think you’re an idler? Starting a Detective Agency involves so many procedures, I get a headache just thinking about it!” “Then why do you insist on starting one?” “Because... because money, right? Trying to get by in this society without money is tough. My brother hasn’t even gotten married yet, and it worries my mom sick just talking about our marriages. My dad works on a construction site and is tanned and sweaty all day long. I plan to use my own hands to free my dad first.” “Then I have to free my dad too!” said Miao Ruolan. “And my brother, my mom said, for my brother to get out of being single, he’d probably have to go to Southeast Asia and spend money to find someone.” “Did your brother cultivate the Rejuvenation Skill?” asked Lin Xiaosu. “He’s too impatient and restless, how could he manage to do so? He said something back then that almost frustrated my dad to death... He said he’d been practicing for ten years and other than farts, he couldn’t feel any sort of energy... It’s also a good thing he didn’t succeed. With his temper, ready to fight at the drop of a hat, we couldn’t afford to pay the medical bills for the damage he might do...” After dinner, Miao Ruolan immediately grabbed the clothes he had changed out of to wash. With that wash, Lin Xiaosu was no longer troubled about whether or not to return home. Spending the night at home wearing someone else’s dad’s pajamas seemed a bit improper. Staying over for the night here seemed alright. After all, as partners, they would likely be living together in the Detective Agency in the county town, if all goes well. He went to do the dishes. In the backyard, the solar lights were on, casting a soft glow. He washed the dishes, Miao Ruolan washed clothes; it was quite harmonious. The two chatted casually and gradually seemed familiar with each other. Maybe it was because they had both cultivated the Rejuvenation Skill, becoming similar kinds of people, or maybe Miao Ruolan was just a very gentle and intelligent person. In any case, Lin Xiaosu found talking to her especially comfortable, and as the conversation continued, it became more relaxed. By late night, they talked like old friends who had been collaborating for many years. That night, Lin Xiaosu slept in the guest room. The gentle breeze came through the window, waves rippled beneath, dogs in the mountain village barked a few times before quieting down, stars filled the sky, then were covered by dark clouds... He slept soundly, perhaps that was another wonderful effect of the Rejuvenation Skill, able to bring one’s mind to an extraordinary state of calm. If he was placed in a team like Chang Ye and No. 88, at least in terms of sleep, he could synchronize with them, able to sleep whenever he wished. What about his physical skills? Could he synchronize with theirs? Lin Xiaosu did not know, but it wasn’t important. What was important was that he was now making up for his biggest weakness, and there were indications that the future was promising. Genetic Masters, with their combat abilities, had a sudden burst of power, reaching the pinnacle as soon as they stepped off the operating table. Not so for Ancient Martial Cultivators; their cultivation could grow, and this was the source of Lin Xiaosu’s confidence...

Chapter 32 - 32 32 Compensating for Weaknesses

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