The large martial arts training room was silent, with only the occasional faint sound of thunder.
In the silence.
Zhang Fusheng was completely unaware of this.
While practicing the 'Spring Thunder Breathing Technique,' he thought of the words of Senior Sister Chen, Coach Chen,
Spring Thunder Technique, Flower Picking Stance, Grim White Bone Observation, combined as one, especially the Spring Thunder Technique and Grim White Bone Observation, are essentially complementary, one births, the other annihilates.
The most crucial element is that the essence of the Spring Thunder Technique lies in the[bones].
It uses breathing to drive the body's 206 bones, coordinating them to the rhythm and pace of the first thunder of early spring, and further advancing all the body's blood and energy, propelling the mysterious factor—bone!
Zhang Fusheng didn't even contemplate[Bone Generating Light], merely observing his decayed and withered body, transforming it into ancient white bones, and then shaking the bones with the Spring Thunder Technique,
With that, he immediately entered the entry level of the Spring Thunder Technique.
The thunder-like vibrations of bones and muscles were continuous, as the mysterious factors around swept in like the wind, infiltrating through 36,000 pores into his body,
And then, at intervals with the thunder-like vibrations of the bones and muscles, they were sent throughout his body in a rhythmic manner, truly retained and stored within Zhang Fusheng's body.
He was silently transforming.
"No, it's not just that. Spring Thunder Technique, White Bone Observation, they're definitely not just that, the former births, the latter annihilates, but the latter also inherently contains the cycle of birth and annihilation..."
"Indeed, the first thunder of early spring not only awakens all hibernating things, but it is ultimately thunder, capable of destroying trees, shattering metal and stone, and disrupting vitality!"
"Both carry the true intent of birth and annihilation."
"First death, then rebirth; destruction before establishment; ruin before conservation!"
Thoughts spun rapidly in Zhang Fusheng's mind,
He repeatedly envisioned his own body decaying to white bones and then regrowing flesh, repeatedly using thunder sound to scatter his blood and energy and then exploding with vitality.
The mysterious factors gathered more and more, merging into flesh and blood amidst the vibration of bones and muscles!
He didn't know how much time had passed.
When he opened his eyes, the martial arts training room was once again empty, with only a young woman with red hair, arms crossed, quietly watching him.
"Senior Sister Chen."
Maintaining the Flower Picking Stance, Zhang Fusheng quickly stood straight:
"I... got carried away."
"Enlightenment is like that."
Chen Yuque looked Zhang Fusheng up and down, nodding approvingly:
"I checked the records and found you only came to the Martial Arts Hall yesterday, learned the Grim White Bone Observation yesterday... Now it seems you've grasped the basics of the White Bone Observation and suddenly became enlightened, even bringing the Spring Thunder Technique to entry level."
She paused, clicking her tongue:
"To master White Bone Observation in a single day, master Spring Thunder Technique and Flower Picking Stance within minutes, yet another little genius... it's indeed difficult to communicate with you talented ones sometimes."
Zhang Fusheng's mouth twitched, talented ones?
Could he someday also be called a talented one?
"It's almost noon, let's grab some food."
Chen Yuque glanced at her watch, calmly saying:
"I'll inform the master about you... but the master might not take you as a disciple. Talent isn't the most important thing on the path of cultivation, so don't become arrogant because of it. I've seen several people with talent greater than yours."
Zhang Fusheng hurriedly clasped his fists:
"Heaven beyond heaven, there are people beyond people. I understand this principle."
"Hmm."
Chen Yuque nodded slightly. She wasn't usually talkative, but she had spoken more today, perhaps because there was a chance this young man could become her junior martial brother.
Although that possibility seemed slim.
After taking in a heaven-defying little junior sister, the master was reluctant to accept more disciples.
Thinking of that true genius, Chen Yuque sighed softly:
"There's no cultivation class this afternoon, so take some time to consolidate on your own. After the first refinement for a martial artist, you need only to simply integrate mysterious factors into the skin membrane, after which consideration of cultivation techniques becomes necessary….. Refresh yourself with some food supplements, and take medicinal baths."
She instructed:
"The shorter the time between completely integrating the mysterious factors into the body and entering the first refinement, the greater the benefits later on. If you can reach the first refinement within a month, your future is promising."
"Understood, thank you for the guidance, Senior Sister Chen."
"Go eat."
Chen Yuque nodded succinctly and turned to leave.
After she left, Zhang Fusheng stood alone in the martial arts training room, taking a deep breath, his eyes suddenly brightening.
"I actually entered the entry level of the Breathing Technique on my own..."
"The shorter the time to cross into the first refinement, the better?"
He pondered for a moment, gaining clarity in his heart.
He still had fifty-one years of Breathing Technique cultivation time left.
It was time to use it.
"Go back home once more, maybe even study [Bone Generating Light] further, and practicing the Spring Thunder Technique as well might bring more benefits!"
As he pondered, he walked out of the martial arts training room and was slightly taken aback.
His two dorm mates, Zhou Quan and Wang Xiangnan, were waiting outside.
"Fusheng brother is out?"
Zhou Quan came forward, enthusiastically slinging an arm over Zhang Fusheng's shoulder, smiling warmly:
"Didn't expect Fusheng brother to be a martial arts prodigy too... come on, let's hit the cafeteria and get some food supplements first!"
Zhang Fusheng was about to refuse, but upon hearing 'food supplement,' his heart stirred, and he nodded woodenly, a naive look spreading across his face.
Zhou Quan's smile grew even brighter.
In the second-floor cafeteria.
As the trio settled into a small cubicle, Zhou Quan called over the cafeteria's helper:
"Three servings of premium food supplements... no, two premium, one special supply."
He handed over his student card, then smiled brightly:
"While the premium food supplement is good, since this is Fusheng brother's first time storing mysterious factors in the body, it's better to reach the first refinement quickly for greater benefits, so a special supply is in order!"
"Special supply?" Zhang Fusheng asked curiously, "What's special about it?"
He glanced at the silent Wang Xiangnan, who showed a clear hint of envy on his face.
Zhou Quan waved his hand, speaking magnanimously:
"It's not a big deal, generally using superior herbs paired with Treasure Beast meat, each serving costs three thousand bucks."
"As for the special supply, it's slightly better, using Star Beast meat. It's pricier, costing several tens of thousands."
Zhang Fusheng was truly stunned this time:
"Tens of thousands? Star Beast?"
He naturally knew about Star Beasts, which are Barbaric Beasts living in the Cosmic Star Sea, but hearing of them was one thing, he'd never seen them, let alone eaten them.
Zhou Quan casually waved his hand:
"Nothing much, if Fusheng brother partners with me in some business deals, what's a special supply food supplement? Having one and throwing ten wouldn't hurt!"
He paused, patting Zhang Fusheng on the shoulder, grinning widely:
"Of course, Fusheng brother will surely focus on cultivation now, don't worry, I won't force you."
Zhang Fusheng offered no reply, just maintaining his simple demeanor, casting a casual glance at Wang Xiangnan.
The latter tightly pressed his lips together.
What exactly did Zhou Quan see in him?
And what sort of business was this?
Never mind.
First, enjoy the meal!
......
Top floor of the Martial Arts Hall.
"Genius?"
The old hall master recalled:
"Oh, it's that young kid from yesterday, managing to get into White Bone Observation? Hmm, not bad."
He looked indifferent, with an expression accustomed to seeing such things, unwavering.
Chen Yuque served him a cup of tea, smiling:
"You're not considering taking him in, Master? Despite the young junior sister being a precious gem, gaining White Bone Observation in just a day and night... his talent surpasses even mine."
The old hall master waved his hand:
"Not lacking for one or two more, having you three is enough. You're aware of my current state, lacking the energy to train another disciple."
Chen Yuque had an expected look:
"Still no progress on perfecting the White Bone Observation?"
"Hmm."
The old hall master nodded solemnly:
"Contemplation Technique is the foundation of cultivation, yet also critically important. I only hope you three can achieve great success in White Bone Observation soon."
Chen Yuque shook her head:
"Great success is too challenging, talent is one thing, the main factor is needing at least a decade to nurture one's spirit."
"Those outside, boasting entering [I should see myself as such] at twenty or even eighteen or nineteen, the so-called 'geniuses,' are merely taking shortcuts to pseudo-great success, for instance... Chen Nuanyu."
The old hall master gave a slight hum, shifting the conversation:
"By the way, your senior brother's distant cousin, who works as a helper in the martial arts hall, apparently got quite frightened yesterday in the hall, became lost and dazed, and was sent to the hospital by his family for treatment. Go check what's going on."
"Yes, Master." Chen Yuque nodded succinctly: "I'll visit the hospital later."