yasinovel Chapter 48 Speaking Frankly
Chapter 48 Speaking Frankly
If Chen Luo had his eyes open at that moment, Huang Mingyuan would have easily noticed the astonishment in them.
As he closed his eyes and focused on sensing, he discovered that although the intense pain in his muscles and meridians, which had been flowing with pure energy, was gradually subsiding, the vigorous power emanating from the depths of his muscles had not diminished at all. It was as if some kind of foreign substance, generated by the effects of the Lion Bone Powder, had been completely integrated into his flesh and blood, becoming one with him.
Chen Luo still thought it was an illusion, or that the effects of the medicine were dissipating, but perhaps at a slow rate.
However, nearly 25 minutes passed, and he still could not feel any signs of the medicine's effects dissipating.
What exactly happened...?
Chen Luo murmured to himself, then suddenly remembered something and was startled.
"how?"
Just then, Principal Huang's concerned voice rang in my ears.
Chen Luo then opened his eyes, carefully concealing his surprise, and looked at the other person, "The effects of the medicine have been reduced a little."
"Not bad." Huang Mingyuan nodded slightly. "The effects of Lion Bone Powder usually wear off completely within three hours. At that time, you might as well observe again to see how much you have absorbed."
A thought struck Chen Luo: "Could it be that not everyone absorbs only 10% of the drug's effects?"
Huang Mingyuan said, "Of course not. The absorption of drug effects varies from person to person, depending on the individual's tolerance. Most people can only absorb about 10% of the drug's power, while a very few can absorb 20% or even more. I've heard of people absorbing up to 50%. This tolerance is actually one of the talents in martial arts."
Chen Luo asked in confusion, "Is drug resistance one of the talents in martial arts?"
"That's right. The cultivation of medicinal techniques is an extremely important part of martial arts."
Huang Mingyuan slowly said, "The so-called martial arts, in essence, is actually the communication between man and nature. By communicating with nature, one can use the great power of heaven and earth to temper oneself and thus learn various supernatural abilities. Among them, medicine is the condensation of the essence of heaven and earth; methods are the bridge through which man can communicate with nature. From this perspective, the cultivation of medicine and methods is to use man's 'methods' to obtain the 'medicine' of heaven. Now that I've explained it this way, you should understand why drug resistance is considered a martial arts talent."
"Is that so?" Chen Luo was astonished. He had never expected that the so-called cultivation of medicinal techniques would have such a profound meaning.
After understanding this section, and connecting it with the medicinal power that had not dissipated from his own muscles and meridians, he suddenly thought of more. A glint of light flashed in his slightly lowered eyes. "What the headmaster means is that the stronger the drug resistance, the more medicinal power a person can absorb, which means that the person can absorb more of the great power of heaven and earth to temper themselves."
"That's right. If you can enter the inner realm and reach the hibernation state in the future, you will naturally be able to deeply feel this."
Huang Mingyuan continued, "In fact, almost all medicinal cultivation methods in the world require inner realm cultivation to master. However, Lion Bone Powder and Lion Bone Spiritual Pivot Technique are among the very few medicinal cultivation methods that can be accessed by outer realm martial artists."
"I understand." Chen Luo nodded, then keenly noticed a word, and asked with some confusion, "Hibernation Realm?"
Huang Mingyuan took a sip of tea. "The state where the mind is dormant within the body is called the Hibernation Realm, which is the first realm of inner vision."
The realm where the mind resides within the physical body… Chen Luo silently recited these words several times, realizing that his understanding was still insufficient and he could not comprehend their meaning.
Huang Mingyuan added, "Let's get back to Lion Bone Powder. There are two other things you need to be aware of."
"Firstly, the effects of Lion Bone Powder will dissipate within three hours. During this time, you can practice martial arts before the effects wear off, which can slightly increase your progress."
"Secondly, each bottle of Lion Bone Powder should be used at least two days apart. Although the Lion Bone Spiritual Pivot Technique can filter out the dryness and toxins in the medicine, taking it consecutively will diminish its efficacy and lead to waste. However, you don't need to wait too long either. The shelf life of Lion Bone Powder is three months. If it exceeds three months, its medicinal properties will gradually be lost. Do you understand?"
"Disciple understands." Chen Luo nodded earnestly.
"it is good."
Huang Mingyuan could tell from his expression that he had indeed memorized it.
Having said what needed to be said, Huang Mingyuan stood up, but when his gaze swept over the medicine bottles in the box, he hesitated briefly before sitting down again, staring at Chen Luo.
"Now that I've given you the Lion Bone Powder, let's have a heart-to-heart talk. Do you know why I've spared no expense in supporting you?"
A few days ago, Li Jiangwei had mentioned this. After a moment's thought, Chen Luo said frankly, "For the reputation of the Martial Academy, for the reward from the Martial Selection Division, and also for the sake of gaining more favors from Inner Realm Martial Artists."
Huang Mingyuan smiled upon hearing this, "Reputation and personal connections are all external things, how can they compare to my progress in martial arts?"
"Huh?" Chen Luo was taken aback, not understanding what he meant.
"I am forty-nine years old this year, nearing my twilight years. I have been trapped in the first level of hibernation for eighteen years. Without external help, I am afraid I will be unable to make any further progress in this life."
"However, if you can enter the Inner Realm or even a higher level in the future, after you are registered in the Martial Selection Division, I will be able to gain a merit. With this merit, I will have the opportunity to ask the Martial Selection Division for a spiritual medicine. If I obtain this medicine, my realm will hopefully advance further, reaching the third level of the Hidden Realm."
"For this, I am willing to pay a heavy price, and I have indeed paid it. Whether it is various benefits or cultivation techniques, I have given you everything that is due."
Huang Mingyuan stood up and looked at Chen Luo. "Now it's your turn to prove your worth."
Meeting that slightly intimidating gaze, Chen Luo was surprised. Accustomed to the roundabout ways of the private school disciples, he did not expect Huang Mingyuan, as the headmaster, to be so straightforward.
He actually understood the underlying principle.
Li Jiangwei had once told him that Licheng Martial Arts Academy, as a private school, was under the jurisdiction of the Dalin Martial Arts Selection Office, but it was not affiliated with any other institution. Therefore, it was more free than a charity school. Not only could it collect tuition fees from its students, but outstanding achievements could also be rewarded by the office. It could be said to be a combination of public and private institutions.
In contrast, the free schools, being directly under the Military Selection Division, were subject to more control and held a higher status than private schools.
For example, comparing Principal Huang with Instructor Li, Instructor Li was a formal official of the Martial Arts Selection Office, and teaching martial arts to the disciples of the Martial Arts Academy was a way of fulfilling his duties, while Principal Huang was an "outsider," whose status was naturally one level lower.
In short, this structure dictates that private schools will prioritize practical benefits and be more utilitarian in their operations.
Just as Master Huang said, he spared no expense in cultivating himself, and what he sought was the spiritual medicine from the Martial Selection Department that was crucial to his progress in martial arts.
Chen Luo could actually understand this, and even thought it was a good thing to say it so frankly.
A straightforward relationship based on mutual benefit and equal exchange is often more reassuring than a more convoluted one.
Moreover, Huang Mingyuan, a martial artist of the Inner Realm and the head of a private school, spoke so frankly to him, clearly placing him on an equal footing, which in itself was a form of recognition and respect.
Most importantly.
Chen Luo recalled the strange events that had just happened to him, and if he wasn't mistaken...
For him, the path to the Qingyun Martial Arts School was already smooth sailing!
With this in mind, Chen Luo met Huang Mingyuan's gaze frankly, "I understand the headmaster's good intentions."
"Just do your best."
Huang Mingyuan then revealed a slight smile. He had seen that Chen Luo was a sensible person, and judging from Chen Luo's expression, he had clearly understood his meaning.
just.
Whether it was his imagination or not, he noticed a strong sense of confidence in Chen Luo's eyes, a confidence so intense that it inexplicably made him feel at ease.