Chapter 17: Assistance in Cultivation

Chapter 17: Assistance in Cultivation

The success of Wang Si's cultivation was a huge relief for Ci Tun Douluo, proving that the cultivation method he had deduced was flawless.

"This cultivation technique can greatly enhance one's skeletal structure. Although it may not significantly boost a Soul Master's soul power, it will help them forge a stronger physique.

Preliminary estimates suggest that Soul Masters who cultivate this technique can absorb soul rings with 20% increased efficiency. It's highly likely that they will be able to attain a second millennium soul ring and a fourth soul ring approaching ten thousand years in age."

When it came to the fourth soul ring, Ci Tun Douluo paused and corrected himself, "A fourth soul ring of ten thousand years might be a stretch, but it should be possible to achieve eight to nine thousand years. As for the fifth soul ring, one could directly absorb a soul ring with a duration of two to three millennia."

Hearing Ci Tun Douluo's evaluation, Qian Ren Xue couldn't help but glance at him inquiringly.

Ci Tun Douluo shook his head slightly and then pointed upward with his finger.

The upper limit could be even higher!

Qian Ren Xue instantly became intrigued by this cultivation technique.

She opened Ci Tun Douluo's cultivation notes and began to read. Soon enough, her delicate eyebrows furrowed in concentration.

After closing the notes, Qian Ren Xue rubbed her temples, feeling a slight headache coming on.

Ci Tun Douluo was not surprised by Qian Ren Xue's reaction.

While he could deduce the technique, learning it was another matter entirely, and not an easy task.

For lower-level Soul Masters to master it in a short time would be... well, wishful thinking.

"The most challenging aspect of this cultivation technique for lower-level Soul Masters is their mental strength," Ci Tun Douluo explained. "They lack sufficient mental power to guide their soul power throughout their body.

In addition to mental strength, one also needs a skilled teacher familiar with this cultivation technique. The process of strengthening the bones is akin to paving a road.

First, you need an experienced guide to lay the path. Once the road is in place, you must repeatedly tread upon it to make it naturally sturdy.

(To clarify, in the context of the Douluo era, 'paving a road' refers to the muddy paths in rural areas, not the concrete or asphalt roads in cities.

As Lu Xun said, 'There are no roads in this world, only pathways made by walking.')

"

Speaking of a skilled guide, Ci Tun Douluo turned to look at Wang Si.

In his opinion, only someone sufficiently skilled could act as that guide, and currently, Wang Si was the only suitable candidate.

If Qian Ren Xue wanted to quickly master this bone-strengthening cultivation method in a short time, she would need Wang Si's guidance.

Otherwise, she would have to wait until the Title Douluos, including himself, had become familiar with the technique to guide her.

After sensing Ci Tun Douluo's intention, Qian Ren Xue's expression turned perplexed. She furrowed her brows and considered his suggestion briefly before agreeing to Wang Si's guidance.

However, she decided to ask for Wang Si's opinion first, even though she knew it didn't matter much.

Was he unwilling?

What reason could he possibly have for refusing? Was being alive not appealing to him?

Feeling the unwavering gaze of a Title Douluo upon him, Wang Si reluctantly withdrew from his cultivation state.

Seeing both Ci Tun Douluo and Qian Ren Xue staring at him, Wang Si stood up, feeling somewhat guilty.

"Did I interrupt your discussion? Should I leave?"

Wang Si was still trying to wrap his head around Ci Tun Douluo's technique. He wasn't uninterested in their conversation, but the choice between satisfying his curiosity and preserving his life was a no-brainer.

"Stay!"

Qian Ren Xue called out to stop Wang Si as he turned to leave.

Wang Si turned back, confusion evident on his face.

"Your first soul skill is very practical. I'd like your guidance in cultivating it if possible. I can give you anything you desire."

Qian Ren Xue's eyes sparkled with curiosity as she tested Wang Si's response.

She didn't know much about him, and since she wanted him to do something for her, it made sense to find out what he wanted first.

Wang Si glanced at Qian Ren Xue and then at Ci Tun Douluo before replying, "Would it be inappropriate if I said I don't desire anything?"

Qian Ren Xue simply smiled at Wang Si.

Nothing at all?

Then he doesn't want to do anything!

Wang Si swallowed nervously and scratched his head. "Does the Spirit Hall have any rare and ancient herbs, or perhaps books related to herbs?

In the future, my soul power will inevitably reach a bottleneck, and I want to try breaking through with the aid of medicinal herbs."

Qian Ren Xue's eyebrows arched at Wang Si's request.

So, his obsession was to break through the soul power limit with the help of herbs?

There's also a Title Douluo in the Spirit Hall who's skilled in herb research. Are you interested in getting to know him as well?"

Wang Si glanced at Qian Ren Xue, his expression saying, "I knew it," as he rubbed his face, feeling a bit helpless. He sat down cross-legged with a sense of resignation.

He then quietly observed Qian Ren Xue, curious about what she wanted from him.

"Not everyone has your soul skill, so cultivating is more difficult for us.

So, we want to see if you can help others cultivate using your soul skill."

Wang Si was taken aback by this request. So, that was what they wanted...

............

Wang Si and Qian Ren Xue sat facing each other, cross-legged, with their hands clasped together.

This was the most effective cultivation posture Wang Si had discovered through his own practice.

After a week of guidance and experimentation with Ci Tun Douluo, Wang Si was now able to help ordinary people "cultivate."

Now it was time for him to assist Qian Ren Xue in her cultivation.

Ci Tun Douluo sat behind Qian Ren Xue, cross-legged, with one hand resting on her shoulder.

He began by channeling some of his soul power into Qian Ren Xue's body, using it to protect her meridians.

Even though Wang Si's experiments with ordinary people had gone smoothly, Ci Tun Douluo wasn't taking any chances with his young master.

"We can begin now."

Ci Tun Douluo gave the go-ahead, confident that he had safeguarded all of Qian Ren Xue's meridians.

Without a word, Wang Si channeled his soul power, concentrating it in his right hand. From his palm, the soul power flowed into Qian Ren Xue's palm.

There was still a significant gap between Wang Si and Qian Ren Xue in terms of soul power concentration and level. To avoid interfering with Wang Si's performance, Qian Ren Xue controlled her soul power, moving it out of the way and compressing it beneath her chest cavity.

Soul power cultivation, especially when it came to strengthening the body, required a repetitive and cyclical process, with soul power constantly flowing and exerting pressure.

This soul power circulation formed a closed loop, colloquially known as the "Grand Cycle" or "Great Zhou Tian."

Due to time and energy constraints, Wang Si couldn't possibly help Qian Ren Xue open up all her bones at once.

A plan was needed—a process that would start with local areas and gradually extend to the whole body.

The first step was to open up the bones in the arms and shoulders. This way, by simply clasping their hands together, Wang Si's soul power could circulate through Qian Ren Xue's arms and shoulders in a complete loop.

However, this wasn't considered a Grand Cycle but rather a "Small Cycle" or "Small Zhou Tian," where soul power cycled through a specific area.

As Wang Si's soul power flowed from his palm into Qian Ren Xue's bone marrow, she subconsciously let out a soft gasp.

Wang Si also frowned involuntarily.

"The density of your bones is quite high, making it difficult for my soul power to penetrate. You need to actively guide my soul power... Cough... Never mind, you don't know how to do that yet. I'll just have to try harder."

Wang Si prepared to gather his strength for a more powerful push, but then he thought of the Title Douluo and decided to ask a question.

"Senior, how are the safety measures? With you as my guarantor, I won't hurt her, right?"

Ci Tun Douluo simply hummed in acknowledgment.

"Here I go, then!"

Wang Si gathered his strength and channeled his soul power from his palm into Qian Ren Xue's palm in one forceful surge.

"Ah!!!'

Outside the door, the Snake Spear Douluo, who had been perusing Ci Tun Douluo's cultivation notes, was startled by the piercing scream of his young master. The notes almost slipped from his hands, but he reacted quickly and caught them.

Snake Spear Douluo was both alarmed and curious. Ci Tun, the young master, and that little guy were cultivating, weren't they?

What on earth was that ungodly noise?

Bang!

The door flew open, and a small figure came hurtling out.

Snake Spear Douluo reached out and caught the unconscious Wang Si.

After Wang Si had been knocked out and kicked out, Ci Tun Douluo also emerged from the room, rubbing his ears.

Snake Spear Douluo shot him a curious glance, full of questions.

Ci Tun Douluo sighed helplessly in response to his longtime partner's inquiring look.

"The young master couldn't bear the pain."

Snake Spear Douluo pressed his lips together, doing his best not to burst out laughing, especially since the young master was still inside.

"Inform the Grand Elder about the situation here. This kind of cultivation is no longer something the young master can decide on her own."

(End of Chapter)

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