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Chapter 329: Everyone Misses Wang Zong
Beginner-Qi Mai Chang Liu (6/6): The more breathing techniques you master, the faster your Martial Energy recovers.
Looking at the first layer effect of Qi Mai Chang Liu, Zhang Yu felt a subtle stirring in his heart.
"Simple and brutal."
"With the number of breathing techniques I’ve mastered now, I wonder just how much faster my recovery speed could become."
Zhang Yu was curious to test it out. In an instant, he unleashed a surge of powerful spiritual energy, forming dozens of spectral arms that shot out toward the surrounding rebar.
Normally, using spiritual energy for long-range work meant severe energy drain. To conserve Martial Energy, Zhang Yu usually kept his spiritual projections within medium to short range.
But this time, wanting to deplete his Martial Energy as quickly as possible, he pushed the spiritual arms out to over thirty meters.
Cloud-like spiritual energy erupted from behind him in eight streams—eight massive serpentine limbs lashing out in all directions.
They twisted steel, built walls, cleared debris—Zhang Yu was like a team of multiple people, working feverishly across the construction site.
The massive, long-range exertion caused his Martial Energy to drain at an alarming rate.
"At this pace, I’ll be completely drained in no more than ten minutes."
Thinking this, Zhang Yu mentally activated the Chain Law Diagram on the Feather Scroll, switching his University Holy Body into Qi Mai Chang Liu.
Instantly, he felt a flood of insight—each breathing technique’s intricate mechanics flooding into his mind.
The meridians within his body seemed to open wide, now capable of channeling Spirit Energy with greater speed and broader capacity.
His dantian felt like a black hole, sucking in the surging Spirit Energy with every rotation of his Martial Energy cycle, then expelling purified Martial Energy in return.
Martial Energy recovery skyrocketed.
"If I could drain my energy completely in ten minutes before… now, I could easily last an hour."
Zhang Yu’s heart thumped. He grew even more eager to unlock the next two layers of Qi Mai Chang Liu.
"Still, I can’t rely on this to sell off massive amounts of Martial Energy."
He thought with a sigh: This recovery effect is too strong. Selling too much would attract unwanted attention.
"Still, a little every day should be fine."
And then there’s Le Mulan…
Zhang Yu mused—now he could feed her more Martial Energy daily, accelerating her cultivation quality.
"Given the current pace, with my daily infusion and her own constant investment, her Deep Cold Mana Vein should be complete by next month."
Still, he switched back to the University Holy Body.
He was still in his growth phase—University Holy Body was better suited for boosting cultivation speed and efficiency than quick recovery.
Next moment, Zhang Yu retracted his spiritual arms, returning to medium- and short-range work, carefully balancing energy consumption and replenishment.
In the following days, Wang Yin never reappeared—no offline retaliation, no refund threats, no confrontations, not even a message. It was as if nothing had ever happened.
Without Wang Yin’s support, Zhang Yu could no longer afford daily meals or massages. His cultivation speed dropped sharply, leaving him deeply unsettled.
"Wang Zong still hasn’t responded?" Zhang Yu asked Tian Yang again, the same question he’d asked countless times.
Tian Yang shook his head. "He blocked me. I can’t reach him."
"As far as I know, he’s cutting off all networks—focused solely on studying and cultivation, preparing for the postgraduate entrance exam."
Zhang Yu sighed inwardly. It was like losing his top-tier fan—the streamer’s biggest supporter had stopped watching, even blocked the chat.
Especially considering how much Lingbi he’d earned from Wang Yin—more than all his past wages combined in University City—it hit home just how much faster livestreaming was than regular work.
Yu Xinghan felt the same way.
"Wang Zong still nothing?" He asked, watching Zhang Yu shake his head.
Yu Xinghan exhaled. Those days of free massages are gone for good.
"Still, I’ve collected enough material at the massage parlors. I should be fine for now."
Besides mastering massage techniques via his Third Eye Ability, he’d been filming footage for Store Inspection Videos, editing and uploading them weekly.
"My Civil Engineering Daily and Store Inspection Videos have seen a slight boost in views, but relying on them for income? That won’t happen overnight."
"I need a way to make quick money now."
"Though my massage skills are still new… I need practice."
He turned to Li Xiao. "Wanna try my new massage technique?"
Li Xiao immediately nodded. He lay on the floor, enjoying Yu Xinghan’s unsteady but earnest massage, chatting casually.
"Xinghan, what kind of Eye Armor are you using?"
"Tiangong."
"Really? Me too. What about Yu Ge?"
"Shican Modong."
"Oh~ So where’s your next construction site? Can I tag along?"
After a few days of practice—first on Li Xiao, then Zhang Yu—Yu Xinghan had fully internalized the skills he’d stolen via his Third Eye Ability, seamlessly blending the decades of expertise from countless masters.
Then he contacted Li Xuelian.
Yu Xinghan: Senior Sister, I want to join the Dark Massage World.
Li Xuelian: You’re going to practice unlicensed massage? Are you even qualified? When did you learn?
Yu Xinghan: My technique is flawless! Trust me, Senior Sister—just try it!
Li Xuelian: I’m not doubting your skill…
Yu Xinghan: Please, just give it a try! You’ll be amazed!
Li Xuelian: No need. I’ll arrange it for you.
Yu Xinghan stared at the screen, disappointed. But then he exhaled, relieved.
Civil Engineering videos, Store Inspection videos—both have potential, but they’re long-term investments. It’ll take a year, maybe two, even four, before they pay off.
"I need something to earn quick cash now."
And the Dark Massage World—unlicensed, underground massage—was the solution he’d come up with, after using his Third Eye Ability to scout dozens of massage parlors.
With my rapid mastery of massage techniques, I’ll make quick money here. Later, if I go viral on video, I can wash my hands clean and go mainstream.
That day, after one last practice session on Zhang Yu, Yu Xinghan followed Li Xuelian’s instructions and started his first real job.
The location was rough—just a basic outdoor massage spot below University City’s 100th floor, assigned to newbies.
Yu Xinghan said, "I’m stepping out for work. Don’t wait up today."
Zhang Yu watched him leave, thinking: His massage skills are improving too fast. Could he really be using the Third Eye Ability? How many massage parlors has he visited?
Shaking his head, Zhang Yu stood up, feeling the relaxed state of his body, and left the construction site.
He vanished in a blur, leaping into the Anti-Gravity Channel, soaring upward until he reached the dormitory level—back in his room in an instant.
Meanwhile, Le Mulan was returning to her dorm, her Eye Armor buzzing with a message from Zhang Yu.
Zhang Yu: Yu Xinghan’s busy with work today. Senior sister’s also with her team preparing for the competition. No one’s coming back. Let’s make the most of it.
Le Mulan: Okay. I’m on my way.
Just then, a large, muscular man with dark skin stepped in front of her, grinning.
"Le, give me a chance. I promise you won’t regret it."
Le Mulan frowned. Before she could react, Xuan Ge stepped forward, cold eyes flashing.
"Get lost."
The man stepped back, chuckling weakly. "Just one chance… I’ll pay one Lingbi…"
Seeing the growing frost in Xuan Ge’s gaze, he sighed and walked away.
Xuan Ge thought: Le Mulan’s Martial Energy quality keeps rising. Her innate ice energy is drawing more and more attention. Everyone wants to mutually cultivate with her to boost their own cultivation.
Next semester, when she enters Foundation Establishment Class… the interest will only grow. But…
He sensed the faint, chilling aura emanating from Le Mulan’s body.
They don’t know… the real prize isn’t her. The one behind her—the man who’s fueling her growth—is the far better partner.
Thinking of how fast Le Mulan’s cultivation quality had improved, Xuan Ge couldn’t help but feel a pang of envy.
All thanks to Zhang Yu.
Watching her disappear through the dorm door, Xuan Ge felt a hollow ache.
When will it be my turn…?
Just then, the door opened again. Le Mulan’s head poked out.
"Xuan Ge, can you throw out the trash?"
"Got it!"
Le Mulan turned, handing Zhang Yu the medicine.
"This is the discounted tonifying medicine you bought from the Pharmacy Department. I grabbed it for you."
"No rush. Let’s begin first."
Zhang Yu nodded, eager, and sat down behind her. He pressed his palm against her back, channeling his Martial Energy into her.
Le Mulan felt the steady, powerful flow—this time, it was stronger, faster, far more intense than ever before.
After a long while, when she felt her body nearing its limit, Zhang Yu finally withdrew his hand.
Le Mulan gasped, "So much… Are you sure it’s safe?"
(End of Chapter)
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