Chapter 359: Convergence
Chapter 359: Convergence
In the training ground, Instructor Wen appeared just as he had before, standing there with a smile. But Chen Chuan felt that the brightness in his eyes seemed to have dimmed compared to earlier.
This was likely due to the resonance transmission from earlier.
Instructor Wen smiled and said, "Your Eternal Spirit's concentration can last for more than three hours at a time. This is quite surprising to me. I originally thought you would need to take several breaks to endure it. From your records, it seems you've only been in the Third Limit for less than five days, right?"
Chen Chuan nodded.
Instructor Wen expressed some regret, "It seems I really misjudged you before. You do possess a talent that is difficult for ordinary people to attain."
"In that case, I might not need much time to teach you what you need to learn, and I might even be able to teach you some extra things," he glanced at his watch, "It's almost six o'clock. Let's end it here for today."
Chen Chuan bowed respectfully and said, "Thank you, Instructor Wen."
He didn't know if Instructor Wen taught others in this manner, but it seemed that this approach also took a toll on Instructor Wen himself. So, Chen Chuan sincerely expressed his gratitude.
Instructor Wen smiled and said, "After you've digested what I taught you today, come back to me."
Chen Chuan agreed. He noticed that Instructor Wen hadn't driven here, and although he wanted to offer him a ride, the latter politely declined. Chen Chuan didn't insist and bid him farewell before driving back from the outskirts.
After returning home and having dinner, he went to his room to carefully reflect on what he had learned.
This method of teaching through resonance was indeed highly efficient. He felt that his body had deeply memorized the techniques, and with just a thought, his altered organ would instinctively operate according to the sensations he had experienced.
However, these skills were only temporary. If he didn't practice and familiarize himself with them, he might forget them over time.
Before engaging in these practices, he needed to first guide his Furnace Breathing Technique, which consumed a certain amount of previously stored energy each time. Moreover, the process of guiding it also consumed the concentration of his Eternal Spirit.
Therefore, if he wanted to train daily, he had to maintain a balance, ensuring that the energy consumed didn't exceed his daily accumulation.
He needed to digest what he had learned before seeking further instruction from Instructor Wen.
So, for the next three days, he stayed at home, repeatedly honing these techniques.
During this time, he received a call from Wei Chang'an. As most people had their own assignments, it wasn't easy to find a time when everyone was available. There were only a few gaps in the middle of the month, so they scheduled their gathering for then.
Before the first half of the month ended, Chen Chuan sought Instructor Wen's guidance once more, and this time, his gains were even greater.
Moreover, he discovered that through this repetitive practice, he was better able to control and regulate his Eternal Spirit, which turned out to be an additional benefit.
On the day of the rest, he drove to Director Lei's home as agreed upon with Her Sister, visiting Director Lei's family. They chatted about Chen Chuan's experiences in Central City.
After listening, Director Lei said, "It seems you've adapted well to Central City. Next year, I might also be transferred there."
Chen Chuan recalled Director Lei mentioning a possible promotion and transfer, but he hadn't expected it to be to Central City. Nevertheless, he considered it good news and said, "Congratulations, Director Lei."
Director Lei explained, "This was decided last year, but I had many matters to settle in Yangzhi, so I delayed it for a year. Chen, we'll meet again in Central City."
Chen Chuan nodded and asked, "What about Her Sister and Xiao Ying?"
Director Lei held He Nan's hand and gently patted Xiao Ying's head, saying, "They will also be going there. I'll settle in first, and they might arrive a little later."
Her Sister added, "Junior Brother, Central City is complex. When Old Lei arrives there, he might need your help in certain situations."
Chen Chuan replied, "Senior Sister, Director Lei has helped me a lot, and now I also have some abilities. Please let me know if there's anything I can do."
He had a meal there and also sought Director Lei's guidance on some secret teaching rituals before leaving in the afternoon.
A few days later, on the agreed-upon date with Wei Chang'an, Chen Chuan changed into casual clothes and went to the usual gathering spot, the Duanyi Hotel.
When he arrived, Ren Senior Brother, Lin Xiaoti, Luo Kaiyuan, Feng Xiaoqi, Wei Dong, Wu Han, and Wei Chang'an's team members had all arrived one after the other. After greeting everyone and catching up on their recent affairs, they engaged in friendly banter.
Once everyone was seated in the private room and the dishes were ordered, Wei Chang'an said, "The city's security is gradually improving. Most of our assignments are related to the wilderness and several surrounding counties. There aren't many cases within the city, just some routine security contracts."
Cai Si interjected, "I heard there are some issues in the north, but the Huanan Company is keeping an eye on it, so we don't need to get involved. However, I did hear..." He looked at Wu Han, "that the commissions for dealing with roaming bandits from outside the city are now being handled by you and Wei, right?"
Wu Han puffed out his chest and patted Wei Dong's shoulder, who was drinking water to satisfy his hunger. He said, "Of course! Wei and I have incredible teamwork, and Feng and Luo aren't far behind either."
Feng Xiaoqi's curiosity got the better of him, and he asked, "Chen, what's Central City like?" The question piqued everyone's interest, and they all looked at Chen with anticipation.
Chen Chuan didn't hold back and shared some insights about Central City, honestly describing both the good and the bad.
Most of them had heard rumors about Central City, but these were second-hand accounts, and it was hard to discern truth from fiction. Now, hearing it from Chen Chuan, who had actually been there, they felt like their eyes had been opened to a whole new world. They realized that Central City and the places outside it were like two entirely different worlds.
Wei Chang'an sighed, "Your brother Wei is doing pretty well in Yangzhi City, but compared to you, Chen, I really fall short."
Everyone present nodded in agreement.
After all, the resources in Yangzhi City were nothing compared to Central City. Yangzhi was like a small pond next to the vast ocean of Central City, incapable of creating any significant waves. Moreover, even the most influential families in Yangzhi City would likely pale in comparison to those in Central City.
Ding Liao slapped the table, "Damn, I always thought Central City was great, but now I feel it even more. Don't blame me for being negative, but what's the point of trying so hard in Yangzhi? Brother Wei, we must find a way to go to Central City someday!"
The other team members nodded unconsciously.
Wei Chang'an smiled and said, "Since you feel that way, I'll do my best to make your dreams come true."
Chen Chuan added, "I might be able to help with this."
Becoming a Third Limit Combatant wasn't just about gaining status; it also meant they could vouch for others, providing long-term residency for a group of people.
However, obtaining official citizen status was extremely difficult. The annual quota for Central City was limited, which was why Chen Chuan had to go through so much trouble to earn his spot there.
Feng Xiaoqi and Luo Kaiyuan exchanged glances, and Feng said, "Chen, we'll graduate next year. I, Xiao Luo, and Wei Dong have already signed up to take the C-level Defense Certificate exam next month. If we pass, we might have a chance to go to Central City."
Luo Kaiyuan added, "It won't be easy. Many others are taking the C-level exam, and I heard there's only one recommendation slot each year. We'll all give it our best shot and see who makes it."
In fact, Zhuang Zhi, Zhuang Zhongshan, and Feng Sheng, who lived in the dorm across from them, were all quite formidable. That's why they had been recruited by the Mutual Aid Society. However, being a part of the Society was now considered a negative, so they weren't allowed to participate in this assessment. This reduced the competition for Feng Xiaoqi and his friends.
Chen Chuan raised his cup in a toast, "Then I wish you success."
Seeing this, the others followed suit, toasting to their success.
As the dishes were served, the group chatted while eating. The meal lasted until 1:00 in the afternoon. After leaving the hotel, Chen Chuan and the others exchanged contact information. He bid farewell to the group and headed towards the parking lot.
Cai Si watched Chen's straight posture and suddenly said, "Brother Wei, do you feel that Chen seems a bit different from before?"
Wei Chang'an rubbed his chin and replied, "He is different. Standing before me just now, I felt like I was the junior. Maybe it's because of his new position?"
"No," Cai Si shook his head, "It's not that."
Lin Xiaoti was chewing gum and blew a bubble, then said, "It's normal for Chen to be a Third Limit Combatant."
Everyone, who had been saying their goodbyes, stopped and turned to look at Lin Xiaoti.
She blew another bubble and, looking at the group, said, "Didn't Chen tell you?"
Lin Xiaoti winked and continued, "My master told me that Chen is already a Third Limit Combatant. So, it's not strange that we feel that way when we're around him. My master said that it's a fighter's heightened perception of danger, an instinct warning them to stay away from those who pose a threat."
Upon confirming this news, the shock that Feng Xiaoqi, Wei Chang'an, and the others felt was even greater than when they had heard about Central City earlier.
As fighters, they had only heard of Third Limit Combatants, and it was a goal they strived for. But now, to have someone they knew reach that level was unprecedented, leaving them in awe and disbelief.
The group stood there for a while, each person leaving with a heart still pounding from the news.
As Cai Si walked along the road, he muttered, "No wonder I felt a bit intimidated when Chen looked at me. Now I understand."
Wei Chang'an patted him on the back and smiled, "Isn't this great news? Chen is a member of our Patrol Bureau. When he said he could get us long-term residency in Central City, he wasn't exaggerating."
Cai Si looked up, "What do you mean, Brother Wei?"
"Work hard," Wei Chang'an encouraged. "Don't let Chen show us up. Central City is where we should aim to be in the future."
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(End of Chapter)
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