Chapter 47: Transformation
Chapter 47: Transformation
In the training room, Chen Chuan began his breath control technique once again.
But today was different from all the previous attempts; his breathing and bodily coordination were in perfect harmony, no longer struggling to mobilize his energy. Instead, it felt smooth and effortless.
However, this was not yet a true success, as he did not experience the same kind of oscillating energy that Cheng Zitong had demonstrated that day.
Chen Chuan carefully recalled the experience with Cheng Zitong. When Cheng Zitong guided him, the energy seemed to originate from a specific point in the body, gradually spreading to the rest of the body, eventually resonating with all the transmuted organs and the entire body.
That specific point was the origin of the vital breath point, where a single breath point's energy was initiated, and a single breath's power was activated.
From start to finish, Cheng Zitong had never verbally explained this process, but through the experience that day, Chen Chuan naturally understood it. This self-realization was more intense and profound than anything that could be conveyed through words.
Knowing was one thing, but putting it into practice was another challenge. Chen Chuan needed to grasp and control this technique himself, which was equally difficult.
At this moment, he turned his attention to his second self. With each inhalation and exhalation, numerous signs of etherealization appeared, but they were chaotic and irregular.
This indicated that while his breathing could stimulate various parts of his body, they were still scattered and lacked a systematic approach.
Unlike the basic breath control technique, the vital breath point technique required more than just controlling the flow of energy; it needed to be integrated into a cohesive whole.
It was not as simple as grasping the flow of energy; instead, it required using a specific point, a vital breath point, as the starting point and gradually expanding to integrate the entire body.
Chen Chuan remembered that Cheng Zitong seemed to initiate the technique from the dantian position, which was likely to be the future focal point for his qi force.
However, this might not be a fixed rule, as everyone was different, and any part of the body could serve as the starting point for exerting force, allowing for greater flexibility. This was Chen Chuan's understanding, and he was prepared to approach it this way.
He first tried to use the dantian as the main breath point, which wasn't too difficult for him. He could refer to the signs of etherealization in his second self and make adjustments accordingly.
With each inhalation and exhalation, he gradually incorporated the rest of his body, starting with small ripples and expanding with each breath.
Cheng Zitong sat nearby, paying close attention, occasionally sipping tea from his thermos. When he noticed Chen Chuan's progress, he suddenly straightened up and stared intently.
After using the dantian as the breath point to resonate with his entire body, Chen Chuan didn't stop there. He began trying to initiate the technique from other parts of his body. With the etherealization signs as a reference and his improved control over his body, this step became surprisingly smooth. After succeeding at one point, he immediately moved on to the next.
As he used more parts of his body as breath points, the transformed organs resonated together, and a peculiar rhythm emerged in his breathing.
Cheng Zitong was astonished and stood up. He walked over, placed his hand on Chen Chuan's back, and relaxed to feel the sensation. In a short while, his own breathing also began to resonate slightly.
He glanced at Chen Chuan a few times, amazed, thinking, "Has he truly comprehended the deeper transformation on his own? Excellent, truly excellent."
Without disturbing Chen Chuan, he stepped back and patiently waited on the side.
Time passed, and the day came to an end.
Chen Chuan finally finished his breath control practice and felt incredibly comfortable. When he looked outside, he was surprised to see that it was already evening.
He was taken aback, wondering how late it was. Just then, Cheng Zitong's voice echoed, "Well done! You're an exceptional student. You've grasped the basics of the vital breath point technique."
Chen Chuan looked over, "Teacher Cheng?" He thought for a moment and bowed slightly towards Cheng Zitong, "Thank you for your guidance."
Every time he practiced the breath control technique, Cheng Zitong had been by his side, watching over him. Chen Chuan was grateful for his dedication, waiting from morning to evening.
Cheng Zitong said, "Let me see. From the day you started practicing to today, it's been exactly nine days. You're fast, and those medicines weren't wasted."
Chen Chuan asked, "Teacher Cheng, how long does it usually take to master the vital breath point technique?"
Cheng Zitong replied, "The academy's record for the fastest is about five days, and that's just one case. There might be faster cases nationwide, but the quicker ones are usually in the eight to ten-day range. Slower ones can take a few months to a year or more. It's not necessarily because they're bad students; it could also be due to the guidance of the teacher."
Chen Chuan nodded in understanding and asked, "Teacher, does the speed of mastering the breathing technique affect the subsequent training?"
Cheng Zitong waved his hand and replied, "This doesn't really determine anything; it merely represents how quickly a student adapts. Martial arts require mastering many things, and it's not something that can be accomplished solely by relying on a single talent."
He continued, "Moreover, the higher you go, the more difficult it becomes, and the gap between peers narrows. Where you will eventually reach is not determined within these few days; whether it's sooner or later doesn't make much difference."
Chen Chuan nodded and said, "Then, Teacher Cheng, can I officially start learning Vital Energy now?"
Cheng Zitong answered, "Yes, since you've mastered the breathing technique quickly, we can start the cultivation of Vital Energy earlier. This will allow your transmuted organs to grow in a more orderly manner."
"Now that you've succeeded, you need to balance work and rest, and also consolidate your achievements. Coincidentally, tomorrow and the day after are the school's rest days. I'll give you a day off tomorrow to handle your personal matters. You're from Yangzhi City, right? You haven't been back home since the start of school, have you? Go back and visit your family. As for me, I can relax a bit and prepare your upcoming curriculum."
"Thank you, Teacher Cheng," Chen Chuan expressed his gratitude.
Cheng Zitong patted him on the shoulder and said with a smile, "You're such a polite student. By the way, your neighbor has been looking for you several times. You'll be together for three years, so go find them and connect today. It's a good opportunity to relax as well."
"Okay," Chen Chuan replied.
"Then it's settled. I'll come find you the day after tomorrow," Cheng Zitong said.
"I'll walk you out, Teacher," Chen Chuan offered.
"No, no need, you're too kind. I'm off now," Cheng Zitong declined.
After Cheng Zitong left, Chen Chuan didn't go to rest. Instead, he headed straight to the administrative building. Along the way, everyone he met greeted him warmly, and he responded with a smile.
When he arrived at the recruitment office, he knocked on the door and said to the senior manager inside with a smile, "Senior Manager Gao, do you have some tea for me?"
Manager Gao glanced at him and said, "It's in the cabinet. Help yourself."
Cheng Zitong didn't hesitate and went to get a can of tea. He took a look and exclaimed, "Wow, Da Bai Feng tea! Senior Manager Gao, you're so generous!"
Manager Gao said, "I can't be stingy with you, the school's second-in-command. Just say what you want to say. I have other matters to attend to."
Cheng Zitong said, "What about the student's matter? Don't you want to hear about it? They're both here, so let's discuss it together."
Manager Gao didn't waste any time and picked up the phone, dialing an internal number. "Ask Yue Hong and Bian Feng to come to my office."
Soon, Yue Hong and Bian Feng arrived at the office and greeted them, "Senior Manager Gao, Manager Cheng."
Manager Gao said, "Sit down and listen to him." Yue Hong and Bian Feng looked at each other and sat down to the side.
Cheng Zitong adjusted his posture and cleared his throat, "Senior Brother Gao, since you assigned me as Chen Chuan's tutor, I'm here to report the results today."
Yue Hong smiled and said, "Manager Cheng is really efficient. There are results within nine days."
"It's not just me; it's mainly the student's effort," Cheng Zitong said, clearing his throat again. "As his tutor, I can report that Chen Chuan has grasped the Vital Point Breathing Method. Next, he can proceed with the cultivation of Vital Energy."
Yue Hong was surprised and said, "Nine days? That's fast. I don't recall many records of such speed, is there?"
Bian Feng spoke in a deep voice, "His transmutation organs seem to have a high upper limit. We need to help him master Vital Energy quickly; otherwise, it will greatly impact him."
"That's right," Cheng Zitong said, his expression turning serious. "I came here today to discuss with you... what direction should we guide him towards and which type of Vital Energy should he cultivate?"
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