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Chapter 500: Alchemy
Chapter 500: Alchemy
Teacher Xue contacted Chen Chuan soon after, and Chen Chuan updated him on his progress. Teacher Xue replied, "Chen, you're making great strides. Let's meet tomorrow at 9 am, at our usual spot."
"Yes, Teacher. I'll be there on time," Chen Chuan confirmed.
"Alright, see you tomorrow then," Teacher Xue said.
After the call, Chen Chuan thought about how fortunate it was that he had arranged to meet Councillor Pei in the evening, ensuring that even if Teacher Xue arrived late, it wouldn't spill over into the night.
The next day was a rest day, and he didn't have to attend the training class, allowing him to manage his time effectively.
Chen Chuan turned and went to change the water and food for Dawn Crow, noticing that the bird had grown a bit larger and its feathers were now lush and vibrant.
He walked to the landscape window and opened it, and Dawn Crow chirped and flew out. Every day, he let Dawn Crow fly around for a while, but not too far from Palace Tower or too high, to avoid any accidents.
Chen Chuan's mind was occupied with a thought—the creatures in the Convergence Zone all had Aberration, which must be the reason for their long-term presence there. Could Dawn Crow also possess this ability?
If Dawn Crow could, it would be incredibly helpful. The ability to fly was a significant advantage, less useful within the city but extremely valuable in the wild.
On their recent return from Central City, it was Dawn Crow's early detection of the enemy's movements that had given them time to prepare.
Furthermore, if Dawn Crow had Aberration, it would be akin to having an offensive capability. Even without targeting specific enemies, Dawn Crow's overall abilities would undoubtedly improve.
Regarding this, Chen Chuan thought it might be a good idea to consult the Secret Sect.
At that moment, in the sky garden atop Palace Tower, Assistant Ling stood by the window with his hands in his pockets, gazing at the towering buildings ahead and speaking to the Interdimensional Connector, "The time is drawing near. Get ready as soon as possible."
Just then, he caught sight of a flying figure and raised an eyebrow, smiling with a hint of amusement. He continued speaking to the other end of the connection, "I can't say for sure, but it'll be soon."
Meanwhile, Chen Chuan practiced his meditation technique before taking the elevator down and driving to Lu Fang's martial arts academy.
Xiao Jin had been coming here daily to train, and each time, Fang Zhixin would arrange for someone to pick him up and drop him off. Even though Lu Fang didn't have a citizen's identity, as Chen Chuan had discovered, he understood that this didn't necessarily mean much. Especially when it came to someone Chen Chuan had vouched for, they were likely to be trustworthy.
Upon arrival, Chen Chuan parked his car and entered the combat arena, just in time to see Xiao Jin being pulled up from the ground by Chu Wu. The two exchanged punches and then began a new bout.
Lu Fang approached and handed Chen Chuan a cup of water, "Passing by?"
"I was planning to come tomorrow, but I had an appointment for tomorrow evening. So, I thought I'd drop by today. How's Xiao Jin doing?" Chen Chuan asked.
"He's making quick progress, but I think he lacks a bit of combat intuition," Lu Fang replied.
This referred to a certain rigidity and inflexibility in combat. Combat talent was an inexplicable quality; some who appeared weak could create opportunities and exploit weaknesses, turning the tide in their favor.
In Chen Chuan's opinion, Xiao Jin excelled in this aspect, making him the most talented fighter he had ever seen.
However, Xiao Jin struggled in this area, often finding himself at a disadvantage despite his superior foundation.
"Combat abilities can be developed through extensive training and suitable opponents. As long as you don't give up, there will always be opportunities," Chen Chuan said.
Lu Fang nodded, "That's true."
Xiao Jin had been knocked down countless times, rarely winning. An ordinary person would have lost heart, but Xiao Jin never wavered, always maintaining his initial determination to win. Sometimes, even he didn't know where this drive came from, and this was Xiao Jin's strength, a rare quality.
Moreover, as long as Xiao Jin didn't give up, he was destined to go far.
"When do you plan to teach him the Vital Force?" Chen Chuan asked.
Lu Fang thought for a moment, "I want to polish him a bit more. With his current combat experience, gaining the Vital Force too early might not be beneficial. He might rely solely on it to defeat opponents, neglecting combat techniques. This way, he can dominate those without the Vital Force but might struggle against those of the same level."
Chen Chuan nodded, "That's the right approach."
"What about Chu Wu?" Lu Fang asked.
"He started training a bit later, but he's quick-witted and highly motivated," Chen Chuan replied.
Most of the students who came to this martial arts academy would end up as street fighters, and their training often led them to join gangs.
Chen Chuan could have done the same, but instead of taking action, he chose to follow Lu Fang, and this foresight alone put him ahead of many others. Moreover, he noticed that when he arrived, Chu Wu glanced at him and appeared very serious, perhaps recognizing him.
This was possible, as many had seen the video of him defeating Wei Wusheng.
He wasn't averse to this; having the motivation to climb higher was a good thing. A fighter without a certain level of obsession was destined to not go far.
Lu Fang said, "I plan to teach Xiao Jin the Vital Force while also teaching him, to see how far he can go on his own. And since they have each other as opponents in the First Limit, they can also promote each other."
Chen Chuan said, "Senior's thoughts are very considerate."
After waiting for about ten minutes, the two on the field fought two more rounds and were just about to take a break. He spoke a few words to Xiao Jin and sat with Lu Fang for a while before leaving.
Chen Bitong's problem was difficult to discuss. With the upper management keeping such a close eye on him and his attitude towards himself, even if things were fine now, it was uncertain if he could pass in the future.
This senior had taught him so much, and now he would take care of his son as well.
After leaving the Martial Arts Academy, he noticed it was almost noon, so he contacted Ni Qianqian, inviting her to lunch, but she was busy, so they had to postpone it.
As he prepared to return to Wu Yi, he received a call from the Interdimensional Connector. He took a look and saw that it was Uncle Ding, so he answered immediately and asked, "Uncle Ding, is there something wrong?"
"Captain Chen, the young master has something he wants to give to you, and he asked me to inform you. You can come and pick it up whenever you have time."
Chen Chuan said, "I'll be right there."
An hour later, the Guder car stopped in front of Senior Cao's manor, and Uncle Ding was waiting at the entrance. When Chen Chuan approached, Uncle Ding politely said, "Captain Chen, the young master is currently appreciating flowers at the rear mountain. Please follow me."
Chen Chuan followed Uncle Ding to the back of the manor. It was mid-to-late March, and the area was filled with blooming peach blossoms, creating a romantic and graceful scene, like a cloud of rosy mist.
Cao Guiqi was wearing a dark blue robe and playing the zither beneath the peach trees.
Chen Chuan stopped in his tracks and listened from outside. The melody was ethereal and otherworldly, like climbing a mountain and gazing at clouds through the mist, but when he turned to look back, it seemed to carry a hint of nostalgia.
After Cao Guiqi finished playing, Chen Chuan approached.
Cao Guiqi pressed the strings with his hand and sighed, "This piece, 'Long Journey Song,' is meant to be played by young scholars on a spring outing, filled with youthful vigor. Alas, my heart is burdened, and I always find it difficult to play with the right sentiment. Instead, it carries a sense of gloom, which is a pity."
Chen Chuan smiled and said, "The sun rises and sets, the tides ebb and flow. Senior, today you played the melody of spring's twilight, and who knows if you won't play autumn's dawn tomorrow?"
Cao Guiqi smiled and said, "What you say is true, Junior. Yesterday's regrets build today's worries, and tomorrow's hopes may relieve today's concerns. Please sit, Junior."
After Chen Chuan sat down, Cao Guiqi said, "I invited you here today because I obtained a compounding medicine that can be used to refine your High Sky Jade Core."
He took a chest and a scroll from Uncle Ding and placed them on the sandalwood table.
"This scroll contains the compounding medicine's preparation method, which isn't complicated. It just requires some advance preparation of tools and the setup of a ritual. I remember you know some Secret Sect rituals, right?"
Chen Chuan said, "Yes, I do. If it's a simple ritual, I can set it up."
"Take a look first."
Chen Chuan picked up the scroll and examined it. Seeing that it wasn't overly complex, he nodded and said, "No problem."
Cao Guiqi said, "Then you can take it with you. Keeping this compounding medicine here is just taking up space."
Chen Chuan solemnly said, "Thank you, Senior."
Cao Guiqi merely smiled.
At this moment, Uncle Ding brought over tea and set it down. Suddenly, a gust of wind blew, and petals from the peach blossoms fluttered down, with a few landing on the sandalwood table. He glanced at them and said, "It's almost April, Junior. Be cautious in the coming days."
Chen Chuan noticed that Uncle Ding didn't elaborate, and his heart stirred slightly. He nodded and said, "Thank you, Senior, for the reminder. I will."
Senior Cao said, "The reason I called you here today is that in a few days, I will seal off the manor and won't be receiving outside guests. This may continue until May, or possibly longer. If you need anything, you can contact Uncle Ding." He glanced at Uncle Ding, who nodded and opened an Interdimensional Connector channel.
Chen Chuan immediately received a communication channel from Uncle Ding, who said, "Captain Chen, if you need to contact me, use this channel. If I'm unavailable, you can come to Ink Stain Mountain."
Chen Chuan nodded to indicate his understanding. The two of them then spent the afternoon appreciating flowers and drinking tea before he departed from the manor.
As he left the manor, he looked into the distance. Strong winds blew, causing the forest on Ink Stain Mountain to sway. He wondered if what Senior Cao had mentioned might be related to what Councillor Pei would tell him tomorrow. In any case, he would find out soon enough.
He opened the car door, got in, and started the engine, heading back towards Central City District.
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