"Damn it, that old bastard, not an ounce of kindness. The monk temple doesn't need you to collect a damn thing! What a busybody." A twelve- or thirteen-year-old boy, wearing tattered clothes, walked along while muttering curses under his breath. "Damn it, why haven't I left yet?" He said as he bit into a green apple with force. "Ugh, it's so sour! What kind of world is this? Even poor people can't eat an apple without it being sour."
He sighed and threw the apple away in an arc. "Forget it, I won't eat it. Gotta find something to fill my stomach. I'm starving, can't you see that I'm so weak from hunger I can barely walk?" The thought of that old man made him even more annoyed. He had heard that there was free food at the South Yue temple fair, but who knew that an old man would stop him and demand some kind of entrance fee. That's why I had to climb up the back mountain just to get in.
"Who the hell said the back mountain was unguarded? Now, not only have I never seen the back mountain, but I've been wandering in these mountains for two days. If I find out who said that, I'll castrate the bastard!" After complaining for a while, he finally introduced himself.
"I, the handsome Mu Ye Feitian, was born in 2100, into a scholarly family. My father was a professor in university, specializing in archaeology, and my mother was also in academia. But when I was nine, after they both passed away in a mountain landslide, my life went from paradise to hell. I had a distant uncle who was supposed to be my guardian, but who knew that the bastard was worse than a beast? He sent me to an orphanage, and during every holiday, he'd smile and welcome those 'kind-hearted' people, happily accepting the 'delicious food' I never even looked at before. Because of my sour mood, I never had any good friends and ended up as a lonely soul. And here I am, it's been three months and eight days since I escaped the orphanage."
The fragrance... Where was that scent coming from? Following the faint smell, I finally saw a small green tree with five or six bright red fruits hanging on it—fruits I had never seen before. Delicious fruits, here I come! Hunger drove me to quickly run toward it.
(He was drooling, his eyes gleaming with greed, and his legs wobbling as he ran toward a cliff.)
Finally, I grabbed one! Hahaha! Damn it, what's worse than adding insult to injury? I was so hungry and didn't realize the situation, but somehow, I jumped over a two-meter gap in the mountain (sweat, it seems that in some special circumstances, people can perform beyond their normal capabilities).
With no place to land, I began falling, but fortunately, during my descent, I managed to grab onto vines on the cliff from time to time. Otherwise, I would have really fallen to my death. Why is it so dark now?
Groggy and disoriented, I finally woke up. I shook my head—damn, that hurt. My first reaction? I didn't die. I looked up at the cliff I had fallen from. Looks like I really am like a cockroach, hard to kill. The cliff was over fifty meters high, and the crack above was only about two meters wide, while below it was over ten meters wide.
My stomach growled twice, "Grrr." Just as I was about to raise my hand to touch my stomach, I realized I was still holding onto that small tree. The fruits on it hadn't fallen off; every single one was still hanging there. Starving to death, I couldn't care less about whether they were poisonous or not. In a situation like this, whether I could even get out alive was still in question.
This fruit is really damn sweet! After eating five of them, I suddenly felt extremely thirsty, and my body started to heat up. Looks like this fruit might be poisonous. Water, I instinctively felt the intense need for water. I searched around in the mountain crack, and generally, on such a high mountain, there should be a small pond or something. Not far ahead, I discovered a cave. First, I had to check if there was any water, and then worry about whether there were beasts, bugs, or snakes—after all, I was still young and naive.
(Damn, if you die, how am I supposed to continue writing? I know the author won't let me die, though. Damn, you're crafty!)
I entered the cave. It was quiet inside, and I could clearly hear the sound of 'drip, tap.' After a while, another 'drip, tap' echoed. Looks like heaven wasn't totally merciless. Ecstatic, I discovered that the sound was coming from a stone stalactite, with milky white drops of water falling down. Below it, there was a small basin collecting about five or six kilograms of this white water. My body was burning up, and as soon as I touched the water, I felt a slight coolness. This temptation was something I couldn't resist. I buried my head in the basin and started drinking like a beast. Ah, it felt so good! The water immediately cooled down the heat in my body, making me feel warm and cozy, as if I were in my mother's embrace.
When I lifted my head, I realized I had drunk almost half of the water. (Such a waste! Stone milk! A regular person would never even get a drop of this, but you... damn...)
After snapping back to reality, I began to examine the cave. It seemed like a cavern at the bottom, and I was shocked to find two piles of white bones on either side of the cave's entrance. I jumped in fright, but then I thought, "What am I afraid of? They're already dead. Who knows when I'll get out of here? Maybe I'll end up like them." With that thought, my courage grew, and I walked toward the piles of bones.
I found six palm-sized jade bottles next to the bones. One contained some 'Fasting Pills,' and the other three were empty. There were also three books—one titled The Lustful Divine Skill, another The Supreme Sun Technique, and the third The Divine Medical Manual. They were all wrapped in oiled cloth. From the characters, it seemed they were from the Five Dynasties period. Don't ask how I can understand it. Just look at my background and my 220 IQ—there's no way I wouldn't understand.
I casually flipped through The Supreme Sun Technique, which contained two main sections: one on the circulation of true qi and the other on martial arts. As for The Lustful Divine Skill, it was filled with illustrations and focused on how to use true qi, or internal energy, in the bedroom. One section even discussed the "Dual Cultivation Method," with content roughly as follows (this book's techniques are not to be imitated, the consequences are at your own risk):
The Foundation of Yin-Yang Dual Cultivation
The Refining Self Method for Yin-Yang Dual Cultivation
The key to achieving mastery in this practice is forgetting everything around you, although it's extremely important. The true skill lies in mastering the art of 'seizing the gates and slaying the generals,' which is crucial in life-or-death battles. Therefore, it's vital to proceed step by step.
Step One: The Method for Expanding Qi, called the "Immortal Crane Breathing Technique"Postures: Standing, sitting, or lying down—whichever feels most comfortable.
Step Two: The Turtle Breath Method, also known as the Spiritual Turtle Breathing Technique...
In terms of posture, standing or sitting is fine, as long as you remain relaxed and natural. Breathe naturally, inhaling and exhaling.
As for The Divine Medical Manual, it's all about curing diseases, refining pills, and making medicines. Looks like one of these might be related to Taoist practices? Who would've thought that the legendary martial arts seen on TV really exist? If I mastered them, wouldn't I be invincible in the world? I might even become an immortal. Ha! They say over ten thousand birds on South Yue Mountain died after hearing my laughter and crashing into the bell.
After obtaining the three books, my intense curiosity drove me to try out The Supreme Sun Technique and The Divine Medical Manual to see if I could become like those TV heroes who can leap across rooftops. I skimmed through the books and realized that some things in The Supreme Sun Technique were too complex for me to understand. Fortunately, I could find some of the answers in The Divine Medical Manual, like the locations of specific acupoints.
After spending two days memorizing all the acupoints in The Supreme Sun Technique and The Divine Medical Manual, I finally remembered them all. There are over a hundred small acupoints in the human body, and thirty-six major acupoints. Just memorizing their locations was enough for now. As for how to use them, I would have to learn later. After all, in The Supreme Sun Technique, knowing the acupoint locations was the main focus, which is different from learning medicine.
After completing all the preparations, I began practicing the opening technique of true qi circulation from The Supreme Sun Technique, because without true qi, the martial arts in the later sections would be on completely different levels—it could be said that one requires the power of heaven and earth to distinguish between them. I opened the book and found the following (the time used in the techniques is in Beijing Standard Time):
True Qi Circulation Technique
The True Qi Circulation Technique is a form of self-guided stillness practice, primarily aimed at concentrating the mind, regulating breathing, cultivating true qi, unblocking the meridians, and balancing yin, yang, qi, and blood. The goal is to prevent and treat diseases, prolong life, strengthen the body, and enhance intelligence and mental clarity. Once perfected, it grants the ability to transform the heavens and earth, and should be used for good.
This technique was developed by modern practitioners based on the theories in The Yellow Emperor's Classic of Medicine, incorporating ancient practices such as the "Lesser Circulation Method" and other health and disease treatment techniques. It was refined through personal practice and experience.
1. Postures for Practice2. Breathing and Intention3. Finishing the Practice: Before finishing each session, relax your mind, rub your palms together until warm, then gently massage your face as you would when washing, continuing for several rounds. Once your spirit is restored to a normal state, slowly rise and begin light movements.
4. The Five-Step Practice MethodThis practice is not difficult; as long as you follow the instructions, there won't be deviations. The steps are well-structured, with each step having visible effects or responses, and the therapeutic range is quite broad. Its downside is that it requires a quiet practice environment and a considerable amount of time.
Time in the mountains seemed irrelevant, as in the outside world, thousands of days had passed. After understanding all the content from the three books, I decided to leave the mountain. I had practiced everything from the books except for the Dual Cultivation Method, which requires two people to practice together—so I didn't attempt it. Now, leaving the mountain crack was a breeze.
During my learning, I discovered that the red fruits I ate were called Zhu Guo, and the white stone milk was Shizhong Ru (stalactite water). Both of these could be considered supreme treasures. Although it didn't grant immortality like in the novels, I could at least say that I was almost 'non-human.' I could punch a stone weighing over a ton into dust with a single blow.
Following the recipe in The Divine Medical Manual, I specially added two Zhu Guo fruits, along with their leaves and Shizhong Ru, and a variety of herbs I had gathered from the mountains over the years. Using a medicinal cauldron I "borrowed" from the South Yue Temple, I concocted over two hundred Divine Transformation Pills, each about the size of a pinky finger.
To test the effects of the medicine, I had once struck myself with my palm, then made a cut on my hand before swallowing a pill. After circulating my true qi and performing internal observation, I was stunned—this medicine truly was miraculous! Especially with the addition of the Zhu Guo and Shizhong Ru, it was simply a treasure from heaven. The internal injury and the cut on my hand instantly healed.
I filled three jade bottles with Shizhong Ru; such a rare item couldn't be wasted. One bottle contained the remaining four Zhu Guo fruits and several leaves. After checking to ensure I hadn't left anything behind, I performed the Divine Dragon Invisible lightness skill, lightly pressing against the cliff wall. With a leap, I soared back to the place where I had fallen into the mountain crack. A dragon's roar echoed through the air. The martial world—wait, it seems there's no martial world right now—sisters, I'm here. The whole world seemed to tremble.
The mountain wind blew through my dark long hair, making it flutter behind me. If anyone had seen me at that moment, they would have thought a celestial being had descended from the heavens. Who could look so perfect? Clearly defined features, dark, soulful eyes, a face as pure and smooth as jade, with a mischievous smile that still felt approachable. That strong, muscular body radiated with boundless strength, and the six-pack abs were so prominent. Damn, who said Eastern men had small... you should look at his, it's practically the ultimate for men! It's an impressive 15-16 cm long and 5 cm in diameter, even without being aroused.
(Sigh, I forgot to put on clothes when I struck my pose. Author Gong Shuyun, wait for it, I'm going to kill you. My youth, my purity! I don't want to live anymore. You need to take responsibility. Gong Shuyun: "Alright, stop crying, I'll just give you a few more pretty sisters." Mu Ye Feitian: "Really? I knew Brother Yun was the best," he said, glancing over with a smirk. "Go to hell, you rabbit!" Then, the author Gong Shuyun kicked the main character aside and spat fiercely. At that moment, a voice came from afar: "Brother, don't forget!" And then, Gong Shuyun collapsed to the ground, unconscious.)