Chapter 005: Belief

The strength of one's control directly determines the ability to create and wield magical runes. Similarly, the higher the control, the more powerful the magical runes one can command

Summoning the last vestige of his spirit, Xiao Hong hurriedly removed his tattered cotton coat, exposing his emaciated chest. Leaning against the edge of the bed, his trembling hands cradled the magical rune of the Zhitong medicine.

In the past, Xiao Hong was constantly hovering and struggling on the brink of death, leaving him no time to wholeheartedly cultivate his control. However, things are different now; although a year is not a long time, he has at least gained a moment to catch his breath

In the Terra universe, the strength of one's control is primarily assessed through specialized magical runes. However, self-assessment has not been abandoned in regular control training, as it forms the foundation.

Moreover, regardless of the type of magical rune, there will always be a minimum requirement. For example, the most commonly used battle rune among regular troops—the Lightwing Rune—has a minimum requirement of Level 3 in Beast Mastery.

With this idea in mind, Xiao Hong quickly stood up and skillfully retrieved two pharmacopoeias from the bookshelf and the nearby stack of books, along with texts on the mastery of power and medical techniques. He opened the corresponding pages and laid them flat on the desk, beginning to take notes and conduct research, his entire demeanor appearing extremely focused

At the current pace of one stock per day, it will take at least one year to reach the third level of the rider.

Clearly, at present, Xiao Hong wants to create the simplest *picture* book magic pattern for self-rescue, and he must reach the second level of Beast Tamer as soon as possible.

Struggling to sit up again, Xiao Hong discovered that what he was coughing up was no longer fresh blood, but rather one dark red blood clot after another

Once again focusing on the "Breath Control Training Method" in front of him, Xiao Hong read through the basic methods of breath control training in the book, mentally noting the main points. After that, he sat upright at the head of the bed, continuously inhaling and exhaling, allowing the breath to circulate throughout his body, using the breath to cultivate his internal control.

As soon as he pushed open the door to his home, blood gushed from Xiao Hong's mouth and splattered onto the floor. Blood dripped continuously from the corner of his mouth, and the pain in his chest returned, accompanied by a faint dizziness. This was a result of physical weakness and excessive blood loss.

At present, Xiao Hong only possesses the "Breath Control Training Method" obtained from the nearby Lazi Magic Pattern Intermediate Academy, and there are no higher-level methods available. Purchasing one? It is too expensive and unaffordable. Therefore, seeking a different, more advanced training method is unrealistic, leaving only the option to find ways to improve the current one.

In fact, among the dozens of nations in the Terra universe, each nation possesses training methods of classified levels, which are held by the pillar-level experts of that nation

With his medical knowledge, a hint of relief and joy flickered across Xiao Hong's face. He knew that the internal bleeding had begun to show signs of stopping, the pain in his chest subsided, and he welcomed a rare sense of refreshment.

Three full hours had passed, and only then did Xiao Hong gently move his hand, which was tightly gripping the magic rune of Zhi Tong, slightly opening his eyes to a narrow slit. Accompanying this was a series of coughing sounds.

Due to the requirement of this magical pattern being at the level of Level 1 Tamer, it is still within Xiao Hong's capability to control it given his strong taming ability

After a full half hour of repeated attempts, Xiao Hong finally sensed the control within his body, totaling 137 strands. After accounting for today's consumption of physical and mental energy, 60 strands remain available for use. The standard for detecting magic patterns is displayed as: 60 / 137

Then, with great enthusiasm, I began to follow the methods outlined in the book, relaxing my entire body while continuously inhaling and exhaling, striving to allow my breath to flow through my body, gradually sensing the meager control within.

Uh ... ...

Similarly, a glimmer of hope arose in Xiao Hong's heart. If one day he could become a great pharmacist, would he no longer be as miserable as he is today? Would his illness also find a remedy?

After a whole afternoon of rigorous training, Xiao Hong was disheartened to discover that his control had only increased by one unit, while the control consumed during training had left him with only 29 units remaining

The same minimum requirement, which is the level of the magical pattern, indicates that the higher the requirement, the more powerful the magical pattern becomes

Cough cough

Moments later, looking again at the magic pattern of the Zhitong medicine held in Xiao Hong's hands, the intricate lines shone with a dazzling light. Then, a green beam, like a light veil, slowly shot towards Xiao Hong's chest, while the elixir embedded in the center of the magic pattern, like flower stamens in the wind, scattered fine powder that drifted down onto Xiao Hong's chest, permeating beneath the skin

... ...

Flap

A year is a short time, but Xiao Hong believes that within this year, he can definitely find a way to cope with his peculiar illness, as long as he works hard and strengthens his abilities

Helpless, Xiao Hong could only lie sprawled on the dilapidated bed and let out a long sigh. At this rate of cultivation, it would take at least two months to advance to the second level of disciple control, and as for the third level, it might not happen until who knows when, because the improvement of control ability would become increasingly difficult.

As the powder entered the subcutaneous layer, Xiao Hong suddenly felt a piercing pain, as if countless tiny knives were slicing through his lungs

Since it is the most ordinary, we must begin by discussing the most fundamental aspects. Therefore, the opening of "Breath Training Method" provides a detailed description of the means to detect the internal control through breath.

Slowly standing up from the ground and approaching the bookshelf, Xiao Hong no longer hesitated and took out a book titled "Breath Control Training Method" from the shelf

In just a few short minutes, Xiao Hong quickly read through the content of the first five pages, which can be considered a small skill honed over a long period of continuous reading.

I want to survive

As for the "Breath Control Training Method" in Xiao Hong's hands, it is the official textbook from www.hetushu.com, considered to be the most popular and common form of control training, primarily suitable for intermediate colleges

Gently lay the book flat on the dilapidated desk, the curled edges of the pages have been meticulously pressed down by Xiao Hong, and the so-called "Breath Control Training Method" is a technique for mastering power through breath training

Xiao Hong is now very clear that if he falls down like this, it is highly likely that he will never be able to get back up again

A mouthful of fresh blood once again gushed from Xiao Hong's mouth, followed by a roll of his eyes. His hands fell weakly to his sides, his body tilted slightly, and then he collapsed once more onto the cold ground. After a few convulsions, he lay motionless.

However, the speed of improvement that Xiao Hong is currently experiencing is understandable. The breathing training method he employs is essentially one of the most basic techniques among the myriad of training methods for controlling energy.

It is simply not on the same level as all the training methods of the Royal Guard of the Futan Empire

Wow

Puff!

The consumed control can be replenished through sleep. The normal control level for an adult is 100 units, which corresponds to the first level of control. Only upon reaching 200 units will one advance to the second level of control, and 300 units represent the third level of control

Moreover, vitality is the core of the human body, and the levels of energy and physical strength are all dependent on it

With such thoughts, a glimmer of resilience flashed in Xiao Hong's eyes; this is a belief, a refusal to succumb to the arrangements of fate, a refusal to be tormented by illness

One must think of a solution. Xiao Hongwei closed his eyes, https://www.hetushu.com, while resting his mind, his brain was continuously engaged in thought.

Only upon reaching the second level of the Tamer can one utilize the Taming Force to create simple magical patterns; it is only upon reaching the third level of the Tamer that one can control battle patterns with direct offensive capabilities

The term "pillar-level" refers, as the name suggests, to the key figures who serve as the backbone of the nation. For instance, in the Rutan Empire, there are seven such individuals whose status is comparable to that of the king of the imperial capital

As a result, two major professions in the Terra Universe have emerged: the Rune Master and the Rune Creator. The former focuses on mastering and utilizing magical runes, while the latter is primarily concerned with creating them. Of course, there is no clear boundary between the two, much like Sang Hongyun, the Grand Apothecary, who is not only a Rune Creator but also a powerful Rune Master

Without lingering too long, after leaving the office building, Xiao Hong hurried home, taking two steps at a time. He was beginning to feel somewhat unwell.

Just like the relationship between the leader of Shaojiang Group and Sang Hongyun

Sang Hongyun truly lives up to his reputation. Xiao Hong looked at the exquisite Zhitong medicinal magic pattern in his hand and murmured, to be able to craft such an ordinary medicinal magic pattern to this level, Sang Hongyun's skill in creating medicinal magic patterns is beyond doubt

A year, for Xiao Hong, is not just a matter of time. While a year may seem insignificant to others, for Xiao Hong, it is worth its weight in gold

Xiao Hong suddenly sprang up from the bed without any warning, his eyes shimmering with a faint light, for following the line of thought he had just entertained, he conceived a method that should be feasible