Chapter 009: Crossing the Tribulation

Among the four methods, the first three require long-term persistence, while only the fourth can be completed simply and efficiently. In order to discover more talents and to encourage the citizens to actively enhance their mental strength, the imperial court has continuously updated the charter throughout the ages, ultimately expanding it to include a new function: robbery

Although the brilliant technological system is quite similar to that of the previous life, with long-lasting lights and four-wheel drive vehicles, the limitations of production technology mean that there are still not many entertainment facilities at night. The vast majority of people remain quietly at home in the evening, while the wealthy may go to dance halls or engage in some illicit activities; ordinary people, lacking the funds to listen to the radio, can only resort to illicit activities.

So far, there is no unified, systematic, and effective method for cultivating mental strength, and there is no single approach that everyone can use to enhance their mental power. However, mental strength is not impossible to enhance; the following four methods can all strengthen mental power.

Perhaps in a few decades, the brilliant court will unify everyone's tribulation as 'learning'; without learning, one will lose mental strength, and the more one learns, the more mental strength one will gain, propelling the entire society forward towards the stars and the sea.

Although the Awakeners can harness mental power and it is not impossible to manipulate light and wind to create clouds and rain, it is absolutely impossible to sustain oneself solely on air and dew, or to absorb light—unless the humans of this world were to mutate and develop chloroplasts

Although there was no one on the street, the dim streetlights illuminated every corner, and the pervasive light gave Le Yu the illusion that she was not returning home, but rather setting out on a journey back to the palace

Although Qian Yuliu holds an important position, his background is ordinary, and naturally, he does not have the means to invest in properties in affluent areas. The small street that Le Yu is currently walking on is wide enough for four people to walk side by side, and from time to time, one can hear the sounds of children playing and smell the fragrant aroma of cooking.

Robbery

However, this calamity is undoubtedly of great benefit to Le Yu, as simply eating can enhance one's mental strength. Where else can one find such a good fortune

This compulsory education was established at the dawn of the founding of the Huyao nation and has continued to this day, known as the 'Montessori Education System'. In addition, there is the National Studies System: each administrative region has its own National Studies, specifically teaching the ability to govern and illuminate the nation. Only students of National Studies are qualified to participate in the imperial examination and hold power in governance.

The remarkable development of technology is quite peculiar, as ancient people utilized the highly light-sensitive properties of the luminous stone to create various solar energy devices early on, such as luminous stone lighters, luminous stone lamps, and luminous stone warmers, with the principle being the storage of solar energy followed by its release

Qian Yuya raised her head and blinked her eyes, looking at Leyu with suspicion: "What is wrong with you?"

Yunya, let's have a meal together today!" Leyu said earnestly after finishing her water

Le Yu could not help but quicken her pace, yet her heart grew increasingly anxious

He had to come

In other words, my sister is a beautiful high school girl... Suddenly, Le Yu thought of some anime she had seen in her previous life and couldn't help but reveal a faint smile

She took off her damp coat, changed her long boots for wooden clogs, wiped her head with a towel, and walked into the living room

In the memories of Qianyu, the upscale residential area of Xingke County shines as brightly at night as during the day. Even Leyu can now see, from a high vantage point looking northeast, the warm lights twinkling together in a cluster of the wealthy district and the Xingke Dance Hall, as if the stars in the sky have gathered in one place.

In this unfamiliar world, apart from leveraging the identity of Qianyu Liu, he has no other options

Qian Yuya glanced at him and said, "I have placed your meal in your room"

Growth can be understood as the brain becoming more capable as one matures

At the same time, there was also a piece of intelligence that emerged

How did he suddenly lose focus in his eyes and show a silly smile? Did he hit his head while on a mission?

Compared to Earth, the people of Huiyao have lived in a city of perpetual light for centuries. The main roads of the town are invariably illuminated by luminous stone lamps, which shine brightly throughout the night. These street lamps require maintenance only once every few decades and do not need any upkeep on a regular basis. They automatically absorb solar energy when the sun is shining, and will illuminate when darkness falls. Even if the sunlight is not intense, it does not matter; the luminous stone lamps are highly sensitive to light sources and can store energy even in overcast and rainy conditions.

However, it is truly remarkable that the Radiant Court has actually invented corresponding functions based on the concept of 'crossing tribulations', essentially adding a task system to the real world—one that is even customized for individuals

Turning off the main road and into a small street, the number of lights suddenly decreases. It is quite simple to determine whether a place is wealthy or impoverished— the more lights that are on at night, the wealthier it is.

Qian Jia is not a family of great wealth and nobility, and Qian Yu Liu, at a young age, is able to assume important positions not only because of his exceptional talent but, more importantly, because he has benefited from the dividends of the era and aligns with the course of history

Qian Yuya glanced at him

The calamity of Qianyu Stream: Dinner with Qianyu Ya, maximum interval time 120 hours. (Remaining time 29 hours)

Qian Yuya shook her head: "No."

3 ideals, when a person possesses an ideal for which they strive throughout their life, the degree of their effort and sacrifice leads to a corresponding enhancement of their spiritual strength

As for secondary schools, they are a product that emerged only in the past century, due to the explosion of various new technologies during the辉耀 dynasty. The court recognized the need for more knowledgeable workers and more national students, thus establishing secondary schools in various regions. Previously, only a very small number of people could attend national studies, and ordinary individuals, even after completing their primary education, could never pass the entrance examination for national studies. However, with the advent of secondary schools, ordinary people were provided with a pathway for advancement from primary education to secondary school and then to national studies. At the same time, national studies expanded enrollment, allowing many students from humble backgrounds to seize their opportunities.

Qian Yuya's goal is to enroll in the medical department of the Cultural Academy and become a medical officer after graduation. There are official positions specifically established for medical practitioners, and the medical officer in each city is the head of the largest official hospital.

Le Yu is somewhat uncertain; he possesses the attribute of mental strength, but it is unclear whether this attribute is inherited from Qian Yu Liu or if it emerged after his soul transferred into this body. Or could it be a combination of both

The girl before me is Qian Yuya, the younger sister of Qian Yuliu

The phrase 'promotion and wealth' can also be understood in this way. As the saying goes, 'the butt determines the brain,' and there is an ancient saying that goes, 'nurturing the spirit leads to a change in one's physical state.' When a person has control over more resources, their vitality and spirit naturally reach a higher level. However, there is also a saying that a plucked phoenix is not as good as a chicken. This strengthening of spirit is tied to resources, and when resources are lost, one's vitality and spirit will naturally decline.

Le Yu touched the back of his neck, where the 'Radiant Charter' was located within his spine, which was the radiant stone. At first, he did not understand why humans would implant stones into their bodies, but upon reflection, he realized it was quite similar to receiving a vaccine—only that Earthlings implant vaccines to enhance immunity against specific diseases, while the Radiant people implant radiant stones to develop new attributes

However, the most dazzling is the Bell Tower at the center of Xingke County. As the tallest building in each county, the Bell Tower not only bears the responsibility of keeping time but also guides any lost travelers—if you find yourself lost in Huiyao County, do not be afraid; simply walk towards the orange-yellow glow of the Bell Tower, and you will reach the safe central square.

Does this setting of robbery also apply to Le Yu, the foreign traveler?

Le Yu has no way out

Why? "Le Yu was taken aback.

"I am sorry, Qianyu Liu, your image of being wise and powerful is likely completely nonexistent in your sister's mind," Le Yu thought to herself

I want to have ten meals

The girl turned her head, her deep brown pupils gazing at Leyu. She was wearing a purple, blue, and white uniform, which was the uniform of Xingke National Middle School

This is good, Leyu also breathed a sigh of relief. In fact, he did not dare to have too much contact with Qian Yuyah. It was not only because he was afraid that his identity would be suspected by Qian Yuyah, but more importantly, he was afraid of Qian Yuyah

Le Yu pulled gently, and the gate was not locked; with a light tug, it opened. According to Qian Yu Liu's habit, he closed the gate upon entering and turned to see a towel placed at the entrance.

The content of the tribulation arises according to the consciousness of the awakener, and it is absolutely something that the awakener can achieve. Generally, tribulations have a time limit; if the tribulation is not completed and the time limit is exceeded, side effects will occur

In those eyes, there was a hint of confusion, a sigh of three parts, and six parts of disdain

He never expected that the method of enhancing mental strength would be so peculiar; he had previously thought it would involve techniques such as Qi cultivation or meditation, but he did not anticipate such a down-to-earth approach to enhancement

However, the attribute panel now tells Le Yu that you also have a robbery; if you do not act according to the robbery, your mental strength will decrease, while acting in accordance will enhance your mental strength

Because I have already eaten

Since Qian Yuliu has achieved success through this path, he will naturally encourage his family to replicate his success

Female medical officers are also quite common. Due to the influence of the luminous stone, women in this world are not inferior to men in terms of combat capability. Therefore, there are no restrictions on women's employment. The statistics bureau has female officers, and the court also has female officials.

He looked at the young girl sitting on the mahogany bench in the living room and said

Although Le Yu was not in the wrong, he ultimately killed Qian Yu Liu and replaced him. For him, Qian Yu Ya is equivalent to a 'victim's family member.' Whenever Le Yu faced her, he always felt an inexplicable sense of guilt in his heart.

The Star Mark Military Academy, which Qian Yu Liu graduated from, is essentially a school of national studies; only national studies impart military strategies. The names have simply evolved over time, and national studies have transformed into cultural and military academies.

In a career, when a person takes on more responsibilities and possesses greater power, their mental strength will also significantly increase. However, once a person loses their responsibilities and power, the enhanced mental strength will correspondingly decline. If one is forced to resign, their mental strength may even deteriorate to a pathological level

Le Yu was taken aback for a moment, then opened the virtual panel again and found the line for "Jie" in the panel

The rain-soaked streets brimmed with dampness and chill as Leyu traversed the silent thoroughfare

Qian Yuya glanced at him and continued to lower her head to read. Leyu stole a glance; the content seemed to be clinical pathology, and there were even illustrations.

It is also quite normal to face tribulations, just like when Le Yu plays some hardcore games; after clearing a level, one feels a refreshing exhilaration and a spiritual uplift, as if one can hear the sound of their "ACT game skills upgrading".

"It's nothing." Le Yu sat in the rattan chair, poured herself a cup of hot water, and began to sip it slowly.

The concept of 'ideal' becomes easier to understand; only those with a strong will can strive towards their ideals, and the inherently idealistic nature of willpower will naturally influence one's mental strength

I have returned

Although I do not wish to be involved with Qianyu Liu's younger sister, the mental energy is truly enticing

After finishing a glass of water, Qian Yuyah did not speak, and Le Yu could only make small talk: "Have you eaten?"

Huiyao naturally has schools, and even compulsory education—Huiyao lectures. The central area of every city must have a lecture square, where anyone can go to listen to the teachers' lectures. The content taught by the teachers remains the same every year, covering basic arithmetic, practical writing, useful life skills, and common medical knowledge. The teachers are employed by the court, and listeners are not required to make any expenditures other than time and diligence.

1. Growth: A person's mental strength gradually develops, typically reaching its peak by the age of 40, and maintaining this level until it begins to decline after the age of 65

Finally, Le Yu arrived in front of a two-story small building, where a platinum-colored sign hung beside the main door reading "Rongfang Street No. 213," and below it was a small wooden sign that said "Qianjia"

The streetlights are sparse, but at least they illuminate the main road area. This world also has energy lamps, and even solar lamps that utilize luminous stones as energy have existed for a long time

The existence of the challenge will actively make the awakener realize that engaging in challenges can enhance their mental strength, thereby assisting the awakener in more easily improving their mental strength. However, the Radiant Court has discovered that many individuals, due to fear and aversion, are unwilling to undertake the challenges even when they are aware of the content. Consequently, the challenge also has side effects: when a person knows the content of the challenge but does not engage in it, their mental strength will gradually decline, and ultimately, they may even completely lose their mental strength.

Le Yu blinked his eyes, recalling that Qian Yu Liu indeed had the habit of eating alone. After returning home in the evening, he would go straight to his room to eat and exercise, rarely engaging in conversation with his sister

For Leyu, this moral law originating from a past life may be the only symbol that confirms his existence at present. It is precisely because he possesses this innocent conscience that he is Leyu, rather than Qianyu Liu or anyone else.

Qian Yuya is 16 years old this year and is preparing for the entrance examination of Xingke Cultural Academy. In this world, there is naturally no unified examination like the Gaokao; each region's traditional studies are independently enrolled.

Why was I rejected? Did she discover something? Was it because I didn't mention Qian Yu Liu's catchphrase? Is it that Qian Yu Liu doesn't drink two cups of water in a row? ... Or is it that Qian Yu Liu takes a shower first after returning home ... ?

Let the robbery happen, but the content of this robbery has nothing to do with Le Yu at all; it is definitely a relic of Qian Yu Liu—God knows why he considers 'having dinner with my sister' as a challenge

Le Yu stood up and prepared to go to the room on the second floor, when suddenly a piece of information flashed through his mind: every five days, Qian Yu Liu would have dinner with his younger sister

4 Transcendences, where a transcendence refers to the things that a person wishes to do but dares not to pursue. Each time a person undergoes a transcendence, their mental strength increases slightly

Le Yu sat back down and poured herself a glass of water, taking the opportunity to clear her thoughts while drinking.

Le Yu took a deep breath, took out the key to open the door. Inside, there were ten horizontal wooden bars, and behind the bars was the inner door. The gaps between the wooden bars were wide enough for a hand to pass through, allowing the owner to reach over with both hands to open the outer door. However, for anyone outside, it would be extremely difficult to cross the bars without the owner's consent, serving as a means of theft and fraud prevention

Perhaps this is merely a meaningless moral purism, but Le Yu sincerely hopes not to become too entangled with Qian Yuya. This proactive choice to forgo the utilization of identity resources may indeed increase the difficulty of the upcoming survival challenges, yet Le Yu would rather intensify the difficulty than break this moral constraint.