Chapter 2, The fleeting years of youth

Those who transferred have all been promised that after graduation, they will at least be guaranteed a respectable and well-paying job

At this point, everyone realized that this "research" was quite unusual; otherwise, why would such great effort be expended on it

However, it is precisely from the brilliant new star of technology that such news has emerged

In today's world, closely connected with new stars, where technology in deep space is brilliant, how many still believe in these? The untrained heart has already begun to waver

Wang Xuan's performance deeply moved him, as his flesh-and-blood hands were able to leave clear handprints on the thick and hard tree trunk. The old technique... is there really a way forward?

Some organizations, some research institutions, and some conglomerates are pursuing immortality

As understanding deepens, many people are astonished to find that some ingredients are extremely precious and rare, difficult to obtain on the old earth, and are transported from deep space

As we have arrived at the present era, the so-called myths have long been debunked; how could they possibly exist

Initially, there were a great number of applicants, but after a large-scale selection process and more than half a year of eliminations, only about fifty individuals remained

Several years ago, something was discovered in a tomb, bringing it back to light, and it has now been organized as one of the study materials for the experimental class

The elderly ladies are undoubtedly more ruthless than the elderly gentlemen. As time passes, their once-beautiful faces are now covered with wrinkles. For powerful women who possess abundant resources and strong influence, aging is certainly their arch-nemesis. If there is even a glimmer of hope, the elderly ladies will surely be even more frantic than the elderly gentlemen, doing everything possible to regain their youth

Due to the support of financial conglomerates behind it, this "research" has received substantial funding, and efforts are being intensified to select more suitable individuals to participate.

"Have you really mastered this relic from the olden days?" Qin Cheng rushed over, gazing at the clear handprint on the thick tree trunk, filled with astonishment and uncertainty

Some ingredients cannot be purchased even with money

Qin Cheng is also practicing ancient techniques, and he is well aware of how difficult it is; even some meditation methods are enough to drive a person to madness

However, although many have withdrawn, even more have joined.

Soon, some individuals could not persevere and chose to withdraw voluntarily, as practicing the old techniques was quite arduous and rather monotonous

However, from Qin Shi Huang to Emperor Wu of Han, and then to other later figures, all have failed in their quest for the elixir of immortality, making it impossible for anyone to succeed

Most of these individuals have transferred to the university where Wang Xuan and Qin Cheng are located, continuing their original majors while forming an "Old Techniques Experimental Class"

The most important thing is that in today's era, people hold a skeptical attitude towards the techniques found in the dusty archives of the old times

The old men are gradually declining, naturally yearning for youth; otherwise, how could they appreciate beautiful women? They possess billions in assets, yet can no longer squander them. If it were me, I would also wish to live another five hundred years

For example, a certain internal cultivation method was quite famous in ancient times, but ultimately it was lost to history

To be precise, it is the elders among certain financial magnates, the individuals in power, who seek to attain a longer lifespan

At that time, this statement indeed caused quite a stir in the old techniques experimental class, and many people were taken aback

With the arrival of these young men and women, some rumors began to circulate, gradually allowing the students of the old technique experimental class to understand part of the truth

Not everyone, like Wang Xuan, joined initially out of interest

Wang Xuan had previously been exposed to the art of scattering, and he immediately became very interested, agreeing on the spot

They found that what is referred to as research is primarily about allowing them to practice on their own

As early as the pre-Qin period, legends about immortals and magicians had already captivated later generations, and even kings were not exempt from such customs

Some of the ingredients are sourced from the New Star Deep Sea and possess anti-aging properties, while others can significantly replenish blood and energy, and still others can help maintain vitality and vigor

Moreover, special food began to be prepared for them by dedicated individuals, all aimed at better mastering certain dispersal techniques

History is always remarkably similar. Throughout the ages, certain prominent figures entering their later years seem to be quite unwilling to accept their fate, yearning for youth and desiring a vigorous body

The "old technique textbooks" of the experimental class have quite a history, including unique editions from museums, rare collections from wealthy families, and certain religious scriptures

The old professor once said that certain ingredients are favored by some remarkable elder figures with impressive backgrounds, as they can delay aging

However, throughout the ages, it seems that everyone who has reached a corresponding height has been diligently pursuing this.

However, it was against this backdrop that individuals such as Wang Xuan and Qin Cheng were approached when they first entered university, being asked whether they were willing to engage in research related to ancient techniques

Moreover, the diet of all students in the old technique experimental class is specially prepared by designated personnel, with great attention to detail

The old professor who taught them the art of gas extraction lamented that these ingredients, even on a new star, are prohibitively expensive, let alone being transported from deep space

For practitioners of various martial arts, dietary supplementation is of utmost importance

Not only in this city, but also in various places across the old land, activities are being carried out, primarily involving university students, with substantial salary incentives to stimulate their enthusiasm

Students from the old soil have always yearned for the new stars, hoping to study abroad, but this time the situation has reversed

In those years, Wang Xuan whispered with Qin Cheng and had once orchestrated those prominent figures

Although some supplementary measures were taken, it still caused an uproar among the experimental class at that time

As for Qin Cheng, he did not believe in any of this at all. It was only later, upon hearing that this research was related to certain financial conglomerates and that a significant amount of funding had been invested, that he was astonished and decided to join in with a try-and-see attitude

What is particularly surprising is that shortly thereafter, more than twenty new students joined this experimental class.

Qin Cheng sighed: "Do not compare with the past; I never believed in it at all. In fact, many of those records have long been debunked."

"According to the old-fashioned way of speaking, what I have done is nothing at all." Wang Xuan shook his head, his figure appearing gallant, as if shrouded in a faint white mist under the bright moonlight

Over the years, although Qin Cheng has been in contact with it, he has always harbored doubts deep within his heart: can it really be mastered?

In the early days, they studied their original major courses in their respective departments while utilizing their spare time to participate in what was known as "old techniques research"

Nowadays, these are referred to as scattered techniques, and many people also call them old techniques

They increasingly felt that this "research" was quite complex, as the two elderly professors teaching them the art of scattering had actually been transferred from a new star.

The techniques of the old era, scattered among piles of old documents, range from physical exercises to meditation, and further to energy cultivation methods and internal nurturing practices, with various records being quite fragmented

From the perspective of modern individuals, such pursuits seem laughable and insubstantial

At that moment, several young men and women from the new star rolled their eyes upon hearing the whispers of the two, as it seemed to involve some of their respective elders

It is evident how much importance is placed on this "Research on Old Techniques"