Chapter 3, Internal Breath

"Qie, Ah Xin, are you willing to go? My family still expects a gift from you?" Li Changping looked at him with disdain

Without the charm of flowers and the vitality of life, it is difficult to enter the realm of flower arrangement. While color, fragrance, and form can certainly provide aesthetic pleasure, the charm of flowers and the vitality of life deepen this pleasure and endure over time; this is the essence of the art.

Oh, I really forgot about that," Fang Xin said, realizing.

It seemed to be some techniques, evoking a sense of familiarity. Fang Xin thought of the small booklet given by Uncle An, and promptly took it out to read carefully. Indeed, it did not take long before he found similar explanations within it.

Half an hour later, having gained a little insight, Fang Xin heard a sound. He gradually stopped, and when he got up to come out, it was precisely Li Changping and Mei Changtian.

His brother said: "Sorrow arises from love, love arises from beauty. What does a man of great stature have to worry about lacking a wife? Why then do you weep to such an extent?"

Mei Changtian indeed held some flowers in his hand; upon entering, he went straight to the living room table to arrange the flowers

Having briefly glanced through it, I placed it into my bag and then took out a book to read. This book, which I have already read halfway, is a collection of essays from the Tang Dynasty

"Stop bluffing, organize everything, and see what we will have for lunch today," Fang Xin said, looking over with a hint of surprise. He noticed Mei Changtian had quickly inserted a few items, instantly brightening the table and adding some vitality to the entire room

"I heard that you have been practicing Qi cultivation diligently lately. You can take a look at this book." Uncle An took out a small booklet from the drawer, smiling as he looked at Fang Xin. "I learned a lot from this book when I was young, Ah Xin, you can have it!"

Although there are various intelligent tools available, schools still uphold the traditional practice of having students personally clean and tidy the school before the start of the academic year

"A mustard seed, a universe; a grain of sand, a world. I designed a pair of diamond earrings, which I believe are relatively cute. I initially intended to submit them as an assignment, but now I will consider them a gift!" Mei Changtian said as he turned over.

Cousin? How old is she?

Mei Changtian hesitated for a moment and said, "Alright, I have been working at a diamond jewelry company during my vacation, where I learned a bit about design. Coincidentally, the company is launching a bridal-themed event, which allows me to showcase my creativity."

After tidying up for a moment and nearly organizing the room, he was somewhat surprised to notice that dark clouds were slowly approaching. Before long, a few raindrops began to fall. The raindrops were not heavy, but they were fine and misty, enveloping the entire sky and earth.

At present, one may ponder, yet there is an abundance of things in this world, so there is no need for surprise. Separate the ingredients one by one, setting aside some packaged snacks and waxed meats, while the fresh items, which are not needed for the moment, along with the materials for the illustrations and books, should be placed in the refrigerator. Take out the rest one by one and begin the preparations.

People are bound to change, Changping, you don't need to work anymore. Go buy some raw materials. During the holiday, I learned some cooking skills, and today I will be cooking.

The stuffed toy still needs to be given as a token of goodwill, Nagata, you should also go and make a gift for yourself, just like I did, that would already be quite nice, let everyone have a lively time

Su Anming said: "I do not know how love arises from beauty, and how sorrow arises from love. I only know that my wife has departed, and thus my life is filled with sorrow! Among millions, my wife is the only one!"

"Dizzy, can you cook? Don't treat the brothers as experimental subjects!" Li Changping couldn't help but roll his eyes

After reading it a few more times and feeling quite satisfied, I put the book back, stood up, and went out. At that moment, it was already close to noon

In fact, there is a cleaning system in the dormitory. The living room, balcony, kitchen, and bathroom can be cleaned quickly when the two of us work together, and each person's room is naturally cleaned by themselves

With a swipe of the card, the door opened automatically, and there were already people inside

Fang Xin looked at him with some surprise, a stranger yet familiar figure emerging in his mind

The jade ruyi within the body suddenly moved in the span of one hundredth of a second, a faint force traveled along the point of contact, ascending and entering the other party's body

He is almost the only guest in this library, at least among the teenagers, he is the only guest

Act upon your thoughts, nurturing them gently, and carefully experience the subtle differences.

The school is essentially immersed in greenery, with every building having its own driveway. On either side of the driveways are green lawns and small groves. The various buildings of the school seem to lack uniformity, each exhibiting a different style

"Mei Changtian, hello, we are late." Fang Xin recalled the memory and said politely

Returning to his hometown to marry, after the wedding, the couple loved and respected each other. However, the good times did not last long. Several years later, his wife unfortunately passed away at the age of only nineteen, leaving behind two sons and one daughter. Su Anming was deeply saddened and remained unhappy for over ten years, choosing not to remarry or seek the company of women.

Diamonds are indeed not valuable, as advancements in synthetic diamond technology have led to synthetic qualities that are now comparable to top natural diamonds

Fang Xin nodded and got onto his electromagnetic vehicle, feeling a stir in his heart. Even in this world, electromagnetic vehicles were considered a medium-level consumer item, and most people could only take public transport. Fang Xin could afford it, but as a homebody, he found it unnecessary.

Fang Xin sat on the living room sofa, calm and composed. Suddenly, within the jade Ruyi, a thread of energy began to circulate again; this was a diagram of internal energy operation.

For the past two months, I have diligently practiced on hetushu.com, and my internal energy has increased by 10%. However, the total amount of internal energy within Mei Changtian is at least double that of mine

A Xin, I have run so many routes, you need to prepare some dishes! As soon as he entered, Li Changping shouted loudly, pushing a cart filled to the brim with food, which made Fang Xin feel quite frustrated: "Look at Chang Tian, he only brought some flowers, and flowers can't be eaten."

Uncle An, the librarian, is a man who is already sixty years old, but according to earthly standards, he appears to be only fifty. He calmly said, "Axin, you seem to be in good shape lately"

Kung Pao chicken, stir-fried greens, minced eggplant, and a soup. Li Changping hurriedly rushed over, took a few bites, and began to say: "Really good, really good, it's almost the same as the food at a two-star restaurant. I didn't expect you, Ah Xin, to have this skill. Your future girlfriend and wife will be fortunate."

Such affection is indeed rare in a person

In this world, although it is stipulated that one can only marry at the age of eighteen, many young people still fall in love and marry early, adhering to tradition

It is akin to those exemplary students on Earth; they may possess certain study techniques, yet these are neither closely guarded secrets nor universally known facts

With focused attention, the glint of knives was evident, and in a short amount of time, several dishes were served up

Mei Changtian, quite handsome and exuding a hint of heroism, shook hands with the other person

A high official or someone persuades him to take a young girl, and he laughs: "My heart has already been pledged on that day; how can I now betray my true feelings for the sake of wealth and honor?"

I opened the door with a card. Although I haven't stayed here for a long time, there is still no smell in the room at all

Regarding nurturing one's nature, experiencing the endless cycle of life, and cultivating clarity through simplicity, one can find great joy in the small spaces of life, which brings immense benefits. Few young individuals are able to comprehend this state of mind and skill.

This world has also undergone industrial revolutions and environmental pollution. However, in the past century, humanity's energy sources have shifted away from biochemical energy, with a mainstream transition to solar energy. In just a hundred years, the pollution of forests and rivers has been continuously purified. Although it is not yet completely resolved, it is expected that in another two hundred years, the world can be restored to a level three standard (Note: This is a standard specific to this world, which will be discussed later)

To my surprise, Mei Changtian has already gone out, and the balcony door is left open, allowing a thick mist to blow in, making the room feel quite cool

In his youth, Su Anming, a Tang person, made an agreement with a girl from the neighboring family. At the age of seventeen, he went to the capital to take the examination. Before his departure, the girl presented him with a steaming pot containing a steamed chicken. After he became a successful candidate, the girl's family, who were engaged in farming and lived in poverty, did not dare to mention the matter of marriage again

Ah, Fang Xin, you have changed a lot. You didn't used to do these things on hetushu.com before," Li Changping said at that moment

Li Changping chirped a few times and obediently went out

It is indeed a missed opportunity that Fang Xin was unaware of his roommate's current level.

At the moment of the handshake, Fang Xin furrowed his brows; between the two hands clasped together, an invisible force made contact with one another

"Not bad." Fang Xin smiled faintly but did not say anything further. Recently, he had been diligent in his cultivation, and his energy and spirit had indeed changed significantly

Currently smiling: "Yes, I put in some effort. Come, let me help you with the mopping!"

In this world, almost all books have been organized online, and printed books have withdrawn from the main stage of reading. Nowadays, very few young people go to libraries.

Hello, Uncle An. He greeted the librarian.

Li Changping comes from a wealthy family, while Mei Changtian hails from an ordinary background. However, he is diligent and hardworking, with a calm demeanor. Over the years, he has consistently received scholarships from the school, and now there is a noticeable gap between the two, at least compared to Fang Xin in the past. Fang Xin comes from a relatively better background, not only due to wealth but also because of his family education. He possesses a charming and elegant appearance, making him quite popular among girls.

Fang Xinruo appeared to be deep in thought as he began to carefully observe this operational diagram. There was nothing particularly unusual about it; it was merely that the area of Qi Hai was somewhat deeper. If one were to insist that there were differences, it would be that a few connections and circulation methods had slight variations. However, it is precisely this kind of change that has generally led to some improvements. Although the degree of improvement is not high, over time, it accumulates to a considerable amount

The method of floral charm immediately startled Fang Xin, who carries the memories of a prestigious family.

In just a few strokes, a certain artistic conception has already emerged. The flower vessel is shallow, and the design is elegant. Mei Changtian pauses for a moment in contemplation, lightly pressing his hand, and as the flower sways, a waft of fragrance disperses throughout the room

I do not know how love arises from beauty, and how sorrow arises from love; I only know that my wife has departed, and thus my life is filled with much sadness. Among millions, my wife is the only one. This ancient text is quite brief, merely a few hundred characters, yet this sentence, when read several times, lingers in my mind for a long time, and I find it truly difficult to express the feelings it evokes within me.

Bed, computer system, cabinet, desk, it's that simple

Two months' time, neither long nor short, yet it feels as if it has passed in the blink of an eye

During these two months, Fang Xin has gained a great deal of emotional understanding of the world and has also discovered many aspects that he had previously overlooked—such as the existence of a library behind the community.

During the holiday, feeling bored, it's always a good thing to learn something. Fang Xin casually remarked, "I definitely do not have secondary culinary skills, and my primary skills are just mediocre."

Student dormitories, while taking into account the housing area, are more focused on fostering communication skills among students through shared experiences. Therefore, it consists of one unit accommodating three people, featuring three bedrooms and a living room, with a shared bathroom, living room, and kitchen

If one is lazy, they can actually just live there; they are not someone with a cleanliness obsession, but they still tidied up and cleaned the interior a bit

Yes, the weather is not very hot, but I said it's fine to go, just don't be too troublesome for us. Also, I am a student and do not have many gifts to offer, so I will make a puppet for her myself

Such culinary skills are certainly the result of chance

It's nothing, I arrived first.

Li Changping, at the age of fifteen, is a classmate and friend of Fang Xin, and they are also roommates in the same dormitory

Feeling the jade ruyi hidden within his body stir, Fang Xinxin was taken aback. He received it with both hands and said, "Thank you, Uncle An."

As soon as he entered, the librarian noticed him and greeted, "Ah, Ah Xin has arrived!"

Mei Changtian is merely a child from an ordinary family, and his family conditions are significantly worse than those of the original Fang Xin. The original Fang Xin might have looked down upon this, but the current Fang Xin feels a chill in his heart.

After finishing their meal, the three of them felt closer and lay on the sofa chatting casually. They picked up the remote control and turned on the large screen, which naturally displayed various programs. They talked about everything under the sun, passing the entire afternoon, especially since tomorrow marked the start of the new school term

A voice called out from afar, "A Xin, Fang Xin!"

A young boy was busy sweeping the floor when he heard a sound and looked up

After taking a few bites, Mei Changtian also revealed a look of surprise. In just a few months, this roommate has indeed gained quite a bit of skill, becoming somewhat enigmatic, and his demeanor has changed as well.

My cousin is getting engaged, on the Sunday three weeks from now. My uncle is distributing invitations to friends and family for the celebration. Would you two like to go with me?" Li Changping suddenly said

The sunlight at the end of August is no longer too hot. Walking in the corridor, the sunlight falls in a colorful pattern nearby as I descend the stairs

Mei Changtian seemed a bit confused, yet could not discern anything specific. He simply smiled and said, "Fang Xin, you have made great progress recently. Have you been studying hard during the break?"

However, being able to appreciate the beauty of flowers and cultivate a sense of vitality indicates that this person has already established a mindset for further improvement—Mei Changtian, after all, comes from an ordinary family; how could he have acquired such skills and insights

By currently creating the internal diagram and referencing the explanations in the booklet, I quickly understood some aspects through mutual comparison

However, the library is generally quite clean, with several rows of wooden chairs arranged neatly, untouched by dust under the sunlight, clearly indicating that they are regularly cleaned. Yet, no one is sitting there. Observing this scene, Fang Xin feels a vague and inexplicable sadness in his heart.

Fang Xinli stood upright and gazed into the distance. Within a mere ten seconds, an electromagnetic vehicle came to a swift stop across from him, and a young boy on the vehicle was waving.

Although it is said that there should be no secondary culinary skills, possessing a primary culinary certificate qualifies one to work as a chef in ordinary restaurants. Generally, it takes about a year of study, so achieving this level in just a few months is no small feat

Casually chatting with him for a few moments, I found myself at school before I knew it

As for Su Anming, who ultimately held the rank of third grade and served as the governor of a province, this was hardly considered prestigious

Ah, diamonds are quite inexpensive, but creating jewelry is not simple; it all depends on the design

After some thought, I couldn't help but chuckle; how many untold secrets can there truly be in this world? However, certain skills and insights are concealed within public versions, and not everyone is capable of acquiring them

Fang Xin even saw the Greek-style academy with elegant white marble columns, where many buildings were adorned with verdant vines climbing the walls, bringing vibrant colors.

Li Changping said, "Hey! Have you forgotten that this afternoon we need to go to school early for the big cleanup? We are in the same dormitory after all"

At just seventeen, she has fallen in love with someone five years her senior, who works at a company called Huoyan. Her uncle also approves of this relationship. She is a fortunate girl, as a one-story apartment serves as her dowry, valued at three million, which will be transferred to her name

Fang Xin's dormitory is actually a unit building, three stories high, surrounded by trees and lawns.

Uncle An nodded and then left, no longer disturbing him

The window is open, allowing the gentle breeze to enter, and in the nearby woods, the chirping of birds can be heard

Fang Xin flipped through the booklet and noticed that there were underlined sections along with some brief comments. The content of the booklet was not extensive, only about twenty pages. When he turned to the back, he saw the inscription "Hua Yi Comprehensive Publishing House, Second Printing, 50,000 Copies".

Li Changping, what brings you here

This contact lasted only a moment; when the hand was released, the force quickly returned to Fang Xin's body. In that instant, a comprehensive three-dimensional image of the human body appeared in Fang Xin's mind, depicting the flow of energy.

In this era, the invention of new batteries that can be charged in two hours and enable vehicles to travel one hundred and fifty miles has essentially relegated oil, a resource that consumes vast amounts of energy and causes pollution, to the sidelines of human energy consumption. Vehicles based on electric battery technology are continuously evolving

What are you waiting for? Hurry up and go

This floral arrangement art has already astonished him, yet the method of nurturing floral arrangements is even more the study of the floral artist. Its essence should be gentle yet unbroken, weak yet enduring. In noble families, it is often used for nurturing vitality and well-being. It is said that those with profound cultivation can make cut flowers last for a month without wilting, still retaining their vitality