Chapter 6: Cultivation

At 8:30, he packed his belongings and took the tram to "Baishan Shrine"

Shenlin Yuko returned to the "Hakusan Shrine", while Yuan Qingsu went to "Myogadani" to teach high school students at a private academy

Flowing Water Slash

From the insights gained from the electric vehicle and "The Art of War," one can derive similar understandings from other matters and texts. It is important to remain attentive and to engage with new experiences regularly

Hey, stingy!

Next is breakfast

It is important to maintain a calm mind, but in battle, one must be poised between tension and relaxation, remaining impartial, in order to respond to all changes with consistency

Okay

Sigh. Yuan Qingsu let out a breath.

So handsome

The train door cannot be closed, which prevents the train from departing on time, affecting the schedule of all passengers. If the stop time is excessively prolonged, it may also disrupt the normal operation of subsequent trains, and even impact the overall operational order of the entire line.

If one achieves "self-awareness," can they maintain the "balance point between tension and relaxation" in battle

Good

On the wooden planks of the corridor, there are also tea and snacks prepared by the butterfly figurines for Yuan Qingsu

Do not limit your insights solely to combat; the same principles apply to all things (consider the associations of thunder spells, water spells, and sword techniques, and first master these)

In the past, he was someone who ate Akamon ramen, costing 500 yen! The standard of living has been directly cut by four-fifths!

Two individuals stepped onto the crosswalk, weaving through the bustling crowd reminiscent of a shadow play

The tram sways, and the cherry blossoms outside the window are nearing full bloom, so vibrant that it seems as if they are about to dye the tram pink

Isn't this a good thing? You have been cultivating all along, and one day in the future, you will be strong enough to resist the monsters single-handedly, and you will be able to survive yourself

I am the cuckoo of the heavens, for now I shall endure in silence, one day my name will be broadcast in the clouds

Can you not throw me into the pool? My clothes are very wet...

In the southwest corner, there is an old refrigerator that is half the height of a person

Arriving at the shrine, I walked into the banyan tree with its intertwined roots, reaching the dwelling of the divine forest deity.

Additionally, money is sent from home

Teacher Yuan. A student came to ask questions holding a red-covered book

First, there was the cultivation of divine power, with the multicolored aura of the deities surrounding him, absorbed by the black light within his body

"Are you going to give up on seeking revenge against me? Although I believe you have no hope." Shinrin Yuko glanced at him.

After returning, refer to the notes I gave you; they contain all my insights on cultivation

After finishing the meal, Yuan Qingsu arrived at the edge of "Sanshirō Pond"

Every little bit learned is a gain, thank you

It is precisely because of the reserve of strength that Yuan Qingsu is able to redirect the "Flowing Water Slash"

Now conserving energy allows for the continuous use of two techniques. Although the power may be diminished, the addition of an extra technique enables a greater response to various changes

In addition to clothing, food, housing, and transportation, there is actually one more item, which is communication expenses

First, it is essential to implement cost-saving measures, starting with the basic necessities of clothing, food, housing, and transportation

Having learned 90 percent of Spanish, I can only give it up now; preserving my life is the most important thing

This is a matter for the future, what should we do now

Secondly, it is open source

Just a beginner. The imagined enemy is the girl who besieges him, and once again it is a move called "Flowing Slash"

I do not understand the tea ceremony, can we use another expression next time? Yuan Qingsu is very honest, knowing is knowing

Having no money and wanting to eat well, one can only go to the school cafeteria

Even the air changed its colors, and a dazzling radiance blossomed on their faces

Shenlin Yuko glanced twice and pointed out: "Do not use the strength of wringing a cloth; imagine that you are holding a tea cloth."

The entire courtyard seemed to transform into a sea of light, with the brilliant radiance overshadowing the green of the grass and trees

"Teacher, what is this?" a student from the nearby girls' high school asked curiously

After class, I took the tram back to the dormitory

In the end, I could only comfort my impoverished self with the motto of the Confucian scholar An Jingxixuan:

During the journey, someone asked him where he bought his sword. After giving a perfunctory answer, he contemplated where to obtain a free wooden sword

Shenlin Yuko slowly flipped through Yuan Qingsu's notes, while Yuan Qingsu, not waiting for the butterfly shikigami to bring tea, seized the time to run to the courtyard to practice

The "North Star," infused with divine power, emitted a dark light, crackling with sparks. As the "Thunderfire Slash" was unleashed, a plume of white smoke rose from the pond's water.

Miss Shenlin, may I ask you a question

Before reviewing the past, he first took out a blank notebook, preparing to record all his insights and understandings regarding his practice in it

Shenlin Yuko flicked her fingers, and a golden wave of water surged forth, executing the same strike known as "Flowing Slash".

The money originally sent was quite considerable, sufficient for occasional dining out. However, he sent out the letter yesterday, in which he mentioned that he has started a part-time job, so next month it is likely to be less.

The red light began to flash, and in the blink of an eye, the green light was illuminated

Regardless of the reaction of the carp, I set aside the notes of Shenlin Yuko and my own notes, took out the "North Star," and began to practice

He swung his sword with all his might, and a muffled sound echoed in the water. The waves of energy once again canceled each other out, and he was also pushed back, standing at the bottom of the three-meter-deep pool

"Miss Shenlin," after a moment of silence, Yuan Qingsu said, "You have your goals, and I want to survive as well, so let us set aside our conflicts for now and live together, shall we?"

Two individuals boarded different trams

The technique "Rolling Log Slash" from the Source of Clarity emphasizes an unending flow, with one strike following another, akin to an endless stream of logs rolling down the hillside

Good morning. He greeted the koi fish.

During the break, one cannot practice the Thunder Spell and Water Spell; Yuan Qingsu will practice the Divine Path Sword Technique using a ballpoint pen.

Previously, he observed the techniques of the Divine Path style, each move exhibiting tremendous power. He initially believed that he must exert himself fully; however, after each strike, he found it necessary to take a moment to recuperate before executing the second move

My vision is long-term, but I am a selfish and petty person; as long as I do not take revenge, I will remember it for a lifetime

If the divine power is infused and the "North Star" is used, the heads of nearly all the girls in this circle would have basically fallen off

Today, he can also see that transparent carp by himself

The dormitory provided by the school is very small

Currently, there are only these two sources of income. I could also look for part-time work, but earning money is meant for cultivation. Right now, in pursuit of money, I am wasting my time on cultivation, which is a reversal of priorities

"Tea cloth? What is that?" Yuan Qingsu stopped his hands and turned to ask.

Yuan Qingsu subconsciously countered with "Rolling Wood Slash"

Where is it not possible?" Yuan Qingsu closed the notebook

If divine power is infused, this strike will result in the body of the delicate young girl in a pleated skirt before me showing signs of being burned and electrocuted.

When he finally managed to surface, he lay by the edge of the pool, looking like a drowned dog, utterly exhausted.

This change is not only due to Shinrin Yuko's earlier guidance on "Flowing Slash," but also includes the stamina-preserving techniques she taught at the beginning

As for Yuan Qingsu ... he was thrown back into the pool again—he could redirect the "Flowing Slash," and of course, his divine forest child would be able to as well

After completing the training, I practiced the thunder spell facing the pond that Shenlin Yuko had created yesterday.

"Go back, class is starting." He put away the ballpoint pen

Talent is a gift that can increase your chances of survival in the first battle of the future

The part-time salary for a private tutor is 2,500 yen per hour, working 6 hours a week, resulting in a weekly income of 15,000 yen, which is only enough to buy Miss Shenlin one and a half hours.

Regardless of how these young girls with their skirts raised high act coy, Yuan Qingsu remains unshaken

However, the mobile plan that the female clerk helped Yuan Qingsu to apply for is already the most economical and cost-effective option. Unless one does not use it at all, there is no room for further savings.

As the source of clarity surged, stars danced before the eyes, and a mouthful of blood was spat out, staining the clear pool of water in front a deep red

Understanding leads to domination

Yuan Qingsu was contemplating the words she had spoken, and then recalled the phrase from "The Art of War" that states, "If you know neither the enemy nor yourself, you will succumb in every battle"

No generation of shamans has lived past the age of 25; they are the most important force against monsters. As for me, the Grand Master wants me to continue my training indefinitely, unless all other practitioners are killed in action. Otherwise, I am not required to participate in battles, but he can only manage official matters and cannot control the unofficial ones.

This spell is akin to the cultivation of divine power; apart from this place, there is no other location for him to practice, and whenever it is cast, it is accompanied by the sound of thunder

Summary: Every day there is new knowledge to learn, striving to surpass yesterday's self with today's self

Just as I was about to contemplate how to cut costs and increase efficiency, drowsiness washed over me

Next time, let's walk instead of taking the tram. The fare is quite a sum, and it's not too far anyway. The time spent on the road can also be used to review my practice notes

She gently nodded, catching the notebook with her white, delicate, and slender hand

Cafeteria, end

"When do you say?" Half of Yuan Qingsu crawled out of the pool, staring blankly at Shenlin Yuko in the corridor

Close your eyes, recall the events of today, and finally empty your mind in preparation for sleep, yet you begin to worry about money again

The sword's edge swept across; even without the infusion of divine power, relying solely on the brilliance of the "North Star," the surrounding green leaves trembled and continuously fell into the pond.

From 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM, I spent a total of seven hours at "Baishan Shrine". In addition to the installment payment for "Polaris", I spent a total of 90,000 yen on my practice today alone

When taking a shower, one might accidentally bump into the toilet at their feet, but aside from that, everything else is quite good

A layer of golden waves emerged in the corridor, blocking the splashes of water

April 3, take the tram with passengers boarding first and alighting later

Method: Thoroughly Understand Yourself

Before Yuan Qingsu could finish speaking, Shen Lin Yuko struck again with a palm, delivering a "Wooden Chop" that came down forcefully.

This time, he held back some strength, causing his power to weaken; however, at the same time, a thought crossed his mind, and he swung his sword again, delivering a strike with seventy percent of his strength, known as the "Flowing Slash".

Yuan Qingsu turned on the desk lamp and read for a while from "Microbiology" and the cultivation notes of Shinrin Yuko

Your vision is somewhat myopic, yet you are a great person

There is a mini kitchen where simple meals can be prepared

"Those endowed with divine power must participate in the battle. Why are you making this so complicated, and why do you specifically need to seek out someone like me, an outsider?" he asked

The night breeze whispers ominously through the trees in the garden

Standing in front of the traffic light, Yuan Qingsu gazed at the vehicles passing by in the neon lights, suddenly recalling something.

Water splashed everywhere in the pond, the grass and trees became damp, and a miniature rainbow appeared in the air

Did you not write in your notes to pay more attention and to engage with new things? Take this opportunity to learn more about it

Miss Shenlin, I wanted to mention this yesterday: your hair looks beautiful when tied up, elegant and refined, and it also looks great when worn down

Although Mingming had just learned about conserving energy and changing techniques, he still subconsciously believed that "Rolling Wood Slash" was merely a series of consecutive moves, fixating on the specific techniques.

Shenlin Yuko revised and supplemented Yuan Qingsu's notes, then rose and walked to the corridor, where Yuan Qingsu was currently practicing the Divine Path technique

Teacher Yuan, please tell us your Instagram account

The girl who wanted to record a video has already been crushed into a filling in his eyes

After ten minutes, Yuan Qingsu felt that his body had mostly recovered and finally had the strength to speak: "Having talent is useless; surviving is what truly matters"

Let the next generation of shamans take care of it. The Divine Forest's heir reined in their emotions, their expression once again becoming indifferent. The responsibility of a shaman is to protect; the one who accomplishes this task does not necessarily have to be me

Yuan Qingsu stood outside the pavilion, turning to look at the entrance of the Yin-Yang Dormitory, where ripples of divine power shimmered.

While brushing my teeth, I couldn't help but mimic the sword techniques of the Divine Path with my toothbrush

Yuan Qingsu sat near the door of the tram, holding his practice notes in hand, jotting down some insights from the morning.

There is no need to buy new clothes; wearing the old ones will suffice. As a precaution, I will have my mother send over my high school sports uniform to use as training attire

Log chopping!

The midday sun shines through the window, casting shadows on the tatami mat in the Japanese-style room

This is merely a temporary sacrifice, " Yuan Qingsu looked at her elegant and refined profile, " In the long run, continuing to live and dedicating yourself to cultivation is the best way to minimize further sacrifices.

Leaving the crosswalk, the two individuals walked towards the bus station under the gaze of those around them

First, do not rinse the mouth; apply a technique, brush the teeth for a while, think about the skills of capacity during the brushing time, then apply another technique, and brush the teeth for a while again

Teacher Yuan, please do it again

As I write to this point, various thoughts begin to bubble up in my mind

Then practice water spells in the bathroom until the divine power is exhausted.

A black and a golden wave of energy collided, canceling each other out, and exploded with a loud bang. Struck by the wave, Yuan Qingsu, who was in the water, found no leverage to push against and sank once again.

There is only 110,000 yen left in the deposit.

Wait a moment, I will record a video on my phone and post it on Facebook

It was not easy to apply for the student dormitory, which is very cheap. Although it is inconvenient for practice, there is currently no better option.

By the time he finished brushing his teeth, there was no place left in the mirror to reflect a human figure

It makes sense, but this is just like the matter between the two of us; let's talk about it again when I can survive!" After saying this, Yuan Qingsu turned and struck the pond with a "Thunder Fire Slash"

I apologize, Brother Mirror, please bear with me for a moment

Without the participation of divine wizards in the war for fourteen years, the mortality rate of cultivators was very high, and ordinary people... Shen Lin Yuzi fell into silence, with a slightly gloomy expression on his face.

So that's how it is! Yuan Qingsu's tone was filled with joy and excitement, happy to have grasped a trick for himself.

He was not angry; on the contrary, he was convinced and accepted it wholeheartedly

On the following day, Sunday, before his eyes had even opened, Yuan Qingsu was already recalling the key points of casting the Thunder Spell and the Water Spell in his mind

The previous golden wave of water swept both him and his sword up and threw them into the pool behind him

He reported this matter to Shinrin Yuko

Occasionally, someone passes by, and Yuan Qingsu pretends to be a member of the Kendo Club, practicing some moves that he saw on TV, such as the "Tafeng Zhan" - not sure if that's the correct name.

"So impressive! Teacher Yuan not only excels in academics but is also skilled in swordsmanship!" A circle of girls around her exclaimed in admiration.

There is a desk, a single bed against the wall, and at the head of the bed, there is a small bookshelf containing textbooks for specialized courses as well as foreign language dictionaries

Enduring exhaustion, I simply finished my shower, climbed into bed with great difficulty, pulled the blanket up to my chest, and my body felt as if it were a pile of bones lying there

As I arrived outside the garden, the lights suddenly lit up, and the whispers of the trees gradually disappeared.

The tram glided into the platform with the night breeze, watching the people inside the carriage disembark first, while those on the platform boarded afterward. Yuan Qingsu pondered: can such a rule be applied in some aspect of cultivation

The two walked side by side towards the exit of the Imperial Garden in silence, without exchanging a single word.

Although he has never been wealthy, he has never worried about money like this before

With a wave of Shenglin Yuzi's hand, a golden light flashed, and the bell flew back.

Thank you. Today, Shinrin Miko is still wearing her hair tied up, dressed in a shrine maiden's outfit, with white magnolias embroidered on the sleeves

As an unofficial practitioner, participating in the "campaign" also comes with a remuneration of 500,000 yen for each instance, and in the event of death, 5,000,000 yen.

Understanding: Maintain a calm mind, always balancing between tension and relaxation

Thunderfire Slash! As soon as it was unleashed, Yuan Qingsu let out a cry of surprise, and the mirror, covered in toothpaste, was splattered everywhere

reside

After his feet touched the ground, Yuan Qingsu quickly calmed down, instinctively wanting to seize the initiative, he raised his hand and struck the third "Rolling Log Slash" towards the water's surface

After finishing, begin to think about how to make money

Piglet! You're asking for death! The white player who was playing chess jumped up and grabbed the bell and threw it over.

Who knows that what is coming from the opposite side is not the "Rolling Wood Slash", but rather the "Flowing Water Slash"

Next stop, Baishan Station, Baishan Station. Yuan Qingsu closed the notebook and got up to disembark.

The cloth used to clean tea utensils in tea ceremony, said Shinrin Yuzi, "For elegance, when twisting, you cannot twist it like a rag, using too much force. You need to leave some strength. When you make a move, your body cannot exert too much force. Once you do, the ups and downs of your movements will become more prominent, and your opponent will see through your intentions, leaving you no room for further moves."

I joined the school's kendo club and have been practicing recently. The Seiki Sōen ballpoint pen drew a line in the air, representing the "Thunder Fire Slash" from the Shindō-ryū.

During self-study and Q&A sessions, he takes out Shenlin Yuzi's practice notes.

The "North Star" slashed towards the water's surface, one sword strike after another

Shenlin Yuko first glanced at him, then replied

After much exertion, my muscles are burning with heat, and my ligaments are throbbing with pain. I can only feel that my entire body is unable to stand upright, suffering from unbearable pain

Exactly, exactly

If the tram does not adhere to the rule of "alighting before boarding," those who wish to disembark will be unable to do so, and those who wish to board will be unable to get on, thereby reducing the efficiency of boarding and alighting. This may even lead to congestion at the doors, resulting in the doors being unable to close

Yuan Qingsu pondered for a moment, and the "North Star" in his hand suddenly erupted with a furious black light, accompanied by black waves, as it lunged towards the Divine Forest's Young Master like a water dragon

Beside Shinrin Mikoko, the girl in military uniform, Shiroko, sat in the corridor, playing chess with the butterfly shikigami. The butterfly shikigami were in disagreement, arguing about what the next move should be.

Close the notebook, replace the "North Star" with a transparent umbrella costing 100 yen from the convenience store, and practice Shinto-ryu.

Eat.

It is a method that, after understanding oneself, allows you to consider issues from a higher perspective, but it is difficult to achieve complete self-awareness

Recording is not allowed

Don't, can we chat a little longer?

The campus on Sunday morning was quite empty, having enjoyed the 100 yen set meal specially introduced by the school to encourage students to have breakfast

He pondered for a while and could only think of this: during a battle, no matter how hurried one may be, one must not lose composure and must always remain calm

He recorded his insights on the Thunder Spell, Water Spell, and Divine Path in chronological order according to today's time, and also noted the events that had just occurred

Your talent is the best I have ever seen among people

Well

Clothing

Yuanqing Su has the magical ability to make girls radiant

Opening my eyes, the water ripples, the sky is as blue as the sea, and the surface of the water sparkles with golden light, as another wave of air comes crashing in

Yuan Qingsu expressed her thoughts and then asked her: "Regarding this matter, as a senior, do you have any opinions?"

The flowing slash is not merely about drawing circles and clearing the surroundings; it can also be used for surprise attacks and advances, said Shinrin Yuko.

Shenlin Yuko had finished speaking five sentences, and the two of them did not say anything further, walking all the way to the train station platform

The golden air wave entered the water, and the swimming fish-like entities deftly avoided his black air wave, suddenly colliding with him.

Just as the Black Water and the Golden Water were about to collide, Yuan Qingsu twisted her body. The originally imposing Black Dragon submerged like flowing water, avoiding the Golden Water, and once again rushed towards Shenlin Yuzi.

This is my practice journal. Could Miss Shenlin please review it? He handed his journal to the other party.