Chapter One: The Six Sons of the He Family

Letting go of the obsessions in one's heart is truly too difficult for a child of his age

At that time, everyone had high hopes for his future, as this not only indicated He Yiming's considerable talent and diligent cultivation, but also that he had chosen the internal martial arts manual that corresponded to his inherent attributes, which was why he advanced so rapidly

The young man, still in a horse stance, listened intently, and after a moment, a hint of a cheerful smile appeared on his face

With a light shout from the young boy, another boy, slightly smaller than him, suddenly jumped out from behind a large tree

He Yiming began studying one of the core internal power techniques of the Jin system, the Hunyuan Jin, at the age of five. Initially, his progress was remarkable; by the time he turned six, just a year later, he had successfully advanced to the third level.

Just like the first and second generations of the He family, after reaching the seventh level of cultivation, which one did not spend over ten years, or even several decades, to make any progress

Suddenly, a faint "rustling" sound entered the young man's ears

Upon arriving here, He Yiming skillfully removed his clothes and began to wash them in the clear river water. After a moment, the mud on the clothes had been washed away. Although they were somewhat wrinkled, they were already in much better condition compared to before.

Glancing at the foot of the mountain, He Yiming was about to head down when he caught sight of the mud on the hem of his clothing. With a slight furrow of his brow, he contemplated for a moment before turning and running in another direction

He Yiming was taken aback, and the heart that was once as solid as a rock began to waver slightly

Although He Yiming chose the correct cultivation method on his first attempt, being stuck at a certain level for many years, switching to another cultivation method is not without its merits

The mountain is adorned with an endless expanse of towering trees, some of which are so large that several people are needed to encircle them. It is truly an ancient forest. However, despite its age, there are not many wild beasts that descend from the mountain to cause harm during this sweltering summer.

He Yi Ming's expression immediately darkened, showing no resemblance to that of a twelve-year-old child

Seeing that Liu Ge's expression was becoming increasingly unfavorable, He Yitao felt as if his heart were racing like a startled deer. Although he was two years younger than Liu Ge and they were not biological brothers, the two had always had a special bond since childhood. However, whenever He Yiming furrowed his brows, He Yitao would feel a sense of alarm. He forced a smile and said, "Liu Ge, I have a few matters to attend to, so I will head back first. You should return quickly as well"

In the subsequent three years, He Yiming advanced to a new level every one to two years, and by the age of nine, he had already reached the fifth level of the Hunyuan Force

As one of the legitimate sons of the He family, He Yiming and He Yitao both possess remarkable talents. Although these talents are not sufficient to make them stand out among the third generation of the family, they are certainly not inferior to those of others.

The internal strength techniques of the first three levels serve merely to strengthen the body and promote longevity.

In this moonlit night, a young boy is sitting calmly on a hillside, gazing peacefully ahead

"Yitao, come out."

These two young men are both third-generation descendants from Hejia Village at the foot of the mountain

In an instant, mud splashed everywhere, especially as the main culprit, He Yitao, swung his wrist, causing Xue Xue to cry out in pain

Oh dear

Of course, among the nine siblings in the family, only the eldest son and grandson have reached the seventh level, the second and third have reached the sixth level, while the remaining siblings are either hovering around the fifth or fourth level

This is not the sound of leaves falling in the wind, but rather the sound of someone or some animal approaching here with extremely light footsteps

Some individuals may need to select a second, third, or even more times. Of course, this also relates to each person's innate talent; if the talent is lacking, then the effectiveness is naturally diminished.

Certainly, the higher the level of cultivation, the greater the difficulty in achieving a breakthrough

At the dawn of the universe, the dual forces of Yin and Yang converged, giving rise to the heavens, the earth, and all things, boundless and infinite

As for the development beyond the third level, it will depend on an individual's talent, insight, and opportunities

On the other side of the mountain foot, there is a clear lake, which is also a place where the three generations of disciples from Hejia Village play.

With a gentle sigh, He Yiming slowly stood up. Under the illumination of the moonlight, his small frame exuded an indescribable sense of loneliness.

Although He Yiming's father and elders have repeatedly advised him and very seriously told him that if he cannot let go of the obsession in his heart, it is very likely that he will never be able to break through the current barriers in his cultivation throughout his life

Sixth Brother, if you truly do not sense any signs of promotion, perhaps you should try a different cultivation method; it might yield results.

To understand that internal skill manuals possess various attributes, if one can cultivate a manual corresponding to the main attribute of the human body, progress can naturally be rapid. However, if the chosen manual is inappropriate, it is very likely that nothing can be cultivated. For He Yiming to select an internal skill manual that corresponds to his body's attributes on the first attempt is undoubtedly an event of extreme good fortune.

Just as he was about to leave, a sudden flash of light appeared in the lake. He Yiming was momentarily taken aback, his eyes widening as he gazed at the dazzling light that had unexpectedly emerged from the water, unknowingly captivated by it...

After this, He Yiming encountered the cultivation barrier that everyone faces, and at this critical juncture, he was stuck for a full four years

For the average person, as long as they are not so foolish as to be nearly idiotic, or completely devoid of any talent, it is possible to reach the third level within five years

The duality of Yin and Yang traverses the space of the universe, condensing myriad laws, which is referred to as the return of all things to their origin

However, He Yiming, who stood before him, smiled slightly and casually extended both hands, gently pressing down on the powerful fists.

Knowing is one thing, but wanting to achieve it is another matter entirely

Maintaining this posture is an extremely exhausting task, yet the face of the young man on the hillside is remarkably composed, giving the impression that he is not squatting in a horse stance, but rather leisurely sitting on a chair.

He Yiming let out a bitter smile, shook his head, and said: "It's nothing, this is not your concern; it's my own issue"

This is the greatest secret within the internal skill manual. After reaching the third level, each advancement requires a certain opportunity. When luck is favorable, one may naturally break through and advance during practice, even without realizing it. Conversely, when luck is unfavorable, one may find oneself unable to make any progress for decades.

He Yiming shook his head slightly, noticing that he had also splattered some mud on himself, which made him feel even more frustrated

Although they are only eleven or twelve years old, they have already begun to receive the elite education designed by Zhuang Zhong for all young disciples

The night was very deep, and suddenly, countless stars appeared in the sky, shining brightly and twinkling freely

However, someone like He Yiming, who reached the fifth level at the age of nine and showed no signs of advancement in the following four years, is truly exceptional

He Yiming, although he understands this principle and knows that possessing the fifth level of strength at the age of thirteen makes him outstanding among his peers, even his second brother, Yi Hai, and third brother, Yi Xuan, only advanced to the sixth level at the age of seventeen. Moreover, he still has ample time to cultivate.

"Hmph, you haven't even broken through to the fifth level of internal energy, what else do you want to try?" He Yiming said discontentedly

He Yitao blinked his bright eyes and suddenly asked, "Sixth Brother, do you feel that the opportunity for a breakthrough has arrived?"

He Yiming nodded listlessly and waved his hand, prompting He Yitao to leave immediately like a monkey, while his tender voice echoed in He Yiming's ears

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He understood this principle long ago, but considering that he had practiced the Hunyuan Qi for so many years, and had managed to break through to the third level of this particularly suitable technique within a year, he was reluctant to give it up easily

He Yitao suddenly emerged from behind the large tree, quickly lowering his body and, with a powerful push from his legs, dashed towards He Yiming like a bolt of lightning. At the same time, he crossed his arms over his chest, using the momentum of his forward rush to strike out forcefully just as he was about to make contact with He Yiming

The children of the He family begin their training in the family's internal martial arts manuals at the age of five. All manuals, regardless of their attributes, are divided into ten levels.

He Yiming, the sixth among the three generations of descendants, is older and continues to practice diligently under the moonlight, never neglecting his studies. The younger one, He Yitao, ranks ninth.

Ninth brother, why are you using this trick again? This is the outfit I am going to change into tomorrow. If it gets dirty, I will have to wash it again

Sixth Brother, your hearing is truly remarkable; you have discovered it again

He gently tapped his own head, and He Yitao quickly grabbed Sixth Brother's hand, saying: "Sixth Brother, I was wrong; I shouldn't have asked."

"Hehe, Sixth Brother, I just want to give it another try." He Yitao shook his wrist again. Although his strength was considerable and his internal energy had reached a certain level, his physical development could not be compared to that of an adult. While he would not be injured from a direct confrontation, the short-term pain was inevitable.

He Yitao let out a scream, his body uncontrollably spinning halfway in the air, and then he crashed hard onto the ground.

Not everyone who practices internal martial arts can, like He Yiming, find a suitable cultivation method in one go

In these four years, two older brothers, an older sister, and a cousin in the family have all caught up with him, advancing to level 5. Even his younger sister and the cousin in front of him have reached level 4. Yet he remains stagnant, no matter how diligently he works, he is unable to make any progress.

Although only eleven years old, the power and speed of this sprint should not be underestimated

He Yitao stuck out his tongue; his advancement was methodical and steady, unlike Liu Ge, who had stood out among his brothers from a young age, being hailed as a genius capable of rivaling the eldest brother and even surpassing him. Therefore, he could not possibly understand He Yiming's current distress