Chapter 1: Supernatural Powers

He removed the wooden plaque from his waist and handed it to the young man in front of the hall. The young man, with a gaze like lightning, glanced at it and signaled that he could enter

He was sailing on the lake in a small boat, as a gentle breeze blew, the original raging anger had dissipated

The hundred-meter tall building, shimmering with a bronze glow, is imposing and solemn, fully displaying the grandeur of the Duke's residence

Chu Li stared motionlessly at Zhao Ying's graceful silhouette, touched his burning left cheek, and activated the Great Round Mirror to suppress the fluctuations of his emotions

Zhuo Feiyang stared at him intently

Chu Li focused on practicing his swordsmanship, merely responding with a sound of "mm".

Chu Li ignored him and smiled at Zhao Ying while clasping his fists in greeting

When he left the training hall, his mind was already imprinted with thirty secret manuals, twenty-two notes on the cultivation of the Minor Meridian Cleansing Technique, one Broken Illusion Sword Manual, and seven insights on the cultivation of the Broken Illusion Sword.

He has a tall and slender figure, towering over Chu by a head, and looks down at him with his arms crossed: "Chu, what are you doing here?!"

Chu Li suddenly sheathed his sword and snorted, "Compare?"

A distinguished high-energy physics researcher, a promising academic achiever, a future great scientist, a minor mistake during an experiment led to an explosion, bringing him to this world, reincarnated to start anew

Zhuo Feiyang stared at him fiercely, his fists clenched tighter and tighter, as if he would strike at any moment. Chu Li, however, looked at him lazily, exuding a strong sense of provocation

Chu Li shook her head, bent down, and threw the carp back into the lake

It seems that he already knew the location of these books and could simply go over and take them out. In fact, it was his first time coming here, and he read the Minor Pulse Cleansing Technique in the library.

However, as a man, he needs a woman to protect him; as a man, it is truly intolerable

He straightened up, and a tall building came into his view

Chu Li nodded with a smile: "Not bad."

Before his eyes stood rows of bookshelves. He walked leisurely, occasionally stopping to pull out a book, quickly flipping through its pages before returning it and continuing on his way, then stopping again to take out another book and skim through it.

"According to your words, both the Third Miss and the Young Master are merely playthings, are you not?" Chu Li appeared to smile yet not smile, the West Garden belonged to the Young Master Xiao Tieying

Since he was assigned to the East Garden, he has spent most of his time at the library, hoping to change his fate through knowledge, rarely visiting the Martial Arts Hall

The guards and attendants of the national government are divided into nine ranks, with a tenfold difference in their wages

Chu Li raised his hand in a gesture of surrender: "Sister Zhao, come to the East Garden to play, the scenery is beautiful, and Brother Li's culinary skills are also excellent"

Chu Li turned his head and smiled, saying, "Sister Zhao, forget it"

He was panting heavily, his body feeling weak and limp. He leaned his sword against the ground to support himself, as the Broken Illusion Sword Technique was too physically demanding

From the age of 8 to 18, during the period of development, one should practice the foundational mental techniques to strengthen and toughen the meridians; otherwise, one may not withstand the impact of internal energy, which could pose a threat to life

Zhuo Feiyang took a deep breath, this guy is just too lucky, he unexpectedly entered the East Garden, the heavens are truly blind, I must teach him a good lesson

In front of the Hall of Martial Arts lies an expansive training ground, paved with red clay, where hundreds of individuals are practicing their skills, whether it be with swords, knives, fists, or palms, or engaging in mutual sparring, creating a lively and bustling atmosphere

... ...

Chu Li inhaled the faint fragrance she brought with her and smiled, "Sister Zhao, it has been a long time since we last met"

Zhao Ying hurriedly turned her head to look

Moreover, in his previous life, he was a high-energy physics researcher, and his understanding of the world far surpasses that of ordinary individuals

The Yiguo Duke's residence is a vast expanse of thousands of acres of lakes, with ninety-nine islands. The training hall he intends to visit is located eighteen miles away from the Eastern Garden

Li Yue shook his neck, stretched his legs, and his joints made a series of cracking sounds. He then swung his fists and began to practice, his punches like shooting stars, cutting through the air with a whooshing sound

Chu Li frowned: "Step aside, a good dog does not block the way"

Chu Li gently tilted her head, and Zhuo Feiyang's fingertips brushed against her cheek, allowing her to feel the gentle breeze; the force behind this hand was not light

"Senior Brother Chu!" Zhao Ying exclaimed.

This time I came to the Martial Arts Hall because I encountered problems while practicing the Minor Cleansing Meridian Technique. I would like to review the related secret manuals and training notes on the Minor Cleansing Meridian Technique

Chu Li smiled and said, "Dealing with a fool like you requires only a small trick!"

Zhuo Feiyang suddenly broke into a brilliant smile and raised his hand vigorously: "Sister Zhao!"

On the small boat, he had a medium build, dressed in a flowing blue robe. His appearance was ordinary, yet he exuded a certain heroic spirit as he gazed at the vast lake, his thoughts drifting far away

"Alright, let's not call him useless!" Zhuo Feiyang hurriedly smiled and glanced at Chu Li: "Even though he is indeed useless!"

The East Garden is directly under the jurisdiction of Miss Xiao Qi's Yu Qi Island, where only he and the two guards, Li Yue, enjoy a leisurely and carefree life, with the opportunity to meet Miss Xiao. Once they gain her favor, their rise to prominence is just around the corner

The sound of "bang! bang!" broke his reverie. He turned his head to see a shimmering golden carp jumping incessantly on the boat

Chu Li navigated the boat across the lake, with the lake breeze gently brushing against his face, refreshing and invigorating.

Chu Li's expression changed slightly. Zhao Ying entered the mansion at the same time as them. She was beautiful, kind, and gentle, the kind of woman that any man would find appealing.

In the distance, a graceful and beautiful young girl approached, her skin as white as snow, with almond-shaped eyes and willow-like brows, exuding a delicate charm, gentle as water

The pay for the guards is low, and the rank requires a long period of service: three years for the ninth rank, ten years for the eighth rank, twenty years for the seventh rank, forty years for the sixth rank, and seventy years for the fifth rank

Brother, stop practicing the sword and practice boxing with me instead! Li Yue's mouth was never idle

His palm was almost about to strike Chu Li's face, filled with confidence that Chu Li would not have time to evade. It seemed careless, yet he had channeled his internal energy, moving with astonishing speed

Chu Li gazed deeply at her and said: "Sister Zhao, some people may have a beautiful appearance, but it takes time to see a person's true character. Sister, do not easily trust others"

He entered the west chamber, took out a green-edged sword, and began to wield it in the center of the courtyard, moving slowly like in Tai Chi. In a moment, he broke into a layer of sweat, his forehead glistening.

Before the age of eighteen, he missed the foundation-building at the Qiuyesi Kushi Dazhi Duben Yuanjing, where he had grown up since childhood

Zhao Ying turned and left

Chu Li suddenly smiled and continued walking forward: "Zhuo Feiyang, I fell to the ground and screamed in agony. Do you believe that you won't be able to handle the consequences?"

On the island, there is only a small courtyard. Chu Li pushed open the door and entered the courtyard, where a cool breeze greeted him. A large tree shaded half of the courtyard, dispelling the heat.

Zhuo Feiyang, Po Wang Sword Technique

Zhuo Shixiong! Zhao Ying frowned, feeling that Zhuo Feiyang's words were unpleasant.

He swayed like a black bear, stretched lazily, yawned twice, and then spoke in a languid manner: "Brother, you are back so early?"

One should not practice internal martial arts; practicing a set of boxing techniques is sufficient for strengthening the body. Why practice swordsmanship!

A crisp and resounding sound of a slap echoed.

Donghuayuan is a small island with a perimeter of two li, divided into individual flower beds, each featuring a unique and rare flower, with the entire island enveloped in the fragrance of blossoms

Chu Li is an unranked guard, while Zhuo Feiyang is an eighth-rank protector. It is a grave taboo for a protector to lay hands on a guard. As he fell to the ground, screaming in agony, Zhuo Feiyang, no matter how talented, would still face severe punishment

Zhao Ying glared in dissatisfaction

Chu Li remained silent

The midday sun blazed as he sailed back to the East Garden

Shut up! Chu Li uttered two words, beads of sweat forming on his forehead.

If it were not for the wisdom of the Great Round Mirror, one would inevitably fall victim to Zhuo Feiyang's schemes

"What do you mean by that, Chu?" Zhuo Feiyang snorted

"Zhuo Shixiong! Chu Shixiong!" Zhao Ying said with dissatisfaction, "Can you two be quiet for a moment? ... Chu Shixiong, I will come over to play, you can go ahead and take care of your matters first."

Chu Li's expression remained unchanged, as if this slap had not landed on his own face

The pay is high, and one can frequently go out to perform tasks, leading a colorful and vibrant life, unlike the guards who can only stay in the residence to serve others. Anyone with a bit of ability becomes a bodyguard.

"I sincerely apologize, I truly did not mean to do that," Zhuo Feiyang gritted his teeth, his voice squeezed out between clenched jaws, and coldly said: "I trust that Junior Brother Chu will not take offense, will you, Junior Brother Chu?"

Hehe! The handsome young man chuckled and said, "Are you perhaps wanting to practice martial arts?"

Hmph, what is there to see!" Zhuo Feiyang scoffed, "It's just flowers and plants. With that time, it would be better to practice martial arts; indulging in trivialities leads to a loss of ambition!

This bronze high building is the Hall of Martial Arts

Chu Li disembarked from the boat and stepped onto the training ground. After walking just a few steps, a handsome young man suddenly appeared, his face like a jade crown, his eyebrows like swords, and his demeanor radiant.

Zhuo Feiyang glared at him with a sullen expression

In one hour, he flipped through twenty-two books

Zhuo Feiyang was busy trying to catch up. Just as he was about to leave, he suddenly reached out his hand while Zhao Ying was not paying attention

Zhuo Feiyang's handsome face flushed red, and he sneered repeatedly, deciding not to engage in a war of words with him

The Duke's Mansion of the Yiguo in the Great Season Dynasty

"Sister Zhao, it’s alright," Chu Li smiled and said, "There is no need to take offense at such arrogant fools."

He passed through the crowd in the training ground and entered the demonstration hall

Only when the two are in harmony can he ultimately cultivate the Great Wisdom Source Sutra and achieve the Great Perfect Mirror Wisdom Supernatural Power

With a strong spirit, he cultivates for a duration far exceeding that of ordinary individuals. Possessing divine abilities and keen insight, he progresses rapidly in the Minor Pulse Cleansing Technique, achieving foundation establishment in just five years

Chu Li smiled and touched her own face, saying, "What a remarkable skill, I admire it!"

From the age of eight to eighteen, once the meridians are set, even the most miraculous mental techniques will yield only half the results for double the effort, requiring several times more time to establish a solid foundation

The promotion of guards is solely based on martial skills, regardless of other factors. To ascend the ranks, one must break through the nine-tiered building, advancing one rank for each level conquered

In this world, martial arts flourish, and the practice of martial arts begins from a young age

Li Yue, a ninth-rank guard, along with another person, is responsible for the Eastern Garden. They have a good appetite, excel in culinary skills, possess strong martial arts, yet are afraid of death and do not dare to venture into the ninth-rank building, willingly serving as guards

"Zhao Ying walked over lightly, surprised, and said: 'Brother Chu?'"

"Alright," Zhao Ying said with a smile, "I have always wanted to go and take a look, the East Garden..."

Zhao Ying glanced at him apologetically, hurriedly pulling Zhuo Feiyang away; if they stayed any longer, the two would surely end up fighting!

In this world, martial prowess is revered, a concept deeply ingrained in one's heart from a young age. Zhao Ying is gentle and kind, openly and subtly protecting herself, which deeply moves him

Zhao Ying smiled and said: "Brother Chu, congratulations, the East Garden is a beautiful position"

He has an extraordinary memory, and the secret techniques he has seen are instantly imprinted in his mind. The sword technique he just learned from the Hall of Martial Arts is indeed astonishing in its power, but it is also extremely exhausting.

Hehe... with that sword of yours, you couldn't even kill a chicken. What are you practicing for?

The government guards prohibit private duels and do not allow mutual harm. The government guards are divided into two categories: the armed guards and the civil guards, both of which are especially forbidden from engaging in private duels. Those who violate this rule will face demotion for minor offenses and expulsion from the government for serious offenses

He strolled to the second floor, directly approached the third row of bookshelves, pulled out the "Broken Illusion Sword Manual" from the second shelf, flipped through it once, and then took out seven secret manuals, which were the insights on the cultivation of the "Broken Illusion Sword Manual"

The thirty secret manuals in my mind began to merge and connect with one another

Master Zhuo! Zhao Ying's face darkened.

Sister Zhao, don't pay attention to this useless person. I just mastered the Breaking Illusion Sword Technique yesterday. Shall we spar a bit?

The entire training hall was vividly present in his mind, with every row of bookshelves and the titles of each book clear and distinct.

Nineteen years, two months, and three days, it has already been nineteen years, two months, and three days

A robust young man with a round face and small eyes emerged from the main hall

Chu Li continued to walk forward

Chu Li slapped his own face with his left palm, producing a crisp and resonant sound. The force was not great, yet the noise was quite loud, and then he quickly withdrew his hand

Zhuo Feiyang stepped aside, his handsome face darkened: "Chu, you can only resort to these petty tricks!"

The essence is twice that of an ordinary person, and the spirit is exceptionally strong

Zhuo Feiyang frowned and said: "Those with the surname Chu, fine, truly shameless!"