The Time System

Outside the half-mountain villa in Liangzhou, Qin Changsheng was practicing martial arts leisurely in the front yard.

This was his favorite hobby in his previous life's later years. Thanks to martial arts, he lived to be nearly ninety despite his lifespan not exceeding a hundred.

He gazed at the fully risen sun and, at the age of twenty-two, decided to end his exercise and start his leisurely day.

Yes, at twenty-two, fresh out of college, he was already living a retired life. Both of his life began as orphans, but in his previous life, he worked tirelessly, still laboring at the age of sixty.

In this life, however, his unseen parents left him a substantial inheritance. Even after buying this villa, he had enough to live comfortably for a lifetime.

He had struggled too hard in his previous life, only relaxing in his old age, but by then, he was plagued by ailments.

In this life, he decided not to push himself so hard. Practicing martial arts, reading novels, playing games – wasn't that a good life?

Just then, a voice echoed in his mind.

[Select a suitable host for the Time System download!]

[Scanning host..]

[Host: Qin Changsheng

Age: 22

Cultivation: None

Martial Arts: Martial Arts (Novice+)

Time Points: 0

To cross into the first world, you need 1 Time Point]

After that, the system's voice disappeared, and no matter how much Qin Changsheng called out, it had no effect.

He could only see this interface in his mind.

"Is this the legendary system? It's a pity there's no system AI to provide explanations. I'll have to figure it out on my own. I wonder how to earn Time Points. And martial arts are considered a martial art?"

Qin Changsheng murmured to himself.

However, he didn't pay too much attention to the system for now. First, he decided to have breakfast and then contemplate.

Even with a system, one still had to live their life. The most important thing in life is to stay calm!

As time passed, after one day, the Time Points became 1.

Qin Changsheng mentally clicked on the "+" sign next to Martial Arts.

In his mind, he had countless repetitions of practicing Martial Arts.

[Host: Qin Changsheng.

Age: 22

Cultivation: Novice External Strength

Martial Arts: Martial Arts (Novice+)

Time Points: 0

]

One Time Point per day could be used to improve martial arts by adding points.

He also acquired the rank of Novice External Strength. Did this world indeed have such a cultivation system, or was it influenced by the novels he had read before? It was quite interesting!

Let's check online if there are any martial arts manuals to buy!

...

Two years later

[Host: Qin Changsheng

Age: 24

Cultivation: Peak External Strength

Martial Arts: Martial Arts (Transcendence), Basic Leg Techniques (Transcendence), Basic Sword Techniques (Transcendence), Basic Knife Techniques (Transcendence), Basic Spear Techniques (Transcendence), Basic Archery Techniques (Transcendence).

Time Points: 593

]

Qin Changsheng was still practicing martial arts in the morning, looking at his panel.

He was quite satisfied. Over the past two years, he had tried to search for martial techniques but had been unsuccessful.

He only found some basic martial arts, and there was no mention of any cultivation system in this world.

He had even seen ancient Qi cultivators in ancient texts but lacked detailed information.

Martial Arts required 1 Time Point for Novice, 5 for Intermediate, 10 for Advanced, 20 for Perfection, and 50 for Transcendence.

Other basic martial arts followed a similar pattern. Originally, he had Basic Boxing too, but it had merged with Martial Arts, and his ability to accumulate so many Time Points was because, starting from the second year, he gained 2 Time Points every day.

Additionally, he could accumulate some progress in martial arts through self-practice, reducing the consumption of Time Points.

However, he found that his progress was slow, and he wasn't sure if it was due to his aptitude or the nature of this world.

"Crossing into the first world requires 1 Time Point." Qin Changsheng muttered.

After two years, he felt it was time to explore another world. Despite entering a retired state, he had a strong desire for other worlds, fueled by his extensive reading of novels in both lifetimes.

The next day, on the first day of the third year, just as he expected, he received 3 Time Points. Excellent!

Then, he sat in a chair in the living room, spent 1 Time Point, and initiated the crossing.

[Crossing successful!]

Hearing the long-lost voice of the system, Qin Changsheng opened his eyes and looked around. It seemed like nothing had changed.

However, there was still a lot of information in his mind, but it didn't differ much from before the crossing.

This world is similar to the novel he read in his previous life.

He entered his room, opened his computer, and searched for history and news, but the results were limited. One unique thing he noticed was that there were many martial academies everywhere.

Martial arts were much more prosperous in this world than on Earth!

He glanced at his Mercedes-Benz, similar to the one in the main world, and smiled. Then he left, heading to the city center of Liangzhou and navigating to a martial academy.

Feiyang Martial Academy!

Qin Changsheng stepped inside and saw a reception desk.

"Sir, are you here to learn martial arts? We have many packages available – monthly, quarterly, and semi-annual. You can choose one," the receptionist greeted him.

Qin Changsheng smiled and said, "Yes, but I want to learn real martial arts."

"Master Lu, there's someone who wants to learn real martial arts!" the receptionist called out.

A middle-aged master who was instructing students came over and looked at Qin Changsheng carefully. "You want to learn real martial arts? Do you understand the rules?"

Qin Changsheng shook his head and said, "No!"

Master Lu Xin's expression turned cold. "Learning from our Feiyang Martial Academy can cost you high fees, and the rules are strict. Most importantly, we only accept hard-working disciples."

"Money is not a problem, and I'm not afraid of hard work. As for the rules, let's not talk about that for now. Do you have real martial arts in here?" Qin Changsheng asked.

Master Lu Xin became impatient.

"Ridiculous! In Liangzhou City, I'm a well-known figure! You, a young man like you, can't endure the hardships of martial arts training.

Just train with the regular students to improve your physical fitness!"

"In that case, I'll consider you to have real martial arts!" Qin Changsheng wasn't one to waste words.

He thought, 'I can try out his skills first before I'll know for sure.'

He pulls a kick with a martial arts move!

Master Lu tried to block with his fist, but he was a bit slow, and he was pushed back three steps.

No injuries, but his face turned red, this time out of embarrassment.

Master Lu Xin looked at Qin Changsheng deeply and said, "Impressive technique. With just one martial arts kick, you effortlessly overpowered me. Wait here, I'll go call the headmaster."

The other students in the martial academy had witnessed Qin Changsheng pushing back their master and were all staring at him in awe.

Qin Changsheng remained unfazed. He waited until Master Lu Xin returned with an older man dressed in traditional Chinese clothing.

"Meet Headmaster Lu, the principal of our martial academy," Master Lu Xin said.

The older man,

Headmaster Lu, looked Qin Changsheng up and down and said, "Are you a disciple of the Wudang Sect?"

"No," Qin Changsheng replied. "I've been practicing a family martial art. Lately, I felt there was no further progress, so I wanted to see if there were other martial arts I could learn."

Headmaster Lu sighed and said, "I see. Well, if you wish to learn our martial arts, you'll need to become my disciple. You'll have to follow our rules, which are quite strict."

Qin Changsheng shook his head and declined the offer. He didn't want to be tied down by strict rules.

Headmaster Lu continued, "However if you're not interested in becoming my disciple, I do have a one martial arts manual that can be sold to you for one million yuan. Consider it a favor to repay me."

Qin Changsheng agreed to the offer and transferred one million yuan to Headmaster Lu, receiving a handwritten manual in return.

The manual was titled "Nine Blossom Heart Technique (Novice+)."

After that, Headmaster Lu goes back to his office after making the deal.

Master Lu Xin took responsibility for escorting Qin Changsheng.

"Actually, the Headmaster had already planned to accept a disciple. If you agree, he will pass on the core skills to you. If you don't agree, he won't force it because the Headmaster's descendants also practice martial arts, and he doesn't want the core skills to be passed on to outsiders. I'm just a beginner myself. I happened to acquire the core technique early," Master Lu Xin explained.

Qin Changsheng inquired, "I see! That makes sense. Master Lu Xin, do you know any renowned figures in the martial arts world, like the top master in China?"

"The top master in China? Ye Nantian might be considered one," Master Lu Xin replied.

Qin Changsheng pondered for a moment and then asked, "Ye Nantian? Have you also heard of Lei Qianjue?"

"Ye Nantian is known as the God of War in the military, while Lei Qianjue belongs to the Tang Sect. They are both top-notch masters! Perhaps you've heard of their legendary battle in the past," Master Lu Xin explained.

Qin Changsheng nodded and said, "Indeed, I have. This truly piques my interest! Master Lu Xin, I bid you farewell."

Qin Changsheng gracefully entered his car, a faint smile gracing his lips as he contemplated, "Ye Nantian, Lei Qianjue! It's the resurgence of the urban cultivation novel I've read in my previous life! But Master Lu didn't mention Chen Beixuan. Could it be because King Chen Beixuan hasn't been reborn yet? With so many masters, I'm genuinely looking forward to it!"

Afterward, Qin Changsheng left the martial academy, and Master Lu Xin reminded him, "If you ever need help, feel free to contact me."

Qin Changsheng thanked him and left, pondering the names "Ye Nantian" and "Lei Qianjue," two formidable martial artists he had heard of in this world. His curiosity and excitement grew as he thought about the adventures that awaited him in this new world of martial arts.

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