First-time Experiencing Cultivation

[Ding! You have successfully learned Transcendent Heavenly Scripture!]

«Transcendent Heavenly Scripture»

«Rank: Divine»

«Mastery Level: 1»

«Description: Born from the chaos itself, Heaven's Secret Arts has nine Heavenly stages. Each state will unlock a new ability.»

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«First Scripture of Heavens— Empyreal Consumption»

«Rank: Divine»

«Mastery Level: 1»

«Description: Absorbs 5 Qi per second. Can only be activated when sitting in the lotus position, as the level of mastery increases the Qi absorption rate will also increase.» 

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Qi, the purest form of energy in this world, and the stark contrast it held with mana, the lowest form of energy used by people, fascinated Yuan. 

Through his comprehension of the book's words, he learned that people in this world were incapable of perceiving Qi in the air unless they possessed specific cultivation techniques. Without these techniques, Qi remained inaccessible.

"Unbelievably fascinating and enigmatic..." Yuan whispered, closing his eyes and assuming a lotus position on his bed.

[Host! I advise against cultivating on your bed as you might perspire a lot!] Nora's warning reached him before he began his cultivation, prompting Yuan to agree. He got up from the bed and settled himself on the floor, maintaining the lotus position. With a slow closing of his eyes, he initiated his cultivation.

"Ding."

<You have cultivated for the first time, unlocking Qi experience.>

<5 1000>

<10 1000>

<15 1000>

<20 1000>

"Fascinating! So this is what Qi feels like in reality," Yuan thought as he observed the Qi particles in the air. 

Every second he spent cultivating in the lotus position, his Qi experience increased by 5. Activating the Empyreal Consumption technique, his breathing naturally became calm and rhythmic, reminiscent of practicing yoga. It felt as though he had been breathing incorrectly his entire life and was now finally breathing correctly.

Within about four minutes, Yuan sensed an explosion within his body, followed by a gentle cold sensation that spread throughout him, inducing deep relaxation. It was akin to plunging into a cold pool of water on a hot, sunny day.

<You have successfully broken through your mortal shackles, becoming a Spirit Apprentice!>

<All stats +100>

"This is surprisingly easy; I just have to sit here and cultivate... And the feeling of cultivating in real life is incredible, like enjoying a warm bath," Yuan mused, recalling the delightful sensations he had experienced during his cultivation.

"Nora! Show me my status!" Yuan requested, and a transparent screen materialized in front of him, displaying his details.

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Name: Yuan Blank 

Age: 19 years 

Cultivation: First Level Spirit Apprentice 

Qi Experience: 180/1000 Qi

Legacy: None 

Bloodline: None 

Physique: Heaven Devouring Physique 

Physical Strength: 108

Mental Strength: 145

Soul Strength: 220

Physical Defense: 105

Mental Defense: 221

SP: 980

«System Inventory»

«System Shop» 

«Missions» [Currently None]

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[Congratulations on becoming a cultivator, Host.] Nora conveyed her message to Yuan within his mind.

"It's all because of you; if you hadn't chosen me as your host, I wouldn't have had a second chance in life, and you also helped me recover my sick mother, so you have my sincere gratitude, Nora," Yuan expressed his heartfelt appreciation.

[What are you saying? Stop thinking about it; it is destined for me to be by your side!] Nora responded in a relaxed manner.

Yuan could only smile wryly at Nora's reply. He then picked up the book from his bed and flipped to the page he had been reading. To his surprise, this time he could understand everything from the beginning to the end. 

The words were no longer gibberish but a coherent narrative, like a novel recounting a man's journey towards transcendence. As the story progressed, it became increasingly mysterious and profound.

Unaware of his surroundings, Yuan sat still, closed his eyes, and wore an expression of utmost serenity, as if he had entered a state of complete calmness.

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<Your comprehension of Transcendent Heavenly Scripture has greatly increased!>

Transcendent Heavenly Scripture's Mastery Level has been increased> (2↑)

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«Second Scriptures of Heavens— Empyreal Severing Sword Strike»

«Rank: Divine»

«Mastery Level:1»

«Description: Consumes 1000 Qi. The user must wield a sword to activate this ability. Create a pillar of light in the form of a sword that will destroy everything within its path.»

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When Yuan opened his eyes again, he stood up from his seat and walked over to the window. It was the first time since being reincarnated in this world that he had looked out the window.

"It's already getting dark...?" Yuan wondered how long he had been meditating. To him, it felt like only a few minutes had passed.

[From what I know, Host, it seems that you are in a state of enlightenment!] Nora informed him, observing the perplexed expression on Yuan's face.

"Enlightenment?... This phrase is quite familiar to me; practically every cultivation novel mentioned what I just went through as a state of enlightenment," Yuan said, recalling all the cultivation novels he had read back on Earth.

[That's right!] Nora nodded, confirming his understanding.

"Thinking back, I never imagined that I, Yuan, would one day experience the same enlightenment mentioned in those fantasy novels in real life... The feeling is indeed extraordinary!" Yuan muttered, amazed by his own journey.

[Would you mind telling me if you learned anything new during your enlightenment?] Nora inquired curiously, eager to know the nature of Yuan's enlightenment on his first day of cultivation.

"Ah, I see... Umm, it appears that I have progressed to the second stage of Transcendent Heavenly Scripture and have acquired the Empyreal Severing Sword Strike" Yuan revealed to Nora.

[Host, congratulations! That makes me very happy.] Nora congratulated him, genuinely delighted with Yuan's progress. She then added, [However, Host, your cultivation level is insufficient to use this technique; you must be at least in the warrior realm to employ this skill.]

Yuan nodded in understanding. "All I have to do is strengthen my cultivation base, and I'll be able to use it without a doubt." He was determined to improve his cultivation so that he could unleash the full potential of the Empyreal Severing Sword Strike. 

"Let's just stop here for the time being. Mom and Sis are probably worried about me right now. I should have a serious conversation with Mom about her condition and also purchase a technique for her," Yuan decided, realizing that the effect of the healing pill would only last for the day.

He promptly got up and made his way from his bedroom to the living room. As he entered, he noticed his sister Emma and his mother Lily engaged in a cheerful conversation, their smiles faintly visible.

"Yuan, what have you been doing in your room for so long?" Lily questioned as soon as she saw him, a hint of suspicion in her voice.

Why does he seem different now? Am I just imagining things? Lily wondered, feeling perplexed by the changed demeanor of her son.

"It's nothing; I was doing something important in there, so I was a little distracted!" Yuan lied, trying to brush off her concerns.

"Is that so?" Lily exclaimed, not entirely convinced.

'Something must have happened inside his room; I'll find out later!' Lily thought, her brow furrowing as she harbored doubts.

"Dear, is there something troubling you? You seem to have a lot on your mind, and it's unpleasant to see," Anna asked, her eyes filled with concern for her son.

'Sigh! It seems I can't hide anything from them, especially Mom! But I don't know how to begin this conversation... This is ridiculous!' Yuan sighed inwardly, feeling overwhelmed as he looked into his mother's concerned gaze.

Their expressions indicated that they didn't take him seriously, and at that moment, Yuan could only sigh. He then sat down in front of them and addressed them with determination.

"Mom, Big Sis, and Emma, as you are integral parts of our small family, what I'm about to tell you will revolutionize the way you perceive the world! The information I'm about to share will open up a new universe for you. But please remember, whatever I'm about to disclose must remain within these walls. If word gets out, we will be in danger!" Yuan began, emphasizing the importance of confidentiality.

As Yuan's family heard his statement, they all raised an eyebrow and turned to face him with bewildered expressions, their curiosity piqued as they wondered what he was about to reveal.

[Host! I advise starting this discussion somewhere else. You do realize that walls have ears? Just to be safe,] Nora cautioned him, giving him a timely warning.

"You're right, Nora. Thanks for the heads-up!" Yuan acknowledged her advice, aware that in a magical world, anything was possible at any time.

[You don't need to thank me; I'm your assistant!] Nora responded, content with her role.

"Mom, let's go to your room first, and then we'll continue from there," Yuan suggested, rising from the sofa and making his way towards Anna's bedroom.

"Alright, better safe than sorry! Let's go to my room, Lily and Emma!" Anna agreed, nodding to Yuan and addressing Lily and Emma. The two of them stood up, following Yuan and Anna into the bedroom.

Once inside, they closed the door, ensuring their conversation would remain private and shielded from prying ears.

"Yuan! Don't keep us waiting; just tell us! You've piqued our interest," Lily urged impatiently, eager to hear what Yuan had to share. Anna and Emma nodded in agreement, their curiosity fueling their anticipation.

"Alright! Let's begin with the pill I gave Mom earlier..." Yuan started, but before he could finish his thought, Lily interrupted him.

"Since you brought it up, I've never seen or heard of this particular medication, not even in the old books at the Mage Academy. Where did you get such a miraculous medicine, Yuan? I meant to ask earlier," Lily inquired, her interest piqued by the mysterious origins of the pill. Despite her extensive research in the historical medical records, she had found no mention of a remedy like the one Yuan had given her mother.

Yuan understood Lily's curiosity, as she had been searching for a cure for Anna's illness for a long time, to no avail. Witnessing the pill's remarkable effect had left Lily intrigued, prompting her to inquire about its history.

"Indeed, dear, I'd like to know where it came from as well. In my 45 years of life, I've come across many different types of healing potions. Some of them had a bitter or salty taste, but this was the first time I consumed a medication that started solid and melted on the tongue. Please tell us where you obtained this medicine," Anna requested, adding her own observation of the pill's unique qualities.

"Does such a medicine even exist?" Emma chimed in, having overheard their conversations and now curious to learn more.

"Certainly, Sister Emma. You should have been there with us when little Yuan gave Mom the pill; you would have been surprised by the outcome," Lily remarked, reminiscing about the moment of their mother's recovery.

"I'm sorry about that, Mom! But please, don't ask where I got it because I can't say anything about it right now," Yuan apologized, his gaze filled with regret. He couldn't reveal the truth, that he was a reincarnated person with a system assisting him in cultivation, providing him with knowledge and various benefits.

"It's alright, dear. Don't worry. Everyone, including myself, has some secrets. I have things I don't tell anyone... So don't be concerned about it," Anna comforted him, understanding his dilemma as a mother who knew her son well. Yuan nodded, appreciating her understanding.

"Hey, Nora! Is there a suitable cultivation method for Mom?" Yuan inquired, determined to teach his mother the ways of cultivation and aid her in fully recovering her health without wasting any time.

[There is a Divine-ranked technique that is ideal for Anna, but it is slightly more expensive than other Divine-ranked techniques. Will you purchase it?] Nora inquired after evaluating the technique.

"How much SP does it cost, Nora?" Yuan raised an eyebrow, slightly taken aback by Nora's mention of its expense.

[Not much—only 150 SP, Host!] Nora promptly replied.