The Hundred-Day Foundation Establishment Method records: At the onset of foundation establishment, the qi and blood boil like a cauldron, the body akin to a fetus, followed by the growth of bones and teeth, and the rebirth of flesh and bones.
Upon reaching completion in a hundred days, the body is like reborn!
Of course,
This is the effect during childhood.
From several years to over a decade old, at the time when one's mind is developed and the body grows rapidly, the Hundred-Day Foundation Establishment Method can enhance this process.
A person originally destined to reach a height of 1.67 meters, through the stimulation of great medicine and the transport of the Pile Technique, can grow to 1.89 meters, with a strong constitution.
However, once reaching adulthood, the effect sharply declines.
According to the Dharma Gate recorded in the book, practicing the Hundred-Day Foundation Establishment Method in one's twenties can, at most, cause a surge in qi and blood, dispel cold illnesses, alleviate pains, and slightly lay the foundation.
But now...
Fang Zheng could clearly feel his whole body hot and itchy, feeling as if he had ingested a Ten-Perfection Great Replenishing Pill, full of exuberant energy.
An indescribable heat emerged from nowhere, rampaging internally.
Qi and blood?
Qi and blood were not the blood flowing within blood vessels, but rather an indescribable entity, previously incomprehensible but now clearly perceptible to him.
He hurriedly executed the Pile Technique, manipulating the qi and blood according to the Dharma Gate.
After circulating twelve times, he couldn't help but widen his eyes in astonishment at the potency of the effect.
Yet, in the next moment, he understood that it wasn't the incredible effect of the great medicine nor his own extraordinary talent, but another reason.
Wrist pattern!
He lifted his arm to see the pattern formed by the bracelet moving slowly, at a discernible speed, like a living thing.
As the medicinal liquid dripped from his arm, the pattern immediately ceased its movement, and the rampant qi and blood within gradually dissipated.
Plunging his hand back into the medicinal bath, the qi and blood surged once more.
Obviously.
The pattern on his wrist enhanced the absorption of the medicine, allowing him, who seemingly had no potential, to awaken the potential typically only possessed by youth.
"There is actually such a benefit?"
With eyes flickering, Fang Zheng, though unaware of the underlying principle, knew he couldn't miss such an opportunity.
He immersed his arm back in the water, continuing to operate the Pile Technique, absorbing the medicinal power.
An hour later.
"Woosh..."
Fang Zheng stepped out of the bath barrel, picking up the cow heart nearby.
The heart was cooked; to maintain its medicinal value, it couldn't be fried or stir-fried, only steamed whole without any spices.
The surface of the steamed cow heart was a light red, with firm and elastic muscle, and pale white fat similar to lard.
Large enough to fit two adult fists.
"Hmm..."
Taking a deep breath, Fang Zheng took a bite.
He wasn't fond of animal organs, avoiding dishes like tripe soup or cold liver, and had never eaten cow heart before.
As for the taste...
"It's surprisingly not too bad."
Blinking, expecting it to be unpalatable, the taste was unexpectedly tolerable, though it couldn't be called delicious, more like gnawing on plain bread.
As the cow heart went down, his heart suddenly jumped.
"Thump!"
"Thump!"
"..."
The rapid pounding of his heart accelerated the circulation of qi and blood, intensifying the unused medicinal power, causing it to cycle violently under its influence.
It was as if a booster had been activated!
"Awesome!"
Fang Zheng clenched his fists, swinging them forward vigorously.
He wasn't particularly fond of sports, and outside of studies and music theory, lacked time for outdoor exercises, avoiding nearsightedness solely due to good genes.
At just over twenty, he already had symptoms of weakened qi and strength, often feeling lethargic and listless.
Now...
It was like returning to his youthful vigor, with boundless energy throughout his body, quickly recovering even after sweating profusely from random swings.
The spirit adheres to the essence.
With good physical health, naturally, the spirit was also lively, and since he couldn't sleep, he decided to take out the Thousand Character Classic and Written Records to learn a few more characters from the otherworld.
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Pre-dawn.
In front of the Pan She Martial Arts Hall.
The martial arts hall was near the marketplace, and breakfast stalls were already bustling with people.
Breakfasts similar to tofu pudding, along with large meat buns and salted vegetable slices, were staples for common folks.
The wood beneath the stove crackled, the fragrance of seasoned hot soup filled the air, and the simmering white steam enveloped the surroundings.
Voices of street vendors called out continuously, showcasing a lively scene.
Fang Zheng squatted beside the breakfast stall, holding two large meat buns, swallowing them whole, the stack of bowls beside him indicating his achievements.
"Brother."
Someone nearby exclaimed in amazement:
"What a big appetite!"
"Yes." Fang Zheng paused his hand movements and nodded awkwardly:
"I'm hungry."
It was likely due to the Foundation Establishment Method; the stomach activity increased, and in the morning it rumbled as if he hadn't eaten for days.
A few bowls of gruel went down, yet he couldn't fill his stomach.
"I can see that." The other person laughed out loud, and those around him followed with chuckles.
"By the way." Fang Zheng asked offhandedly:
"Brother, why is the martial arts hall closed?"
"What else could it be? Everyone inside was called out by the county government office to go out and fight the bandits." The other person shrugged:
"People in the martial arts hall know martial arts, and the government officials are short-handed, so of course, they need to be brought along. A few days ago, people from the Cyan Wolf Gang raided the execution ground, and the government office surely won't let it rest."
"Hey!" Someone whispered:
"It's just a case of dog bites dog."
"Don't say such things!"
"Watch your words."
Fang Zheng's brow furrowed slightly; the martial arts hall here didn't seem to have a good reputation among ordinary people.
What he didn't know was that the county government office mostly used unofficial personnel for tax collection, and the martial arts hall was somewhat like government strongmen, notorious for their misdeeds.
But even if he knew, he probably wouldn't care.
However...
They still had to assist the government office in fighting bandits?
The Cyan Wolf Gang wasn't like modern-day street thugs, but a bandit group capable of confronting the county town. Contact with them inevitably led to casualties.
Choosing to join a martial arts hall didn't seem like a good decision.
At least not now!
Martial arts in this world are divided into training methods and combat techniques; Foundation Establishment Method and Mountain Stabilizing Stance are training methods, which strengthen the body and increase power.
While combat techniques are about force manipulation and power exertion skills.
With the same strength, people who understand combat techniques are far stronger than those who don't move, and martial arts halls mainly teach combat techniques; training methods are not taught unless passed down as true teachings.
'Never mind!'
'I've just started foundation establishment, and I have to travel back and forth; time isn't so plentiful, so I can put the matter of practicing combat techniques on hold and wait until foundation establishment reaches perfection.'
'It's also to avoid getting involved between government offices and bandits.'
Shaking his head, Fang Zheng stood up:
"Boss, time to settle the bill!"
A meat bun cost two coins, a bowl of gruel one coin; shredded pickled vegetables were complimentary. Six bowls of gruel and thirteen buns totaled twenty-two coins.
Settling the account for twenty coins!
That's more than many people earn in a day.
Then he strolled around the street, bought some ancient specialties, jade artifacts, and ceramics, and after returning to his place, activated his ability to return to modern society.
Time passed.
In a flash,
A week had already gone by.
Modern society.
At the entrance of Seven Miles Square Porcelain, Fang Zheng lay on a rocking chair, his eyes slightly squinted as he took a nap, exuding an enviable sense of comfort and ease.
"Xiao Fang."
Not far away, Elder Lu spoke slowly:
"At your age, you should go out and venture; staying here every day isn't the way. Business relies on communication with peers."
"Elder Lu, I'm really busy." Fang Zheng sighed lightly:
"Don't be fooled by my current leisure; you haven't seen me when I'm busy. Besides, I'm not under pressure, so there's no need to work so hard."
"Heh..." Elder Lu chuckled:
"Indeed, I don't know where you found the connection, but you actually have a steady source of jade and jadeite, and their quality isn't bad either."
Fang Zheng smiled without speaking.
The source is naturally the Otherworld!
Every few days, he could acquire some jade artifacts; their value wasn't high but enough to sell for thousands, sufficient to support his family.
Sometimes he could even pick up a bargain.
Continue this way, and it'll be easy to become moderately wealthy.
"Boss, into fitness?"
At this moment, a tall lady approached, handing over a flyer.
"We've opened a new fitness club specifically for upper-class patrons; we're now running a promotion, offering two free fitness lessons."
She raised an eyebrow:
"The coaches are beauties!"
Fang Zheng casually accepted the flyer, first seeing a few scantily dressed beauties and the name Yu Xiang Fitness Center.
Yu Xiang?
This name is indeed uncommon.
"Are you serious about fitness here?"
"Of course!"
The woman seemed naturally confident.
"Then forget it." Fang Zheng shook his head, handing the flyer back.