Chapter 37: Training
After a brief chase, Zhu Zhuqing was surprised to discover that, without using their spirits, she and Dai Mubai were completely unable to match Shi Yi's speed. Not only she, but even Dai Mubai noticed this, his expression darkening.
He had always believed that his defeat to Shi Yi was solely due to his exceptional living spirit, but he had never imagined that Shi Yi's cultivation was even more impressive than his spirit.
A powerful white light suddenly erupted from Dai Mubai's body, and with a few leaps, he leaped a great distance, instantly surpassing Zhu Zhuqing.
Seeing this, Zhu Zhuqing watched Dai Mubai's retreating figure without comment. She had always been dissatisfied with his performance throughout her time at Shrek, but this period of training had slightly changed her opinion of him.
Shi Yi felt the powerful sound of breaking wind behind him, and a slight quirk of his lips twitched. "Using your spirit, how long can you last?"
Soon, Dai Mubai, in full pursuit, reached Shi Yi's rear. However, he found that, no matter how hard he tried, the tiny gap remained like a chasm, impossible to cross.
While spirit possession grants a spirit master powerful attributes, Dai Mubai's White Tiger wasn't particularly fast, and his power control was far behind Shi Yi's. These factors were crucial factors affecting their speed.
Shi Yi's years of hard work had paid off. To wield the Chaos Cloak effectively, power control was paramount. Only with precise application and unwavering precision could the power gradually build.
Theoretically, the Chaos Cloak's hammer technique had no upper limit, but as power accumulated, the immense force became exceedingly difficult to control. Mastering the Chaos Cloak to its ultimate state was considered mastery.
In this respect, even Tang San couldn't compare to him, for he was a pure power-based spirit master. The greater his power, the higher his limit in terms of control. And the greater his control over power, the more efficient his conversion of power into speed. With the same leap, Shi Yi could achieve greater power, less effort, and greater focus.
"Mr. Dai, you're so anxious. Do you have any questions for me?" Shi Yi's slightly amused voice reached Dai Mubai from the front, causing his expression to darken.
Seeing Dai Mubai's lack of response, Shi Yi grew slightly bored and quietly continued his training. As his spirit power steadily depleted, the distance between Dai Mubai and Shi Yi grew, and he soon returned to Zhu Zhuqing's side.
"There's a reason he's recognized by the master and the dean. Just keep training," Zhu Zhuqing said calmly to Dai Mubai.
Zhu Zhuqing's words seemed to sting Dai Mubai's pride, and his expression darkened. With a cold snort, he left the group and headed towards the village.
Zhu Zhuqing glanced at Dai Mubai's departing figure, an indescribable complexity flickering in her eyes. She couldn't help but ask herself, could such a person really help her change her fate?
Shi Yi was naturally unaware of these behind-the-scenes incidents. Feeling his body heating up, Shi Yi stopped and walked towards the Shrek cafeteria.
Soon, Shi Yi had a hearty breakfast. While he was eating, Yu Xiaogang said to Shi Yi, "Xiaoyi, you will join me for class later."
Shi Yi nodded casually, and the Shrek people looked at Shi Yi with relief. Yu Xiaogang's training had exhausted them physically and mentally during this period. In the Shrek people's opinion, Shi Yi would not give them any too demanding training. Only Tang San understood that if Shi Yi came to class, his training would be no easier than his own teacher's.
Half an hour later, the bell rang. It was time to assemble.
Yu Xiaogang stood with his hands behind his back, a relaxed Shi Yi standing beside him. Looking at the seven students before him, arranged by age, Yu Xiaogang said calmly, "Yesterday, Xiaoyi offered some suggestions for my training plan. I've decided to select one person for Xiaoyi to personally train. Is anyone willing to accept Xiaoyi's new training?"
Upon hearing about the new training, everyone on Shrek, except Tang San and Dai Mubai, raised their hands.
Shi Yi chuckled and said, "Don't raise your hands just yet. While my training will be more effective, it's also more rigorous than your teacher's. So, are you still willing to join me?"
Ning Rongrong, Oscar, Ma Hongjun, and Xiao Wu immediately lowered their hands upon hearing this.
Shi Yi observed the resolute expression on Zhu Zhuqing's face and nodded slightly, saying, "It seems Zhuqing is the only one willing to give me this favor."
"As long as I can become stronger, I'm willing to join," Zhu Zhuqing said calmly.
"Don't rush to agree. I have another question for you to consider. If you join my training, it will lead to the disappearance of the Nether White Tiger. Are you still willing to take that risk?" Shi Yi chuckled.
For a moment, everyone's expressions were mixed. Dai Mubai and Zhu Zhuqing's eyes were filled with shock, while Ning Rongrong's face was filled with amusement. The others were bewildered, unsure of what Shi Yi was talking about.
"I disagree!" Dai Mubai snapped. This was a matter of life and death, even though he knew his chances of winning were slim.
Shi Yi ignored Dai Mubai's words and simply looked at Zhu Zhuqing calmly.
Unsure whether to agree or not, Zhu Zhuqing asked Shi Yi, "Can you explain why?"
Shi Yi nodded and said, "Of course, you have a right to know. Zhuqing, as a member of the Zhu family, you understand the key to achieving a 1+1 greater than 2 effect with a spirit fusion technique."
Zhu Zhuqing answered without hesitation, "The compatibility of spirits and the spiritual connection between spirit masters."
Shi Yi chuckled, pointing at Dai Mubai, and said, "Do you think he can still connect with you in this state? You want to become stronger and change your destiny. If you accept my training, the situation will become even more serious. Do you understand?"
Zhu Zhuqing's face lit up with realization upon hearing this, and Tang San and Ning Rongrong also understood what Shi Yi meant.
"You..." Dai Mubai pointed at Shi Yi, looking timid but unable to utter a word.
"So you're prepared to take the risk and accept my training?" Shi Yi chuckled.
"Zhuqing..." Dai Mubai saw the indescribable complexity in Zhu Zhuqing's eyes, but deep down, he still hoped that Zhu Zhuqing would refuse Shi Yi.
Zhu Zhuqing glanced at Dai Mubai, a hint of complexity flashing in her beautiful eyes, but seeing Dai Mubai's timid appearance, her heart became firm. Then Zhu Zhuqing set her sights on Shi Yi, her expression full of determination, and said, "Can you really make me stronger than I am now?"
Shi Yi chuckled and nodded slightly, saying, "If the results of my training don't satisfy you, you can choose to withdraw at any time. I'm actually not very willing to be a teacher. After all, the dean doesn't even pay me."
Zhu Zhuqing nodded and said, "Okay, I'll participate." "
Zhu Qing...you..." Dai Mubai couldn't help but say.
Zhu Zhuqing looked at Dai Mubai seriously and said, "If you really want to change all this, you should practice hard. If you can't create a martial soul fusion skill with me because of some boring things, I won't accept your fate even if it's just one person."
Dai Mubai didn't say anything when he heard it, but just clenched his fists tightly.
"Okay, since you've made your choice, then follow me." Shi Yi nodded and whispered to Zhu Zhuqing.
Then Shi Yi headed towards his residence, and Zhu Zhuqing slowly followed.
Watching the two departing figures, Dai Mubai's eyes flashed with resentment, and the others also looked at the three people with different expressions.
"It's getting more and more interesting." Ning Rongrong thought to herself.
The two walked slowly side by side on the country road. Shi Yi looked at Zhu Zhuqing and said with some emotion: "In fact, sometimes, I think you two should switch identities. Who is the cat and who is the tiger? Sometimes it's not just about the martial spirit."
Zhu Zhuqing heard this and said sparingly: "Training."
Upon hearing this, Shi Yi smiled faintly and said, "Don't be impatient. As your teacher, I will ask you some questions first before considering your training program. I won't blindly ask you to run with weights like you did. While this will help you improve, it's not as targeted. During your practical training, have you noticed that those you can't beat remain unbeatable, while those you can beat are always defeated?"
Zhu Zhuqing nodded subconsciously. Indeed, she had been the most diligent during Shrek's training over the past few days, yet she could only defeat Ma Hongjun.
"That's not surprising, since you're all using the same training. You're improving as he's improving. So, for more advanced training, you should consider how to train to defeat those you can't defeat," Shi Yi chuckled.
"First, you need to set a goal for yourself and conduct targeted training. Take Xiao Wu, for example. Did you find it difficult to fight Xiao Wu? Xiao Wu not only possesses powerful close combat abilities and is much faster than you, but also possesses a charm that is the most difficult for lower-level spirit masters to resist."
"How should we do that?" Zhu Zhuqing asked calmly.
Shi Yi's face showed a hint of helplessness. "Don't worry, can you listen to my analysis?"
"..."
"As for the Agility Attack System, I can summarize it into two points: either fast or weird. Superior speed allows you to quickly close in on the enemy and achieve a fatal blow. Superior weirdness allows you to close in on the enemy without them noticing. The most representative examples are the Spirit Hall's Ghost Leopard and Ghostly Douluo. So, what you need to train isn't endurance, but speed."
As they spoke, the two had already arrived at Shi Yi's residence.
"If you want to gain speed, the simplest and most direct way is to train leg strength. That's why you couldn't catch up to me during training this morning; my leg strength is far greater than yours." Shi Yi said, pulling out his used Iron Essence weighted leg wraps from his spirit guide and tossing them in front of Zhu Zhuqing.
"Your training begins. Wear it for exercise. Start with walking, which requires minimal leg movement. You can even use it in daily life. Once you're used to it, work your way up to running, jumping, and high kicks, starting with small movements and building up to larger ones. Just like your teacher's training, keep adding rocks until you're exhausted. I'll also arrange the medicinal baths for you."
Zhu Zhuqing blushed at this, recalling the days of appearing naked in the tub. She whispered, "The medicinal baths..."
Shi Yi smiled and said, "Of course I'll arrange them. Of course, if you want me to do it myself, I don't mind."
"Get lost!" Zhu Zhuqing spat out calmly.
She looked at the iron weighted leggings lying on the ground, a flicker of doubt crossing her face. Could these simple leggings really help her improve? She picked them up, her expression changing. This humble piece of iron was surprisingly heavier than the basket of rocks she usually carried.
"I put a lot of thought into crafting this thing from my chaotic cloak. It's incredibly dense. It'll be enough for you to play with for a while now. In a few days, I'll also be purchasing some precious metals for some special training." Shi Yi chuckled.
Zhu Zhuqing watched Shi Yi as he used his modest strength to bind the iron leggings around her calves. Her legs felt incredibly heavy, no longer as light as they once were. Even lifting and walking was extremely difficult.
"Remember what I said. Take it step by step. Don't overdo it and cripple yourself. To increase your speed, you first need to build strength in your thighs and calves, then control that strength. Then, your breathing, posture, and proper cadence and stride length all affect your speed," Shi Yi instructed Zhu Zhuqing.
Zhu Zhuqing looked at Shi Yi and nodded seriously.
"Okay, you can begin now. Since this is a physical exercise, try not to use your soul power. I hope you can still stand tomorrow," Shi Yi joked.
Zhu Zhuqing couldn't help but glare at Shi Yi at his slightly ambiguous words, then began to move on her own.
Shi Yi watched as Zhu Zhuqing struggled to lift her foot, then slowly lowered it. The moment she did, she let out a long sigh.
"Sure enough, even lifting my foot is incredibly difficult without soul power," Zhu Zhuqing thought to herself.
After watching quietly for a moment, Shi Yi slowly left. He still had to visit Zhao Wuji. Zhu Zhuqing didn't need supervision, so a student like her was obviously much less of a concern.
Meanwhile, the rest of the Shrek team was training in combat under Yu Xiaogang's supervision. Soon, Shi Yi arrived at Zhao Wuji's room. Before he could knock, Zhao Wuji's voice echoed from inside.
"Come in, boy,"
Shi Yi said, smiling slowly.
Zhao Wuji looked at Shi Yi suspiciously and said, "You should be training that little kitty right now. Why are you here?"
"I still have something I didn't give you," Shi Yi said with a chuckle, raising his eyebrows.
Zhao Wuji's eyes lit up at this, and he asked, "What good stuff?"
Shi Yi pulled a pale purple immortal grass from his spirit guide. The top of the immortal grass, like a canopy, was actually a Ganoderma lucidum. The Ganoderma lucidum was purple throughout, with an emerald stem and nine leaves below.
"What is this?" Zhao Wuji asked Shi Yi.
Shi Yi chuckled and introduced, "Teacher Zhao, this ninth-grade purple Ganoderma lucidum, while not considered an immortal product, does strengthen the body and replenish vital energy, boosting Qi and increasing power. It will have significant benefits for your health. Consume it, and I guarantee you'll reach the titled realm."
Zhao Wuji looked at the ninth-grade purple Ganoderma lucidum suspiciously and said, "A title? You're kidding, aren't you?"
"Just consume it. You'll feel the effects soon. If you can't reach the titled realm in the future, I'll help you achieve it with my spirit bones," Shi Yi said helplessly.
In this era, no one had a concrete concept of immortal products, otherwise Tang San wouldn't have gotten such a good deal.
Seeing Shi Yi's serious expression, Zhao Wuji took it and put it into his mouth, chewing it a few times before swallowing it.
"Ganoderma lucidum is warm in nature, but this ninth-grade purple ganoderma is also one of the best. You should practice for a while to neutralize the medicinal effects."
Zhao Wuji nodded, gathered his thoughts, and sat down by the window, quietly practicing.
Seeing this, Shi Yi slowly left. After leaving Zhao Wuji's room, Shi Yi pondered for a moment, sighed slightly, shook his head, and headed towards Soto City.
Since he had given Zhao Wuji this ninth-grade purple ganoderma, Shi Yi would certainly not forget Yu Xiaogang, but after some consideration, Shi Yi decided not to give it to him.
Zhao Wuji might gain a level of power after absorbing the ninth-grade purple ganoderma, but it wouldn't be much, or even no increase in spirit power at all. Immortal-grade ganoderma was different. If Tang San noticed anything, it would only cause trouble.
Before he had absolute strength, the existence of such a bug in the immortal product could not be exposed. At worst, when he had achieved success in cultivation, he could use the medicinal power of the immortal product to help Yu Xiaogang open his meridians.
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