Chapter 009: Three Days of Adaption, Intermission
Yu Tianlin tentatively answered: "Uncle Yu Jian, are you referring to the internal organs?"
Seeing that Yu Tianlin was able to answer so quickly with just a small hint, Yu Jian couldn't help but show a satisfied smile and said, "That's right, the internal organs."
"Gravity acts on every part of the body, and that naturally includes the muscles, blood vessels, and the five zang and six fu organs." (Note: Explanation below)
Watching Yu Tianlin's thoughtful expression, Yu Jian continued: "Under normal circumstances, no matter how much load you carry or how much volume you train, you can only strengthen your muscles. However, your own internal organs will not be significantly enhanced, remaining fragile. If this continues, it will eventually lead to external strength and internal weakness, leaving you with a huge vulnerability."
"But training using gravity is different. Gravity can affect the internal organs. This means the internal organs must constantly resist gravity, which acts as a form of exercise. The organs will become stronger and stronger while resisting gravity until, finally, one-time gravity has no effect at all—only then will this strengthening cease."
Yu Tianlin's eyes lit up, and he asked impatiently, "Uncle Yu Jian, I understand everything you said. So, what is our training schedule for today?"
"According to the Clan head's requirements, the morning will be dedicated to physical conditioning, and the afternoon will be combat practice," Yu Jian said. "Since the morning is purely physical training, I have sealed your Soul Power. I will naturally unseal it during the afternoon combat training."
"As for the content of the physical conditioning, it's nothing complicated; it's mainly running."
Running again? Hearing Yu Jian's arrangement, Yu Tianlin felt a little speechless. Is there no other way to train the body on the Douluo Continent? He remembered that in the original novel, his second uncle, Yu Xiaogang, also used running when conducting "demonic training" on the Shrek's Seven Devils.
Yu Jian continued: "However, there's no need to rush. In your current state, you'll probably collapse after a few minutes of running and won't be able to continue at all. So, I'll give you three days to get used to the gravity. Hehe, after three days, the demonic training will begin. Just wait and see how I put you through your paces."
With that, Yu Jian stopped paying attention to Yu Tianlin, sat cross-legged on the cushion next to the stone pillar, and continuously channeled his Soul Power into the pillar, maintaining the one-time gravity field.
Yu Tianlin also began to move within the gravity field, first trying to walk two steps, then hopping once. Even performing these slight movements caused Yu Tianlin's breathing to become slightly hurried.
Slowly does it, adapt bit by bit.
Moving step by step toward the wall of the Cultivation Chamber, Yu Tianlin leaned on the wall and slowly moved around.
Just like that, the morning passed. Yu Tianlin forced his heavy body to move mechanically, panting heavily, and feeling extremely exhausted.
Under the one-time gravity field, even walking at such a slow speed was no less taxing than sprinting under normal conditions.
"Alright, that's enough for this morning."
Suddenly, the faint yellowish-brown light enveloping the entire Cultivation Chamber dissipated, and Yu Jian, who had been sitting cross-legged by the stone pillar, stood up.
"Phew~ It's finally over..."
Yu Tianlin immediately felt his whole body lighten, and a floating sensation came over him. He couldn't help but let out a long sigh of relief.
"Given your current physical fitness, being able to walk slowly under one-time gravity without Soul Power for half a day is a decent achievement," Yu Jian said, walking toward Yu Tianlin. "I estimate you'll be able to walk normally tomorrow, jog slowly the day after, and then start proper training."
Yu Tianlin glanced sideways at Yu Jian, merely nodding in response without speaking. He was so tired right now that he didn't want to say a single word.
Yu Jian didn't mind. He walked up to Yu Tianlin, placed a hand on his shoulder, and withdrew the Soul Power that had been sealing his inner Soul Power.
"Ooh~"
With the Soul Power seal lifted, that familiar Soul Power once again surged throughout Yu Tianlin's body, chasing away the feeling of physical fatigue and making Yu Tianlin groan in comfort.
This was the first time Yu Tianlin felt that Soul Power was truly a wonderful thing. Even when he awakened his Martial soul, he hadn't felt this comfortable.
"Alright, go back and eat. Return to this Cultivation Chamber in two hours for the afternoon combat training."
After speaking, knowing that Yu Tianlin was currently exhausted, Yu Jian directly carried him out of the Cultivation Chamber and headed for the Patriarch's residence—which was Yu Tianlin's home.
"Xiaolin, you're back," Yu Rou noticed the movement as soon as they arrived home and poked her head out. Seeing Yu Jian, she said, "Yu Jian is here too; stay and have a meal."
"No, Young Madam," Yu Jian shook his head, declining Yu Rou's kind offer, and asked, "Young Madam, how are the essential medicated liquids for Clan disciples after training coming along?"
Yu Rou looked at the utterly exhausted Yu Tianlin being held by Yu Jian and showed a pained expression: "The liquid has been ready for a long time; it's in Xiaolin's room."
"My room is over there."
Yu Tianlin stretched out a hand to point toward his room. Yu Jian said no more and carried Yu Tianlin directly to his room.
Yu Jian pushed the door open. Seeing a large wooden barrel filled halfway with brown liquid inside the room, he confirmed it was correct and dropped Yu Tianlin onto the bed.
"You handle the rest yourself. Soak well in it. This medicated liquid was researched and summarized by our Clan's predecessors over a long time. Its main effects are to soothe muscles, stimulate blood circulation, and strengthen the core. It's suitable for use after intense exercise."
"Soaking for an hour or so will prevent you from feeling sore all over during the afternoon's combat training."
After speaking, Yu Jian turned and left, closing the door behind him.
Once Yu Jian left, Yu Tianlin climbed off his bed, quickly stripped off all his clothes, and jumped into the large wooden barrel.
Enveloped by the brown liquid, Yu Tianlin immediately felt warmth throughout his body, the hot sensation penetrating from the outside inward.
I didn't expect the liquid in the barrel to be warm; it must have been prepared recently.
Yu Tianlin lazily leaned against the side of the barrel, absentmindedly stirring the brown liquid inside. A faint medicinal aroma diffused into the air.
Smelling the medicine, Yu Tianlin's thoughts began to drift.
Speaking of which, shouldn't I find some time to properly study medicinal herbs, especially those Immortal herbs? Otherwise, even if I get a chance to go to Dugu Bo's Ice and Fire Yin Yang Well, I won't recognize any of them.
It wasn't until the medicated liquid in the large wooden barrel had completely cooled down that Yu Tianlin finally got up. He used the clear water from the two small wooden buckets next to the large one to rinse off the medicinal liquid, then changed into a clean set of clothes.
He twisted his neck and stretched forcefully. A series of cracking sounds immediately resonated from his bones.
The feeling of muscle soreness had subsided. After taking two deep breaths, Yu Tianlin felt refreshed.
"Grumble~"
Just then, Yu Tianlin's stomach rumbled.
"Time to eat first."
Yu Tianlin was genuinely hungry. He walked straight out of his room and headed toward the dining hall.
As soon as he entered the dining hall, a faint aroma assailed his nostrils, causing his stomach to rumble again.
Yu Rou, hearing the sound, turned to look at Yu Tianlin and smiled: "Xiaolin, I just finished cooking and was about to call you. It's even better that you came yourself. Eat while it's hot."
In fact, their household had chefs responsible for cooking, but it looked like Yu Rou had personally prepared the lunch this time.
The lunch made by his mother, Yu Rou, was generous. Besides the three snow-white steamed buns as the main dish, there was a plate of stir-fried meat and a dish of vegetables.
Although it didn't look like much, Yu Tianlin was only a six-year-old child, and this was enough for him to eat.
Yu Tianlin didn't stand on ceremony. He sat down in his spot and began eating ravenously.
Seeing Yu Tianlin devouring the food as if he hadn't eaten in days, Yu Rou couldn't help but show a look of concern and said gently, "Xiaolin, eat slowly, don't choke."
Yu Tianlin grunted twice but didn't slow down his pace of eating due to his mother's words. In a flash, he swept all the food on the table clean.
"Burp~"
Letting out a satisfied burp, Yu Tianlin felt completely refreshed.
After undergoing high-intensity training, there was nothing more satisfying than eating a full meal.
Yu Tianlin could almost feel his body rapidly absorbing the nutrients from the food.
Seeing that Yu Tianlin was finished, Yu Rou couldn't help but ask, "Xiaolin, was the training very hard?"
Yu Tianlin shook his head and said, "It wasn't too hard. It's just the adaptation period now; the formal training hasn't actually started."
"I understand these principles too. Only with stronger physical qualities can you bear more Spirit Power, which is beneficial for future cultivation," Yu Rou said. "Moreover, you have a match with Tianqing in four months. His Soul Ring will definitely be stronger than yours then. To compensate for that, high-intensity training now is essential."
Speaking of this, Yu Rou couldn't help but pinch Yu Tianlin's cheek and continued: "Although I understand the reasons, you are only six years old and so small. Having to work this hard every day makes Mom feel bad too."
"It's alright, Mom," Yu Tianlin smiled. "Don't worry, this won't defeat me. Uncle Yu Jian knows what he's doing. His training won't leave me with any lasting issues; it will just be very tiring. I can handle it."
Yu Rou also knew that as a disciple of a major sect and the Clan head's own grandson, these things were unavoidable; he had to shoulder the pressures that came with his status.
Just then, Yu Rou suddenly remembered something and said in an annoyed tone, "And your father, too! At such a crucial time, he just happens to be in seclusion and has no idea what's happening outside."
Yu Tianlin quickly said, "If all goes well, Father will break through to level 79 after this seclusion. So, let's not let him know about this for now. His cultivation is more important now; don't affect his breakthrough."
"Also, my big brother. He's currently studying at the Heaven Dou Royal Academy, and his studies are important. Don't tell him about my situation."
The fact that Yu Tianlin's first Soul Ring could be upgraded was currently only known to him and his grandfather. The problem wasn't that the Soul Ring was too poor; it was the opposite—it was too good.
But others didn't know this. Yu Tianlin didn't want his father and elder brother to worry too much about it. So, he thought it best to postpone telling them. Once his Soul Ring rank increased, they naturally wouldn't worry.
Hmm, I also need to discuss with Grandpa later and see if we can fabricate a reliable reason. I don't know the technique to hide a Soul Ring. Others aren't fools. Once my first Soul Ring turns purple, everyone will know there's a problem.
Hearing Yu Tianlin's words, Yu Rou was momentarily stunned. Looking at the serious expression on her son's tender face, she found him indescribably cute.
Yu Rou smiled, cupped Yu Tianlin's little face with both hands, and began rubbing it: "Which one of us is the adult? You're so young, yet you worry about so many things."
"Don't worry, Mom naturally knows these things. I won't tell them about you absorbing the wrong Soul Ring for now," Yu Rou said. "But once your father comes out of seclusion and Xiao Heng returns for break, they will naturally find out."
Dad won't be coming out of seclusion for a while, but he's an adult, so I don't need to worry. As for my elder brother, Yu Tianheng, he won't be back for another half a year when his break starts. By then, I will have already fought Yu Tianqing. As long as I win, I can get the Dragon Origin Fruit to supplement my Dragon Power. Coupled with the 100 year Spirit Ring that 'mutated' during absorption, my talent hasn't been wasted much, and my status in the clan won't change at all. Big Brother won't need to worry about me.
Thinking this, Yu Tianlin felt relieved and immediately felt his face being kneaded by his mother.
"Mom, stop kneading!" Yu Tianlin first grumbled in dissatisfaction, then asked, "How much time has passed since Uncle Yu Jian and I got back?"
"How long? Hmm, let me think. It's been almost an hour, I guess," Yu Rou rested her hands on her cheeks, calculated the time, and then asked Yu Tianlin, "What is it, Tianlin? Are you going to continue your afternoon training now?"
"Ah, then I'll rest a bit first." Hearing his mother say that less than an hour had passed, Yu Tianlin completely relaxed, leaned back against the chair, and said, "Uncle Yu Jian said we get two hours of rest at noon. It's still early, so I'll go over a little later."
Yu Rou waved her hand, signaling the servant beside her to clear the dishes from the table. She said, "Xiaolin, since you're so tired, you should go back to your room to rest. I'll have someone notify you after half an hour."
Hmm, that makes sense. Leaning against a chair back is not as comfortable as lying in bed. Although he didn't really want to move, Yu Tianlin slowly got up and leisurely walked toward his room.
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(Five Zang Organs, Also known as Yin Organs. responsible for producing and storing vital substances. They are; Heart, Liver, Spleen, Lung and Kidney)
(Six Fu Organs, also known as Yang Organs. transform and transport food and waste. They are; Gallbladder, Stomach, Small intestine, Large intestine, Urinary bladder and San Jiao.)
San Jiao (Triple Energizer): A unique Fu organ that has no direct Western anatomical equivalent. It is a functional system that regulates the movement of fluids, Qi, and warmth throughout the body.
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