The Transmigrator's Cultivation Arc 17: Hengwu Small World | Chapter 325: Yun Tiangang's Thoughts

Arc 17: Hengwu Small World | Chapter 325: Yun Tiangang's Thoughts

At this point, a year had pa.s.sed, and everyone in the Yunjia Village knew that a wandering pharmacist had come to the estate. Not only could he resolve the issue of Yun Tianheng’s inability to harness his energy, but he also became the personal pharmacist of the eldest son, Yun Tiangang, whose status gradually rose.

This pharmacist had a gentle disposition, and during his leisure time, if anyone in the village had an ailment that was difficult to treat, they only needed to seek him out, and he would provide care. Over time, the villagers developed a great respect for him.

After the famous doctor examined the medicines used by Yun Tiangang, although he found no issues, he could not discern the underlying intricacies. Ashamed, he suppressed his previous feelings of jealousy and dissatisfaction, retreating further into seclusion to study pharmacology with greater diligence.

Yun Zhenhai and his wife, Meng Qingxiao, lived in the inner courtyard, so they checked in on their son daily. Although Yun Zhen Shan and his son lived a bit further away, they often came to visit.

This morning, while Xu Ziqing was performing energy exercises for Yun Tiangang, the four of them happened to meet outside the door. They chose not to disturb him and waited until the treatment was finished before entering.

Yun Zhenhai and his wife looked at their beloved son and both smiled, “Tiangang’s complexion has improved greatly; thanks to you, Pharmacist Xu.”

Initially, they held only a third of a hope, but after seeing their son genuinely getting better over these days, they felt deeply grateful to the pharmacist.

Xu Ziqing smiled and replied, “This is merely the duty of a healer; you need not be so formal.” He glanced at Yun Tiangang again, his gaze softening. “Moreover, I feel a connection with Tiangang; if I can help him recover to his former self, that would fulfill my heart’s desire.”

In addition to his physical vitality gradually restoring, he often used his spiritual sense to stimulate his Shixiong’s primordial spirit. The circulation of spiritual energy within the body further accelerated the recovery of the primordial spirit compared to when it was self-repairing.

Now, just a year had pa.s.sed, and surprisingly, three or two of the injuries had already healed. At this rate, it seemed that in ten years, he would be fully recovered.

Yun Zhenhai and the others couldn’t help but marvel. The pharmacist came to the Yun family estate because of Yun Tianheng, and not only did Yun Tianheng benefit, but he also devoted himself to helping Yun Tiangang—a truly rare occurrence.

Only Yun Tianheng silently thought: This is not for my sake; the senior clearly came for my cousin Tiangang. I’ve merely become an excuse.

However, after all this time, he also felt his own vitality rejuvenating. Occasionally, he experienced some tingling in his meridians, which was a sign of improvement.

These signs rea.s.sured Yun Tianheng, and he felt much better compared to his previous state of despair.

Xu Ziqing then called out, “Tianheng, come here; let me check your pulse.”

Yun Tianheng naturally felt delighted and hurried over, “Yes, Senior.”

Xu Ziqing examined him and noted that thanks to the medication, the meridians had widened significantly. Although the atrophied areas still showed signs of decline, there were signs of revival. It seemed that it was indeed time. And his Shixiong’s physical body… was not so easily on the verge of collapse anymore.

Xu Ziqing released his hands and said, “At this point, Tianheng can begin to learn my cultivation methods. I also intend to teach Tiangang some training techniques; while they may not be extremely powerful, they will strengthen the body and, combined with the energy transmission, will help him recover more quickly. How do you all feel about this?”

Upon hearing this, Yun Zhenshan let out a breath of relief. He initially thought that this pharmacist was solely focused on treating his nephew, forgetting about the teaching aspect. Now, upon hearing this, he realized he had misunderstood and immediately said, “Naturally, we will heed the pharmacist’s instructions. Having the pharmacist guide Tianheng is indeed a blessing for him.”

Yun Zhenhai and his wife exchanged glances and made up their minds, “Since we are entrusting Tiangang to the pharmacist, we will follow his wishes in everything!”

Thus, it was decided.

At this moment, Yun Tiangang’s body had already adapted to the tingling sensation brought by the wood energy. He looked at the few people before his bed and called out, “Father, Mother,” then nodded slightly at Yun Zhenshan and his son.

The elders were pleased to see this.

Yun Zhenhai said, “My son Tiangang, did you hear what Pharmacist Xu said just now?”

Yun Tiangang replied, “I will learn from him.”

Yun Zhenhai felt a mix of emotions, “The pharmacist treats you this way; you should respect him properly.”

Yun Tiangang’s expression remained unchanged, and he nodded slightly.

Furthermore, Yun Tianheng had rarely met Yun Tiangang before, but during this past year, they had seen quite a bit of each other, and he held a great admiration for him. If Yun Tianheng had been born this weak, he would have suffered immensely and would not have been as calm as his cousin Tiangang, nor would he have possessed such poise.

Now that he saw Yun Tiangang was going to practice with him, he wanted to get closer and quickly said, “Cousin Tiangang, I hope you will guide me in the future.”

Yun Tiangang also nodded slightly.

After their conversation, everyone dispersed.

By the time evening arrived and the scorching sun dipped behind the mountains, Xu Ziqing took Yun Tiangang outside, and Yun Tianheng had hurried over as well.

Yun Zhenhai and the others knew that all cultivation methods were secrets not to be disclosed, so they did not come to watch.

Xu Ziqing stood before the two of them and took a moment to a.s.sess them.

Although Yun Tiangang was frail, he was not short; his back was straight, and his expression was calm, giving off an aura of righteous solitude.

Yun Tianheng also stood tall, his chest out, with an expectant look and bright eyes that radiated the spirit of a child.

The two had different temperaments. Xu Ziqing admired Yun Tianheng, while seeing Yun Tiangang reminded him that his Shixiong truly was extraordinary, even with his primordial spirit heavily injured and memories sealed—he was still distinct from others. Despite his weak body, he faintly exuded a sense of the past vigor.

After observing them, Xu Ziqing said, “I will take you both to a secluded place, but you must not tell anyone. Can you both do that?”

Yun Tianheng immediately replied, “Of course, we can.”

Yun Tiangang glanced at him but did not speak.

Xu Ziqing smiled slightly. He understood his Shixiong well and knew the implication behind Yun Tiangang’s silence.

The details of this moment were no different from before.

He then stepped forward, half-embraced Yun Tiangang, and with his other hand grasped Yun Tianheng’s wrist. Suddenly, a hazy green light enveloped them.

In the next moment, a sphere of light rose from the ground and vanished into the air.

Yun Tianheng felt a rush of wind by his ear, and after a brief lightness, he could no longer sense his own existence.

Soon, he found his feet back on solid ground, only to realize he was standing on a desolate mountain.

In front of him, the figure in green was half-embracing his cousin Tiangang; while the proximity felt quite natural, there was an inexplicable oddity between them.

Yet he couldn’t pinpoint what was strange about it.

Quickly, Xu Ziqing released Yun Tiangang, and upon doing so, he noticed just how much the physiques of Yun Tiangang and his Shixiong differed.

Thinking of his Shixiong’s robust physique, which was like that of a celestial being, he couldn’t help but feel a twinge of bitterness.

Though it was merely a mortal body, and although his Shixiong’s primordial spirit had yet to awaken…

He heard Yun Tiangang say, “No need to overthink it; just teach me.”

This statement stunned Xu Ziqing for a moment; he momentarily thought his Shixiong had already regained consciousness. However, after carefully examining Yun Tiangang’s expression, he realized that was not the case. He sighed and said gently, “Please wait a moment. I will pa.s.s the techniques to Tianheng first, and then I will focus on teaching you.”

Yun Tiangang furrowed his brows slightly at this.

This person had been very attentive to him over the past year; he should have respected him as an elder, yet for some reason, he was unwilling to do so.

Moreover, the tone he had used earlier was indeed a bit disrespectful, yet when he spoke, it felt quite normal, as if it were only natural.

In his eleven years of life, he had generally not desired to meet strangers, but upon seeing this person, he felt a sense of warmth and familiarity.

…He actually wanted to get closer.

What’s more, this person was clearly older than him, yet he felt it should be himself protecting him.

After pondering this, Yun Tiangang felt quite perplexed.

If he said he had seen this person before, he clearly had no recollection of it.

Could it be… from a previous life?

However, matters of past lives should be nothing more than baseless tales.

With the affairs of this life still unfinished, why should he pursue the narratives of a previous life?

Such illusions, if one blindly chased after them without considering the present life, would only lead to a loss of heart and purpose.

After thinking this through, Yun Tiangang stood still under the moonlight, his aura cold and solemn.

In his gaze, there was neither fear nor dread and around him, it seemed that a kind of imposing presence gradually emerged.

Meanwhile, Xu Ziqing said goodbye to Yun Tiangang and approached Yun Tianheng, saying, “Today I will teach you first. Are you ready?”

Yun Tianheng straightened his expression and replied, “Please teach me, senior!”

Xu Ziqing was somewhat satisfied.

Yun Tianheng had both wood and earth spiritual roots, with the wood being coa.r.s.e and the earth fine, which was just right for cultivating his techniques.

However, the “Ten Thousand Woods Great Heart Planting Technique” required a single wood spiritual root to succeed, so Yun Tianheng could not learn it.

Over the past year, during his free time, Xu Ziqing had been contemplating the techniques. Since he was determined to teach Yun Tianheng, he could not treat it lightly to avoid an unstable foundation, which would be detrimental to him in the future. Once Yun Tianheng achieved success and remained steadfast in his heart, he would surely become one of Xu Ziqing’s direct disciples.

With these thoughts in mind, Xu Ziqing became even more careful.

The “Ten Thousand Woods Great Heart Planting Technique” was a legendary technique; the deeper one practiced, the more derivative chapters one could obtain.

Among them were several wood-based techniques. Though their mysteries were less profound, as a method for someone just entering the path of cultivation, it surpa.s.sed others by far.

After careful selection, Xu Ziqing chose a technique called the “Wood Spirit Method.”

This method was a foundational practice that could be cultivated all the way to the Core Formation stage.

Once mastered, deeper practice would lead to the “Ten Thousand Woods Transformation Art.” However, this transformation did not occur within the dantian; instead, it required the pract.i.tioner to stimulate it themselves and cultivate it with other methods for self-defense. If the pract.i.tioner had sufficient apt.i.tude, they could also learn the “Ten Thousand Woods Transforming Dragon Art.” It could be said that all kinds of techniques and methods were encompa.s.sed within.

Xu Ziqing was indeed very dedicated to Yun Tianheng.

Yun Tianheng did not know he was about to embark on the path of cultivation, and Xu Ziqing, to test his character, did not explain in detail.

If his heart remained unchanged, he would explain everything to him when he achieved success in the future. If his heart did not succeed… then Xu Ziqing would have to sever his path to immortality, allowing him to only cultivate a realm comparable to the mortal realm’s tenth level.

After transmitting the technique to Yun Tianheng, Xu Ziqing sent his true essence into his body, guiding it through a complete cycle before asking, “Do you understand?”

Yun Tianheng’s expression was resolute: “Please rest a.s.sured, senior.”

Xu Ziqing nodded and walked away.

At this moment, the sky had darkened, and under the cold moonlight, Yun Tiangang remained motionless, seemingly without joy or sorrow.

This scene made it seem as if he had frozen all seven emotions.

However, when Xu Ziqing approached, Yun Tiangang opened his eyes.

Upon opening his eyes, he seemed to exude an increased sense of vitality.

Xu Ziqing walked over, his palm glowing slightly, revealing a long sword. He gently raised it and flicked his fingers, making it emit a soft hum. “Tiangang, do you know what this is?”

Translator: Lynn

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