The Wind Element Body Tempering Technique

In an instant, Zhou Zhe felt as if the world had been put on pause.

His breathing stopped, his heartbeat ceased, and everything around him became still, with only his thoughts continuing to flow.

The notebook seemed to be held in mid-air by an invisible hand, flipped open to the first page, where blue-black text shimmered with fluorescence.

[Name: Zhou Zhe]
[Talents: Absolute Comprehension; Self-Configuration]
[Skills: None]

This notebook...

Wasn't this the one he had just used?

To be honest, Zhou Zhe couldn't even remember when he had bought this notebook.

"Could this be my cheat system?"

Having read many novels, Zhou Zhe's mind immediately conjured this thought.

That "Absolute Comprehension" in the talent section...

It was probably something like a talent cheat or a "Martial God cheat" from novels and anime!

Being able to learn and master any skill instantly?

Although the second talent, "Self-Configuration," was quite eye-catching, it was clearly not as attention-grabbing as "Absolute Comprehension."

There was a matter of priority, so Zhou Zhe decided to analyze and understand his own talents one by one.

However...

The skill section showed "None." Why was that?

Zhou Zhe felt he had learned quite a few skills since he was young.

"Wait, did Assistant Zhuang see it too?"

Zhou Zhe's gaze fell upon the notebook, and the moment he had this thought, time seemed to resume its flow.

"Hello, please follow me."

Assistant Zhuang, standing beside him, kept his eyes straight ahead, seemingly oblivious to the bizarre notebook right in front of him.

Just as Zhou Zhe was about to discreetly hide the notebook, the thought itself caused the notebook to suddenly transform into a stream of black and blue light and dive into his forehead.

"Okay!"

With someone around, it wasn't convenient to study the strange notebook. Zhou Zhe touched his forehead and quickly followed Assistant Zhuang, his mind racing.

What was the difference between the Swift Wind Pavilion and other gyms?

Was it simply more complete facilities and higher technological content?

Of course not!

At the Swift Wind Pavilion, one could come into contact with extraordinary powers!

Passing through the indoor artificial pond and dining restaurant, Zhou Zhe was led by Assistant Zhuang to his personal training room.

Inside the training room, a man in a black training uniform stood with his eyes slightly closed, as if he had been waiting for a long time.

"You're here... Then, let's begin."

The man opened his eyes and said indifferently.

After speaking, the man in the training uniform handed Zhou Zhe a book with a blue cover.

The book was thin, only a dozen pages.

Assistant Zhuang, having completed his task, left the room without a sound.

Only the two of them remained in the room.

The man sized Zhou Zhe up and said in a loud voice, "My name is Li Shanhe, and I am your introductory coach."

"The 'Wind Element Body Tempering Technique' is not a creation of Earth civilization, and it is completely different from those so-called martial arts, superpowers, battle qi, internal energy, true qi, or qigong!"

He spoke clearly and decisively, as if stating objective facts: "The original Earth was a magic-less planet, with no spiritual energy, elements, magic power, or chakra that could be utilized by human cells."

"Anyone who claims to be a psychic or a qigong master is a fraud!"

"But..."

"Two months ago, 'that person' said—extraordinary beings are permitted."

"And so, Earth gained extraordinary powers."

"This world is already completely different from before!"

"As the name suggests, the 'Wind Element Body Tempering Technique' uses wind elements to temper the body, enhancing your physique, strength, agility, and endurance."

"Without further ado, the first step is preparation."

Saying this, Li Shanhe glanced meaningfully at the black sword-and-shield brand on Zhou Zhe's wrist and said word by word, "You must thoroughly absorb this book, from beginning to end, understand it completely."

Hearing this, Zhou Zhe nodded and, under Li Shanhe's guidance, began to read, think about, and understand the booklet in his hands.

Two hours and fifteen minutes later, the process finally concluded.

Under Li Shanhe's guidance, the two began a question-and-answer session, identifying and filling gaps in knowledge.

Finally, Li Shanhe confirmed that Zhou Zhe had completely grasped the theoretical knowledge of the Wind Element Body Tempering Technique.

"Your intelligence is above average, and your memory is quite remarkable. You can start practicing now."

"Remember, don't get arrogant."

Li Shanhe glanced at Zhou Zhe and said, "Easier said than done."

"Just reaching the introductory stage will stump many people."

"As far as I know, there are at least 300,000 people nationwide practicing the Wind Element Body Tempering Technique, but fewer than 800 have successfully reached the introductory stage."

"Your time... is too short!"

A bucket of cold water was thrown at him, but Zhou Zhe showed no reaction.

He knew Li Shanhe meant no harm.

After obtaining the mysterious notebook, Zhou Zhe's brain seemed to have undergone some changes.

In Zhou Zhe's perception, Li Shanhe's emotions were pity, sympathy, and sorrow, but not malice at all.

Li Shanhe said this only because he wanted Zhou Zhe to give up his futile struggles and enjoy his last seven days of life. "Thank you for your good intentions."

Zhou Zhe shook his head. "But I've decided to continue practicing."

"You... do as you please." Li Shanhe gave Zhou Zhe a deep look, then sat down on the spot and formed a hand seal.

His breathing became deep and long, continuous, as if entering a magical state, with swirling air currents around him.

Zhou Zhe imitated him, striking a peculiar hand seal posture, sitting down, closing his eyes, clearing his mind, and beginning to cultivate according to the methods in the Wind Element Body Tempering Technique.

Almost instantly, Zhou Zhe felt the entire world undergo a seismic shift!

Emerald light emerged from the darkness, condensing into an invisible vortex.

With a mere thought, endless wind elements, like prodigal sons returning home, surged into Zhou Zhe's body.

"Hmm?"

Li Shanhe, sitting beside Zhou Zhe, suddenly opened his eyes, a look of disbelief on his face.

He was also someone who had successfully cultivated the Wind Element Body Tempering Technique.

He immediately sensed the changes in Zhou Zhe.

"This... is simply incredible!"

He had always known that elemental affinity varied from person to person, but he never expected someone's talent to reach this level!

If his cultivation talent was 1, then Zhou Zhe's might be 100?!

What were the people below doing?

Why hadn't such a genius been reported directly to the capital headquarters?

Li Shanhe's expression was exceptionally complex.

Zhou Zhe was indifferent to others' thoughts; he focused on his cultivation, immersed in the world of elements.

Skin, muscles, bones, meridians, blood vessels, nerves, internal organs, cells...

Everything was being rapidly strengthened. Blockages in his body were quickly cleared.

Suddenly, Zhou Zhe stood up abruptly, opening his eyes.

He felt something blocking his chest, coughed dryly, and spat out a mass of dark, foul matter.

Seeing this, the man practicing martial arts widened his eyes, his face filled with disbelief.

This was a phenomenon that occurred only when the first level of the Wind Element Body Tempering Technique was cultivated to perfection!

Expelling internal impurities, repairing hidden injuries, purifying the body, and solidifying the foundation!

He had spent over a month without reaching this stage...

And Zhou Zhe?

He had caught up in the blink of an eye!

Could the gap in talent between people really be this vast?

Although he had been mentally prepared, Li Shanhe still felt a sense of loss.

"A genius, an absolute genius!"

Li Shanhe looked at Zhou Zhe nearby, instinctively took two steps back, his expression lost, and spoke in a dazed voice.

"I can't teach you anymore."

"Your level has surpassed mine!"

"I will report your situation to the higher-ups, and more qualified coaches will come to provide targeted training."

After saying this, Li Shanhe left the room in a daze.

Zhou Zhe didn't stop him. For one, talent was something that couldn't be hidden. For another, there was no need.

Although the Swift Wind Pavilion had only been around for less than two months, it had already become a powerful force.

Seven days later, Zhou Zhe was scheduled to enter the Cosmic Arena to battle genuine alien gladiators.

He was willing to leverage any external force to improve himself.

Playing the fool to hide his strength?

Forget it!

Surviving is the only thing that matters!

Once you're dead, you're nothing!

At a time like this, the more talent he displayed, the more assistance and resources he would receive!

Every week, Deities randomly selected a batch of "lucky ones" from Earth to be their playthings. Countries were too preoccupied with their own problems, and even if they managed to spare some effort, they would only help those deemed worthy.

Zhou Zhe knew better than anyone that no one would lend a hand to a lost cause!

As his thoughts raced, a stream of light flickered before Zhou Zhe's eyes, coalescing into the shape of a notebook.

The notebook automatically flipped open, and a line of new text appeared in the previously empty skill section.

[Talents: Absolute Comprehension; Self-Configuration.]

[Skill: Wind Element Body Tempering Technique (Level 1) — Physique slightly increased, Agility slightly increased. This skill's maximum level is 4.]

The cheat system was online, time to soar! Shu hu~