Standing in this half of the courtyard, Zhang Liuzhen took a deep breath, then exhaled, feeling refreshed. "As expected of a place where cultivators train. This truly is a natural cultivation ground."
Pan Yun's gaze swept across the corners of the half courtyard, and she could sense spiritual energy gathering in from all directions.
She knew it was because an array had been set up here.
Zhang Liuzhen had come to ask Xue Shao for help.
Over the past two years, his Qi-guiding mental method had been promoted throughout the army. Quite a few soldiers had successfully drawn qi into their bodies. Even those unable to transform spiritual energy into vital energy could use this technique to circulate their essence and turn it into inner force. The army's combat strength had risen by a great deal.
But this technique still had flaws. It made people increasingly irritable, and when fists and feet met, it was hard for them to control themselves. Soldiers were often injured or crippled during sparring matches.
Xue Shao looked utterly bewildered. "I... I know a little swordplay, but I have no particular skill in martial arts. How could I help you?"
Zhang Liuzhen glanced at Pan Yun before looking Xue Shao up and down. "There are three Dao bodies in the world today. Mine is ruined; Pan Yun's killing aura is too heavy; and you are as gentle as jade, with a compassionate heart. If anyone can improve this technique, it must be you."
Pan Yun turned to Xue Shao. "That's how he sweet-talked me back then too."
Then she protested to Zhang Liuzhen, "Senior Brother, I helped you improve it too, all right? In the beginning, your technique could make people go straight into qi deviation."
Zhang Liuzhen shot her a glance. "Yes, after you