Internal Vision of One's Body, Red and White

"Where does it smell good?"

Qin Shi really wanted to scratch his head. He hadn't even had time to take a shower before leaving the house today, to wash away the sweat from burning his sinews and enduring the pain all night.

"Little Qin is quite image-conscious, did you spray cologne? Got a girlfriend recently?"

Brother Zhang's tone was sour as he deliberately sniffed the air.

He, the boss, was standing right here, and Teacher Lin didn't even glance at him?

"I only use three-in-one body wash, how could I afford cologne? Oh right, Brother Zhang, you covered for me yesterday, I'll treat you to a meal later."

Qin Shi quickly changed the subject, lest he become the target of his male colleagues at the Youth Palace.

He was just a temporary part-timer without official staffing, simply grabbing a meal, no need to turn it into a palace intrigue for favor.

He knew very well that sometimes, when men get horny, their antics are no less than women's.

"Teacher Lin, would you like to join us?"

Qin Shi asked the question, also creating an opportunity for Brother Zhang and repaying the favor of him covering his shift yesterday!

Lin Yunqing adjusted her glasses and gently shook her head:

"No. I just came to meet Assistant Teacher Qin. This afternoon, we'll draft a course schedule to prepare for the class arrangements."

"Okay, got it, Teacher Lin."

After a brief exchange, Qin Shi watched Lin Yunqing leave.

His eyes flickered. Teacher Lin was tall, but her waist was slender. She walked like a willow branch swaying in the wind, seemingly unsteady but actually stable.

"To be a teacher at the Youth Palace and have an official position, her vitality level should be quite high."

After experiencing the burning of his sinews, Qin Shi's five senses seemed sharper than before. He could vaguely sense the fluctuations in others' Qi.

Normal people's breathing frequency isn't very stable and can be easily disrupted, but "practitioners" who have undergone Life Force Development are different.

Under high-intensity training, their physical fitness in all aspects has greatly improved. If they have practiced New Martial Arts or Old Martial Arts, that kind of transformation from the inside out will be even more evident.

"Looks good, doesn't she. Teacher Lin's waist, her legs, truly a life-taking knife..."

Brother Zhang chuckled lewdly beside him.

It could indeed take a life, but in the literal sense!

Qin Shi wasn't interested in participating in such unhealthy conversations and quickly used the "urination escape" tactic.

As for Brother Zhang wanting to swap positions with him and woo the beautiful teacher.

That wasn't up to him.

"Teacher Lin is so young, coming to the Youth Palace to teach martial arts classes, she's likely doing it to gain experience at the grassroots level.

Brother Zhang probably has no chance. How could a peacock fancy a chicken?"

Qin Shi pondered in his heart, deciding to continue playing the harmless role of a good student.

For the free Nutritional Meal in the cafeteria, and the not-too-busy work intensity once a week.

He had to do a good job as an assistant teacher!

"In the Tai'an Metropolitan Area, where New Martial Arts factions are dominant, a seedling of Old Martial Arts actually appeared, and at the Youth Palace?"

Lin Yunqing returned to the second-floor office building. Her fair white fingers nimbly moved, habitually spinning a pen, making a whirring sound.

She was certain that the faint fragrance on Assistant Teacher Qin was the "scent" of a secret medicine used to temper the body, transforming a mortal frame.

And this kind of crude, fierce, and perverted method, besides those lunatics from the Old Martial Arts faction, no one else would use it.

"Which gate is he aiming for?"

Lin Yunqing's eyes flickered, a sense of curiosity arising.

"The most difficult Spirit Gate? The most ferocious Strength Gate? Or the most time-consuming Qi Gate?

At his age, the most likely ones would be the Bone Gate and Sinew Gate.

The former is painful, the latter is bitter. One is called 'Clothes Hanger', the other 'Body Burning'. Neither is easy to get through."

The female teacher with long hair narrowed her eyes, suddenly feeling that the "internship" arranged by the Martial Arts Association wasn't so boring anymore.

"An Old Martial Arts little brother, how rare. He might even be a genius seedling from some sect.

If I use the rich curriculum of the New Martial Arts, which is far ahead, to shatter the Dao heart of a particularly outstanding Old Martial Arts little brother, causing him to abandon darkness and embrace light, it might be quite interesting?"

Lin Yunqing, who appeared dignified and beautiful on the outside, curled her lips. She suddenly became restless and excited.

This time, there would be something to play with!

As the sun set, Qin Shi walked out of the cafeteria, completely satisfied. He had used his skills to devour five servings of Nutritional Meal, greatly shocking the trembling cafeteria lady.

Completing this battle to make a name for himself right after arriving!

"Little Qin, you invited me out just to eat at the cafeteria?"

Brother Zhang said unhappily, picking his teeth:

"You're too sly."

Qin Shi laughed it off:

"I'm short on cash since I haven't gotten paid yet. Next time for sure. Speaking of which, I think the Youth Palace and Teacher Lin would be a perfect match for you, Brother Zhang. You're young, handsome, and a college graduate."

Brother Zhang's heart swelled with pleasure upon hearing this. He stroked his slicked-back, side-parted hairstyle:

"That's nice to hear! It's a shame Old Zheng is so stubborn; he wouldn't agree to a shift change. Little Qin, you have to help me out and be my wingman more often!"

Qin Shi vaguely agreed:

"I haven't dated much, so I don't know about these things. Besides, with your charm, why would you need me to butt in?"

After chatting for a few minutes, the two parted ways.

Watching Brother Zhang drive away in his second-hand Santana sedan, and then looking at the Sea Conqueror that Lin Yunqing was using for transport, Qin Shi's mouth twitched:

"In my past life, this would be like a second-hand Alto owner chasing after a Porsche-driving rich beauty. The gap is quite significant."

Beep!

The Sea Conqueror, a black beast of a car used for off-roading, braked at the side of the road.

The car window rolled down, revealing Lin Yunqing's delicate face:

"Assistant Teacher Little Qin, where do you live? If it's on the way, I can give you a ride."

Teacher Lin was quite enthusiastic.

Qin Shi stated directly:

"No need, I live in the Old Factory Street area. It's too far from the metropolitan area."

Lin Yunqing's expression showed surprise:

"Old Factory Street... Assistant Teacher Little Qin is very diligent. Teacher Zheng mentioned you're studying at New No. 1 Middle School."

Qin Shi smiled shyly, implicitly confirming it.

The Tai'an Metropolitan Area and the Old Factory Street in the old city were like the difference between a township and a big city.

For the latter to establish roots, besides working hard and diligently, one also had to find ways to meet various requirements and obtain residency.

This was the initial policy of Dongxia's New Star Development, which divided residential areas based on "citizen contribution" and provided different welfare benefits accordingly.

Students from Old Factory Street had to pay an additional "school selection fee" or "visiting student fee" to attend public schools in the metropolitan area.

If Qin Shi hadn't gotten into the Hongzhi Class, this fee would have been unavoidable.

As for other public medical care and various subsidies, they were also based on citizenship status.

Children of Old Factory Street workers only received the most basic compulsory education and vocational training.

"I'm quite interested in the history of the Dangyang Eastern Suburbs. Could I possibly invite Assistant Teacher Little Qin to be my guide next time you're free?"

Lin Yunqing's tone was gentle, like a caring older sister.

"Yes, no problem. I'll give Teacher Lin a 20% discount."

Qin Shi readily agreed, then added:

"My ride is here. See you next week, Teacher Lin."

With that, he turned and sprinted away without looking back.

He was determined to squeeze into the bus during rush hour and grab the coveted window seat in the back.

"A 20% discount? This kid is actually going to charge me!"

Lin Yunqing was stunned for a moment before understanding. Her gentle and lovely demeanor vanished instantly, and she clenched her small fists tightly:

"Don't let me catch you, or else... I'll let you experience the power of the New Martial Arts Faction's Military Boxing!"

At 8:20 AM, Qin Shi returned to his makeshift shack. After a busy day, he could finally rest for a bit.

Rice and meat dishes were left on the stove by his youngest sibling, Qin Lan, for him to heat up and eat.

He had already eaten heartily at the Youth Palace cafeteria to replenish his energy, so he wasn't hungry.

Entering the small bedroom, he sat on the bed, and a semi-transparent black frame suddenly appeared.

[Anchor: Qin Shi]
[Growth Stage: Embryo]
[Progress: 0.009%]
[Monument Count: Deep Sleep (Intermediate), Muscle Memory (Beginner), Overgrowth (Beginner)]

[Skill: Combat Rewind]

"Eating this much today without any eating reminders means it's not easy to satisfy the 'eating' or 'foraging' needs of [Overgrowth]."

Qin Shi felt regret and shifted his attention to other achievements.

[Beginner Achievement - Muscle Memory (98%)]

"Old Liang's Golden Delight Burned Sinew made me exhaust my strength countless times, almost maxing out the progress in one go."

He glanced at the sky outside the window. It wasn't even nine o'clock yet, so there was no need to rush to the Midnight Palace.

He decided to continue Grasping Qi Sensation and maintain his training intensity.

"Use breathing to mobilize that Qi, guiding the warm current through my limbs..."

Having completed the initial Burned Sinew breakthrough, Qin Shi no longer needed to stand in a horse stance to activate his body.

He sat cross-legged, his chest and abdomen rising and falling significantly. This breathing method, which could make his lungs explode, was something he absolutely couldn't have attempted before; any slight mistake could damage his internal organs.

But now, it was different.

His mortal body, strengthened in all aspects, could fully withstand it.

The warm Qi flowing within him was like a slender snake, weaving through dense grass, moistening his flesh and bones, allowing him to slowly immerse himself.

"Gradually condensing, seeming to gather and converge, forming some kind of prototype..."

As the Qi Sensation became clearer and more distinct, Qin Shi found that the heat and nutrients stored in his body were rapidly being consumed.

He was hungry again.

"Nutritional Paste is still more filling. Ordinary synthesized food isn't enough to support training."

Qin Shi sighed lightly. Seeing that it was almost nine o'clock, he planned to stop Grasping Qi Sensation.

His augmented reality retinas suddenly flickered, and a stream of information flashed by.

[Beginner Achievement - Muscle Memory (100%)]

[Skill Unlocked: Internal Vision]

Immediately after, Qin Shi's vision changed. Although his eyes were closed, he could "see" a glowing humanoid figure, its surface covered with red and white colors of varying areas.

"This is... my body? Red and white represent the intensity of my physical training?"