Slacking Cultivation, Shocks the Entire Academy

Time flows quietly, much like the ripples upon Sea God Lake.

Over half a year has passed since Lin Ciyan and Bei Bei became "slacking partners."

During this period, the atmosphere on Sea God Island underwent a heaven-turning, earth-shattering transformation.

Lin Ciyan thoroughly popularized his "Relaxation Cultivation Method," and Bei Bei, once a reserved youth, had now become his most loyal follower.

Teachers in the Inner Court often witnessed such scenes: Lin Ciyan leading Bei Bei, either lying by the lake fishing, napping in hammocks under the shade of trees, or spreading blankets on the lawn for what they called "Sunlight Soul Power Charging."

"Lin Ciyan! Bei Bei! You two are slacking off again!" a stern elder could not help but reprimand them.

Lin Ciyan sat up slowly from his lounge chair, wearing a profound expression that suggested, You simply don't understand. "Teacher, that is where you are mistaken. Look at the energy of heaven and earth; how magnificent it is?"

"We are merely drawing our bodies and minds close to nature to conduct 'Immersive Soul Power Resonance'."

"Forcing cultivation is a lower path; letting soul power actively approach us, as we do, is the supreme way!"

[Ding! Successfully sophistrying in front of a Title Douluo, causing them to fall into deep thought. Slacking Points +88!]

Bei Bei nodded earnestly at his side. Although he did not quite understand what "Immersive Soul Power Resonance" specifically entailed, whatever Brother Lin said must be reasonable!

Over these past two months, following Lin Ciyan had not only made his personality much more cheerful, but he even felt his soul power was more active than when he used to drill in isolation.

Scenes like this played out frequently.

Lin Ciyan could always use his "Slacking Philosophy" to package various acts of laziness as high-end cultivation methods.

The key was that sometimes even the elders felt that while the boy's words were twisted, upon closer inspection, they actually held a grain of truth.

Especially after seeing that Bei Bei was indeed more lively than before and his aura more rounded, they chose to turn a blind eye.

Lin Ciyan had not been idle these past two months either.

He was pleasantly surprised to discover an item in the Slacker Shop called [Hot Topic: Regional Limited].

Valued at 500 points, its effect was to make a recent behavior or statement by the host the focus of heated discussion within a small area, thereby significantly increasing the Slacking Points earned from it.

"Good stuff!" Lin Ciyan decisively purchased and used it.

Lin Ciyan took Bei Bei to find Elder Zhuang, who managed the medicinal herb garden, under the pretext of "feeling the flow of life energy to nourish the martial soul."

As a result, Lin Ciyan spread a blanket next to a rare medicinal herb and slept, claiming to be conducting "Deep Life Resonance"; Bei Bei followed suit, sitting nearby to "meditate."

Elder Zhuang originally wanted to chase them away in anger, but he was astonished to find that the medicinal herb near Lin Ciyan seemed... to be growing more vigorously?

He stroked his beard and fell into deep contemplation. Perhaps he could let his own students try this method of herb cultivation?

[Utilizing the "Hot Topic" effect, sleeping openly beside a fairy herb, yet the behavior causes a life-attribute elder to doubt his life. Slacking Points +150!]

They also ran to the side of Qian Duoduo, the Vice Dean of the Soul Tool Department. After seeing the soul tool lounge chair that allowed Lin Ciyan to fish quickly and adjust angles, he studied it for a long time before finally squeezing out: "This... this seems to contain some cutting-edge concepts of dynamic balance and soul power sensing?"

Qian Duoduo was greatly inspired after seeing it. Upon returning to the Soul Tool Department, he immediately held a meeting to study such Soul Tools, though, of course, there was little progress after a long time.

[Utilizing the "Hot Topic" effect, displaying a "useless" Soul Tool in front of the Vice Dean of the Soul Tool Department. Slacking Points +133!]

The hot-tempered Vice Dean Xian Lin'er saw them sunbathing in the simulated cultivation area and was furious at their lack of ambition.

Lin Ciyan's single sentence, "We are conducting 'Light Energy Particle Absorption' to replenish the origin of our soul power," left her stunned, causing her to start pondering new possibilities for light-attribute soul masters.

Even Xuan Zi was alarmed. Holding a chicken leg, he watched the two using the "Wuwei Fishing Method" by Sea God Lake, muttering, "Could it be that drinking and eating meat... is also a form of cultivation?"

[Utilizing the "Hot Topic" effect, distorting the light-attribute cultivation system and causing Xian Lin'er to fall into a blind spot of knowledge. Slacking Points +130!]

[Utilizing the "Hot Topic" effect, interpreting the path of "Food Cultivation" in front of the Taotie Douluo. Slacking Points +160!]

[Current Slacking Points: 2188!]

The effect was immediate; his and Bei Bei's "Relaxation Cultivation Method" had indeed become a hot topic in the Inner Court.

A massive amount of skepticism, curiosity, and even a sliver of being led astray into agreement, like a surging tide, brought Lin Ciyan rich rewards.

Whether they were supporting, opposing, or simply watching the show, they all contributed a large number of Slacking Points to him.

"Almost there, almost there. Less than a thousand left, and I can buy that [Winning-by-Lying-Down Aura]!" Lin Ciyan looked at the aura priced at 3000 points in the shop with fiery eyes.

"When that time comes, I'll take Bei Bei and Zhang Lexuan, and we'll form a 'Lie Down and Win' squad. That's what I call living!"

Because Bei Bei lived on Sea God Island, Zhang Lexuan's visits to the Inner Court also increased significantly.

At first, she only came to visit Bei Bei, but gradually, her gaze shifted more toward Lin Ciyan, who was always smiling and could keep Bei Bei wrapped around his finger.

His smile was clean and infectious, as if it could dispel all gloom.

She re-examined this boy.

He still had that soft, light-brown short hair that shimmered with a pale gold under the sun, and his healthy wheat-colored skin made him look full of vitality.

But those amber-gold eyes, when lazily half-closed, seemed to hide a kind of nonchalant wisdom.

When he was earnestly hoodwinking people, the golden halo flowing in his eyes gave one a feeling of unfathomability.

He was clearly several years younger than her, yet he possessed a calmness and... mystery that transcended his age?

His seemingly nonsensical behaviors, when scrutinized, had indeed made Bei Bei's soul power foundation more solid and his state of mind more open. This was certainly not something that could be achieved by simple "play."

"Sister Lexuan, want to try this cup of 'Mind-Calming Hundred Flower Dew'? It's made from forty-nine types of flower dew, refined with the morning light of Sea God Lake. It has a miraculous effect on calming soul power agitation!" Lin Ciyan handed over an exquisite cup containing a dreamlike liquid.

Zhang Lexuan took it with skepticism. A refined floral fragrance refreshed her heart, and she took a small sip.

A gentle, cooling sensation flowed through her limbs and bones, and the lingering fatigue and sluggishness of soul power caused by days of cultivation truly dissipated.

She looked at Lin Ciyan in shock. Could this guy actually not be messing around?

[Ding! Successfully shocked the future Inner Court genius Zhang Lexuan with "homemade drinks," Slacker Points +65!]

"Sister Lexuan, why don't you try this 'Omni-Directional Soul Power Massage Recliner'? It has miraculous effects on relieving cultivation fatigue!" Lin Ciyan extended an enthusiastic invitation.

Zhang Lexuan tried it with skepticism, only to be met with perfectly calibrated soul power fluctuations and an experience of ultimate comfort.

The exhaustion from her cultivation vanished as she lay on the massage chair, her tense spirit instantly relaxing, and she even felt her soul power circulation become a fraction smoother. She stared at Lin Ciyan in shock.

[Ding! Successfully shocked the future Inner Court genius Zhang Lexuan, Slacker Points +90!]

After a few times, Zhang Lexuan was completely won over.

Perhaps this Junior Brother Lin's relaxed mindset was truly a profound state of cultivation that they could not comprehend.

This transcendent attitude and his ability to find wonders in the mundane made her feel a sense of admiration, and even... a hint of curiosity.

Mu En often watched from afar as the three little ones "played around."

The smile on Bei Bei's face was bright and genuine, Zhang Lexuan was more relaxed than usual, and she would occasionally purse her lips and chuckle at Lin Ciyan's absurd logic.

Lin Ciyan was undoubtedly the soul of this small group, influencing those around him in his own unique way.

This harmonious scene made him recall the past in the Heaven Dou Empire several years ago.

At that time, following leads from the Inspection Group, he had tracked down the evil soul master who murdered Bei Bei's parents—a Soul Douluo known as "Blood Butcher."

When he found the fiend, the man had just slaughtered a peaceful village, the soaring stench of blood mixed with desperate cries.

Before Mu En, that evil soul master did not even have the slightest room to resist.

The gap between a Limit Douluo and a Soul Douluo was like that between the bright moon and a Fire Fly.

Mu En did not even use his martial soul; he simply pointed a finger, and the rampaging evil soul master turned to ash under the power of ultimate light.

While clearing the ruins, Mu En saved an eleven or twelve-year-old girl who was curled up in a corner, trembling all over but possessing a stubborn gaze—Zhang Lexuan.

She was the only survivor of that village.

The vengeance was avenged, but her home was gone.

Zhang Lexuan knelt before Mu En, tears mixed with dust, her voice choked but firm: "Senior, your great kindness is something Lexuan cannot repay. I am willing to follow you for the rest of my life; no matter what I must do, I will repay this debt!"

Mu En looked at the girl, whose eyes were somewhat similar to Bei Bei's when he lost his parents, and his heart was filled with sympathy.

Mu En helped her up and said gently, "Child, revenge is my responsibility, not your burden."

"Your life is your own; you must live for yourself. If you have nowhere to go, would you like to come back with me? Perhaps that place can become your new home."

"Home..." This word touched the softest part of Zhang Lexuan's heart. She nodded vigorously, burying this kindness deep within her soul.

Mu En brought her back to the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan, letting her accompany the equally lonely Bei Bei.

Later, Zhang Lexuan relied on her exceptional talent to naturally enter Shrek Academy to study.

He hoped that this girl with a similar experience could bring some comfort to Bei Bei, while also giving her a brand new start.

As the tide of memories receded, Mu En's gaze refocused on the three young people getting along so well.

He looked at the lazy figure by the lake who was gesturing wildly while explaining some "brand new soul power circulation theory" to Zhang Lexuan and Bei Bei, his heart filled with irrepressible curiosity.

The corners of his mouth lifted involuntarily, revealing a hint of gratification.

It seemed his decision back then was not wrong.

Although the little guy Lin Ciyan acted erratically, he was like a ray of resilient sunlight, shining into the once somewhat gloomy worlds of Bei Bei and Zhang Lexuan.

Immediately, as if remembering something important, his eyes revealed a touch of solemnity.

"Counting the time, there is less than a month left until the day of Ciyan and Bei Bei's martial soul awakening..."

He was very curious: what kind of martial soul would this little guy who always brought "surprises" awaken? And to what extent would Bei Bei's Radiant Sacred Dragon bloodline awaken?

On Sea God Island, the breeze remained, brushing across the lake and stirring up shimmering golden light, as if it too were quietly looking forward to the destined-to-be-extraordinary awakening less than a month away.