"Hmm? Senior?"
Lu Li was stunned.
The electronic report in his hand contained Xu Mu's personal information.
I learned that this veteran who has served on the border for eight years is actually only 26 years old.
But this title...
"Ahem, Comrade Lu, considering the cultural environment where you are, we suggest that Comrade Xu Mu address you as 'senior' rather."
"This will psychologically bridge the gap between you, making it easier for you to protect him."
Wang Zhiwen interjected at the opportune moment, offering an explanation.
"Well... okay..."
I didn't dwell on such a small issue.
Lu Li held the jade pendant and greeted Xu Mu.
"Hello Comrade Xu Mu, now I will give you a general overview of the precautions for first-time Qi Introduction."
"Okay... okay, Senior Lu Li!"
Xu Mu's voice stammered slightly.
He served in the army for eight years and guarded the border for eight years. He fought against foreign enemies and saved his comrades.
Even when surrounded by enemies, I had never been this tense.
Although he had learned about his mission and memorized all the information over the past few days.
He had even thoroughly studied the Five Elements Instruction, a Cultivation Method for immortality, but the thought that he was truly conversing with his compatriots from another world at this moment... was truly unbelievable!
Or perhaps someone who cultivates immortality...
His heart started racing uncontrollably.
In contrast to Xu Mu's nervousness, Zhang Xuanqing, who was allowed to sit in on the proceedings, was so excited he almost fainted.
With his headphones on, he could clearly hear every word Lu Li said.
When I heard the words " Qi Introduction into the body".
My whole body was trembling uncontrollably.
He kept muttering to himself, " Boundless Heaven... Ancestor above..."
"My path is ever-growing... My path will surely prosper..."
" Boundless Heaven Blessings and Longevity..."
The researchers nearby couldn't help but glance at him a few more times.
At this moment, Lu Li spoke softly and solemnly, slowly revealing his understanding of Qi Introduction into the body.
"The so-called 'Qi Introduction' is not about inducing, but about receiving."
" The Heaven and Earth Spiritual Qi possesses its own spirit; it is not an inanimate object, nor a tool."
"You should welcome guests like a host, and receive rain like a pond... The spine is a ladder to heaven, and the whole body is a gateway; open them, wait patiently, and do not harbor the slightest thought of force or robbery."
When the topic of cultivation came up, Lu Li's tone became more profound, losing the colloquial tone he used on Blue Star.
Every word and phrase carries profound meaning.
This immediately made Xu Mu, who was initially tense, take it all in.
"Remember these three things to avoid and five things to do."
"First taboo: an impure mind; second taboo: a stubborn will; last taboo: tension in the muscles..."
"First, the body should be like a suspended bell; second, the breath should be like a cold pool; third, the mind should be focused on the Dantian... fifth, one should know when to stop and when to retreat..."
"Go, study my words thoroughly, and in half an hour, Qi Introduction."
"Yes... yes!"
Xu Mu snapped out of his daze and began to memorize what Lu Li had said.
The researchers nearby had already begun preparations.
A glass room measuring four meters long, four meters wide, and four meters high was moved to the center of the command hall.
Inside, besides a futon and countless electronic components, there was also half Spirit Stone.
Outside the glass enclosure, dozens of high-speed cameras and countless detectors and analyzers were all in place.
Xu Mu walked into the glass house while reciting Lu Li's words.
I awkwardly sat down cross-legged.
Time passed little by little.
Everyone stared wide-eyed at Xu Mu, not daring to relax for a moment.
Li Yuanchao and Wang Zhiwen clenched their fists, eagerly anticipating the moment.
When the countdown reached its final ten seconds after fifteen minutes...
A countdown was displayed on the large screen in the command center.
"Countdown to Qi Introduction Induction: 10, 9, 8... 5, 4..."
"Three, two, one!"
The moment the countdown completely resets to zero.
Lu Li's voice rang out as promised.
Close your eyes and introspect.
"The spine is like a dragon, straight and relaxed; the head is as if suspended; all the bones in the body, for now, are at ease."
"As I say, visualize the five directions, do not seek clarity, but simply retain their meaning."
"A towering Green Wood tree, its roots deep and its branches and leaves stretching out, brimming with life."
"The crimson flames leap and dance, their light warm and gentle, their nature rising and invigorating, containing the potential for change."
"Platinum and iron, their substance is concentrated, their form concealed, their hardness and killing power are undeniable."
"The black waters are deep and dark, their flow murmuring, their depths unfathomable, yet they possess a virtue of nourishing and enriching."
"The loess soil is vast and fertile; its virtue is to bear all things, its nature is to nurture and transform, and it forms the foundation for one's life."
As Lu Li revealed the profound meaning contained within the Five Elements Instruction.
Xu Mu's initially tense heart inexplicably calmed down.
His military instincts compelled him to act as Lu Li instructed.
The spine slowly unfolds like a dragon; contemplate the five directions, where the world seems to contain Green Wood, crimson flames, metal and stone, dark water, and thick earth...
Gradually, a strange feeling arose from his Dantian.
Like water without roots, it is empty and adrift, impossible to grasp or touch.
" Senior Lu... I can't seem to sense any Spiritual Qi energy..."
Xu Mu spoke in a trembling voice.
"It's normal that we can't sense it; Blue Star itself has no Spiritual Qi."
"Grasp the Spirit Stone and try to sense its inner workings..."
Lu Li's voice came through, carrying a reassuring quality.
Unbeknownst to him, the young man who once frantically sought survival had grown up to be a teacher.
" Spirit Stone..."
Xu Mu opened his eyes, looked at the half- Spirit Stone in front of him, and grasped it in his hand.
Lu Li's voice continued to come.
"The five directions are now settled, the five elements are now complete; remember my words, welcome guests and receive rain."
"Do not force it; simply keep one thought in mind: the bright moon shines on the river, and observe the situation calmly."
"The liver (wood element) generates qi, which transforms into heart fire. Heart fire warms and nourishes, which in turn settles the spleen (earth element). The spleen (earth element) strengthens and refines lung metal. Lung metal, in its pure and cleansing state, flows into kidney water. Kidney water, deep and profound, nourishes and returns to the liver..."
"Only when this Qi is generated can one... Qi Introduction!"
boom!
As soon as he finished speaking, Xu Mu felt as if the Spirit Stone in his hand was about to melt.
A surge of rich Spiritual Power rushed towards his Dantian.
The Qi Introduction in Qi, which had troubled Lu Li for a long time, was finally realized with the help of the Spirit Stone.
Within an hour or so, there was a reaction.
"This... this is..."
Sensing the change within himself, Xu Mu instantly opened his eyes, about to be filled with surprise.
He then felt a sharp pain in his Dantian and subconsciously released the Spirit Stone.
"Hmm, I'm sure you already had a reaction just now. Qi Introduction into the body isn't something that can be done in one go."
"After repeating this process several times, once the meridians have adapted, one can successfully advance to the First Layer of Qi Refinement."
On the other end of the jade pendant, Lu Li seemed to know Xu Mu's situation and offered a few words of comfort.
The moment the words were spoken, the deathly silent command hall was suddenly engulfed by a wave of jubilant cheers.
"It worked! I can really sense it!"
"Data log! All sensor readings are abnormal! An energy cycle has occurred within his body!"
"Cultivation is possible on Blue Star! We really can!"
"..."
The crowd cheered, and all the researchers were extremely excited.
Wang Zhiwen gripped Li Yuanchao's arm tightly, his voice trembling.
"Old Li, we... we did it! This path works!"