Chapter 327: Everyone Misses President Wang
Beginner Qi Meridian Everflow (6/6): The more breathing techniques you master, the faster your Magic Power recovers.
Gazing at the First Layer effect of Qi Meridian Everflow, Zhang Yu felt a slight stirring in his heart.
“Straightforward and effective.”
“With my current mastery of breathing techniques, I wonder how much faster my recovery speed will increase.”
Eager to test this out, Zhang Yu instantly unleashed a surge of surging Gang Qi within his body, transforming it into countless ethereal arms that reached out to grasp the surrounding steel bars.
Normally, using Gang Qi for remote work would cause its consumption to increase drastically with distance. To conserve Magic Power, Zhang Yu usually performed tasks within short to medium range while practicing his breathing techniques.
But this time, to rapidly deplete his Magic Power, Zhang Yu hurled the Gang Qi-formed arms over thirty meters.
In an instant, eight cloud-like Gang Qi arms erupted from his back like giant pythons, shooting out in all directions.
These Gang Qi arms either laid bricks, twisted steel bars, or cleared debris, making it seem as if Zhang Yu had transformed into multiple workers, each performing different tasks across the construction site.
The extensive and long-range consumption of Magic Power made Zhang Yu acutely aware of its rapid depletion within his body.
“At this rate of consumption, I’ll likely exhaust my Magic Power in just ten minutes.”
Thinking this, Zhang Yu mentally activated the Chain Formation Diagram in his Feather Book, switching his University Sacred Body to Qi Meridian Everflow.
In an instant, the profound intricacies of various breathing techniques flooded his mind with each breath.
The meridians used by these breathing techniques seemed to fully open at that moment, accommodating spiritual energy at an unprecedented speed and capacity.
He felt his Dantian transform into a colossal black hole, swallowing the surging spiritual energy drawn in by the circulating Magic Power around his body and converting it into more Magic Power.
The recovery rate of his Magic Power skyrocketed.
“If my earlier all-out consumption would have drained my Magic Power in ten minutes… I can now sustain this for at least an hour.”
Zhang Yu’s heart trembled at this realization, his anticipation for the effects of the final two tiers of Qi Meridian Everflow growing even stronger.
“It’s a pity I can’t use this to mass-produce and sell Magic Power.”
Zhang Yu thought to himself, “After all, the recovery effect is too astonishing. Such a massive output would inevitably attract unwanted attention.”
“But while large-scale sales are out of the question, selling smaller amounts daily should be manageable.”
“And then there’s Le Mulan…”
Zhang Yu realized he could now channel more Magic Power into Le Mulan daily, accelerating the improvement of her Magic Power Quality.
“At the current rate — with my diligent infusions and her continued investment in enhancing her Magic Power Quality — Le Mulan’s Profound Cold Meridian should be complete by next month.”
Lost in thought, Zhang Yu switched back to the University Sacred Body. After all, he was still in his developmental stage and needed the University Sacred Body’s accelerated cultivation progress and enhanced training efficiency more than rapid Magic Power recovery.
In the next moment, Zhang Yu retracted the surging Gang Qi, reverting to his usual short-to-medium-range operational style, striving to maintain a balance between Magic Power consumption and recovery.
In the following days, Wang Yin never reappeared. He launched no offline retaliation, made no refund threats, and never confronted them in person — he didn’t even contact them. It was as if nothing had ever happened.
Having lost Wang Yin’s financial support, Zhang Yu could no longer afford daily meals and massages. He felt his cultivation progress had suddenly slowed dramatically, a stark contrast to his previous routine.
“Still no word from President Wang?” Zhang Yu couldn’t resist asking Tian Yang the same question again that day.
Tian Yang shook his head. “He’s blocked me. I can’t reach him anymore.”
“From what I’ve gathered, he’s likely disconnected from the internet to focus on studying and cultivating, preparing for his graduate school entrance exams.”
Zhang Yu sighed inwardly, feeling like a streamer who had lost his top-ranking patron. Not only had the patron stopped watching his streams, but he had also blocked his designated chat representative.
The Spirit Coins he had earned from Wang Yin during that brief period far exceeded his combined wages since arriving in University City. This realization drove home the stark contrast between the lucrative potential of live streaming and the meager earnings of regular labor.
A similar epiphany had already dawned on Yu Xinghan.
“Still no word from President Wang?”
Seeing Zhang Yu shake his head, Yu Xinghan sighed inwardly, resigned to the fact that his daily massages were likely a thing of the past.
“Forget it. I’ve already accumulated enough footage from the massage parlors. It should last me a while.”
During this time, Yu Xinghan had not only been learning massage techniques using his Third Eye Mystic Power but also recording plenty of exploration videos. He would carve out time each week to edit and upload them.
“My ‘Civil Engineering Life’ series and exploration videos have seen a slight increase in views recently, but relying on them for income isn’t feasible in the short term.”
“I still need a job that can earn me some quick cash right now.”
“Besides, my massage skills are still fresh. I need to practice…”
With that thought, Yu Xinghan turned to Li Xiao beside him and asked, “Want to try out the massage techniques I’ve learned?”
Li Xiao naturally nodded enthusiastically in agreement. He lay prone on the ground, enjoying Yu Xinghan’s still-clumsy massage strokes while casually chatting.
“Xinghan, what Bionic Eye are you using?”
“Heavenly Craftsman.”
“What a coincidence! I’m using the Heavenly Craftsman Bionic Eye too. What about Brother Yu’s Bionic Eye?”
“Time-Worn Demonic Eye.”
“Oh~ Where are you guys headed for your next construction site? Can I come along?”
After spending several days either practicing on Li Xiao or trying out his techniques on Zhang Yu, Yu Xinghan quickly mastered the massage techniques he had secretly learned from the Third Eye Mystic Power. He had thoroughly absorbed and integrated the skills accumulated by countless professional masseuses over years of practice.
Then, he contacted Li Xuelian.
Yu Xinghan: “Senior Sister, I want to join the Dark Massage World.”
Li Xuelian: “You want to practice massage without a license? Are you sure you’re up to it? When did you even learn how to massage?”
Yu Xinghan: “My technique is absolutely flawless! Senior Sister, you can test me if you don’t believe me!”
Li Xuelian: “It’s not that I don’t trust you…”
Yu Xinghan: “Senior Sister, please, just let me try! You’ll see for yourself!”
Li Xuelian: “No need. I’ll arrange it for you.”
Yu Xinghan watched with disappointment as Li Xuelian declined his massage offer. But knowing he was about to enter the Dark Massage World, he couldn’t help but breathe a sigh of relief.
“Whether it’s Civil Engineering videos or store review videos, while they both have potential, they’re long-term investments that require years of consistent effort. It might take a year or two, or even three or four years, to see any substantial returns.”
“I need to find some short-term work that can earn me Spirit Coins quickly.”
Yu Xinghan, possessing the Third Eye Mystic Power, had devised a solution after repeatedly visiting massage parlors: the Dark Massage World, where unlicensed massage thrived.
“Using my quickly acquired massage skills, I’ll earn some quick money in the Dark Massage World first. If my videos go viral later, I can clean up my act and go legit.”
After practicing his massage techniques on Zhang Yu once more that day, Yu Xinghan followed Li Xuelian’s instructions and took on his first client.
The location was rather rudimentary, as newcomers were typically assigned lower-quality jobs — an outdoor massage below the 100th floor of University City.
“I have to go out for work. Don’t wait for me no matter what happens today,” Yu Xinghan told Zhang Yu.
Watching Yu Xinghan’s retreating figure, Zhang Yu mused inwardly, “His massage skills are improving so fast… Could he be using his Third Eye Mystic Power to learn?”
“Just how many massage parlors has he been to?”
Shaking his head, Zhang Yu stood up, savoring the relaxation in his physical body, and temporarily left the construction site.
His figure flashed repeatedly as he swiftly leaped into the Anti-Gravity Passage. In moments, he soared through the passageway to the dormitory level and returned to his room.
Meanwhile, on the other side, Le Mulan was also on her way back to her dormitory when she received a message from Zhang Yu through her Bionic Eye.
Zhang Yu: “Yu Xinghan is busy with work today, and Senior Sister has gone with her classmates to prepare for the competition. Neither of them will be back, so let’s make the most of our time.”
Le Mulan: “Okay, I’ll be there soon.”
Just then, a burly, dark-skinned man blocked Le Mulan’s path, his face splitting into a wide grin. “Student Le, please give me a chance. I promise you won’t be disappointed.”
Le Mulan frowned. In an instant, Xuan Ge stepped in front of her, scoffing coldly, “Get lost.”
The man retreated a few steps, forcing a bitter smile. “Student Le, just consider it a favor. I can offer 1 Spirit Coin…”
Seeing the intensifying icy glint in Xuan Ge’s eyes, the man sighed helplessly and turned to leave.
Xuan Ge thought to himself, “Le Mulan’s Magic Power Quality has been improving rapidly lately. Her innate Ice Magic Power is gradually attracting the attention of many students, all eager to engage in dual cultivation with her to enhance their own cultivation.”
“Once she joins the Foundation Establishment Class next semester, she’ll likely draw even more attention, and the number of people seeking dual cultivation with her will only increase… But…”
Sensing the faint chill emanating from Le Mulan’s body, Xuan Ge mused, “They have no idea that the man behind Le Mulan is the truly superior dual cultivation partner.”
Xuan Ge couldn’t help but feel a pang of envy as he recalled Le Mulan’s rapid improvement in Magic Power Quality over the past few days.
“It must all be thanks to Zhang Yu.”
Watching Le Mulan’s figure disappear through the dormitory door, Xuan Ge wore a wistful expression. “When will it be my turn to go inside…?”
Just then, the dormitory door swung open again, and Le Mulan’s head popped out. “Xuan Ge, could you help me throw out the trash?”
“Sure thing!”
Le Mulan turned back and handed the unwrapped potion to Zhang Yu. “This is the discounted tonic you bought at the Pharmacy Institute. I brought it over for you.”
“The potion can wait. Let’s get started first.”
Zhang Yu nodded slightly and eagerly sat behind Le Mulan, pressing his palm against the center of her back to channel his Magic Power into her.
As Le Mulan felt the ceaseless flow of Zhang Yu’s Magic Power, she noticed that this time, the channeling was fiercer, more urgent, and far greater in quantity than before.
After a long while, just as Le Mulan felt her body nearing its limit, Zhang Yu finally withdrew his hand.
“So much… are you sure it’s okay?” Le Mulan couldn’t help but ask.