Chapter 766 A hopeless case
Upon hearing Xinghuo Zhenjun's words, Yu Xinghan nodded in deep agreement and said, "Teacher Xinghuo is right, I think so too."
"Dual cultivation is indeed something that requires both parties to have deep feelings for each other, and for their energy to naturally flow together, so that it can be accomplished naturally. It should not be done for the sake of personal gain."
At this point, Yu Xinghan looked at Li Xuelian and said, "Senior Sister, what do you think?"
Li Xuelian glanced at Yu Xinghan and said indifferently, "My primordial yin energy hasn't dissipated yet, so cultivating with you... would be a loss."
Upon hearing this, Yu Xinghan was slightly startled, thinking to herself, "The primordial yin hasn't dissipated? Senior Sister is actually a little cook? Really? That's very rare."
Yu Xinghan patted his chest and said, "My childlike heart has not been extinguished to this day, and it is no less than that of a pure Yang body..."
Li Xuelian said, "What use is a childlike heart? Can it improve the quality of cultivation? On the contrary, it's a hindrance, isn't it?"
Yu Xinghan quickly said, "Senior Sister, we can split the output 40/60! You get 60%, I get 40%!"
Li Xuelian said calmly, "At least 90% of your essence and magical power should belong to me..."
Yu Xinghan tried her best to argue, "Senior sister, this also has its costs..."
Seeing that the two of them kept talking about the losses and benefits of dual cultivation, True Monarch Xinghuo shook his head helplessly, knowing that his words were unlikely to be heeded by the cultivators of this era.
True Monarch Xinghuo had no choice but to remind them again: "Besides the unequal distribution of benefits, indulging in dual cultivation is not a good thing in itself. Otherwise, why do you think... besides the Joyful Union Sect, why don't the Myriad Laws Sect and other sects encourage their disciples to engage in dual cultivation earlier?"
“Dual cultivation seems too joyful, too comfortable, and too easy, but it also contains risks. It can be said that the more one cultivates this path, the easier it is to become immersed in pleasure, the more difficult it is to extricate oneself from it, and the less adaptable one is to other cultivation methods.”
"It will continuously reduce your efficiency in other forms of spiritual practice..."
Yu Xinghan asked a question: "Using the memory service of the Dharma Realm, is it useful to seal that part of the memory after each dual cultivation? As long as you don't remember the process of dual cultivation, you can avoid any impact, right?"
Although he asked the question, Yu Xinghan did not intend to do so.
After all, thanks to Zhang Yu's reminder, he didn't plan to touch any memory-related services, lest his memory data be leaked and the secrets in his mind be exposed.
Of course, Yu Xinghan also understood that within the sect... everything was a matter of doing one's best and leaving the rest to fate. He could only try his best to avoid memory leaks, but the final outcome was not something he could decide on his own.
Upon hearing this, Li Xuelian said calmly, "There is no limit to the number of times memory manipulation can be performed, whether it's downloading cultivation techniques, downloading knowledge packages, or even the memory sealing you mentioned. The more times these methods are used in a short period of time, the easier it is to cause a mismatch between mind and body, which in turn leads to a regression in one's Dao heart, or even a qi deviation."
Zhang Yu knew that when Li Xuelian mentioned downloading these techniques and knowledge packages, she wasn't referring to downloading text content, but specifically to downloading them directly into her mind and memory through the Dharma Realm. This meant that the learning process was completed simultaneously with the download.
Li Xuelian continued, "Therefore, even cultivators within a sect will plan and limit the use of these methods to improve their work or cultivation efficiency."
"If it were used for something as frequent as dual cultivation, I would say it would be a losing proposition."
On the other side, Yue Mulan's heart stirred, and she suddenly asked, "That magic medicine... can it be used to resist the addiction to dual cultivation?"
True Monarch Xinghuo nodded and said, "That's right. The reason why the Wanfa Sect is willing to promote dual cultivation techniques on a large scale is probably because there are more and more users of magic medicines."
Just as True Monarch Xinghuo was speaking, Zhang Yu suddenly thought to himself, "Behind the dual cultivation technique... is there a related lineage? It should be the lineage of the Joyful Union Sect, right?"
Zhan Xian: "Of course. As a sect that has pushed dual cultivation techniques to their pinnacle, how could the Hehuan Sect not have related lineages?"
"Your guess is quite possible. The Daoist lineage of magic and medicine... could indeed have been brought up to counter the dual cultivation lineage. To go from being engrossed in the dual cultivation path to using magic and medicine to control dual cultivation is to undermine the dual cultivation lineage."
Zhang Yu thought to himself, "Gambling, magic medicine, dual cultivation, natural reproduction..."
At this moment, Zhang Yu felt that the sect was a complex web of interconnected interests, with countless interests intertwined, like a giant chessboard that had all the cultivators caught in its web.
At this moment, Zhang Yu felt that he was gradually understanding why the sect had been promoting dual cultivation so much, but Wanfa University had not been promoting it on a large scale. It was not until he left that Yun Zhiguang began to prepare for the dual cultivation academy.
"It's not just the difference between people and the environment; the bigger reason... is probably that the lower realms of the Dharma have not yet been fully constructed, so there are no Dharma medicines. That's why the sects didn't let the university promote them before."
"even……"
Zhang Yu then thought of Magnetism God: "If it weren't for the university war, it would have been very difficult for Magnetism God to gain recognition from the higher-ups and obtain the Deity Transformation Certificate by relying on his research on the Nascent Soul Dharma Body Yin Artifacts... before the establishment of the Dharma Realm."
Zhanxian said, "Whether it's dual cultivation or magic medicine, no matter which one you rely on... in the end you will be controlled by others. This is Kunxu, where the upper limit of a person's path to immortality is sometimes determined very early on."
"If you only want to gain a high position in the Myriad Laws Sect, then using magic medicine is one way."
"But if you still want to do something earth-shattering, then don't touch magic medicine or dual cultivation."
"Even your companions should probably avoid touching it."
Zhang Yu nodded. He knew that the Immortal Slayer was not simply about slaying immortals, but rather a combination of the Immortal Slayer's memories and Zhang Yu's own memories.
The other party understands my thoughts and feelings, which is why they made this suggestion.
Looking at the group still discussing, Zhang Yu said, "I also agree with Teacher Xinghuo's idea. If possible, let's avoid dual cultivation..."
Zhang Yu also explained his reasons for thinking this way. Of course, he did not reveal the inside story of the various sects, but focused on the contradictions, interests, and magic medicines mentioned by True Monarch Xinghuo.
Listening to Zhang Yu's words, True Monarch Xinghuo nodded, sighing inwardly: "Just now, I saw Zhang Yu silent and thought he was opposed... Now it seems that he truly has the demeanor of an ancient sage."
When they were on the first floor, when True Lord Xinghuo was teaching Zhang Yu, he felt that this kid had a bit of an ancient mindset.
At that time, True Lord Xinghuo thought that because the other party grew up on the first floor, he might be gradually assimilated as he climbed up the floors.
But at this moment, Xinghuo Zhenjun felt that as Zhang Yu climbed up layer by layer, the ancient style on the other party not only did not disappear, but instead gave Xinghuo Zhenjun a feeling that was getting stronger and stronger.
Upon hearing Zhang Yu's suggestion, Yu Xinghan's heart stirred slightly. He glanced at Le Mulan, then at Zhang Yu, wondering, "Is Zhang Yu worried about me and Le Mulan cultivating together?"
"If that's how he thinks, then he's seriously underestimating me, Yu Xinghan."
"You think I, your brother who's lived with you for years, wouldn't notice your quirks?"
"You don't like others touching your cultivation partner, do you? You prefer to enjoy it all to yourself, don't you? Only people of your level would have such outdated ideas... just like me."
Thinking of this, Yu Xinghan's face showed a hint of understanding. He gave Zhang Yu a reassuring gesture and thought to himself, "Even if Le Mulan kneels down and begs me, and offers me a large sum of money, just for one dual cultivation session with me... I will still ask for your advice first."
"This is the brotherhood I, Yu Xinghan, possess."
After Zhang Yu finished speaking, Xinghuo Zhenjun saw that Yu Xinghan and the others did not object. He couldn't help but sigh in his heart, "They... really trust Zhang Yu and listen to him very much."
"I just wonder how long this trust and obedience can last within the sect?"
After ruling out the options of dual cultivation and magic medicine, everyone chose to borrow money for today's homework.
Zhang Yu became Ye Xingli's loan referrer. After Ye Xingli activated a 500 Immortal Coin reserve fund, he also received a three-month interest reduction and activated a 1800 Immortal Coin reserve fund.
Zhang Yu thought to himself, "This thing is similar to Alipay and credit cards. You spend this month, pay it back next month, and if you can't pay it back, you can only pay it back in installments with high interest rates."
The difference in the reserve amount clearly reflects the different judgments made by the platform regarding the two individuals.
After activating the reserve fund, Zhang Yu didn't rush to spend the money; he was still planning his next spending schedule.
Yu Xinghan and the others did the same; none of them spent money easily, and they didn't even buy any food or medicine.
Fortunately, with their current cultivation level, after breathing in spiritual energy every day, they can survive for a long time without eating or taking medicine.
But Yu Xinghan asked a question that troubled everyone: "If we don't practice dual cultivation for a long time, won't we be targeted? Like that dual cultivation support department?"
Under the somewhat surprised gaze of Xinghuo Zhenjun, Zhang Yu said, "Let me think of a way."
At the same time, he thought to himself, "Is there really a way?"
Zhanxian said, "I've seen a method before, but the circumstances have changed, and I need more time to test it..."
As the training continued day by day, Hongjian, the training teacher, gained a deeper understanding of the students through repeated assignment corrections.
He naturally appreciates and likes outstanding trainees because such trainees can improve performance.
As for the lagging students...
On this day, Hongjian looked at Zhang Yuxin's newly submitted homework, but his brows furrowed more and more.
"After all, they are students from outside the area... and ultimately cannot compare with local students."
"If this continues, you'll eventually become a poor student."
"Sigh, is it really just wishful thinking for a mortal scum like me to have a good time in a sect?"
Hongjian did not despise Zhang Yu in his heart, but made an objective judgment based on the available data.
Even though he had already determined that Zhang Yu couldn't keep up with the other students, he still didn't give up.
Even if it's just a layer of scum that's climbed up, I won't give up on him easily!
"Otherwise, how can I improve my performance? How can I get more bonuses?"
With that in mind, Hongjian sent a message to Zhang Yu, deciding to have a good talk with him.
A moment later, a figure flashed in front of them, and Zhang Yu's Dharma Realm projection landed.
Looking at the student, Hongjian said coldly, "You know why I called you here, don't you?"
After saying that, a video was projected directly in front of Hongjian's eyes, showing Zhang Yu and Ye Xingli embracing each other.
"Where are the front-facing shots? Where are the actual operation footage?"
The medical examination data appeared, and Hongjian pointed at it, saying, "It's obvious they're just putting on an act; neither of them has actually started cultivating!"
"Are you trying to fool the teacher or yourself by putting together this fake stuff? Is this dual cultivation for my sake?"
"Also, the dual-course teacher asked you to stay after class for extra tutoring, so why did you just leave?"
Looking at Zhang Yu, who was silent with his head down, Hongjian sighed and said, "You don't practice dual cultivation, you don't take any magic medicine, and you're stingy even when you borrow money... What exactly did you come to this sect for? Do you still want to improve yourself and climb the path to immortality?"
At this point, Hongjian shook his head: "I know you climbed up from the first floor and there are some things about your thinking that are not up to par with the disciples of the sect. But if you continue like this, it is only a matter of time before you are eliminated."
Knowing he was in the wrong, Zhang Yu lowered his head further and further, and said helplessly, "Teacher, I'm thinking of a way. I will catch up with the group as soon as possible."
Just then, the projections of Yu Xinghan and Xinghuo Zhenjun also landed one by one, obediently standing in front of Hongjian.
Seeing the other two underachieving students he had called over, Hongjian continued, "You're here? You guys are pretty impressive too. At least Zhang Yu submitted a video, but you didn't even submit your homework videos."
"Yu Xinghan, you barely made it into the sect by passing the entrance exam, why don't you cherish the opportunity before you?"
"And you, Xinghuo!" Hongjian's gaze turned cold as he glared at Xinghuo Zhenjun and said, "You've entered the sect twice already, so you're considered a veteran. How come you don't even have the slightest awareness?"
Of the three, Xinghuo Zhenjun was the most heinous in Hongjian's eyes. He believed that it was because of this old man's influence that Zhang Yu and Yu Xinghan were led astray.
Hongjian continued, "Look at yourselves, at your age, with your cultivation levels, and your ranks... If you don't engage in intense dual cultivation every day, take medicine, and borrow money like crazy, what else do you want to do? Do you think cultivating immortality is just for health?"
With that, Hongjian tapped his fingertip, and a series of video projections appeared.
This is a picture of the work of many other disciples.
Hongjian magnified the images of outstanding assignments in front of Zhang Yu and the others, and exclaimed, "Look at them! How hard they work, how much sweat they shed, and how their skills improve every day!"
Seeing Zhang Yu and Yu Xinghan's focused expressions, Hongjian nodded slightly in his heart, knowing that these two students were able to study the other students' assignments seriously, which meant that there was still hope for them.
Looking at Xinghuo Zhenjun, who was standing to the side with his head down and not watching the video at all, Hongjian shook his head and sighed inwardly, "He's hopeless."
The next moment, Hongjian said, "I'll give you one last day."
"If you haven't improved by tomorrow, then I will personally guide you. Come to my office after class every day."
Looking at the three students with their heads bowed, Hongjian's eyes revealed a hint of determination: "Under my guidance, there has never been a student whose grades couldn't be improved..."
Upon hearing this, Yu Xinghan was startled: "Not... personally tutoring us?"
Looking at Hongjian's masculine physique, Yu Xinghan thought to himself, "This is bitter."
He couldn't help but look at Zhang Yu, wanting to ask him what to do.
But Zhang Yu kept his eyes straight ahead, looking down at the ground, as if he hadn't heard what Hongjian said.
Then Hongjian brought up the issue of outsourced employees, and he sighed, "It's one thing if you yourselves can't do a good job, but why are your outsourced employees the same?"
Looking at the three of them, Hongjian continued, "Management skills are an essential ability for disciples of a sect. If you can't even unleash the potential of the outsourced employees you've brought up, how will you manage your subordinates in the future?"
He thought to himself, "These three guys don't seem like the kind of people who are intolerant and don't like seeing their subordinates improve. It seems their thinking isn't progressive enough."
(End of this chapter)
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