Capítulo 17: Cultivation
So, the next morning, I woke up to Emily wrapped around me like a cozy blanket, her left leg draped casually over mine. I couldn't help but smile softly at this adorable sight, but I didn't want to wake her just yet. I mean, she looked so peaceful, all snuggled up and dreaming away. Grinning to myself, I shifted a bit, tightening my arms around her, trying my best to keep her comfortable without disturbing her sleep.
With her in my arms, I figured it was the perfect chill time to check in with my System. "Hey, System, can you fill me in on my rewards and missions?" I asked in my head while I gazed at the ceiling. I remembered the conversation I tried to have during dinner, but Mom had interrupted, and now I finally had some time to kill before Emily woke up.
The System chimed in. "Alright, Host! You've completed 12 missions so far, but as for the rewards, they're still a mystery, eh? They'll only pop up once the main storyline kicks off. As for upcoming missions, you've got two lined up focused on your cultivation:
1) Reach the core formation realm.
2) Advance to Bronze core realm.
And by the way, those sweet rewards? They'll depend on your progress at that point in the storyline. Sounds exciting, right?" Main Storyline will start in 8 months 21 days]
Ok, I don't need them now anyway. If they will be received in the Future, they will be given after considering my power of that time?"; Before I could think about anything else, Emily, who was sleeping peacefully near me, started to wake up and opened her eyes.
I kissed her on the forehead and on the lips. After that, I said, "Good morning, now wake up. We have to freshen up, then have breakfast; after that, we will start your Cultivation session."
"Will we really start my cultivation today? Good, then! I promise I will not disappoint you. I'll give my all and won't slack off," she said, her eyes radiating determination and enthusiasm. This eagerness made me smile, as I could see her commitment to the journey ahead. After Emily headed to her room to prepare, I took a moment to reflect on the events of the previous night. I recalled our heated escapades, and despite having mentioned my room was equipped with a soundproofing array, I realized I had completely forgotten to activate it. My heart sank at the thought that my mom likely overheard everything. "Poor Mom!" I muttered to myself, feeling a wave of guilt wash over me.
Once I finished showering and dressed in fresh clothes, I made my way downstairs. As I entered the kitchen, I found Emily already helping my mom prepare breakfast. Together, they effortlessly set the table with warm plates of food. However, the moment I made eye contact with my mom, I noticed the dark circles under her eyes, a clear sign she must have had a restless night. Her gaze was heavy with unspoken blame, making me acutely aware of the previous night's implications. I almost brust into laughter.
"danm, this little brat, he did it on purpose and didn't activate the Soundproofing array. I almost had to stay awake for one and a half hours after both of them stopped; only then did I fall asleep." (What were you doing in that one and half hours. 🤤)
Once everything was placed on the table, we sat down and started to eat our breakfast. While Emily was completely clueless about my trick last night Soon my mom broke the silence and asked,
"So, Ray and Emily, what is your plan for this day? Emily, you are also starting your cultivation, so both of you should keep in mind that the university exams are just 8 months away."
"yes, Mom, I know, and that's why Emily will start her training today. As for me, I have already formed three of my Plates, so I will be able to easily reach the Bronze core realm before school starts; I believe that Emily will also be able to do it. So it's not a problem as long as we try our best and we will." I said.
"Even though I don't know much about cultivation, I promise that I will try my best, Mom." Emily also said while clenching her fist.
"Hey, Emily, remember to take things slow and steady when you're diving into your cultivation practice, alright? It's super important not to rush. Trust me, if you get too nervous or hasty, things can go south, and we really don't want any hiccups messing up your groove."
My mom keeps saying it's all about having a calm mind, and honestly, she's got a point there. Finishing up our breakfast with her. We were both buzzing with excitement as it was finally time to head outside and get our practice on.
So, we found this perfect shady spot under a really big tree, and I started breaking down the whole cultivation thing for Emily. I talked about the different types of Qi, how they can really shape a cultivator's abilities, and what they can expect in the future. After I felt like I had given her a solid overview, I pulled out this small, worn wooden box I had been keeping close.
Inside were two special pills that could really give Emily a nice little boost. The first one, a vibrant red, was the Qi veins strengthening pill. Exactly what it sounds like—it toughens up your veins so you can soak up Qi without turning your body into a wreck. Then there was the blue pill, the Qi cultivation one. It's pretty cool because it not only helps to calm a cultivator's mind but also boosts their energy for the whole process! While its other effect is to tame the rampant Qi in a cultivator's body when he absorbs the Qi for the first time. Perfect combo for getting started.
I took the opportunity to elucidate the various applications and benefits of the two distinct pills to Emily, who, motivated by our discussion, promptly embarked on her cultivation journey. Despite my unwavering confidence in her inherent abilities regarding cultivation, a sense of trepidation lingered within me; hence, I chose to remain nearby, attentively observing her progress until approximately ten minutes had elapsed. At long last, I witnessed her successfully absorb the Qi, a development that signified her situation had indeed stabilized.
I subsequently advised Emily to concentrate solely on absorbing Advanced Qi. My rationale behind this guidance was to ensure she cultivates a robust foundation, even though it may inevitably decelerate her advancement towards the Bronze Core realm. Nevertheless, I maintain strong confidence that she will achieve this milestone well in advance of the upcoming University examination. It is worth noting that, within the original storyline of the game, Emily began her cultivation journey approximately one month later and was devoid of the vital assistance provided by the two pills. In the absence of such enhancements, a cultivator might experience a delay of 15 to 20 days before successfully forming their initial circle.
Personally, I did not require these pills at the onset of my journey, as the original Ray had already utilized them, achieving the impressive third circle of cultivation. The dissolution of my cultivation by the system did not compromise my physical resilience; thus, my body remains attuned to the infusion of Qi.
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