Wang Li found that it was not what he had imagined; the experience gained through battle did not directly increase his spirit power. Instead, it caused his spirit power to surge wildly within his body along a profound path.
As his spirit power continuously advanced and surged wildly, it also rapidly grew stronger bit by bit, a growth he could clearly perceive himself.
A sudden realization flashed through Wang Li's mind: although this was a game panel, he was not truly in a game World. Therefore, experience could not be directly converted into spirit power; instead, it was similar to idle cultivation in boosting spirit power.
Currently, the circulation of spirit power within Wang Li's body was not guided by his consciousness; it was as if it had been taken over by someone. Although his spirit power was increasing, he was not deliberately guiding it during this process—wasn't this idle cultivation?
Wait...
A bold idea formed in Wang Li's mind: was the current circulation path of spirit power within his body a top-tier meditation technique? Could the basic meditation technique taught in the academy be more advanced and suitable for him than this one?
Thinking of this, Wang Li felt a surge of excitement. As long as he memorized this set of spirit power circulation paths, he would not lose out no matter what. At the very least, he would gain an excellent meditation technique for free.
Wang Li acted immediately. He firmly composed himself, his consciousness following his spirit power as it continuously advanced within his body. He memorized the spirit power circulation path while observing the changes in his body and meridians as the spirit power flowed.
Unaware of the passage of time during cultivation, Wang Li didn't know how long had passed. Suddenly, the circulation of spirit power within his body became sluggish, with every step requiring immense effort and stamina.
However, the feeling of spirit power enhancement was too wonderful, and Wang Li was unwilling to awaken. So, he actively used his consciousness to envelop and guide his spirit power to continue circulating.
This set of spirit power circulation paths was quite intricate and profound. Previously, it felt like idle cultivation, naturally easy and pleasant. Now, Wang Li was relying on memory and muscle memory to mobilize his spirit power, and the hardships and difficulties constantly presented themselves before him.
He was very tired, incredibly tired. It was like carrying a heavy load, both his mind and body feeling exhausted and weary.
If not for the refreshing sensation brought by the increase in spirit power, which nourished Wang Li's consciousness and motivated him to persevere, he probably would have truly given up.
One cycle, two cycles... Each cycle of spirit power circulation within his body brought immense improvement. Three cycles, four cycles—Wang Li was already exhausted.
Five cycles. Wang Li instantly stopped. It felt as if steel needles were pricking his head, and a wave of emptiness swept through his body. This feeling was very unpleasant.
Wang Li opened his eyes. spirit power enhancement was wonderful, but the process of enhancing spirit power also required effort and stamina. No wonder cultivation was something that needed a balance of work and rest; it wasn't something one could persevere in just by wanting to.
Enduring the headache, Wang Li opened his panel:
Host: Wang Li
Spirit: Blue Silver Grass Lv2 (Evolving)
spirit power: Level 5 (9%)+
Trait: Vitality Lv2 (Blue Silver Grass, found in every corner of the Continent, though pitifully weak, possesses strong vitality. Injuries can slowly recover.)
Passive: Tenacity Lv2 (What doesn't kill me makes me stronger. When facing any abnormal status, as long as direct death is avoided, physical constitution becomes stronger after recovery.)
spirit ring: None
Spirit Bone: None
Experience: 0
Experience returning to zero was within Wang Li's expectations, but his spirit power level greatly exceeded them. A single cultivation session had led to two consecutive breakthroughs—wasn't this gain too immense?
Wang Li's eyes showed both surprise and delight. A single sparring session with Wang Sheng had significantly boosted his spirit power level. As long as he continuously engaged in battles and gained experience, he would be able to level up quickly.
This made him very happy. Moreover, that wasn't all; the spirit power circulation path provided by idle cultivation was itself a top-tier meditation technique.
He refused to believe that an ordinary meditation technique could completely drain his energy and stamina after only five cycles of operation.
This situation could only arise from a top-tier meditation technique.
Wang Li smiled. It seemed it wouldn't be long before he reached Level 10 and became a one-ring Spirit Master; it was already within reach.
He glanced at the dormitory door. Unbeknownst to him, it had already turned dark. Perhaps because he had woken up, Wang Li saw Tang San walking quickly towards him.
Wang Li sat up from his bed. Tang San also walked up to him and said without hesitation:
"Wang Li, I need to ask you a favor. My teacher is taking me to acquire a spirit ring tomorrow, so I won't be at the academy for a while. The academy's assigned garden cleaning can only be handled by you and Xiao Wu."
"When I return, I'll complete all the remaining cleaning tasks for this year, and you'll still receive a salary. Xiao Wu has already agreed; are you willing?"
Although he said 'favor,' it was more like an announcement. Wang Li didn't refuse and said with a smile:
"Sure. To be able to acquire a spirit ring the day after enrolling is truly an enviable talent."
Tang San's expression relaxed slightly, then he said, perhaps as comfort or perfunctorily:
"Your talent isn't bad either; you'll definitely reach Level 10 quickly."
Upon hearing this, the corner of Wang Li's mouth curved slightly, but it quickly returned to normal:
"I hope so."
After Tang San left, Wang Li closed his eyes and rested for a moment. His head felt like it was being pricked with needles, urging him to sleep, but the emptiness in his body was urging him to fill his stomach.
It was already dark, and Wang Li wasn't sure if there was still food in the cafeteria, so he could only take out some dry food and fruits, hastily eat some to fill his stomach, and then, unable to resist, went straight to bed.
The next day!
Wang Li was woken up by Wang Sheng. Even after sleeping for a whole night, he was still very sleepy.
Shaking his head vigorously, Wang Li couldn't help but sigh, this meditation technique truly had a strong after-effect, completely as if his body had been drained.
But he definitely couldn't sleep anymore. Getting up, putting on his school uniform, Wang Li felt the fabric; it was better than any clothes he had worn before.
After using the restroom, washing his face and brushing his teeth, he followed everyone to the cafeteria to fill his stomach first.
All work-study students also had to go to their respective classrooms according to their grade. The upcoming opening ceremony would be arranged by the homeroom teacher.
Every year was largely the same: the principal's speech, discussing the history of Spirit Masters; the director's speech, discussing the academy's development, a summary of the past year, plans for the new year, encouraging everyone to cultivate diligently, and how outstanding graduates would be recommended to famous Intermediate Soul Master Academies...