With the package of resources safely stored away, Song Shuhang's heart swells with excitement. The prospect of mastering the Flying Saber Technique, a method that will allow him to soar through the heavens, fills him with a childlike wonder. It has always been his dream to defy gravity and glide freely among the clouds.
The following day, Shuhang finds a secluded spot, away from prying eyes, to immerse himself in the practice of the Flying Saber Technique. He carefully reads through the detailed instructions, visualizing each step in his mind. With a deep breath, he focuses his energy, channeling it into his body, and leaps into the air.
His movements are at first clumsy and erratic, resembling more of a stumbling dance than true flight. But with every attempt, Shuhang grows more familiar with the technique, his body gradually adapting to the concept of defying gravity. He gains a sense of balance, feeling the wind beneath his feet as he hovers above the ground with his saber. A mixture of exhilaration and triumph surges through his veins, and a wide grin spreads across his face. He can almost taste the freedom of the skies.
After his practice, still buzzing with energy and enthusiasm, Shuhang decides to call his friends and share the revelation of cultivation with them.
Shuhang takes a deep breath, his heart pounding as he dials the numbers of his friends. The phone rings, and after a moment, Gao Moumou picks up.
"Hey, Shuhang! What's up?" Gao Moumou's cheerful voice echoes through the phone.
"Hey, Gao Moumou. I need to talk to you all urgently," Shuhang replies, his voice filled with a sense of urgency. "Could you put it on loudspeaker? It's important that everyone hears this."
Curiosity piqued, Gao Moumou obliges and activates the loudspeaker function, ensuring that their other two friends, Lin Tubo and Li Yangde, can hear the conversation as well.
"Alright, you're on loudspeaker now. What's going on, Shuhang?" Gao Moumou asks with a hint of seriousness evident in his voice.
Shuhang takes a moment to gather his thoughts before speaking. "Listen, all of you, what I'm about to say may sound unbelievable, but I need you to trust me. The Mortal World is on the brink of chaos and Cultivation is real."
Gao Moumou chuckles lightly. "Chaos? Cultivation? Are you writing a fantasy novel now, Shuhang?"
"No, it's not a joke," Shuhang insists, his voice earnest. "I received a message from Zenith Heaven Emperor warning us about the chaos that's approaching. He told me to inform everyone I care about, so they have a head start in understanding the supernatural world."
There's a brief pause on the other end, followed by Tubo's voice filled with skepticism. "Zenith Heaven Emperor? Cultivation? Come on, Shuhang, this sounds like some elaborate prank. Are you sure you haven't been watching too many fantasy movies?"
As the words escape Shuhang's lips, he suddenly realizes the source of his friends' surprise. He mentally facepalms, feeling a mix of embarrassment and amusement. "Oh, wait, guys! My mistake. It wasn't Zenith Heaven Emperor who directly contacted me. It was actually Hei Bei!"
His friends exchange puzzled glances, and Gao Moumou's voice fills the air once again. "Hei Bei? Isn't he our fifth dormmate? Why would he be involved in all this cultivation stuff?"
Shuhang chuckles sheepishly. "I know, it sounds strange, but it turns out Hei Bei is more than he seems. He's a knowledgeable and powerful cultivator who goes by that name. He's been guiding me on this journey, and he warned me about the chaos that's about to unfold."
Shuhang sighs, frustration evident in his voice. "I know it sounds incredible, but I've seen things that can't be explained by ordinary means. I've witnessed cultivators performing extraordinary feats, harnessing immense power. It's real, I promise you!"
Su Clan's Sixteen, usually soft-spoken, speaks up cautiously. "Shuhang, I trust you, but this is a lot to take in. Can you give us more details? Help us understand why we should believe you?"
Taking a deep breath, Shuhang launches into an explanation, recounting his encounters with various cultivators, and the impending chaos that threatens their world.
As he finishes speaking, there's a silence on the other end of the line. Shuhang anxiously waits for their response, unsure of how his friends will react.
Finally, Gao Moumou breaks the silence. "Shuhang, this is... crazy! I mean, I've always known you were a bit eccentric, but this takes the cake."
Tubo's voice follows, a mix of doubt and curiosity. "I'm not fully convinced, but I'm willing to hear more. Let's meet up, Shuhang. Maybe you can show us some of these cultivator powers firsthand."
Shuhang smiles, relief flooding through him. "Thank you, guys. Let's gather at 'The Dragon's Roar' restaurant tonight. I'll explain everything and answer any questions you may have."
As the call ends, Shuhang's thoughts immediately turn to his cousin, Zhao Yaya. Realizing that he doesn't want to repeat the entire introduction to cultivation again, he quickly dials her number.
The phone rings a few times before his cousin picks up. "Hey, Shuhang! What's going on?"
Shuhang takes a deep breath, his voice brimming with urgency. "Yaya, I need you to listen carefully. Something big is about to happen in the world, and I want to introduce you to the concept of cultivation. It's crucial that you understand what's at stake."
His cousin's tone becomes curious. "Cultivation? Like in those martial arts novels you're always reading?"
Shuhang nods, even though his cousin can't see him. "Exactly! But it's not just fiction. Cultivation is real, and it's tied to an impending chaos that threatens our world. I've seen cultivators with my own eyes, and I've been given resources to help us prepare."
Zhao Yaya chuckles, not fully grasping the gravity of the situation. "Come on, Shuhang. You've always been imaginative, but this sounds like a wild fantasy. Are you sure you're not pulling my leg?"
Shuhang's voice grows more earnest. "I swear this is not a joke. I wouldn't call you with something this important if it weren't true. Please, meet me at 'The Dragon's Roar' tonight. I'll explain everything in detail, show you some demonstrations, and answer any questions you have. It's crucial that you understand what's coming."
There's a pause on the other end, and Shuhang holds his breath, hoping his cousin will take him seriously. Finally, she sighs. "Alright, Shuhang. I'll come to the restaurant tonight. But if this turns out to be a prank or some elaborate scheme, I'm going to make you regret it!"
Relief washes over Shuhang as he thanks his cousin profusely. "Thank you, Yaya. I promise you won't regret this."
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After the call ended with his friends!
His words made the three speechless. At this moment, they could almost confirm that Song Shuhang was suffering from some mental diseases, which were extremely serious!
This time they really started to think that Song Shuhang was a psycho!
Especially Gao Moumou, him getting kidnapped and forced to write a movie script by his good friend really did a major blow to him.
Not knowing what to do, they remembered that Song Shuhang has an older cousin that is a medical student.
"Yangde, can you do me a favor?" Lin Tubo asked as he looked at Li Yangde at this moment.
Li Yangde answered, "What do you want?"
"Please can you find out the number of his cousin, I want to discuss something with her about out friend!" Lin Tubo said.
After a while, Li Yangde, the hacker he is, succeeds in finding out the number of Song Shuhangs cousin. Quickly they call her to ask if their friend escaped a mental hospital and what to do, only to realize that Shuhang also called her regarding the topic of cultivation.
As their call went on Gao Moumou asked "Ms. Zhao, would you please do me a favor?"
"Please ask someone to follow Shuhang. I'm afraid he has just escaped from a madhouse! Ask someone to take care of him and stop him from making any trouble! I hope you could get him treatment in the best hospital!" Gao Moumou said, while his two friends nodded in agreement.
"Eh…OK, I will ask someone to do that!" Zhao Yaya said, nodding her head after a short hesitation.
At this moment, Song Shuhang, who only wanted the best for his friends and family, didn't know he had been deemed as a psycho by others!