Infinite Awakening: My Exp Doubles Everyday novel Chapter 34

Chapter 34: Picking Another Technique

As Xiang Yu examined his updated status screen, he nodded with quiet acceptance. Just as he had anticipated, the exchange rate had shifted once again to ten-to-one. Though potentially discouraging, he remained undeterred—progress was progress, regardless of the increasing difficulty curve. The steady advancement of his stats confirmed his path was working, even if the pace felt glacial at times.

"Still," he mused while absently rubbing his sore muscles, "there must be a way to accelerate this."

A sudden inspiration struck him like lightning. His junior sister always trained with weighted clothing, simultaneously developing her techniques and body refinement. The dual-purpose approach was elegantly efficient—why hadn’t he thought of this sooner?

With weighted clothes creating constant resistance, every movement would require additional effort, potentially amplifying his technique improvement. The added pressure might even accelerate his progress beyond the standard rate. There was just one glaring problem: he already struggled against Li Yao at peak performance. How would he fare when deliberately handicapping himself?

Xiang Yu weighed the consequences carefully. A few extra bruises seemed a small price to pay for accelerated cultivation. His lips curved into a wry smile as he mentally apologized to his future self. "Sorry. This sacrifice is for the greater good of our survival."

The decision made, he allowed himself to sink into his simple bed. Tomorrow would bring new challenges, but for now, rest was essential.

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Dawn broke with remarkable swiftness, the mountain air crisp and invigorating as Xiang Yu faced Li Yao in their training clearing. The weighted garments he’d acquired pressed against his frame, making even the simplest movements require conscious effort.

Li Yao extended her hand, helping him rise after another punishing takedown. Her eyebrows lifted with genuine surprise. "I hadn’t expected senior brother to also put on weighted clothes," she remarked, curiosity evident in her voice.

Xiang Yu dusted himself off, adjusting to the unfamiliar heaviness encumbering his limbs. "Just thought it would be more convenient to train both body refining and techniques simultaneously," he explained, settling back into his stance as they resumed their sparring session.

From his private chambers, Elder Guo observed his disciples with undisguised pride. Their dedication manifested in every movement, every strike, every moment of focused determination.

"Your disciples are really dedicated," Huang Fengqi commented, seated comfortably beside him as she watched the training unfold below.

"They are," Elder Guo nodded, satisfaction evident in his tone. His approval lasted only moments before suspicion crept in. "Also, what are you doing here?" he asked, eyebrows furrowing.

Huang Fengqi’s melodious laughter filled the chamber. "Come on, senior brother, don’t be like that! I just wanted to keep you company and watch my martial nephew’s training," she explained, her eyes twinkling with mischief.

"Don’t you have your own pavilion to look after?" he pressed, skepticism clear in his weathered features.

"I do, but it’s so boring staying there by myself all day," she replied with a casual wave of her hand.

"Hmph, don’t think I don’t know what you’re planning," Elder Guo grumbled, closing his eyes to resume his cultivation. Huang Fengqi observed him with an amused smile before settling into her own meditative posture.

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In the training ground, Xiang Yu leaned heavily against a tree, sweat drenching his garments as he struggled to catch his breath. The weighted clothes transformed even basic movements into torture. How did his junior sister make it look so effortless? Despite the agony, he could feel improvements taking root within his body—subtle changes that promised future strength. The sensation alone made the suffering worthwhile.

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