Cultivation Realms

After a few minutes, Luo Yan raised his hands, silencing the class. "Enough, you all can discuss later," he said, turning back to the chalkboard and scribbling Meridians in big letters.

He faced the class once more and began, "Every one of us has meridians inside. When we absorb qi, it enters our meridians and nourishes them, making them stronger. These meridians act as a pathway, and the more time you spend refining and strengthening them, the greater your qi reserves become."

He paused for a moment before continuing. "With enough practice, your meridians become stronger, and your control over qi increases. Once you reach a certain point, your body will naturally undergo a breakthrough, allowing you to rise to the next realm.

The class fell into a heavy silence, each disciple reflecting on the words that had just been spoken. Meanwhile, Zhang Fei's gaze momentarily flicked to the green-haired girl, and his cock twitched, itching for a taste.

Fuck, she's fine, he thought, but he shifted his gaze back to Luo Yan, calming his horny ass down.

Pussy can wait—this qi shit's actually dope, he mused, leaning forward on the table.

Just then, a girl raised her hand and stood, slicing through the silence like a blade. Zhang Fei's eyes shifted to her, and he nearly whistled out loud.

Holy fuck, who is this goddess? he thought, his cock twitching back to life.

She had silky, black hair that flowed to her shoulders paired with deep black eyes. Unlike the other chicks who flaunted their curves, she wore a modest, covering hanfu. But somehow, that just made her hotter.

The class buzzed instantly, whispers spreading like wildfires as disciples leaned into each other.

"That's Lian Mei—sister of one of the Phoenixes of the outer sect," a guy muttered near the front, loud enough for Zhang Fei to hear.

"Yeah, her beauty's unreal—guess it runs in the family," another girl added.

"She's too pretty—way outta anyone's league here," a nerd up front addressed.

Zhang Fei's grin faded, replaced by confusion. Phoenix? The fuck's a Phoenix? Some badass bird shit?

His cock was still hard, but his brain was a mess, trying to piece it together.

Meanwhile, Luo Yan turned from the board, raising an eyebrow at her. "Lian Mei, what's on your mind?" He asked curiously.

Zhang Fei leaned forward, his eyes locked on her. Fuck meridians; I need to know this chick.

The whispers kept coming.

"She's untouchable."

"Her sister's a monster in the outer sect."

"Bet she's stuck-up as hell."

Zhang Fei's confusion deepened. Phoenix of the outer sect? Her sister's a big deal? His cock twitched harder. Don't care—she's mine to chase.

Lian Mei stood gracefully, her gaze unwavering as she asked, "Teacher, could you explain the different martial realms and their significance?"

Luo Yan chuckled, clearly impressed by her interest. "Sure. Looks like someone's eager to climb the ladder," he said, his eyes sweeping over the class, making sure everyone was paying attention. "Listen up."

"The martial path is divided into 7 realms, each marking a significant leap in strength. First, you have the Qi Refining realm—the stage all of you are currently in. At this level, you do nothing but absorb qi and nourish your meridians. Think of your meridians as rivers—at first, they're weak, unable to carry much qi. But as you refine, they widen and strengthen, allowing for a greater flow."

He paused, letting the students absorb his words. "When your meridians are sufficiently developed, they will condense into a core. This is what leads to the Qi Foundation realm."

Zhang Fei rested his chin on his hand. So, this is the grind phase, huh?

Luo Yan continued, "In the Qi Foundation realm, you test your affinity with the martial elements—fire, water, wind, and earth. This is a crucial step because your elemental affinity will define the path you take in martial cultivation. Each element resonates differently with each person, so it's important to understand your connection. Once you have tested your affinity, you spend the majority of your time fusing that element with your Qi core."

Luo Yan's gaze turned sharp, as if he knew the internal psyche of the disciples. "Now, don't get too excited. Many martial artists, even the most talented ones, remain stuck in this realm for centuries. Fusing an element with your core is no easy task—it requires time, patience, and consistent effort."

He gave them all a moment to let the weight of that truth settle before continuing.

"Once you've successfully merged an element with your Qi core, that's when you'll enter the next realm—the Profound Meridian realm."

He let that sink in, watching the expressions shift across the disciples' faces. Some were wide-eyed with excitement, others furrowed their brows in deep thought.

He took a deep breath. "As the name suggests, your simple Qi storage evolves into something far more profound. At this stage, you are no longer just an ordinary human. You inherit the true title of a martial artist."

His gaze once again swept across the room. "These are the warriors who form the backbone of great sects. The elders of our sect? They are all at this level or beyond."

Zhang Fei smirked to himself. No longer just human? That's the kind of shit I like to hear. His eyes flicked to Lian Mei, curious how she was taking it. But the girl was unreadable, standing there with a neutral expression.