As Vernor asked, there were several problems well I was happy by getting a system which I only read on web novel''s . That''s not the problem the problem was how I got that, it''s not like I have a super powerfull god relative who gave it to me ans send me here, nah it''s impossible, though for a moment I was considering that, the second was Vernor was unbelievably cute.
So even if he was cute it was important, " Umm.. Vernor? I''m lu ming, but what are you a AI? "
Vernor seemed Confused, " Master, I don''t know what a AI is. I am a manifestation of your inner world principles. I was formed and shaped by the resonance between your spiritual core and the system activation. I work is to assist you in developing and maintaining you inner world.
"The answer I got was not the answer I expecting, on other hand it raised so many more questions".
Well I decided to focus on present instead of thinking those, " So vernor what should I do, how should I devlop this place "
"According to the System''s analysis, the most practical first step would be establishing proper energy circulation," Vernor explained, waving his hand to create a diagrams in the void. "Your current spiritual energy intake is unstructured. By implementing basic circulation patterns, we can increase energy density and begin expanding the available space."
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Task Generated: Establish Basic Energy Circulation
Reward: Increased energy efficiency, potential space expansion
Difficulty: Beginner
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"The System can provide real-time feedback on your circulation attempts," Vernor added. "Would you like to try?"
"Let''s do it," I agreed. "Show me how to establish proper energy circulation."
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Initiating Basic Circulation Tutorial...
Step 1: Visualize energy flow paths...
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As Vernor began explaining the process, there were various diegrams, I couldn''t help but smile.
Of course it was untill I became tired of living, and hungry for attention that is, and I never gonna let that happen.
And more so, now that I had a cute spiritual AI to help me figure it out.
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Basic Tutorial Beginning...
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He found himself standing in the heart of his newly discovered inner world—a one-cubic-meter space that seemed simultaneously boundless and claustrophobic. The energy within drifted aimlessly, resembling Green fireflies trapped in an invisible jar.
“Wow,” Lu Ming muttered. “It’s… small.”
“Your observational skills are impressive, Host,” Vernor said, unimpressed. “Size is irrelevant at this stage. What matters is structure. Now pay attention.”
Suddenly, a translucent diagram materialized in Lu Ming’s mind, projected by Vernor. It resembled a glowing network of interconnected nodes and pathways, reminiscent of a cosmic circuit board. At the center was a larger node—the Origin Node.
“Focus on the Origin Node,” Vernor instructed. “It corresponds to the area near your navel in the physical world and is the foundation of all energy flow. Gather energy into this node. Slowly. Carefully. Don’t—”
“Rush, yeah, I got it,” Lu Ming interrupted, rolling his eyes.
“I was going to say, ‘don’t blow yourself up,’ but your interpretation works too.”
Lu Ming grimaced. “Noted.”
He directed his consciousness toward the Origin Node, visualizing the golden motes converging. They resisted at first, scattering like panicked birds. Lu Ming gritted his teeth, pushing harder, his brow furrowing with the effort. Sweat began to bead on his forehead.If you stumble upon this narrative on Amazon, it''s taken without the author''s consent. Report it.
“This is harder than it looks,” he muttered.
“Correction: It is difficult. But that’s largely due to your lack of discipline.”
“Wow, Vernor. Thanks for the vote of confidence.”
“I am merely stating facts. Shall I continue with the instructions or schedule a pity party instead?”
Lu Ming groaned. “Just tell me what to do.”
“Good. Now, expand the energy outward,” Vernor said, ignoring the sarcasm. “Let it flow along the paths I’ve shown you. Create circulation, ensuring a continuous loop.”
Lu Ming exhaled deeply, visualizing the energy branching out from the Origin Node like tiny streams feeding into a network of canals. The energy hesitated, faltering like a novice dancer unsure of their steps. But with Vernor’s incessant coaching—
“Careful. That’s too fast. Slower. No, slower! Do you want to destabilize the node?”
“I get it, I get it!”
—the energy finally began to flow.
The first circuit was sluggish, like an old wheel creaking into motion. But as it completed its loop, the pathways began to brighten. The flow smoothed, gaining momentum with each rotation.
“It’s working,” Lu Ming whispered, awe tinging his voice as the once-chaotic motes of energy now danced in harmonious rhythm.
“Indeed,” Vernor replied, a rare hint of approval in his tone. “You’ve established your first circulation pattern. While rudimentary, it allows you to absorb ambient spiritual energy and refine it within your inner world.”
Lu Ming opened his eyes, a faint glow lingering in them before fading. He felt… different. Lighter, yet grounded. Like a dam within him had broken, releasing a gentle stream where there had once been only silence.
“Is this it?” he asked, his voice a mix of excitement and exhaustion.
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Current Status: Inner World
Size: 2.3 cubic meters
Energy Density: 33/100
Features Unlocked: Basic Circulation Paths
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“This is merely the beginning,” Vernor replied. “Your current circulation pattern is basic, capable of processing only a fraction of your potential. With time, you will refine and expand it, improving its efficiency. For now, focus on stabilization. Consistency is—”
“Key. Yeah, yeah, I’ve heard the mantra,” Lu Ming interrupted, smirking. “Anything else, Coach Vernor?”
“Yes. Avoid reckless behavior. You are operating at the intelligence threshold of an infant in this domain. Do not overestimate your abilities.”
Lu Ming chuckled. “Noted. I’ll try not to blow myself up… again.”
“Excellent. Your survival benefits us both.”
"Say, Vernor. You aren''t this talkative when you first appeard some time ago, what''s the cathch? "
"Well, host the system is helping me in quickly adapting as your preference. And I''m also processing Host''s dormant previous life memories in real time, to be helpfull to host."
"You can access my memories? Lu ming asked, " Well system bind to your soul and so am I, it would be unheard of if that''s not the case —Though I have to say host''s dieing moment was grand in various ways. "
"Shut up, don''t peek on my memories".i replied, so what should I do, it was a embarrassing way of dieing, how can let him peet in it. And there''s had many other shameful things.
And suddenly door knocked, guess who it was —it was ling dong, he was carrying a bowl in his hand. "What happened to you, you didn''t went to eat, wait you seem different.... Did you also made it to qi condension stage? " Asking questions at the same time he handed me the bowl.
"Well, the problem was hindering me was solved, by the way thanks for it" I sincerely thanked, I started to feel hungry and time..
"You should feel thankfull, if not for me you can forget about eating today, " He sneered, " As compensation we should treat me later as well. "
"We''ll see that when the time comes" I answerd.
"Okay, bye see yaa... " He turned around and leave as he come, I also finished eating. And as always started meditation. Now my recent quest was making that newly established path stable.
Next day morning senior sister wun''er , " Oh! Your energy circulation improved a lot compared to the past week, but its not stable." She commented," I''m trying my best senior sister" I replied , yes I''m trying my best to not let notice,
"Keet it up, remember spiritual energy flows like water through channels, don''t try to force it, guide it with precision".
Well tencnically I did what she said but there''s a twist..
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System notice —
Due to creating almost fully precised circulation paths..
It''s Potentially identiffible risks - higher than 90% (increased)
Advanced Camouflage ( Activated)
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Yes! that''s how it is, thank god system had this feature, or I was going to be in a tight situation. Wait I was now in a cultivation world where any one can be gods right, thank (system) .
"Yes, senior sister I''ll try hard. " He was trying hard to look concerned
"You look having hard time, wanna go eat something latter. " Of course it was ling dong. How much does he need to eat, "No thanks, I''m gonna cultivate, another time may be. " I declined politely.
The morning session ended, without to much noise. It''s meal time and I was super hungry, but before we got the chance a commotion broke out in the hall .
"A inner disciple coming" A warnning spread, around in lightning speed, Every one was silent and eyes in ground. So as I , it was the first thing that old elder warned me about. The whole rooms pressure starting to rise up, like a heavy fog.
Even system give me a warning
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Warning: Elevated spiritual pressure detected
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Recommended Action: Maintain steady circulation to prevent energy disruption.
Shut your damn window, do you think I would be Unscratched if I resist it. You better note it down that our first priority is not attracting attention.
And that when it happened, " You there, " That inner disciple said suddenly, "yes you, the one resisting the pressure. " See didn''t I tell you, I saw with a narrow view it was one of the top candidates in new recruits, he was surprisingly well build was means nothing in front of absolute power.
"What''s your name, " He demanded, "Interesting, you just a new recruit try to resist us? " He said while raising a eyebrow. "Well no matter, come to the training ground, at evening, we will do some training, you gaining practical experience", he said making a a hand symbol in both hands.
Wow, would you see that gaining practical experience, great, just great.
" He is in trouble, that guy is Mo Feng, one of the rising star among the inner disciples. He''s known for taking... Special care of his juniors who shows potential. " Ling dong whisperedwhispered in my ears.
"Special care? "
"Well nothing serious, only that his last training partner was spent only a week in healing hall —So try your best to not gain his interest, or you might also get some ''special care''.. " He said.
Wonderful, I seem to avoided a disaster, if I followed system''s instructions I might be there in his place.
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