"This one, boss. The Silent Stream Breathing Technique. This is from an obscure intermediate-grade sect that has only been recorded vaguely in history. I think it’s called Profound Stream Sect. It enhances control over the flow of spiritual energy and increases perception of your surroundings. It also allows your body to passively take in spiritual energy while maintaining the speed of your energy cycle. Perfect for someone like you who seems to draw in spiritual energy like a sponge."
Hiding how he marveled at Xiaoyu’s knowledge, Lin Mo raised an eyebrow, pulling the manual off the shelf.
The source of this c𝐨ntent is freeweɓnovēl.coɱ.
Through the Divine System Interface, he was able to read the description that she mentioned. It’s also described as a ’rare technique for those with naturally attuned spiritual core’ but Lin Mo didn’t know what that meant. All that he knew was that he was given perfect spiritual resonance from the blessing of his Celestial Providence: Heaven’s Favor.
"And how do you know all this?" He asked, studying the illustrations. "This book has the same vibe as the one Taihao gave me."
She puffed up her chest as she confidently lied through her teeth.
"I’ve read it yesterday! When you’re busy lazing around the counter. Anyway, boss. I thought this would fit you best. The Silent Stream Breathing Technique is known for being very subtle, allowing its practitioner to blend in with the environment while passively accumulating spiritual energy. It might even help you mask the effect of your Celestial Providence! You’re going to start drawing in a lot of spiritual energy around you. It will also give you a proper means of utilizing it on your own. And also…" Her smile turned into a sly grin, "It will give you more time to be a diligent Shopkeeper!"
Lin Mo smirked. "Alright, I’ll take your word for it, my wise assistant. If this doesn’t work, I’ll charge you with half of its price" He picked it up and used his Personal Balance to pay for it.
It costs him 50 Spirit Stones. With the changes in pricing, their wages and bonus getting added to their Personal Balance turned out to be also equivalent to a high-grade Spirit Stone.
"Come on, boss. Don’t be petty like that! Your cute, prodigious assistant is graciously helping you out. It’s still your choice whether to listen to me or not!"
"Sure. Sure. Call me when it’s time to open the store. I’ll go and study this inside."
With that, Lin Mo retreated to their quarters, leaving his assistant behind who immediately nodded and began hopping back to check out the shelves again.
Settling back onto his bed and sitting down in a lotus position, Lin Mo took a deep breath to start his meditation. The only sound in the room was the soft hum of the store’s mystical energy, creating a serene atmosphere.
After clearing his mind, he exhaled and placed the Silent Stream Breathing Technique manual on the table. Despite its sleek new modern-style cover, it emanated a faint spiritual glow proving its authenticity.
He flipped open the manual and his eyes instantly focused on the pages filled with intricate diagrams and flowing script.
The first section detailed the technique’s core philosophy.
"Like a stream flowing through the earth, spiritual energy must be guided with patience and precision. Let it flow naturally, and it will nourish the dantian without disruption. Force it, and the stream will overflow, leaving chaos in its wake."
Lin Mo nodded to himself. The technique’s emphasis on subtlety and control aligned well with his own cautious nature. He began reading the introductory steps, which described a specific breathing rhythm that mimicked the gentle ebb and flow of a stream.
As he started practicing, he felt a slight resistance at first, like trying to match the rhythm of a song he’d never heard before.
But as he focused, the spiritual energy around him seemed to respond, flowing toward him in a gentle, steady stream.
Even though his comprehension was still lacking, he could sense that it was the effect of his Perfect Spiritual Resonance. Resonating with the surrounding spiritual energy felt like second nature to him.
His dantian, now more attuned to accumulating energy within after his subsequent breakthrough yesterday, absorbed them with surprising ease.
Lin Mo couldn’t but smile inwardly as the sensation was different from his earlier attempts at cultivation. It is calmer and smoother than ever.
If Xiaoyu could see him at the moment, she’d be shocked at how quickly his body devoured the surrounding spiritual energy. Even without the use of a spirit stone or a pill that could enhance absorption, his efficiency was more than ten times.
Time passed unnoticed as Lin Mo immersed himself in the practice.
And at each minute, his comprehension of the Silent Stream Breathing Technique deepened.
After what felt like hours, a soft chime echoed in his mind. When he opened his eyes, the system panels flashed in front of his eyes.
[Celestial Providence Activated: Silent Stream Breathing Technique has been permanently enhanced]
[Passive Spiritual Energy Absorption: +100% efficiency]
[Spiritual Perception: +200% range]
"Permanently enhanced? Just like that? Heaven’s Favor is so OP! And Xiaoyu wasn’t kidding, this technique really is something else," he muttered, a satisfied smile on his face.
The passive spiritual energy absorption was already impressive, but the expanded perception range was what truly caught his attention. He closed his eyes and focused, allowing his newfound spiritual perception to stretch outward.
He could sense the faint hum of the store’s mechanisms, the subtle fluctuations in Liu Xiaoyu’s spiritual energy as she moved about the shop, and even the distant ripple of energy from the early risers in Fanling City.
"It’s like having a radar," Lin Mo mused, his lips curling into a small smile. "This will definitely come in handy."
As he stood up, he felt a newfound lightness in his steps. His body felt stronger and more attuned to the world around him. He glanced at his dantian and confirmed that it was steadily filling with spiritual energy even without active effort.
But before he could revel in his progress, a familiar voice called from outside.
"Boss! It’s time to open the store! And we’ve already got a line forming!"
Lin Mo sighed, closing the manual and setting it aside. "No rest for the diligent Shopkeeper, huh? Alright. Let’s start this new day and aim for higher sales than yesterday! As if!"
Rather than higher sales, they’d surely be faced with complaints for the vague pricing for the past three days. If Yu Qingyan returned… she would definitely not be happy.
Upon stepping out into the store area, he was greeted by the sight of Liu Xiaoyu bouncing excitedly near the counter.
"Boss, look!" She pointed outside and sure enough, there was already a line forming, waiting for the signage at the door to be flipped.
Seeing that, Lin Mo couldn’t help but give them a satisfied nod, "How obedient."