Chapter 30: Chapter 29: True Supreme Exercise
A/N:
I am adding the FLEX stat in the sytem. It stands for flexibility.
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The boys were confused by Dean’s question. Their confusion showed on their faces as Dean continued, "Has the old man really trained you? If he did, then you are one of the worst students one could ask for.
Even a second year from the Academy could wipe the floor with you in terms of pure skill. You both have a physique thats perfect for combat but it is wasted on you two."
The boys were confused. This was the first time they were being berated like this but Dean still wasn’t done yet.
"Your bloodline is a combination of Angels, Demons, and Neo-Humans. Two of those races are born war machines. It doesn’t matter what kind, both Angels and Demons could kick your asses if it wasn’t for your bloodline pressure. Even the ones that specialise in healing."
The boys looked at the floor. Dean could see that they were contemplating his words. They could feel his disappointment. Seeing this, his expression softened a little. He said, "Fortunately, you are still salvageable. Over the next four months I will be breaking you down from kids and building you back up into warriors. You shall address me as Commander during your training."
The boys’ expressions became resolute as they replied, "Yes Commander."
Dean said, "Go have your dinner and then rest. I want to see you here at 4 a.m sharp in the morning."
The boys did as they were told. They had dinner and went to sleep. They woke up at 3:30 in the morning and freshened up a little. Then they went to the training grounds. Dean was already waiting for them. He said, "Good. Atleast you can follow instructions."
The boys responded, "Yes Commander."
Dean said, "According to what you have told me, you both have gone through two major transformations and one minor transformation, all in the span of one year."
By the major transformations, he was refering to their Awakening and their rebirth. By minor change, he was refering to the initiation of the Celestial Trinity Racial Trait.
He continued, "I have to admit that I was a little too harsh last night. Your body has been destroyed and reformed too many times. You’re basically neweborns in bodies of adults because you haven’t had any time to get used to your own bodies. To some extent, all the training that you did was essentialy useless.
The biggest problem with training you guys is that you have too many abilities, too many things to focus on. So that is why, in these four months, we will be focusing solely on your body. I will train you so that you can reach at least 3 Stars in all of the physical stats i.e. STR, AGI, STA, FLEX, and VIT."
The boys looked doubtful. They knew their potential and how long it would take them to unearth all that potential. Dean saw the doubt on their faces and smiled. He added, "And your mana will be sealed during the training. That means no cultivating."
The boys’ expression changed again. They were seriously considering if Dean was messing with them. Dean smiled mysteriously. He asked, "How familiar are you boys with the Supreme Exercise?"
Zeke said, "Isn’t that the Body Vessel cultivation technique that Grandpa created?"
"Yes it is but that is not what I meant. I meant have you ever practiced the Supreme Exercise?"
Both boys shook their heads. Zeke said, "I started it in my other life but I found something more suitable for me."
Dean said, "What if I were to tell you that Supreme Exercise is the strongest Body vessel cultivation technique in the Federation. Even stronger that your Supreme Conduit Codex. Your technique only beats it in terms of synergy with other Vessels. But if we’re only looking at the Body Vessel, it has no match."
The boys were shocked. Dean continued, "Did you know that you can reach 5 Stars in every physical stat if you are able to complete the first stage?"
Zeke exclaimed, "You have got to be kidding me! No way thats true. It is the most widespread technique. Why haven’t been there more people with perfect stats?"
Dean said, "I never said that it was easy. I just said that it was possible. The first level of the Supreme exercise has five Chapters, one for each stat. Each Chapter becomes exceedingly difficult and painful as you proceed to its completion.
And there is another restriction. You have to start practicing this technique when you’re in the F Grade. It would work if you start later but you won’t be able to reach 5 Stars in any stat with it."
The boys thought about what Dean said. But Zeke had another doubt. He asked, "Wouldn’t it conflict with our cultivation technique? It is common knowledge that you can’t cultivate multiple techniques simultaneously for one Vessel."
Dean smiled mysteriously amd said, "Who said anything about the Vessels?"
"Huh?"
Dean continued, "Tell me, what is the Body Vessel?"
Cass replied, "A body that is capable of utilising mana."
He remembered the lesson that Zeke had given him.
Dean said, "Correct. The Body Vessel is a body that is capable of utilising mana. And as we strengthen the Body Vessel, our stats increase. But the goal of the Supreme Exercise isn’t to strengthen the Body Vessel. Instead it is the ultimate guide to strengthen the body."
Cass was still confused but Zeke was starting to understand what Dean meant. But if what he was thinking was right, then he couldn’t even imagine the consequences. His shock was quite visible on his face. Seeing this, Dean smiled even more. Cass on the other hand, looked at him and said, "Explain it to me too."
Zeke took a deep breath to calm himself down and said, "If what I’m thinking is right, then the Supreme Exercise isn’t a cultivation technique at all. Or at least the original technique isn’t. Now, I could be wrong, but I think it’s goal is to maximise the body’s potential without the use of mana. It is more of an accompanying technique that compliments all Body Vessel cultivation techniques."
Dean said, "Its honestly amazing that you were able to deduce this much from the vague explanation that I gave. And you are right. The Supreme Exercise that is circulating in the Federation is a version that was modified to serve as a Body Vessel cultivation technique.
The reason for that is the True Supreme Exercise is much more difficult and it requires a lot of resources. And by a lot, I mean a LOT. If not for your company and the mind boggling amount of wealth that it generates, I wouldn’t have told you about it. Instead of mana, it uses another energy to strengthen the body. We couldn’t decide what to call it so we just named it nutrition.
I know, it sounds weird but hear me out. You need to eat food that is rich in energy, i.e food that has evolved to another level. You already that with each Grade that you achieve, your body leaps into another level of life. If you want to cultivate this technique, you will have to consume organisms that are stronger than you.
There are some secrets that I cannot tell you right now, but Uncle Leo got an inspiration for this technique. He has created nine stages of this technique, one for each Grade from F to SSS. The Olden Humans had trouble absorbing the atmospheric mana so they relied on the monster beast meat to strengthen their bodies, apart from leveling up.
This technique is based on those principles. Theoretically, if one is able to complete it, one can counter mana with just their bodies. As in, their body would become so strong that they could win against their peers without the use of mana. As for how it will affect your Body Vessel, I’m not sure. But whatever it does, it will be beneficial for you."
The boys were flabbergasted. Especially Zeke. He understood that despite his other self’s high position, there were many secrets about the Federation that he didn’t know. he even wondered about the root of his abilities, the thing that allowed him to reach his current stage, the mysterious skill, ’Glitch???’.
Why had he recieved it? Did someone or something grant it to him? If so, What was their goal? As he was wondering this, he realised that he was still too weak in the grand scheme of things. If he wanted to find out, he would have to use all means to grow stronger.
Dean asked, "So I will ask you, do you want to cultivate the True Supreme Exercise? Know this, that once you start, there will be no going back. I won’t allow it."
The boys became determined. Their eyes hardened and they replied, "Yes Commander."
Dean said, "Good. Then I will give you an overview of the technique. The first stage is known as the foundational stage because it creates the foundation for next stages. You will achieve 5 Stars in all physical stats in this stage."
Cass said, "Didn’t you say 3 Stars before?"
Dean said, "I changed my mind. You guys are the future of the Federation. There is no way in hell that I will allow you to not reach your full potential.
Anyways, the first stage will strengthen you in an all rounded way. After that, it will be much more targeted. Each consecutive stage will focus on a specific part of the body, bones, muscles, etc."
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