manynovel Chapter 32 Mental Willpower, the Military's Importance
Chapter 32 Mental Willpower, the Military's Importance
At six o'clock in the morning in November, it was just getting light, and the air was filled with a thick white fog and a chill.
But Qin Ming had already gotten up early as usual and arrived at the training hall of the supply base.
This supply hall is extremely large. In addition to a large number of military personnel, martial artists belonging to martial arts schools or HR alliances also depart from here to hunt around City 003.
Therefore, all facilities are very complete.
However, the range of activities of martial artists from other forces is limited; they can only enter and exit a few areas, while other places are off-limits.
For example, this martial arts training hall can only be used by military personnel.
When Qin Ming arrived at the training hall, there were already many people practicing, and the sounds of their training could be heard from time to time.
To Qin Ming's surprise, the rest of the Heavenly Sword Squad had already arrived.
"We've finally waited for you! Quick! Let's test your punching power and speed!"
Zhang Yan, who was doing strength training, saw a familiar figure appear in front of him and immediately shouted loudly at Qin Ming.
"Were you all waiting for me?"
Qin Ming looked at the group with some oddness. Even the usually composed captain Lu Haochuan and the silent Yue Shan were watching Qin Ming silently, clearly acquiescing.
This curiosity...
Isn't that a bit too heavy?
"All right."
Qin Ming didn't say anything more. After stretching his body slightly, he walked to the punching power testing machine and unleashed his full power.
Bang!
The punching power testing machine displayed a number: 8104kg!
"Holy crap! He's actually reached the punching power requirement for a beginner warrior! That's outrageous!"
Zhang Yan stared at this scene in disbelief.
He clearly remembered that the day before they left the base to carry out mission 003, Qin Ming's strength was only 6428kg and his speed was 68.3m/s during the test!
It's only been a few days?
It only took four days at most.
In just four days, my strength increased by 1500kg!
"Haha, give me the money! Give me the money! I knew Qin Ming's physical abilities must have reached the level of a beginner warrior." Ling Qianye laughed and smiled at Zhang Yan.
"What the hell?"
Qin Ming looked at Zhang Yan with a puzzled expression, only to see Zhang Yan speak with a helpless look on his face.
"Don't rush, the speed test hasn't passed yet..."
"The strength is already that much higher, there's definitely no problem. Captain, don't you think?"
Ling Qianye smiled and said to Lu Haochuan.
"I also think it's fine. Qin Ming, please test it quickly."
Lu Haochuan nodded without hesitation, smiling as he looked at Zhang Yan.
"You actually used me as a bet?"
Qin Ming was somewhat speechless, but he still immediately walked to the speed test track, turned on the machine, and started running at full speed.
"Speed 93.7 m/s".
"Pass! There's no need to test his nerve reaction speed; Qin Ming is a mentalist with incredibly precise movements, he'll definitely pass."
The others watched with laughter, but Zhang Yan, looking distressed, opened the communicator on his wrist and quickly tapped a few times to complete the transfer.
"No wonder you were able to block that lord-level monster's attack; it turns out you've already reached the level of a high-level warrior-level mentalist."
"In less than a month, your strength has already surpassed mine."
Zhang Yan looked up at the sky and sighed. His bear-like appearance made people laugh involuntarily.
Even Qin Ming laughed.
Through the feedback from the Myriad Souls Banner, Qin Ming knew that his strength had actually broken through to the level of a War General just last night.
[Banner Master: Qin Ming (Beginner-level Warrior, Advanced-level Spiritual Master)]
[Souls: 68920/100000 (3 Lord-level)]
[Main Soul: 0/1]
[Flesh and Blood Essence: 1024 / 100000]
In just a few days of fighting and killing, the Myriad Soul Banner suppressed a large number of powerful monster souls, and its strength has indeed improved considerably.
"Alright, even if he hasn't reached the level of a high-ranking general, his strength surpasses yours. With his mental power, he can control thirty or forty throwing knives to attack simultaneously. How many could you block?"
Not to mention he can also attack your mind, putting you in a daze.
You won't even have a chance to get close before you're strangled.
Lu Haochuan retorted mercilessly, then walked over to the side, picked up a package, and handed it to Qin Ming.
"These are some classic texts about mind and character. You can browse through them in your spare time. If you calm your mind and read them carefully, you may gain some insights."
"Ancient texts? Thank you, Captain."
Qin Ming's eyes lit up, and he immediately picked up the package. Upon opening it, he found familiar classics such as the Book of Changes, the Tao Te Ching, and the Platform Sutra of the Sixth Patriarch.
"Don't mention it, they're just common books, you can find them yourself."
There's just one thing I want to remind you of.
There is no inherent superiority or inferiority in any path; it's simply a matter of whether it suits you.
Lu Haochuan smiled, picked up the Book of Changes and the Tao Te Ching, and said...
The commentary on the Qian hexagram states, "The movement of heaven is strong; the superior man makes himself strong and untiring," advocating a resolute and enterprising will. The Tao Te Ching's statement, "He who overcomes others is powerful; he who overcomes himself is mighty," emphasizes transcending oneself through introspection.
Then he picked up a copy of "Zhuangzi" and said.
"Heaven and earth are born together with me, and all things are one with me, illustrating the unity of man and nature."
"There is also the Diamond Sutra, which states that there is no self, no person, no sentient being, and no life span. It emphasizes breaking free from attachments and embracing all things with emptiness."
"Or as the Doctrine of the Mean says, 'When the mean is achieved, heaven and earth are in their proper places, and all things flourish,' it means that a righteous heart harmonizes heaven and earth."
Who is right? Who is wrong? Who is superior? Who is inferior?
This is a topic of endless debate, with everyone having their own opinion.
This is what is meant by "enlightening the mind and seeing one's true nature" and "directly pointing to one's original mind
I also enjoy reading these books in my spare time. Feel free to contact me if you're interested.
Lu Haochuan laughed.
"Enlightenment? The Way has no high or low?" Qin Ming nodded, his admiration for Captain Lu Haochuan growing even stronger.
The Earth Lineage, as a lineage specifically for cultivating souls among the Mountain Dwellers, has produced a large number of individuals with extremely strong mental wills in just a few thousand years.
A genius like Hong might be considered the best in terms of mind and will in his time, but compared to figures like Mencius, Lao Tzu, and Zhuangzi in history, his achievements are not necessarily comparable.
Lu Haochuan's words inadvertently aligned with the mountain dweller's understanding of spiritual will.
The so-called three realms of self-cultivation are simply three different paths.
The "Discourse on the Equality of Things" in Zhuangzi states, "Heaven and earth and I were born together, and all things and I are one." Isn't this the second of the three realms—the unity of heaven and man, the heart of a child, and a state of perfect harmony of mind?
The Tao Te Ching’s “He who conquers others is strong; he who conquers himself is mighty” shares a similar sentiment with the first level of “My heart is like a knife, and my will is as firm as a rock.”
Similarly, the Diamond Sutra's "no self, no person, no sentient being, no life span" subtly aligns with the third state of mind: an infinitely vast mind that encompasses everything.
So, who is higher and who is lower?
There is no inherent superiority or inferiority between them!
"I will calm down and read it carefully."
Qin Ming laughed.
Earthly secret techniques such as the "Ninefold Thunder Blade" and "World Destruction" might be riddled with errors when placed in the universe, but these ancient texts are different.
Although it is not a so-called secret technique, its understanding of mental will is among the most advanced, even among the billions of races in the entire universe.
But this requires understanding!
Only in this way can the mind and will undergo a transformation and become incomparably powerful.
This is also the true foundation that enabled the Earth lineage to later occupy a place in the universe.
……
When Qin Ming finished his daily training and returned to his residence to begin studying ancient texts, he was in a virtual space independently constructed by the Chinese military.
In the minimalist-style conference room, more than a dozen high-ranking military officials, including Jia Yi, were present.
"Alright, we've finished discussing everything else. Now, we need to discuss this genius named 'Qin Ming' and our next steps in nurturing him."
"Here is his information, please take a look."