The Urban Cultivation Grandmaster

Chapter 15: A Storm in a Teacup—Waves Crash into a Drone!

“Teacher Mu, wow, Teacher Mu is here!” “It really is Teacher Mu! I finally have the honor of seeing you in person!” Mu Tian had been quietly pondering how to teach tomorrow’s Daowen class—he still had to prepare his lesson after lunch—but before he could think for even a moment, shouts of surprise from the students rang out in the distance. That single shout was enough to set off a chain reaction—word spread like wildfire—and a large crowd gathered nearby. Some even pulled out their phones to call friends, afraid the gathering wouldn’t be lively enough without more people. The crowd acted like fanatical fans who’d just spotted a celebrity, screaming and greeting Mu Tian as they gathered around him. Mu Tian was a bit surprised by his own popularity. He’d seen the “First Day of School” video that had gone viral online and knew he’d likely become a global sensation, but as someone who preferred peace and quiet, he found it a bit overwhelming to face so many excited students. Since the small courtyard where Mu Tian had been living was protected by security guards on patrol, he’d never experienced what it was like to be chased by a huge crowd. If he’d known, he probably wouldn’t have come out no matter what. “Teacher Mu, when will you officially start teaching us?” “Teacher Mu, do you have a girlfriend?” “Teacher Mu, how can we master Daowen?” “Is Daowen really that simple?” Mu Tian felt as if countless little bees were buzzing in his ears all at once. He immediately gave in and pleaded, “Class, the first Daowen class will officially begin tomorrow at 9:00 a. m. Everyone is welcome to attend, and I’ll answer all your questions one by one then.” “Of course! We’ll all be there.” “Who wouldn’t go to Teacher Mu’s class?” After dealing with the situation for half a day, staff from the college finally stepped in to rescue Mu Tian and disperse the enthusiastic students. After finishing his meal, Mu Tian returned to his small courtyard. The courtyard featured a water pavilion; having eaten and drunk his fill, Mu Tian strolled leisurely over to the pavilion. With Qixing Ridge at his back, the green mountains were reflected on the lake’s surface. A gentle breeze ruffled the water, causing the mountain’s silhouette to sway. A fish, blowing bubbles, suddenly leaped out of the water, sending out concentric ripples. In this serene and peaceful setting, Mu Tian became one with his surroundings. His mind was clear and empty; he thought of nothing. No matter what tomorrow might bring, as long as the tranquility before him remained undisturbed, he could stay there forever, lost in silent contemplation. “Ah, this is truly delightful. If only it could stay this way forever,” Mu Tian Nannan murmured to himself as he leaned against the railing. However, Mu Tian’s wish was clearly dashed—an uninvited guest had arrived at the quiet courtyard. Although Mu Tian’s cultivation level wasn’t high—merely the fourth level of the Pulse Condensation Realm—he was no weaker than anyone else at his level. Not only was his cultivation solid, but his spiritual perception and mental will were second to none among his peers. Sure enough, the moment a small drone entered the courtyard’s vicinity, Mu Tian clearly sensed it. Ever since the Great Cataclysm, the skies had become a forbidden zone; fierce gale winds at high altitudes destroyed everything in their path, making it impossible for airplanes to soar through the skies. However, this did not apply to helicopters and small drones, as they were capable of flying at low altitudes. At first, Mu Tian’s instinct was to shoot down the small drone immediately. After all, such drones are manually controlled and often equipped with high-definition cameras—allowing it to hover right in front of him would surely expose his privacy. But then Mu Tian had a second thought—this small drone was likely operated by those students. With that, an idea flashed through his mind. Mu Tian’s name had become famous throughout the world, and some well-wishers had even bestowed upon him the honorific title of “Master Daowen.” This meant he was treated with great courtesy wherever he went. Yet Mu Tian understood clearly that this respect was merely superficial—it lacked any genuine sense of awe. At its core, the reason was that Mu Tian had never demonstrated his true power. If Mu Tian were a true master of the Dao, no one would dare to send a small drone to spy on him today. To keep these brats in line and ensure the smooth operation of his future Star Sea Radiance teaching program, Mu Tian needed to show a little of his true power and give this group of kids a proper scare. “Let’s give them a little taste of their own medicine.” A mischievous thought flashed through Mu Tian’s mind. His progress with the “Thousand Tides and Ten Thousand Waves Technique” was moving quite swiftly; his analysis had already reached 38%. It was important to note that analyzing 5% was enough to learn the technique, 10% meant mastery, 20% signified deep insight, and once it reached 30% or higher, one began to grasp its essence. For practitioners at the Meridian Condensation Realm, whether they could grasp the essence of the technique and condense the true “Divine” was of the utmost importance. The next moment, Mu Tian struck. The “Thousand Tides and Ten Thousand Waves Technique” differed from the “Spirit” visualized in the Ancient Wild Ox Visualization Diagram. Although Mu Tian had never seen a Wild Ox, he had certainly seen oxen before, and their specific appearance was crystal clear to him. However, the “Thousand Tides and Ten Thousand Waves” was a different matter—visualizing waves and creating a scene of crashing waves against the shore on flat land was quite challenging. However, the environment Mu Tian found himself in at that moment was uniquely advantageous. Although the Three Lakes Region was not as vast as Poyang Lake, it was still quite large—perfect for Mu Tian to demonstrate his skills. Soon, Mu Tian entered the zone, and the scene of rolling waves and ceaseless tides had already taken shape in his mind’s eye. Guided by his “Divine” intent, it came to life as his spiritual energy surged with full force, pouring out from within. Mu Tian raised his hand in a seal, and instantly, spiritual energy surged forth. The celestial and earthly spiritual energy surrounding him resonated with it, spreading out into the distance. This was followed by a ripple appearing on the mirror-like water’s surface. Mu Tian struck again with his palm, and the water’s surface once more churned with rolling waves. Mu Tian did not stop; he struck out palm after palm, unceasingly. Room 601, Building 8 of the Tianjiang Cultivator Academy dormitory: several young men watched the computer screen with excitement, each one thoroughly thrilled. “Holy shit! Master Mu is practicing his martial arts.” “That’s so fucking awesome—just a casual strike creates such a massive spectacle. He’s turned the Three Lakes Region upside down.” “Didn’t they say Teacher Mu’s cultivation was just average? I bet even our head instructor, Instructor Wang, would feel ashamed compared to this display.” For the past few days, they’d been watching the footage transmitted by the drone with bated breath, their eyes glued to the screen as the waters of the Three Lakes Region grew increasingly turbulent and perilous. Everyone was stunned. Waking waves without a breeze—truly the work of a divine being. If they hadn’t seen it with their own eyes, no one would have dared to believe that the scene before them was unfolding in the Three Lakes Region, rather than by the ocean. Towering waves crashed against the shore, and foaming crests rolled across the water—a scene reminiscent of the end of the world unfolding in this tiny corner of the Three Lakes Region, while the rest of the Three Lakes Region remained calm and serene. A drone captured the scene from the air, allowing everyone to witness it firsthand; as time passed, the sense of awe deepened within them. At first, the dormitory was filled with gasps of amazement, but soon everyone fell silent, their minds blank as if they’d been struck dumb. Just as everyone was gaping in amazement, the scene on the screen suddenly shifted. Mu Tian’s eyes blazed with light; he raised his hand and grabbed at the air, instantly causing the lake to churn with massive waves that surged dozens of zhang high. The next second, the screen went black. The four stunned roommates swallowed hard, and it took them a while before they could finally let out a gasp of astonishment. “That’s freaking awesome!”