Rebirth Counterattack with Space
Chapter 268 - 260: Poor in Literature, Rich in Martial Prowess

Chapter 268: Chapter 260: Poor in Literature, Rich in Martial Prowess

"Taking advantage of Mom and Dad like this really puts me at an advantage." Shitou chortled.

"You’re still laughing, huh, you really did get the easy end of the deal. Sigh, I’m just afraid they might quietly sell off some assets just to gather that money." Lu Yun helplessly pursed her lips.

"As soon as we get back, I’ll talk to them about this in private right away. Don’t worry, what you’re concerned about won’t happen. The Lu Group didn’t get to where it is today easily; most of it is due to Mom and Dad’s hard work.

To them, the ’Lu Group’ is much like another child. So, they will only be more heartbroken over it than us. I won’t let Mom and Dad damage it because of those little discomforts they feel inside."

Shitou assured Lu Yun with a smile.

"It’s so unfair, Mom and Dad always say they love me the most, but whenever you say something, it always seems to work better than when I say anything."

Lu Yun felt a pang of jealousy, pouted, and her delicate, tender cheeks that looked like they could drip water out any second were slightly puffed up, so enticing that one could hardly resist wanting to take a bite.

"Such a vinegar pot, so ungrateful. Tell me, when have I not stood by your side and spoken for you?"

Even if there was a Psychic Power Barrier between them, Grandpa and Grandma were still nearby; if he dared to make a preposterous move, he would truly anger Xiaoyun.

Left with no choice, Shitou could only sigh and indulge his craving to touch, gently pinching her cheek before rubbing the petal-soft skin with the pad of his finger, reluctant to let go.

"It looks like Grandpa and Grandma might be waking up soon." Lu Yun looked toward Pei Qingyuan and Zhang Min to remind Shitou.

Shitou withdrew his hand, withdrew the Psychic Power Barrier, and indeed, after a while, Pei Qingyuan and Zhang Min both gradually opened their eyes.

Pei Qingyuan took a deep breath, "I feel like I’ve suddenly become thirty years younger."

Zhang Min nodded in agreement, "Me too, this feeling is just too good. It’s a pity they don’t have the talent for Psychic Power Cultivation. Who knows whether the child Luoluo is carrying will have it or not?"

The answer to that wasn’t easy to say; generally, if both parents had Psychic Power Talent, the likelihood of passing it on to the child was greater, but there were no absolutes.

Hence, Lu Yun kept silent.

"If they can’t cultivate psychic power, then they can train in Physical Art. I think it should be about the same, don’t you think, Xiaoyun?" Pei Qingyuan looked inquiringly at Lu Yun.

"There will still be some differences. Low-grade psychic cultivators are comparable to Physical Art cultivators of the same level, sometimes the latter even having a slight edge; mid to advanced-grade, psychic cultivators start to surpass Physical Art cultivators of the same level and don’t have any more advantages; it’s only when cultivators reach the pinnacle that they become evenly matched and each has its own merits."

After thinking it over, Lu Yun decided to tell the truth. This was also why, across various levels of interstellar civilizations, people with Psychic Power Talent were in high demand—the higher the Psychic Power Talent, the more sought after they were.

"But hard work is rewarded. Even if Psychic Power Cultivators have a natural advantage, if the gap in levels with Physical Art cultivators becomes too great, that advantage disappears."

"So, can psychic power and physical art be cultivated at the same time?" After a moment of silence, Pei Qingyuan asked again.

"It’s possible. But the cultivation speed will slow down, so generally only those with low Psychic Power Talent choose to do so," Lu Yun explained.

"So that’s how it is," Pei Qingyuan nodded. "Physical Art practitioners may not have the advantage, but as long as there is a significant gap in levels with Psychic Power Cultivators, they still have a chance to win. Even when cultivation reaches the top level, the disparity between the two almost disappears, right?"

"Yes."

Lu Yun nodded, "Therefore, those without the talent for Psychic Power Cultivation aren’t necessarily doomed to lose to those with talent; it’s just that the path for Physical Art practitioners isn’t as smooth as for those gifted with Psychic Power Talent.

Actually, regardless of what is being cultivated, one needs not only great determination but also a good family background, or tremendous luck. Because good Cultivation Methods and a steady supply of Elixirs—these external factors—are also very crucial."

Pei Qingyuan laughed upon hearing this, "That’s why the ancients said ’the poor study literature, the rich practice martial arts.’ In ancient society, the ink, paper, writing brushes, inkstones, and books required just for studying were already a great burden, but those with a bit of family wealth could grit their teeth and afford education.

Practicing martial arts was different; it required money to hire a truly skilled master, money for meals filled with meat, and the leisure to be immersed in martial arts all day long. Lacking any one of these meant it was impossible to achieve great martial arts skills.

Thus, only the rich could afford to practice martial arts, and it’s the same with Psychic Power Cultivation and Physical Art Cultivation."

"Then, by that logic, are you saying that poor people can’t cultivate?" Zhang Min couldn’t help but feel indignant upon hearing this.

"Of course not. There’s also the factor of great luck. And look, nowadays almost everyone can go to school..."

Pei Qingyuan stopped, not continuing further.

"The intelligence of the young determines the intelligence of the nation; the strength of the young determines the strength of the nation." The widespread promotion of these Cultivation Techniques was a matter of time, but the key was to first cultivate a group of people to ensure one’s absolute advantage.

Then gradually, bit by bit, release them in exchange for a good price before slowly promoting them more widely. Otherwise, once it’s fully promoted, no one would be able to guarantee complete secrecy. It’s better to sell them oneself at a good price than to have someone else pluck the fruits of one’s labor.

Weren’t these the very matters they had been discussing just yesterday?

Pei Qingyuan’s smile grew even more jovial, "Our Xiaoyun is someone with great luck."

"Indeed, without her, whether it’s the Cultivation Techniques for Psychic Power or Physical Art, we wouldn’t be able to touch any of it." Zhang Min said, smiling as she took Lu Yun’s hand, her eyes full of affection.

Even if it weren’t for Lu Yun, she and Old Pei would still be wondering if they could meet Shitou in their lifetimes. And consequently, because of his appearance, associate it with their eldest son, and then acknowledge such an outstanding grandson.

Lu Yun felt uncomfortable with the praise.

"Grandpa, Grandma, it’s getting late. Today is Xiaoyun’s birthday, and we still need to hurry back to the Lu Family soon," Shitou noticed her discomfort and thus reminded his grandparents.

"It’s already past one-thirty. Let’s go eat something first. You guys go back ahead; your Grandma, your second uncle, Pei Kun, Luoluo, and the others will come directly to the villa in the evening."

Pei Qingyuan was reminded and quickly nodded in agreement.

Especially after last night, he was even more pleased with this prospective granddaughter-in-law.

Last night, Xiaoyun mentioned that another standard for evaluating interstellar civilizations was the proportion of individuals who reached a certain level of Psychic Power and Physical Art Cultivators on a planet.