After hearing what Duan Nantian said, Xiao Qiang hurriedly began breathing according to the Breathing Technique Duan Nantian just taught him. Xiao Qiang forced himself to concentrate, focusing all his thoughts on his breath. "Inhale... and exhale..."
Gradually, Xiao Qiang felt a slight coolness spread over the fiery pain in his body. This coolness began soothing the pain in his muscles and fascia, slowly nurturing every part of his body.
Just as Xiao Qiang was feeling a sense of euphoria, the coolness suddenly vanished. The pain instantly flooded his entire body, causing Xiao Qiang to cry out and collapse on the ground.
At this moment, Duan Nantian looked at Xiao Qiang seriously and said, "That was just a nudge to help you take your first step on the Martial Path. The rest will depend on your own efforts."
After a pause, Duan Nantian continued, "Alright, rest up and go take a shower. I'll be waiting for you in the kitchen."
