Zhou Yuan's Secrets

Hearing Zhou Xuan's words of caution about Zhou Ling's interest in Qing'er, Zhou Yuan's aura flared in response, surging with an intensity that far surpassed what an 8th level Qi Gathering cultivator should possess. The mention of Zhou Ling's intentions seemed to have struck a nerve within him, and his pupils seem to blaze with a fierce determination.

"Zhou Ling," Zhou Yuan muttered through clenched teeth, his voice tinged with caution. "I will keep a watchful eye on him."

Zhou Xuan's face displayed concern, his furrowed brows reflecting his unease as he asked, "How have you been?"

Zhou Yuan sighed deeply, his shoulders sagging under the weight of his confession. His voice was heavy with resignation as he admitted, "The poison has been surging more violently lately, Grandfather. I guess I'm reaching my limit." A sense of despair briefly flickered in his eyes before he suppressed it with a determined look.

Zhou Xuan's eyes filled with worry, and his wrinkled face tightened with empathy. He reached out and placed a trembling hand on Zhou Yuan's shoulder, his touch warm and reassuring. "We must find a way to alleviate your suffering, Yuan'er," he said, his voice laced with solemness.

The relationship between Zhou Yuan and his grandfather had always been exceptionally strong. They had shared numerous joyful moments and had been unwavering pillars of support for each other. However, this unbreakable bond had been put to the test by the tragic incident that had befallen Zhou Yuan.

On Earth, Zhou Yuan had faced challenging family circumstances. His maternal grandparents had passed away, leaving him with limited family support. His relationship with his paternal family had soured due to his father's irresponsible behavior in his previous life. These hardships had isolated him, leaving him with very few people to turn to.

When Zhou Xuan left, Zhou Yuan felt a mix of relief and happiness because his earlier outburst had almost revealed his secret. The surge of aura he had displayed was connected to his exceptionally powerful soul, a unique ability that allowed him to manipulate objects with his mind, demonstrated when he effortlessly poured himself a cup of tea. Zhou Yuan's extraordinary telekinetic power was a testament to the strength of his soul.

Despite his current Spiritual Qi cultivation being at the Qi Refinement Realm, Zhou Yuan's soul had reached a level of strength akin to that of a Spirit Lake Realm cultivator. This exceptional soul power had enabled him to unlock his divine sense, a feat usually reserved for higher stages of cultivation.

Two and a half years ago, six months after the poisoning incident, he discovered that his soul was constantly growing more powerful under the torment of the Extreme Yin Bone-Chilling Poison. While it had halted his Qi Cultivation, the poison had inadvertently caused his soul power to be tempered at an astonishing rate.

To temper one's soul they would need to cultivate a Spirit Tempering Art. This cultivation method allow cultivator to temper the soul and have a firm foundation. 

Over these past few years, Zhou Yuan had honed several unique abilities:

1. Spirit Sight: His spiritual senses allowed him to perceive the world in a way that compensated for his blindness. Within a limited area, he could sense the Qi and auras of people around him, giving him an edge in detecting intentions and threats, making him highly perceptive.

2. Spirit Simulation: In the depths of his soul sea, he could manifest and control lifelike representations of various objects or entities. This ability had countless applications. He used it to create decoys, disguises, lifelike training partners for refining his martial techniques, and even to read books by copying their contents into his soul sea, ensuring he never forgot anything he learned.

3. Telekinesis: Although not yet very powerful, Zhou Yuan could move and manipulate small objects with the power of his soul. He had practiced lifting and shifting small items with increasing precision, this ability requires massive amount of concentration to use properly and can cause him to faint if he overuses his soul power. 

Despite the relatively limited strength of his unique abilities at his current cultivation realm, Zhou Yuan knew that as long as his soul continued to grow, he held the potential to become a formidable force in the world of cultivation. However, there was a looming shadow over his aspirations—the relentless torment of the Extreme Yin Bone-Chilling Poison.

He had been told that if the poison continued to advance at its current rate, he had no more than two years left to live. It was a grim prognosis, but Zhou Yuan was not one to give in to despair. He had no choice but to believe that heaven did not abandon those who persevered.

Over the past two years, Zhou Yuan had dedicated himself to finding a cure. He had scoured ancient texts and delved into the deepest reaches of his soul sea, running thousands of simulations to attempt to remove the poison's insidious grip on his life.

Then, just a few months ago, a breakthrough had come. After going through countless ancient texts, he had finally discovered a way to counteract the poison's effects. It was a glimmer of hope, a beacon in the darkness of his predicament. The path to his salvation had been revealed, but it would not be an easy one.