Online Game: Me, with Unparalleled Comprehension

With his [literacy] skill, which had reached the Great Perfection level, and his exceptional basic comprehension, he was able to read these Confucian classics at a slower pace than when he read the "Three Character Classic".

With the increase in comprehension to 222, the speed of gaining proficiency points reaches 132 points each time.

The proficiency requirements for the four books, "The Great Learning," "The Doctrine of the Mean," "The Analects," and "Mencius," increase in stages: 400 points for beginner to proficient, 800 points for minor proficiency, 1500 points for major proficiency, 2500 points for perfection, and 5000 points for ultimate perfection.

It far surpasses the "Three Character Classic," but compared to martial arts that often cost tens of thousands, it seems much more approachable.

Wu Feng was completely immersed in reading books.

He sat cross-legged on the bed, and by the light of an oil lamp, he read, understood, and memorized one book after another.

Time flows silently between the turning pages of the book.

The light outside the window changes from morning to afternoon, and then to the setting sun.

His comprehension ability steadily and continuously increased as he broke through the limits of his understanding through each book he read.

The Great Learning is complete, comprehension +10.

The Doctrine of the Mean reaches its ultimate perfection, comprehension +10.

Complete mastery of the Analects, comprehension +12.

Complete understanding of Mencius, comprehension +12.

When he pushed all four books to the Great Perfection, his comprehension had skyrocketed from 221 points to 262 points!

After studying the Three Character Classic and the Four Books, I gained a total of 52 points of comprehension!

An indescribable sense of clarity lingered in my mind. My thinking became more transparent and agile.

When looking at problems and understanding things, one can instinctively grasp more key points and make more connections.

He tried to recall some of the difficulties he had encountered when practicing martial arts.

I discovered that many details of force conversion and key points of mental techniques that I needed to ponder repeatedly at the time are now much clearer when I think about them again. I can even apply what I've learned to other martial arts and connect them to similarities.

"This is the direct feeling of improved comprehension..." Wu Feng took a deep breath, suppressing his excitement.

These 262 points of comprehension will allow him to further improve his proficiency when learning any new martial arts or cultivating any mental techniques in the future.

This investment was absolutely worth it.

The skill of literacy, once it reaches its peak, does not provide any additional benefits; it is simply a skill designed for reading.

I wonder what use this skill will have once it reaches its peak.

On the table, only the last copy of the Tao Te Ching remained.

He picked up the Taoist classic. The cover was dark blue, and the paper seemed to be of better quality than the other books.

Turning to the first page, one reads, "The Tao that can be told is not the eternal Tao; the name that can be named is not the eternal name." These twelve short characters seem to contain boundless mystery.

He focused intently on his reading. This time, his pace noticeably slowed.

The philosophical reasoning and abstract exposition of the Dao contained within it require further contemplation and reflection.

After reading it once, the system prompted:

[Reading the *Tao Te Ching* increases your *Tao Te Ching* proficiency by 156.]

With his proficiency already at 156 points due to his increased comprehension, Wu Feng couldn't help but grin as he looked at the skill requirements for the "Tao Te Ching".

【Tao Te Ching (Introduction 156/10000)】

"10,000 proficiency points are required to even get started?" He felt a little relieved when he thought of the terrifying requirement of 50,000 points for getting started with Tai Chi Sword, but compared to the Four Books, this was still an order of magnitude more difficult.

Moreover, this book, the Tao Te Ching, provides a greater boost to one's comprehension; just by getting to the basics, it increased his comprehension by 2 points.

He continued reading a second time, a third time... and each time he read slower and slower. Often, after reading a few chapters, he would close his eyes and ponder for a moment.

The book's discussions on existence and non-existence, yin and yang, hardness and softness, movement and stillness subtly resonated with the Tai Chi sword and Wudang Nine Yang Skill he was practicing, occasionally touching him as if he had grasped a deeper level of martial arts principles.

This kind of reading is not just about improving proficiency, but also about tempering one's mindset and understanding of martial arts.

Wu Feng picked up the dark blue-covered "Tao Te Ching" again and sat cross-legged back on the edge of the bed.

The oil lamp flame flickered gently, casting his shadow on the simple earthen wall.

He turned the pages, his gaze falling once again on the esoteric words.

With the foundation laid in my previous studies and the current comprehension level of 262, the experience of rereading this book is now even more profound.

"The Tao that can be told is not the eternal Tao; the name that can be named is not the eternal name."

These twelve characters seem to contain the ultimate truth of martial arts.

He thought of the Tai Chi Sword he was practicing diligently. The round and gentle sword intent that uses softness to overcome hardness is exactly in line with the formless and all-encompassing nature of the Tao.

Then I thought of the vigorous and ever-flowing true energy of the Wudang Nine Yang Skill, which is surely a manifestation of the extraordinary way.

He no longer pursued quick browsing, but instead immersed himself in the text, word by word.

After finishing each chapter, I would close my eyes for a moment, letting the thoughts about existence and non-existence, yin and yang, hardness and softness, movement and stillness linger in my mind, corroborating with the martial arts I had learned.

[Reading the *Tao Te Ching* increases your *Tao Te Ching* proficiency by 156.]

Proficiency increases steadily. Although the proficiency gained from each reading is not as exaggerated as that gained in the martial arts arena, the efficiency is still far beyond what ordinary people can imagine, thanks to the support of super high comprehension.

More importantly, this kind of reading itself is a way to refine one's character and deepen one's understanding of martial arts.

He completely forgot about the time.

The light outside the window changed from bright to golden, and then gradually turned into the twilight's reddish hue.

When a clear feeling of hunger came from his stomach, reminding him of the needs of his virtual body, Wu Feng suddenly snapped out of that immersive state.

He glanced at the skill bar.

【Tao Te Ching (Small Completion 8268/20000)】

Before I knew it, I had already achieved some success.

A sense of enlightenment, clearer and more profound than when I first started, lingered in my heart.

They seem to have a more detached perspective when looking at things, and a better understanding of concepts such as gentleness, stillness, emptiness, and weakness.

It is no longer limited to the literal meaning or martial arts moves, but has a deeper understanding.

On the attribute panel, the number in the Comprehension column jumped again, increasing from 262 points to 268 points.

"Six points for a small achievement, more than the Four Books." Wu Feng nodded in satisfaction, closed the book, and carefully placed it on the table.

My hunger level has dropped below 40, and I feel that familiar emptiness in my stomach.

He got up, patted his slightly numb legs, and pushed open the door to go out.

In the mountains at dusk, a cool breeze blows, and the setting sun paints the clouds on the horizon into a magnificent tapestry.

The dining hall was brightly lit, and many disciples were already having their meals.

In addition to the usual white porridge, steamed buns, and pickled vegetables, tonight's dinner included a small dish of stir-fried bamboo shoots and a bowl of tofu soup with oil floating on top, which was a rare treat.

Wu Feng took a portion, found a seat, and began to eat slowly.

The bamboo shoots are crisp and the tofu is tender and smooth. Although the dish is light, it tastes especially delicious when you're hungry.

He drank two bowls of porridge and ate three steamed buns in one go before he felt that emptiness was filled and his hunger level rose back to around 85.

The disciples around them chatted quietly about their gains and losses in the day's cultivation, and the atmosphere was peaceful.

No one was shouting or arguing; there was only the soft clinking of bowls and chopsticks and the sound of chewing.

After finishing his meal quietly, Wu Feng returned to his hut after placing the bowl and chopsticks in the designated spot.

He closed the door and immediately exited the game.

In the real world, the game's cabin hatch slides open.

A familiar, yet even stronger, hunger instantly seized his stomach.

Wu Feng sat up and rubbed his slightly numb cheeks. Even with the game mechanics providing a buffer, the long period of intense reading had left him feeling mentally exhausted.

He glanced at the time; it was a little past eight in the evening. The city lights outside the window were dazzling.

"Really... I was so engrossed in playing that I forgot to eat and sleep." He chuckled self-deprecatingly, put on his coat, and went out.

His life is now completely controlled by the game. In reality, he only eats one big meal a day, and the rest of the time he relies on virtual food in the game.

If I told you, probably no one would believe me.

I walked right into that Sichuan restaurant that served delicious food at reasonable prices.

The shop was doing good business, and the aroma of hot food mixed with spicy and savory flavors wafted through the air.

He found an empty corner seat, picked up the menu, and ordered four main dishes without hesitation: boiled sliced ​​pork, spicy diced chicken, Mapo tofu, and dry-fried green beans. He also added a tomato and egg soup, and finally emphasized to the waiter, "Give me a big bowl of rice."

After ordering, while waiting, he habitually took out his phone, unlocked it, swiped his thumb across the screen, and entered a chat group called "Jianghu Gold Investor Exchange Group".