This had resulted in Zhang Shaohua’s training progress being significantly lower than that of his peers in the same cohort!
However, this was a targeted small-class teaching session.
There were very few points of reference.
Therefore, Zhang Shaohua had no idea that he had already fallen so far behind in his training.
He even naively believed that his performance was excellent.
He smugly thought that despite often slacking off and skipping class, his training results were still so good.
It proved he had talent!
If he trained diligently like everyone else, wouldn't he be a fool?
Look at Da Xiong.
After Da Xiong received Lin Weidong's approval, his coach became Zhou Yu.
Although Zhou Yu appeared young and lacked power, influence, or background, Da Xiong never held him in contempt.
This was because Da Xiong knew that this man in front of him had demonstrated his strength on the training grounds before!
What Zhou Yu taught Da Xiong was actually very simple: some basic concepts and cultivation techniques, and so on.
But this also benefited Da Xiong greatly.
Every day, he was the first to arrive at the training ground and the last to leave.
Sometimes, even if Zhou Yu was lazy, Da Xiong would diligently stay in place and explore on his own.
He was determined to fully grasp every single thing Zhou Yu taught him!
However, Da Xiong's effort, in Zhang Shaohua's eyes, was akin to being as stupid as a pig.
In Zhang Shaohua's opinion, whether it was participating in training missions or daily training.
It was all for the purpose of joining the Dragon Group.
Why work so hard?
Once he joined the Dragon Group, there would definitely be better teachers to guide him.
There would even be better resources for cultivation!
If he trained with so much intensity now, wouldn't Da Xiong be discouraged after entering the Dragon Group?
Zhang Shaohua felt that ignorance was indeed ignorance.
However, Zhang Shaohua had been troubled lately and had no intention of causing trouble.
So, he just watched with cold eyes, occasionally dragging Ouyang Feng along to mock Da Xiong.
It was as if only by doing so could he stabilize his precarious self-esteem.
Da Xiong was oblivious to everything around him, barely paying attention to Zhang Shaohua's taunts.
He was solely immersed in his own training.
Zhou Yu noticed Zhang Shaohua but didn't pay much attention.
If Zhang Shaohua was sensible, it would be fine. If he wasn't, Zhou Yu wouldn't mind teaching him a lesson on behalf of the Zhang family!
"Alright, today's training ends here. Let's go to the mess hall for a meal," Zhou Yu said with a smile, glancing at the time.
Da Xiong was already drenched in sweat from the high-intensity training, almost on the verge of collapse.
Upon hearing Zhou Yu's words, Da Xiong suddenly collapsed to the ground, panting heavily.
"Divine Doctor Zhou, I want to train a bit more," Da Xiong said hesitantly.
Although his body was extremely fatigued and close to its limit, Da Xiong still wanted to push himself further and continue training!
Zhou Yu looked at Da Xiong with admiration.
This was the willpower he wanted to see!
After all, if a person possessed such willpower, what endeavor could they not succeed in?
However, while Zhou Yu admired Da Xiong's intentions, he didn't agree with them.
"That's enough. Your training for today is complete. Continuing further will cause damage to your body."
"As your coach, I am responsible for your well-being."
Zhou Yu immediately advised him.
Other Dragon Group members sustained injuries due to pushing their physical limits too much during missions.
Da Xiong, however, was almost injured during training!
In Zhou Yu's eyes, this was unnecessary.
After all, Da Xiong had a long time for training, and there was no need to rush for quick results now.
Hearing Zhou Yu's words, a hint of helplessness and unwillingness appeared on Da Xiong's face.
Since he had decided to officially join the Dragon Group, he had to go all out.
This was why he was so eager to improve.
Furthermore, Da Xiong vaguely sensed that having Zhou Yu as his coach was a blessing accumulated over countless lifetimes!
The other new recruits around him also had coaches.
But those coaches only taught the most basic things.
Zhou Yu was different; he always explained complex concepts simply and even personally prepared medicinal baths for Da Xiong to soak in during his rest.
Da Xiong could clearly feel astonishing changes happening within his body!
It was just that these changes were not yet visible on the surface.
"Divine Doctor Zhou, I can really push a little harder," Da Xiong urged.
Zhou Yu waved his hand and placed it on Da Xiong's shoulder, advising, "You will serve the Dragon Group in the future. If you damage your health, who will compensate me?"
"Listen to me and rest well. Your current physical condition isn't up to par yet."
"After a few days of training, I guarantee double the intensity. By then, you won't be able to stop me even if you want to!"
Upon hearing Zhou Yu's words, Da Xiong appeared somewhat dejected.
However, Zhou Yu was his coach. Since Zhou Yu insisted that Da Xiong not continue training, Da Xiong could only compromise.
"Alright, I'll go eat first then," Da Xiong said with a hint of disappointment.
Zhou Yu, however, smiled and said, "Yes, and don't forget to take a medicinal bath when you get back. That will help your body recover faster."
Da Xiong waved his hand weakly.
After confirming that the training was over, Da Xiong didn't even have the strength to maintain a smile.
Waving goodbye to Zhou Yu was the extent of his capability!
Zhou Yu watched Da Xiong's receding figure and then shook his head before leaving.
The medicinal bath Zhou Yu prepared for Da Xiong was nothing special in Zhou Yu's eyes.
But if it were to be revealed, it would likely cause bloodshed!
This was because the medicinal bath contained several extremely precious medicinal ingredients.
Not only could it repair the muscle damage Da Xiong sustained during the day, but it could also nourish his meridians.
For instance, Da Xiong's talent was merely at the initial stage of "Ming Jin" (Manifesting Strength).
But with regular use of Zhou Yu's medicinal bath, he could achieve significant improvements!
His potential ceiling was exceptionally high.
However, Da Xiong only knew that this medicinal bath was something others didn't have, and only Zhou Yu gave it to him.
He was unaware of the bath's true value.
If he had known, Da Xiong would probably have performed a kowtow ceremony before each bath!
Da Xiong, with great effort, filled his stomach and returned to his dormitory exhausted.
He was still carrying hot water!
There were no water pipes in the dormitory; new recruits had to fetch it themselves.
Of course, all the new recruits here were from affluent families, so they wouldn't fetch water themselves. Instead, the orderlies responsible for miscellaneous tasks would do it.
However, Da Xiong insisted on doing everything himself.
This was why he was carrying hot water back.
He had barely reached the doorway when Da Xiong frowned.
It wasn't for any other reason than Zhang Shaohua standing at his dormitory entrance.
Da Xiong's expression immediately turned to one of disgust, as if a toad had hopped onto his foot.
It wouldn't poison him, but it was nauseating!
"What are you doing here?" Da Xiong asked unceremoniously.
Zhang Shaohua, instead of getting angry, chuckled and replied confidently with his hands behind his back, "What, I can't be here?"