Chapter 61

After completing the circulation of energy, Su Yang leaned on the balcony, gazing at the stars, and sighed, "Why think so much? Enjoying every day of this life is what I truly desire."

Since leaving the Changbai Mountains and coming to the big city, Su Yang would always find time to watch TV to keep up with the current society.

Walking back to the room and turning on the TV, it was just the evening news. Su Yang watched with great interest until a news item with pictures and text caught his attention.

According to Xinhua News Agency, seven scientists from the Shanghai Institute of Life Sciences of the Chinese Academy of Sciences spent six years and recently captured a 32-meter-long, 8-ton python in the Dashi Mountains of Guangxi.

Relevant authorities stated that the actual age of the python had been determined using high-precision instruments to be 970 years old. The capture of this python would play a significant role in future life science research.

The species of the python has not yet been identified and is suspected to be an unknown species. If anyone can provide any useful information about the python, they will receive a reward from the research institute. Contact information is as follows...

After the news anchor finished speaking, the scene switched to a huge, three-story sealed glass tank, where a giant python with black scales and three bumps on its forehead was confined.

The black-scaled python continuously slammed its massive head, the size of a round table, against the reinforced glass, seemingly very angry.

Seeing this, Su Yang was stunned and blurted out, "Black Diamond..."

Turning off the TV, Su Yang closed his eyes and fell into a reverie.

Back when Su Yang underwent his fourth transformation and rebirth, he had pursued an enemy deep into the Dashi Mountains. There, Su Yang narrowly escaped death several times before finally defeating his opponent, but he himself suffered severe internal injuries.

Unable to help it, Su Yang temporarily settled in the Dashi Mountains to recuperate and cultivate.

It was during this time that Su Yang tamed "Black Diamond."

At that time, Su Yang discovered a rare and precious herb called "Heavenly Heart Grass" on a cliff in the Dashi Mountains. Naturally, he wouldn't let it go. As he was picking it, a black-scaled python, over ten meters long and with immense strength, emerged and fiercely battled Su Yang.

Despite his severe injuries, Su Yang, relying on his formidable strength, defeated the black-scaled python and took the "Heavenly Heart Grass" before leaving. However, the python refused to let him go.

Impressed by its intelligence, Su Yang, on a whim, took it as a pet. During the years he spent recuperating in the Dashi Mountains, he spent his time with it and fed it many precious herbs.

Over those years, a deep bond formed between Su Yang and the python. "Black Diamond" was the name Su Yang gave it.

When Su Yang's internal injuries healed and he was ready to leave the Dashi Mountains, Black Diamond remained loyal and followed him.

Su Yang, equally reluctant to part with it, took it out of the Dashi Mountains, and the two of them ventured into the world together.

Due to the years of consuming precious herbs with Su Yang, Black Diamond underwent several transformations, growing to over eight meters long with immense strength. Its black scales were as hard as iron, and its power was comparable to that of a top-tier expert of that era, if not surpassing them.

The longer it stayed with Su Yang, the more benefits it gained, and its intelligence gradually developed, allowing it to understand human emotions.

When Su Yang faced his next transformation after a century, he personally returned Black Diamond to the Dashi Mountains and entered seclusion, awaiting his next rebirth.

Sixty years later, when Su Yang was reborn for the fifth time, he searched for Black Diamond in the Dashi Mountains but could not find it, and eventually left in disappointment.

He never expected that nearly a thousand years later, he would see Black Diamond on the news. Although it was much larger now, it was still the same spiritual pet that had followed him for a century. With just one glance, Su Yang was certain that the python captured by the life science institute was his old companion, Black Diamond.

"Old friend Black Diamond, wait for me. I will set you free."

Su Yang, having been reborn nine times and lived for over 1,400 years, had spent the longest time with Black Diamond. Given Su Yang's protective nature, he would not leave his old friend behind. Muttering to himself, he began to think of ways to free Black Diamond.

If it were the Su Yang from his early days, he would have immediately stormed the life science institute and freed Black Diamond, regardless of the consequences.

However, he did not act immediately. Although Su Yang's abilities were such that he could defy the state, he was no longer alone. Whether it was Xu Tianyang, Xiao Wei, his beloved granddaughter Zhao Yar, or the little devil Li Zixin, they were all people he needed to protect and care for. They all lived here and were closely connected to him. Su Yang had to consider the repercussions his actions might have on them.

With this in mind, Su Yang immediately called Miao Ling.

"Su Yang, are you in trouble again?" Miao Ling's first words upon answering the phone made Su Yang feel quite helpless.

"Am I really that bad in your eyes?" Su Yang grumbled, then got to the point, "I have a question for you. What's the background of the Shanghai Institute of Life Sciences of the Chinese Academy of Sciences?"

"Why are you asking? It's a national key department, mainly engaged in high-precision scientific research. In some areas, its authority is even greater than that of the National Security Department."

"I want to talk to their head. Can you arrange it?"

"That can be arranged, but most of the people there are scientists. What do you have to talk about with them?" Miao Ling was surprised and asked, "Just tell me what you need, and I'll help if I can."

Hearing this, Su Yang felt a bit embarrassed. Every time he was in trouble, this long-legged beauty would run around for him. Although Su Yang believed he could handle everything on his own, she had always been thoughtful and considerate, and even had a bit of a crush on him, which made Su Yang feel a bit guilty.

"Help me set up a meeting. Tell them it's a great opportunity for them," Su Yang said after a moment of thought.

"Sure, no problem," Miao Ling, who had seen many of Su Yang's incredible feats, was not surprised.

"By the way, are you free tonight? I'll teach you a set of qi cultivation techniques," Su Yang said, hoping to make up for his guilt.

"That's great, I thought you had forgotten your promise," Miao Ling said happily on the phone, "I'll be there soon."

Fifteen minutes later, Miao Ling, dressed in a red dress and with her natural beauty, appeared at the door.

Opening the door, Su Yang admired her and commented, "You look even more beautiful without makeup."

Miao Ling smiled and nodded, "When did you start being so charming? That's rare."

Su Yang shrugged, "I never hesitate to praise those I care about and who care about me."

Under the bright light, Miao Ling's cheeks turned red, and her usual strong image vanished, revealing a shy and gentle side. She smiled and rolled her eyes at Su Yang, "Do you care about me?"

"Why wouldn't I?" Su Yang leaned closer, looking into her eyes, and said softly, "My intuition tells me you like me."

"Ah!"

Miao Ling covered her mouth, her expression showing a mix of surprise and embarrassment. She never expected Su Yang to be so direct.

At first, Miao Ling saw Su Yang as a cooperative partner and a skilled martial artist. As they spent more time together, although she was often frustrated by his unconventional behavior, she couldn't truly be angry with him. Deep down, she always hoped to receive more calls from him and see him more often.

This feeling was not unfamiliar to her, but no man had ever given her such a strong impression.

After returning from Hong Kong, Miao Ling had often questioned herself, wondering if she had fallen for this guy. But it was just a guess, and even she couldn't give a definite answer.

Faced with Su Yang's sudden and somewhat shameless words, Miao Ling's mind was in turmoil. The thoughts she had suppressed for days resurfaced.

"You're so shameless."

Miao Ling weakly pushed Su Yang's chest, trying to regain her composure.

Su Yang smiled mischievously, grabbed her hands, and whispered in her ear, "Since you're not ready to accept me, let's get down to business. I'll teach you the qi cultivation technique I promised, but..."

Miao Ling, who had not been this close to a man in years, was a strong and successful woman. Even without considering her background, no one in her department would question her success or position. Despite having many excellent suitors, her dedication to her career made her ignore most things, including romance.

After struggling a bit, she couldn't free her hands and took a deep breath to calm herself, "But what?"

"Besides the thousand-word essentials, the first practice of this qi cultivation technique requires external guidance to fully understand the key points. Otherwise, it would take at least three to five months to grasp the basics."

Su Yang was not lying about this. He had intentionally elevated the technique he planned to teach her by two levels, otherwise, a second-rate technique wouldn't require such guidance.

"Then you..."

"Can you let go of my hands? There are so many women around you, this might cause misunderstandings," Miao Ling, with her stubbornness, mustered the courage to look Su Yang in the eye and said, biting her lip.

"Do you mean Xiao Wei and Zixin?" Su Yang asked calmly.

Su Yang's thinking was unconventional. To him, this was a normal thing, but his straightforward words made Miao Ling frown and forcefully pull her hands away.

"Su Yang, give me a moment..."

"Sometimes, I really can't understand what women are thinking. You clearly like me, yet you make things difficult. Forget it, let's get to business."

Su Yang released Miao Ling's hands and gestured for her to sit cross-legged, smiling, "Sit down, I won't eat you."

Miao Ling looked at Su Yang, feeling a bit guilty for some reason, which she couldn't understand.

What's wrong with me? He's the one who loves many women, shouldn't I refuse him?

PS: Second update, 3400 words! Don't forget to favorite, recommend, and rate 5 stars!

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