[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"origin-heretic-trainer-the-gym-is-my-cultivation-method":3,"chapter-heretic-trainer-the-gym-is-my-cultivation-method-heretic-trainer-the-gym-is-my-cultivation-method-chapter-352":6},{"origin":4,"title":5},"english","Heretic Trainer: The Gym Is My Cultivation Method",{"chapter":7,"nextChapterSlug":19,"prevChapterSlug":20,"totalChapters":21,"novelImage":22},{"id":8,"novel_id":9,"title":10,"slug":11,"index":12,"content":13,"wordcount":14,"created_at":15,"updated_at":15,"volume":16,"translator":17,"content_hash":18},1633530,2099,"Chapter 352: Love Style Is Not Soft","heretic-trainer-the-gym-is-my-cultivation-method-chapter-352",352,"\u003Cp>Dahlia let out a small laugh and crossed her arms.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Let me explain it properly, Sir Sorien,\" she said. \"Our path doesn’t give us normal mana traits.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Sorien brushed dirt from his sleeve and looked at her, still cautious.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"No mana traits?\" he repeated. \"Then what do you rely on?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Dahlia tapped her chest.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Unique physiques,\" she said. \"Instead of shaping mana outside the body, our cultivation reshapes the whole body itself.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Sorien frowned. \"Unique physique...?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He looked thoughtful. \"So it’s like a mana trait, but...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"For the entire body,\" Dahlia finished with a grin. \"Exactly.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She turned her head toward Rachel.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"And Elder Rachel’s unique physique is a special one.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Rachel smiled softly and nodded.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Mine is called[Radiant Love],\" she said.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Sorien focused on her immediately.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"...Radiant Love,\" he repeated.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Rachel clasped her hands in front of her, her posture calm and open.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"My physique is more suited for support,\" she explained.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Anyone I consider my kin grows stronger more easily when they’re near me. Their bodies recover faster. Their defense improves. Even their fear becomes lighter.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Sorien’s eyes narrowed slightly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"And your attacks?\" he asked.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Rachel lifted her hand and curled it into a loose fist.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I can turn all my physical attacks into a ’love style,’\" she said gently. \"They won’t damage the body.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Dahlia added, \"But don’t misunderstand.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She pointed at Sorien.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"You’ll still feel the impact.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Rachel nodded. \"Pain still exists.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She tilted her head slightly and smiled.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"So... are you ready for more?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Sorien stared at her for a long moment.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A cultivation path without mana traits.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A body that could break barriers without injuring the target.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A support-type physique that could still overpower him physically.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"...This is absurd,\" he muttered.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Then he smiled.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"To think a path like this exists,\" Sorien said.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He straightened his posture and stepped forward.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Very well,\" he said calmly. \"Let’s continue.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This time, his aura sharpened.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I’m genuinely interested now,\" Sorien added. \"And I won’t underestimate you again.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Rachel nodded once.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Alright,\" she said. \"Go ahead.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Sorien took a slow breath and raised his hand.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Light gathered above his palm, sharp and focused.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The air hummed softly as the radiance condensed into a long, narrow shape.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[Radiant Lance]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The spear of light formed completely, bright but controlled. Sorien’s expression turned serious.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Careful,\" he warned. \"This one isn’t meant to heal.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He thrust his hand forward.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The lance shot across the space in a straight line, fast and clean, aimed directly at Rachel’s chest.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Dahlia sucked in a breath. \"Whoa!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Rachel didn’t dodge.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She stepped forward instead.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her hand rose, palm open.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The lance struck her palm.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>There was a brief flash of light.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Then... nothing exploded.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Rachel’s fingers closed around the lance, stopping it completely.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The light trembled in her grip, struggling for a moment before settling down like it had been calmed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Sorien’s eyes widened.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"...She caught it?\" he muttered.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Rachel looked down at the lance in her hand, then back up at Sorien.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Oh,\" she said softly. \"This feels tense.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She smiled apologetically.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Let me return it.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She turned her wrist slightly and flicked her arm forward.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The[Radiant Lance]flew back toward Sorien, just as fast as before... but the pressure felt different.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Sorien’s instincts screamed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He crossed his arms and hurriedly activated[Luminous Barrier]again.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The shield formed just in time.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The lance hit it and stopped.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The barrier didn’t shatter.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Instead, the impact pushed Sorien back several steps, his boots digging into the ground.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He lowered his arms slowly, breathing steady but eyes wide.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"...That wasn’t an attack,\" he said.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Rachel nodded. \"Just a push.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Dahlia laughed. \"Yeah. Elder Rachel’s ’gentle’ is still terrifying.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Sorien stared at Rachel, then let out a quiet laugh.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"...A physical cultivator who can grab spells barehanded,\" he said. \"This path really is unreasonable.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Rachel smiled warmly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Shall we continue?\" she asked.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Sorien straightened.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Yes,\" he said firmly. \"I want to see how far this goes.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The light inside the[Radiant Order Domain]grew denser.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It didn’t press down, but it became clearer, sharper, like the air itself had been cleaned too thoroughly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Rachel felt it immediately.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Oh,\" she said softly. \"This one feels different.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Sorien nodded. \"Because now I’m testing endurance, not reactions.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He spread his hands apart.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Multiple points of light formed around him, hovering in the air.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[Radiant Lance]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Three spears of light rotated slowly, aimed at Rachel from different angles.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Dahlia’s smile faded a little. \"Hey, hey... isn’t that too much?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Sorien didn’t answer. His eyes stayed locked on Rachel.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Please defend,\" he said.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Rachel took a step forward.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She didn’t raise a barrier.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She didn’t dodge.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She simply clenched her fists and moved.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The first lance fired.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Rachel punched it aside. The light shattered harmlessly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The second lance came from the side.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She twisted and kicked, dispersing it midair.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Then the third one struck.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It was faster.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Rachel turned, but not fast enough.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The lance pierced her shoulder and exploded into light.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Rachel staggered back a step.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Blood splashed onto the ground.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Dahlia’s eyes widened. \"Elder Rachel!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Sorien’s expression changed instantly. \"I went too far!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Rachel raised one hand.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I’m fine,\" she said.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She looked down at her shoulder.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The wound was deep. Light residue flickered around it, interfering with movement.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Sorien frowned. \"That was a direct hit. Even with control, light damage lingers.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Rachel nodded. \"It does.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Then something changed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Warm radiance flowed out from her chest, gentle and steady.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[Heart of Love]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The light around her didn’t clash with Sorien’s domain. It blended.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The wound began to close.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Blood stopped flowing.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Flesh knitted together smoothly, as if guided by careful hands.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In just a few breaths, the injury vanished completely.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Rachel rolled her shoulder once.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"...Alright,\" she said. \"All better.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Dahlia stared. \"That was instant.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Sorien stood frozen.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"...Instant regeneration,\" he said quietly. \"Inside another person’s domain.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He lowered his hands slowly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"That wasn’t a healing spell,\" he continued. \"It came from your body itself.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Rachel smiled gently.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Yes,\" she said. \"My physique prioritizes my kin. That includes myself.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Sorien let out a long breath and laughed under his breath.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"This is absurd,\" he said. \"A physical cultivator who ignores spell damage, catches light techniques, and heals instantly.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He looked at her with open respect now.\u003C\u002Fp>",1039,"2026-06-06T11:12:18.543Z",1,"novelbin.me","5a6ff5d632e8f4804dbd90c58d9ac0228aab433caeb381cb1f3e4f00b41b1602","heretic-trainer-the-gym-is-my-cultivation-method-chapter-353","heretic-trainer-the-gym-is-my-cultivation-method-chapter-351",613,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Fheretic-trainer-the-gym-is-my-cultivation-method-cover.jpg"]