[{"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-36":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},1633190,2099,"Chapter 36: Top 32 Without Taking the Robe Off","heretic-trainer-the-gym-is-my-cultivation-method-chapter-36",36,"\u003Cp>One day had passed inside the treasure realm, and it began to tremble.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Every jade token inside the realm began to light up, and in an instant, all the remaining competitors were forced out.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Dahlia was also one of those forced out.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She was in the forest one moment, and a moment later, she was in an unfamiliar place.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>When her vision cleared, she realized where she was. She was actually in the middle of the arena.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Stone seats rose high around her, filled with numerous spectators.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Their voice was loud. All of them were cheering and shouting as if a festival had erupted.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Dahlia’s eyes widened. She turned slowly, taking it all in, tightening her robe.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>So many people...\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The announcer’s voice boomed, echoing across the arena.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Ladies and gentlemen! The treasure realm has closed! And before you stand the ones who endure, found and survived!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He pointed his hand at the thirty-two people in the middle of the arena.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"These are your top thirty-two competitors who will go to the next stage!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The crowd roared again.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Some of them clapped their hands, others shouted names, and some even booed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Dahlia kept her head down, pulling her robe tighter, hiding the combat suit beneath.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>On the big floating screens above, the thirty-two survivors were shown briefly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Some looked battered, their robes torn and bloody. Others stood tall with pride, waving to the audience. Dahlia just stood still.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The announcer raised his hands to silence the spectators.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Now that our top thirty-two are confirmed, tomorrow we begin the elimination tree battles!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"One against one, until only the champion remains!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The spectators went wild, and Dahlia quickly smirked, hearing it.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>One against one... That’s my style. Good.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The announcer continued.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Each competitor will now be given time to rest and recover. You will be led to designated rooms in the competitors’ quarters. And remember...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He paused for an effect, then smiled broadly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"You may choose one person to accompany you! A master, a family member, a friend, or even a lover!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"They may guide you, heal you, teach you, or cheer you on before the next stage!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The competitors murmured among themselves.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Some grinned and immediately sought out their masters in the stands.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Others sighed with relief, talking about needing healers or family support.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Dahlia’s lips curved into a small smile, knowing only one person she could bring.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She turned toward the crowd instinctively, her eyes searching.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In the common seats, Garion was already watching her.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>When their eyes met, he lifted an arm and flexed his bicep like before. A simple gesture meant only for her.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Dahlia’s cheek reddened slightly, but she nodded.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Garion chuckled to himself.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Good girl. Top thirty-two in her first competition. And she didn’t even show her full power.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He stretched, cracking his shoulders\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Looks like tomorrow will be really interesting.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>---\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The thirty-two were soon escorted by officers to a hall beneath the arena.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>One by one, competitors were shown to their quarters.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>When it was Dahlia’s turn, she followed quietly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Inside her assigned room, the walls were plain, and a simple bed was placed in the center, along with a table with water and fruit.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The officer bowed slightly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"If you wish, you may summon one companion. just speak their name to this orb.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Dahlia nodded and touched it.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Master Garion.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The orb pulsed once, then dimmed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Moments later, the door was opened and Garion stepped inside, his broad figure filling the doorway.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He quickly looked around the room and smirked.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Not bad. Free food, free bed, and a private room. You should fight in tournaments more often, Dahlia.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She rolled her eyes but smiled faintly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Master, this isn’t funny. Tomorrow is serious.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Garion chuckled, sitting heavily on the bed, letting it creak under his weight.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I know, but you did well today. Top thirty-two already. And you didn’t even need to take that robe off.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Dahlia’s face heated again.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Master!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Garion only raised his hands innocently.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"What? I’m just saying it. You fought covered up in that robe, not even using your full power...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"And still, you managed to crush jade tokens like candy. That’s impressive.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Dahlia let out a long sigh before sitting down across from him. Her head hung low.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"But that’s not me, Master. It feels... wrong. Like I’m becoming somebody else.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Garion leaned back on the bed, propping himself up with one arm.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Of course it feels different. That’s the Dragon Tooth Flower working.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her head snapped up, eyes wide.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"The supplement?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Garion only nodded.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Yeah, because of my concoctions, the effect hit harder than normal.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"It stirred your mana and pushed it to take on a dragon trait earlier than usual.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Dahlia blinked, stunned.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She had heard rumours about cultivators awakening traits in the second realm.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But she never thought it would happen to her, and she wasn’t even in the second realm.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"So this was the reason. No wonder I felt hungry to fight. Why I couldn’t stand the thought of losing.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Garion leaned forward, nodding.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Exactly. It’s just a shift of personality. Nothing to be scared of. When you get stronger, pride comes with it. Wildness too sometimes.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Dahlia swallowed hard.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"But... what if I lose control?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Garion shook his head.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"You won’t. You already noticed the change and calmed yourself when it mattered. That’s already proof you’re in control.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Garion then smirked.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Besides... Both of them were just fuel. Pride and wildness aren’t curses. They can be weapons too.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She blinked at him. \"Weapons?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Garion nodded, explaining it further.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Yeah. Wildness makes you unpredictable. Pride makes it harder for you to lose your composure.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"If you understand them and use them, they’ll be strengths. If you ignore them, they’ll eat you alive. Simple as that.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Dahlia stared at her fists, turning his words over in her head.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Pride and Wildness... Strengths?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It felt strange, but also right.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Slowly, she unclenched her hands and nodded.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I understand, Master. Then... I’ll make sure to understand them and use them.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Garion grinned and flicked her forehead lightly, making her yelp.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"There’s my disciple. Don’t overthink it. Just keep working. Strong muscles, strong mind, strong heart. That’s all you need.\"\u003C\u002Fp>",1031,"2026-06-06T11:12:18.261Z",1,"novelbin.me","13baca27f8d9e9416e4d60d616793d82f7a3053f503b019b7f0804e33c418251","heretic-trainer-the-gym-is-my-cultivation-method-chapter-277","heretic-trainer-the-gym-is-my-cultivation-method-chapter-276",613,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Fheretic-trainer-the-gym-is-my-cultivation-method-cover.jpg"]