[{"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-414":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},1633313,2099,"Chapter 414: Stop Poking The Gym","heretic-trainer-the-gym-is-my-cultivation-method-chapter-414",414,"\u003Cp>Inside the main hall of the Draconia Clan, Darius Draconia stood in front of a wide window overlooking the training grounds below.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Behind him, one of his trusted assistants knelt on one knee, head lowered.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Darius did not turn around.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Is it done?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The assistant swallowed. \"Yes, Patriarch. We sent multiple groups disguised as pirates toward the God Archipelago.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Darius’s fingers tightened slightly behind his back.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"And?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The assistant hesitated for half a second.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"They failed.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Silence filled the hall.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Outside, distant dragon roars echoed faintly from the lower arena. Inside, the air felt heavy.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"They were intercepted before reaching inner waters,\" the assistant continued carefully. \"Even their outer patrol disciples are... far stronger than expected.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Darius slowly turned around.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"How strong?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The assistant lowered his head further. \"Even mid-tier disciples easily defeated our hired captains.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He hesitated but continued. \"Some of the smaller factions under us attempted pressure as well... but they began withdrawing.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Darius’s brows lowered slightly. \"Withdrawing?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Yes. They reported heavy losses. They claim God Gym’s path makes even ordinary members abnormal.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Darius’s jaw tightened.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Abnormal.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The assistant nodded nervously. \"Yes, Patriarch.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Darius walked past him slowly, his robe brushing lightly against the stone floor.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The assistant stiffened as he continued to report.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"We also received another message this morning from the Solmira Clan.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Darius stopped walking.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The assistant continued quickly, \"They stated clearly that any direct movement against God Gym would be interpreted as destabilizing Grand Faction balance.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Darius let out a quiet breath through his nose.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Sorien.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The name left his mouth flatly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The assistant dared to look up slightly. \"Patriarch... should we halt further action?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Darius did not answer immediately.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He walked to the center of the hall and rested one hand on the large stone table.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After a moment, he spoke.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"And those people?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The assistant blinked. \"Patriarch?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Darius did not look at him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I have sold them many dragons,\" he said calmly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His fingers tapped once against the stone. \"It has been a year.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He finally lifted his eyes toward the assistant. \"How is there no news from them?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The assistant swallowed and quickly lowered his head again. \"They... reported that they are still reforming, Patriarch.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Darius’s expression did not change. \"Reforming?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Yes,\" the assistant continued carefully.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"They said internal restructuring takes time. They assured us they would inform you once preparations are complete.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Darius stared at him for a few seconds.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The assistant felt the pressure immediately and lowered his head even further.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Darius slowly removed his hand from the table and began walking toward him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I am not patient,\" Darius said flatly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The assistant’s back stiffened.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Remind them of that.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Darius stopped in front of him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Tell them they have two days.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The assistant looked up slightly, eyes wide.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Two days,\" Darius repeated. \"They will come here and report in person.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His gaze sharpened. \"If they do not... we cut supply.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The assistant’s breathing grew a little heavier.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"No more dragons,\" Darius continued calmly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He stepped past the assistant. \"And if necessary, report them.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The assistant’s eyes widened. \"To... Solmira?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Darius paused but did not turn around. \"To whoever needs to know.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His voice remained controlled.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"They think they can use my resources while hiding in silence.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He let out a quiet breath. \"They are mistaken.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The assistant quickly bowed deeply. \"Yes, Patriarch. I will send the message immediately.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Darius gave a small nod.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Make it clear,\" he added. \"I expect results. Not excuses.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Yes.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The assistant rose quickly and left the hall.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Darius stood alone again.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>For a brief moment, a faint crimson glow flickered in his eyes as a thin wave of dragon aura pulsed outward before fading.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He closed his eyes briefly, suppressing it.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Everyone thinks I am restrained,\" he muttered quietly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His hand clenched slightly at his side. \"That does not mean I am weak.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>---\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Inside a bright chamber within the Solmira Clan headquarters, Sorien stood near a long table covered with scrolls and sealed reports.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Across from him stood three Light Stewards, dressed in clean white uniforms marked with the Solmira emblem.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>They stood straight, hands folded respectfully in front of them.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Sorien’s posture was relaxed, but his gaze was sharp.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Have you sent the warning to Draconia regarding the pirate movements?\" he asked calmly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>One of the Light Stewards nodded. \"Yes, Lord Sorien. The official notice was delivered yesterday.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Sorien tilted his head slightly. \"And their response?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Another steward stepped forward half a step. \"They replied that they would cease indirect actions immediately.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Sorien’s eyes narrowed slightly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"They would cease,\" he repeated.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Yes.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He walked slowly around the table, fingers brushing lightly against the edge of a scroll.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Good,\" he said evenly. \"Send a follow-up.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The stewards listened carefully.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Tell them this is the last time.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His voice remained polite.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"If they attempt such behavior again...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He stopped walking and looked at them directly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I will go there personally.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The temperature in the room seemed to drop slightly despite the sunlight.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Light Stewards stiffened and bowed their heads. \"Understood.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Sorien gave a small nod and walked toward the window, looking out at the inner courtyard where Solmira disciples were practicing controlled light techniques.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Sorien watched for a second before speaking again.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Has Garion sent any communication?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The stewards exchanged quick glances.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>One of them answered carefully. \"No, Lord Sorien. There has been no direct message from God Gym’s central island.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Sorien frowned slightly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Nothing at all?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"No.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He exhaled quietly through his nose.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"That man...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He folded his arms and stared outside.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"It has been nearly a year.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The stewards remained silent.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Sorien shook his head slightly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"What is he doing now?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>One steward spoke cautiously. \"Perhaps he is consolidating power internally.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Perhaps,\" Sorien replied.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He tapped his fingers lightly against his arm.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"He eliminates a Demon Gate, restructures six islands, and turns four clans into God Clans... and then disappears.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His brows lowered just slightly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"That is not normal.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The stewards kept their eyes lowered, waiting.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Sorien turned away from the window.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Maintain observation,\" he said calmly. \"But do not provoke.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Yes, Lord Sorien.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"If he is preparing something, we must know before the world does.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The stewards nodded firmly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Sorien looked back toward the sunlight one more time.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Garion...\" he muttered quietly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Whatever you are building...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His expression became serious.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I hope it does not destabilize everything I am trying to protect.\"\u003C\u002Fp>",1062,"2026-06-06T11:12:18.543Z",1,"novelbin.me","c7bf4c884ea6be5ecb0605b508b1561536abe294d8b03abaf1f285044a7acc2c","heretic-trainer-the-gym-is-my-cultivation-method-chapter-72","heretic-trainer-the-gym-is-my-cultivation-method-chapter-71",613,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Fheretic-trainer-the-gym-is-my-cultivation-method-cover.jpg"]