[{"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-78":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},1633333,2099,"Chapter 78: It’s Not Poison… Probably","heretic-trainer-the-gym-is-my-cultivation-method-chapter-78",78,"\u003Cp>By the end of the day, the disciples were sprawled all over the floor.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Some lay flat on their backs, others leaned against the walls, too tired to even talk.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Dahlia stood in front of them with her arms crossed, still full of energy.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Alright, training’s over for today!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>No one cheered. They just groaned quietly in response.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She tilted her head, just realising something.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"By the way... why are you still wearing those old robes?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The disciples froze. A few looked away, embarrassed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Dahlia frowned.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Don’t tell me none of you tried on the training clothes inside your rooms?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>One disciple raised his hand weakly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Senior Sister... those clothes... they’re kind of... um... small.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Another added quickly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"And this! It feels like we’re wearing nothing!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Dahlia’s face twitched, and she stomped her foot down hard.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"No buts! From tomorrow onward, you’re all wearing those training clothes, got it?!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A few disciples tried to protest. \"But...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She pointed at them sharply.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"No ’but’! If I have to train in these tight clothes, then so do all of you! I’m not going to be the only one suffering here!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Garion, who had been watching from the side, chuckled softly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"She’s right. Those clothes are designed to help your body move better. You’ll get used to it after a day or two.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The disciples groaned again, clearly unconvincing.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Dahlia put her hands on her hips.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"And don’t worry. It’s not like anyone’s going to laugh at you. You’ll all look equally ridiculous.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>That got a few nervous laughs from the crowd.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Garion stepped forward, surveying the exhausted group.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Alright. Enough whining for today. Go back to your rooms, rest well and get ready for tomorrow.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He paused for a moment, then smiled.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Also, I’ll be giving you all a gift tomorrow. Something that will help with your training.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The disciples suddenly perked up.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"A gift?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Really?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Garion nodded.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Yes. You’ll need it if you want to survive what comes next.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The hopeful looks on their faces quickly turned to dread.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Dahlia grinned.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"See you all tomorrow, little gym rats.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The hall echoed with one last round of groans before everyone slowly dragged themselves back to their rooms.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>---\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The next morning came, and the disciples gathered once again.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This time, everyone was wearing the new training gear. Tight sleeveless tops, flexible pants, and light jackets.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The clothes were comfortable, but most of them couldn’t get used to how revealing they felt compared to their old robes.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Some girls crossed their arms, trying to cover themselves. A few boys avoided eye contact, pretending to look at the floor.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Dahlia stood proudly in front of them, hands on her hips, wearing the same outfit.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Good. Everyone’s finally dressed properly.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She looked around and smirked.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Don’t look so shy. It’s just skin and fabric. Move around a bit. You’ll feel how easy it is to train with these.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The disciples awkwardly stretched their arms and legs. A few of them mumbled quietly about how strange it felt.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Then, the door opened, and Garion entered the hall carrying two large crates.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Morning, guys. Before we start training, I want everyone to drink this.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He opened the crates, revealing rows of black-red bottles. Each one shimmred faintly, as if the liquid inside was alive.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The disciples leaned closer, curious bout nervous.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Garion picked one up and held it high.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"This is my new supplement, the Demonic Creatine. It’ll boost your energy, make your muscles stronger, and help you last longer during training.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The group looked at each other uneasily. One boy whispered.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Demonic? That doesn’t sound healthy or safe at all...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Garion just smiled faintly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Don’t worry about the name. I’m your master. There is no way, I’m gonna poison you guys.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Dahlia frowned slightly as she stared at the bottles.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Master... this isn’t like that Dragon Force Shake, right?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Garion grinned.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Maybe a little. Why?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Dahlia groaned.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Because that one almost melted my tongue off.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A few disciples widened their eyes.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Melt...?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Garion chuckled.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Don’t worry. This one’s not that bad. Probably.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He began handing out the bottles to all the disciples.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Dahlia raised an eyebrow.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Wait, Master. There’s a hundred and one bottles... where’s mine?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Garion shrugged.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"You’re training them today. This batch is for them. But if you want one...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He smirked.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I can give you one too.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Dahlia quickly shook her head.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"No thanks. I’ll pass for now.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Garion smiled.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Suit yourself.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He turned to the group.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Alright, everyone. Open it and drink it all. Don’t sip. Just finish it in one go. It works better that way.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The disciples hesitated.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Drink it,\" Dahlia ordered.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>With nervous faces, they all uncapped the bottles. A strong, spicy smell filled the air immediately.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A few disciples gaged just from the scent.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"What is this smell?!\" one coughed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"It’s like spicy fruit and smoke!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Garion folded his arms, watching with amusement.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"That means it’s fresh.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>They all exchanged looks, counted to three, and drank.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The moment the liquid touched their tongues, chaos began.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"HOT! HOT!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"MY MOUTH IS ON FIRE!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"WHY IS IT SPICY?!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"MASTER, THIS IS POISON!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Garion laughed softly as some disciples jumped around, fanning their mouths.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Relax. That’s the demonic energy working through your body. You’ll get used to it in a minute.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Dahlia watched, half-amused and half-sympathetic.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"He wasn’t kidding. This might be even worse than the Dragon Shake.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>One girl sat on the floor, fanning her tongue.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Senior Sister, it’s burning, but... my body feels hot! Like I can move more!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Garion nodded.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Exactly. That heat means your body is absorbing energy. Once it settles, you’ll feel stronger and energised.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Another boy’s eyes went wide.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I actually feel lighter! Like I can run forever!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A few others nodded in surprise as the burning sensation slowly turned into warmth and energy.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Their fatigue from the previous day started to fade.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Dahlia smirked.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Alright then, no excuses. Now that you’re energised, it’s time for real training.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Half the group groaned in despair.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"We just started breathing again.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Garion chuckled, leaning against the wall.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Perfect timing. Dahlia, continue with the full body routine. I’ll monitor their progress.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Dahlia cracked her knuckles.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Alright, my little demons. Since you drank the Demonic Creatine, let’s see how strong you become. Start with squats again. Three sets, no breaks.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The disciples groaned even louder,\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>One boy muttered under his breath.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I should’ve joined a sword sect...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Garion laughed quietly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Too late for that now.\"\u003C\u002Fp>",1076,"2026-06-06T11:12:18.542Z",1,"novelbin.me","a75f686ebc2d691afa4822fec983a622af4c78796d5c777a4880f6dec9194b6b","heretic-trainer-the-gym-is-my-cultivation-method-chapter-428","heretic-trainer-the-gym-is-my-cultivation-method-chapter-427",613,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Fheretic-trainer-the-gym-is-my-cultivation-method-cover.jpg"]