Chapter 58: Smart AI Xiao Chan (Please Follow)

Fang Huiyi heard something astonishing: Yue Feng, vice director of Chiqiong Martial Arts Gym, actually believed her son could become an A-class genius.

Could her son really be this talented?

She felt everything was too dreamlike; her heart raced, and an unstoppable surge of pride and emotion welled up inside her, so urgent that she longed to share the good news with Lin Zhen.

Lin Qi listened calmly, nodding inwardly—Yue Feng truly had better vision than others, seeing his talent.

He just didn’t see everything—but even this much was impressive enough.

So he smiled at Director Yue and said:

“I think so too!”

Sun Guanli was stunned; Yue Feng burst out laughing:

“Hah! I love you already—geniuses must have confidence in themselves.”

“Alright, Sun Guanli, show them around Chiqiong Martial Arts Gym.”

“Yes!”

After Lin Qi and Fang Huiyi left, Yue Feng watched Lin Qi’s back vanish from view.

“I originally planned to offer an A-class contract outright, but that would be too risky—he’d become a target for everyone.”

“Better to wait until his provincial ranking improves further; then upgrading to an A-class contract will be natural.”

“Since I didn’t uncover a genius with a special awakening ability, this year’s evaluation rests on you, Lin Qi,” Yue Feng murmured to himself.

…

“Lin Qi, this is our recovery zone. Next to it is the training equipment area, with strength testers, speed testers, even devices to measure neural reaction time.”

On the second floor of Chiqiong Martial Arts Gym, Sun Guanli led Lin Qi on a tour.

Previously, during his part-time job, he had only moved between Guo Heng’s martial arts room and the virtual chamber.

Inside the entire recovery room, rows of egg-shaped pods lined the walls—slightly smaller than virtual cabins.

“Lin Qi, since your mother isn’t in good health, you can bring her here often to use the recovery pods to relax muscles and nourish internal organs.”

“We also have specialized masseurs who can unblock meridians, stimulate blood and qi, greatly aiding physical recovery.”

“And the cafeteria’s nutritional meals are available anytime.”

“Lin Qi, you can apply for two family cards for your parents; their expenses can be settled directly through your account.”

“Plus, for hospital expenses beyond insurance, our gym covers 20%,” Sun Guanli added with a smile.

Lin Qi’s eyes lit up—his mother’s poor health couldn’t be fixed by supplements alone; external recovery was vital.

And with 20% reimbursement at hospitals, his mother Fang Huiyi spent a fortune on medical care every year.

With family cards, he didn’t know how much money he could save.

“Alright, thank you.”

“Mom, you can step in and try one right now.”

Lin Qi suddenly said.

“Okay!”

Fang Huiyi didn’t refuse, slowly entering a recovery pod as a cool sensation spread around her body, seeping through her skin into muscles and organs.

Waves of comfort washed over her—like a spa, something she’d never experienced before.

“The recovery session lasts one or two hours. Lin Qi, let me show you the private martial arts rooms,” Sun Guanli suggested.

“Sure!” Lin Qi nodded.

Sun Guanli led Lin Qi down the corridor, soon reaching the first floor.

Behind them, three figures appeared—among them, Qiu Siying, a beautiful girl with the bearing of wealth, frowned in confusion:

“Isn’t that Guo Heng’s friend from Erzhong?”

“It’s him—Lin Qi!”

Lu Xiang nodded in confirmation; the boy’s striking appearance made him unforgettable.

Once certain, the three exchanged glances, all stunned.

“What’s going on? Sun Guanli personally escorting him, so gentle? I’ve seen how stern he usually is,” Wu Feng shook his head, baffled.

So Qiu Siying took a photo and sent it to Guo Heng; moments later, she received a reply.

Guo Heng: “?”

…

Sun Guanli brought Lin Qi to a white metal door labeled B123.

A digital screen was pasted on the door; he began operating it.

“Lin Qi, I’ve registered your identity, palm print, and iris.”

“Although headquarters hasn’t finalized approval yet, you may already use all facilities within the gym.”

“Ding!” The metal door slid open, revealing a spacious martial arts room: recovery pods, private bathroom, strength tester, punching bags, various weapons…

Everything was there—nearly identical to Guo Heng’s martial arts room.

Just one hour in this room cost a thousand Xiaoguo yuan.

Once he’d envied it endlessly—now he had his own private martial arts room.

“Lin Qi, let me introduce you,” Sun Guanli said.

Lin Qi shook his head: “I already know—I worked as a sparring partner here before.”

Sun Guanli froze, surprised inside.

Then he smiled: “Lin Qi, you’ve had such experience? You truly have a connection with Chiqiong Martial Arts Gym.”

“But there’s one thing you probably haven’t experienced.”

He turned to the wall, pressed a button, and a black metal panel slid open, revealing a square white machine inside.

!

He pressed the button—next second, countless green beams shot from every corner of the ceiling, converging into light.

Rapidly forming a beautiful girl in a red-and-white fitted combat suit, with delicate features, pale skin, and a cold, elegant aura.

“This is Chiqiong Martial Arts Gym’s AI assistant. You may allow it to connect to your phone network.”

“Then give voice commands to assist your martial arts cultivation—like ordering takeout,” Sun Guanli explained with a grin.

Lin Qi studied the girl before him—her expressions, clothing details, all felt utterly real.

“What’s the difference between this and a sentient AI?” Lin Qi asked curiously.

“You’ve seen sentient AIs—they move through physical carriers, follow their masters constantly, and can protect them in critical moments.”

“That’s a huge advantage.”

“But this AI’s carrier is a bulky, immobile projector,” Sun Guanli explained.

Lin Qi nodded—he knew there were other differences, but even the portability Sun Guanli mentioned made the value entirely different.

“Alright, get to know your AI. I have other business to attend to.”

After seeing off Sun Guanli, the martial arts room fell silent, leaving only Lin Qi and the AI.

“Do you have a name?” Lin Qi asked.

“Hello, I am Chiqiong third-generation AI, serial number: 9527,” the girl replied, her voice crisp and sweet.

“You’ll be called Xiao Chan from now on!”

Lin Qi suddenly felt inspired and spoke.

“Thank you, Master, for naming me. Xiao Chan acknowledges,” Xiao Chan said.

“Xiao Chan, what can you do?”

Xiao Chan waved her hand, projecting a screen before Lin Qi filled with her user manual.

Most functions matched his expectations: voice commands for ordering takeout, projecting videos, searching data, freeing his hands.

“Huh~”

“You can even change Xiao Chan’s outfit and hairstyle?” Lin Qi was curious.

He immediately tried it, changing her gear.

“Shhh~”

The light before him reformed—Xiao Chan now wore long, silky black hair and a blue fitted combat suit.

Lin Qi nodded in satisfaction—she looked a bit like the Third Holy Mother from his past life.

He began walking through the martial arts room, processing everything he’d just experienced.

Signing the B-class contract with Chiqiong Martial Arts Gym meant he was now officially their genius.

With someone as powerful as Yue Feng supporting him, he now had backing.

Not to mention the large sum of Xiaoguo yuan and resources he’d soon receive—even his mother Fang Huiyi benefited.

Thinking of this, he immediately pulled out his phone and sent a message to his father Lin Zhen—no reply; he was probably still working.

So he sent a text to Jiang Tao.

Moments later, Jiang Tao replied:

“Big Bro, I’ll come over this afternoon to sign the contract with Chiqiong Martial Arts Gym.”

Lin Qi smiled slightly.

Then he picked up his spear and began practicing spear techniques.

…

(End of Chapter)