Chapter 82: Accompanying Miss Tan Han in Meditation
Translator: RaidenTL
Chapter 82: Accompanying Miss Tan Han in Meditation
"Um, but I might not be free during the day today. I still have quite a lot to do, so it might have to be tonight." After agreeing, I essentially resigned myself to my fate. It was ten thousand yuan, after all—more than enough to make the legwork worth it. However, I still needed to clarify a few things upfront to manage expectations.
"Tonight... that could work. Xiao Han, what time was it when you successfully meditated?"
"Hmm... it was at night. I had just finished my part-time shift and was getting ready to give it a try. It was probably late into the night," I said, telling the truth after a moment's thought.
"Then isn't that perfect?"
"I guess so..." I scratched my head and laughed. Put that way, there didn't seem to be a problem. I’d just treat it as a good omen.
If I really turned out to be a terrible teacher tonight, I’d just use the excuse that it was too late and make a run for it. At worst, I’d just forfeit the ten thousand yuan.
"By the way, you said you're busy today because of your part-time job at the bakery? If so, I can have a word with the Shopkeeper. You could accompany me to the library instead to see if there are any good books to look through," Tan Han continued. From her tone alone, I could tell how much the Shopkeeper favored her.
Clearly, she didn't have the patience to sit around doing nothing at the bakery until evening just to wait for me.
But I was about to disappoint her.
"That... probably won't work. I have to go practice for my Flight License this afternoon."
"A Flight License?"
Tan Han frowned slightly. She clearly didn't quite understand my behavior, as this was another field she hadn't encountered yet.
"Yeah, the Flight License you need to ride a Flying Broom. Without it, you're not qualified to ride one." Even though I can't afford an Alchemical Broom with my current finances anyway, I added silently in my head.
"I've heard of it... Now that you mention it, it really is necessary to get a Flight License. May I ask where you're taking the test?" Tan Han asked after a moment of contemplation.
"Eh? Why do you ask...?"
"I'm thinking of finishing everything I can before school starts. I've heard things get very busy once the term begins," Tan Han explained with a smile.
"That's true," I agreed wholeheartedly.
"Can I ask where you practice? Maybe I'll head over there too. I don't know many people at the academy, but you're one of them. It's always better to have a familiar face as a companion, isn't it?" Tan Han pressed further. It looked like she was determined to stick with me.
"Uh... it's the Witch Academy Aerobatics Flight License Training Club. Actually, there's more than just that one place where you can sign up," I said with a bit of hesitation.
"Then that's the one. Well... since you don't have time now, remember to contact me when you're free tonight. I'll be waiting for you."
I watched the young lady leave before getting back to my own business. Her mention of the Flight License reminded me that I still hadn't passed the theory portion. Although I personally felt it should just be common sense, it was still necessary to review.
It would be a total joke if I failed the theory. That wouldn't be funny at all.
Time flew by. Under Senior Sister Tu Qingxue's guidance that afternoon, I reached the point where I could steadily maintain a low-altitude flight and attempt straight low-altitude flight. For me, this progress was acceptable.
It wasn't until evening that I finally said goodbye to Senior Sister Tu Qingxue.
Standing at the bus stop, I took out my phone and immediately contacted the little rich girl, Tan Han. Although I wasn't fully prepared to teach anyone, I’d just have to bite the bullet. Money was practically being shoved into my mouth; I’d be a fool not to take it.
Not long after I sent the message, I received a reply. She was already waiting for me at the Meditation Room!
Well then. I was quite familiar with the Meditation Room area. Even though I’d only been there once, I remembered which bus to take without even needing to check my phone.
When I arrived, Tan Han sent me a room number. One look was enough to tell me that this was one of those high-end meditation rooms I could never afford. I also learned for the first time that meditation rooms didn't actually have a limit on the number of people; as long as you felt it was fine, anyone could go in.
"Xiao Han, over here."
While I was still counting the room numbers, a familiar voice called out to me. It was none other than Tan Han.
"Coming!"
I hurried over. It wouldn't be good to keep her waiting too long.
"Let's go in together."
Seeing me arrive, Tan Han pushed open the door to the meditation room. I had to admit, the rooms here were worlds apart from the hundred-yuan ones I used. Even the interior decor exuded a sense of understated luxury.
The overall structure even seemed to carry a psychological suggestion, naturally inducing a state of calm and tranquility.
Upon entering, I noticed a light scent of incense. An aromatherapy burner sat by the door, its faint fragrance not clashing with the meditation incense but rather adding a sense of depth to the aroma.
However, this lingering scent of incense didn't have any actual effect. After all, the actual purpose of the ultra-expensive incense used for the Witch Meditation Method wasn't just for the smell. If you just wanted a nice scent, you could buy a mountain of it for a few dozen yuan; there would be no need to spend such an exorbitant price.
"Why did you stop? Is something wrong?" Tan Han asked when she saw me pause.
"Ah... no, it's nothing. Let's go in and get ready," I replied perfunctorily. I couldn't exactly tell her I was stunned by the luxury of the place, could I?
That would be too embarrassing.
"Is that so? I thought you might be nervous."
"I am a little nervous..."
"Relax, it's really nothing. I've spent the last two days looking into the Witch Meditation Method in detail, and with the extra research I did today, I'm actually quite confident about tonight's meditation." Tan Han smiled as she knelt down and began organizing her items.
The room was fully equipped, with an ample supply of everything from incense burners to incense. Watching Tan Han's technique, I could tell she was an old hand at this. She might not have tried the Witch Meditation Method before, but she must have done plenty of Theoretical Meditation in the past.
Ordinary incense does have some effect on general meditation, but I had never experienced it myself. As for whether this young lady had... did I even need to ask?
"Alright, now it's time for you to play your part. I don't need you to regurgitate the theories from the books to me. I only want to hear about your meditation process. Even if you think the process was ridiculous or impossible to replicate, please tell me about it," Tan Han said, turning to look at me seriously.
"Uh... okay..."
I met Tan Han's thirsting-for-knowledge gaze, and for a moment, my eyes flickered away. I truly felt that my experience was likely impossible for anyone else to replicate and held no value as a reference. But since this was her request... I wouldn't hold back.
As for the details regarding Spirit Vision, I’d better keep those hidden. My Spirit Vision was too unique; it wasn't something I should go around broadcasting.
"Fine... then I'll start. When I first began meditating, it was just like what you're doing now. I lit the incense, and then all the various support spells in the meditation room were activated..."