The Self-Cultivation of a Reborn Massage Therapist

Chapter 93 New Discoveries Regarding the Golden Finger

This time, Liu Li's breathing and movements were perfectly synchronized with Yu Xiaoning's breathing.

When Zhao Xiaochui released her with his right hand, a whole new world opened its doors to Liu Li.

She doesn't need to manipulate meridians or understand acupoints; as she massages with her hands, the absorption of essential oils by the customer's abdomen is clearly displayed before her.

"Little Deer, follow her movements."

Zhao Xiaochui quickly came up behind Xiaolu, put his hands on her hips to adjust her posture, and then leaned close to her ear in the same ambiguous way.

The 6.5-head-tall deer looked like a primary school student next to him. She subconsciously shrank her neck, widened her round and dull almond eyes, and followed Liu Li's movements with her hands.

"This is the 'Hu' technique, Little Deer. Follow her breathing, follow her rhythm, and think back to how you practiced the technique this morning!"

Zhao Xiaochui didn't use cheats; instead, he frequently adjusted Xiaolu's movements and posture.

The small hand that had appeared abruptly on Yu Xiaoning's lower abdomen gradually became more aligned with her.

Suddenly, the two female technicians exchanged a shocked glance.

"Now, Little Deer, get the hot stone."

Zhao Xiaochui let go and touched Yu Xiaoning's fair leg again—or rather, pressed the Zusanli acupoint.

Xiao Lu quickly moved the hot stone across the guest's abdomen, following Liu Li's movements. With the experience from before, this time, her movements were very synchronized.

"Do you feel it?"

At this moment, the two women opened their mouths wide and their movements became slightly disordered, but Zhao Xiaochui did not mind and patiently waited for their answer.

“I ‘saw’ the process of the guest’s skin pores expanding.” Xiaolu’s words were full of disbelief.

Liu Li, more composed, recalled the content of her heat therapy training before answering:
"The gaps between the stratum corneum are significantly enlarged."

“And another thing,” Little Deer said impatiently, taking back the cooling hot stone, “Little Hammer, I just felt a warm sensation in my lower back and abdomen, it felt so comfortable.”

"Because you have mastered the basics of the 'calling' technique."

Zhao Xiaochui was equally excited; his hands were trembling slightly.

He never expected that his unintentional teaching method a month ago would lead to such a huge discovery today.

"With the help of the six-character mantra for beginners, the stability of your acupressure and palm push has increased by a full 30%."

If he had continued to bury himself in his work as before, without the subtle guidance of the chubby receptionist, he would never have taken the initiative to explore, let alone make such a significant discovery.

"Customers' pores became enlarged by 50%."
The gaps between the stratum corneum cells have increased by 80%.
Local blood flow velocity increases by at least two times!

There are also some findings that can't be called discoveries, but rather observations assisted by heat flow: the absorption rate of monoterpenes increased by 80%; the absorption rate of esters increased by 60%; and the penetration depth of essential oil molecules under the skin doubled!
This is the incredible effect of combining traditional Chinese internal energy massage with modern technology.

All metrics significantly surpass those of top-of-the-line equipment.

At that moment, a clear, cool, and gentle voice rang in their ears:

"You should raise your prices."

Yu Xiaoning was awakened by the excited discussion. The warmth in her abdomen made her feel comfortable. She smiled and reminded Zhao Xiaochui when she heard him recounting his discovery.

He glanced at Zhao Xiaochui; the energetic young man was clean and refreshed, without a drop of sweat on his forehead. He immediately realized that Zhao Xiaochui wasn't responsible for his unusual condition, so he jokingly said:

“We all thought you had special abilities, and we were afraid we wouldn’t be able to protect you, so we called the old man here.”

The old man is a top-level teacher, and like Zhao Xiaochui, he is a pure person. The difference is that he has a huge and terrifying alumni network behind him.

Yu Xiaoning's conclusion also prompted Zhao Xiaochui's naive calculations—to build a moat around his "golden finger" ability, which he had successfully achieved through an unintentional, cheat-like teaching session a month prior. He hadn't shed a single drop of sweat, while the two female technicians were drenched in perspiration. This indicated that his abilities weren't unique and could be passed on to others.

Zhao Xiaochui understood the kindness shown to him by Yu Xiaoning and the chubby receptionist, and nodded gratefully.

"I feel really comfortable right now, and it's even warm," Yu Xiaoning said, gently stroking her lower abdomen, her voice filled with amazement. "Is this really internal energy cultivation from traditional Chinese medicine?"

“The most formal name in universities should be Qigong,” Zhao Xiaochui nodded in reply. “The effect of combining internal energy massage with a SPA is that your essential oil absorption is accelerated many times over. As it spreads through the blood, you can clearly feel your whole body getting warm after half an hour.”

"Oh, I see?" Yu Xiaoning exclaimed again, marveling at her good fortune. "It only costs 3888?"

Zhao Xiaochui: "That's the price for a regular technique. It's very cost-effective because they practice the Six-Character Mantra every day. Their technique and penetration are better than those of the top-tier technicians."

Yu Xiaoning: "Won't they experience the same energy expenditure when they use this as you do?"

“No!” Zhao Xiaochui shook his head very firmly. “They are different from me. I am really using my internal energy and consuming it to serve you, while they are using the act of applying essential oils to cultivate, and they are cultivating with you. This is beneficial to both of us.”

Let him cultivate himself on the customers, just like Liu Li and the others?

It might not be long before he's caught and used as a guinea pig in some lab.

"Then why do they sweat so much, just like you?"

"Isn't this normal? What isn't tiring to do these days?"

"..." Yu Xiaoning choked on her words with her blunt explanation, rolled her eyes inwardly, and looked directly at Zhao Xiaochui, "In that case, will my body recover faster than expected?"

Zhao Xiaochui thought for a moment: "If you can get them to work with me every time, the time will be twice as fast. That's why I wanted you to try the SPA."

Yu Xiaoning stood up with the help of the two women on either side of her: "What do you mean?"

"There are requirements for the number of times you can practice the Six Healing Sounds each day. Just like bodybuilders, you can't spend all day in the gym. By the way, the best time to practice is between 3 and 5 pm."

Yu Xiaoning thought for a moment: "What about you?"

Zhao Xiaochui thought for a moment: "I can do it anytime, but you said they should raise their prices. Putting aside their pricing strategy using the 'six-word mantra,' what about me? How many times should I raise my prices?"

As he said this, he suddenly remembered the extended thinking on Shang Yang's reforms mentioned by the distinguished teacher, and looked at Yu Xiaoning as if he wanted to say something but hesitated.

Many of the rules and regulations of Relaxing and Slow Travel are copied from Amanyangyun, including pricing. Relaxing and Slow Travel's pricing is based on Aman's pricing with a discount.

Zhao Xiaochui now wants to hear the opinion of 'Shang Yang, the foreigner'.

Yu Xiaoning smiled slightly; the young man's thoughts were written all over his face. She didn't tease him. After the two women helped him put on his silk robe, she patiently asked:

"Could you talk about the staffing of pricing personnel at top luxury brands in this industry?"

Zhao Xiaochui had done a lot of research these past few days, so he answered very readily: "The pricing think tank configuration for top-tier SPAs includes: chief aromatherapist, sensory designer, market access review specialist, and actuary. The relevant processes are detailed in the industry manual."

As a seasoned HR professional, Yu Xiaoning knew immediately upon hearing these names why the "Easy and Slow" program wasn't offered; all four positions had an annual salary of at least 100,000 US dollars.

"Understood," Yu Xiaoning nodded and walked towards the bathhouse. "I will send you an email, please check your inbox."

"Thank you," Zhao Xiaochui said sincerely.

"You're welcome. Remember to send me a bottle of custom-made essential oil."

Zhao Xiaochui glanced at the blended essential oil formula, which was now only a shallow layer at the bottom: "That bottle was originally a gift for customers leaving the store, and it will be mixed into a morning wake-up spray for the next day."

"I want a new bottle," Yu Xiaoning said, pushing her luck.

"Sincere Discount 8000."

(End of this chapter)