Swallowing the Stars: Starting with Optimizing the Five Hearts Towards the Sky

Earth!

In the world of Swallowed Star, Earth is not an ordinary rocky planet. According to the original setting, Earth is a special treasure personally crafted by "Sitting Mountain Guest," a powerful being at the pinnacle of the universe.

The effect is that humans born on Earth have a unique talent in terms of 'mental state', making it easier to improve their 'willpower' attribute.

"Since Earth is a treasure crafted by the Mountain-Sitting Guest, it should be usable as a meditation object." Chen Yuan's eyes brightened, and the more he thought about it, the more likely it seemed.

So he tried again: "System, optimize the hibernation method. The optimization direction is: a cultivation method that conforms to the state of meditation, using the earth as the object of meditation. Its effect is to enhance the spiritual realm and the intensity of consciousness."

"Optimization task creation failed. Reason: Insufficient meditation material data."

"The reason for this failure is the lack of information on the meditation object." Chen Yuan stared at the information on the panel and asked, "What information is needed to use Earth as a meditation object?"

The system answered all his questions and quickly presented him with a large amount of information. After reading it carefully, Chen Yuan seemed to understand the requirements.

Although the system said a lot, it can be summarized in one sentence: he needs to observe this planet with his own eyes.

This kind of observation not only requires a macroscopic perspective, looking down on the entire Earth from space, but also requires going deep into every corner of the Earth to record in detail the various terrains and landforms such as mountains, rivers, lakes, and rainforests.

"So, if I want to use Earth as a subject for meditation, do I need to take a spontaneous trip?" Chen Yuan rubbed his forehead, feeling a bit tricky.

First, there's the issue of time. To record most of the Earth's topography, he would need to travel to many different regions, which would take a lot of time.

Whether or not the training camp will approve leave is another question.

Moreover, he also wants to find a way to go into space once to observe the entire Earth.

He must personally witness all of these itineraries; nothing else, whether it's a photograph or a computer simulation, is acceptable.

"There's no other way. I have to optimize the cultivation technique, otherwise I'll be stuck in meditation." Chen Yuan shook his head. "I'll ask Teacher Jiang Fang for leave first, and while I'm at it, I'll ask if there's any way I can go to space."

With Earth's current technology, going to space is not difficult; the challenge lies in how an individual can organize a rocket launch.

Fortunately, Chen Yuan has the backing of the Extreme Martial Arts Academy, so he should be able to find an opportunity to go up there once.

So Chen Yuan left the basement, took a shower, changed his clothes, and then dialed Jiang Fang's number.

"Chen Yuan? Is there something wrong...?" Jiang Fang asked with some surprise. This student was not only highly talented but also extremely self-disciplined. He shouldn't have any cultivation problems that required her guidance.

"It's like this, Teacher Jiang, I'd like to ask for a leave of absence, the timing is uncertain." Chen Yuan got straight to the point.

"Are you asking for leave?" Jiang Fang was taken aback by the question and then said, "...You're at Jiangnan Pavilion, right? Wait for me, I'll be right there."

After saying that, he hung up the phone. Chen Yuan waited there for a while before Jiang Fang rushed over.

Upon seeing Chen Yuan, Jiang Fang went straight to him and asked, "It's hard to explain over the phone. What happened to you? Do you need my help?"

Chen Yuan did not hide his purpose: "It concerns my cultivation. I need to travel all over the world and observe various natural landscapes."

"Also, I'd like to find an opportunity to go to space once and see the entire Earth in its entirety."

"Observing nature... Could it be that your artistic conception is about to break through?" Jiang Fang asked in confusion.

"I just had a feeling that doing this would help my cultivation," Chen Yuan replied ambiguously, as he was not good at lying.

"I see... I can approve the leave, but how long do you need to take leave?" Jiang Fang smiled and asked.

"The length of my vacation depends on when I've seen the whole world and gained some insights; the exact time is uncertain." Chen Yuan shook his head helplessly. "So I need your help."

Jiang Fang pondered for a moment, then gazed at Chen Yuan and said, "So, your question is, you're unsure how long it will take to break through; at the latest, you might have to travel the entire Earth?"

Chen Yuan nodded and added, "Also, I need to go to space once, the kind where I can see the entire Earth."

"It's no use asking me about this. Only the higher-ups at the martial arts school have spaceships and warships that can fly into space." Jiang Fang shook her head, then smiled when she saw Chen Yuan's disappointed expression. "However, you can ask Wei Wen."

"Uncle Wei?" Chen Yuan was taken aback.

"Don't you know? Wei Wen's ride is an intelligent fighter jet, and it's even a 'Primordial-class' one." Jiang Fang's tone was filled with envy. "Ordinary King-class intelligent fighter jets already have the ability to fly into near-Earth orbit, let alone the Primordial-class. Wei Wen can even fly to the moon and back."

"Moreover, ordinary intelligent fighter jets can reach speeds of over 1 kilometers per hour, and Wei Wen's fighter jet is even faster. No matter where you want to go on Earth, you can reach your destination in less than an hour." Jiang Fang looked at Chen Yuan: "So in this matter, it's most convenient for you to ask your 'Uncle Wei'. If you can borrow his intelligent fighter jet, you can travel around the world in just a few days."

"Okay, call him now and ask to borrow it," Jiang Fang said. "If Wei Wen disagrees, give me the phone and I'll talk to him."

Chen Yuan nodded, and then, under Jiang Fang's gaze, dialed Wei Wen's number.

"Beep...beep..."

"Hello, Chen Yuan? What do you want?" Wei Wen's voice came from the phone.

"Uncle Wei, there's something I'd like to ask you for help with..." Chen Yuan succinctly explained his needs.

"I understand. You mean that because of the lack of a breakthrough opportunity, you need to travel around the world, see different natural landscapes, and even go to space to see Earth, right?"

Over the phone, Wei Wen summarized Chen Yuan's needs and then readily agreed: "No problem! You can take the fighter jet and use it. When you're done, just tell the jet's AI, and it will fly home by itself."

"Do you need it now? If so, I'll have the fighter jets go there right now. It should take about half an hour to get to the training camp."

Chen Yuan glanced at Jiang Fang, and seeing her nod, he said gratefully, "We need it now. Thank you for your help this time, Uncle Wei."

"Hey, you've already called me Uncle Wei, what's the big deal?" Wei Wen's tone on the phone was completely different from his real-life demeanor, sounding exceptionally cheerful.

After hanging up the phone, Chen Yuan said to Jiang Fang, "Teacher Jiang, I'll ask for ten days of leave first, that should be enough."

"Okay." Jiang Fang readily agreed and looked at Chen Yuan with a smile, saying, "If there's not enough time, just call me. The holiday can be extended at any time."

"Thank you for your help this time, Teacher Jiang." Chen Yuan bowed slightly.

"It's nothing." Jiang Fang shook her head slightly. "I just hope that when you come back from your leave, you'll be even stronger than you are now."

"Definitely." Chen Yuan said firmly.

So Chen Yuan bid farewell to Jiang Fang, went back to the attic to retrieve some personal belongings, and then went alone to the training camp gate to wait for the fighter jets to arrive.

About half an hour later, a dark blue saucer-shaped fighter jet flew in from the horizon. It was the "Primordial-level" intelligent fighter jet that Chen Yuan had ridden in many times and that belonged to Wei Wen.

The fighter jet flew above Chen Yuan, then slowly descended and landed completely.

The hatch opened, and at the same time, an electronic voice came from inside the fighter jet: "Chen Yuan, please board the fighter jet."

Chen Yuan smiled slightly, slung his backpack over his shoulder, and stepped into the fighter jet's cockpit.