Chapter 378 - 372: Yu Zhuoran’s Challenge

Chapter 378: Chapter 372: Yu Zhuoran’s Challenge

His powerful Spiritual Power sank deep into his body like countless fine threads, feeling the changes within like invisible tentacles.

BUZZ! BUZZ!

As he executed his Spear Technique, his body began to vibrate violently, the immense Power within him flowing like water.

But this time was different; a completely new change was taking place.

ROAR~

A tiger’s roar seemed to erupt from within him, his entire body like a Ninth-Level Calamity Beast, a Platinum Evil Tiger, letting out a furious bellow.

Amidst the vibrations, his bones began their Refinement. The Golden Edge Power activated involuntarily, and golden patterns emerged in every corner of his body.

His body was enveloped by waves of Evil Qi.

’The effect is so powerful!’

Lin Qi was astonished. This time, the tingling sensation came not only from his brain but also from the very depths of his bones.

It was as if a fragment of his very DNA had been awakened.

According to Dean Liu, the Tiger Bone Pill was made using the bones of an Eighth Realm Vajra Tiger, combined with other ingredients.

The tiger bone component contained the Vajra Tiger’s genetic material, and consuming it would induce changes in one’s own genetic makeup.

This caused the bones to metamorphose from the inside out.

Lin Qi could feel that this change was beneficial; it would accelerate the progress of his Slaughter Tiger Bone.

Not only that, but as he experienced this unique method of vibration, the Power forming in his body also began to circulate along a special trajectory.

This was something he had never considered before, and waves of insight suddenly flooded his mind.

「An hour later」

Lin Qi felt the vibrations in his body as he executed the Rainbow Transformation Spear Technique.

His entire body seemed to transform into a streak of black light, shooting forward and tearing through the air with a piercing shriek.

The sharp tip of his spear, infused with Golden Edge Power, struck a point in the air. Like a massive stone dropped into a calm lake, it sent out layer upon layer of ripples.

[You have consumed a Tiger Bone Pill with significant effect. Your body has undergone a special change. Slaughter Tiger Bone progress +1, Qi and Blood Value +5.]

[You have gained new insights into the use of Power in the Rainbow Transformation Spear Technique. Spear Technique +1%.]

[Qi and Blood Value: 388→393]

[Spear Technique: Tier Three 87%→Tier Three 88%]

...

Lin Qi withdrew his spear, sweat pouring off him and soaking the floor, leaving his Martial Arts Uniform drenched.

He smiled as he looked at the increased Qi and Blood Value on the golden panel.

"The Tiger Bone Pill’s effect is truly extraordinary. It raised my Qi and Blood Value by a full five points, and I’ve even broken the 390 threshold."

"I might not even get this effect from a Top-Grade Bone Tempering Liquid."

Lin Qi was very satisfied with the Tiger Bone Pill’s results. Although it only increased his Qi and Blood Value by five points, which might seem average, it was actually an incredible improvement.

Moreover, he could feel the changes in his bones; the Fifth Realm was not far off.

He still had two Tiger Bone Pills left, enough to break through to the Fifth Realm of Refining Inner Organs.

...

「Martial Arts Calendar, Year 2047, July 15th」

「Opening Day at Azure Sky Martial Arts Academy」

The first-year students were gathered in the first-floor hall of the Red Cloud Building, with the Dean of each institute standing at the very front.

Jiang Miaoyin stood at the front of the Sixth Institute. Without Lin Qi or Jiangtao around, she exuded a cold, aloof aura in front of others, attracting the attention of countless male students.

Her gaze was sharp as she observed her future rivals.

Although she was currently ranked near the bottom among the Deans, she believed that in the future, she would become the strongest genius, just like Brother Lin Qi.

After the opening ceremony, inside a lecture hall on the sixth floor of the Red Cloud Building.

The students of the Tenth Institute, now sophomores, gathered for a class meeting.

"I saw Chu Yu yesterday!" Wan Ming suddenly blurted out.

Pei Jiu analyzed the situation:

"Chu Yu has been in the Otherworld for a year of Cultivation. It’s normal for him to come back for a break."

"He’s an SSS-level genius. Who knows how strong he is now?"

Yu Zhuoran spoke with a grave expression:

"I’ve already heard that Chu Yu has reached the Peak of the Fifth Realm and is about to break through to the Sixth Realm."

HISS~

All ten people in the classroom gasped in shock.

Wan Ming gave a bitter smile.

"The gap is just too wide. I think Chu Yu is a year younger than me, right? He skipped a grade to get into Azure Sky Martial Arts Academy."

"I’m still preparing to break into the Late-stage of the Fourth Realm, and he’s already getting ready to break through to the Sixth Realm."

Pei Jiu’s joy from his recent promotion to SS-level genius vanished.

Yu Zhuoran also shook his head.

He had only just broken through from the Mid-stage of the Fourth Realm to the Late-stage of the Fourth Realm over the summer break.

He was still a long way from the Fifth Realm, let alone the Sixth Realm.

By the time he reached the Peak of the Fourth Realm, Chu Yu would already be in the Sixth Realm. The gap was even greater than the one between a D-level and an SS-level genius.

Then he suddenly thought of Lin Qi. He was also an extremely powerful existence, but he was still within the scope of an SS-level genius.

But SSS-level geniuses were different. They were also known as geniuses who defied common sense.

"Hello, students!"

Teacher Wang, wearing glasses, walked in through the doorway.

"Starting today, you are all sophomores."

"You’ll need to work even harder on your Cultivation because, in as soon as one month or as long as three, the Martial Arts Universities of Xia Country will be undergoing a reform."

At these words, the students snapped out of their shock over Chu Yu. Even Wan Ming looked confused.

Teacher Wang continued:

"This reform is aimed at Awakened geniuses, with the goal of accelerating your Cultivation."

"The goal is to ensure you possess even greater strength by the time you graduate and step onto the battlefield."

The students’ expressions turned grave. They could sense the academy’s intentions.

The current situation was extremely grim, and they, the Awakened geniuses, were the future pillars of Xia Country.

The fight against High-Level Calamity Beasts would depend on them.

Many Awakened geniuses graduated with the strength of the Sixth Realm, and after a few more years, they could break through to the Seventh Realm and become the main force on the battlefield.

’Are they reforming things now to have us graduate as Seventh Realm Martial Artists?’

Teacher Wang nodded.

"I have one more announcement. Student Lin Qi has become an SS-level genius."

Wan Ming laughed, "Teacher, we all know that already!"

The others didn’t seem to care much either.

Teacher Wang pushed up his glasses and smiled.

"Also, he has Awakened!"

As soon as he said this, the smiles on the students’ faces froze instantly!

"What?"

"Lin Qi has Awakened?"

"No way! He’s already nineteen. How could he still Awaken?"

The entire classroom erupted into an uproar. Lin Qi was already so strong before he Awakened; how terrifying would he be now?

Yu Zhuoran’s eyes lit up, and he became incredibly excited, the silver patterns on his body faintly appearing and disappearing.

"That’s all for today’s class meeting."

After speaking, Teacher Wang prepared to leave.

But Yu Zhuoran pulled out his phone and called Lin Qi. A moment later, the video call was projected for all to see.

Lin Qi’s face appeared on the other side of the call. His gaze was so sharp that the students of the Tenth Institute could feel an overwhelming pressure from him, even through the screen.

"What is it?"

Yu Zhuoran said:

"I already know you’ve Awakened. How about a match?"

Lin Qi, on the other end, wasn’t surprised. He knew that the news of his Awakening would get out sooner or later.

’Now that I’m at the academy, my safety is guaranteed anyway.’

"Alright!"

"When?"

Yu Zhuoran thought for a moment before replying:

"Half an hour from now."

Lin Qi nodded from the screen. "Okay."

The call ended, and the classroom once again erupted.

"A battle between Yu Zhuoran and Lin Qi! I’m really looking forward to this!"

"They couldn’t use their Special Abilities in the Global Martial Arts Tournament, so it wasn’t a satisfying fight."

"But if Yu Zhuoran had gone all out, it would’ve been bullying Lin Qi."

"Now that Lin Qi has also Awakened, neither side will be at a disadvantage," Wan Ming analyzed.

The others nodded in agreement.

"Zhuoran, enable spectator mode! We want to watch," Pei Jiu suddenly said.

Yu Zhuoran nodded. "Alright!"

The others looked on with anticipation, curious about the final outcome of the duel.

After hearing this, Teacher Wang, still at the lectern, sent a message to Vice-Principal Xu Wenji to inform him of the matter.

Back in Villa 01, Lin Qi hung up the video call and let out a breath.

He hadn’t fought anyone since Awakening his Special Ability.

He needed a worthy opponent.

And Yu Zhuoran fit the bill perfectly.

...

「Half an hour later」

Lin Qi entered the Virtual Cabin, accessed his personal space, and saw the duel invitation from Yu Zhuoran pop up.

[Accept the challenge from "Yu Zhuoran"? Yes/No]

Without hesitation, he selected [Yes].

BUZZ!!

In the next instant, his figure vanished as the space around him shifted.

A moment later, he appeared in a vast arena.

In the surrounding spectator stands, a considerable number of people were already seated.

They included the students of the Tenth Institute, various leaders, and even Dean Liu and Dean Xue.

...