Chapter 126: The Arrival of Haiyuanzhang

Chapter 126: The Arrival of Haiyuanzhang



On August 3rd, before 3 AM, Li Yuan concluded his cultivation of the Contemplation Method, and his entire being was revitalized to its peak condition.

"This 'Contemplation of the Great Sun Star Scripture' is truly an incredible cultivation method," Li Yuan marveled to himself.

The longer he understood martial arts cultivation, the more he could feel the awe-inspiring nature of the Contemplation Method.

Other students relied on sleep, auxiliary drugs, rehabilitation, medicinal baths, and various other means to maintain long-term mental focus and alleviate physical fatigue.

But Li Yuan? He didn't need any of that; all he needed was the Contemplation Method.

For 24 hours a day, he often spent his time cultivating, except for eating and occasional moments of daydreaming.

In a sense, Li Yuan's cultivation efficiency in a day could match that of many students in two days, or even longer.

This was the reason for Li Yuan's rapid progress.

Diligence!

Talent was essential, but it also required time to hone one's skills.

"Hua!" Li Yuan resumed his gun practice, and the gunlight flickered as it moved unpredictably in the Martial Arts Room.

"My body..."

"Upon entering the Fourth Stage High Rank, my mind further penetrates into my flesh and blood, enhancing my perception," Li Yuan said as he practiced with the gun, sensing his entire body.

Gradually, Li Yuan noticed that within his muscles and bones, there were countless tiny strands of force flowing.

These forces were like silk, each one incredibly weak, but they permeated every corner of his body, originating from his blood, bone membranes, and muscle fibers... When these countless strands of force converged, they contained terrifying power.

"Is this the power of entering the realm of subtlety?" Li Yuan was startled in his heart: "I never noticed it before."

Previously, Li Yuan knew that after the mind enters the realm of subtlety, one's physical strength would reach an incredible level.

But how strong exactly? He wasn't sure.

Today, after entering the Fourth Stage High Rank, with his entire being dedicated to cultivation, he finally had a sense of it.

Seeing it with his own eyes and experiencing it through his mind was completely different from others' descriptions.

It was like possessing a ton of fist strength; hearing others describe its power, reading about it in text, and actually having a ton of fist strength were worlds apart.

"If I can control these countless tiny strands of subtle forces, the power I can unleash will be at least several times stronger." Li Yuan was secretly astonished: "Is this the limit of the human body's power?"

The human body is a treasure trove.

It contains profound secrets.

For two individuals with the same Life Level, the one with superior skills will exhibit a power and speed that is worlds apart.

"Skills, from the Fourth Stage High Rank to the Fourth Stage Perfection, is about gradually mastering these countless subtle forces, right?" Li Yuan understood the direction of the next stage.

From the Third Stage to the initial Fourth Stage, it's about controlling the larger muscles and bones, with the waist, abdomen, and spine as the core, unleashing power without wasting a single strand of force, achieving 'Body and Mind Unity.'

From the initial Fourth Stage to the High Rank, it's about gradually tapping into deeper layers of physical strength, becoming more refined.

The ultimate Fourth Stage Perfection is about completely controlling the body's subtle forces.

Hence, it is called 'Mind Entering Subtlety.'

"Huff!"

With a clear understanding of the cultivation direction for the next stage, Li Yuan cultivated with renewed vigor.

Only by having a clear goal can one walk a more solid path.

"With my hard work in cultivation and gun practice, my body is also greatly stimulated. In terms of efficiency, it's almost catching up to a third of the 'Boulder Cultivation Technique's' effectiveness." Li Yuan gradually realized this.

As his realm improved, Li Yuan also became increasingly aware of the limitations of basic cultivation methods.

These methods were developed by martial arts predecessors, who, from a high vantage point, summarized various techniques to help ordinary people maximize their physical potential.

The various postures during cultivation were essentially designed to stimulate every part of the body from the perspective of 'Force Entering Subtlety' or even higher realms.

Different cultivation methods suit different body types.

"Advanced cultivation methods are about stimulating the body to absorb Essence Energy more efficiently," Li Yuan thought to himself.

In his mind, he involuntarily recalled the second time Essence Energy entered his body, and the blurry 'Star Tracks' he had vaguely recorded in the 'Dark Space.'

Mysteriously, Li Yuan always felt it would be crucial.

"Perhaps, when my strength improves, I'll understand," Li Yuan sighed inwardly: "At the 20th level of Psychic Energy, the degree of Spiritual Core Awakening has only increased to 25%."

"It seems that to raise the degree of Spiritual Core Awakening to 30% or even 50%, I must reach a higher level of Psychic Energy, 25th or 30th level?" For now, Li Yuan could only speculate.

At present.

His skills have improved, and his body is evolving faster. Perhaps, I can try consuming more 'High Source Spring.'

"A thought suddenly flashed through Li Yuan's mind.

The more he ate, as long as he could digest and exercise enough, his body's evolution speed would naturally increase.

...

He practiced his spear skills until eight in the morning, then ate breakfast and took a shower, changing into a fresh set of clothes.

The school's logistics department took care of everything, ensuring that the clothes, martial arts room, and cleaning were all in order.

Riding a flying vehicle, he arrived outside the Xuanwu Building.

Yesterday's misty drizzle had given way to a clear summer day, with the scorching heat typical of the season.

The square outside the Xuanwu Building was already packed with at least a thousand students, creating a dense crowd.

Li Yuan jumped off the vehicle from a distance and walked towards the gathering of the first-year students from the Sixth Academy.

"Li Yuan."

"Li Yuan is here." Several first-year students from various academies recognized Li Yuan along the way, and many even greeted him proactively.

Li Yuan nodded in response.

After the entrance competition and practical combat assessment, Li Yuan's name and appearance had become well-known among the first-year students.

Even those who didn't like Li Yuan had to admit that he was indeed strong.

When one is powerful enough, at least on the surface, others must show respect.

"Senior Brother has arrived."

"Senior Brother." The area where the Sixth Academy's freshmen gathered instantly became lively.

During the practical combat assessment, Li Yuan's last-ditch effort to turn the tide had established an unshakable prestige among the Sixth Academy's freshmen.

"Brother Yuan." Gu Qianghan walked up to him.

"Everyone, line up." An Nong called out to his classmates before approaching Li Yuan: "Senior Brother."

The freshmen of the Sixth Academy.

They had already become accustomed to Gu Qianghan and An Nong organizing various activities.

"Let's keep the memorial quiet and respectful." Li Yuan glanced at the line of Sixth Academy freshmen and said, "Although these teachers didn't teach us, we should still show respect."

"Okay, I understand." An Nong nodded and immediately went to organize the students.

Today, Kunlun Martial University was holding a grand memorial for the eleven teachers who had passed away.

Not far from the Xuanwu Building, various wreaths were already on display, along with large black and white banners, creating a solemn atmosphere.

Students from all academies arrived on time, ready to enter the venue together for the memorial.

Li Yuan stood at the front of the Sixth Academy's freshmen.

"There are quite a few reporters, and many teachers, including President Li, are over there." Gu Qianghan pointed into the distance.

"Hmm." Li Yuan also looked in that direction.

Origin Martial Artists were already considered important forces, and those who died in battle were regarded as martyrs.

Not to mention the death of so many powerful Origin Martial Artists at once, which undoubtedly constituted a major casualty.

Today, it was likely that various channels in Longxi Province would provide extensive coverage, and the Xia Nation's main television station would probably also allocate some time for the news.

"Ah."

"I wonder what kind of rescue operation it was, as there's been no news at all." Gu Qianghan sighed softly, "So many teachers died in battle, even though they didn't teach us. It still feels a bit painful."

"Logically, the school's teachers should all be high-level Origin Martial Artists... What kind of powerful enemy did they encounter? Could it be a Flying Sky Warrior?" Gu Qianghan asked.

Li Yuan silently nodded without speaking.

One of the teachers who had died in battle had once taught him.

...

The memorial proceeded in an orderly manner. Due to the large number of attendees, the second-year students entered the memorial hall first, followed by the first-year students.

By ten in the morning, Li Yuan, standing at the front of the Sixth Academy's freshmen line, led over two hundred of his fellow students into the hall.

There were only photos and wreaths.

But the atmosphere remained solemn.

"Deeply mourn..." Li Yuan's heart grew heavier as he looked at the wreaths, some of which were marked with the words 'Teacher Fan Jin.'

On both sides of the hall, numerous light screens continuously displayed the heroic deeds of the fallen teachers.

Each high-level Origin Martial Artist.

In their youth, most of them had been renowned martial geniuses.

Li Yuan looked at the light screens of each teacher, except for Teacher Fan Jin.

The one who left the deepest impression on him was a 27-year-old teacher.

27 years old, a 27th-rank Origin Martial Artist.

In the photos and videos, he appeared young, with a future full of possibilities, and the hope of becoming a Flying Sky Warrior.

But he had died in battle.

Death rendered genius and power meaningless.

Time passed.

Behind Li Yuan, many first-year students who hadn't initially paid much attention seemed to gradually be affected by the solemn atmosphere of the entire hall, becoming quieter.

The memorial event was devoid of speeches by important figures.

It was a memorial marked by music, words, wreaths, and the portraits of the martyrs... An event that undoubtedly touched every student.

It was a spiritual cleansing, a profound experience.

As the team finally exited the memorial hall, Li Yuan subconsciously glanced at the two lines of words hanging at the entrance.

"The loyal bones buried in the green mountains, the rivers and lands remember the heroes."

"Don't betray the lofty aspirations of youth, transform into heroic spirits to guard the starry frontier."

...

When Li Yuan led the freshmen of the Sixth Academy out of the memorial hall, he didn't notice that on the fourth floor of the hall, two figures had been quietly observing him.

"Dean Hai, how is it?" Dean Xu asked respectfully.

"His psychic energy is quite good, but I'm not sure about his willpower," a gentle voice sounded. "During the activity, no one was supervising or observing him, but he remained very serious. Combined with his past records and achievements, he earned the title of 'Youth Hero'."

"I also took the time to watch his performance yesterday."

"Overall, he has good talent, and his morals and character should be excellent as well," the gentle voice continued. "The fact that the academy was able to recruit such a student shows that you are doing a competent job."

"This afternoon, let him come and see me."

"Yes," Dean Xu replied, feeling a surge of joy in her heart. She knew that the first hurdle had been passed.

For the Xia Nation, or for human civilization, it wasn't just about having high talent that mattered. Character and morals were equally important... Some individuals, despite their strength, could cause more harm to the entire civilization.

However, the observation and judgment of character were never recorded on the surface.

...

After the memorial event, Li Yuan returned to his villa and continued his cultivation for the day.

With each practice swing of his spear, the discomfort and oppression in his heart gradually subsided.

At 2 p.m.

"Teacher," Li Yuan said as he saw Li Yang suddenly appear at his villa.

"Get on my aircraft, Dean Hai is waiting for you at the Black Dragon Building," Li Yang said with a smile. "Your performance this morning was impressive, and Dean Hai is very satisfied with you."

"My performance this morning?" Li Yuan was puzzled.

What did I do this morning?

... On the aircraft.

"You reached the Bright Moon Rank without even telling me," Li Yang glanced at Li Yuan. "I only found out about it after receiving a message from the Starfield Combat Network."

"Hehe, I didn't have the chance to tell you," Li Yuan laughed. "I was afraid that if I sent the message to you alone, you might think I was showing off."

"With strength and talent, there's no need to hide it. What's there to be afraid of?" Li Yang shook his head with a smile. "From now on, inform me of such things immediately."

"Yes."

Soon, the aircraft arrived at the Black Dragon Building, and the two of them quickly made their way to the twelfth floor.

They reached the entrance of an office, and the door was open. Dean Xu was standing at the doorway.

"Dean Xu," Li Yuan spoke up.

"Go in, Dean Hai is right here," Dean Xu said directly. "Don't be rude, just have a normal conversation."

Li Yuan nodded, but his heart still held a hint of nervousness.

A normal conversation? But he was a Flying Sky Warrior.

Inside the office was a modest-sized martial arts room, covering just over a hundred square meters.

The decoration was very simple, and there was no extra furniture, not even a weapon rack.

In the center of the room, two meditation cushions were placed.

A young man, appearing to be in his early twenties with a slender build, sat cross-legged on one of the cushions, wearing a blue martial arts uniform.

He seemed very relaxed.

"You're here," the young man smiled slightly, looking at Li Yuan. This smile, this gaze, made Li Yuan's spirit tremble, and he felt completely subdued.

It wasn't a simple sense of oppression; it was a very mystical feeling.

In that moment, Li Yuan felt as if his life and death were no longer under his control.

It took a full three seconds for Li Yuan's strong willpower and spirit to break free from this sensation.

"Dean Hai," Li Yuan said, suppressing his shock and slightly bowing.

"Not bad."

"To be able to escape my psychic consciousness at less than level 13 is impressive," the blue-robed young man smiled. "Dean Li praised you as the first 'Psychic Genius' in the history of our academy, and he wasn't wrong."

"The first Psychic Genius?" Li Yuan wondered.

"Take a seat, and let's have a chat," the blue-robed young man pointed to the cushion in front of him.

Li Yuan walked forward and sat cross-legged, imitating the young man's posture.

"Don't be nervous, it's just a regular conversation," the blue-robed young man smiled. "Let me introduce myself. I'm 'Hai Yi', the Dean of the Sixth Academy... But I rarely deal with administrative matters. This is my first time returning to the school this year."

Li Yuan was speechless.

This self-introduction was indeed unique to Dean Hai.

"I wanted to meet you because you are outstanding," Dean Hai smiled. "The fact that your martial arts spirituality hasn't awakened yet is not necessarily a bad thing."

"If my judgment is correct, there should be a high-level spiritual core hidden within you."

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P.S.: Oops, I forgot to delete some notes at the end of the chapter, a rookie mistake. Apologies, but the total word count is still over 4000.

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