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Chapter 161: Jaw-Dropping Revelation
Chapter 161: Jaw-Dropping Revelation (Requesting Monthly Votes)
The Xia Kingdom's National College Entrance Examination for martial artists spanned two days: the first day featured academic testing, while the second day focused on martial arts assessments. The martial arts evaluation included vital energy statistics in the morning and practical combat skills in the afternoon.
After enduring the grueling academic exams, millions of martial arts students across the nation rested overnight before facing their most crucial test on the second day.
At Tianhai First High School, the newly renovated, luxuriously spacious gymnasium had been temporarily converted into a vital energy testing venue. Ten massive black vital energy analyzers were rolled out, dividing the area into ten testing zones. Endless lines of candidates queued up for evaluation.
Each analyzer was monitored by three supervising instructors. The packed hall buzzed with exaggerated gasps and lively discussions.
"What's your vital energy stat?"
"I'm nearly at 10.0, about to breakthrough to the Second Realm. Give me a bit more time and I'll definitely make it."
"I'm absolutely securing admission to one of the three top academies this year!"
"Candidate: Wen Xuan. Vital Energy Stat: 15.23!"
As the automated voice announced the results, astonished exclamations erupted. All eyes turned toward Wen Xuan - a stylish young man in white athletic wear who proudly accepted the admiration.
"Incredible! This Wen Xuan must be in the provincial top hundred", someone whispered in awe.
Nearby, Jiang Tao smirked dismissively when he heard the commotion. When his name was called, he strode into the testing chamber.
Suddenly unleashing his power, torrents of vital energy surged outward as a terrifying aura exploded from him. The oppressive force created gusts of wind that forced everyone backward.
"Candidate: Jiang Tao. Vital Energy Stat: 22.22!"
The analyzer's mechanical voice announced the result, triggering another wave of shock. Even Wen Xuan's expression darkened at this revelation.
"Over 22? Jiang Tao's even more outrageous! His vital energy is double mine!"
"How the heck did he train like this?" More jaws dropped in disbelief.
Jiang Tao stepped out triumphantly, lingering to bask in the stunned reactions. But he knew this admiration would soon shift elsewhere.
His gaze locked onto a tall, muscular youth with a cold demeanor standing nearby.
"Next candidate, Lin Qi!"
A bespectacled female examiner called out clearly. All heads turned toward Lin Qi, curiosity lighting up the crowd.
"Lin Qi, alias 'Hidden Tiger' - this year's provincial sparring champion of Cang Province! He broke all records and is now acknowledged as our province's strongest prodigy!"
"Jiang Tao's stat reached 22, so he should be around 23 or 24?"
"I'm so nervous I can't even blink!" Someone clenched their fists, unwilling to miss a second.
The entire gym fell silent as students who completed their tests lingered to watch. The examiner herself couldn't hide her curiosity about this legendary genius's vital energy level.
"Whoosh~"
Feeling countless eyes on him, Lin Qi took a deep breath and stepped forward. Gripping the metallic armrest, he suddenly unleashed his power.
"Boom!!"
A terrifying force erupted from his body as his spine arched like a dragon's backbone. Twelve prominent tendons surged beneath his skin, channeling endless strength. Waves of vital energy radiated outward, creating an invisible tempest that resembled a Golden Vajra Tiger awakening with a cosmic roar.
Both examiners and students instinctively stumbled backward. Red scanning beams traced Lin Qi's form before digital screens displayed the result across the hall:
"Candidate: Lin Qi. Vital Energy Stat: 27.25."
Stunned silence broke as voices rose in shock.
"Did you see that number?"
"27.25?!"
A momentary hush fell before the hall erupted again.
"Unbelievable! Only 13 points away from the Third Circle Martial Artists!"
"Are you kidding me? His vital energy is over three times mine!"
"How does someone even train to reach this level?"
"How can the gap between humans be so monstrous?!" Wen Xuan gaped, his mouth hanging open in disbelief.
The female examiner stood frozen - this was her first time witnessing a vital energy stat this high in all her years of proctoring entrance exams.
Calmly withdrawing his energy, Lin Qi stepped out of the analyzer. As he walked toward the exit, every onlooker stared at his retreating figure, awestruck by his brilliance.
When testing resumed moments later, Jiang Tao stood outside looking dazed.
"Brother Qi, you really are a monster!" he muttered. "I thought reaching 22 was impressive, but you're still 5 points higher. How does the gap keep growing?"
A faint smile touched Lin Qi's lips. "You're doing great to keep pace with me."
"Li Zhou, Yu Jing, Qi Yuelin - they're falling further behind the two of us in class."
Jiang Tao grinned at this. "True enough!"
...
The morning evaluations continued, with countless prodigies showcasing astonishing vital energy stats. But soon, the afternoon martial arts assessments commenced.
Back in Tianhai First High School's Virtual Chamber, over 30 neural pods lined the room, drawing admiration from visiting students.
A broad-shouldered middle-aged examiner in black uniform held a tablet and announced, "Candidates, enter the neural pod corresponding to your assigned number for martial arts evaluation. The assessment simulates standard training exercises. Complete the test efficiently to avoid delaying others."
"First candidate: Wang Yong from No.3 Academy!"
"Second candidate: Wen Xuan from No.1 High School!"
...
As names were called, students quickly entered their designated neural pods. The assessments moved swiftly - within two minutes, some candidates had already exited, turning away with embarrassed expressions.
"7th pod: Jiang Tao from Second High School!"
"8th pod: Lin Qi from Second High School!"
When their names were called, Lin Qi and Jiang Tao stepped forward.
"Brother Qi, good luck!" Jiang Tao clenched his fist encouragingly.
Lin Qi nodded, activated his neural pod, and sealed the chamber. A tingling sensation passed through him before his eyes snapped open to a void-like personal space.
An information interface materialized before him. Without hesitation, he input:
[Name: Lin Qi]
[Exam Registration Number: 204606071479]
[Technique: Split Mountain Spear Techniques]
Choosing the Split Mountain Spear Techniques over Mountain-Shattering Spear Method, he confirmed his selection. According to examination regulations, using a technique different from the one declared constituted cheating, punishable by zero credit.
"Welcome, Lin Qi, to the National College Entrance Examination martial arts assessment."
Instantly, the space shifted. He was transported to a specialized assessment chamber.
Before him appeared an evaluator - over two meters tall, powerfully built, wearing a pure white mask. Wielding a silver heavy spear, the evaluator bore the number "11" on his chest.
[Assessment Task: Defeat Assessment Subject 11!]
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(End of Chapter)
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