Chapter 198: 10.88 Billion Blue Star Coins! The Growth of Spear Technique

Chapter 198: 10.88 Billion Blue Star Coins! The Growth of Spear Technique

"What? An SSS-level genius?"

"That's a bit of an exaggeration, isn't it?"

A heated discussion erupted within the conference room, with two Source Warriors expressing their skepticism. "In our understanding, an SSS-level genius in the Seventh Star Human Civilization holds a status comparable to the 'Holy Son' of the Tianliang Clan."

"Silence, please." The man in casual attire frowned and said, "I understand that you all have various thoughts on this matter."

"Our task is to report it upwards, and the rest is not within our jurisdiction."

"Moreover, to be honest, we know very little about this Seventh Star Human genius. We are unaware of his name, background, specific strength, and even his appearance is not accurately known. We can only confirm that he uses a spear, and his skill level seems to have reached a certain level." The man in casual attire continued, "With his strength, it's unlikely that he will stay in the Mingxu Star Realm for long. We, at this forward base, are not equipped to handle him."

The other Source Warriors nodded in agreement.

Just witnessing how effortlessly he dodged Mori's attacks was enough to make their scalps tingle.

"However, based on his appearance and the fact that he came to the Mingxu Star Realm, it's highly probable that he originates from the Xia Kingdom of the Seventh Star Human Civilization." The man in casual attire added, "In the future, when he becomes a Source Warrior and even advances further, the likelihood of him heading to the Frostbite Star Realm is extremely high."

"It's prudent to inform the higher-ups of the civilization to prepare in advance."

"Furthermore, if we can identify who he truly is, we might be able to initiate an 'assassination' plan within the Seventh Star Human Civilization beforehand." The man in casual attire suggested.

"That makes sense."

"Hayden is right."

"We may not be able to kill him now, but if we can strike him down in the Frostbite Star Realm in the future, we will have contributed to the initial report."

The other Source Warriors fully agreed with the man in casual attire and signed the report.

Frostbite Star Realm.

It was the only Third Rank Star Realm on Blue Star and the main battlefield where the Seventh Star Human Civilization and the Tianliang Civilization clashed fiercely. It was a gathering place for numerous powerful individuals from both civilizations.

Due to the intense battles, both civilizations had gained deep insights into each other, leading to the infiltration of powerful individuals into their respective civilizations.

The Mingxu Star Realm was just a minor outpost for both civilizations, with limited resources and few powerful individuals deployed. However, with the discovery of the Source Crystal Vein, both sides would undoubtedly increase their efforts to claim it.

...

Six hours later, Li Yuan returned to the Third Outpost Base with a large haul of spoils.

In the square outside the base, a white-robed young man with a smile on his face greeted him warmly, as if he had been waiting for quite some time.

"Senior Han Chong?" Li Yuan smiled and initiated a Divine Palace Scan.

"Target organism, Life Tier 22.5."

Han Chong was the third-ranked military officer at the Third Outpost Base, a Junior Source Warrior with considerable strength.

"Don't call me Senior; I'm not much older than you, just by a decade or so."

"Haha, this is our first meeting. Liu Jing and Miao Wei have been raving about you in their communications. Come, I've prepared a banquet in the base to celebrate your achievements." Han Chong's enthusiasm was palpable.

Han Chong had his own thoughts, but he was also very perceptive. From the limited information provided by Liu Jing and Miao Wei, he had already guessed that this young man named Xu An had an extraordinary background.

"Senior Han, let's take care of official matters first." Li Yuan pointed to his large backpack and the bloodstains on his body.

"My apologies, my apologies." Han Chong patted his head and laughed, "Alright, Brother Xu An, let's head to the appraisal room. I've already invited the experts from the appraisal department, and the prices will be fair."

Li Yuan nodded slightly. How could they dare to be unfair?

The spoils of war included not only his own gains but also those of Liu Jing and Miao Wei.

"This way, please." Han Chong smiled.

...

In the appraisal room, several appraisers were busy examining each item Li Yuan had brought back, using various instruments.

"Two Source Power Armors, both damaged, with a combined value of approximately 8.2 million Blue Star Coins."

"This battle sword..."

"This spear is a special alloy weapon, incorporating a small amount of third-rank metal not found on Blue Star..." The eldest appraiser continued to quote prices for each item.

"The total price, please." The elderly appraiser looked up at Li Yuan, "Warrior Xu An, the total is 160 million Blue Star Coins. How does that sound?"

"That's acceptable," Li Yuan agreed.

The price was even higher than Liu Jing's estimate, leaving him very satisfied.

"Four pills?" Li Yuan asked.

"Initial appraisal suggests they are a type of healing pill from the Talan Clan. They are Second Rank and not very valuable, but they are very special, and the Alliance has been researching their formula," the elderly appraiser said cautiously. "Therefore, I can offer you 80 million Blue Star Coins for the four pills."

Li Yuan immediately understood.

If only considering the inherent value of the pills, these four might not be worth much... but due to their research value, their significance is entirely different.

"Alright, I agree," Li Yuan nodded, 80 million Blue Star Coins was a significant amount.

"You brought this Second Rank Flying Snake Horn separately. After our appraisal, we can offer 30 million Blue Star Coins for it," the elderly appraiser pointed to the horn placed aside.

"No problem," Li Yuan smiled.

The pills, Source Power Armor, and other spoils of war were shared among Li Yuan, Liu Jing, and Miao Wei.

But the Flying Snake Horn was Li Yuan's exclusive find.

In the end, all the spoils of war Li Yuan brought back from the Flying Serpent Valley were packed up and taken away by the appraisers. These spoils would soon be transported through the Star Realm Gateway back to the Blue Planet, then processed and sold. Li Yuan received 216 million Blue Star Coins in return.

Taxes needed to be paid.

The Seven Stars Alliance has a rule that all transactions from the Star Realms are subject to a 20% tax... Therefore, this 270 million Blue Star Coins transaction would incur a tax of 54 million Blue Star Coins.

Li Yuan had no objections to this.

The more he saw, the more Li Yuan understood that the strength of the entire civilization relies on the contributions of individuals... The more powerful one is, the greater the contribution they must make to make the civilization even stronger.

Moreover, as Li Yuan knew, powerful martial artists who want to learn advanced secret techniques from the Martial Halls or enjoy certain privileges from the Alliance... often have to meet a 'Merit Value' requirement.

This is an implicit standard.

Paying taxes is one way to increase Merit Value.

The more taxes paid, the greater the contribution to the civilization, which is equivalent to earning merit.

A Skysoar Rank Warrior with a tax payment of '0'... would generally not have a high Merit Value and would not be taken seriously.

No matter how strong an individual is, if they make no contribution, what significance do they have for the entire civilization?

After the money was credited to his account.

Li Yuan immediately called Liu Jing, "Senior Liu Jing, all the spoils have been sold. We each get 64 million Blue Star Coins."

"No problem," Liu Jing smiled. "Transfer the money to Miao Wei. You don't need to transfer my share to me. I mentioned before that I would compensate you with a billion Blue Star Coins... I still owe you 936 million Blue Star Coins, and I will transfer it to you soon."

"Alright, I have to go, see you later." Liu Jing hung up the call.

Li Yuan was momentarily stunned, then smiled helplessly and quickly transferred the 64 million Blue Star Coins to Miao Wei's account.

Before returning to the base, the three had already confirmed their bank accounts, and Li Yuan closed the light screen on his Smart Ring Table.

Li Yuan made a quick calculation in his mind.

"Let's see."

"This time venturing into the Flying Serpent Valley, I lost one 'Purple Life-Saving Pill,'" Li Yuan thought. "In total, I received 1.088 billion Blue Star Coins and two Soul Infusing Ancient Spirit Fruits."

"Consuming one Soul Infusing Ancient Spirit Fruit allowed my Spirit Power to break through to Level 30, significantly boosting my strength. This is the greatest gain."

"The remaining Soul Infusing Ancient Spirit Fruit, as Senior Liu Jing suggested, I should find Teacher Li Yang to help me sell it when I return to school. He has the channels to get a high price for it," Li Yuan thought.

Indeed, Li Yuan had already decided to sell the last Soul Infusing Ancient Spirit Fruit when he returned to the Blue Planet.

"Consuming the second one would be less effective and not worth it," Li Yuan thought. "It's better to convert it into cash and buy other suitable Heavenly Materials and Treasures."

"About to become an Essence Warrior, I will need to purchase life-saving items, cultivation Origin Power Secret Techniques, Body Secret Techniques, and so on, all of which require a large amount of treasure and substantial wealth," Li Yuan was very clear about this.

Once he becomes an Essence Warrior, many cultivation resources will depend on his own efforts.

This is why major martial arts universities allow Essence Warriors to 'apply for graduation.'

Because, after becoming an Essence Warrior, the school can no longer provide large-scale cultivation resources for free.

One must rely on their own efforts to earn and explore.

"Venturing into the Star Realms and earning wealth through one's own efforts is more satisfying," Li Yuan smiled. "And more free."

"After returning to the country, I still need to buy a 'Dragon Spirit Heart Fruit' for Uncle," Li Yuan always kept this in mind.

The Dragon Spirit Heart Fruit is a type of Heavenly Material and Treasure mentioned by Dean Hai.

The value of the Dragon Spirit Heart Fruit is extremely high, capable of restoring Uncle's body to its peak. The normal price is between 1 to 2 billion Blue Star Coins.

After settling the spoils of war, Li Yuan headed straight to the base's lounge for a refreshing shower.

He then attended the 'banquet' prepared by Han Chong, a courtesy he couldn't refuse.

The banquet soon concluded.

"Your account... has received a deposit of 936 million Blue Star Coins," Li Yuan received a transfer from Liu Jing.

With this, Li Yuan's wealth skyrocketed, surpassing 1200 million Blue Star Coins.

As the only remaining Source Warrior at the forward base, Han Chong had various tasks to attend to after the banquet.

Li Yuan, on the other hand, returned to the accommodation arranged by Han Chong.

The spacious martial arts room, lounge, and therapy room... everything was available.

Standing in the martial arts room, Li Yuan felt a bit dazed, as if he had returned to Kunlun Martial University.

"Comfortable and carefree," Li Yuan smiled.

Even during his time in the wilderness, when he rested, he had to remain vigilant, his spirit constantly on edge. Only upon returning to the forward base could he truly relax.

"Following Teacher Li and Dean Hai's orders."

"The Star Realm expedition will last for a month, and there are still over ten days left." Li Yuan pondered silently: "I'll meditate in the base for a few days to calm my mind completely."

"Then, I'll go out and kill more aliens, accumulating some Spirit Awakening levels, and I should be able to return to Xia Nation."

...

Time passed day by day.

Li Yuan remained in the base for meditation, focusing on his cultivation while also sensing the restless atmosphere throughout the base.

On the third day of his return, he witnessed a massive Mechanical Legion emerging from the 'Star Realm Gateway' at the heart of the forward base, continuously marching into the wilderness.

Numerous transport vehicles followed suit.

Meanwhile, numerous factories were being constructed next to the base... Undoubtedly, the Alliance was pouring resources into the Mingxu Star Realm.

"Looks like they're planning something big. Is Flying Snake Valley really that valuable?" Li Yuan had this thought flash through his mind.

Without further contemplation, he returned to his room.

In the martial arts room.

"Stellar Spear Technique, Starlight Intent."

"Second Layer, Stelliferous Dust." Li Yuan silently felt the essence, and the long spear in his hand came to life.

"Pfft!" "Boom!" The spear transformed, vast and majestic, one strike after another.

Each thrust seemed to explode with starlight, with countless twinkling stars.

"Skysoar Level Spirit Power."

"Allowing me to unite with heaven and earth at all times, whether standing, sitting, or lying down." Li Yuan recited in his heart: "The more I comprehend heaven and earth, the more I perceive the vastness of its natural might."

"Compared to heaven and earth, individual strength is insignificant. Even at the Skysoar level, when compared to the vastness of the starry sky measured in light-years... it's like dust."

"This is the marvel of Stelliferous Dust."

"But the brilliance of life is the most wondrous creation of heaven and earth's evolution." Li Yuan's eyes gleamed: "A single star in the starry sky is like dust, but what about when billions of stars converge?"

"Then, heaven and earth are also a sea of stars."

...

The repeated battles in the Mingxu Star Realm and the life-and-death bloodshed in Flying Snake Valley had already given Li Yuan much to ponder.

Now, with the fundamental transformation of his spirit power,

his foundation soared several times over. As he calmed down to practice his spear technique, his mind became increasingly serene, and countless insights sprouted like spring bamboo shoots after rain.

On January 26th, about ten days after Li Yuan's return to the forward base.

In the base's martial arts room.

"Whoosh!" "Whoosh!" "Whoosh!" Spears of light burst forth, and Li Yuan casually displayed his skills, his movements expansive and grand.

Although his physical quality had not yet reached the Second Rank, the profoundness and swiftness of his spear technique would undoubtedly awe any Source Warrior witnessing it.

"Boom!"

With the final strike, the spear erupted in a roar, slicing through the sky like a dazzling starry river, mesmerizing all who saw it.

"Finally, it has the flavor of 'Galaxy Convergence'," Li Yuan smiled, unconsciously glancing at the Divine Palace panel.

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[Life Tier: 19.4 (First Rank)]



Punch Power: 58,600 kg

Speed: 106.6 m/s

Spirit Power: 30.1

Willpower: 31

Spirit Awakening Level: 30.3% (Current Limit: 40%)



Star Vessel: 10

Skill Realm: Spear Technique (Fifth Level 21%), Body Technique (Fifth Level 22%), Fist Technique (Perfection)



...

"There are still a few days left. I should go out and hunt more aliens."

"Then, I can return home." Li Yuan's heart was at ease: "The virtual battle of the Global University Martial Arts Tournament is approaching, and my spear technique can still improve."

"Can I participate in the first, second, and third years?"

"I want to see how far I can go this time, top twenty? Top ten?"

(End of Chapter)

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