Chapter 207: Reaching Greatness, Helping Others
Chapter 207: Reaching Greatness, Helping Others
"Tianyou Li? Fifty thousand Blue Star Coins?" Li Yuan was taken aback.
Memories of the past flooded his mind.
Before the April mock exams in his senior year of high school, he had 'borrowed' fifty thousand Blue Star Coins and given them to Tianyou Li, asking him to take good care of his health and promising that he could repay the debt after graduating from university.
At that time, Li Yuan's wealth was nowhere near what it is today.
"You're only in your first year, and you're already repaying the debt?" Li Yuan sighed inwardly. Fifty thousand Blue Star Coins were not a significant amount for him now.
But for an ordinary first-year student at Jiangbei Martial University, it might be a burden.
It was common knowledge that most students at Jiangbei Martial University graduated at the 12th level, and those who graduated at the 15th level were considered elites.
Li Yuan estimated that Tianyou Li's current physical condition was probably around the 8th level.
After a moment's thought, Li Yuan initiated a communication with Tianyou Li. Within five or six seconds, a holographic projection appeared, displaying Tianyou Li's figure. After more than half a year, he had become much sturdier than during his senior year, and his expression was even more determined.
However, he seemed a bit flustered.
"Li Yuan, I'm embarrassed," Tianyou Li said with a slight smile.
"You're repaying the money so soon, and you didn't even contact me first," Li Yuan laughed. "Do you look down on me, your old classmate?"
"No, no," Tianyou Li shook his head repeatedly. "I just didn't want to disturb your cultivation. I know your time is precious, and you're probably one of the top students at Kunlun Martial University."
"I watched the Ten School New Student Battle last year," Tianyou Li said with a sheepish smile.
Li Yuan couldn't help but laugh.
The Ten School New Student Battle was a prestigious event, and all the martial arts university students in Xia Nation could watch it. It was no surprise that Tianyou Li knew about his situation.
"I'm busy, but I can make time for an old classmate," Li Yuan said with a smile. "How's it going at Jiangbei Martial University? Seems like you're doing well."
"It's going well," Tianyou Li replied with a smile. "You know Professor Ming, right?"
"Professor Ming?" Li Yuan nodded. "Yes, I know him."
During his senior year, Professor Ming had invited him to join Jiangbei Martial University when they visited their school.
However, after the college entrance exam, they lost contact.
"Our school organized a special test in December this year, focusing on spiritual willpower," Tianyou Li explained with a smile. "I was lucky enough to rank in the top ten among the freshmen, and Professor Ming took notice of me. Now, I'm cultivating under his guidance."
"Top ten? Impressive!" Li Yuan exclaimed.
After some thought, Li Yuan deduced that Tianyou Li's physical condition was probably average or below average among the tens of thousands of freshmen at Jiangbei Martial University, but his spiritual willpower was exceptional to rank in the top ten."
In terms of willpower alone, Tianyou Li was likely the top freshman at Jiangbei Martial University.
Li Yuan wasn't surprised, as he had witnessed Tianyou Li's determination and perseverance firsthand.
"Later, Professor Ming learned that we were high school classmates, and he began to value me even more," Tianyou Li continued with a smile. "After passing the first stage of the test, I received some cash rewards, so I decided to repay you first."
Li Yuan nodded slightly.
"According to Professor Ming, even without a high-level cultivation technique that suits me, I still have a chance to become a Source Warrior," Tianyou Li said. "But it will be painful."
"Painful?" Li Yuan's heart skipped a beat. "Soul Marrow Washing?"
Tianyou Li was taken aback but nodded. "Yes, do you know about it, Li Yuan?"
"I know," Li Yuan replied with a smile.
Not only did he know about it, but he had also endured it repeatedly.
After a moment's thought, Li Yuan asked, "How much is your monthly cultivation resource allowance at Jiangbei Martial University?"
"One Soul Marrow Washing and twenty Tier One Qi and Blood Potions," Tianyou Li replied with a beaming smile. "There are also substantial cash rewards for achieving each goal."
It was evident that Tianyou Li was extremely satisfied.
"According to Professor Ming, my top priority now is to strive to reach the Sixth Level Technique," Tianyou Li explained.
"Once I achieve that, my physical condition will improve much faster," he added with a hint of helplessness. "Unfortunately, I only broke through to the Fifth Level Technique at the end of last semester."
"That's already very fast," Li Yuan said with a smile.
If his memory served him right, Tianyou Li had just entered the Second Level Technique before and after the college entrance exam.
In just half a year, Tianyou Li had advanced from the Second Level to the Fifth Level Technique... This progress was already astonishing among the numerous freshmen at Kunlun Martial University.
After all, not everyone could match Li Yuan's pace.
The two chatted for a while longer.
"I don't want to disturb your cultivation any further," Tianyou Li said with a smile.
But before he could end the communication, a message flashed across the holographic projection in front of him: "Your account has received a transfer of 10 million Blue Star Coins from Li Yuan."
"Ten million Blue Star Coins?" Tianyou Li was stunned and stared at the projection in disbelief.
This was an unimaginable amount of money for him.
"Li Yuan, how can you afford to give me so much money?" Tianyou Li was at a loss for words.
It was too much.
"Tianyou, consider this as another loan from me," Li Yuan said with a smile. "To support your cultivation."
"A loan? I'll never be able to repay it in this lifetime," Tianyou Li shook his head repeatedly. "And this money is probably important to you as well."
He knew how formidable Li Yuan was.
However, he still couldn't help but feel that Li Yuan, like himself, was just a freshman, and it was impossible for him to treat ten million Blue Star Coins as if they were nothing.
"Tianyou, this money to help you in your cultivation," Li Yuan's voice became serious. "If you don't work hard and give up on the martial path, I definitely wouldn't lend you the money. But Professor Ming has high hopes for you... I trust his judgment. Without a suitable high-level cultivation technique, becoming a Source Warrior requires a vast amount of resources."
"Resources... Even with this money, it's still far from enough for your cultivation. I believe you've realized this during your time at the university."
Tianyou Li remained silent.
He understood this point very well.
"Among our high school friends, those like Zhou Qi who went to the Cultural University, we don't keep in touch much." Li Yuan looked at Li Tianyou, "The only ones who have been relentlessly pursuing the path of martial arts, besides me, are probably only you."
"We were classmates, and I want to help you."
"Money is meant to be spent. Don't worry about it. Work hard on your cultivation and strive to become an Essence Warrior in the future." Li Yuan smiled, "By then, not only a million Blue Star Coins, but even earning a hundred million won't be difficult."
"Alright, I have something to do, so I'll end the call first." Li Yuan smiled and promptly hung up the communication.
Li Tianyou, still standing in front of the light screen, was filled with awe.
"Help me?"
"Become an Essence Warrior?" Li Tianyou clenched his arms, a hint of determination in his eyes, "Li Tianyou, Li Tianyou..."
"Opportunity!"
"Others may have better backgrounds or higher talents... But having a classmate like Li Yuan is also an opportunity." Li Tianyou silently repeated in his heart, "I must seize it."
"Don't let him down."
At the same time, Li Tianyou felt the audacity and arrogance in Li Yuan's words.
A million or even a hundred million Blue Star Coins seemed like nothing.
This was the power of strength.
"Work hard."
"Strive, even if it means giving it your all, to become an Essence Warrior." Li Tianyou clenched his teeth and quickly started placing orders in the school's 'Martial Cultivation Resource Treasure House', purchasing more cultivation resources.
His cultivation was extremely arduous.
However, the school had its regulations, and resources were limited. For students like him who didn't have advanced cultivation techniques or outstanding skills, the school could only invest a few million Blue Star Coins in him each year... which was already a rare privilege.
...
At Jiangbei Martial University, Professor Ming, who was meditating in the martial arts room, suddenly opened his eyes. He had received a 'Student Anomaly Alert'.
He clicked on the light screen to check.
"Li Tianyou, why did he order so many Qi and Blood Potions and Origin Power Essence Pills?" Professor Ming looked at the notification, surprised, "Where did he get the money?"
After some thought, he directly called Li Tianyou's communication.
...
At Kunlun Martial University, inside Li Yuan's villa.
"Hmm? Professor Ming." Li Yuan, who had just cultivated for a short while, suddenly received a call from Professor Ming.
"Is it about Li Tianyou?" Li Yuan quickly answered.
The communication was established.
"Li Yuan, hello." A deep voice came through the communication.
...
Soon after, Li Yuan hung up the call with Professor Ming, who had been very polite.
At the same time, Li Yuan truly understood Li Tianyou's situation.
Li Tianyou's life was far more difficult than he had described. His Mental Will Test ranking wasn't in the top ten, but second! His cultivation was so arduous that it could be described as insane.
It was this terrifying willpower that caught Professor Ming's attention, leading to his exceptional promotion to the 'Martial Artist Class'.
At the same time,
Li Tianyou's skills had been rapidly improving during his university cultivation, gradually revealing his sharp edge.
According to Professor Ming's estimation, by the third or fourth year of university, Li Tianyou's skills would likely reach the fourth level.
Hearing this from Professor Ming, Li Yuan thought of a word—accumulation.
"Talent is never static."
"Skills are honed over time."
"Insight and nature, over a long period, will also undergo transformation with experiences." Li Yuan's understanding of this point became clearer, "Being fast once doesn't mean being fast every step of the way."
"Perhaps Li Tianyou wasn't outstanding in high school, but he has been gritting his teeth and persevering, tempering his will. Hardships and dangers didn't defeat him; instead, they made him even stronger."
"This will all become the foundation for his future growth."
"Once he reaches a certain level, as long as he can endure, he will quickly transform." Li Yuan thought to himself.
Li Yuan was very excited about his old classmate's achievements.
As for transferring 10 million Blue Star Coins to Li Tianyou? Li Yuan didn't care about it at all.
This amount of money was nothing to Li Yuan.
Nowadays, with his powerful spirit power, Li Yuan could easily earn tens of millions of Blue Star Coins from any Star Realm he ventured into.
Just a few days ago, he had transferred 50 million Blue Star Coins to his uncle and aunt, to support his younger brother's cultivation during this phase.
He also hinted to his uncle that he had earned the money himself, relieving his uncle's worries.
Why earn money? To spend it!
"Martial arts are for achieving enlightenment."
"Now that I have the ability to acquire vast wealth, I can afford to spend a portion of it to provide a better life for my family and help my close friends. This brings me great happiness." Li Yuan continued his cultivation, practicing with his gun.
After learning about Li Tianyou's situation, Li Yuan felt his gun techniques becoming even smoother.
Li Yuan had the ideal of 'reaching the pinnacle and benefiting the world'. After his uncle's influence long ago, and with the experiences he gained in university, he aspired to one day be like Senior Dong Fang Ji, protecting the world.
But that was for the future.
"My abilities and strength aren't sufficient yet, but I must strive to improve myself and benefit those close to me who need help." Li Yuan's thoughts were pure; he believed in doing what he could with his capabilities.
His money wasn't given out casually.
In Li Tianyou's case, Li Yuan saw his extreme diligence and felt he deserved help, so he offered assistance.
Everything followed his heart.
"Hua!"
Li Yuan switched his long gun, and suddenly, the gun's light surged, as if it had drawn upon a subtle force, causing a dazzling starlight to burst forth in mid-air.
The flickering starlight became even more like a flowing river of stars.
"【Your gun technique has improved from 27% of the fifth level to 29% of the fifth level】" A divine notification flashed by.
"Just one step away from the intermediate stage of the fifth level." Li Yuan became even more dedicated to his cultivation.
With each day of dedicated practice, Li Yuan could clearly feel that he was getting closer to comprehending the third level of 'Star River Convergence' in the 《Stellar Intent》.
...
Time passed.
Xiaoguo Time (Blue Star Time) July 8, 2044, 7:30 pm.
The highly anticipated 'Global University Martial Arts Tournament Virtual Battle' was about to begin, capturing the attention of countless people worldwide.
(End of Chapter)
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