Chapter 279: Transcendent Breakthrough
Chapter 279: Transcendent Breakthrough (Requesting Monthly Vote)
Primordial Energy coursed into Lin Qi’s cells, voraciously devoured.
It began splitting and metabolizing, expelling waste cells from his body.
Damaged areas of his physique visibly regenerated at an astonishing speed.
Lin Qi recognized this as a positive transformation.
Since last night, he’d felt completely drained, consumed by an insatiable hunger for energy.
In just a single day, he’d devoured countless snacks, meals, and—most notably—several cases of Energy Brew. Yet his body still craved more, as if bottomless.
His organs operated at peak efficiency, aggressively replenishing his reserves.
Now, even the Primordial Energy felt like sustenance. He absorbed it recklessly, as though without limits.
His internal organs rapidly healed, while power from the depths of his bloodline surged forth.
Muscles torn apart regenerated, stronger than before.
Tendons, bones, and skin—all damaged in combat—underwent a violent metamorphosis.
His epidermis burned with renewed intensity, as if shedding an old husk.
What should have been a two-hour cultivation session stretched into three.
Only when the Martial Arts Training Hall’s Primordial Energy neared depletion did the process abate.
Lin Qi finally felt a satisfying fullness ripple through his body.
“Haa~”
He opened his eyes, golden light flashing within them, as he exhaled a thick plume of turbid air that blew the curtains like a gale.
A fierce aura radiated outward like tidal waves.
Rising slowly, he felt weakness dissipate, replaced by surging strength.
“Crack~”
Fists clenched, his muscles tensed, bones popping audibly.
His injuries had vanished.
More importantly, he felt even stronger than before.
Glancing at his Status Panel, multiple notifications appeared:
[During crisis, you activated the Second Tier: Ultimate Sublimation. Your innate talent ignited all bodily energy, unleashing combat power far beyond normal limits.]
[Your body sustained severe damage. Energy recovery required.]
[Innate Talent: Ultimate Sublimation activated. Physical potential excavated. Body transformed, strength enhanced. Vital Energy Stat +5]
[Template Fusion Rate increased. +1%]
[Special Ability Awakening: 70%]
[Template: Erlang Shen Yang Jian]
[Fusion Rate: 21.6% → 22.6%]
[Vital Energy Stat: 92 → 97]
…
Seeing his Vital Energy Stat spike, Lin Qi’s heart swelled with pleasant surprise.
He’d expected using the Second Tier would require days to recover fully.
Yet by the next morning, he’d nearly healed completely.
The Ultimate Sublimation talent proved a massive boon—not only amplifying combat power, but also unlocking latent potential afterward, boosting his stats by a full five points.
Five points at the Third Realm’s later stages would typically take a month of ordinary cultivation.
“I’ve exceeded my prior goal of Vital Energy 95. Once back at school, I’ll prepare for the Fourth Realm breakthrough.”
Though assassination had threatened him, his martial cultivation had advanced significantly—a bitter blessing.
…
For the following days, Lin Qi remained secluded in the villa.
Relatives and friends visited daily, checking his recovery. Their astonishment grew seeing him restored to full health.
Inside the Martial Arts Training Hall, a green holographic screen projected Yue Feng’s visage.
“Lin Qi,” Yue Feng smiled, “our team has nearly eradicated the Tianhai ‘Vermin God Cult’ cell. Following the assassin’s trail, we’ve netted several high-profile targets. Future assassination attempts should be minimal.”
Lin Qi nodded, though resolve hardened—his life-protection measures must improve. More crucially, his power needed exponential growth.
Terminating the call, he clenched his fist: I’m still too weak. Third Realm Skin Tempering marks only the beginning of true martial artists.
I must break through to the Fourth Realm immediately, advancing my physique rapidly.
Within Scarlet Realms or competitions, he welcomed formidable opponents for refinement. But in real-life mortal combat, he preferred crushing dominance—ending enemies with a single strike.
“Ding!”
“Call incoming from Dean Liu.”
Xiaochan’s blue-robed hologram materialized a second screen.
Dean Liu’s figure appeared, long robe billowing as he chuckled:
“Lin Qi, I heard about the assassination attempt. Unbelievable—though I shouldn’t be surprised. You’ve always defied expectations.”
“Dean Liu!” Lin Qi greeted warmly, and the two exchanged pleasantries.
…
Post-Spring Festival, time flew.
From January 15th to February 14th—eve of the new semester—the villa buzzed with activity.
Outside No. 66 Villa, Jiang Miaoyin waved farewell in her oversized uniform.
“Lin Qi-ge, goodbye! After the Gaokao, I’ll enter the top thirty nationally—no, top twenty!”
Lin Qi grinned. “I believe you, A Miao.”
Graduating senior though she was, Lin Qi had already returned to Second High School to speak as a representative.
With her evolving innate talent, she might secure a top-twenty ranking as an S-Rank Genius.
With that, he departed with Jiang Tao, their electric car disappearing into the distance.
…
Hours later, in the frigid capital.
From the Great Sparrow Transport aircraft, endless snow-laden forests blurred past. Ice melted, revealing emerald canopies.
Lin Qi glimpsed Azure Firmament Martial Academy’s monumental faceless statue at the school’s entrance—still awe-inspiring.
Nine Realm Titleholder… How many years will it take for me? Ten? Five?
He knew not, only that his Erlang Deity innate talent destined him to become this planet’s strongest martial artist.
His idol—the Red Emperor—would inevitably be surpassed.
For now, he stood at the starting line. Ahead: relentless cultivation.
“Boom!!”
The transport shuddered landing at the academy’s broad entrance. Sophomores and juniors disembarked en masse, passing through security into Azure Firmament’s embrace.
At the parking lot, vibrant electric cars hummed, transporting students and luggage toward dormitories.
“Month-long break left me completely relaxed,” Jiang Tao remarked, wind tousling his hair as he breathed the crisp campus air, eyes bright with ambition.
“This semester, my goal: top ten among freshmen.”
Confidence surged—he’d relaxed his body and mind over Winter Break, sensing his innate talent had risen. Given months, he’d defeat rival colleges’ S-Rank Geniuses.
Lin Qi too recalled his own objective…
(End of Chapter)
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