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Chapter 280: University Holy Body — Who Dares To Challenge Me?
Zhang Yu’s gaze swept across the list of Foundation Establishment Stage basic techniques:
Foundation Establishment Mind-Refining Law, Foundation Establishment Breathing Technique, Foundation Establishment Body-Refining Seventy-Two Forms, Martial Arts Power Guide…
As he read through each technique’s description, the corresponding Chain Law Diagram sets began forming in his mind.
"University Holy Body! It’s really here!"
Zhang Yu’s spirits soared at the sight of those four characters.
He lifted his head, scanning the remaining rows of Foundation Establishment techniques, his eyes blazing with fierce determination.
"Compared to Kunxu Layer 1, these two layers offer an abundance of techniques. And with my discount privileges…"
He glanced at the prices.
"Basic Techniques are already cheap to begin with. With my 20% discount, they’re even cheaper."
"Take this Foundation Establishment Breathing Technique—original price 0.01 Lingbi, now only 0.002 Lingbi after discount."
But Zhang Yu didn’t rush into spending. First, he carefully selected all the techniques required to form the University Holy Body, then sorted them by price, deciding to buy only the ten cheapest.
"After all, I haven’t earned any income in Second Layer yet. Every bit saved counts."
After adding the ten most affordable techniques to his cart, Zhang Yu first purchased the Foundation Establishment Body-Refining Seventy-Two Forms.
Instantly, the electronic version materialized before him. With a flick of his hand, he flipped through the pages, zoomed in on details, and studied the text closely.
Life-sized human figures appeared in mid-air—like living models—demonstrating each form of the Seventy-Two Forms one by one.
Zhang Yu mused:
"Just the combination of Eye Armor and the Ling Realm Network already makes this teaching far superior to Layer 1. Still… for someone like me, it’s not that different."
Just as he was absorbed in practicing the Seventy-Two Forms, Fujie watched him from nearby, her expression bored.
She glanced at the dull, dusty classroom walls.
"Without the Ling Realm Network, this place is like being blind."
"Good thing I’ve reached 2nd-tier Evil God status. I need to get Zhang Yu to set up a Ritual soon—so I can go online too."
Meanwhile, Zhang Yu had already begun cultivating the Foundation Establishment Body-Refining Seventy-Two Forms.
Now that he’d entered the Foundation Establishment Stage, with his Physical Strength Level continuing to rise, he could feel his body and Martial Energy merging more tightly.
As Xinghuo Immortal had explained, Body-Refining in the Foundation Establishment Stage couldn’t rely solely on raw physical force—unlike some Qi Cultivation techniques.
Instead, it required a harmonious interplay between Martial Energy and the body, gradually breaking through previous limits.
Zhang Yu had already noticed this when practicing the Foundation Establishment version of Chunqiu Wujin Chan. Now, as he activated the Seventy-Two Forms, he felt even more clearly that each movement demanded a different flow of Martial Energy to achieve proper Body-Refining results.
At that moment, the classroom surveillance camera shifted slightly, locking onto Zhang Yu’s position.
Jiao Lei Immortal observed through the feed.
"Foundation Establishment Body-Refining Seventy-Two Forms?"
"Why would he waste time on such a basic technique?"
"And why is he practicing it so poorly?"
To Jiao Lei Immortal’s eyes, Zhang Yu’s cultivation was utterly lackluster—every motion careless, every form half-hearted, as if driven by some invisible urgency to finish quickly.
"What’s the point of rushing? Practicing a hundred times like this won’t do more than one proper session."
Jiao Lei Immortal shook his head. The camera’s speaker emitted his voice:
"Zhang Yu, stop practicing in the classroom."
"The facility management says you’re occupying the space. Others need it. Find another place to train."
Zhang Yu immediately stopped, left the classroom, and thought: Where should I go to train?
After a quick search, his Eye Armor displayed numerous training venues—but most were full, or charged exorbitant fees.
Then, a thought struck him.
"Maybe I should just head back to the dormitory floor?"
…
125th Floor, Dormitory Area
Zhang Yu stood at the doorway of his dorm, performing the Foundation Establishment Body-Refining Seventy-Two Forms one move at a time.
But his movements were sloppy, lacking power—his sole goal was speed, finishing each form as quickly as possible.
The result? A silent, uneventful practice session—no noise, no disturbance, completely unnoticed.
Foundation Establishment Body-Refining Seventy-Two Forms — Level 1 (3/20)
This reckless, hasty method actually accelerated his progress. Before he knew it, he’d repeated the technique several times.
"The only downside? This half-hearted, speed-focused approach doesn’t really refine my body at all."
But Zhang Yu didn’t care. He already had the 20th-level Expert-Level Body-Refining Technique—Chunqiu Wujin Chan—for real body cultivation.
The Foundation Establishment Seventy-Two Forms were too weak for meaningful refinement in his case.
"If I’d practiced like this back in that cramped apartment, I probably wouldn’t have been kicked out."
"But back then, I needed the physical benefits. I couldn’t afford to skip the work."
Zhang Yu mused:
"So far, practicing quietly in the dorm hasn’t drawn any attention. No one’s kicked me out."
And so, over the next few hours, he pushed the Seventy-Two Forms all the way to Level 8.
During that time, Yu Xinghan, Le Mulan, and Zhang Pianpian returned to the dorm.
Seeing Zhang Yu practicing in the hallway, they barely glanced up, simply waved and went inside.
As soon as Zhang Pianpian entered, she began her Breathing Technique, channeling her Spirit Energy, making the most of every second to refine Martial Energy.
As she practiced, the ambient Spirit Energy in the room began to rise noticeably.
Yu Xinghan and Le Mulan felt the shift and exchanged surprised glances.
Le Mulan gasped:
"The Spirit Energy density… it’s almost reaching the level of a Spirit Vein!"
"Does every dorm have this kind of concentration?"
Yu Xinghan asked curiously:
"Is Spirit Energy this abundant in Second Layer?"
Zhang Pianpian explained:
"You must’ve noticed—outside the University City, vast stretches of land are private property."
"Unlike First Layer, where urban development takes priority, these private lands are mostly used for growing herbs and maintaining Spirit Veins. That’s why Second Layer has such high Spirit Energy density."
Yu Xinghan nodded slowly.
"So that’s why Spirit Energy is so cheap here—because it’s so abundant?"
Zhang Pianpian smiled faintly.
"Maybe. But more importantly, the university and companies want everyone to refine as much Martial Energy as possible."
With that, she closed her eyes and resumed her cultivation.
Le Mulan quickly sat cross-legged, diving into her own breathing and Spirit Energy refinement.
The first class meeting had hit her hard. Once ranked among the top in her First Layer high school, she now found herself near the bottom of the class—her confidence shaken, anxiety creeping in.
Meanwhile, Yu Xinghan touched his new Eye Armor, staring at the world now restored in vibrant color.
"Gosh… I should’ve bought a better Eye Armor down below."
"The ones up here are ridiculously expensive…"
Just then, hunger pangs struck.
He pulled out his remaining synthetic food and started eating.
Counting the rations, he sighed.
"Not even enough for a few more days…"
He was about to relax when he glanced at Zhang Pianpian and Le Mulan, still deeply immersed in cultivation.
Another sigh escaped him.
"Yeah… just like Old Dog said. College’s even tougher than high school."
—
Outside, Zhang Yu continued practicing the Seventy-Two Forms, when suddenly, Bai Zhenzhen’s avatar flashed across his vision.
He paused, thinking:
"Midnight? It’s 2 a.m.? Is it time for my call with A Zhen?"
He looked around—nothing had changed.
"In this University City, you can’t even tell day from night."
With a mental command, the scene shifted.
Before him appeared Bai Zhenzhen, full of energy.
"Yu-zi, did you check in?"
Zhang Yu nodded.
"The first class meeting’s over. I even met a 6th-floor elder and a 4th-floor elder…"
Bai Zhenzhen grinned.
"My class had a few 10th-floor elders too—but they were all nice. They even made me class monitor."
Hearing that, Zhang Yu couldn’t help but feel a twinge of envy.
He asked:
"How big’s your dorm? I’m sharing a 5-square-meter room with my sister, Yu Xinghan, and Le Mulan."
Bai Zhenzhen gasped.
"Wait—Wanfa University’s that packed? I thought my 50-square-meter dorm was tiny. You’re living in five square meters?!"
They continued chatting, exchanging stories from their first day—though they’d only been apart for a day, it felt like they had endless things to share.
When Zhang Yu mentioned Gong Shuijin showing off his wealth, Bai Zhenzhen’s brows snapped together.
"Gong Shuijin, huh? He didn’t bully you, did he?"
"Yu-zi, remember—if he ever messes with you, Mom’ll teach him a lesson."
"And not just him. If anyone dares to trouble you, just say my mom’s name—Qingqing God! If he doesn’t back down, tell him to add me on. I’ll go live on the mic with him."
Hearing this, Zhang Yu’s eyes suddenly sparkled.
"Right! I may be just a 1st-layer person—but I’ve got a divine disciple as a best friend. That makes me connected to a Cultivation Elder!"
The realization flooded him—suddenly, the world felt vast and open.
"Damn… I’ve got such a strong background, yet I’ve been acting so low-key."
"Next time some 4th-floor or 6th-floor elder tries to mess with me? I’ll have A Zhen add them. Let her give them a proper scolding."
"No… better yet—let’s make a group chat. I’ll let A Zhen run the show."
With that thought, Zhang Yu straightened his back, chest puffed out.
(End of Chapter)
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