Chapter 310: Shifting Ranks
Chapter 310: Shifting Ranks (Please Vote Monthly)
Moments later, Lin Qi’s muscles swelled as his veins bulged. With a sudden surge of power, a massive torrent of Vital Force erupted outward.
“Boom!”
The air emitted a dull explosive sound, sending a ripple of white energy expanding outward.
The violent wind tore through the curtains of the Martial Arts Training Hall, whipping against Lin Qi’s face.
He felt his mastery over Vital Force had just leaped another level.
[Your Vital Energy Stat has greatly increased. Your bones have been thoroughly tempered, allowing you to generate even more formidable Vital Force. Your mastery of Vital Force improves. Spear Techniques +2%]
[You gain new insights into the Sky-Shaking Spear Techniques. Spear Techniques +1%]
[Your mastery of Vital Force improves. Your Body Techniques break through. Body Techniques +5%]
[Spear Techniques: Third Stage 48% → 51%]
[Body Techniques: Third Stage 23% → 28%]
…
Staring at the notifications flashing on his Status Panel, this was his reward after four days inside the Pyramid.
Here, he’d spent every moment absorbing Primordial Energy or refining his Spear Techniques and Body Techniques.
The results were impressive.
Unlike his Vital Energy Stat, which grew exponentially with each Stage, advancements in martial arts required relentless practice. While various aids existed for techniques like Spear Techniques or Body Techniques, true progress still depended on sheer effort. The higher the Stage, the harder each 1% increase became.
Rumors even claimed that later, Fifth-Realm and Sixth-Realm martial artists might still linger in the Fourth Circle of their techniques.
“Huu~”
Lin Qi exhaled, sweat trickling from his forehead. Though not tired, his significantly enhanced Vital Energy Stat had strengthened his body, allowing him to adapt easily to Otherworld’s Triple Gravity. Even wearing a 2,000-kilogram Gravity Ring, he felt no strain.
Closing his eyes, he suddenly tensed his body. Vital Force surged as the Primordial Energy particles hidden within his flesh surfaced and fused with it.
The Primordial Energy had transformed, gaining a cutting edge. Now fused with Vital Force, it carried this attribute too.
“My Vital Force has changed—it’s becoming like specialized Vital Force,” Lin Qi mused. His current Vital Force resembled the unique energy Xiang Long once wielded.
This shift boosted his combat strength, though it still paled compared to true specialized Vital Force. It was like a muscular man developing tougher skin—still no match for an average person wielding a sharp blade.
Yet this change helped him bridge the gap against gifted prodigies with awakened specialized Vital Force, giving him a better chance in battle.
“Next, I need to refine this fused Vital Force into even stronger techniques,” Lin Qi thought, refocusing on the Sky-Shaking Spear Techniques.
…
Time passed. Lin Qi’s days remained monotonous—training relentlessly, following a strict schedule for Primordial Energy cultivation, Spear Techniques, and Body Techniques.
After mastering the Platinum Demon Tiger Evolution Method, his efficiency soared. His Vital Energy Stat now increased in single units, and with Bone Tempering Elixirs, his skeletal refinement remained rapid.
Meanwhile, he learned from Teacher I Wei that others were catching up.
On April 3rd at noon, after 12.5 days, Huo Wanyang completed his Primordial Energy cultivation.
That afternoon, Pei Jiu followed after nearly 13 days—a pace rivaling SS-Rank Geniuses. Dean Liu and other instructors were stunned, with Liu telling Lin Qi that Pei Jiu now displayed SS-Rank potential.
Upon finishing, both Pei Jiu and Huo Wanyang immediately exited the Pyramid. The reason? Rankings.
Currently, Lin Qi and Yu Zhuoran held the top two spots. None of the other young geniuses—each only 18—were willing to fall behind.
Next came Song Qing, Wan Ming, Xia Lian, Lan Yue, and others, completing their breakthroughs between days 14–15.
Only the last-place Han Zhen took 16 days, aligning with Teacher I Wei’s prediction that most would finish within 12–15 days.
Only Lin Qi and Yu Zhuoran operated on another level.
Finally, Xiang Long—ever the “eternal third”—finished in 13 days, solidifying his S-Rank Genius status and ranking fifth among the 14.
…
Unnoticed, April 21st arrived—the one-month mark since entering Otherworld.
Inside Villa E86’s Martial Arts Training Hall, Lin Qi sat cross-legged in a black martial arts robe. His skin glowed golden, revealing the bone structure beneath.
Gales howled as his Consciousness Realm expanded—a towering Platinum Malevolence Tiger over 100 meters tall roared, absorbing Primordial Energy through countless pores across its body.
Lin Qi guided this unique Primordial Energy to refine his torso bones, waves of tingling pleasure coursing through him as his skeleton was forged.
He reveled in this transformation, his body growing stronger, his latent potential awakening.
Two hours later, his pores closed. Unused Primordial Energy particles lingered within, like stored fat—ready to fuel his body when needed.
“Boom!!”
Eyes snapping open like a Ninth-Rank Disaster Beast—the Platinum Malevolence Tiger awakening from slumber—power surged through him.
He stood, staring at the updated stats glowing on his golden Status Panel.
[You completed a Primordial Energy cultivation session. Your torso bones were thoroughly tempered, accelerating progress. Vital Energy Stat +2, Vital Energy Stat +2…]
[Vital Energy Stat: 207 → 231]
…
Seeing his gains, Lin Qi smiled.
Over 20 days since April 2nd, his Vital Energy Stat had skyrocketed, gaining 24 points.
“If I train here for a few more months, I could break into the Fifth Realm!”
Clutching his fist, he marveled at Otherworld’s superior cultivation environment. He almost didn’t want to leave.
“Huu~”
Exhaling, he flexed his body. Vital Energy surged as the fused Primordial Energy within resonated—feeling uncannily like the “inner force” from ancient martial arts novels.
With his Body Constitution rising, more Primordial Energy could accumulate within him. This fusion would amplify his strength.
Like the world’s strongest cultivator—the Red Emperor—seen in the Platinum Malevolence Tiger’s memories. With a single slash, his crimson flames carved a dozen-meter-long arc across the sky, cleaving even the mightiest Ninth-Rank Platinum Malevolence Tiger.
“It’s time to head to the party!”
Lin Qi glanced outside. It was 6:30 PM. After tidying up, he left his villa.
…
Villa E85 stood beside his—Wan Ming’s residence.
One day before leaving Otherworld, Wan Ming hosted a gathering for the 13 other geniuses. The villa now brimmed with decorations and delicacies, their aromas filling the air.
“Brother Qi, you finally arrived!”
Wan Ming, wearing a blue customized uniform, beamed as he called out.
Entering was Lin Qi, clad in the Azure Firmament Six Colleges’ red-and-white uniform, his posture upright and presence commanding.
Feeling Lin Qi’s oppressive aura, Wan Ming inwardly shuddered.
What an overwhelming, overbearing presence! Even he felt suppressed.
No wonder this top genius had finished first.
Hearing the new title, Lin Qi paused. Once, Wan Ming had called him by name alone. Now the tone had changed.
Realizing this, Lin Qi’s expression smoothed.
“Wan Ming!” he greeted warmly.
“Your coming truly delights me. This party wouldn’t be complete without you,” Wan Ming said.
“Lin Qi!” Others greeted him with smiles.
Lin Qi studied Wan Ming. A month had passed—Wan Ming had mastered the intermediate Primordial Energy cultivation, his aura now vast and deep. The others were the same, their power greatly increased after training in the Pyramid.
“Lin Qi, you’re amazing!” Xia Lian chirped, holding a plate of delicacies. Clad in a green uniform with delicate features, she leaned in curiously. “How did you train so much faster than the Ninth Brother?”
Pei Jiu and Han Zhen hovered behind her.
Lin Qi chuckled. “Just keep training, training, and more training. Success comes naturally.”
“You’re not being humble anymore—you’ve changed your approach to self-praise!” Xia Lian teased, biting a doughnut.
Pei Jiu added, “Compared to you, we’re practically lazy.”
“Congratulations, Lin Qi. You’ve already ranked in the top two freshmen at Azure Firmament Martial Academy.”
Lin Qi smiled. “I still have much to improve.”
As they chatted, Shen Zhenzhen tried approaching warmly, but Lin Qi ignored her.
Both Wan Ming and Pei Jiu had told him about her slander. If even kind-hearted Pei Jiu said so, it must be true. He no longer felt the need to pretend.
Sensing his coldness, Shen Zhenzhen’s face stiffened. With everyone watching, her expression darkened. Without a word, she turned and left.
Minutes later, with everyone gathered, the 13 geniuses took seats around the grand dining table, laden with exquisite dishes.
Wan Ming raised his glass, standing to address the group.
“Unknowingly, we’ve been in Otherworld for a month. Everyone has made tremendous progress.”
“Today’s party isn’t just a celebration—it’s to cheer us on for the future.”
“On April 25th, the Global Freshman Competition begins. Let’s all strive to participate and bring the Xia Kingdom the championship crown!” Wan Ming declared earnestly.
…
(End of Chapter)
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