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Chapter 349: Celebration Party
Chapter 349: Celebration Party (Requesting Monthly Vote)
Yu Jing’s mind flashed to the Vermin Deity Cult.
Ever since Lin Qi had survived an assassination attempt during the Spring Festival, he’d known the Vermin Deity Cult was behind it.
But this time, the assassination had failed. His contact within the cult had gone silent ever since that day, leaving him anxious for weeks.
Now, Lin Qi had decisively defeated every top-tier genius in his age group, cementing himself as the undisputed Freshman Champion.
His innate talent surpassed even SS-Rank Genius standards, elevating his status within the Vermin Deity Cult. It remained to be seen whether they would reach out again.
...
Meanwhile, at Seat 01 of the First Academy, Li Zehao fumed silently.
The person he loathed most was soaring to new heights, while he couldn’t even catch a glimpse of Lin Qi’s wake. The anguish burned in his chest like wildfire.
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01 Detached Villa, Martial Arts Training Hall
Azure Firmament Six Colleges
“Buzzzz!”
The white Neural Pod hissed open as Lin Qi rose from within.
He glanced at the wall clock: 15:20.
The final day of the Global Freshman Competition had just ended, and a wave of hunger washed over him.
“Xiaochan, order two Level 4 Nutritional Meals!”
“Yes, Master!”
Xiaochan, her jet-black hair cascading over her shoulders, responded obediently.
Lin Qi nodded. Xiaochan was like a real companion, making his daily martial arts training far less tedious.
Ten minutes later, in the expansive living room, Lin Qi opened a white meal box and began lunch, his gaze fixed on the golden Status Panel floating in midair:
[You engaged in fierce battles with opponents Miyamoto Kyonichiro, Viktor Christopher, and Havel Wright, improving your Spear Techniques. Spear Techniques +1%, +1%, +2%]
[You fought multiple enemies, significantly enhancing your Body Techniques (Thunderflash Instant Kill Step). Body Techniques +5%]
[Spear Techniques: Tier 3 66% → Tier 3 70%]
[Body Techniques: Tier 3 60% → Tier 3 65%]
...
Lin Qi smiled at the updated stats.
“Competing really accelerates martial arts progress!”
The entire purpose of these tournaments was to spark competition among geniuses and drive martial arts advancement. The results spoke for themselves—every clash with Miyamoto Kyonichiro, Viktor, and Havel had sharpened his skills.
Yet despite their growth, none could match him.
“Havel and the others are strong, but not enough.”
They hadn’t pushed him to his limits—never even reaching parity. Otherwise, he might’ve made even greater strides.
Their Special Vital Force only narrowed the gap slightly.
“Time to wait for the rewards now.”
Lin Qi’s thoughts turned to the prize pool. By the tournament’s rules—10 million for each round won—he’d reached the finals and claimed the title.
The prize alone should total 130 million Xia Kingdom Currency. The number made him giddy.
Even after spending 50 million on the Elixir of Regeneration, he’d still have 80 million for daily cultivation.
“They said the top four also receive special rewards.”
“As the champion, I’ll get the best of them.”
He calculated eagerly—this was a moment worth anticipating.
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8:00 PM, 01 Detached Villa
The villa buzzed with energy as Sixth Institute students carried in dishes: grilled fish, hot pots, and barbecued meats.
This was a celebration for Lin Qi’s Freshman Champion title.
“Brother Qi, congratulations on the championship!”
Huo Wanyang raised his glass, his tone reverent. He’d upgraded his address from the casual Lin Qi to Brother Qi.
“Clink!”
They downed their drinks. Huo Wanyang’s expression was bittersweet.
The Global Freshman Competition had opened his eyes. Though he himself was an SS-Rank Genius, there were tiers even within that rank. At best, he matched Kong Ruoxuan and Wang Mingxi.
He hadn’t even mastered a Minor Divine Ability, let alone reached Lin Qi’s level—a league of his own.
In the future, he’d likely remain outmatched.
“Brother Qi, congratulations!” Duan Chuchu chimed in.
Ao Feng, Li Lei, Ruan Qian, Ruan Yu, and other S-Rank Geniuses followed suit, none daring to use Lin Qi’s full name.
“Brother Qi!”
The shout came from the entrance. Wan Ming strode in, clad in the blue uniform of Ten Institute.
Behind him: Yu Zhuoran, Pei Jiu, Xia Lian, Han Zhen…
All Ten Institute geniuses had arrived, save Xiang Long and Shen Zhenzhen.
“Brother Qi, we crashed the party too!”
“Congratulations on the championship!” Wan Ming grinned.
“Glad you could all make it!”
Lin Qi was surprised. He’d only extended a tentative invitation, never expecting such turnout.
Yu Zhuoran studied him, his expression complex but warm.
“Lin Qi, congratulations.”
“Your strength is formidable. Let’s spar someday,” Lin Qi replied.
Yu Zhuoran smiled. “Looking forward to it.”
Pei Jiu added, “I thought I could compete with you, but looks like I overestimated myself.”
“Competition’s healthy,” Lin Qi said, exchanging brief words with each guest. The atmosphere grew lively.
Some students from the academy’s foundation classes, initially uneasy around Yu Zhuoran and the Ten Institute elites, relaxed.
What’s to fear? Even awakened geniuses are just Brother Qi’s defeated rivals.
With that thought, the crowd loosened up, toasting and feasting together.
“Everyone!”
Jiang Tao stood, silencing the room.
“Let’s raise our glasses to Brother Qi—the Global Freshman Champion!”
“May Brother Qi become a Nine Realm Titleholder Martial Artist in the future!”
“Cheers!”
The crowd surged to their feet, clinking glasses.
“Here’s to Brother Qi’s championship…”
Lin Qi rose slowly, smiling as he joined the toast.
“Wishing you all the best too!”
“Cheers!”
The room erupted in camaraderie.
...
Two hours later, the party ended. Guests departed, leaving the hall quiet save for cleaning Smart Robots.
In a corner, Lin Qi and Jiang Tao sat across from a steaming hot pot.
“Brother Qi, today was incredible,” Jiang Tao said, his face flushed with excitement.
“Millions of geniuses across 76 nations witnessed your triumph. Everyone now knows Xia Kingdom’s ‘Mountain King’—Lin Qi, the unparalleled freshman champion.”
“Pity the opponents weren’t stronger,” Lin Qi mused.
“Those words… so bold!” Jiang Tao gushed, awe-struck.
After a pause, he chugged his beer.
“Brother Qi, I’ll keep pushing too! S-Rank Genius is just the start. I’ll become an SS-Rank Genius, walking in your footsteps!”
Lin Qi dipped a slice of Obsidian Horn Boar into spicy chili sauce.
“You’ll surpass SS-Rank. That’s just your beginning.”
To Lin Qi, Jiang Tao’s potential was vast. His performance in the Global Freshman Competition placed him atop S-Rank Geniuses. A few more months, and he’d dominate that tier.
Once he awakened a Special Ability, SS-Rank would follow. With time, even Sss-Rank Genius wasn’t out of reach.
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Later that night, Jiang Tao returned to his villa.
Lin Qi retreated to his martial arts hall, scrolling through messages from Senior Li Qing, Wang Zhi Xuan, and his mentor.
They’d missed the party due to competing in other events, while Mentor Mu Hong was still on the battlefield in Bei Jiang Province.
“Master, your prize money has arrived!” Xiaochan announced.
Lin Qi’s eyes lit up. “Display it!”
Xiaochan gestured, projecting glowing green screens:
[Lin Qi, your performance in the April Disaster Beast Trial Tower earned you first place among Azure Firmament Six Colleges. Your academy awards 5 million Xia Kingdom Currency.]
[As Freshman Champion, you receive 8 million Xia Kingdom Currency.]
[As the first Freshman to clear Trial Tower Floor 7, you receive 12 million Xia Kingdom Currency.]
[As Ten Institute Champion, you receive 20 million Xia Kingdom Currency.]
...
Lin Qi’s eyes gleamed.
The Disaster Beast Trial Tower rewards had expanded—adding the Ten Institute bonus brought his April earnings to 45 million.
This was just the preliminary payout. The Global Freshman Competition rewards awaited next…
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(End of Chapter)
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