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Chapter 399: Zhang Yu's Military License Plan
Hearing Director Gao mention the Military License, Zhang Yu’s expression tightened instantly, his gaze sharpening with sudden seriousness.
Ever since his first encounter with Mo Ejin wielding the Tian Kunlun Shifting Mountain Divine Power at a remote construction site, Zhang Yu had been utterly captivated by this elite Civil Engineering Department technique—militarized, legendary, and immensely powerful.
During the recent Civil Engineering Competition, Mo Ejin’s cultivation had advanced further, and the Tian Kunlun Shifting Mountain Divine Power he unleashed now trembled through the heavens, dominating the skies with overwhelming force.
That performance only deepened Zhang Yu’s resolve: he had to master this martial art.
Sensing the ambition and hunger in Zhang Yu’s eyes, Director Gao smiled faintly. He had no fear of ambition—indeed, he saw it as essential on the immortal path. Without desire, without drive, without the will to push forward, even the most talented cultivators would stagnate.
On the contrary, complacency, contentment, and excessive detachment from worldly goals—those were the true obstacles to true cultivation.
“We in the Civil Engineering Department offer a Military License known as the Military Civil Engineering Certificate,” Director Gao explained. “It comes in two categories: Class A for Military-Grade Spirit Armor, and Class B for Military-Grade Techniques.”
“I’m discussing the Class B license—the one for advanced techniques.”
As Director Gao spoke, the details emerged: the Military Civil Engineering Certificate exam was held every two years, always in October. The standards were strict—no guarantee that anyone would pass. If no candidate met the threshold, everyone would be eliminated.
“The next exam is next year,” Director Gao said. “But for you, it’s still too soon.”
“So I’ve mapped out your path: the exam two cycles from now—October of your Fifth Year, one month after your new semester begins.”
“At that point, you’ll have already mastered the Civil Engineering Seven Supreme Arts. After passing the exam, you’ll achieve Sevenfold Unity, unlocking the full potential of the Tian Kunlun Shifting Mountain Divine Power.”
To Director Gao, this pace was already astonishingly fast.
In his estimation, with this progress, Zhang Yu could represent the department in the Inter-School League by his Sixth Year—and secure a strong ranking.
But Zhang Yu felt only one thing: too slow.
He couldn’t help but speak up. “Can’t I do it sooner? What if I just… enter the exam next year? The one in October?”
“And then work faster to complete the Civil Engineering Seven Supreme?”
Director Gao raised an eyebrow. He saw in Zhang Yu’s eyes a hint of overconfidence—overambition after the competition.
“Right now it’s December,” Director Gao reminded. “If you aim for next October’s exam, you’ll have only ten months.”
“Do you know who else will be taking it?”
“Su Yanyang. Xiao Yunji. They’ll both be there.”
“Xiao Yunji—her xian dao potential is among the strongest in the entire department. In just ten months, catching up to her? Nearly impossible.”
“And Su Yanyang? You beat his team in the competition, yes—but you also know deep down, your strength still falls short.”
“Zhang Yu,” Director Gao said, tone firm but measured, “your talent is undeniable. But don’t let it blind you. Arrogance is the fastest path to downfall.”
“Instead of chasing impossible goals in ten months, focus on the next three years. Master each of the Civil Engineering Seven Supreme Arts one by one. Strengthen your base stats. Improve every aspect of your cultivation. Then, when the time comes, you’ll soar like a celestial dragon.”
“Immortal cultivation is a lifelong journey. What seems like a year or three now? In fifty years, you’ll look back and realize it was nothing.”
Zhang Yu knew he couldn’t change Director Gao’s mind through argument.
So he shifted his approach, nodding earnestly. “You’re absolutely right, Teacher. I shouldn’t be chasing shortcuts. I need to cultivate patience. To grow steadily.”
Director Gao nodded approvingly.
Then Zhang Yu added, “But… I could still try, couldn’t I? I’m not aiming to pass. I just want to see what the exam is like. To experience it firsthand.”
After a moment’s pause, Director Gao studied Zhang Yu’s sincere expression. He gave a slow nod. “Fine. Seeing it won’t hurt. But be careful. If things go wrong, pull out immediately. Don’t spend too much on the exam.”
Zhang Yu agreed wholeheartedly, though inside, he had already made a silent vow:
Next October, I will take that Military License. I will earn it.
At the same time, a heavy weight settled in his chest.
He felt confident he could surpass Su Yanyang. But Xiao Yunji? That was another story. Her strength and xian dao potential felt bottomless—far beyond his current understanding. He didn’t even know her limits.
And with the exam timeline settled, Director Gao turned to Zhang Yu’s cultivation schedule.
In his eyes, Zhang Yu was a rare talent: gifted in martial cultivation, physically strong, deeply passionate about civil engineering, yet painfully short on funds.
The perfect place for him to grow?
The construction site.
There, Zhang Yu could refine his techniques, train his body, earn subsidies from medicine grants, profit from projects, and contribute to the department—all at once. A true win-win.
Director Gao recalled how, during the competition, Zhang Yu had remained utterly focused on construction amid chaos, completing the final required work just before the deadline.
“He’s born for civil engineering,” Director Gao murmured, almost in awe. “He’s got the soul of a civil engineer.”
“Starting next month,” Director Gao said, “I’ll assign you to high-value projects. Cultivate while earning.”
“More importantly, you must elevate your Base Statistics—those are the foundation of immortal cultivation. The sooner you reach the Foundation Establishment peak, the better.”
He handed over a digital card. “This is a Platinum Member card from Chui Xin Ju. It gives you 50% off all purchases. Use it to train your Dao Heart.”
Zhang Yu’s eyes lit up. With this card, he could now leverage Chui Xin Ju’s Ling Realm services to rapidly advance his Dao Heart level.
Director Gao continued. “I’ve upgraded your dorm’s Spirit Energy supply to the highest tier. Use every moment to strengthen your Martial Energy.”
“And for Martial Energy Quality? I have a few plots at Hilong Garden—graveyards filled with high-quality Corpse Units. I’ll provide you with Martial Energy of 200% quality every month.”
Zhang Yu remembered Hilong Garden well. He’d previously worked on a restoration project there.
Now, hearing about 200% quality Martial Energy, his heart leapt.
Earlier, he’d purchased 175% quality energy from the Dark Martial Realm. It had boosted his Martial Energy Quality quickly at first—but as he approached 175%, the gains slowed dramatically.
Once he surpassed it, he needed even higher-tier energy to progress. And each percentage point beyond 175% cost exponentially more.
For someone as financially strained as Zhang Yu, this made progress increasingly painful.
No wonder Director Gao has such connections, Zhang Yu thought. He’s got a real foothold in Hilong Garden.
Director Gao added, “As for Physical Strength Level—yes, you’re building it through construction work. But we can speed it up.”
He paused, then asked suddenly, “By the way… why haven’t you used any Spirit Armor besides your Eye Armor?”
To Director Gao, it was odd. Zhang Yu wasn’t poor—he could afford at least one more piece. Yet, even after Second Year, he still only wore his Eye Armor.
Zhang Yu explained, “I heard the highest-grade Spirit Armor is forged specifically to the body—customized through cultivation.”
“So I’m holding off. I want to keep refining my flesh and blood. Once I can afford it… I’ll craft my own.”
“Oh?” Director Gao nodded slowly. “I didn’t expect that.”
“Indeed, refining the body and crafting custom Spirit Armor is a longer-term, higher-potential path.”
“But it’s also expensive and difficult. Even many wealthy cultivators skip it, opting instead for ready-made, powerful armor.”
“Since you’ve chosen this road,” Director Gao said, “I won’t provide you with Spirit Armor. But I’ll see what I can do about a cultivation-focused Spirit Artifact. I’ll get it for you in a few days.”
After saying goodbye, Zhang Yu felt an overwhelming sense of satisfaction.
With Director Gao’s support, his cultivation path was about to accelerate once more.
Standing under the shadow of being ranked 95th in the Civil Engineering Department’s Foundation Establishment Realm, feeling the respectful glances from those around him, Zhang Yu reflected on the day’s events.
Wanfa University’s atmosphere isn’t so bad, he thought. The teachers… they do have heart.
Meanwhile, Director Gao contacted Ciji Zhenjun.
Director Gao: Ciji, I want to get Zhang Yu a Spirit Artifact to aid in body refinement.
Ciji Zhenjun: You’re really fond of your disciple.
Director Gao: Where should I buy it?
Ciji Zhenjun: [Lingxiao Intelligence Shopping Official Website]
Director Gao: All the money goes to the platform—what’s the point?
Director Gao: I’d rather buy it directly from you—no middlemen, no markup.
Ciji Zhenjun: Sigh. Fine… what’s the price? We’ve known each other for centuries, after all.
Director Gao grinned. “A Foundation Establishment Stage-level Body Refining enhancement artifact—portable, no side effects, no extra costs, no damage to potential. Budget: 5 Lingbi. Can you handle it?”
Ciji Zhenjun: You know, I think I should become your disciple.
Director Gao: Not so fast—prices can be negotiated.
...
Wanfa University City, 88th Floor.
Zhang Yu began cultivating the 7th martial art of the Martial Dao Holy Body.
During the recent Civil Engineering Competition, only the First Layer effect of the Martial Dao Holy Body had proven decisive in the final showdown against Su Yanyang’s team.
That made Zhang Yu even more eager to unlock the full potential of this Chain Law Diagram set.
And with another stint at the construction site ahead, he planned to accelerate his cultivation—so that in the field, he’d work faster, earn more, and grow stronger.
Beyond the Martial Dao Holy Body, he still had Dao Heart, Martial Energy, Martial Energy Quality, and Physical Strength Level to refine.
And the Alchemy and Civil Engineering courses couldn’t be neglected.
From that moment on, Zhang Yu felt like he was running nonstop—every day a blur of work, training, and study. He wished, more than anything, that a day had 48 hours.
(End of Chapter)
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