Chapter 468: Rewards
Chapter 468: Rewards (Requesting Monthly Vote)
The Global Martial Arts Championship had concluded, and Lin Qi’s name was now blazing across the Blue Planet Martial Arts University—though primarily within martial artist circles. Almost every student and instructor at the prestigious academy had heard of this prodigy who’d claimed the championship as a mere sophomore.
On official websites of martial arts pavilions, his battle against Ivan had been replayed endlessly, studied by countless talents. Lin Qi’s extraordinary innate talent, strikingly handsome appearance, and charismatic aura had also won him a growing fanbase of female martial artists.
Late at night, in Tianhai City’s Cang Province, the top-floor office of the Crimson Vault Martial Arts Pavilion buzzed with activity.
“Beep—”
The office door slid open, revealing Yue Feng—a rugged, black-suited figure whose fatigue was evident as he slumped onto the sofa. Grabbing a bottle of mineral water, he took a long swig before addressing Wu Lingyun.
“Old Wu, what’s up? I’ve been stuck at Linhai Base for three months. Exhausted.”
“The Disaster Beasts are getting fiercer. Just two days ago, Old He fell in battle. His kid’s only three.” He sighed. “Still, his savings and the state’s hefty compensation should cover the boy’s needs until adulthood.”
“Good news—my merits have piled up. I can finally redeem better resources. Might even break through to the Eighth Stage.”
Wu Lingyun nodded, then shifted to the matter at hand. “Today marks the end of the Global Martial Arts Championship.”
Yue Feng bit into an apple, uninterested. “Who took the crown? Lin Qi’s in his first year. Doubt he’s ready. Maybe by senior year…”
“You underestimate him,” Wu Lingyun interrupted, a smile tugging at his lips. “Lin Qi is this year’s champion.”
Yue Feng froze, apple halfway to his mouth. “What? You’re serious?”
A holographic screen flickered to life, displaying the Crimson Vault’s homepage:
“Congratulations to Lin Qi for Winning the 35th Global Martial Arts Championship!”
Yue Feng skimmed the article rapidly, his expression shifting to stunned disbelief. “He actually did it. Beat a Seventh Realm opponent—so he’s an Sss-Rank Genius now?”
Wu Lingyun confirmed, “Mountain and River King’s already requested Lin Qi’s file. He’s heading to Otherworld to sign an Sss-Rank Contract. By all accounts, Lin Qi’s a living legend.”
Yue Feng drained his water bottle, shaking his head in awe. “That kid… always full of surprises. An Sss-Rank Genius, breaking records. He’ll be a Nine Realms Martial Artist in no time. And I’m the one who discovered him.” His pride was palpable—Lin Qi’s rise meant unimaginable rewards for his mentor.
Wu Lingyun added, “His parents’ safety is critical now. No risks.”
“Leave it to me,” Yue Feng replied. “I’ll beef up security at their residence. And I’ll warn those meddling with Lin Zhen’s business. Cross Lin Qi? They’ll answer to Crimson Vault.”
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Martial Dao Calendar 2048, May 7th
The day after the championship, Lin Qi pulled up to Heavenly Dome Tower in his sleek black electric car.
“Lin Qi!” A professor waved warmly as he passed through the lobby.
Another greeting came from a burly, uniformed officer: “Saw your match yesterday. Outstanding! Can’t wait to see you on the battlefront.”
Lin Qi nodded. “Once I break through, I’ll join the fight.”
The officer was an Imperial Military 8th Stage Martial Artist, occasionally teaching battlefield survival tactics. As Lin Qi approached Dean Liu’s office, instructors—even Eighth Stage elites—eagerly hailed him. His status had skyrocketed; he was now Xia Kingdom’s brightest star.
Reaching the white alloy doors, a soft “Beep” signaled entry. The office interior evoked an underwater realm—azure tea table, blue-robed Xue Zhou, black-cloaked Mu Hong, and white-clad Dean Liu seated around steaming teapot.
“Lin Qi, sit,” Dean Liu offered, passing him a cup.
After pleasantries, Xue Zhou leaned forward. “How’d you awaken Golden Radiance? And when did you master the Disaster Beast Trial Tower?”
“Yesterday morning,” Lin Qi sipped calmly. “Felt like clearing the tower while I was at it. Spear Techniques hit Spiritual Resonance Mastery too.”
“…Just ‘felt like it’?” Dean Liu exchanged a glance with Xue Zhou, catching the subtle boast.
“Unheard of,” Dean Liu mused. “Most awaken two special abilities at once, or through rare treasures. Your case? Revolutionary.”
Mu Hong added, “You might even develop a third ability—Adamantine Body.”
Lin Qi nodded. He’d sensed it too. Completing a triad of abilities might trigger another physical evolution.
Dean Liu continued, “As a sophomore champion, your rewards are historic. Two hundred million Xia Kingdom Currency, 10,000 kilograms of Grade 7 Disaster Beast Flesh of your choice, plus 2,000 kilograms of Grade 8.”
Lin Qi calculated—this bounty would fuel months of cultivation, boosting his Vital Energy Stat to 3999 (Sixth Realm Peak). Seventh Realm breakthroughs would require more.
Dean Liu projected a hologram of Delta Alloy battle armor—reinforced with fifteen rare metals, designed to absorb Disaster Beast impacts.
“Most martial artists wait for Seventh Realm before buying armor,” Mu Hong noted. “A set costs 240 million—your prize.”
Lin Qi’s eyes lit. Last year’s freshman rewards—S-Rank Combat Suit, Tiger Slaughter Long Spear—had only totaled 230 million. This armor alone, plus the flesh, surpassed 1.5 billion.
“Send your body scans to my AI,” Dean Liu concluded. “We’ll tailor the armor. Delivery in a month.”
Lin Qi smiled. With this gear, he’d soon join the battlefront—hunting Disaster Beasts as a Seventh Realm warrior.
(End of Chapter)
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