Chapter 91: A New Evolution

Chapter 91: A New Evolution



"A document from Kunlun Martial University?" Li Yuan immediately clicked to accept.

It was a concise cultivation guide suggestion sent by Fan Jin.

Li Yuan began to read.

His V-Communication device vibrated with an incoming video call from Teacher Fan Jin.

Li Yuan quickly answered.

~Buzz~ The video call connected.

"Teacher Fan," Li Yuan smiled, looking at the elderly man in pajamas on the holographic display.

"It's quite late, I hope I didn't disturb your rest," Fan Jin said with a smile.

"No," Li Yuan replied.

"Mhm, you should have received the file," Fan Jin smiled. "Technically, this cultivation guide should have been given to you after your college entrance exam."

"However, I just received news from Starfire Combat Palace. Your physical condition has reached 9.5-star level?"

Li Yuan's expression remained calm, but his heart skipped a beat.

He understood that it was most likely due to his excitement during today's practical training, where he failed to control his strength and exposed his true abilities.

There was a 90% chance that Fang Longhu had reported his situation while informing about his resignation as a training partner.

Li Yuan wasn't surprised by Fang Longhu's report.

Given his contract level, the Starfire Combat Palace's higher-ups would definitely keep a close eye on his progress.

However, he didn't expect that Kunlun Martial University would be informed within just two hours.

For a moment, Li Yuan could only smile.

"Haha, don't worry."

Teacher Fan Jin laughed. "You have signed contracts with both Kunlun Martial University and Starfire Combat Palace, and both contracts are of extremely high levels. Naturally, we will establish communication to quickly learn about your situation and adjust your training plan accordingly."

"Thank you for your concern, Teacher," Li Yuan smiled. "I broke through in my martial arts skills just a day before the invitation event. I'm not sure why, but in the past week, after using the Essence Energy Pills, my physical condition has been improving at an incredibly fast rate. I estimate that I'm currently at around 9.3-star level, not yet at 9.5."

Saying 9.5-star level outright would be too exaggerated.

The difference in power between 9.5 and 9.3 wasn't significant.

"9.3-star level?"

Fan Jin was equally surprised. "Just a week ago, you were at 8.9-star level! Could it be that your previous assessment was inaccurate?"

Li Yuan smiled but remained silent.

"It seems that Dean Li was right. Your physical talent is exceptionally high, but you lack a cultivation technique. Even before, your progress was faster than those students cultivating advanced methods... Mhm, at the time, you had just entered the fourth stage, and you were able to tap into your body's strength more deeply... It's not surprising that you've improved by 0.4-star level." Fan Jin nodded, his gaze at Li Yuan slightly changing: "This is great news!"

There was no need for Li Yuan to explain; Fan Jin had already filled in the gaps himself.

After all, such examples were not uncommon in the history of martial arts.

"Even at 9.3-star level, you should know that your path to improving your physical condition will be different from most students, and you will heavily rely on external resources," Fan Jin said.

"I understand, Teacher," Li Yuan replied.

Other students could cultivate advanced techniques to absorb cosmic essence energy, but he couldn't.

"Before reaching 9.5-star level, consuming basic Qi and Blood Potions and regular Essence Energy Pills will be sufficient for your body's evolution," Fan Jin explained. "But the stronger your body becomes, the more energy it will consume."

"Relying solely on these resources, your body's evolution rate will gradually decline and eventually come to a complete halt after surpassing 9.5-star level."

Li Yuan nodded lightly.

In fact, he had already felt this way since his physical condition exceeded 8.0-star level.

"My suggestion is to follow the cultivation guide in the file," Fan Jin said. "Start trying first-stage Qi and Blood Potions, and use them in conjunction with Purifying Essence Serum and Essence Energy Pills."

"What is Purifying Essence Serum?" Li Yuan asked, puzzled.

"It's specifically developed for situations like yours, where you lack a cultivation technique," Fan Jin explained. "All potions and pills contain impurities."

"Ordinary martial artists cultivate techniques to reduce the burden on their bodies when using external resources."

"But that's not an option for you."

"Purifying Essence Serum continuously cleanses your body of impurities. As long as your body can handle the pain and absorb the Qi and blood energy, you can push your physical condition to its limits." Fan Jin continued, "In the past, the first-generation martial artists relied on the earliest versions of 'Purifying Essence Serum' to painstakingly elevate their physical conditions to the 19-star level."

Li Yuan finally understood.

"Nowadays, fewer people use Purifying Essence Serum. You can search for it in the Starfire App, and follow the usage ratios provided in the cultivation guide file," Fan Jin instructed.

"Try it once."

"If your body can endure the pain of Purifying Essence Serum."

"Then continue. If you find that your body can't handle it, stick to your previous cultivation plan." Fan Jin smiled, his voice filled with anticipation: "Strive to raise your physical condition to 10.0-star level or even higher by August."

"At the end of July, the school will organize a practical assessment. Although you've already passed the practical assessment, you can still apply again. The top 100 out of the 2,000 freshmen will receive cash rewards." Fan Jin smiled. "The reward for the top ten is 3 million Blue Star Coins."

He knew how to motivate his students.

"Yes, Teacher," Li Yuan replied seriously.

The call ended.

"Practical assessment? I'm so excited!" Li Yuan thought, his heart racing.

Previously, Li Yuan had been pondering where to find opportunities for practical assessments.

He wanted to raise his spiritual awakening level to the 20% limit and see if he could gain another spiritual guidance opportunity.

With his strength, going to the warfront was too dangerous, and Starfire Combat Palace and the school would never allow it.

But now, the opportunity had come unexpectedly.

"End of July? That's only four months away?" Li Yuan wondered. "The top ten receive an additional reward of 3 million Blue Star Coins?"

It was a substantial reward.

"I'll do my best," Li Yuan thought.

"Just as Teacher Fan Jin said, I'll strive to become a true first-stage martial artist," he vowed.

Kunlun Martial University was arguably the top martial arts university in Xia Nation, admitting only 2,000 students annually, all of whom were elite applicants from across the country.

However.

"My goal is to be number one!" Li Yuan's heart was filled with ambition.

The top ten received 3 million Blue Star Coins.

What about the first place? Would the reward be even higher?

"Purifying Essence Serum is painful? I want to see just how painful it is!"

...

Entering the virtual network, Li Yuan accessed the Starfire App.

"Master, I..." The purple-clad girl beside him was about to speak.

"Silence," Li Yuan interrupted. "I want all the information about Purifying Essence Serum, including its price and access requirements."

"Okay, Master," the girl replied, still smiling.

~Buzz~ A holographic display appeared in front of Li Yuan.

"So that's how it is," Li Yuan understood.

Afterward, Li Yuan opened the cultivation guide file and concluded: "If I follow the new plan and my body can endure, my evolution speed can increase by 50% to 100% before reaching the 12-star level."

"The speed of advancement varies from person to person. After reaching Level 12, following the original cultivation plan, it's difficult to enhance physical fitness any further."

"One step faster, every step faster."

"Right now, I don't have any high-level cultivation methods, so I must seize every opportunity." Li Yuan made his decision, "I'll adopt the new cultivation plan."

This plan was perfect in every way.

Except for one flaw—money!

Over the past six months, Li Yuan had been spending around 220,000 Blue Star Coins/Points on cultivation resources every month.

But according to the new plan...

"A Level 1 Qi and Blood Potion costs 10,000 Blue Star Coins per bottle, and I'll need at least 20 bottles a month." Li Yuan thought to himself, "Plus, three Essence Energy Pills each month, and each one costs 200,000 Blue Star Coins."

A monthly expense of at least 1.1 million Blue Star Coins! Martial arts cultivation was always a gold sink.

In this new cultivation plan, the Purifying Essence Serum was the core. Without it, Li Yuan wouldn't be able to digest so many Qi and Blood Potions and Essence Energy Pills.

With money, he couldn't even spend it all.

"Little Yu, according to the new plan, purchase one Purifying Essence Serum first." Li Yuan instructed, "Deliver it to my address at the Martial Academy tomorrow."

"Master, a reminder for you." The purple-clothed girl said, "After using the Purifying Essence Serum, you'll experience extreme pain. If your body is too weak or your willpower isn't strong enough, it will be hard to endure."

"According to the suggestion, it's best for the master to wait until Level 10 before trying."

"I'll do it right away."

"Yes, master!"

The next second.

Ding! Li Yuan received a reminder, and 200,000 Blue Star Coins were deducted from his account.

"Use my points!" Li Yuan couldn't help but exclaim.

"Master, this is a new item, and the default payment method for the first purchase is Blue Star Coins..." The purple-clothed girl's voice turned soft.

"Didn't you ask me first?"

"You told me to do it immediately, Little Purple!"

...

The next afternoon.

Li Yuan asked for leave from Teacher Xu Bo and headed straight to the Martial Academy.

Xu Bo readily agreed.

Xu Bo had been quite permissive about Li Yuan's cultivation, even allowing him to skip the regular martial arts classes.

Most martial arts teachers in high schools only had a 'Three-Stage' level of skill.

In terms of skill alone, Li Yuan and Xu Bo were already on the same level.

Starfire Guan Mountain Branch, Room 7024 Martial Hall.

"Purifying Essence Serum." Li Yuan carefully opened the box, inside which was a transparent bottle containing a green liquid, resembling jade.

A faint light emanated from the surface, and the glow was subtle, giving off a pure and flawless aura just by looking at it.

"So beautiful." Li Yuan thought, "According to the instructions, this can't be ingested. It has to be applied to the body, and the entire body has to be covered?"

Applying it by hand? Too outdated! Li Yuan took the bottle and went to the therapy room, gently placing it on the rack of the 'Full Body Therapy Unit'.

Due to his cultivation of the Great Sunstar Scripture, Li Yuan rarely used the therapy room.

"Little Yu."

"Initiate full-body application mode, Purifying Essence Serum, slow application." Li Yuan instructed, "Authorized."

"Yes, master." A gentle voice echoed in the room.

Li Yuan removed all his clothing and stepped into the full-body therapy unit, quietly waiting.

Buzz. The bottle of Purifying Essence Serum was opened by the machine, and immediately, Li Yuan saw injection needles penetrate the bottle, quickly draining the green liquid.

Not a drop was left.

A few seconds later! Buzz. Buzz. Several 'application units' resembling human hands emerged, their surfaces permeated with green liquid, and they began to slowly apply the serum to Li Yuan's body.

The application units mimicked human hands, slightly warm and comfortable, but Li Yuan soon felt his back growing hot.

"Purifying Essence Serum? It's indeed as effective as described, and the results are fast." Li Yuan thought to himself.

Very quickly.

Li Yuan felt strange forces coursing through his body, seemingly penetrating his skin and seeping into his internal organs. Immediately, his entire body began to ache, and the pain intensified.

Pain! As if his fingernails were being pierced by needles.

Itch! Ten times more intense than someone scratching the soles of his feet.

Soreness! Like the feeling of numb legs after sitting for a long time, and then someone vigorously shaking them.

With these three sensations combined, every second was an absolute nightmare for an ordinary person.

He even felt suicidal.

"Is that all?" Li Yuan frowned, feeling uncomfortable but still able to endure.

Every day, Li Yuan cultivated the Great Sunstar Scripture, and in terms of mental torture, it was much more intense than this.

Suddenly.

The massage unit slowly passed over a special area located in the middle of the body.

Very meticulously.

"Damn!" Li Yuan's eyes widened, and he finally couldn't hold back his curse.

...

Two hours later, night fell.

As the effects of the Purifying Essence Serum wore off, Li Yuan finally regained full consciousness.

"It's indeed a bit hard to endure." Li Yuan thought to himself, and his gaze swept over his muscular body.

Visible to the naked eye, there was some dirt and impurities on the surface of his skin that hadn't been there before.

"Purifying Essence Serum? It's like squeezing out dirt from every pore." Li Yuan muttered to himself.

However.

Li Yuan's gaze involuntarily swept over the Divine Palace Panel, but his Life Level hadn't changed.

But he did feel that his entire body had indeed become much lighter and more energetic.

Soon, after taking a shower, Li Yuan felt his skin had become smoother and fairer.

"Let's try taking an Essence Energy Pill."

Ten minutes later.

After taking the Essence Energy Pill, Li Yuan began cultivating the basic cultivation method, and he intuitively felt streams of heat-like energy releasing from his chest, quickly coursing through his entire body.

His muscles and bones were constantly being strengthened and becoming more robust.

"It's indeed effective." A glint flashed in Li Yuan's eyes, "I took an Essence Energy Pill ten days ago, so logically, it should be hard for me to absorb it now, and most of its effectiveness would be wasted, making my body feel uncomfortable."

"But now? It feels like I haven't taken one in a month."

Without hesitation.

Li Yuan placed an order, purchasing a month's worth of cultivation resources according to his needs.

Wan Qinghe soon learned of Li Yuan's purchase of the Purifying Essence Serum.

"What willpower! It's truly terrifying."

...

With the new cultivation plan in place, Li Yuan's previously slowing evolution speed had become faster compared to before.

Time flew by, and before he knew it, it was April 1st.

The April exam for high school seniors in Jiang City had arrived.

(End of Chapter)

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