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“A month, and physical quality increased by 1.1 levels?” Wan Qinghe could hardly describe the shock in his heart with words.
Indeed!
Similar examples indeed exist in the history of humanity’s Martial Path, and not a few.
But that’s across the entire history of human civilization’s Martial Path!
Just as there have been many young generals in history, countless in the annals, but if a twenty-year-old general stood before you, the vast majority of people would be shocked.
“Those who have made a name for themselves in the history of the Martial Path either have an extremely high compatibility with High Rank Cultivation Methods, even reaching 100%,” Wan Qinghe sighed inwardly, “or they come from exceptional backgrounds and have used some Heavenly Materials and Treasures.”
Talent, or background.
Or a combination of both, for example—Dongfang Ji, the first strongest being of human civilization.
In just over a decade, he grew from a Prime Warrior to a terrifying existence surpassing that of a Flying Heaven Warrior.
Ultimately, he even surpassed Lant, who had been famed for a hundred years, and became the undisputed number one warrior of human civilization.
Of course.
No matter how much Wan Qinghe recognized Li Yuan, deep down, he would not think that Li Yuan could be compared to the chief of his own Martial Hall.
“Resources?” Wan Qinghe shook his head in secret, his eyes scanning the distant light screen.
Clearly written on it were the various kinds of auxiliary cultivation resources that Li Yuan had purchased from the Martial Hall over the last half year.
Very ordinary.
As for fate? In Wan Qinghe’s view, Li Yuan, who stayed in the city every day, neither went to some mysterious Star Realm nor to Feixing, couldn’t have had any great fortune.
Really thought it’s like a novel?
“So, it’s only talent left.” Wan Qinghe reflected in private, “Old Fei was right after all, a jade among stones… Li Yuan truly has such qualities.”
“Indeed, a discerning eye.”
When the outer shell of stone reveals itself, the true jade emerges.
However.
Wan Qinghe also felt a considerable pride in his heart, that such a talent was ultimately one he had unearthed himself.
If Li Yuan really were to achieve great things in the future, he too would take pride in it.
“Live combat sparring?” Wan Qinghe pondered, instantly coming up with an idea.
“Yes, let’s do that,” he decided inwardly.
Following that.
Wan Qinghe spoke: “Open V-Chat, and call Old Fei.”
“Yes, Master,” the assistant AI’s voice sounded.
…Soon, Fei Qian received a call from Wan Qinghe.
Wan Qinghe reported fully on Li Yuan’s recent development, mainly from the invitation event to the April assessment growth.
And he particularly emphasized that he played an important guiding role in the growth process of Li Yuan, thanks to the wise directions of old Fei.
“You’ve done well, Qinghe,” the robed elder Fei Qian said with a smile in the video.
His way of addressing Wan Qinghe had changed.
Clearly, he was very pleased.
“It’s all thanks to following the instructions Old Fei gave before, I have always been fully supporting Li Yuan,” Wan Qinghe said with a smile.
“You did well,” Fei Qian smiled in response.
The two were lifting each other in turn.
“I just looked at your investigation report too, he actually used ‘Purify Body and Marrow’ three times within a month, truly crazy,” Fei Qian said with some emotion, “Even a Prime Warrior might not be able to bear that kind of pain, right?”
“That a seventeen-year-old youth could hone such terrifying willpower…”
“…is what enabled his body to evolve at such a high speed,” Fei Qian continued analyzing, “Even so, to be able to improve so much within a month, his physical talent is also terrifying.”
Wan Qinghe listened seriously to the other’s ‘nonsense’.
“Worthy of Old Fei, I didn’t think so much,” Wan Qinghe concluded.
“Is this new cultivation plan of his set by Kunlun Martial University?” Fei Qian inquired.
“Yes,” Wan Qinghe nodded.
“A bunch of madmen,” Fei Qian shook his head, “I suspect they never considered Li Yuan’s ability to endure when setting up this cultivation plan.”
Wan Qinghe was speechless; the other party was Kunlun Martial University, known to be above the Martial Hall when it came to training plan strategies for talents.
“Here’s what we’ll do.”
“In three days, I’ll return to Jiang City,” Fei Qian instructed, “Bring Li Yuan to me, I want to see him.”
“Yes,” Wan Qinghe replied respectfully.
Wan Qinghe understood in his heart that Fei Qian couldn’t resist stepping in personally to offer guidance (plucking the peach) to Li Yuan.
After hanging up the phone.
“He really won’t take action until he sees the rabbit,” Wan Qinghe muttered to himself, “As soon as the peach is nearly ripe, he wants to pick it.”
“No wonder he’s been able to sit firmly as the city’s Hall Master for twenty years.”
“Not only does he have a discerning eye, but he also has the stamina,” Wan Qinghe muttered, “By comparison, my cultivation is still not deep enough, I need to continue to learn.”
“Flying Heaven, change the memo name of ‘Old Fei’ to ‘Old Fei Worthy of My Learning’.”
“Yes, Master,” the assistant AI responded.
…
Noon.
Jiangbei Martial Arts University, in a classroom within the main base for war, Professor Ming looked at the message coming through the screen and sighed.
“Why do you sigh, Teacher?” The man in the black suit next to him couldn’t help but ask, “Didn’t you have high hopes for Li Yuan before? His good exam scores only prove your good judgment, right?”
“What’s the use of good judgment?”
Professor Ming glanced at the man in the black suit, “If his scores were a little worse, and he didn’t reach the national line in the entrance exam, we might have had a chance to pick up a bargain.”
“Then, our Jiangbei Martial Arts University might have been able to produce another Flying Heaven Warrior in the future.”
“Now?” Professor Ming shook his head.
“Shall we send some more stuff? To become closer?” the man in the black suit couldn’t help but say.
“Idiot!”
“Won’t Kunlun Martial University and Starfire Martial Hall cultivate him with all their might? Does he need these few resources?” Professor Ming shook his head, “Approaching now, will only make Li Yuan think we have ulterior motives and instead arouse his wariness.”
“We can only hope.”
“During the previous invitation event, our Jiangbei Martial Arts University left a good impression on Li Yuan, and since our university is also his hometown university…”
…
Afternoon, Starry Sky Guanshan Sub Hall.
“Vice Hall Master Lu, you wanted to see me?” Song Yi, dressed elegantly, stepped into Lu Huai’s office.
“Vice Hall Master Song, please sit,” Lu Huai, in his martial attire, was slowly practicing punches, speaking in the meantime, “I called you here to discuss a matter with you.”
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“Speak,” Song Yi said earnestly.
Whether in the Starfire Martial Hall or the Starry Sky Martial Hall, every level of Hall Master, the Chief Hall Master has much more power than the Vice Hall Master.
“There is some news about Li Yuan that you might want to know about,” Lu Huai said.
The expression on Song Yi’s face changed slightly.
Again?
Over the past six months, she had lost count of how many times she had heard the name Li Yuan and because of this, she had already been reprimanded three or four times.
“Vice Hall Master Lu, didn’t you say a month ago that this matter would stop there?” Song Yi couldn’t help but speak up.
“Finish reading this first,” Lu Huai frowned.
Ding~ A screen of light condensed, displaying a large amount of text describing the recent situation of Li Yuan.
And.
The potential grade assessment given by an “Inspection Envoy from Jiangbei Province” of the Starry Sky Martial Hall for Li Yuan.
Skipping the details.
But the final conclusion of the report completely changed Song Yi’s complexion.
“Based on current performance and age analysis, can be identified as A+ level, but the growth rate over the past year has been extremely rapid, completely on par with S+ level, comprehensive assessment: S- level.”
Whether S+ level or S- level, both belong to S level.
“Do you understand now?” Lu Huai sighed.
Song Yi nodded unavoidably.
An Inspection Envoy is an extremely special position in the Martial Hall, mainly responsible for supervising the Martial Halls at all levels and reviewing whether the Hall Masters of each level fulfill their duties diligently.
Broadly speaking, they have tremendous power and can reach the highest authorities.
Narrowly speaking, they have no power to decide verdicts, and even if they discover violations, they must await judgments from higher-level Martial Halls.
“The triennial Hall Master assessment is coming up soon,” Lu Huai glanced at Song Yi and sighed: “In these three years working with me, your performance in other aspects of work is satisfactory and quite diligent, and you haven’t fallen behind in your training, but with regards to this matter involving Li Yuan, you have indeed lost quite a few points.
I’m worried that once this inspection report is submitted, you won’t pass the final assessment.”
Song Yi clenched her teeth.
Failing the triennial major assessment meant she would face punishment and lose significant benefits.
“Hall Master, where did you get this inspection report from?” Song Yi couldn’t help but ask.
She knew in her heart that if she wanted to pass the review, she must have the content of this inspection report ‘optimized’ somewhat.
Calling her over was definitely not out of kindness to inform her.
“I was having lunch with this Inspection Envoy at noon, and he casually mentioned the report, saying it wasn’t complete and wanted to discuss it with me, to seek my opinion,” Lu Huai said with a smile: “Given our relationship, I naturally have to consider your situation.”
Song Yi’s heart seethed with anger, clearly understanding Lu Huai’s implications.
“Vice Hall Master Lu,” Song Yi said in a low tone, “as long as I pass the assessment, I will definitely obey your orders for the next three years.”
She could only lower her head.
“I’m afraid that’s still not enough.”
Lu Huai finally showed his fangs, grinning: “I tried to reason, but that Inspection Envoy still thinks you look quite presentable and are more suitable for reception and publicity work. He suggested that the contract reviews and financial tasks you are in charge of could be set aside for now.”
“What do you think, Hall Master Song?” Lu Huai stared at Song Yi.
In the three years since he took office, Lu Huai had long coveted the financial authority of the Starry Sky Guanshan sub-hall.
Unfortunately, he had never found the opportunity.
Song Yi’s complexion completely changed, and she suddenly stood up, staring fiercely at Lu Huai: “Vice Hall Master Lu, are you really intent on pushing me to the brink?”
“It’s just one week until the assessment,” Lu Huai smiled.
“Hmph!”
“Then please have this Inspection Envoy submit the report. I don’t believe that because of Li Yuan, I can’t pass the assessment,” Song Yi scoffed, turning around to leave.
Bang~ The door slammed shut violently.
“So stubborn!”
Lu Huai picked up his teacup, smiling: “This is really good tea, a pity it’s still too hot, needs to cool down before I can drink it.”
…
“Threatening me?” Song Yi returned to her office and angrily threw her cup.
Bang! Bang!
The batch of teacups she had just purchased shattered quickly, ending their brief mission of venting anger.
“Stay calm!”
“Calm down,” Song Yi urged herself to stay calm: “I must get past this barrier.”
“I must find a way.”
Song Yi quickly pondered: “Cooperate with Lu Huai? No! That guy is a smiling tiger. If I back down today, then forget about holding my head high again.”
“Even after this, he can still use the matter with Li Yuan to suppress me.”
“Then I would really become his puppet on strings!” Song Yi was stubborn by nature.
She would rather resign and apply to become a ‘Star Realm Martial Artist’ than endure this indignity.
“So there are only two paths.”
“On one hand, I should ask my esteemed seniors for help,” Song Yi muttered to herself, knowing that she had supporters behind her rise to the position of Vice Hall Master.
“On the other hand.”
“The person who tied the bell can also untie it,” Song Yi understood the key point: “Li Yuan.”
“I must have him join me in staging a play.”
Song Yi thought for a moment and began contacting Wan Qinghe.
Although the two great Martial Halls competed, they were part of the same district, and their high-level executives naturally had ways to contact each other.
…
About the disputes triggered by himself, Li Yuan was unaware.
In the afternoon.
As usual, Li Yuan went to the Martial Hall, waiting for the new ‘actual combat sparring’ and preparing for today’s combat training.
But soon, Li Yuan was greeted by another familiar face.
“Lord Wan?” Li Yuan was astonished: “Where is Coach Wu?”
“He had something else and asked for leave at the last moment,” Wan Qinghe said with a smile: “Today, I’ll be the one to spar with you in actual combat.”
“You?” Li Yuan’s eyes widened.
“What, you think I’m not qualified?” A hint of displeasure appeared on Wan Qinghe’s face.
“No,” Li Yuan shook his head quickly.
After a two-second silence.
“Hall Master, you’re too expensive, I can’t afford it, maybe we should switch to someone cheaper?”
“Unless, you’re willing to give me a discount!”