While the entire class was still in shock,
Jiang Yuan didn't even glance at Huang Yi on the ground and said to Zhang Yiming,
"Teacher Zhang, the college entrance exam isn't far off. I'd like to ask for leave to Cultivate at home."
Zhang Yiming snapped back to reality and nodded, "Y-yes, you can."
Jiang Yuan nodded and walked out of the classroom.
Only after he left did the students in the classroom behind him react, and the room instantly erupted.
"What's going on with Jiang Yuan? How did he suddenly become so strong? Didn't he have E-Rank Talent?"
"Did he take some kind of tonic?"
"His family can't afford tonics, can they?"
"Seriously, what's the situation? His Talent and Qi and blood are both inferior to Huang Yi's, yet he instantly killed Huang Yi. I can't figure it out."
"Chen Hao, do you know?"
"Ah... I, I don't know." Chen Hao gave a bitter smile.
...
Sitting on the maglev train home, looking at the familiar scenery outside the window, Jiang Yuan felt an unprecedented clarity and lightness.
Original Talent, Divine Rank Job Transfer, it felt just like a dream.
But the surging power within his body constantly reminded him:
This wasn't a dream.
It was real!
"Become a powerful individual, a great figure renowned in all directions, and allow my parents to live a stable and prosperous life."
These dreams Jiang Yuan once had were no longer out of reach!
"You have a new message, meow."
His wristband vibrated, and his intelligent assistant, Little Black Cat, sent a reminder.
Jiang Yuan tapped it open and saw it was from his father.
Jiang Damu: "Son, have you been working hard at school lately? How was today's Job Transfer Awakening?"
It seemed his father was also very concerned about this matter.
Jiang Yuan could feel his apprehension even through the screen.
If he were to tell him,
that he had awakened a Talent above SSS-Rank and transferred to a mythical-Rank profession that had no records, he would probably faint on the spot.
Jiang Yuan smiled, still deciding to lie.
"I awakened E-Rank Talent and transferred to an Assassin."
After quite a while,
his father sent a message.
"E-Rank Talent is a bit poor, but don't be discouraged. The strength of a Martial Artist isn't solely dependent on Talent."
"The college entrance exam is coming soon, so don't slack off. Make sure to use this last period to thoroughly hone your physique and Cultivate Martial Skills."
"Your father got paid today and transferred some money to your card. Use it to buy some Vicious Beast meat to supplement yourself."
"You're at an age where you're growing, and your Qi and blood are surging. Don't be reluctant to spend it; spend what you need to, and if it's not enough, ask your father for more."
Jiang Yuan felt warmth in his heart.
"Okay, I understand. Dad, you also be careful."
Jiang Damu replied quickly: "Mm, your father knows, don't worry (●'◡'●)"
Jiang Yuan chuckled softly.
He even uses emoticons... Dad must have learned it online again.
Oh, right, I also need to tell Mom.
......
Back home,
his aunt and cousin hadn't returned yet.
Jiang Yuan locked himself in his room, opened his attribute panel, and opened the reward treasure chest for clearing the Tower of Trials.
[You opened the treasure chest and obtained the auxiliary skill: Appraisal]
[Obtained rare equipment: crimson bracers]
[Obtained Contract Soul Beast Egg * 1]
Jiang Yuan clicked to view.
Appraisal (Active Skill): Can appraise the detailed attributes of un-bound equipment, Vicious Beasts, and items. Cooldown: Ten minutes.
crimson bracers (Rare Equipment): Attack +15, Defense +10, Attack Speed increased by 20%.
Contract Soul Beast Egg: After hatching, you can obtain a Soul Beast that is Soul-bound to you. It will level up as your Rank increases. Current hatching time required: 50 days.
"Not bad."
Jiang Yuan put on the crimson bracers and nodded in satisfaction.
A rare piece of equipment on the market is worth millions. The Appraisal skill can only be mastered by those who transfer to the Appraiser profession. Some transferred Martial Artists even have to pay a special fee to find an Appraiser to appraise their equipment and Materials, making it a very sought-after profession.
As for the Contract Soul Beast Egg, he placed it in his System inventory, waiting for it to hatch, to see if it could give him a surprise.
Jiang Yuan sat cross-legged on the bed, stroking his chin, contemplating what to do next.
1. Killing monsters to level up and become stronger is the fastest shortcut for Jiang Yuan, and he can also hone skills and experience through combat. However, entering abysses and dungeons requires becoming a Martial Practitioner (One-Rank).
2. Self-Cultivate, using potions and exercise to increase Qi and blood, slowly becoming stronger.
"In any case, I still have to become a Martial Practitioner (One-Rank) first."
"But normal Cultivation is too slow."
"Buying gene potions that increase Qi and blood... that's not an option either, they're too expensive."
Jiang Yuan, who was deep in thought with his arms crossed, had a flash of inspiration, and his eyes lit up.
Got it!
Cultivation Methods!
Besides killing monsters to level up, other ways to become stronger are:
Body Tempering Methods, Breathing Methods, and Visualization Methods!
These three represent the essence, Qi, and Soul of the human body, constantly breaking through limits to allow the life Realm to evolve higher!
The Body Tempering Methods on the market are diverse, and every private Martial Arts school has a Body Tempering Method as its signature, which can be learned by paying money. Generally, the Rank will not be too high.
Breathing Methods and Visualization Methods for Cultivating the spirit are very expensive, and Advanced ones are rare on the market, generally not taught to outsiders.
And what the Martial Arts school provides, besides basic Martial Skills used for Cultivating Martial Arts techniques, also includes the basic Breathing Method for training Qi and blood – Flowing Water Breathing Method, and the basic Body Tempering Method – Immovable Rock Body Tempering Method.
Being basic is not a bad thing; it means simplicity, few restrictions, low difficulty, and easy to get started. It is also recognized as the most suitable for the general public to Cultivate, and it's perfectly fine to switch after becoming a Martial Artist.
"I can't afford to buy them, but I was able to comprehend basic Martial Skills to the perfect Rank in just a few moments."
"Perhaps I can also gain insight from the basic Breathing Method and Body Tempering Method, and use Supreme Analysis to create the Cultivation Method most suitable for me?"
The more Jiang Yuan thought about it, the brighter his eyes became.
No sooner said than done.
Jiang Yuan took a deep breath, leaned back, lay on the bed, looked at the ceiling, gathered his spirit, and gradually entered a state. His brown-black pupils also gradually turned into strange and dazzling iridescent colors.
[Ding! You used Supreme Analysis, comprehending the profound mysteries of Body Tempering. Immovable Rock Body Tempering Method proficiency +100]
[Immovable Rock Body Tempering Method proficiency +100]
...
[Beep, your Immovable Rock Body Tempering Method has reached Minor Achievement!]
...
[Beep, your Immovable Rock Body Tempering Method has reached Major Achievement!]
...
[Beep, Immovable Rock Body Tempering Method has reached the perfect Realm!]
...
From Minor Achievement to perfect, it took less than three minutes!
Jiang Yuan's comprehension and deduction continued.
[Your understanding of Body Tempering Method deepened]
[Your understanding of Body Tempering Method deepened]
[You comprehended the essence of Body Tempering and began to create the Body Tempering Method most suitable for you. Current progress: 1%]
[You comprehended the essence of Body Tempering and began to create the Body Tempering Method most suitable for you. Current progress: 2%]
...
After an unknown amount of time, the sky darkened.
[After six hours and thirteen minutes, you have completed all deductions]
[Analyzing the basic Breathing Method, comprehending the essence of breathing. The basic Breathing Method has Advanced to SSS-Rank Breathing Method – Immortal Body Tempering Method]
Hearing the System voice in his mind,
"Finally... it's done."
The iridescent light in Jiang Yuan's eyes faded, his physical strength and mental energy could no longer hold on. He closed his eyes and fell asleep.
Tao Yufeng, his aunt, returned home late at night, dragging her tired body, carrying groceries.
"I'm home."
"There were too many patients today. Are you hungry?"
"Xiao Yuan?"
Seeing no movement, Tao Yufeng came to the room, pushed the door open for a peek, saw Jiang Yuan lying on the bed, gently closed the door, then went to the kitchen, tied on her apron, and began to cook.
"We're back."
A clear female voice rang out as a sweet-looking girl with a single ponytail entered the house.
"Mom, is Brother Yuan back? How was his Awakening?"
"Shh, lower your voice, he's asleep. He must be tired from training. Let's ask him tomorrow."