43: Chapter 43 Qingwu University, A New Beginning

In the past few days, Lin Yuan did not go to the Crimson Forest to cultivate again. Haste makes waste; occasional rest and work balance is also necessary.

Lin Yuan went to meet his good buddy Huang Dongdong. Huang Dongdong had taken the liberal arts college entrance exam and scored quite well, preparing to apply to a liberal arts university in Rongcheng.

When Jiang Sheng learned that Lin Yuan had chosen Qing University, he also decided to apply to Qing University; with his scores, there was no problem at all.

As for Li Meng, she chose a key university in Modu; her scores were still a bit short for top-tier universities.

In the following days, Lin Yuan declined several entrepreneurs who came to present gifts. Zhao Yan was actually right: they offered houses, cars, and all sorts of things.

Lin Yuan refused them all, as favors are hard to repay...

Afterward, Lin Yuan visited Qi Tianheng and Zhao Yan, as well as his teachers Tang Weiguo, Du Feng, Wu Ze, and others.

After a few days of leisurely living, Lin Yuan felt it was time to continue on the path of cultivation, so he decided to head to Qing University early.

As one of the Four Great Sacred Academies, Qing University's cultivation environment and resources were second to none in Great Xia; it would certainly be much faster than staying in Spring City for improvement.

After settling his family and leaving them a large sum of money, Lin Yuan finally set off for Qing University.

Early in the morning, Jiang Sheng was already waiting at Lin Yuan's door. He heard Lin Yuan was going to the academy early and wanted to go with him.

The two quickly boarded the high-speed train bound for the Capital. Once on the train, Lin Yuan closed his eyes to rest.

Spring City was not far from the Capital; the high-speed train only took a little over an hour to arrive.

Jiang Sheng didn't disturb him and sat next to him, playing on his phone.

There were also many students in the carriage who were heading to school early. Everyone was very excited; they were about to enter the higher education institution of their dreams, and they couldn't help but feel thrilled.

What these students talked about the most was the recently concluded Martial Arts Examination, and naturally, Lin Yuan became the focus of their discussion.

'Brother Yuan, listen to this, you have quite a few fans. Just by participating in the Martial Arts Examination, you’re almost a top-tier celebrity, haha ---,' Jiang Sheng teased.

Hearing this, Lin Yuan just pulled up the hood on his back over his head and continued to circulate his breathing technique to cultivate.

Although he had a system, effort was equally important. Through the breathing technique, he could enhance the intensity of the spiritual energy within his body, slowly raising his Martial Arts Level and combat power.

Although it wasn't as fast as improving using ability points, Lin Yuan was very clear on the principle of 'constant dripping wears away the stone.'

Even though he had an advantage, he still felt a sense of crisis, especially the wooden sword he carried on his back, which reminded him of the gap between himself and true geniuses.

...Soon, the train arrived at the Capital Station. Lin Yuan had already contacted the Director of Admissions at Qing University, Li Cangfeng, in advance. Li Cangfeng would send a car to pick him up at the station.

Exiting the station, Lin Yuan saw Li Cangfeng from a distance. He was standing next to an SUV bearing the Qing University emblem, waving in their direction.

'Look! A Qing University car. Is that here to pick up New Students?' a person who looked like a student said in surprise.

'It really is a Qing University car. Who is that person—Wow, that’s Director Li from the Qing University Admissions Office, a Grandmaster Expert!' another student recognized Li Cangfeng.

'Yes, there is Director Li’s profile on Qing University’s official website. He actually came to the station personally to pick up a New Student. I wonder who has such prestige to make a Grandmaster Expert like Director Li come personally?'

'Could it be that he’s picking up the child of some high-ranking official?'

'A high-ranking official? Heh heh—do you think a Grandmaster Expert cares about high-ranking officials?'

Just as everyone was discussing animatedly, Lin Yuan walked directly toward Li Cangfeng, shook his hand, and then he and Jiang Sheng got into Li Cangfeng's car.

'Look quickly, the person Director Li is picking up has appeared!'

'Wow, that person looks so familiar; I’ve definitely seen him, I just can’t recall right now.'

'Are you an idiot? Isn't that Lin Yuan, the national top scholar Lin Yuan! I actually rode the same train as Lin Yuan; I am so honored!'

'It really is Lin Yuan. Perhaps only a super genius of Lin Yuan’s caliber can make a Grandmaster Expert pay such close attention,'

The crowd was still discussing animatedly after seeing Li Cangfeng’s car drive away.

...'Lin Yuan, I thought you would wait until the official start of the semester to come to the academy,' Li Cangfeng said with a smile in the car.

'I’ve been handling some matters recently, and now I have nothing to do. It’s better to come to the academy early; cultivation is the most important thing, after all,' Lin Yuan said lightly.

'Mm, not bad. Good talent and hardworking too. I think highly of you,' Li Cangfeng nodded in approval.

'Brother Yuan, you really don't leave anyone else a way out. If you work this hard, how many years will it take for me to catch up to your pace?' Jiang Sheng said helplessly.

'Haha---And who is this student? If you want to catch up to Brother Yuan’s pace, you’ll have to cultivate desperately,' Li Cangfeng laughed heartily.

'Hello, Teacher Li. I am also a New Student at Qing University, Jiang Sheng, Brother Yuan’s classmate and good brother,' Jiang Sheng introduced himself.

'Just a classmate; I’m not familiar with him,' Lin Yuan inserted lightly.

'Brother Yuan, saying that really hurts people's feelings,' Jiang Sheng looked at him aggrievedly.

Hearing this, Lin Yuan immediately moved aside, wearing an expression of disdain.

'Haha---Very good. You are also a genius of Qing University. In the future, if you and Lin Yuan need any help, you can come to me directly.'

Seeing that the two had a good relationship, Li Cangfeng also showed friendliness toward Jiang Sheng.

'Okay, thank you very much, Teacher Li!'

Jiang Sheng quickly expressed his thanks. He knew that Li Cangfeng must be doing this because of Lin Yuan’s influence, but he felt no jealousy; he genuinely admired Lin Yuan from the bottom of his heart.

Not long after, the vehicle arrived at the main gate of Qing University. They looked out the window curiously.

Qing University's main gate was magnificent, solemn, and imposing, giving people a feeling of awe.

Above the huge archway were four large, gilded characters—Qingwu University.

These four characters were vigorous and powerful, filled with an inspiring aura. The name of a Sacred Academy was indeed well-deserved.

'Wow, Qingwu University, it has such presence---' Jiang Sheng said excitedly.

'Mm, very good.'

Lin Yuan clenched his fist. This was the place where he would grow into an Expert in the future.

The vehicle drove to the administrative building. The three got out, and Li Cangfeng took the two to complete their enrollment procedures and receive their student cards.

This student card was very important. Not only was it a symbol of identity, but it also stored important information like academic credits, and it was needed in many places within the academy.

'Roar! Qing University, here we come!' As they came out of the administrative building, Jiang Sheng let out a loud roar, appearing extremely excited.

'Alright, stop roaring. Let’s go to the dorms first, and then familiarize ourselves with the campus,' Lin Yuan patted Jiang Sheng on the shoulder.

'Got it, then Brother Yuan, I’m going to find my dorm first,' Jiang Sheng said as he pushed his suitcase away.

Jiang Sheng’s ability was an A-rank Ice ability, and he was assigned to the Elemental Academy. Since most ability users awakened elemental abilities, the Elemental Academy was a large academy.

It included Gold, Wood, Water, Fire, and Earth. Of course, Ice, Lightning, Wind, Light, Dark, and so on, these also belonged to the Elemental Academy.

Lin Yuan’s Spatial ability was very rare, and he was assigned to the Rare Academy, which contained more than a dozen types of rare abilities.

There were three other large academies: the Beast Academy, the Spirit Academy, and the Enhancement Academy.

As the names suggested, the Beast Academy included ability types related to various beast transformation abilities. The Spirit Academy included ability types related to various mental special abilities.

The Enhancement Academy included ability types that enhanced one's own abilities or enhanced the abilities of others.

Lin Yuan also headed toward the dormitory area of the Rare Academy. This was a new beginning; he had to quickly integrate into the academy and start improving his strength as soon as possible...