21: Chapter 21 Martial Arts School Girl, Chu Lingyan

Hearing the young man's words, Zhou Bai's heart skipped a beat; a single course dared to sell for five billion.

"If you're really that short on star coins, you could set out a bowl at the entrance. I won't say you'll make a fortune, but earning a meal shouldn't be hard!"

Zhou Bai was silent for a moment before speaking to the young man.

After saying that, Zhou Bai ignored the young man and entered the Moon Shadow Martial Arts Hall directly.

The young man froze for a moment, then reacted. "You kid, you're mocking me..."

"Alright, alright, Zheng Feng, don't bicker with a kid!"

Just as the young man was about to rush forward to get even, a middle-aged man beside him held Zheng Feng back.

"Master, I was giving him an opportunity. Learning the perfected Shadow Step for five billion is a huge bargain!"

Zheng Feng said testily.

Zhu Fangtong said indifferently, "That means he lacks the fortune for it; there's no need to mind it!"

"True, that kid must have taken me for a scammer!"

Zheng Feng let out a breath and said slowly.

"Senior Brother, what scammer are you guys talking about?"

As the two were talking, a young girl in a white dress with outstanding temperament and appearance came to their side.

The girl was none other than Zhu Fangtong's daughter, Zhu Yueer.

"Junior Sister, it's like this: I just found a college student and was kindly offering him the course at half price..."

Zheng Feng continued, telling Zhu Yueer about what happened with Zhou Bai.

"That person is quite interesting!"

Hearing Zheng Feng's words, Zhu Yueer chuckled, her cold face lighting up with a smile.

"He doesn't know a good heart when he sees one. Let's go into the Moon Shadow Martial Arts Hall; if he doesn't want it, we'll find someone else for this opportunity!"

Zheng Feng said grumpily.

Zhu Yueer nodded and followed the two into the Moon Shadow Martial Arts Hall.

Inside the Moon Shadow Martial Arts Hall, there were also some goods for sale.

However, more people were there wanting to learn martial techniques or join the Moon Shadow Martial Arts Hall.

"Little brother, go wait in line. The practice rooms are full, don't cut in..."

"Be civilized, this is the Moon Shadow Martial Arts Hall..."

"Little brother, I know you're in a hurry, but everyone is in a hurry. Everyone wants more practice time in the rooms, so just wait your turn properly..."

In front of Zhou Bai, a long line was packed tightly; they were waiting for the practice rooms of the Moon Shadow Martial Arts Hall.

The practice rooms of the Moon Shadow Martial Arts Hall were specifically optimized for learning Shadow Step, so many martial artists would come to these rooms to study it.

"I'm here for the Shadow Step assessment. Please make way!"

Zhou Bai looked at the many martial artists in front of him and said helplessly.

"Oh, oh, so it's for the Shadow Step assessment!"

Hearing this, the martial artists in front finally cleared a path.

The crowd didn't pay much attention to Zhou Bai's words; many people usually came for assessments to check their progress in practicing Shadow Step.

After the crowd cleared a path, Zhou Bai finally went up the stairs to the second floor.

"Young people nowadays are really overambitious. He probably hasn't even reached the entry level of Shadow Step, yet he's here for an assessment..."

"Whatever, we'll know once he takes the assessment. Without enough comprehension, going there is just a waste of time..."

"Yeah, the assessment isn't easy. One slip-up and you'll be breaking bones..."

Watching Zhou Bai enter the second floor, the crowd discussed amongst themselves.

By this time, Zhou Bai had already entered the second floor.

There were far fewer people on the second floor. Those here were mostly core members of the Moon Shadow Martial Arts Hall or those coming for the Shadow Step assessment.

There were also a few high-ranking individuals or powerful top-tier experts who had deeper dealings and cooperation with the Moon Shadow Martial Arts Hall.

"Welcome to the Moon Shadow Martial Arts Hall. How may I help you?"

After Zhou Bai entered the second floor, a sweet-looking girl with a pretty face wearing the Moon Shadow Martial Arts Hall uniform came up to him and asked with a gentle smile.

"I'm here for the Shadow Step assessment!"

Zhou Bai said slowly.

"Alright, please follow me!"

The sweet girl still had a soft smile on her face as she led Zhou Bai to the assessment area.

Many people around heard Zhou Bai's words, but they didn't pay much attention. There were too many people like him every day.

"Student Zhou Bai, there is one person ahead of you being assessed. You'll need to wait until they finish!"

After arriving at the assessment area, the girl said to Zhou Bai.

"It's fine, I'll just wait!"

Zhou Bai nodded.

Then, he arrived at the entrance of the assessment area.

Sitting at the entrance of the assessment area was a tall, stunningly beautiful girl with exquisite features, wearing a white martial arts uniform.

The girl had her hair in a neat ponytail and looked pale. There were several bruises on her arms, seemingly from some violent impact.

Hearing Zhou Bai's movement, the girl lightly raised her head and glanced at him.

However, after only a single glance, she withdrew her gaze.

Seeing such a stunningly beautiful girl, Zhou Bai subconsciously opened the system's inspection function.

"【Name: Chu Lingyan】"

"【Age: 18】"

"【Rank: Third Grade】"

"【Appearance: 96】"

"【Chest Size: B】"

"【Height/Weight: 168cm, 45kg】"

"【Charging Times: 】"

"18, Third Grade. Did she also just awaken her talent recently?"

Seeing the girl's data, Zhou Bai's eyebrows shot up. Only a month had passed since the Awakening Ceremony. To reach Third Grade in such a short time was no simple feat; she was very likely a super genius from the Top Ten.

She might even be an opponent of mine in the Battle of the Dawn.

However, Zhou Bai didn't care too much. He was also a Third Grade, so he naturally wouldn't be overly wary.

Then, Zhou Bai also sat down nearby to wait.

"Dammit, just a little bit more, just a little bit more and I would've passed the assessment!"

Before long, a voice filled with frustration was heard.

Not far away, a yellow-haired youth in a martial arts uniform limped out of the assessment room. There were two bruises on his face, and blood was seeping from his nose.

"Ling Yan, how about we just spend some money to find someone for guidance? This assessment is too hard, and the Battle of the Dawn is starting soon. We don't have much time left!"

After coming out, the youth walked over to the girl's side and said somewhat helplessly.

The girl didn't respond but continued to cultivate with her eyes closed.

"Ling Yan, what's wrong with spending money? Money is also one of our resources..."

The yellow-haired youth seemed long accustomed to the girl's indifference and continued talking to himself.

"Student Zhou Bai, you can go in for your assessment now!"

At this time, the girl from the martial arts hall came up to Zhou Bai and said.

"Wait, dude, we're super geniuses from the Imperial Martial Arts University. Who are you to dare come for an assessment?"

Seeing Zhou Bai, who was about the same age as him, also coming for the assessment, the yellow-haired youth frowned and said with some annoyance.

However, Zhou Bai didn't feel like paying him any mind at all and entered the assessment room directly.

"This person is not simple!"

After Zhou Bai entered the assessment room, the girl, Chu Lingyan, opened her eyes and said slowly as she watched his disappearing back.

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