38: Chapter 38 Qi Condensation and Body Tempering

But they couldn't figure out why Qin Yan, a seed with such outstanding Spear Technique talent, would choose to study under an alchemy grandmaster.

However, since what was done was done, it was not convenient for them to say anything more.

Everyone has their own choices.

Instructor Luo Cheng looked at Qin Yan's figure, his brow slightly furrowed, his heart similarly filled with confusion: "Could it be... this Qin Yan, besides Spear Technique, also has hidden talent in alchemy?"

But this thought flashed by, and he quickly stopped dwelling on it.

A Non-martial artist genius who had already made a choice, and chose a non-mainstream martial path, was no longer worth much attention from a sixth-grade spear expert like him.

Modu University of Martial Arts was never short of geniuses.

After the instructor assignments were completed, next was the class assignments.

Class division was mainly for the convenience of unified theoretical course teaching.

After all, instructors were mainly responsible for personalized cultivation guidance and answering questions. If even basic theory had to be taught one-on-one, the instructors would probably be worked to death.

The nearly a thousand New Students were divided into 20 classes, with an average of about 50 people per class.

The main basis for class division was the current martial arts realm and comprehensive potential assessment.

Martial artists and Non-martial artists were taught separately, covering different theoretical knowledge.

Although Qin Yan's performance in the New Student trial was stunning, his realm as a Non-martial artist was a fatal flaw, and he was ultimately assigned to Class (3).

Class (1) and Class (2) included almost all the martial artists among the New Students.

From Class (3) onwards, they were mainly responsible for teaching Non-martial artist students, with slight distinctions based on potential and trial performance.

After all the procedures ended, the various instructors took their newly recruited students and left the Colosseum one after another.

"Youyou," Xiao Huo instructed Lu Youyou, "go back and rest first.

Regarding your next alchemy practice plan and recent cultivation arrangements, I will send them to your personal terminal shortly."

"Oh oh, I got it, Teacher!"

Lu Youyou nodded obediently in response.

Immediately, like a happy little bird, she ran to Xiao Wangshu's side, who was standing quietly nearby.

The two girls whispered a few words and left the Colosseum together.

"Qin Yan, come with me."

Xiao Huo turned to Qin Yan and said.

"Yes, Teacher."

Qin Yan responded and followed closely behind Xiao Huo.

Master and disciple, one in front and one behind, walked through the broad campus of Modu University of Martial Arts.

After walking for about fifteen minutes, they arrived at a quiet academy area with an ancient architectural style.

At the entrance, on a huge plaque, two large characters were written in a flamboyant style—"Sixth Institute".

Walking into the Sixth Institute, the internal scene was somewhat different from what Qin Yan had imagined.

There weren't many skyscrapers here; instead, it was more like independent courtyards and functional areas.

The entire institute area was divided into several zones: Alchemy Zone, Forging Zone, Array Zone... each zone had a unique architectural style.

They encountered some students on the road wearing the unique clothing of the Sixth Institute.

Upon seeing Xiao Huo, they all stopped and saluted respectfully: "Hello, Instructor Xiao Huo!"

It was clear that Xiao Huo's status within the Sixth Institute was extremely high, and he was deeply respected by the students.

As the two passed the Alchemy Zone, Qin Yan heard voices coming from various alchemy rooms:

"It's done! The Third-Grade qi and blood pill is finally finished!"

"Hahaha, I successfully refined a third-grade pill! I'll go take the Third-Rank Alchemist assessment tomorrow!"

Bang! Failed again... this is already the seventh furnace..."

There were cheers of successful alchemy, sighs after failure, and the loud bangs of exploding cauldrons.

The air was filled with various medicinal fragrances, and occasionally, a burnt smell could be detected.

"This is the public Alchemy Zone."

Xiao Huo explained, "Students can practice basic alchemy here.

Once you start learning alchemy, you will also start from here."

Continuing forward, the environment gradually became quieter.

The alchemy rooms here were clearly more exquisite, with complex array patterns carved on the doors.

"This area is the instructor-exclusive zone."

Xiao Huo stopped in front of an ancient wooden door, "Each instructor has their own independent alchemy room and laboratory."

The door opened automatically, and Qin Yan followed Xiao Huo inside.

The furnishings inside the room were unexpectedly simple and ancient, a contrast to the campus outside which was full of a sense of technology.

In the center of the room stood a half-person-high dark red alchemy furnace.

The furnace body was carved with complex flame cloud patterns, standing on three legs, emitting an ancient and heavy aura.

The lid was tightly closed, yet there was a faint sense of warmth and a light medicinal fragrance emanating from it.

The entire room was filled with a unique fragrance mixed with many medicinal herbs, which was refreshing to smell.

"This is my exclusive alchemy room and resting place in the Sixth Institute."

Xiao Huo pointed casually around the room, "If you have any questions about cultivation or alchemy in the future, you can come here to find me.

I have already granted you permission to enter the Sixth Institute and temporary access to this room through the system."

"Thank you, Teacher."

Qin Yan said gratefully.

"Mhm," Xiao Huo nodded, his expression turning serious, "Now, I will explain to you in detail how to break through and become a martial artist.

This is your most urgent matter right now."

Qin Yan immediately focused his mind and listened with full concentration.

He knew that this would be a crucial lesson on his martial path.

"Becoming a martial artist, the principle isn't complicated to talk about."

Xiao Huo's voice was steady and clear, "First, there are the hardware conditions; your qi and blood value must reach the mortal limit of 99 cal.

You have already met this point."

"Secondly, and the key step, is that you need to learn a 'Body Tempering Martial Art' to highly compress the qi and blood in your body to form a strand of 'Qi'."

Xiao Huo extended his right hand, palm up. His surrounding qi and blood fluctuated slightly, and an invisible but clearly perceptible energy quickly gathered in his palm.

Finally, it formed a pale red stream of air, slowly rotating and jumping above his palm.

"Look closely, this is 'Qi'!

It is the life essence of a martial artist and the source of a martial artist's power!"

"To break through to a martial artist, you must use this strand of Qi to temper the flesh and skin of your entire body.

Once you have tempered the flesh and skin of your whole body once, you have officially stepped into the First Grade Martial Artist realm."

Xiao Huo's tone became serious: "However, I must remind you, the first time you guide 'Qi' to temper your entire body is extremely dangerous!

This 'degree' is very difficult to grasp.

If the Qi is weak, the tempering effect will be poor, and you'll get half the result with twice the effort;

If the Qi is too strong, it's very easy to damage the meridians or even tear the flesh, causing irreparable hidden injuries.

In severe cases, it could directly end your martial arts future!"

"Therefore," he warned solemnly, "when attempting to break through for the first time, you must do so under the supervision of an experienced Middle-grade martial artist instructor!

With an instructor by your side, they can not only guide you in real-time to grasp the rhythm and intensity of the tempering but can also forcefully intervene if you show signs of losing control.

They can channel the chaotic qi and blood, ensuring your life is safe and preventing damage to your foundation."

Although Xiao Huo had the character for "Fire" in his name and was quite direct in some aspects of his personality,

when teaching students, he showed great patience and meticulousness, clearly analyzing the keys and risks of breaking through to a martial artist.

Hearing this, many of the doubts in Qin Yan's heart were suddenly cleared up.

He finally had a clear and complete understanding of how to become a martial artist. It turned out the key lay in "Condensing Qi and Tempering the Body"!

"Considering that your Spear Technique realm has already reached the Third Stage,"

Xiao Huo continued to analyze, "this means your control over power and your understanding of your own body far exceed those of your peers."

"Therefore, choosing a spear-type Body Tempering Martial Art would be more suitable for you.

You'll pick it up faster, understand it more deeply, and the tempering effect will often be better."