56: Chapter 56 Breaking the Limits of Convention

"A Body Tempering Martial Art at Major Achievement?!"

As soon as these words were spoken, the sound of sharp intakes of breath echoed all around.

Almost everyone found it hard to accept.

Whether it was Body Tempering Martial Arts or cultivation techniques,

proficiency was usually divided into four levels: Initial Success, Minor Achievement, Major Achievement, and Perfection.

Take the Skin and Flesh Chapter of the Nine Revolutions Golden Body Art that Qin Yan practiced as an example.

Reaching the first revolution was Initial Success, the third was Minor Achievement, the seventh could be called Major Achievement, and the ninth was the realm of Perfection!

Qin Yan had invested almost all of his Skill Points into it, yet he had only barely reached the fourth revolution!

To reach the seventh revolution's Major Achievement realm, it would be extremely difficult to achieve without a month or two of time.

"Senior Sister's Body Tempering Martial Art has actually reached Major Achievement already?

This talent... is simply terrifying!"

Qin Yan looked at the petite figure carrying the giant hammer on the stage, his heart filled with shock.

His little Senior Sister's talent had once again redefined his understanding.

He subconsciously cast his gaze toward the very front at Arena No. 1 and No. 2.

Xiao Wangshu remained in white clothes as white as snow, cold and aloof;

Lu Qingfeng stood holding his sword, steady as a mountain.

When the two of them witnessed Lu Youyou display a Major Achievement-level body tempering light membrane earlier,

although there was a slight flicker of emotion on their faces, they were nowhere near as shocked as the others.

"Could it be... that the Body Tempering Martial Arts of those two have also reached Major Achievement long ago?"

This startling guess couldn't help but surface in Qin Yan's mind.

If that were truly the case, then the strength of the top tier of Modu University of Martial Arts's New Students was likely far more terrifying than he had imagined!

"Lu Youyou wins!

She replaces Sun Kong as third in the grade!"

The referee loudly announced the result.

At the same time, medical staff immediately stepped forward to carry the unconscious Sun Kong away for emergency treatment.

Lu Youyou clapped her small hands and casually placed the giant hammer by the edge of the stage with a 'thud'.

The heavy weight caused even the sturdy stage to vibrate slightly.

She followed Qin Yan's example and began to rest as if no one else were there.

Meanwhile, many students present looked at Lu Youyou's innocent and charming face,

then at the intimidating giant hammer, and finally at Sun Kong, who was being carried away with his fate unknown.

One by one, their faces turned pale, and their throats involuntarily bobbed as they swallowed.

In the future, no matter who they challenged, they absolutely could not challenge this seemingly harmless young girl!

This contrast was far too impactful!

This strength was far too overwhelming!

If Lu Youyou knew what they were thinking right now, she would definitely pout aggrievedly—she was clearly a peace-loving beautiful girl, okay!

After this battle, the subsequent challenges seemed even more dull.

Although students continued to take the stage to try their luck out of unwillingness,

without exception, they all ended in failure.

The barrier of the top ten was indestructible.

Time slowly passed, and when the sun hung directly overhead and no one else stepped up to challenge,

Instructor Lin Jian's figure appeared on the central stage.

His gaze was like lightning, sweeping over the New Students below who wore various expressions.

He spoke loudly, his voice clearly reaching everyone's ears:

"Time's up!

I declare that this month's Monthly Exam is now over!"

"Now, I will announce the final top ten rankings for this year's freshman class!"

As his voice fell, a giant light screen condensed and appeared above the stage, with golden characters shining brightly:

[First Place: Xiao Wangshu]

[Second Place: Lu Qingfeng]

[Third Place: Lu Youyou]

[Fourth Place: Sun Kong (Pending)]

[Fifth Place: Zhao Qingyun]

[Sixth Place: Leng Feng]

[Seventh Place: Su Wan]

[Eighth Place: Li Muyun]

[Ninth Place: Wang Hao]

[Tenth Place: Qin Yan]

Because Sun Kong was unconscious from heavy injuries, his ranking was temporarily reserved.

Instructor Lin Jian added that in the next Monthly Exam,

if anyone could defeat the recovered Sun Kong, they could directly obtain double the academic credits reward equivalent to the original fourth place!

With the list set, some were happy while others were sad.

Qin Yan's name was firmly carved into the tenth position.

As Instructor Lin Jian announced the end of the Monthly Exam,

the tense and fierce atmosphere that had shrouded Martial Arts Arena No. 1 gradually dissipated.

The students began to leave in groups of twos and threes.

Some excitedly discussed the brilliant duels from just now, while others showed unwillingness due to their defeat, secretly resolving to work even harder.

The crowd surged toward the various exits like a flowing tide.

Just as Qin Yan stepped off the stage, a familiar figure came up to meet him.

It was Lu Youyou.

"Not bad, Little Junior Brother!"

Lu Youyou patted Qin Yan's shoulder with a grin, her agile large eyes full of praise.

"That Bald Vajra is considered quite a figure among the New Students, but I didn't expect he wouldn't be your match."

Facing his Senior Sister's straightforward praise, Qin Yan smiled somewhat sheepishly.

He said humbly, "Senior Sister, you flatter me.

My little bit of skill is far inferior compared to yours.

You're the truly amazing one, reaching Major Achievement in your Body Tempering Martial Art and even defeating Sun Kong.

That layer of fiery red light membrane was truly an eye-opener."

"Hehe, we're both amazing!"

Lu Youyou put her hands on her hips and let out a crisp laugh.

Xiao Wangshu, who had been standing quietly to the side, looked at the two of them praising each other, pursed her lips slightly, and remained somewhat silent...

"By the way, Junior Brother,"

Lu Youyou seemed to suddenly remember something and looked at Qin Yan, asking, "The Body Tempering Martial Art you practice is the Nine Revolutions Golden Body Spear, right?"

Hearing this, a flash of surprise crossed Qin Yan's eyes: "Huh? Senior Sister, how did you know?"

He believed he hadn't revealed the specific technique he practiced to many people.

"That's not hard to guess."

Lu Youyou explained, "The Nine Revolutions Golden Body Spear is extremely famous in our Modu University of Martial Arts!

Do you know why?"

She intentionally left him in suspense, and seeing Qin Yan shake his head, she lowered her voice slightly.

With a hint of reverence, she said, "Because our current Principal of Modu University of Martial Arts, back when he was a low-rank martial artist, the main Body Tempering Martial Art he practiced was this Nine Revolutions Golden Body Spear!

It's said that the Principal relied on this method back then."

"To lay an incomparable foundation and eventually climb to the absolute peak step by step!"

"What? The Principal also practiced it?"

Qin Yan's heart jolted. He hadn't expected the martial art he chose to have such a glorious 'resume'.

"Oh, I almost got off track."

Lu Youyou waved her hand and returned to the main topic, "The Nine Revolutions Golden Body Spear is a top-tier Body Tempering Martial Art.

Little Junior Brother, if circumstances allow, I suggest you try your best to cultivate every chapter to the ninth revolution's realm of Perfection."

Qin Yan caught the deep meaning in his Senior Sister's words and asked uncertainly, "Senior Sister, is there... some special mystery within this?"

"Yes!" Lu Youyou nodded affirmatively.

"The reason a top-tier Body Tempering Martial Art can be crowned with the title 'top-tier'"

besides its cultivation effects far exceeding the Exquisite and Common grades,

actually has one most core and important reason—it can guide the practitioner's body to break the limits of convention!"