27: Chapter 27 Eighth Level of Mortal Transformation! A Glimmer of Hope Arises: Can Medical Expenses Be Cashed Out?

Outside the Martial Arts Bureau, in an alley.

Looking at the trail of blood stretching all the way from here to the entrance of the Martial Arts Bureau, Jiang Yanqiu's eyes were bloodshot, and her fists were tightly clenched.

She didn't dare to imagine how much willpower was needed to crawl so far with a body suffering from such injuries!

What was even more detestable was that such a battle had occurred right next to the Martial Arts Bureau under her watch, yet she hadn't noticed a thing!

This was her dereliction of duty, a failure of the entire Martial Arts Bureau!

"Director, we have reconstructed the general course of events."

"Student Lu purchased a large quantity of blood nourishing pills and came to our Martial Arts Bureau to sign for them."

"Based on our analysis, this cultist had been lurking here for a long time. When Student Lu passed by, the cultist likely wanted to use his blood to recover from his injuries. However, during the process, Student Lu resisted fiercely and successfully counter-killed the injured cultist!"

"According to preliminary testing, the deceased cultist had just broken through to the Tongqiao Middle Stage before his death..."

The female clerk said beside Jiang Yanqiu.

Her voice was somewhat hoarse, clearly not yet recovered from her previous emotions.

"In other words, a hundred martial artists of our Martial Arts Bureau, mobilized in full force, were fooled by a single cultist martial artist."

"He was right under our noses, and we didn't even spare a glance!"

"Resulting in a student who hasn't even taken the Martial Examination falling victim to him! If not for his exceptional strength, he would have become nourishment for that cultist martial artist long ago!"

"A cultist martial artist of the Tongqiao Middle Stage—if he had recovered most of his injuries, the carnage he could have caused is unimaginable!"

"He literally used his own life to clean up your mess!"

Jiang Yanqiu lashed out at her subordinates, venting the anger in her heart.

After that, she ignored them and turned to head back to the Martial Arts Bureau's infirmary.

At this moment, Lu Qingyun was wrapped in bandages like a mummy, leaving only his eyes darting around.

Seeing Jiang Yanqiu enter, he hurriedly blanked his expression.

He stared blankly at the ceiling, looking as if he believed he was ruined and had nothing left to live for.

This scene couldn't help but remind Jiang Yanqiu of how high-spirited he had been the last time she saw him.

The contrast between the two scenes was staggering!

"Don't worry, with your physical talent and healing pills, you will definitely recover completely before the Martial Examination!"

Lu Qingyun glanced at her, a slight glimmer of light appearing in his eyes, but he still lacked his usual vigor.

After all, Jiang Yanqiu also knew that he had spent his entire net worth on purchasing blood nourishing pills.

This action was clearly meant to break through to a higher realm during this period, so as to achieve better results in the Martial Examination.

But now that this had happened, it would inevitably cause him to lose this precious cultivation time!

And right at this moment, another person burst into the infirmary!

It was Principal Mu Mingsheng, who had just received the news!

The moment he saw Lu Qingyun, Principal Mu Mingsheng opened his mouth, clearly not expecting Lu Qingyun's injuries to be so severe!

However, remembering that his opponent was a cultist martial artist of the Tongqiao Middle Stage, he quickly understood.

He immediately understood.

He even felt that if Lu Qingyun weren't a Physical-type Awakened, he would have probably turned into a skeleton by now.

But even so, Principal Mu Mingsheng still put on a furious expression!

He looked at Jiang Yanqiu and questioned her, "Director Jiang, why is there such a massive danger near the Martial Arts Bureau? The Martial Arts Bureau is supposed to be the safest place in all of Jiangcheng, yet my student encountered such a life-and-death crisis right nearby!"

"Don't you... owe me and my student an explanation?"

Even though his cultivation was only at the Aperture-Opening Late Stage, which was far below a powerhouse of the Innate Realm like Jiang Yanqiu!

He wasn't without backing, and besides, this matter was entirely caused by the Martial Arts Bureau's dereliction of duty from start to finish!

This was where his confidence to question a Xiantian Realm expert came from!

"Although the cultist matter is a man-made disaster,"

"our Martial Arts Bureau indeed bears an undeniable responsibility for this. Furthermore, Student Lu killed that cultist martial artist, removing a potential threat for Jiangcheng. I will keep all of this in mind. Naturally, I won't let the victim and hero feel let down!"

Jiang Yanqiu had a solemn expression, without a single trace of the flirtatiousness she had shown before.

She glanced at Lu Qingyun and continued, "The Martial Arts Bureau will fully cover all medical expenses for Student Lu's injuries. In addition, I will deduct a portion from my allowance and that of all the Martial Arts Bureau's martial artists to purchase a hundred blood nourishing pills and one Qi nourishing pill."

"Of course, no matter how many cultivation resources he has, this will still heavily impact his Martial Examination. Therefore... I will give him the spot I hold for the Tianjiao Camp."

"Anyone who enters the Tianjiao Camp, regardless of their final results, is guaranteed admission to at least a Top-tier Martial University!"

Hearing about the Tianjiao Camp, a sharp light flashed in Principal Mu Mingsheng's eyes.

Clearly, he knew what the Tianjiao Camp represented.

He just found it hard to believe that Jiang Yanqiu had the means to directly push someone into the Tianjiao Camp!

"Since that's the case, I will thank Director Jiang on behalf of my student first."

"No need, this is what he deserves."

Jiang Yanqiu shook her head, took one last look at Lu Qingyun, and stood up to leave.

But it was this very look that made her freeze on the spot.

After giving away the spot, she had relaxed quite a bit.

Because of this, she noticed some details she had missed in her previous state of tension.

For example... Lu Qingyun was at the eighth layer of Mortal Shedding!

"The eighth layer of Mortal Shedding?!"

Jiang Yanqiu cried out in surprise, instantly leaning closer to get a better look, fearing it was just her imagination.

A unique, delicate fragrance drifted into Lu Qingyun's nose, and a pair of heavy, soft weights pressing against his arm made him feel extremely uncomfortable.

This exclamation also drew Principal Mu Mingsheng's attention to the change in Lu Qingyun's strength, and his eyes widened instantly as well!

He remembered that when he gave Lu Qingyun the follow-up cultivation technique, this kid was only at the fifth layer of Mortal Shedding!

As soon as he got the technique, he directly skipped three levels?!

Just how profound was his accumulation!

Are Physical-type Awakened really this uniquely blessed?!

"A Physical-type Awakened at the eighth layer of Mortal Shedding, capable of single-handedly fighting to the death against a cultist martial artist of the Aperture-Opening Realm's Middle Stage."

"He has comprehended Saber Intent and possesses multiple Grandmaster-level martial techniques."

"If his injuries can heal faster, he will be fully qualified for the Tianjiao Camp! Perhaps... there's even a sliver of hope for him to contend for the top spots in the end!"

At this thought, Jiang Yanqiu's breathing quickened slightly.

Originally, she had even prepared herself to go through official channels if she failed.

Yet, she never expected to find a silver lining like this!

The person she had only held a sliver of hope for had actually grown so quickly!

What a pity. If not for this accident, her chances of success would have been even greater!

"Time... If I trade for a higher-grade healing pill, he should be able to recover better!"

"I'll go look to purchase one right now!"

Jiang Yanqiu grit her teeth, having already made up her mind to spend a fortune just so Lu Qingyun could recover quickly!

Just then, Lu Qingyun's arm moved slightly.

The strange sensation coming from her generous chest stunned Jiang Yanqiu, and her face flushed red.

However, the words Lu Qingyun spoke next made her completely ignore this minor accident.

"Director Jiang, that healing pill... can it be directly redeemed for cash?"

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