143: Chapter 143 Trial Tower, Bai Lulu's skills are superior, school starts.

The two rested for a while, then entered the blue-gray "Trial Tower" one after another.

The challenge mode of the "Trial Tower" is different from that of the "Combat Power Tower".

The "enemies" or "levels" inside focus more on technique, reaction, and the understanding and application of "Combat Technique".

Everyone's physical foundation is leveled, so the competition relies on whose "Combat Technique" is more exquisite, whose application is more flexible, and whose strategy is smarter.

This time, the battle situation reversed.

Qiao Shiyu's style of strong attacks and fast strikes saw her advantage weakened once physical conditions were standardized.

Facing certain levels that required exquisite control or special techniques to overcome, she appeared somewhat impatient and struggled.

Although she still reached a high level thanks to the power of her "Rending Wind Claw" at "Minor Achievement", her score was clearly affected.

Final score: 1 point.

As for Bai Lulu, her "Flowing Cloud Steps" shone brightly in the "Trial Tower"!

Many levels tested footwork and adaptability; she handled them with ease, even using her footwork to create some ingenious ways to solve them.

Her fine control over "Combat Technique" and her understanding of the battle situation were better reflected under the standardized conditions.

In the end, her score settled at: 1.05 points!

With a slight advantage, she surpassed Qiao Shiyu!

When the two exited the "Trial Tower", the situation had completely reversed.

"Little Bean, did you see that?"

"Technique and wisdom are the fundamentals! What's the use of just brute force?"

Bai Lulu crossed her arms, her face recovering that lazy and confident smile.

She returned the "taunt" from just a moment ago exactly as it was.

Qiao Shiyu's little face flushed red, and she stomped her feet in anger:

"You... you just took a shortcut! If you're so capable, let's have another round in the 'Combat Power Tower'!"

"Bring it on! You think I'm afraid of you?"

"Wait! Let's do the 'Trial Tower' first!"

"Why should I?"

The two were quarreling again in the virtual plaza.

They argued endlessly about whether the "attack style" or the "technique style" was stronger, both feeling that they were the more excellent one.

"Really... they can't be still for even a moment."

Shen Youqing shook her head helplessly, though her eyes were full of smiles.

"This is what makes it interesting."

Su Yingxue was eating snacks, watching with great interest.

"Loving and killing each other, progressing together—what a great dynamic."

After coming out of the virtual pods, the two, unsurprisingly, continued their "war" from the virtual world in reality.

One moment they were arguing about the "Combat Power Tower" scores, the next about the "Trial Tower" scores; neither would submit to the other, and the fuss was endless.

"My 'Combat Power Tower' score is definitely higher than yours!"

"My 'Trial Tower' score is truly well-deserved!"

"Attack is the only hard truth!"

"Brainless brute!"

"You're the one taking shortcuts, you coward!"

Lin Yun, Su Yingxue, and the others stood to the side, watching the two bicker, all of them amused.

Su Yingxue said with a smile:

"Alright, alright, you two. One has a higher 'Combat Power Tower' score, the other a higher 'Trial Tower' score; it's still a draw, so what is there to argue about?"

"In the future, just follow your husband and "Cultivate" well, improve your weaknesses, and then you can determine the winner the next time you challenge each other, right?"

Shen Youqing also chimed in with a smile:

"Exactly. You are both at the "Second-Rank Martial Artist" level, and you'll have plenty of opportunities to compete in the future. Why argue back and forth over these scores?"

But Qiao Shiyu and Bai Lulu couldn't listen at all.

They kept arguing heatedly, their faces full of defiance, yet also carrying a touch of charm, which made everyone find them even cuter.

In the "Tianyun Martial Arts Hall", the sound of their arguing echoed in the air, mixed with the laughter of the others, making it very lively.

...

Time passed in a flash.

The day for the opening of "Tianshui Martial Arts University" arrived as scheduled.

The morning sun pierced through the clouds and shone onto the magnificent university campus.

Colorful flags fluttered on both sides of the main road, and new students wearing uniform school attire could be seen everywhere.

Their faces were full of youthful innocence and longing, walking in groups of two or three, whispering about their expectations for the future.

Tens of thousands of new students gathered in the open-air plaza in the center of the school.

It was crowded with people, bustling with noise and excitement.

The air was filled with the vigor of youth and the sharp aura of "Martial Artist".

Lin Yun stood in the ranks of new students with his five beautiful wives and Qiao Shiyu and the others.

Wu Qingya was not a new student, just returning to school, so she was not in the ranks.

Qiao Shiyu still couldn't hide her charm in her school uniform, occasionally standing on tiptoe to look around.

Bai Lulu stood tall, her face carrying a touch of tsundere.

Qiao Feifei followed closely by Qiao Shiyu's side, curiously looking around.

Lin Yun stood beside them, his gaze calmly watching the high platform in front of the plaza, but with a hint of anticipation hidden in his eyes.

He had long heard that the principal of "Tianshui Martial Arts University" was the top "Martial Artist" on "Minglu Planet", and today he finally had the chance to see him.

Not long after, the noise in the plaza gradually subsided, and everyone's eyes converged on the sky above the plaza.

A figure descended from the sky, robes fluttering, surrounded by majestic pressure that swept across the entire scene like Mount Tai pressing down.

Tens of thousands of new students instantly held their breath, not even daring to breathe loudly.

Their bodies were stiff, and they almost lacked the courage to even look up.

That pressure was heavy and sharp, far exceeding the scope of a "Second-Rank Martial Artist", making people feel awe from the bottom of their hearts.

"It's the principal! A Fourth-Rank Martial Artist!"

Someone in the crowd exclaimed in a low voice, instantly igniting everyone's emotions.

Yet no one dared to make a loud noise, only able to stir up turbulent waves in their hearts.

Lin Yun's heart was beating "thump, thump, thump" rapidly, his eyes full of excitement and awe, staring intently at the figure on the high platform—a Fourth-Rank Martial Artist!

This was the highest-ranked "Martial Artist" on "Minglu Planet".

On the entire "Minglu Planet", those who could reach the fourth rank were few and far between, only a few dozen people.

As for the "Realm" above the fourth rank, one could only see it by going to the Imperial Star.

On the high platform, the principal's gaze slowly swept across the entire audience, his voice thick and powerful, reaching every corner of the plaza.

He mainly urged the new students to cherish their university time, "Cultivate" diligently, and strive to improve themselves.

Strive to become a top "Martial Artist" as soon as possible, to bring glory to the "Empire", glory to the school, and glory to "Minglu Planet".

The principal's words were few but every word was resonant, carrying the demeanor and responsibility of a Fourth-Rank Martial Artist.

All the new students listened with boiling blood, their hearts filled with fighting spirit.

The opening ceremony ended very quickly.

The principal moved, once again turning into an afterimage, disappearing into the sky.

That majestic pressure also dissipated along with him.

A moment later, the whole place erupted into thunderous applause.

Cheers and shouts rose one after another, echoing over the plaza for a long time.

It was both awe for the principal and expectations for their own futures.

After the ceremony, the new students were led by different teachers to their respective areas according to their cultivation levels.

Lin Yun, Qiao Shiyu, and Bai Lulu were at the "Second-Rank Martial Artist" level, so they followed the same teacher.

Su Yingxue and the others followed another.

Lin Yun and the two followed behind a middle-aged teacher dressed in a gray teacher's uniform with a steady temperament.

Passing through the lively campus, they arrived in front of a building that was silver-gray all over.