101: Chapter 11: A series of victories in fierce battles; Hong Shi summons him!

Inside the advanced combat simulation pod,

Zhou Heng's figure was like a tireless combat machine, repeatedly challenging powerful Tier 3 Mid-rank demon beasts.

[Target: Tier 3 Mid-rank Wind Howl Demon Wolf]

[Characteristics: Extreme speed, wind affinity, sonic attacks, cunning and suspicious]

[Skills: Gale Phantom, Wind-Rending Claw, Wolf King's Howl...]

[Weaknesses: Moderate defense, fears powerful imprisonment and mental impact...]

"Speed type? Just right for practicing my domain suppression!" Zhou Heng's eyes were sharp, and the [Annihilation Thunder Domain] instantly expanded!

Dark black wind blades and thunder snakes raged, instantly disrupting the wind trajectories the demon wolf relied on for survival!

The speed the demon wolf took pride in was greatly reduced within the domain!

[Thunder Fury Nine Heavens] exploded out from his spear, the overbearing lightning directly inflicting heavy damage, followed by a precise kill with [Shocking Thunder Break]!

[Kill successful! Annihilation Thunder Domain has a significant restrictive effect on high-speed targets!]

[Target: Tier 3 Mid-rank Ember Flame Howling Tiger]

[Characteristics: Violent strength, fire-type outbursts, tiger's prestige intimidation]

[Skills: Blazing Pounce, Tiger King Cannon, Heaven-Burning Claw...]

[Weaknesses: Slightly poor agility, fears extreme ice and water elements...]

"Strength type? Let's try head-on! Thunder Aura Transformation!" Zhou Heng's strength surged; without dodging, he met the flaming tiger's pounce head-on with [Thunder Fury Nine Heavens]!

Lightning and fire collided, causing continuous explosions!

After the [Annihilation Thunder Domain] continuously weakened its flame power, Zhou Heng seized a flaw and pierced its brain with one spear strike!

[Kill successful! Thunder Fury Nine Heavens' frontal assault power meets the standard!]

[Target: Tier 3 Mid-rank Heaven-Burning Python]

[Characteristics: Highly poisonous, strong constriction force, dual fire and poison cultivation, tenacious vitality]

[Skills: Poison Mist Breath, Flame Python Constriction, Body-Burning Flame...]

[Weaknesses: Seven-inch mark, fears extreme sharpness and purification power...]

"Area-of-effect poison damage plus constriction? Domain, open! Wear it down!" Zhou Heng adopted a hit-and-run strategy, the [Annihilation Thunder Domain] constantly eroding the Heaven-Burning Python's protective fire poison, [Thunder Flash] used to dodge constriction, and [Thunder Fury Nine Heavens] used for long-range strikes on its seven-inch mark!

Finally, under the continuous damage of the domain, the Heaven-Burning Python died of exhaustion.

[Kill successful! Annihilation Thunder Domain's continuous damage and interference effects verified!]

...

Time flew by in one fierce battle after another.

Zhou Heng was completely immersed in the rhythm of combat, constantly adjusting his tactics and utilizing his newly acquired power to the extreme.

From its initial clunkiness, he gradually became proficient at controlling the range and intensity of the [Annihilation Thunder Domain], even attempting to locally strengthen the power of a specific area.

The yuan energy flow of [Thunder Fury Nine Heavens] also became smoother, its power more concentrated, and its consumption reduced.

The [Omniscient Eye] operated at high speed during actual combat,

constantly analyzing various demon beasts' weaknesses, skill wind-ups, and energy flows, making his attacks increasingly precise and ruthless.

After an unknown amount of time, when Zhou Heng once again shattered a simulated Tier 3 Mid-rank "Golden Armored Earth Dragon" with a [Thunder Fury Nine Heavens] strike, he exhaled a long breath of turbid air laced with lightning arcs and stopped his movements.

He had challenged seven or eight different types of Tier 3 Mid-rank demon beasts in a row. Although they were all simulations,

the 10% pain setting and the realistic combat feedback still required high mental concentration and caused significant exhaustion.

He glanced at the time display inside the simulation pod; outside, it was already late at night, with stars dotting the sky.

"That's about enough." Zhou Heng felt his current state.

His mental energy was nearly 80% depleted, but his eyes were exceptionally bright.

Through this series of high-intensity actual combat, he had basically mastered the power of the Spirit Nurturing First Star.

The proficiency of [Annihilation Thunder Domain] and [Thunder Fury Nine Heavens] had also risen from "initial mastery" to the peak of "entry-level," just one step away from "minor accomplishment"!

His actual combat experience had also been greatly enriched.

"Huge harvest!" Zhou Heng nodded with satisfaction and exited the simulation pod.

After paying a significant amount of academic credits, Zhou Heng walked out of the Comprehensive Combat Hall, his body slightly weary but his spirit exhilarated.

The campus late at night was exceptionally quiet, with only the streetlights casting a soft glow.

The night breeze brushed against his face, carrying the fragrance of plants and trees, blowing away the killing intent that clung to him.

As he strolled back, he habitually checked the messages on his tactical watch.

There were several unread messages.

Xiao Jing: "Brother Heng! Awesome! You reached Spirit Nurturing?! Let's go out for drinks to celebrate! (followed by Shi Feng and Ye Linger's cheering emojis)"

Chen Ye: "Congratulations. Combat Hall, practice?"

Ji Cang: "Spirit Nurturing Realm, very good. Let's fight again."

Lu Chenxin: "Congratulations on the breakthrough. Sword Hall, we can spar."

Song Yunle: "Congratulations on the breakthrough. Let's have a meal together another day."

Zhou Heng smiled and replied to each one.

To Xiao Jing and the others: "Tomorrow, I'm tired today, just got out of the simulation pod."

To Chen Ye: "Tomorrow afternoon, see you at the Combat Hall."

To Ji Cang and Lu Chenxin: "Same to you! Wait for me to consolidate a bit, and there will definitely be a fight!"

His friends' congratulations and fighting spirit warmed his heart and filled him with motivation.

Just then, he noticed an unread email labeled [Teacher Hong Yuanhai].

It was sent a few hours ago.

Zhou Heng opened the email.

"Zhou Heng, I hope this letter finds you well. If you have successfully broken through to the Spirit Nurturing Realm, come to my place as soon as you have consolidated your realm. I have matters to discuss. — Hong Yuanhai"

The content of the email was concise, but Zhou Heng could feel the care and importance his teacher placed on him between the lines.

"Master Hong is looking for me?" Zhou Heng's heart stirred. "It seems that after breaking through to the Spirit Nurturing Realm, the teacher has new arrangements or guidance."

He checked the time; it was already late at night, and it wouldn't be appropriate to disturb his teacher now.

"I'll go after I wake up tomorrow." He decided to return to the dormitory to rest well, recover his spirit and yuan energy, and meet his teacher in peak condition.

Back at the dormitory, he took a refreshing hot bath, washing away his fatigue and the "virtual blood scent" left by the simulation battles.

Lying in bed, Zhou Heng didn't fall asleep immediately but instead organized today's gains.

"I've initially mastered the power of the Spirit Nurturing Realm, and [Annihilation Thunder Domain] and [Thunder Fury Nine Heavens] have reached entry-level... Next, it's about persistent effort, constant practice, and optimization, striving for minor accomplishment as soon as possible."

"Master Hong is looking for me... what could it be?

Is it about the National Training Team?

Or... a new cultivation task?

Or... is he going to teach me an even more powerful spear technique?"

As he thought, a wave of intense sleepiness washed over him.

The continuous high-intensity cultivation and actual combat were exhausting for the mind and spirit.

He yawned, closed his eyes, and soon fell into a deep sleep.

Outside the window, the galaxy was brilliant.

The next morning, sunlight spilled across Zhou Heng's face through the window.

He woke up naturally, feeling refreshed and full of energy. Yesterday's fatigue had vanished, and his state had returned to its peak!

He took a deep breath, his eyes flashing with sharp light.

"Time to see the teacher!"