Starry Sky Professional

"Hmm, I’ve reviewed Xiao Fang’s medical report, and there’s not a single issue... There are no hidden injuries in any aspect of his body, and more so, his innate vitality is extremely robust, clearly poised for rapid progress in the Jade State."

Principal Lu Guangming, still bald, held a thermos cup filled with goji berries, his gaze sweeping over Fang Xing's medical report.

Opposite him sat Xia Long looking rather sheepish, and Fang Xing seated earnestly.

"Principal, it was in a moment of urgency that I took him for a check-up... But compared to the school's equipment, your astute vision is indeed unparalleled. Would you care to take another look?"

Xia Long offered a smile.

"Xiao Fang..."

Lu Guangming beamed, "Congratulations, your admission to university is assured."

"Thank you, Principal and teacher... but I aim to secure a top position in the Star League Exams to bring the school glory!"

Fang Xing replied with the demeanor of a model student.

"Very well..."

Lu Guangming took a sip from his goji berry-laden thermos, a gentle smile in his eyes, "Xiao Fang, as a student, it's commendable that you have such ambitions. The school certainly welcomes and encourages this... From what Xia Long mentioned, you wish to learn the 'Great Diamond Prajna Divine Power'?"

"Indeed, ever since Teacher Xia Long spoke of the things at the Vajra Realm, I decided to master the 'Indestructible Vajra Dragon Elephant Art'!"

Fang Xing responded with great zeal.

"Haha, were it any other student, I’d certainly reprimand them for daydreaming. But for you, Xiao Fang, there indeed seems to be a possibility..."

Lu Guangming laughed heartily, though there seemed an air of reminiscence, "However, mastering the Indestructible Vajra Dragon Elephant Art is no simple feat. Even if your constitution excels at cultivating the Dragon Elephant Art and Great Diamond Prajna Divine Power, it’s impossible to merge them within the Jade State... Most martial practitioners can only blend the two after reaching the Sixth Realm of Martial Arts or while achieving Martial Arts Gold Core, laying the foundation for the Nine Revolutions Gold Core. In your case, you might achieve it in the External State. But, one shouldn’t force it..."

As a Martial Arts Gold Core, his insight and perspective were remarkable.

Xia Long listened, feeling a bit resigned himself.

He was precisely an example of someone in the External State who had not mastered this divine art.

"Thank you, Principal, for your guidance..."

Fang Xing understood well that any martial art labeled as a 'Divine Power,' subtly surpassing the S-class, was not so easily mastered.

Even though I have the advantage of a status panel, shouldn't I at least reach the level of Daring Spirit before attempting such things?

‘If we use the terminologies of the cultivation world, Divine Powers are a third-tier power, attainable only by those who have formed a Core or by third-tier great demons...’

‘For a cultivator in the Qi Refining stage to cultivate a Divine Power is nearly impossible unless they are an extremely rare genius who executes a flawless foundation and might have a slight chance.’

‘However, if I could develop a Divine Power at the Daring Spirit stage... even if my realm is not enough, the power I could wield would only be two or three parts of a true Core Formation's might.’

“Hmm... every Friday afternoon, come to the principal's office, and I can guide you on the nuances of cultivating the Dragon Elephant Art and the Great Diamond Prana Force...”

Lu Guangming pondered briefly before making his decision.

‘Is this... old Lu planning to personally tutor me? People like Xia Long can charge thousands per private lesson, and a martial arts Core at the very least would demand twice as much.’

Upon hearing this, Fang Xing's face lit up with excitement: “Thank you, Principal!”

He was fully aware that Lu Guangming was a martial arts Core who still hoped to achieve great things, or else he wouldn't have recruited Gu Yun to their school.

Seeing his talent now surpassing that of Liu Wei and others, Lu Guangming was surely ready to invest more.

‘In other words, even Xia Long can barely teach me now?’

Fang Xing was uncertain if he should feel lucky or regretful.

Nevertheless, having the guidance of a martial arts Core was nothing short of a blessing for him.

Moreover, Lu Guangming was a significant backer!

At least on Chuying Star, he was among the most powerful individuals, ranked even higher than the mayor of Maple Leaf City.

With such a protective figure, even the Prevention Bureau wouldn’t dare act against him without concrete evidence!

‘Wait, why did I suddenly think about this?’

Fang Xing lamented inwardly.

“Very well. I heard from Xia Long that you’ve already grasped the essentials of the Dragon Elephant Art, condensing the Dragon Scale Elephant Armor.

Now that you've broken through the Pure Jade stage, it's clear you won't be satisfied without first experiencing S-rank martial arts.”

Lu Guangming chuckled and abruptly stood up.

At this moment, Fang Xing's hairs stood on end. Standing in front of him was not just any bald middle-aged principal, but a true martial arts Golden Core!

Boom!

From Lu Guangming's body, boundless vitality rose, like a plume of smoke soaring into the sky!

Not only that, a strand of golden radiance appeared from within him, emanating a sense of completeness and immortality, illuminating everything around with brilliant light!

This golden light kept expanding, eventually resembling a golden sun!

‘So powerful... Is this the martial arts Golden Core? Does its aura surpass even that of the Core Formation Master from the Qingxuan Sect?’

Fang Xing was extremely astonished by the sight.

“The Great Vajra Prajna Divine Strength has a central tenet: 'Prajna Paramita,' representing the ultimate wisdom path leading to enlightenment... It transcends the five aggregates and the seven consciousnesses, overcoming all suffering, and reaching a state of true nature and clarity... attaining supreme enlightenment.”

Lu Guangming's voice was like thunder, etching each word into Fang Xing's heart.

No, it was not just a pillar, but a golden mountain column reaching towards the heavens!

Its entire body exuded a golden aura of immortality, carrying an indescribable charm.

“The Vajra can cut through all ignorance and shatter all illusions... Hence, the Great Vajra Prajna Divine Strength is the foremost path of power. Once mastered to the first level, it can double your strength, and in battle, it enhances your combat power! If mastered to the second level, it’s twice as much, and the third level quadruples it!”

With Lu Guangming's explanation, Fang Xing gained a deeper understanding of this S-rank martial art.

Aside from working in conjunction with the Dragon Elephant Skill to greatly augment personal strength, the greatest use of the Great Vajra Prajna Divine Strength lies in its combat amplification!

It can unleash power far beyond one's limits!

Of course, such overwhelming strength requires a physique that surpasses those limits as well, or one might self-destruct before even striking.

That's why the Dragon Elephant Skill serves as the entry and foundation for the Great Vajra Prajna Divine Strength!

“Once you start with this S-rank martial art, it can double your combat power...”

Fang Xing was deeply moved.

After all, such a straightforward and forceful effect is precisely what he likes.

With his current offensive strength, if he were to double it, those below the Foundation Establishment stage would likely find it difficult to withstand even a single strike!

But... one problem quickly surfaced before him.

"Do you understand now?"

Lu Guangming finished his demonstration and returned to the leather chair behind his desk, holding a thermos cup in his hand, lacking the previously powerful aura.

"I didn't quite get it..."

Fang Xing spoke truthfully.

"It's normal not to understand. After all, this is an S-grade martial art. Back then, it took me three years just to barely grasp its basics..."

Xia Long said seriously, "So this S-grade martial art is just for you to look at. Don't waste too much energy on it... the Dragon Elephant Skill is enough to take up your time. This horizontal cultivation can greatly increase your margin for error, giving you a significant advantage in the Hundred Stars Exam."

For a second-year high school student, the most important thing now is the Hundred Stars Exam!

"I understand..."

Fang Xing let out a long breath. He was determined to master this 'Great Vajra Prajna Divine Strength'!

...

A few days later.

Glorious Jiang Manor.

The villa's training grounds.

"Kill!"

Gu Yun, as if possessed by both a god and a demon, wielded the wooden sword in her hand, which surprisingly emitted a brilliant blade light!

The dazzling blade light, like a school of little fish, darted around Fang Xing's entire body.

Yet Fang Xing remained still, leisurely stretching, while the muscles and bones of his entire body resonated in unison. His blood and internal energy consolidated, transforming into a layer of dragon-scaled elephant armor, faintly echoing with the roar of dragons and elephants.

The ghostly sword's blade light struck against the dragon-scaled elephant armor, only to be deflected, unable to leave even the slightest mark.

“I can't take it anymore, you're too tough...”

After finishing a set of sword techniques, Gu Yun tossed away the wooden sword, panting heavily. "Unless you promise to use a real sword next time, let's just forget it..."

She used to enjoy sparring with Fang Xing, but now, seeing how this guy, once a hardworking student with part-time jobs, had surpassed her by breaking into higher levels, left her with a slight annoyance. "You've already surpassed the 'Jade Pure' realm, your internal energy flows endlessly, and you've mastered the Dragon Elephant Technique... Any secrets to it?"

“The secret is persistent and diligent practice...” Fang Xing noticed Gu Yun's slightly pouted lips and flashed a radiant smile. "Of course... the most important thing is my martial prowess!”

“Perhaps... your martial prowess truly surpasses mine...”

It seemed Gu Yun was feeling a bit defeated.

“Uh... how was your winter break?” Fang Xing hurriedly changed the topic.

“Pretty eventful, I went to the black market a few times to gain practical experience... and even busted a few shady shops...”

Gu Yun began her rant.

Fang Xing, however, knew that experts from the Prevention Bureau were surely protecting her; otherwise, such a young girl at the black market would be swallowed whole without a trace left!

During their conversation, Gu Yun casually mentioned the outcome of Fang Xing's fishing plan: "...The black market has quite a few interesting things, especially a type of talisman, similar to the immortal talismans from ancient legends; they take effect when torn... At first, I thought it was some evil deity's item and immediately reported it. But after investigation, it turned out there was no trace of evil deity aura or pollution, very likely a trinket from another universe's civilization..."

The universe is vast and boundless, inhabited by countless races and civilizations.

Even the Federation's master of interstellar taxonomy might not recognize every race and civilization.

For the Prevention Bureau, as long as it's confirmed not to be an evil deity item, the matter concludes there.

It didn't really matter who smuggled those alien items.

‘As expected... they ended up treating it as a product from a particular alien civilization.’

Fang Xing felt a sense of relief.

For him, this might be the best outcome.

Moreover, in the Blue Star Federation, there didn't seem to be any cultivators.

‘Could it be due to the lack of spiritual veins?’ he pondered.

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(End of Chapter)