Unstoppable Martial Arts: Starting from Fist Technique Deduction
Chapter 64 - 55: Assessment

Chapter 64: Chapter 55: Assessment

Nine Chapters Space.

"Missing the final part of the Elixir Refining Method." Lin Yuan looked at the budding leaves of the Nine Chapters Vine and felt very excited.

Now that his Qi-Blood dispersal refining method is complete, and with it derived from the Nine Chapters, his alchemy foundation is incredibly solid.

By observing the Five Qi Pill refining, he has wholly mastered the prior techniques without needing additional pill consumption for derivation, only requiring the final refining method.

The Nine Chapters Vine is expected to start sprouting, nearly completing the entry-stage growth, almost just a step away from the entry-level realm.

"Then let’s purchase medicinal herbs in bulk and strive to break through the Five Qi Pill refining in one go." With this thought, Lin Yuan made up his mind.

"I wonder how Senior Brother You’s breakthrough is going, no news these past two days? I’m running low on Qi-Blood dispersal herbs and need Senior Brother’s support." Lin Yuan pondered over matters concerning You Xiaozhong, apprehensive and unable to shake off his worry.

"Since Senior Brother You hasn’t broken through temporarily, with no chance to become a Pharmacist, why not participate in the elite disciple assessment?"

Eager to break through the Five Qi Pill refining method quickly, Lin Yuan felt extraordinarily excited, unable to contain his previously calm mood.

The following morning.

At the transmission hall entrance, a slender young man walked in with calm steps.

Meanwhile, at a certain practice arena in the pill hall, elite disciple Huang Houqi was practicing.

At this moment, Huang Houqi was exchanging blows with another elite disciple, surrounded by dozens of chores disciples observing.

"Senior Brother Huang’s Golden Jade Palm has deepened further, it seems almost complete." The observing chores disciples’ eyes flashed, constantly estimating.

"Heh, of course. Senior Brother Huang is unparalleled in talent, his martial cultivation accumulates too quickly, we’re not even a tenth of him."

"Senior Brother Huang is excellent, but Senior Brother Shao Changji is not bad either. His Spiritual Que Hand is evenly matched with Senior Brother Huang and also shows signs of completion."

The chores disciples were boasting among themselves, not disturbing the two exchanging moves in the arena.

Ji Shengfang arrived and saw Huang Houqi practicing but didn’t dare to interrupt, standing quietly by.

After a long while, the two stopped sparring.

"Junior Brother Shao, your Spiritual Que Hand is indeed impressive. Someone is looking for me, let’s stop here today." After stopping, Huang Houqi naturally saw Ji Shengfang’s arrival.

"We’ll practice another day." The person cupped his hands and left the courtyard.

Huang Houqi nodded, seeing the person off.

"Junior Brother Ji, let’s talk inside." Once the person completely left, Huang Houqi turned and invited Ji Shengfang inside.

"Junior Brother, why have you come this time?" Huang Houqi asked directly, he was very familiar with Ji Shengfang, but his visit now seemed unusual.

"Senior Brother Huang, there’s something I need your help with." As soon as they entered the quiet room, Ji Shengfang spoke.

"Oh, tell me." Huang Houqi showed slight interest, leaning closer to listen.

"Senior Brother Huang knows that I am assisting Shen Huaining with alchemy, and Shen Huaining is about to advance to Pill Master. I was originally in charge of assisting with pill refining," Ji Shengfang sighed, "but who knew there’d be a Lin Yuan competing with me out of nowhere, threatening my position as a pill refining assistant."

"Why is that?" Huang Houqi frowned, a bit dissatisfied.

They were initially on good terms because of Ji Shengfang’s position as a pill refining assistant, expecting that once Shen Huaining advanced, Ji Shengfang might become a Pharmacist, which would be beneficial for both.

Now with someone jeopardizing his position, Ji Shengfang’s alchemical talent came into question.

"That Lin Yuan is from an impoverished area, somehow connected with the Zhu Family Martial Hall, and got in with Master Shen." Ji Shengfang, with a tone of anger, added, "I initially let him cool his heels, but unexpectedly, he got a chance back with Master Shen. So I need Senior Brother Huang’s assistance."

"Zhu Family Martial Hall? From the three common martial halls in Yanghua?" Huang Houqi rubbed his temples, continuing, "If so, help shouldn’t be too concerned."

"Thank you, Senior Brother Huang." Ji Shengfang hurriedly cupped his hands, his expression joyful.

"It’s a small matter." Huang Houqi nodded slightly, then asked, "What’s the reason for helping?"

Hearing this, Ji Shengfang restrained his joy, smiling, "Senior Brother, are you troubled by the Three Dragon Brothers’ matter recently?"

"Hmm?" Hearing the sore spot, Huang Houqi frowned deeper.

"Oh, please don’t be offended, Senior Brother. I suggest using the Three Dragon Brothers as a pretext to cripple Lin Yuan," Ji Shengfang quickly explained, chuckling, "There’s also another matter, you have a chore servant named You Xiaozhong, who is quite close to Lin Yuan."

"You Xiaozhong is the one selling ointment, and he doesn’t listen. He has a good formula but doesn’t supply it to you, hesitates on profit-sharing, might as well deal with him too!"

Ji Shengfang’s words were vicious, sealing You Xiaozhong’s fate with a sentence.

"Lin Yuan works in the Furnace Hall, with herbs missing, taken for making ointment. This kills two birds with one stone, Senior Brother gains the ointment formula, and I get rid of Lin Yuan. Even though ointment is not as profitable as Qi-Blood dispersal, it still yields some profit."

"What do you think?" Ji Shengfang cautiously glanced at Huang Houqi, nervously smiling.

"You’re talking about that disobedient fat kid? Fine, use him as a warning." Huang Houqi pondered slightly, then nodded, "Let’s do it."

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Transmission Hall.

"You wish to advance to an elite disciple?" The registering disciple looked at the namebook, a bit surprised. This person has been at the academy for about half a year and looks to advance to an elite disciple.

"Yes." Lin Yuan replied with a relaxed posture, nodding.

"Qi-Blood, muscles, bones, and skin have all reached mastery?" The register squinted, asking again.

"Yes!" Lin Yuan responded with a calm demeanor, concise and powerful.

There was no hesitation due to the register’s suspicion. Even half-condensed robbers from Qingfeng Village couldn’t last a move under his full power; there’s no need for self-doubt.

Becoming an elite disciple is only a natural progression.

"You better be sure, trying to sneak by could lead to punishment." The register cross-referenced Lin Yuan’s admission date, warning severely.

Advancing to an elite disciple in half a year mostly happens for hereditary talents from the academy’s surrounding village clans or trained by factions. Ordinary villages lack resources and time, how can they succeed?

Without time for training accumulation, how can general disciples achieve such progress in just half a year? It was quite astonishing.

"I understand, please arrange the assessment." Lin Yuan’s expression remained composed, reaffirming his decision to participate in the promotion.

"Alright then, if you insist, go inside and wait for the others before starting the assessment." Seeing Lin’s determination, the register had to record him truthfully, letting Lin Yuan enter and wait.

After Lin Yuan’s figure disappeared from sight, the register again glanced at the namebook’s information.

"Bull Horn Village?" He frowned, "What backwater is this?"

"Could he be a forgotten genius?"

Ignoring the register’s attitude, Lin Yuan directly stepped into the assessment hall.

Lin Yuan entered through the examination door, the space behind was vast, similar to four large halls.

"This must be the four examination halls Senior Brother You mentioned, respectively addressing Qi-Blood, skin, bones, and muscles."

"Let’s start with the first hall then."

Lin Yuan leisurely walked into the hall for assessing Qi-Blood.

Besides him, more than ten people were participating in the hall, with Lin Yuan’s entrance barely drawing attention.

During the wait, another two or three individuals entered, with everyone self-regulating and waiting for the examination officer to arrive.

Not long passed before a robe-clad elder casually entered. He was burly, with a ruddy complexion, prominent temples, though grayed hair, his eyes were bright and piercing, casting an oppressive presence.

The disciples participating in the assessment couldn’t help but feel nervous; the elder’s gaze pressure was intense.

"This officer seems to have already stepped into the second realm of condensing essence, progressing quite a bit." Lin Yuan appeared calm, though Qi-Blood surged internally, reflexively reacting to danger.

The officer’s vigorous Qi-Blood gave him a sense of extreme danger.

"If in Red Spirit State, I wonder how many rounds I could last against him?" Lin Yuan assessed secretly, without much fear, entertained thoughts of comparison.

Compared to initially facing the pressure of inner sect disciples when first entering, facing an officer of similar standing now, he no longer felt that profound powerlessness then.

Before Lin Yuan thought further, an elite disciple stepped out beside the elder, reciting the examination rules.

"The promotion assessment consists of four parts, from Qi-Blood to muscles. Upon completion, a practical combat exercise is required, surviving fifty rounds with previous elite disciples to qualify."

Everyone nodded, indicating awareness.

The elder seated himself on the main Taishi Chair in the hall.

"Elder Bai, here are the details of the fifteen disciples in this batch, please review." The person at the entrance recording details spoke.

"Hmm, any noteworthy individuals?" The elder didn’t glance at the handed namebook, instead, his gaze rested casually on the people preparing for the assessment.

"Three have been tempering their Qi-Blood for two years at the academy, likely to advance this time." The register whispered, "Others have slim chances."

"But there’s someone unusual, joining for only half a year and participates." The register hesitated, then added.

"That’s indeed rare." The elder displayed some interest, "Let’s watch their performance first."

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