A small class for beginner martial artists unexpectedly broke three soul crystals during their testing, which sent shockwaves throughout the entire Saint Spirit Academy.
Was there a more outrageous class than this? What did these students eat to grow up?
In this beginner class, after testing so many individuals, the worst performer surprisingly reached Bronze One Star.
Is this really a beginner class?
In the testing hall, everyone was astonished by the incredible talent of Xiao Ning'er and Ye Ziyun.
The two stunningly beautiful girls exchanged glances, each looking at the other with a hint of comparison in their eyes.
For a long time, Ye Ziyun wished to become close friends again with Xiao Ning'er, yet she possessed extraordinary talent that no peer had ever surpassed.
Even against Xiao Ning'er, Ye Ziyun's heart refused to yield.
The two were equally matched in their cultivation levels, and both realized that the other had definitely received help from Nie Li.
Otherwise, it would have been impossible for their levels to rise so quickly.
While they felt gratitude toward Nie Li, their emotions were inevitably complicated.
Ye Ziyun pursed her lips.
Although she didn’t feel a strong attraction toward Nie Li yet, knowing that Xiao Ning'er was close to him gave her a twinge of resentment.
If you have such a close relationship with Ning’er, why do you have to provoke me?
As for Xiao Ning'er, she knew from the start that Nie Li liked Ye Ziyun, yet she couldn’t help but hold feelings for him.
She hoped that one day, she could catch his attention and make him like her.
The two breathtaking girls stood side by side, radiating like dazzling twin stars.
“Who’s next for testing?” the supervising instructor asked, looking expectantly at the students from the beginner class, his mood bubbling with excitement.
These prodigies might very well become the pillars of Glory City in the future!
“I’ll go!” Nie Li stepped forward and walked toward the power testing stone.
The moment he spoke, every gaze in the hall turned to him.
The high-ranking members of the academy were thrilled.
Could this student also be a genius?
As for Shen Xiu, her hands clenched tightly.
The look in her eyes expressed intense hatred.
If Nie Li reached Bronze One Star, she would have to keep her promise and leave the Saint Spirit Academy! She had a faint feeling that there was a hint of disdain in Nie Li’s gaze.
Leaving the academy wasn’t a big deal, but she couldn’t swallow the humiliation of being driven out!
All the beginner class students fixed their eyes on Nie Li, their expressions complex.
When Nie Li had challenged Shen Xiu in class, some felt sorry for him while others mocked him, but none believed that he could rise to Bronze One Star in such a short time, even with his extraordinary talent.
However, seeing those who were close to Nie Li advance so rapidly, they felt envy and jealousy arise.
The improvement of these individuals was undoubtedly tied to Nie Li!
For their future prospects, many began to consider how to curry favor with Nie Li.
Following him could mean blossoming like Du Ze and Lu Piao, or at the very least attaining the level of Wei Nan.
That would be quite impressive.
As the man who influenced it all, everyone was eagerly awaiting Nie Li’s testing results.
Nie Li smiled calmly and approached the power testing stone.
He glanced at the distant bleachers and found Shen Xiu staring back at him with a gloomy expression.
A glimmer of cold light flashed in his eyes.
Meanwhile, Ye Ziyun and the others were fixated on Nie Li.
They were thrilled with their results, constantly amazed at how they had improved so significantly in such a short time.
It felt almost surreal.
Nie Li was the reason for their current selves, and as the creator of all this, how phenomenal had his own level become?
Nie Li maintained a serene expression and delivered a punch to the power testing stone.
Boom!
The power testing stone emitted a soft thud.
“Bronze One Star; power testing result: one hundred!” the supervising instructor announced with a hint of disappointment.
In reality, achieving Bronze One Star was a great accomplishment for a beginner class, but with the impressive results of Ye Ziyun, Xiao Ning'er, and Du Ze, Nie Li's result felt less remarkable.
“Second test; power testing result: one hundred!”
“Third test; power testing result: one hundred!”
The supervising instructor mumbled to himself, “How strange. Normally, the results fluctuate, yet this student consistently hits one hundred. Perhaps that’s his maximum strength?”
Seeing Nie Li’s results, Shen Xiu turned pale.
If Nie Li's strength immensely surpassed Bronze One Star, it would be acceptable, but landing exactly on Bronze One Star without a deviation drove her nearly insane.
Nie Li appeared unconcerned by the results and shrugged with a smile, “I’m just lucky to hit exactly Bronze One Star!”
Du Ze and Lu Piao exchanged glances, disbelief etched on their faces.
This was impossible; Nie Li's strength couldn’t just reach one hundred.
The only explanation was that he had concealed his real power! Du Ze and Lu Piao couldn't help but admire him; while they may be stronger, their control over power paled in comparison.
If they were to strike, it wouldn’t all be one hundred!
“This guy Nie Li is too much! Seeing Shen Xiu’s frustration at him hitting exactly Bronze One Star, she must be fuming!” Lu Piao chuckled.
Several academy higher-ups exchanged glances.
“Bronze One Star is still good!”
“It’s a pity compared to the earlier students…”
“Let’s see his demon spirit power; it might surprise us!”
After finishing the power test, Nie Li moved forward and received the beginner soul crystal from the instructor.
He infused his soul force into the crystal, and gradually, little lights began to appear within.
“Soul force one hundred; Bronze One Star demon spirit master!” The supervising instructor expressed surprise, thinking this student was odd, hitting exactly one hundred in both power and soul force.
How peculiar! But he had no reason to doubt; the soul crystal test couldn’t be faked, and Nie Li wouldn't cheat, as there was no benefit to him.
A Bronze One Star demon spirit master!
Shen Xiu was nearly driven to madness.
Why did it have to be like this? If Nie Li's talent was even slightly weaker, he wouldn’t have reached Bronze One Star!
Upon seeing Nie Li’s testing results, Ye Ziyun and Xiao Ning'er understood; Nie Li had done this purposefully.
However, both felt that while he could control his strength to hit the mark in the power test, there was no way to cheat on the soul crystal test.
How did he manage to do this?
What others couldn’t do, Nie Li was definitely capable of!
Nie Li had many secrets!
Under everyone’s watchful gaze, he walked toward Ye Ziyun and Xiao Ning'er, standing between the two stunning ladies, making everyone around them feel a wave of envy.
Why did Nie Li get to enjoy such fortune?
Whether it was Ye Ziyun or Xiao Ning'er, either one becoming their girlfriend would be a dream come true!
Meanwhile, Ye Sheng, sitting in the bleachers, looked at Nie Li, who stood amidst Ye Ziyun and Xiao Ning'er, wearing a pensive expression.
He felt something was off.
Although Nie Li was young, there was a steadiness about him that felt extraordinary.
“Let’s send this Nie Li to the genius class for training!” Ye Sheng finally said after some time.
“Vice Dean, this might be against the rules; he’s only Bronze One Star,” someone cautioned.
“What’s wrong with that? I believe in him, is that a problem?” Ye Sheng replied, raising an eyebrow sternly.
Seeing Ye Sheng's attitude, others exchanged glances and ultimately decided to remain silent.
Without the Dean present, the Vice Dean had the highest authority, and they couldn’t afford to offend someone over a minor issue.
In the following tests, no other student in the beginner martial artist class shone brighter; none reached Bronze One Star.
Although it felt slighted, Ye Sheng and the others were overall satisfied.
The emergence of so many prodigies from a beginner class was a tremendous surprise.
The testing of the beginner martial artist class caused quite a stir throughout Saint Spirit Academy, turning what was usually an overlooked class into a focal point.
While testing continued, Shen Xiu approached Ye Sheng, feeling utterly humiliated.
“Vice Dean, I plan to resign. From today on, I am no longer an instructor at Saint Spirit Academy!” Shen Xiu declared.
Her bet with Nie Li had spread throughout the academy.
If she went back on it, she would be looked down upon and it would even tarnish the reputation of the Divine Sacred Family!
“Instructor Shen Xiu, why would you consider resigning?” Ye Sheng asked with a smile. “You’re set to be praised for the emergence of so many prodigies in the beginner martial artist class! I believe all the students need you as their outstanding instructor!”
Hearing Ye Sheng's words, Shen Xiu felt no honor.
Instead, she felt as though she had been slapped across the face.
She realized that these prodigies had nothing to do with her; some hadn’t attended class for nearly two months.
She had turned a blind eye, even hoping to see them humiliate themselves during testing, only to find herself thoroughly embarrassed.
These students didn't perform poorly during testing; rather they became the brightest talents!
“I have made up my mind. Please respect my decision, Vice Dean!” Shen Xiu insisted.
In truth, Ye Sheng had been aware of the situation between Shen Xiu and Nie Li for some time.
With a light smile, he responded, “Since that’s the case, I won’t try to keep you.”
With those words, Shen Xiu shot a venomous glance at Nie Li standing in the arena, then turned and left without looking back.
Being forced to resign by a small fry from a beginner martial artist class was undoubtedly the greatest shame of her life! One day, I, Shen Xiu, will reclaim my honor!
(End of Chapter)