Chapter 1253: Chapter 1253: Martial Arts Saint Pill
On the mountain peak.
Xiao Yi remained in a daze until a group of academy elites had left; he still hadn’t reacted.
From the moment he rang the Dawn Bell, the group of academy elites came with unfriendly expressions.
But suddenly, each of them wore amiable faces.
This kind of contrast was undoubtedly significant.
"Xiao Yi." At this moment, Qing Lin patted Xiao Yi’s shoulder.
"Impressive, now that so many seniors are fond of you, your path in Martial Arts will be much easier in the future."
"No, your future Martial Arts achievements might be limitless indeed."
With this, Qing Lin curiously surveyed the surroundings, "Tsk, this is my first time standing on this peak."
"If it weren’t for the vice-dean bringing me up, I wouldn’t have discovered that you could overlook the entire Black Cloud Academy from here; it’s quite enjoyable."
The vice-dean glanced at Qing Lin and said, "If you keep disregarding your seniors, I’ll have you roll down the Cloud Ascending Path right now."
Qing Lin shrank back at the words.
"Don’t be fierce with me." Qing Lin recovered his composure and glared at the vice-dean.
"You promised that overcoming the Cloud Ascending Path would grant a chance to soar to great heights."
"Where is Xiao Yi’s reward?"
"No rush." The vice-dean smiled.
"Xiao Yi." The vice-dean looked at Xiao Yi and smiled, "You not only broke the longstanding record of 108 steps on the Cloud Ascending Path."
"You completed all 144 steps of the entire path."
"According to the academy rules, you will receive a reward."
"However, this reward will be given to you personally by the dean."
"Senior Luoo?" Xiao Yi looked slightly surprised.
In fact, Xiao Yi wasn’t too expectant of that reward.
The so-called opportunity to soar, Xiao Yi didn’t quite believe in.
Strength still needs to be improved on his own; the Martial Arts Dao also requires one step at a time.
It’s just a matter of whether the footsteps are taken quickly or slowly.
There would never be such a thing as achieving everything at once, even if it seems so, it’s merely fleeting.
However, if it’s a reward personally given by Senior Luoo, then it’s different.
Such a profound expert, whatever he gives, is by no means ordinary.
No wonder the vice-dean had previously shown such seriousness when talking about the reward after passing the Cloud Ascending Path.
"Let’s go." The vice-dean smiled, "Go to the place where the dean is in seclusion by yourself."
"The moment you rang the Dawn Bell, the dean had been waiting for you."
"I still have things to attend to, so I won’t accompany you."
Xiao Yi nodded, saluted the vice-dean, and then turned and left.
Tap... tap... tap...
With light steps, he moved down the Cloud Ascending Path.
In just a moment, Xiao Yi was already off the Cloud Ascending Path.
On the mountain peak, Qing Lin looked at the vice-dean and pouted, "What are you busy with?"
"Either you’re slacking off, or you’re having Junior Brother Zifeng do all your hard work, you seem quite free."
This time the vice-dean didn’t refute Qing Lin but instead shook his head solemnly, "I still need to send a message promptly."
"Otherwise, once the Dawn Bell rings, other seniors outside the academy will all return."
"By then, the Black Cloud Academy will be bustling."
After saying this, the vice-dean picked up Qing Lin and disappeared in a flash.
...
On the other side, after Xiao Yi left the back mountain, he headed to Senior Luoo’s palace.
He recalled the first time he went to Senior Luoo’s place of seclusion, he instantly fell into the Endless Void, almost unable to extricate himself.
At that time, he was amazed that Senior Luoo’s Martial Arts Power had reached such a formidable level, unable to imagine the extent of Martial Arts truths he had comprehended.
Even now, with his own strength greatly increased, he still couldn’t fathom the depths of Senior Luoo’s abilities.
Arriving at the palace entrance.
Xiao Yi was preparing to face the confusion as he did last time.
This time, outside the palace, there was nothing.
Instead, from inside, came Senior Luoo’s voice, "Come in."
Senior Luoo’s tone was calm as water.
Xiao Yi nodded, and walked in slowly.
Inside the palace, Xiao Yi sat in front of Senior Luoo, still on the same futon.
"Senior Luoo." Xiao Yi bowed slightly.
"Hmm." Senior Luoo nodded, "The Dawn Bell hasn’t been rung for many years."
"Now, you have rung it, very good."
Senior Luoo’s tone was very calm, but there was a faint trace of appreciation on his face.
"Senior, you flatter me." Xiao Yi smiled lightly.
Senior Luoo shook his head, "Outstanding is outstanding, there’s no need for modesty."
"You passed the Cloud Ascending Path, according to the academy’s rules, you will get a reward."
"One of them is my guidance, which will last for one day."
Hearing this, Xiao Yi showed a joyful expression.
Compared to the mere 5 minutes of guidance last time, which had already cleared his Martial Arts doubts.
This time a whole day’s guidance would surely yield significant gains.
Compared to other rewards, a day of guidance from Senior Luoo is much more precious.
Senior Luoo faintly smiled, "Of course, guidance is guidance, and reward is reward."
"After one day, I will give you the reward."
"Thank you, Senior." Xiao Yi nodded.
...
For a Martial Artist, a day passes by in an instant.
Especially during Martial Arts guidance, immersed in solving Martial Arts doubts, you’re unaware of the passing of time.
"Thank you for your guidance, Senior Luoo." Xiao Yi stood up and bowed to Senior Luoo.
"No need for formalities." Senior Luoo shook his head and slowly took out a Universe Ring.
"This is your reward, you may leave."
Xiao Yi took the Universe Ring, nodded, bowed again, and turned to leave the palace.
"Hoo." Once out of the palace, Xiao Yi breathed a fresh breath of air.
A whole day of guidance from Senior Luoo had nearly cleared all of his doubts at least for his current stage.
The sense of lightness and relief was extremely comforting.
Xiao Yi smiled and was about to leave.
Suddenly, the vice-dean appeared beside him.
"Boy, feeling happy?" the vice-dean asked with a smile.
"Of course." Xiao Yi nodded, "A day of guidance from Senior Luoo is better than many days of hard training and contemplation."
"That’s good." The vice-dean nodded, "Did you get the reward?"
"Yes." Xiao Yi nodded, "If there’s nothing else, I’ll be leaving to continue my training."
Even though his Martial Arts doubts were resolved, training was still necessary.
"Training?" The vice-dean looked puzzled, "Aren’t you supposed to stay within the academy these days?"
"Why?" Xiao Yi frowned.
"The dean didn’t tell you?" The vice-dean frowned.
Xiao Yi shook his head, frowning slightly.
The vice-dean smiled, "Well, you can leave for now."
Xiao Yi nodded, "Vice-dean, goodbye."
As Xiao Yi left, the smile on the vice-dean’s face suddenly froze.
Just as he was about to turn back into the palace, beside him, Senior Luoo’s figure appeared out of nowhere.
"Dean." The vice-dean bowed.
"Hmm." Senior Luoo nodded.
The vice-dean looked directly at Senior Luoo and, after hesitating, said, "Dean, are you not giving that thing..."
Senior Luoo interrupted, "No."
"Why?" The vice-dean’s expression changed, "According to the rules, that Martial Arts Saint Pill is Xiao Yi’s reward for passing the Cloud Ascending Path."
Senior Luoo shook his head, "But there is only one Martial Arts Saint Pill."
The vice-dean frowned, "Precisely because there is only one, it should be given to the academy’s most outstanding Heavenly Talent to pass the Cloud Ascending Path."
"Could it be..." The vice-dean’s face changed, "The dean still intends to give this Martial Arts Saint Pill to Mo Youu?"
Senior Luoo nodded, "The Martial Arts Saint Pill is the necessary item for awakening the second Martial Soul."
"Xiao Yi is impressive, but in my view, still slightly less than Mo Youu."
"Where is he lacking?" The vice-dean asked solemnly.
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Third update.
