Chapter Seven: A Most Momentous Task [Please Support and Recommend]

“Good apprentice, hahaha… take these, take them.”
“These are ten pieces of top-grade spirit crystals I have treasured for many years. You don’t need them now, but you can keep them in your room to absorb the overflowing spiritual energy during cultivation. Being exposed to innate spiritual energy early on will benefit your cultivation.”
“These are several Soul Stabilizing Pills. Taking them helps strengthen your soul’s stability. I will have your protector give them to you shortly. At the initial stage, a warrior must first strengthen their spirit, which is immensely beneficial for the future.”
“This is…”
“This is…”
“…”
Sun Yuan was ecstatic beyond measure. He was absolutely certain that he had become the hero of the sect!
Such talent, not being taken away by the Guardians to become a future formidable enemy, was itself a major achievement.
His future success was as good as certain.
His role as a benefactor was simply…
Just the thought made him want to laugh out loud, feeling no regret at all for giving away his lifelong savings. After all, this was his own apprentice, his successor; why feel any regret?
And Fang Che accepted everything without hesitation, showing no psychological pressure at all.
He even felt that “too little was given.”
Sun Yuan then began to test his new apprentice, and the more he tested, the more delighted he became.
His bone structure, innate talents, coordination of tendons and meridians, and reflexes were all superior.
“Fourth rank warrior?”
Sun Yuan was a little puzzled: “You’re a fourth rank warrior and still haven’t entered the Martial Academy?”
Normally, a warrior at this level would be admitted as a rookie at the Martial Academy. Although not a top-tier academy, a regular Martial Academy is quite good.
Once admitted, how could someone of this caliber still have no master?
“I only broke through to warrior less than five days ago.”
“Less than five days?” Sun Yuan’s eyes widened.
“Yes.”
After thorough questioning and investigation, Sun Yuan confirmed this fact.
The reality was undeniable, yet he could hardly believe it and almost popped his eyes out as he asked, “Before breaking through to warrior, you were ordinary? And after breaking through, you don’t even know how you suddenly became like this?”
“Is what you say true, my apprentice?”
“This… this… this is simply incredible!”
Sun Yuan felt like he had hit the jackpot!
This must be innate talent that had not been awakened until he broke through to warrior, where the meridians and bone structure were suddenly stimulated by true essence, causing a rapid surge.
Sun Yuan trembled all over and, eyes shining, asked, “Che’er, what is your lifelong dream?”
Since he was about to accept him into the sect, he needed to assess his character.
Fang Che paused and said, “A man in this world should stand above all living beings, overlooking the mortal realm; holding the power of the world in his hands, intoxicated while reclining on a beauty’s lap. Free and unrestrained; reveling in justice and vengeance; commanding all heroes of the world to bow before me; letting this vast world yield to my every desire!”
“Excellent!!”
Sun Yuan slapped his thigh in admiration and cheered loudly.
Such temperament and ambition only needed slight guidance—he was undoubtedly one of us!
He had only hoped that this kid wouldn’t be the type to spout moral righteousness and talk about the world’s suffering all the time, never expecting such a big surprise!
Fang Che’s expression remained unchanged.
He knew these guys liked this kind of attitude.
Indeed.
Next, Sun Yuan was eager to start teaching his disciple.
“Show me the techniques and martial arts forms you’ve practiced—your fists, kicks, swords, and blades.”
Fang Che began his demonstration: traditional, standard foundational techniques; traditional combat; basic sword and blade…
“As expected, only foundational training.”
Sun Yuan displayed a look of “just as I thought.”
This was typical of a small family’s disciple training.
“Next, I will teach you the true martial path, to open the door to real strength!”
Sun Yuan stroked his beard with a smile.
“Master, I want to train my agility first.”
Fang Che spoke.
“Agility?” Sun Yuan was puzzled.
“Yes, agility allows one to dodge enemy attacks flexibly and can even burst out at several times, or even ten times normal speed at critical moments to escape the battlefield safely. That would be best.”
Fang Che explained.
What he was undertaking was extremely dangerous.
One wrong move, and he could be killed by his own people; therefore, agility was critically important—it was his true focus.
The ultimate escape technique in the world was none other than the “Blood Ignition Technique” of the Only One Orthodox Sect.
This technique was miraculous, allowing a burst of speed ten times normal instantly, at the cost of just a mouthful of blood and temporary weakness afterward.
It did not damage the foundation or have any aftereffects.
It was said to be the world’s best survival technique.
It was the Only One Orthodox Sect’s secret.
Countless times, senior sect members had escaped from righteous opponents using this technique, even when their realm was one level higher and the pursuers could not catch up!
For Fang Che now, it was exactly what he needed most, without question.
The only problem was: did Sun Yuan know this technique? Could he teach it?
Sun Yuan’s expression darkened.
“There is, indeed, a technique suitable for you—the Blood Ignition Technique of our Divine Sect. But it requires a cultivation level above Grandmaster and significant contributions to the sect to be taught.”
Fang Che rolled his eyes and said, “Master, just tell me plainly if you know it or not.”
Sun Yuan’s face twisted, “I really don’t.”
“…”
Fang Che was greatly disappointed, and his face showed it openly.
He was only a seventeen-year-old boy; showing emotion so openly was only natural.
Besides disappointment, there was a hint of contempt on his face.
“You don’t even know that, and yet…”
The youth’s dissatisfaction was evident, though he forced the rest down.
Sun Yuan blushed, feeling embarrassed.
Had he just taken on a prodigy apprentice only to be looked down on?
“Don’t worry, I will report your situation and request a special exception to teach you; moreover, even if it’s initially denied, once you make some achievements, I guarantee you will inherit the Blood Ignition Technique!”
Sun Yuan gritted his teeth.
“Also, your cultivation is too low now—only fourth rank warrior. Using the Blood Ignition Technique at this stage will have little effect and might damage your foundation, which is harmful to your future. So don’t rush.”
“I see. Then everything depends on you, Master.”
Fang Che nodded in understanding.
Determined in his heart to learn the Blood Ignition Technique no matter what.
“Next, I will teach you…”
Sun Yuan laid out a rigorous curriculum for Fang Che.
Cultivation, martial arts, agility, honing physical functions, tempering willpower, refining limb coordination… building a solid foundation first.
Fang Che showed Sun Yuan a “deeply comforting” willpower.
And remarkable comprehension ability!
He could infer from one example to many others routinely.
He often had his own insights, and in his childish way, he was surprisingly close to profound understanding.
This filled Sun Yuan’s heart with joy.
What kind of blessings had he received in his past life to have such a perfect disciple?
Thus, Fang Che trained with Master Sun Yuan by day and studied the Infinite True Scripture by night, making astonishing progress.
According to Sun Yuan, “A thousand miles a day” could not even describe it.
His aptitude was truly outstanding!
After three days, he had already reached fifth rank warrior!
And there were still twenty days before the Martial Academy entrance exam.
Sun Yuan now used true essence daily to massage and stimulate his disciple’s blood circulation and meridians.
He was determined: his disciple must win the honor of being the top rookie at the Martial Academy entrance exam in one fell swoop!

“Let the Guardians use their martial resources to help our Only One Orthodox Sect cultivate disciples!”
Sun Yuan had already reported this matter.
This proposal was well received by the sect’s higher-ups, who thought it was truly a great idea.
Just imagining it made them thrilled, so they supported it wholeheartedly.
They also passed word to Sun Yuan: the sect’s insiders within the Martial Academy would cooperate to ensure the plan’s success!
Of course, the sect leader’s approval was still required, but that was just a formality and should pose little problem. Sun Yuan only had to return and explain the situation to the leader, and the plan would be set.
Sun Yuan was very excited.
And Fang Che was even more so.
He had contributed so much to the battle between good and evil; enjoying some resources was only fair.
Moreover, he had consumed many of the sect’s resources, making it all the more worthwhile.
Sun Yuan took on a disciple and accomplished the major feat of “poaching a Guardian’s talent, cultivating a newcomer to the Only One Orthodox Sect, and vexing the Guardians,” naturally feeling elated.
Fang Che observed coldly, already guessing the full picture.
He immediately brought up an old topic: “Master, you said the Blood Ignition Technique requires contributions and meritorious deeds. How exactly can one be considered to have contributed? How does one earn merit?”
Sun Yuan, in good spirits, explained without hesitation: “The sect issues tasks, and only by completing them can one earn merit points…”
Fang Che’s eyes lit up: “So if I get admitted to the Martial Academy and become number one, isn’t that a huge task?”
Sun Yuan widened his eyes in confusion: “??? Isn’t that what you’re supposed to do? Why is it a huge task?”
Fang Che said seriously, “Master, you see, our Only One Orthodox Sect and the Guardians’ Martial Academy are… I, your disciple, am essentially infiltrating the enemy’s camp. This is an enormous risk!”
Sun Yuan stroked his beard, face serious but inwardly thinking: that makes sense.
This was like cultivating a spy, from childhood with no flaws—indeed a big risk.
Fang Che pressed on: “Master, such a dangerous and difficult task, competing with all the geniuses in the entire Southeast Circuit for first place—if it’s not considered a task, and doesn’t grant massive merit points, that wouldn’t be reasonable, right?”
Sun Yuan couldn’t help but nod.
Although he knew Fang Che’s real intention was to accumulate merit points to exchange for the Blood Ignition Technique, his words were not without reason.
Besides, this was his only disciple!
If he didn’t look out for him, who would?
“I’ll report this matter.”
“Thank you, Master.” Fang Che hurriedly added, “Once I obtain the Blood Ignition Technique, my chances of survival will be much higher. Under your guidance, I’ll secure a respectable position and honor you well.”
Sun Yuan’s heart was greatly comforted.
Had this been an adult speaking, he might have suspected ulterior motives, but this was a seventeen-year-old boy, his newly accepted disciple.
Plus, with the promising future already in mind…
Sun Yuan felt completely at ease.
He pondered aloud, “I will go fight for this immediately.”
Fang Che barely concealed his excitement, eyes shining bright: “Master, this time I must make a name for myself!”
Make a name for myself!?
Sun Yuan paused, then smiled meaningfully.
Yes, I haven’t shown my face for years! This time, I will make the sect see me in a new light!
Without hesitation, Sun Yuan immediately took action.
…
On the surface, Bibo City was calm, but beneath the surface, turbulent undercurrents were stirring.
The reason was simple.
News of trouble at the Su family, one of the five great ninth-rank clans in Bibo City, had broken out.
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