"Martial Arts Apprentices from the entire Federation!?"

Fang Qingyu was taken aback. Does the Federation have a tournament of this scale?

"It's the Martial Arts Hall Competition, initiated by the Federation Martial Arts Hall Association, aimed at paving the way for talented individuals like you," Qin Hui explained after listening.

Fang Qingyu recalled carefully after hearing this.

Finally remembered what Qi Hao said a long time ago.

However...

"Is there still any point for me to participate now?"

Fang Qingyu asked curiously.

He didn't lack money now, and his breakthrough to Martial Artist was a sure thing.

"Yes, once you reach the provincial level, you'll get excellent Transportation Techniques, Martial Techniques at the Martial Artist stage, and even rewards of Ancient Techniques," Qin Hui explained patiently.

Only after hearing this did Fang Qingyu understand...

Previously Qi Hao mentioned that achieving a slightly higher ranking at the city level would get at least tens of thousands, just as an additional perk.

"Moreover, it won't delay your breakthrough to Martial Artist. The entire process, even if you pass all the levels, would take at most just one month."

"Alright, then please help me register."

Fang Qingyu didn't hesitate further and nodded in agreement.

He thought not only of returning the favor to Qin Hui and Zheng Lin.

Competing with other Martial Arts talents itself was a joy for a martial artist.

It's only through practice that you know.

The exhilarating feeling of a hard-fought battle.

Quite tempting indeed.

Upon knowing Fang Qingyu's progress, Qin Hui hurried to contact him for his opinion.

Seeing Fang Qingyu agree, his eyes shone with delight.

This time...

It was finally their Martial Arts Hall's turn to shine.

In the entire Qingjian City, under the extraordinary, none other than Fang Qingyu!

"Then let's go, I'll first take you to meet the Elite Class."

Qin Hui packed up and called Fang Qingyu.

"Okay."

Fang Qingyu followed and got into the car.

There was nothing on at the Divine Management Bureau for now.

Just in time to satisfy his long-held curiosity.

Where exactly do the Elite Class train?

"How was it like meeting a God for the first time?"

In the car, with light music playing, Qin Hui chatted casually with Fang Qingyu.

"It was alright, just not quite as I imagined."

Fang Qingyu recalled his first reaction to seeing the true form of the Blood River Lady, and it was no lie to say he was startled then.

After all, that was...

An all-powerful God passed down through ancient tales.

The first sight they encountered.

From the Breathing Technique, one could feel the terrifying pressure emanating from the body.

But, later...

Upon seeing the bronze sword tip protruding halfway from her forehead.

There was a glimmer of hope.

For it meant she could die too.

...

Half an hour later.

The car slowly came to a stop.

"We're here, let's get out."

Upon getting off the car, Fang Qingyu's mouth twitched slightly at the sight before him.

"The Elite Class training is conducted in a military camp!?"

All around was a deserted wilderness.

And upfront, large characters read, XXXX Base, Unauthorized People Keep Out.

"Yes, because starting from the Elite Class, you will be conferred ranks, only your Special Training Class is a bit unique."

Qin Hui was already used to it.

Leading towards the entrance.

After showing their credentials, they easily took Fang Qingyu inside.

The scene inside was different from what one might imagine.

There were no modern weapon training facilities, instead, twelve conspicuous gray-white alloy stages stood out.

In the scorching sun, dust billowed.

Youths in various martial arts attire were engaged in combat.

"Elite Class trainees from various city martial arts halls train here, for the competition, these stages are set for sparring."

Observing, Qin Hui explained to Fang Qingyu.

"This is nice."

Fang Qingyu paused to watch and nodded.

The Special Training Class allowed for sparring anytime too, but the atmosphere was not quite as good as here.

"Wanna try it out?"

Seeing Fang Qingyu's interested expression, Qin Hui teased.

With Fang Qingyu's current prowess heading there...

He would definitely crush these same-city peers.

"Uh... maybe not."

Fang Qingyu initially had the urge.

After all, experiencing different Martial Techniques would be nice too.

But after watching for a while, he knew their level.

There wasn't much point in going up now.

Then, Qin Hui led Fang Qingyu past several stages, turning into the eastern training zone.

"Qingzi!!?"

After only a few steps.

A disbelieving voice from Qi Hao suddenly rang out nearby.

Fang Qingyu looked up.

Over fifty trainees were practicing Pile Skill in formation, their sweat-soaked backs steaming.

Qi Hao was at the far end, looking at him incredulously.

"Take a five-minute break."

At the front, Lin Kang, seeing this, gave a temporary order.

Letting out a breath of relief, the trainees relaxed slightly.

At the same time, whispers spread through the line, with over ten sharp eyes shot towards Fang Qingyu.

"Who is this guy?"

"Not too old, just joined the Elite Class, perhaps?"

"Oh, I know him; Fang Qingyu, he's from our martial arts hall too."

Among them, some joined the Elite Class at the same time as Qi Hao, naturally having seen Fang Qingyu at the Martial Arts Hall, thus immediately explaining.

With this, the curiosity of the crowd faded a lot.

Only Qi Hao came over to greet him.

"Qin Jiao."

Then, looking at Fang Qingyu, with an uncertain expression, he whispered, "Weren't you in the Special Training Class, why are you here at our Elite Class?"

"I'm also joining the Martial Arts Hall competition, so I'm here early to meet my teammates," Fang Qingyu said with a smile, punching Qi Hao lightly.

Seeing a friend was quite a joy.

The last time they met was at a hotel, during the Pantheon event.

This time, they were off to the Martial Arts Hall competition side by side once again.

"That's great!"

Qi Hao showed delight, but suddenly paused.

"Wait, didn't the preliminaries happen already, weren't all the slots confirmed?"

"He's one of the few who directly advanced," Qin Hui explained from the side.

"Tsk tsk, Qingzi, just how strong are you now?"

He had witnessed Fang Qingyu's extraordinary skills before, but hearing Fang Qingyu accomplished another major feat got Qi Hao curious.

"You'll find out soon enough; Qingzi, come over here."

Suddenly, Lin Kang's voice came from the side.

Fang Qingyu quickly went over, alongside Lin Kang to the stage.

Facing dozens of intense gazes, he remained unfazed.

Meanwhile, Lin Kang pointed at Fang Qingyu.

"This is Fang Qingyu, the only student in our Martial Arts Hall who can enter the official competition without participating in the preliminaries."

"He's here today as my special invitee, as he doesn't need to take courses here."

"Your training goal today is just one thing."

"Knock him down!"

"Two at most at a time."

Upon hearing this.

The crowd gasped.

What the heck!!?

A whole class against one???

This was somewhat insulting.

Fang Qingyu also looked helplessly at Lin Kang and softly asked, "What are you doing?"

In response, Lin Kang said matter-of-factly, "It'll take me a lot of time to obtain your reward this time, what's wrong with you helping me toughen them up?"

"Uh..."

"Alright."

With Lin Kang saying so, Fang Qingyu didn't say more.

He just rotated his arm.

Jumping in front of the stage, he looked at the trainees with varied expressions and calmly said.

"Who wants to go first among you?"

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