Lin Guang cast a somewhat surprised glance at Hu Tuzhi, indicating that he had contracted a Spirit Beast with special attributes, possessing abilities such as theft, perhaps of the Ghost Element or Spiritual Element, and although the rarity of items on the fourth floor might not entice an Intermediate Researcher to risk it, it's never wrong to give a reminder.

"I want to see Skill Crystals of the Fire Attribute or Evil Attribute, strictly speaking..."

Before Lin Guang could speak, Hu Tuzhi had already repeated his request, which left him slightly taken aback, and then he gazed deeply at Hu Tuzhi.

Fu Fuyou manipulated the machine in his hand for a moment, and then led the two to the Skill Crystal section on the fourth floor. The decor was no different from the first floor, except the glass display cabinets were etched with reinforced Spirit Patterns, and security around was increased.

"How about a Blue Grade [Flame Fist]? It's rare to have Purple Grade stock, maybe once or twice every six months, and the last one sold just two months ago. If you really need it, you'd have to pay extra to transfer stock from another city," Fu Fuyou explained.

Lin Guang was a bit stunned, but quickly understood. With this said, even going to the fifth floor or higher, there probably wouldn't be any Purple Flame Fists for sale, and it would have to wait for a transfer.

However, since there was a chance to visit the fourth floor, Lin Guang thought he might as well shift his focus away from the "Farmer's Three Punches."

"What is the most expensive and rare Skill that meets my needs here?"

Fu Fuyou glanced at Hu Tuzhi, noticing no reaction, only then realized the main figure was this young student and his humanoid Spirit Beast combination. Intrigued, he turned his gaze to Lin Guang, saying, "Skills are not better simply because they're more expensive, suitability is most important."

This time, Fu Fuyou did not operate the machine but directly said, "However, in the Explosive category, there indeed is a Blue Grade Skill that matches your requirement. Personally, though, I wouldn't recommend it."

"Oh?"

Lin Guang was a bit curious: "Let's take a look first."

This time, Fu Fuyou did not obstruct them, leading the two to move, shortly arriving at the so-called "Premium Area," where every item was displayed in specially fortified cabinets.

"Hmm? Could it be... this Skill...?"

From afar, seeing a pale white, semi-transparent crystal carved with intricate Spirit Patterns, Hu Tuzhi adjusted his gold-rimmed glasses, a hint of surprise in his eyes.

"Yes, [Explosion Fist], although it's only Blue Grade, you both probably have heard of its name."

The name was somewhat familiar, as Lin Guang searched his memory, his pupils slightly contracted, he couldn't help but say, "The Skill invented by Chairman Rote when he was young."

"Yes." Fu Fuyou nodded.

Rote, former chairman of the Great Xia Spirit Master Association, also its fifth president, a Nine-Star Spirit Master, now over three hundred years old, during turbulent times he faced countless beast hordes and demon armies for Great Xia.

Perhaps due to injuries, or perhaps feeling his advancing age and decreasing strength, Chairman Rote had resigned from the frontline a few years ago, wandering Great Xia while passing his skills (Sealed Skill Crystals). Aside from appearing annually at the National University Spirit Master Competition, he occasionally accepts interviews from television networks; he's a household name.

Legend has it, Explosion Fist was something Chairman Rote realized when he was a four-star Spirit Master, battling a Demon-Eating Tiger Shark in the sea. Even in his seemingly endless list of Skills, it stands out, barely qualifying as a signature Skill, with tremendous power.

The damage potential of a Skill can't be simply compared since its actual power depends on the level of development, coordination methods, and proficiency. Yet, at least in its initial state, it should be much stronger than a same-tier "Farmer's Three Punches," otherwise it wouldn't be placed here.

"What's the price?" Lin Guang asked.

"Fifty thousand Credit Points," Fu Fuyou said gravely, revealing the price, "Moreover, this is just usage rights. The spiritual imprint in this crystal left by a Nine-Star Spirit Master won't wear out no matter how it's used, so it can be recharged and used repeatedly. But regardless of whether it's mastered within three months, it must be returned, and no refund if it's not learned."

On hearing this number, Lin Guang was momentarily breathless.

Fifty thousand Credit Points equaled five million Daxia Coins, which isn't a trivial amount.

Previously, Lin Guang dared to take loans on the black market because he was running out of options without a Spirit Beast, definitely worth the gamble. Now, although the situation is steadily improving, as a student, he doesn't have a stable income, and during his previous life, he didn't even finish repaying a mortgage before crossing over. Is he going to carry a "Skill Loan" as a high schooler in this life?

However, Lin Guang quickly realized that now he wasn't an ordinary high school student—his mind was filled with countless money-making ideas; it's just that when to lay them out requires utmost caution.

On the Spirit Master path, being fast in one step means being fast in every step afterward, while taking a slow step means being slow every step. The costs of overtaking on a curve are greater. If this Skill is more suitable for Vishdair, then this money is a necessary investment!

Calming down, Lin Guang asked, "What's the learning difficulty and intensity?"

Fu Fuyou answered, "The fact that this Skill Crystal can be placed in this display area says a lot, and by the way, it was just sent back fully recharged by the previous buyer three days ago and was put back up yesterday."

"Did the previous user master it?"

"Judging by his expression when he brought it back, I don't think so."

Fu Fuyou thought for a moment and added, "Since being sent from the Imperial Capital over a year ago, it has been bought six times, and all users failed to comprehend it."

Lin Guang: "..."

Even though Fu Fuyou didn't expect Lin Guang to come up with this huge sum, he responsibly explained, "Yet, it still depends on the compatibility between the Spirit Beast and the Skill. Explosion Fist was created by Chairman Rote and his Spirit Beast together. As a Blue Grade, theoretically, it is possible for a Blue Potential Spirit Beast to learn it, plus its development prospects are excellent. There's no mandatory ether requirement, though Attributes with strong burst power are more appropriate, and having 'intent to kill' and 'fighting spirit' would enhance comprehension and usage of the Skill."

"Regarding usage conditions, it's viable for a Spirit Master and Spirit Beast below Level 30, the lower the level, the less it consumes per attempt, allowing more uses, but lower levels might increase failure rates. So, whether a high or low level is advantageous is debated."

So the bigger fish eat the smaller ones, right.

Still, Fu Fuyou's explanation made Lin Guang ponder—this Skill's learning requirements seem quite fitting for Vishdair.

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