Cosmic Demon

Chapter 127: The stars faded and the sun appeared

The [Electronic Mind] feature seems to be triggered passively.

Qin Shi's body and mind were in harmony. The moment he passed the test, he caught a sizzling signal fluctuation in his ears, and then heard an old voice that laughed extremely wildly, like a night owl.

"Like who?"

He felt puzzled and looked at the surveillance camera high on the wall.

Is there anyone else behind?
"I almost forgot, this kid is an all-around genius with psychic potential. Well, this is not like me, more like He Lanchan.

Unfortunately, it’s not pure enough.”

The white-haired old man stopped laughing and used the remote control to turn off all the screens.

He had already obtained the most satisfactory result and no further observation was needed.

"Teach him the 'Inner and Outer Godly Qigong'. With his talent, he will be able to meet the requirements in about a week and start practicing the 'Secret Code of the Universe'."

The white-haired old man spoke into the headset, and then no longer paid attention to the situation on the field.

Xiao Ren's talent is a little lacking, but he has a steady temperament and his teaching level is reassuring.

He pushed the wheelchair out of the room and walked along the corridor to a wider hall.

Xuanming, the conscious being responsible for maintaining the operation of everything here, quietly opened the light curtain like a caring housekeeper.

The dark, cold and profound background looks like a large scroll spreading outward.

The thirty-three administrative planets, arranged like a ring inside and outside, surround the imperial capital in the center, which is extremely magnificent and majestic.

It is said that during the oldest and most prosperous period of the Dongxia Empire.

The current territory is just the tip of the iceberg of "Purple Palace".

In the Dongxia Empire at that time, the infinite brilliance emitted by the Three Enclosures and Twenty-Eight Mansions almost illuminated the entire Milky Way.

“It’s like a dream.”

The white-haired old man looked at the scene and waved his hand after a moment.

As the light interweaves, the map of the Dongxia Republic is enlarged, showing the marginal areas more clearly.

There is a "giant light belt" that runs across the field and is incredibly wide.

It is like a road that has existed from ancient times to the present, leading generations of successors to a higher level "new world".

The white-haired old man looked at the "Heavenly Road" that countless martial artists dreamed of and longed to reach, and asked softly:

"Has the selection for the Star Cup Junior Group started?"

Xuan Ming's mellow voice echoed in the hall:

“The warm-up was started two months ago and the registration channel was opened last week.

Currently, Teikyo and Haizhou are the first to register, and 79 people have entered the youth group. "

The white-haired old man smiled when he heard this:

"It's a good year with a good harvest. The number is almost 100."

The Star Cup is a long-standing event, and it was not organized after the Dongxia Republic.

On the contrary, it is a descendant of the Dongxia Empire before the turbulent times.

It once became the most popular entertainment activity for the imperial family and nobles to participate in and watch.

It has had many other names in the past.

For example, "The Ascension Conference", "Luo Tian's Discussion on the Dao", "The Road to Becoming a God", and "The Ultimate Gate".

However, this ancient tradition, which has been passed down for thousands of years, has not even reached its 100th anniversary yet.

The most recent junior group finals were won by Yu Li, a new generation prodigy who was announced as the winner last year.

"Did the scholars at the Dongxia Supreme Research Institute tell me how long this extraordinary tide of stars returning to their positions will last?"

The white-haired old man asked in a deep voice.

"Academician Jiang Qianliu's preliminary estimate is that the first peak will be around twelve years, and after that, there will probably be two or three more waves that will break through the peak.

Therefore, the schedule of the Star Cup is currently determined to be a 20-year cycle, and this year is the fifth year. The player with the highest score in the junior group is Yu Li, "

The consciousness body Xuanming gave a detailed answer. It had almost the highest network authority in Hengzhou, and the depth of the content it retrieved was beyond imagination.

"The boy surnamed Yu has been sitting firmly at the top of the rankings for three consecutive years. No wonder Tomorrow Group is so high-profile and uses the word 'champion' in its promotional slogan."

The white-haired old man couldn't help but sneer. When they participated in the competition back then, there were not so many fancy marketing methods.

"In theory, Yu Li does have a huge advantage. His ranking in the standings is increasing steadily. In the next three years, it will be almost impossible for anyone to catch up with him. Even Long Danzi, who is in second place, has little chance."

Xuanming Consciousness Body analyzed rationally.

"That's just an assumption made by you big data-obsessed people."

The white-haired old man habitually retorted, and then asked:
"If the kid downstairs breaks through to the professional level within half a year, can he enter the top ten in the junior group?"

Xuanming's consciousness was silent for a few minutes, as if he was thinking seriously, or as if he was running an algorithm.

Finally he answered:

"In two and a half years, the chance of reaching the top ten in the standings after just entering the professional level is about 35 percent."

The white-haired old man was quite satisfied and nodded:
“That means there is drama.”

Xuanming's consciousness was truly silent this time.

It cannot be understood with its mind.

Why thirty-five percent probability?

It's called a play?

"Thousands of stars hold up the blazing sun!"

The white-haired old man sighed.

The last time the extraordinary tides of the stars returned to their positions lasted for three hundred years.

Create ten scorching suns!

Unfortunately, that road has not yet been taken!

This time, the receding extraordinary waves did not last long before another tide came.

All martial artists spend their entire lives chasing and grabbing!

Your own ultimate leap.

"Unfortunately, I am too old and may not be able to see the final."

The white-haired old man felt regretful that only a few of the old rivals of the first generation of top ten heroes were still alive.

He Lanchan died young, Qi Wuxiang lived in seclusion, Lian Yixing failed on his way to heaven, Kou Yunchao failed to break through the barrier, and Jiang Baichuan just ate and waited for death...

"Looking at past history, when the extraordinary waves swept across the starry sea, the tides rose and fell without regularity, and there were only two large-scale revivals that occurred one after the other. This situation was called the 'Golden Age'. On the contrary, if the extraordinary was silent for more than thousands of years, it would be the 'End of the Dharma'."

The white-haired old man knew a lot about the dusty secrets. The Star Cup existed because of the ancient Heavenly Road, and the opening of the Heavenly Road depended on the rise and fall of the extraordinary tides. Therefore, there was no fixed time for the event.

In ancient times, this was regarded as "immortal fate" and "great opportunity".

This means that if you are lucky enough and catch up, you will have the opportunity to become an immortal and live forever.

It is difficult to tell whether those incredible rumors are true or false.

But one thing is undeniable, every generation of Dongxia’s martial gods have walked the Heavenly Road, without exception.

They obtained amazing resources from it, including rare treasures and true spiritual sacred methods.

But all the war gods are very secretive about it, and only mention it vaguely, saying that the end of the Heavenly Road is the origin of the extraordinary path and contains the ultimate secret.

"He Lanchan gave up, and Qi Wuxiang never took that step. What is behind the Heavenly Road?"

There was desire in the white-haired old man's eyes. He had spent his entire life striving to move forward, all for one answer.

At the end of the old war, is there any way forward?
……

……

"May I ask where the road is? The road is under our feet..."

Qin Shi hummed a tune as he returned to the Talent Apartment. Three days had passed since he last fought with Lao Ren and passed the assessment. Every day he went to the Old Factory Street to learn "Inner and Outer Heroic Qigong" with Ren You, and discussed the old martial arts limit breaking with Lao Liang. His life was peaceful and comfortable.

The arrest and resolution of three serious criminals previously eliminated the "three evils" of the Inspection Department at one time, which caused quite a stir.

He walked out of the beverage store that had become a mess and ruins with his head held high. Someone took a picture of him and posted it on a forum for fighter enthusiasts, sparking heated discussion.

Qian Feng, the head teacher at school, called and said that a TV station wanted to interview Qin Shi, but Qin Shi declined.

After receiving the news, Chen Yun also asked with concern. He was relieved to know that no one was injured and took the initiative to agree to apply for equipment from the Inspection Department.

Lin Yunqing has been quiet for several days, and I don't know what the bitch is busy with.

Qin Shi was about to get on the elevator when he ran into Zhao Yunzhu in the lobby. The latter greeted him:
"Student Qin, what a coincidence! You haven't been to school for a long time. You were supposed to be the speaker for the opening ceremony, but you and Zheng Yun were not there, so Xu Mo was asked to go on stage."

Qin Shi shrugged. Showing off in front of his high school classmates was not as interesting as shocking the Hengda Martial Arts Department.

He said nonchalantly:

"Student Xu is very good. His study method is worth learning from. As for me, I just fumbled around on my own and didn't come up with any useful ideas. It would be a waste of everyone's time if I went up to speak."

Zhao Yunzhu's lively smile froze slightly. She felt inexplicably that Qin Shi was boasting in disguise and showing off in another way.

"Student Qin, you are so modest. I guess no one in Xinyi Middle School will be able to break your record of vitality growth in the future. By the way, I have set up a study group with several friends from the elite class, as well as top students from Hengda High School and Jiakai High School, to exchange experiences and techniques in developing vitality..."

Qin Shi lost interest halfway through listening and was thinking about an excuse to refuse, but he saw An Jing, who was elegant and intellectual, walking towards him.

Miss An smiled and said:
"Student Qin, I haven't seen you these days. The silk banner from the Inspection Department was sent here but you haven't signed for it yet. It's still in my office."

The silk banner is more timely than the reward.

Qin Shi secretly complained in his heart, still remembering Wei Zheguang told him that the reward amount was relatively large and required financial procedures.

"I'll get it later."

he whispered.

"Oh, Qin, the Tai'an Education Committee has specially approved two bottles of minerals, and you need to sign for them in person. These are military-grade strategic materials with very high specifications. I can't help you collect them."

An Jingchu had a smile on her face, exuding charm.

This high school boy who lives on the 17th floor of a talent apartment has shown extraordinary potential.

Not only the Hengzhou Martial Arts Association was willing to invest, but even the Tai'an Education Commission also invested resources.

It can be said that the future is promising.

"Minerals."

Qin Shi's eyes lit up.

It is said that this is a panacea for all extraordinary paths and a hard currency in the era of the universe.

"I'll be there right away."

Qin Shi's execution ability was off the charts, and he said to Zhao Yunzhu next to him:

"Sorry, I have something to do. Let's talk next time."

He ended the topic with three simple words and then stepped into the elevator with An Jingchu.

"Minerals..."

Zhao Yunzhu's parents are big agents for a pharmaceutical company and they know very well how precious this item is.

One has to go through all means to get the purchasing rights for United Pharmaceutical's Level 5 Energy Liquid, not to mention the mineral elements which are under more stringent monitoring.

"Yunzhu, sorry to have kept you waiting."

Xu Mo went downstairs in high spirits, and seeing Zhao Yunzhu in the lobby, he said excitedly:

"Let's go. Didn't we make an appointment with Fang Yuan and the others today? This study group is very useful. All the top students with 40 vitality points will participate, and they will definitely learn something! With mutual help, we may not be unable to catch up with Qin Shi and Zheng Yun!"

Zhao Yunzhu forced a smile. From what she had just seen, she deeply understood that the gap between the top students in Tai'an urban area and Qin Shi was too big.

Mineral elements cannot be obtained by just using connections. They must be reviewed and approved by the upper level before they can be issued.

The fact that Qin Shi had access to such high-standard resources was enough to show that his talent and potential surpassed those of all the top students in all schools.

"Yunzhu, what's wrong with you? Are you feeling unwell?"

Seeing that Zhao Yunzhu looked unhappy, Xu Mo asked with concern.

"No, let's go, don't be late."

The latter shook his head and looked towards the elevator again.

She had a feeling that Qin Shi would leave here soon.

On the seventeenth floor of the Talent Apartment, the treatment that he and Xu Mo longed for but could not get was just the starting point for the other party.

……

……

Fifteen minutes later, Qin Shi brought a black suitcase back to the apartment.

An Jingchu didn't say much, nor did he continue the last topic and invite himself to join Yuanneng Company.

This made him feel very emotional. This Miss An moved between the Education Commission and enterprises, and between the official and private sectors, and seemed to be very comfortable with it. He had no idea where she came from.

Opening the black suitcase requires dual recognition of fingerprint and iris, and finally entering a six-digit password.

After asking Lao Chen, Qin Shi completed the process.

With a click, the suitcase was unlocked and a wisp of cool air came out from inside.

Two tightly sealed bottles of "medicine" as thick as wrists were exposed to view.

It is about 300 milliliters in size, and the liquid inside is light gold with some impurities precipitated. Gently shaking it creates charming ripples.

The [Overgrowth] reaction was triggered almost instantly.

[Ingredients classification: stock solution]

[Quality: Intermediate]

[Edible part: All liquid volume stored in the bottle]

[Effects of consumption: Greatly increases blood and flesh activity, repairs body damage, strengthens organ tissues, compensates for genetic defects, gives a sense of fullness...]

"No wonder everyone wants to get the mineral element, it really is a panacea!"

Qin Shi took a deep breath. This thing can even make up for defects in the human genome. Doesn't that mean that if taken for a long time, it is possible to evolve into a higher life form with perfect genes?

"Too extravagant! Even if he is the grandson of the marshal, he wouldn't be so wasteful as to drink mineral water as if it were soda."

Qin Shi shook his head. His poor imagination could hardly describe the scene.

After admiring it for a moment, he took out his terminal and sent a message to Ren You.

At this point, Lao Liang was probably taking a break, and his master was not very willing to use electronic equipment.

I can only ask the intern at Nanhuang Taoist Temple how to best take the minerals.

[Ren You: Just take it orally, one third each time, divided into three days. Remember to use the "Inner and Outer Heroic Qigong" I taught you to guide and refine it.]

Mr. Ren is a serious person and didn't make any boring jokes about rectal absorption being more efficient.

drip.

The terminal vibrated twice again.

[Ren You: I remember that classmate Qin, you have broken the divine barrier, so you can keep a bottle and bring it into the inner scene to sublimate your spirit.]

[Ren You: Minerals can help you concentrate your thoughts faster and form mental visions.]

Qin Shi nodded to express his gratitude.

Lao Ren is an honest and capable person.

I wonder if the wild laughter captured earlier was from the legendary master of the Nanhuang Gym?
The respected senior who went to the edge of the galaxy to compete with the first generation of top ten players should not have lost his composure like that.

Qin Shi suppressed his distracting thoughts, opened the sealed iron can, and a whiff of rich aroma wafted out.

It was very strange, not a rich fragrance, but full of heat, like molten lava.

(End of this chapter)