Martial Arts Examination Displays Might

Okay, let's integrate the college entrance examination and martial arts cultivation more closely.

Three months of grueling training and review transformed Fang Yan. His academic performance surged, meeting the admission standards for martial arts universities. In terms of martial arts, his Blood Essence stabilized at 1.15, his Ice Heart Art reached minor completion, and both "Straight Punch · Sword Shadow · Wind" and "Wind-Rending Sword: Fist" became increasingly refined.

The college entrance examination arrived as scheduled, divided into two parts: the academic test and the martial arts test. The academic test was no longer a challenge for the current Fang Yan; he completed it with ease. The real highlight was the upcoming martial arts test.

The martial arts test was held in a massive training ground and consisted of three sections: basic strength assessment, martial skill demonstration, and combat.

Fang Yan passed the first two sections smoothly. In the basic strength assessment, his Blood Essence of 1.19 and the minor completion of his Ice Heart Art earned frequent nods from the proctors. During the martial skill demonstration, his set of fist techniques infused with ice energy scored highly.

The most crucial part, the combat, pitted him against a candidate wielding a long spear. The opponent's spear technique was fierce, his spear moving like a dragon emerging from the sea, forcing Fang Yan to retreat repeatedly.

"Are you just going to dodge?" the opponent taunted, his spear tip pointed directly at Fang Yan's throat.

Fang Yan's eyes narrowed. He realized that relying solely on punches and kicks would make it difficult to contend with a long weapon. He recalled Elder Chen's words: a true Martial Artist should be proficient in multiple weapons.

It seems it's time to learn a weapon, Fang Yan thought to himself.

Seizing the moment when his opponent's old strength had faded and new strength had yet to emerge, he used Wind-Treading Steps to circle to his opponent's flank and struck the hand holding the spear. The opponent cried out in pain, dropping his spear. Fang Yan took the opportunity to snatch the spear and grip it in his hand.

Although he had never systematically learned spear techniques, his foundation was solid, and he was skilled in swordplay. He attempted to integrate the techniques of Basic Sword Technique into his spearplay, combined with the ice energy from his Ice Heart Art.

"Wind-Rending Sword: Spear!"

Fang Yan shouted, sweeping the spear horizontally. The spear tip was coated in a layer of biting cold, whistling as it tore through the air towards his opponent.

The opponent's face changed drastically. In his haste, he could only block with his arm. With a "bang," he was sent flying backward, a thin layer of ice forming on his arm.

"I concede!" the opponent said with difficulty.

Fang Yan had won, but he was acutely aware of his shortcomings with weapons. After the martial arts test, he immediately sought out Elder Chen.

"Elder Chen, I wish to learn spear techniques."

Elder Chen looked at him and smiled slightly. "It's good that you've realized this. The path of martial arts should not be confined to a single form."

He handed Fang Yan an ancient book and a black spear. "This is the Profound Ice Spear Technique, our Mystic Martial Pavilion's intermediate spear technique. Its attributes align with your Ice Heart Art. This Ink Ice Spear is forged from thousand-year-old profound ice iron, which will better conduct your ice energy."

Fang Yan took the spear and the book, his heart filled with excitement. He could feel the spear's coolness in his hand, as if it resonated with his own profound ice inner energy.

"Thank you, Elder Chen!"

"Go, cultivate well. Your Outer Sect Disciple assessment is also approaching. This spear technique might become a great asset to you," Elder Chen said.

In the following days, Fang Yan became even busier. He reviewed his academic subjects during the day and practiced the Profound Ice Spear Technique in the Mystic Martial Pavilion at night. His progress was astonishing; in just half a month, he had reached the introductory level of the spear technique.

On the day of the Outer Sect Disciple assessment, Fang Yan, wielding the Ink Ice Spear, strode confidently into the examination grounds. This time, he was not only going to pass the assessment but also show everyone his growth!