New Journey

The days of cultivation in the inner sect were fulfilling and brief. In half a year, Fang Yan's strength had undergone a qualitative leap.

His Blood Essence stabilized at 2.8, just one step away from the "Martial Master" realm. The Extreme Ice Prison Art had been cultivated to the third level, its chilling aura far surpassing anything before. The Ice Soul Spear Technique had also been mastered, and when combined with his awakened Ink Ice Spear Soul, his spear thrusts were like ice dragons emerging from the sea, possessing infinite power. The Great Desolation Prison Heaven Finger had even reached the intermediate stage, capable of piercing metal and stone with a single strike.

One day, Wu Bing summoned Fang Yan and handed him a recruitment brochure.

"Fang Yan, the Kyoto University of Science and Technology has begun its recruitment. This is the most elite martial arts academy in the entire Great Xia Dynasty, gathering geniuses from all over the country. Your strength is already sufficient; I hope you can go there for advanced studies."

Fang Yan took the brochure, his heart stirred by a great wave. Kyoto University of Science and Technology! That was a sacred land that all martial artists dreamed of!

"But, Elder Wu, I'm still your registered disciple..." Fang Yan hesitated.

Wu Bing smiled slightly, "Silly child, Mystic Martial Pavilion is your root, but Kyoto University of Science and Technology can offer you a broader world. Your talent shouldn't be confined here. Go with peace of mind; there, you can learn more and stronger things. I have already prepared a letter of recommendation for you."

He handed Fang Yan a sealed letter, "Take this and go to Kyoto to register. Remember, no matter where you go, never forget that you are from Mystic Martial Pavilion, and never forget your original intention."

"Disciple understands! Thank you, Elder Wu!" Fang Yan bowed deeply, his eyes filled with gratitude.

After bidding farewell to Elder Wu Bing and everyone at Mystic Martial Pavilion, Fang Yan, carrying the Ink Ice Spear on his back and the letter of recommendation, embarked on the road to Kyoto.

He traveled through dust and wind, and after half a month, Fang Yan finally arrived in Kyoto. This ancient and prosperous city was even grander than he had imagined. On the streets, martial artists with abundant Blood Essence were everywhere, and there were even powerhouses in the Martial Master realm.

The registration point for Kyoto University of Science and Technology was set up in a huge square in the city center. The square was crowded with people, gathering geniuses from all over the country, each with confidence and anticipation on their faces.

Fang Yan queued up to register. When he presented Elder Wu Bing's letter of recommendation, a flicker of surprise flashed in the eyes of the teacher in charge of registration, who immediately received him with respect.

"So, you are a disciple recommended by Elder Wu of Mystic Martial Pavilion. My apologies." The teacher said with a smile, "I will personally handle your registration. You can participate in the entrance test tomorrow."

After thanking him, Fang Yan took his admission ticket and found an inn to stay. He knew that tomorrow's entrance test would be a fierce battle. None of the people who came here were weak.

The next day, the entrance test officially began. The test was divided into three parts: Blood Essence test, combat simulation, and potential assessment.

In the Blood Essence test, Fang Yan's 2.8 Blood Essence drew a gasp from the crowd. Although not the highest, it was among the top levels among the many candidates.

In the combat simulation segment, candidates needed to enter a virtual space and fight against virtual demonic beasts. Fang Yan encountered a "Frost Giant Bear" with 3.0 Blood Essence. Facing the powerful demonic beast, Fang Yan showed no fear. He held the Ink Ice Spear and performed the Ice Soul Spear Technique, his spear shadows weaving like a net, exuding a chilling aura.

"Ice Soul Spear Technique: Ice Dragon Roar!"

Fang Yan let out a low cry and thrust the Ink Ice Spear forward fiercely. A giant ice dragon phantom erupted from the spear tip, instantly engulfing the Frost Giant Bear. The virtual space prompted: Battle Victory!

The last item, potential assessment, was personally handled by a white-haired old man. The old man merely glanced at Fang Yan, sensed the internal energy within him and the aura of the Ink Ice Spear, and then nodded, "Not bad. Excellent bone structure, pure internal energy, and aided by a Weapon Soul. Potential Grade A!"

After the three tests concluded, Fang Yan successfully passed the entrance test with excellent results and became a freshman at Kyoto University of Science and Technology.

Standing inside the gates of Kyoto University of Science and Technology, looking at the magnificent teaching buildings and the senior students diligently cultivating on the training grounds, Fang Yan's heart was filled with ambition.

"Kyoto University of Science and Technology, I'm here!"

He knew that this would be a new starting point for his Martial Dao journey. The road ahead might be full of thorns, but he was confident that with his own efforts and the Ink Ice Spear in his hand, he would carve out a world of his own in this academy teeming with geniuses!