Harvests from the Scripture Repository

The military off-road vehicle drove smoothly on the road back to Kyoto.

Fang Yan leaned back against the seat, his fingertips stroking the dark green python gall that he had just obtained. The gall felt ice-cold in his hand, and a pure energy slowly seeped into his body through his fingertips, allowing his meridians, which had just undergone a great battle, to relax comfortably.

[Item: Misty Giant Python Gall]
[Quality: Fine]
[Effects: After consumption, greatly enhances internal energy and has a chance to obtain the "Miasma Resistance" talent]
[Remarks: Inner core of a Martial Master realm Exotic Beast, containing rich water and poison elemental energy]

"This trip was quite rewarding," Chu Feng said from beside him, unable to hide his excitement. "Not only did we complete the mission, but my Blazing Sword Technique also had some insights during the recent battle. I feel like I'm not far from breaking through to the third level."

Fang Yan smiled. "Your progress is also very fast. By the way, how do you plan to use your reward?"

"How else?" Chu Feng said matter-of-factly. "I'll use the 5000 academic credits to get some cultivation resources first. That Intermediate Qi and Blood Pill is perfect for breaking through to the middle stage of the Martial Master realm. As for you, do you have any goals for choosing a technique in the Scripture Repository?"

Fang Yan shook his head. "I haven't decided yet. There are so many techniques in the Scripture Repository, I'll have to go and see for myself."

He actually had some ideas in mind. His Ice Soul Art had reached the third level, and although its power was not bad, the subsequent cultivation speed might slow down. He needed a technique that was more suitable for him, or one that could complement the Ice Soul Art.

The off-road vehicle soon arrived at Kyoto University of Science and Technology. Su Wan dropped the two off at the school gate and instructed, "I'll submit the mission report for you, and your rewards will be credited to your student cards later. Fang Yan, I've already activated your access to the Scripture Repository, you can go in anytime within the next three days."

"Thank you, Teacher Su," the two replied in unison.

After bidding farewell to Su Wan, Chu Feng eagerly went to the academic affairs office to redeem his rewards, while Fang Yan headed straight for the Scripture Repository deep within the school.

The Scripture Repository was located in the most secluded northwest corner of the campus, a seven-story ancient-looking tower. The tower was built entirely of grayish-blue giant stones, covered with dense ancient runes, exuding a sense of ancientness. Two elders with white beards and hair stood at the entrance, their auras calm and steady, clearly not ordinary people.

"Student, please show your student ID and access permission," one of the elders said, his voice hoarse but full of power.

Fang Yan handed over his student ID. The elder took it and brushed his finger over it, a faint light flashing.

"Hmm, Su Wan has already spoken to us. You may enter. You can browse freely on the third floor and below. The fourth floor and above require specific permission. Remember, you can only look, you cannot take them away, nor can you forcibly memorize them. There are restrictions within the repository," the elder reminded him.

"Understood," Fang Yan nodded and stepped into the Scripture Repository.

As soon as he entered, a rich scent of books wafted towards him. The first floor housed a large number of basic martial arts and theoretical books, mostly for freshmen. Fang Yan didn't stop and went straight up to the second floor.

The techniques on the second floor were mostly for the Warrior Realm to the early Martial Master realm, with a wide variety of styles, including sword, saber, fist, and palm techniques. Fang Yan walked slowly along the bookshelves, his eyes quickly scanning the covers of the martial arts manuals.

Great Strength Vajra Palm, Gale Step, Flowing Water Sword Technique...

These techniques were all good, but none were what Fang Yan was looking for. He needed a technique that could elevate his ice elemental abilities further or compensate for his weaknesses.

Unconsciously, he had already reached the third floor.

The techniques on the third floor were clearly more advanced than those on the second floor, mostly for the middle to late stages of the Martial Master realm, or even more profound techniques. There were also fewer people here, with only a handful of students engrossed in flipping through books.

Fang Yan's gaze was drawn to a technique with a blue cover.

[Technique: Profound Ice Force]
[Rank: Earth-tier Low Grade]
[Attribute: Ice Elemental]
[Description: A pure ice elemental internal cultivation technique. Cultivating it to great success allows one to condense Profound Ice True Qi, freezing everything. It has strong compatibility and can be used in conjunction with other ice elemental techniques.]

"Earth-tier Low Grade!" Fang Yan's heart stirred.

The martial arts techniques at the University of Science and Technology were divided into four tiers: Heaven, Earth, Profound, and Yellow, each with upper, middle, and lower grades. Yellow tier was the lowest, and Heaven tier was the highest. Ice Soul Art was only Profound tier Upper Grade, while this Profound Ice Force was Earth-tier Low Grade, a whole level higher. Moreover, it could be stacked with Ice Soul Art, making it seem tailor-made for him.

He reached out and took down the Profound Ice Force, opening its pages. The text was obscure and difficult to understand, accompanied by complex meridian circulation diagrams. Fang Yan studied it carefully, becoming more and more astonished as he read. The subtlety of this technique was far beyond what Ice Soul Art could compare to.

Just as he was engrossed in reading, a voice sounded behind him. "Student, are you also interested in Profound Ice Force?"

Fang Yan turned around and saw a young man in a white training uniform standing there. The man had a handsome face, a cool demeanor, and a hint of arrogance in his eyes. A silver badge was pinned to his chest, indicating that he was a special honor student at the school.

"Yes, this technique is very suitable for me," Fang Yan said calmly.

The man's lips curled into a cold smile. "Suitable? Profound Ice Force is extremely difficult to cultivate, requiring exceptional comprehension and ice elemental talent. In the entire school, no more than five people can cultivate it to minor success. Are you sure you can do it?"

Fang Yan ignored his provocation and simply said, "Whether I can do it or not, I'll only know after trying."

"Heh, you don't know the immensity of heaven and earth," the man chuckled disdainfully. "I've already reserved this Profound Ice Force. If you know what's good for you, pick another one."

Fang Yan frowned. "The rules of the Scripture Repository are first come, first served, aren't they?"

"Rules?" The man's eyes turned cold. "With me, I make the rules."

Just then, the elder from the entrance walked over and said sternly, "Li Hao, no shouting in the Scripture Repository, and certainly no snatching techniques chosen by others."

The man named Li Hao's expression changed. He was clearly wary of the elder and said in a low voice, "Yes, Elder Zhang."

He glared fiercely at Fang Yan, leaving behind the words "We'll see," before turning and leaving.

Fang Yan cupped his fists towards Elder Zhang. "Thank you, Elder Zhang."

Elder Zhang waved his hand. "It's nothing. Just follow the rules. Profound Ice Force is good, but it's not easy to cultivate. You'll have to fend for yourself." With that, he turned and left.

Fang Yan watched Li Hao's retreating figure, his eyes showing no ripples. He picked up the Profound Ice Force again, found a secluded corner, and sat down to continue studying.

Time passed little by little, and it was soon time for the Scripture Repository to close.

Fang Yan closed the book and put the Profound Ice Force back in its place. He did not try to memorize it forcibly, knowing that the restrictions of the Scripture Repository were not to be trifled with. He had already memorized the core essence of the technique and the cultivation methods for the first two levels, which was enough for him to cultivate for some time.

As he walked out of the Scripture Repository, the sun had already set.

Fang Yan took a deep breath, his heart filled with anticipation. With the Profound Ice Force and that Misty Giant Python Gallbladder, he was confident he could elevate his strength to a new level in a short period.

Returning to his dorm, Fang Yan immediately sat down cross-legged and took out the Misty Giant Python Gallbladder. He didn't rush to consume it, but first circulated the Ice Soul Art to adjust his internal energy to its optimal state.

A moment later, he opened his mouth and swallowed the entire python gallbladder.

The gallbladder dissolved the moment it entered his mouth, and an energy far more potent and violent than that of a breakthrough pill exploded within him!

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