One Punch Blast

"1681kg!"

"1726kg!"

"1732kg!"

BANG! BANG! BANG!

Three punches landed, and the punch strength testing machine vibrated non-stop.

A few moments later, an electronic voice sounded.

"Tester Ye Cang, average punch strength 1713kg! Passed the Warrior's first test, punch strength!"

Ye Cang's expression remained unchanged as he looked at the displayed data.

He had held back quite a bit of his strength.

Beside him, however, the female staff member's mouth hung open in shock.

It was the first time she had encountered such high data for the initial assessment.

Those who wished to enjoy the benefits of the Divine Firmament Martial Arts Hall were usually those whose strength was just barely sufficient, eager to obtain the benefits as quickly as possible.

It was rare for someone like Ye Cang to wait until their strength had improved to this extent before testing.

"Mr. Ye, please follow me this way for the speed test!"

A few moments later, the female staff member snapped out of her shock and spoke hurriedly.

Hearing this, Ye Cang didn't move. Instead, he looked at the female staff member.

"I heard that the stronger the displayed strength at your Divine Firmament Martial Arts Hall, the better the treatment?"

As the female staff member was about to answer his question, a male voice suddenly came from outside the door.

"That's right! It sounds like you haven't unleashed your full power yet?"

Tap, tap...

Footsteps sounded, and a middle-aged man in plain clothes walked in from the doorway.

Ye Cang was confused upon seeing him, but a flicker of shock flashed in the female staff member's eyes before she quickly bowed respectfully.

"Greetings, Hall Master Tang!"

Then, the female staff member tugged at Ye Cang, gesturing to him as she spoke:

"This is Tang Hong, the branch hall master of the Warrior Zone at our Divine Firmament Martial Arts Hall. He's a General!"

Her tone was filled with respect and admiration.

Hearing this, Ye Cang also cupped his fists.

"Greetings, Hall Master Tang!"

Seeing Ye Cang's gesture, Tang Hong waved his hand dismissively and then sized him up with interest.

He had originally just wanted to go home after work, but he didn't expect the notification for the assessment room to be active at this time.

Driven by curiosity, he came down to take a look.

He hadn't expected to discover an interesting Warrior.

After observing him for a few moments, Tang Hong spoke slowly.

"Everyone who wants to join our Divine Firmament Martial Arts Hall is extremely eager. Some even take five or six attempts to pass the assessment, but someone like you is quite rare."

"However, our Divine Firmament Martial Arts Hall bases treatment on strength. It makes no difference whether you join early or late. As long as you display the corresponding strength, you will receive the corresponding treatment."

As he spoke, he gestured to the female staff member to start the second test.

"Come on! Let me see your true power!"

Tang Hong pointed at the punch strength testing machine in front of them.

"If you have the strength of an Intermediate Martial Artist, I promise to give you 3 million Huaxia Coins as initial funding. Furthermore, if you can complete missions each month, you'll receive a base salary of 500,000 Huaxia Coins, plus bonus rewards for missions."

Ye Cang's heart stirred upon hearing Tang Hong's words.

3 million Huaxia Coins!

That was close to his current net worth, not to mention the high monthly base salary.

With this thought, Ye Cang walked to the punch strength testing machine.

"What if I have the strength of a High-level Warrior?"

Ye Cang asked curiously, turning his head.

"Haha! If you truly possess such strength, I'll give you 10 million in initial funding, along with corresponding benefits."

Tang Hong laughed heartily.

Hearing this, a smile flashed across Ye Cang's lips.

Ten million Huaxia Coins!

And it only took three punches!

Bang!

"6320kg!"

Seeing the number, Ye Cang continued to punch.

This was merely his current normal strength!

However, he had already reached the late stage of Intermediate Martial Artist.

Bang!

Another loud noise.

"7560kg!"

The number increased again.

He had used the Force from the Blood Shadow Flow Killing Sword Art.

Looking at the numbers that popped up, Tang Hong's eyes trembled.

Advanced Martial Artist!

This person actually possessed such strength!

And at this moment, Ye Cang threw his third punch.

Bang!

"8820kg!"

The punch force testing machine shook violently.

Seeing this, Tang Hong was so shocked he couldn't speak.

A few breaths later.

The electronic voice broke the silence of the assessment room.

"Tester Ye Cang, average punch force 7566kg! Rated as early stage Advanced Martial Artist combat power!"

Listening to the data the machine announced, Tang Hong steadied himself and said with a chuckle.

"Not bad! You used the force application techniques of a Combat Skill in the last two attempts, didn't you? With a 50% increase in power, you must have cultivated that Combat Skill to the perfected stage."

Tang Hong had seen through Ye Cang's method.

Before Ye Cang could answer, Tang Hong continued:

"Compared to the increase in strength, the realm of Combat Skills is fundamental. After all, every realm has a limit to its strength, but the deeper one's understanding of Combat Skills, the stronger their combat power will be at the same level."

"Moreover, the stronger one's comprehension, the greater their potential. There's a higher chance of comprehending that elusive Artistic Conception, and a chance to ascend to the War Venerable realm!"

As he spoke the last words, a hint of longing flashed across Tang Hong's expression.

Artistic Conception!

He wondered how many peak Generals were trapped at this bottleneck, ultimately giving up on the War Venerable realm and regretting it for life.

Beside him, Ye Cang, hearing this information, felt a stir in his heart.

The martial arts cultivation in this world was divided into Martial Disciple, Warrior, General, and War Venerable.

And the War Kings who established the King City.

He had originally thought that improving his realm only required continuously increasing his strength.

But from the information he just received, it seemed that for a General to break through to War Venerable, it wasn't just about a breakthrough in strength.

At this moment, the gap between him, a rogue cultivator, and the students of a traditional martial arts hall was clearly evident.

If nothing else, in terms of martial arts knowledge, his reserves were clearly insufficient.

"Artistic Conception? Does my 'Blood Drop' intent count? Have I already reached the prerequisite for breaking through to War Venerable?"

Thinking this, Ye Cang's heart moved.

"I originally planned to use Psionic Energy to improve my treatment, but now it seems there's a better option. Artistic Conception is the path of a Warrior. Compared to Psionic Energy, it seems to better reflect my value."

"The Divine Firmament Martial Arts Hall offers treatment several times better for geniuses than for ordinary Warriors. Since I've decided to join the Divine Firmament Martial Arts Hall, I might as well showcase my value all at once and obtain more resources."

After thinking for a few breaths, Ye Cang looked up at Tang Hong and slowly spoke.

"Hall Master Tang! I want to test again."

"Hmm? Do you still have some strength hidden?"

"Yes!"

Ye Cang nodded.

"Good! Then I'll give you another chance. I want to see your limit!"

Tang Hong looked at Ye Cang solemnly.

In front of the punch force testing machine.

Ye Cang adjusted his breathing, and a mysterious power surged within him.

Blood Drop Artistic Conception!

Burst!

BOOM!

The air hummed as Ye Cang's fist shot out like lightning, smashing heavily onto the punch strength testing machine before him.

"Oh no!"

In an instant, Tang Hong's expression changed.

Just as he expected, to his shocked gaze.

With a 'bang', the punch strength testing machine in front of Ye Cang exploded.

Parts flew everywhere, nearly hitting the female staff member nearby.

Ye Cang froze on the spot.

"The punch strength testing machine…"

"Exploded!"