A Family of Four (Seeking Collection)

"Thank you."

Looking at the shy female classmate in front of him, Jiang Ye didn't stand on ceremony and directly took the water bottle.

The female classmate ran away shyly, a hint of joy still on her face.

Meanwhile, Jiang Ye recalled Chen Zilu's last words in class.

"I really need to ask the teacher for more advice in the future."

According to the system, his comprehension would only increase by 30% when Chen Zilu was teaching.

Whether it was in class or in private tutoring sessions, both would be opportunities for him to improve.

Planning his future in his mind, Jiang Ye ended his day of cultivation and embarked on his journey home under the setting sun.

Taoyang Residential Area.

Building 12, Unit 606.

As soon as he returned home, he was greeted by a burst of fragrance. Looking up, he saw a plate of mouth-watering braised beef and corn ribs on the dining table.

"You're back?"

From the kitchen, his adoptive mother, Li Anping, saw him and smiled, "Quick, sit down and eat."

Jiang Ye washed his hands and then came to the dining table.

"Brother!"

A little girl, about fourth or fifth grade, ran over. She was exquisitely beautiful, with a hint of mischievous spirit in her eyes. She immediately hugged Jiang Ye and acted spoiled.

"Brother, do you have candy?"

Li Anping chided, "Tingting, it's time to eat."

Jiang Ting, Jiang Ye's sister, was a cute little loli who was not yet twelve years old.

Jiang Ye took a lollipop from his pocket and said, "Eat candy after you finish your meal, or I won't buy you any more in the future."

"Mhm, mhm, I know."

Jiang Ting accepted the lollipop, her face beaming with happiness.

The family of three sat down at the dining table. Li Anping casually asked, "Xiao Ye, how was your entrance exam today?"

"It was okay, 25th place," Jiang Ye replied.

Li Anping said in surprise, "25th place? That's a 15-place improvement from last semester?! Your dad will be so happy when he hears this."

Jiang Ye smiled and asked, "Why has Dad been coming home so late these days?"

"He's been working overtime at the factory these past few days."

Li Anping didn't explain further.

His adoptive father, Jiang Dahai, worked at the Ancheng Bionic Mechanical Factory, a place that specialized in processing bionic prosthetics.

Because of the existence of the "Shadow Calamity," danger lurked even within the city.

Every time a Shadow Calamity struck, the casualty rate remained high, causing the bionic industry to rise rapidly.

"According to this station's report, a Level 2 'Shadow Calamity' occurred in Qingyang City, Xishan Province, last night."

"The police, in conjunction with the Qingyang City Shadow Hunter Bureau, have successfully quelled this Shadow Calamity. We urge all residents to reduce their outdoor activities at night, and those below the Martial Arts First Realm should avoid going out at night."

The evening news was being broadcast on the wall-mounted television in the living room.

"Qingyang City?"

Jiang Ye's heart skipped a beat upon hearing the news.

Qingyang City was adjacent to Ancheng and was one of the top five major cities in Xishan Province.

It also housed a Martial Arts University, making its public safety far superior to Ancheng's.

Even so, once a Shadow Calamity occurred, casualties were unavoidable.

Jiang Ye's brow furrowed slightly.

"Only those in the Martial Arts First Realm have a sliver of self-preservation ability against a Shadow Calamity."

Martial Arts Have Seven Realms.

Each breakthrough was a shattering of the shackles of life level, a step towards a new height of existence.

During this process, all sorts of incredible Extraordinary abilities would emerge.

The first humans to break the shackles of life were known as [Starry Sky Martial Artists].

Also called "First Break."

Only at this level did one possess the confidence and strength to face a Shadow Calamity.

After dinner, Jiang Ye returned to his room to continue cultivating.

The Star Martial Cultivation Method was the basic cultivation method established by the Blue Star Federation and the first step towards becoming a Starry Sky Martial Artist.

After cultivating to Perfection, it meant approaching the First Life Lock.

But to step into the Martial Arts First Realm with this alone was not enough. It required undergoing several [Starry Sky Refinement]s to truly transform.

Of course, these were still very far from Jiang Ye's current state.

He glanced at his Panel.

--Low Martial Achievement System--

[Name: Jiang Ye]

[Physique: Mortal Body (Class C)]

[Cultivation Method]

Star Martial Cultivation Method: Minor Accomplishment (1%)

[Achievements]

Martial Arts Grandmaster, Friend of the Ancestor

--

Recalling the benefits brought by the two achievements.

Jiang Ye sincerely sighed, "It's still awesome to cheat."

He felt no shame about cheating.

Looking across the multiverse, which strong expert didn't cheat?

Cheating and effort were not in conflict. Effortlessly cheating was the true path of a strong expert.

"To get stronger quickly, I need to unlock more new achievements," Jiang Ye thought to himself.

These achievements were equivalent to buffs.

The effects could be stacked infinitely.

However, how to unlock new achievements was a problem.

"The two achievements I unlocked seem to be because the system made a mistake in its judgment," Jiang Ye's expression was strange.

To put it bluntly, the system could not accurately identify his environment.

It mistook a High Martial World for a Low Martial World.

It mistook an assessment for a sparring match.

The result was correct, but the process was a complete mess.

The current problem is, will the system continue to go in this direction?

Will it self-correct later?

These are all unknowns.

"I should just cultivate honestly for now," Jiang Ye thought to himself.

For him, the most reliable method was to wait until his strength increased and unlock higher martial achievements.

After unlocking more achievements and finding a pattern, he might have some clues.

"Once the cultivation method reaches Great Accomplishment, the body will undergo a transformation."

"Perhaps at that time, new achievements will be unlocked."

Jiang Ye gradually immersed himself in his cultivation, forgetting himself.

Ten o'clock in the evening.

"Creak~"

The sound of a door opening, and a middle-aged man walked into the house.

"How was it, honey, did you find a new job?"

Li Anping stepped forward and asked in a low voice.

Jiang Dahai gently shook his head, his expression a little tired: "It's a bit hard to find. Many companies refuse me when they hear I'm over forty."

Middle-aged, the crisis of unemployment.

Jiang Dahai was one of the members of this wave of unemployment.

"Tomorrow, I plan to apply at the Shadow Hunter Bureau. I heard they have night security positions open," Jiang Dahai planned as he sat on the sofa.

Li Anping's face changed slightly: "The Shadow Hunter Bureau? Isn't that the place that deals with Shadow Calamity? It's too dangerous!"

"Don't worry, I'll just be a doorman, there's no danger."

"But you'll be working at night."

Li Anping looked at her husband with a worried expression.

Even the news warned people not to go out at night.

Although Shadow Calamity could happen during the day, it occurred more often at night.

Although Jiang Dahai had also practiced martial arts, he hadn't even reached First Break, making it difficult for him to protect himself in times of danger.

Despite knowing these truths, Li Anping didn't know how to persuade him.

Jiang Ting was at an age where she needed to grow, and Jiang Ye was at a crucial stage of martial arts cultivation, requiring ample nutritional supplements.

Both children needed money.

The huge family expenses left her unsure how to continue the conversation.

"Alright, don't worry."

Jiang Dahai comforted her, "I'm just a gatekeeper, and it's the Shadow Hunter Bureau, the safest place in the city."

"Moreover, I'm also close to reaching First Break myself, I'm not as weak as you imagine."

Li Anping nodded.

She didn't continue the topic but said, "Xiao Ye ranked 25th in his opening school assessment this time."

"Really?"

Upon hearing this, Jiang Dahai's face broke into a smile. "Hahaha, this kid, I knew he could do it! Such a big improvement this time!"

He had also seen Jiang Ye's diligence.

But after the joy, Jiang Dahai sighed again:

"This child, if only he didn't have inferior aptitude."

"Otherwise, with his effort, he could get into a better Martial Arts University and wouldn't have to walk our old path in the future."

He and Li Anping both had inferior aptitude.

Therefore, he was even more aware of the limitations of inferior aptitude in martial arts.

Jiang Dahai slowly clenched his fist. "No matter what, since Xiao Ye is working so hard, I, as his father, can't hold him back."

Although Jiang Ye was adopted, after so many years, they had long treated him as their own son.

"Even if we have to sell everything we own, we will send our child to Martial Arts University," Jiang Dahai said in a low voice.

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