"Although one possesses high Martial Bone talent, relying solely on this only yields a 50% chance of reaching the Martial Saint level. Without a solid foundation, success is uncertain and carries risks."
Headmaster Qin spoke slowly.
Having high talent is a good thing, but resources are a problem.
The National Academy has abundant resources, including top-tier resources, but it's still not enough to go around. Martial Bone Talent from a prestigious family is still lacking.
Jiang Ping's pupils contracted slightly as he asked, "What kind of resources?"
Headmaster Qin raised an eyebrow and replied, "You've been at the Martial Academy for a while now, so you should know that True Qi is divided into Ninth Stage."
"Yes." Jiang Ping nodded.
In the early stages, True Qi Internal Refinement internally; in the middle stages, External Gathering; and in the Late Stage, the requirements for Gathering Qi are even higher, requiring the gathering of Celestial Resources.
However, Celestial Resources are hard to find and relatively rare, and many talented students are still stuck in the middle school stage.
Moreover, they have high standards for themselves and need to cultivate Mystic Skill.
Headmaster Qin began, "Above the Ninth Stage, there are three more levels, known as the foundation of Martial Saint."
Jiang Ping was instantly moved, and quickly understood, saying, "The last three stages require some kind of even more special resource?"
"That's right." Headmaster Qin nodded and said:
"At the Fifth Rank Initial Stage, Internal Gathering of Six Qi. Some ancient sages believed that the cultivation of External Qi must also be aligned with the principles of 'Yin Yang Wind Rain Bright Darkness,' using the Six Qi to lay the foundation for the path of Martial Dao."
"However, while 'Yin and Yang' can be utilized, 'Wind, Rain, Light, and Obscurity' are not included and must be replaced by four other, stronger External Qi."
"Therefore, in these last three stages, we need to gather six more very rare External Qi to forge the foundation of a Martial Saint."
Jiang Ping raised an eyebrow and couldn't help but ask, "Does the Martial Academy possess these Six Qi?"
"There were some two years ago, but not anymore." Headmaster Qin shook his head.
He mentioned that the top-ranked Chenfeng Ranking took one of the last Six Qi and supposedly forged it into the True Qi Tenth Stage.
In fact, the other four people in the Top Five the Chenfeng Ranking have also used this Supreme External Qi, making them much stronger than the other Ninth Stage masters.
"You don't need to worry," the dean added. "This External Qi comes from a special geological feature Back Mountain the academy. The Martial Academy was originally established here because of this top-grade resource. It can regenerate every so often, and you'll be able to collect it in ten years."
"Ten years..."
Jiang Ping fell silent for a moment. Ten years seemed like a long time ago.
How many decades does one have in a lifetime?
"Black River Province also possesses a second type of Six Supreme Qi," Headmaster Qin added.
It is mentioned that this External Qi was located in a Dangerous Land, Three Academies fought over it two years later, mainly because of this thing.
"However," the dean sighed, indicating that this kind of External Qi was very precious, and if Jiang Ping were to directly receive a share, there would definitely be objections from some powerful families.
In another major province, there was a family that had reached the pinnacle of its power, and a saint from that family still exists today.
However, it would be very difficult for Jiang Ping to compete in Dangerous Land, such as the Black River Martial Academy, where the Number One on the Ranking player is a strong contender.
The other two academies also have masters at the Tenth Stage.
In two years, Jiang Ping would have a hard time even reaching the Eighth Stage or Ninth Stage, let alone catching up with such an existence.
Headmaster Qin paused for a moment, then said, "Our Qin Royal Family possesses two other Supreme External Qi."
"I would prefer to give it to you for free, hoping only that it will help my Great Li cultivate another Martial Saint."
"However," the old man added, "I cannot make decisions regarding Royal Family matters. If you wish to obtain it, you will likely have to make a promise in exchange."
Jiang Ping listened quietly, knowing that obtaining such resources would certainly come at a price.
"Actually, as long as the conditions aren't unreasonable, you can agree."
Qin Yuan then mentioned that with Jiang Ping's displayed talent, the Imperial City could not possibly remain peaceful, and those Great Era with such resources would definitely send people to find him.
If appropriate, promises can be made to obtain benefits from those aristocratic families.
For example, the sage Jiang, who shared the same talent as Jiang Ping, received financial assistance from a certain aristocratic family in his youth, which solidified his foundation and enabled him to become Becoming a Saint smoothly.
I'll consider it.
Jiang Ping nodded. Given his current situation, if he wanted to forge the True Qi Tenth Stage or Eleventh Stage of True Qi, he would definitely need someone's financial assistance.
Moreover, he had already broken ties with Wang Jiasheng and offended the Heihe Wang Family, so he definitely needed to find a backer to avoid an early death.
Back in the courtyard, Jiang Ping was still troubled. Even though he had come to the Martial Academy and displayed his Martial Bone talent, he still had to worry about resources.
There's no way around it; this is the reality for ordinary people trying to make it through the tough times. No matter how talented you are, if you don't have connections, the road ahead will be incredibly difficult.
"Even without such resources, I can still Becoming a Saint, it will just be a little later."
Jiang Ping glanced at the Purple-Gold Fate.
However, this is not what he wanted; achieving Becoming a Saint through Destiny would likely take longer.
He enjoys the exhilarating feeling of intense feedback and rapid improvement in strength.
Buzz!
Jiang Ping, who wasn't feeling sleepy, sat cross-legged in the Quiet room.
He had just broken through to the Fifth Rank and hadn't even had a chance to try it out yet.
"Condense!"
Jiang Ping concentrated his mind, trying to conjure Third Little Person in his mind.
Before long, his tired eyes narrowed slightly.
Within his Sea of Consciousness, a new, lifelike little figure stood. It yawned, as if it had just woken up, appearing lazy yet possessing a touch of the mysterious.
From then on, every bit of Jiang Ping put in to master the craft was a testament to his hard work!
The following morning.
Jiang Ping thought he could enjoy a few days of peace, but he didn't expect that people from prominent families would come to his door so soon.
He is a powerful senior brother from the Martial Academy, from the Black River Li Family.
"Junior brother, you are dazzling, and your future achievements are extraordinary. I can't catch up with you."
The other party was very polite, without putting on airs or flexing their muscles.
First, he praised him, then mentioned Wang Jiasheng's blocking of the road, which was entirely Wang's own decision, and the Li Family had no involvement.
Finally, he revealed his purpose: to bestow upon someone a Six Supreme Qi.
"What do I need to give in return?" Jiang Ping asked.
"If the Li Family ever encounters trouble in the future, please offer your protection, junior brother," the Senior Brother Li said with a smile.
This indicates that it is a precautionary measure, not an indication that a major enemy has been provoked.
"If I offend a Martial Saint in the future, will I still have to take action?"
"Junior Brother Jiang," Senior Brother Li sighed, "Unless someone of that caliber intervenes, no one can do anything to the Li Family."
"Of course, if my junior brother is no match for you, there's no need to force it," he added.
"Okay." Jiang Ping readily agreed.
This condition is relatively simple: as long as he considers someone untouchable, he doesn't need to show his face.
Then he reached out his hand, and his senior brother was taken aback, saying:
"Junior brother, do you need this kind of External Qi now?"
"You're only at the initial stage of True Qi now, there's no rush. How about I teach you when you reach the Ninth Stage?"
"That's fine, as long as it's what I need at the time, we can make further arrangements."
Jiang Ping nodded, then saw the guest out.
The senior brother concluded, "It's settled then. This matter shouldn't require waiting for you to reach the Ninth Stage; I will come to visit again soon, and I will certainly present the External Qi in two years."
Jiang Ping was taken aback; he seemed to know what kind of External Qi the Li Family was going to provide.
The next two days.
No prominent families paid them a visit, Cui Family did not send anyone to look for him.
According to Meng Yun, who came to visit, the Cui Family wanted to focus all their efforts on nurturing Cui Xianer and had no extra resources.
On the third day...
An elderly man from Yunze Province arrived. His surname was Lu, and he immediately produced a contract, saying, "Take a look, and sign it if it's suitable."