" Tian Heng, the three of us have come to see you today because we have something extremely important to discuss." The white-haired but vigorous Meng Shenji, the Education Commissioner, spoke first, looking at Yu Tianheng with gentle eyes.
"Please speak."
Zhi Lin, the education committee member, picked up the conversation, his tone sincere. " Yu Tianheng, we've all heard about the cultivation method you taught at the Heaven's Chosen Society. This method is incredibly wondrous; it can increase the speed at which Soul Master condense Soul Power. If it could be introduced to the academy, allowing more students to benefit, it would be a tremendous boost to the academy's development."
"This?" Upon hearing this, Yu Tianheng unconsciously clenched his hands, his face showing a troubled expression.
Seeing this, Bai Baoshan quickly smiled and reassured him, " Yu Tianheng, don't worry. The academy will certainly not let you give in vain. As long as you are willing to hand over your cultivation methods to the academy, whatever your request is, as long as it is within the academy's capabilities, we will definitely fulfill it."
"Since all three education commissioners have said so, I can't keep it to myself."
"This cultivation method is called the Innate Skill, which has six levels. What I taught the members of the Heaven's Chosen Society Association is only the first level. There are five more levels. After cultivating the Innate Skill, each level you advance will double your cultivation speed. When you reach perfection, your Soul Power will condense at a speed twelve times faster than an ordinary Soul Master."
"What? Such a significant improvement!"
All three education commissioners looked shocked.
They had some prior knowledge that the methods taught by Yu Tianheng could increase Soul Master's cultivation speed by 50% to 100%, which seemed like a significant improvement, but the actual effect still depended on the Soul Master's own aptitude.
If Soul Master's talent is average, even if their cultivation speed is increased by 100%, they still cannot compare to those young Soul Master who are born with exceptional talent.
From this perspective, it's not a big deal.
But if there is a twelve-fold improvement, wouldn't that mean that even a fool, as long as he cultivates the Innate Skill and reaches the sixth level of perfection, can rival the cultivation speed of a genius Soul Master?
This is appalling.
As if reading the thoughts of the three education committee members, Yu Tianheng explained, "Although the Innate Skill can increase the speed at which Soul Master condenses Soul Power, it is an easy technique to learn but difficult to master. The first level is easy to grasp; most Soul Master can practice it unless they are idiots. However, the difficulty doubles at the second level, and the number of people who can successfully cultivate it will decrease by half. After that, it becomes increasingly difficult. Under normal circumstances, a cultivator may not be able to cultivate the Innate Skill to perfection even after a lifetime of effort. Reaching the fourth or fifth level is already considered exceptionally talented."
"Three members of the Education Committee, there's something I need to explain beforehand," Yu Tianheng continued. "The cultivation of this technique, like that of Soul Master, also depends on talent. If someone lacks talent, even if I impart the complete Innate Skill to them, they won't be able to master it. Do you understand?"
"So that's how it is!" Meng Shenji nodded. He had been wondering how such a heaven-defying method could exist in this world. It turned out there were certain limitations, which made it no surprise.
Zhi Lin waved his hand and said, "That's alright. Even if only the first level of the technique is passed down, it will be enough to benefit the entire Soul Master World."
" Tian Heng, please, you must pass on this technique to the academy, even if it's just for the first time, I beg you," Meng Shenji pleaded, grasping Yu Tianheng's hand.
Yu Tianheng withdrew his hand without making a sound, and bowed to indicate his willingness to impart the Innate Skill.
A flicker of surprise crossed the white-haired education commissioner's eyes, but doubt also lingered on his face. " Yu Tianheng, are you truly willing to give this precious cultivation technique to the academy? However..."
Yu Tianheng raised his hand in acknowledgment and solemnly said, "I am willing, but not without compensation. This Innate Skill was obtained by chance, and I have devoted a great deal of effort to its research and improvement. If you wish to cultivate it, you must pay the corresponding price."
"You mean you want to charge a fee?" Meng Shenji asked tentatively.
In his view, paying a price simply means spending money, right?
"Not bad." Yu Tianheng nodded. "The first level of the Innate Skill is priced at 500 Gold Soul Coin. This price seems high, but those who can enter the Heaven Dou Royal Academy are all noble children, their families are rolling in money. A mere 500 Gold Soul Coin is less than their monthly living expenses. They will definitely not refuse to spend it on a skill that can improve their cultivation speed. In this way, we can make a fortune. Half of the money earned will be mine to develop the Heaven's Chosen Society, and the other half will be given to the Education Committee. As for how the Education Committee uses it, I don't care."
After a brief, hushed discussion, Meng Shenji finally made the decision. "Alright, we'll do as you say. However, we still need to discuss the specific implementation details carefully."
The four then started arguing.
The final decision was made: Yu Tianheng would first provide the cultivation methods for the first four levels of the Innate Skill to the Education Committee, Education Committee be responsible for selling them. The first level would cost 500 Gold Soul Coin, the second level 1,000 Gold Soul Coin, the third level 2,000 gold soul coins, and the fourth level 5,000 Gold Soul Coin.
The money earned Heaven's Chosen Society.
Once the training manual is sold, students are not allowed to teach it to students who did not purchase it. Otherwise, if discovered, the academy will severely punish them.
Furthermore, one can only purchase the second level of the technique after successfully cultivating the first level, to prevent backlash from haphazard cultivation.
Both parties signed a contract.
Yu Tianheng and the three members of the Education Committee each received a copy.
After the discussion, Yu Tianheng handed the booklet containing the Innate Skill four levels of the Innate Skill to the three education committee members, Meng Shenji, Bai Baoshan, and Zhi Lin, saying, "You three are all highly respected elders. I will not accept the money required for this skill; I will give it to you for free. I hope this skill will be of some help to you."
The three of them took the booklet, all beaming with joy. After all, it was something worth 8500 Gold Soul Coin; who wouldn't be happy to get it for free?
"Then we three old folks will be too kind as to refuse. To be honest, we're also very curious to know what's so magical about this Innate Skill."
Yu Tianheng nodded. "Then you can continue your research. I have other matters to attend to, so I'll take my leave now."
After saying this, Yu Tianheng turned to leave the Education Committee.
But Meng Shenji called out to him.
" Tian Heng, wait a minute!"
Yu Tianheng paused, turned around, and saw Meng Shenji walking quickly towards him.
Meng Shenji stopped in front of Yu Tianheng, his gaze sharp, and asked, " Yu Tianheng, you have already broken through to level forty. Next, are you going to hunt Soul Beast in the Star Dou Great Forest?"
Yu Tianheng nodded slightly, his expression calm. "Yes. I am ready, and we will depart today."
Meng Shenji frowned slightly, his eyes full of concern, and asked again, "Do you need the academy to send some experts to accompany you on your hunt? The Star Dou Great Forest is fraught with danger; more help is always beneficial."
Yu Tianheng shook his head and declined. "Thank you for your kindness, Professor Meng, but it's not necessary. I plan to return to my family after leaving the academy, and I can have an elder accompany me. I won't trouble you any further."