Bab 16: Meet For Talent!
The training session took up a whole night. Li Fenshuang counted the days in his mind. He has been awake for two whole days.
As a 2nd Stage Martial Master, he could be awake for a week, and he required 4 hours of sleep to recover his spirit. Just this factor alone was already enough to create a massive gap between Martial Masters and ordinary people.
Ordinary people spent 120 days of their year to sleep. Not to mention higher Martial Masters, even a 1st Stage Martial Master only spent 20 days in a year to recuperate.
Since he already won the Martial Arts Competition, he could finally focus on his training to prepare for the Final Examination. Although he had the recommendation letter, what's the harm in broadening his horizon?
Li Fenshuang planned to restock his rations with nutritious food to maximize his training efficiency. He also wanted to purchase some digital utilities such as a computer and a television. He had not realized it, but it had already been 6 days since he awakened his memories.
It was currently weekend. Li Fenshuang checked the date on his brain new phone. He froze for a moment.
"It's already Sunday?"
He suddenly felt a sense of urgency. With inhumane speed, he took a bath, wore his outing clothes, and headed out. He greeted the elders with a smile and informed them of the result of the competition.
Elder Ji couldn't seem to keep the news to himself, so all of the elders here knew of his participation.
After receiving their heartfelt congratulation and their promise to give some gifts, Li Fenshuang finally bid farewell and ran to the square town.
"It seems like Little Be has indeed been planning something for this kid. Three years of no progress, and suddenly, he shoots up like a meteor."
"It could be that, or perhaps Little Ang is just that monstrous. He could've been hiding his capabilities!"
"I prefer to think that he had a fortuitous encounter and changed his fate in one fell swoop."
"Bah, Old Loud Li, you and your nonsense!"
As they continued to bicker, Li Fenshuang ran through the town and came across a familiar corner. He felt sentimental as he traced the walls, showing a reminiscence look in his eyes.
With this life and his past life combined, he has been going back and forth between home and school through this corner for over 6 years. He didn't immerse himself too deeply as he quickly left the scene and arrived at the square town.
He immediately searched for an electronic shop.
As soon as he found one, he didn't hesitate. Soon, just a dozen minutes later, Li Fenshuang came out of the modernistic shop with a few boxes. He asked the owner to keep them in the shop for a while as he needed to buy some rations.
He'll pick them up later.
Li Fenshuang was not complicated when it comes to shopping. As soon as it can be utilized according to his needs, then he shall buy it. With his current budget, no need to think much.
It was also the same for rations. But he didn't buy raw, unprocessed ingredients. Instead, he preferred catering. He can't cook, regrettably.
After a quick search on his phone, he found a considerably expensive restaurant with a catering service near the square town.
The name of the restaurant was Xianji Restaurant, which was originated from one of the transcendence forces, the Xianji Corporation. Unlike other forces, it was mainly focused on economy, and was liked by many forces.
It costs around 1,000 GD for a day's worth of food. It means he must pay over 30,000 GD per month. The meat used for the catering came from domesticated animals that have been affected by the planet's evolution, providing unimaginable amounts of nutrients. An ordinary person would feel full for a week just by having a plate of it!
Numerous wild animals have evolved, becoming gigantic, fearsome beasts. However, it was actually not a bad thing for mankind. With this, they could train their warriors to temper them in the fire of battles and life-and-death situations, making them capable of resisting the extraterrestrials and those who are hostile towards their Blue Planet.
He didn't react much at the price. In his opinion, money should be used for necessities. Without that value, money is pretty much useless.
"The daily rations will be sent to your address every day to ensure the freshness of the food. Do you mind?"
"No problem."
"Alright. Since you came today, we could give you the food."
The food was contained inside a stack of three large boxes. Li Fenshuang nodded, clearly satisfied. His expectation of a meal that cost him a house for just two months was on point.
He was just about to leave the luxurious restaurant when a figure appeared in the corner of his eye. His eyes trembled when he saw a trademark pair of icy eyes.
Li Fenshuang hesitated, but a trace of determination erased all of the hesitation within him. He just needs to talk, and then he'll be able to get another talent.
With a stride, he slowly walked towards Zhu Xueyan, who quietly enjoyed her meal. Because this restaurant was not for ordinary people, there are not many people that eat there.
He could get the address merely because of his martial privilege.
Thus, Zhu Xueyan could peacefully eat her food. She was just about to take another bite when a stiff figure appeared in her vision.
She turned her head and was surprised when it was someone she knew.
"Hey, Zhu Xueyan."
"It's you."
Li Fenshuang was used to making mistakes, so he didn't bash himself too much for that awkward greeting.
His fire was set ablaze just by looking at her graceful sitting posture. With this, his objective has been completed. Now, how does he get out of this situation?
He was momentarily stunned. A prideful, peerless young woman like Zhu Xueyan, wouldn't she feel offended if he directly left like that?
He must make a perfect move. A move so impeccable and severe that not only would he be able to escape from this situation, but he also wouldn't offend her.
It's not that he doesn't want to talk to her, but he truly has no correlated topics that resonate with this young woman. It only took a second for him to realize all this as he lightly smiled at her.
"You remember me?"
"I do. You're that depressed Li Fenshuang, right? The one who didn't even buy any books and only brought a single notebook in every period."
Zhu Xueyan looked at him with a hint of confusion. Li Fenshuang was stunned speechless as he heard his past conduct.
Such a dark past, it would be better if no one knew it!
"I was under some influences. Fortunately, I managed to come out."
"I can see that."
The conversation was somewhat dull, but at least it wasn't as awkward as he initially thought. Zhu Xueyan doesn't seem to be repulsed by him as she continues the flow of the conversation.
Li Fenshuang made a mental note about this. At least she understood that he did not come with any unscrupulous intentions.
"It's nice to talk with you, classmate Zhu Xueyan. It's a shame that I must go now. There are some matters I gotta do."
"Alright."
The cold girl nodded lightly as she continued to eat. Li Fenshuang sighed in relief as soon as he turned his back to leave the scene. It seems like his plan succeeded!
He was being respectful as possible. He didn't even ask the reason for her absence!
Zhu Xueyan watched quietly as that tall, refined figure left the store. Her indifference was replaced by a look of curiosity, and she subconsciously nibbled on her fork.
"He's already at 2nd Stage now... Master is right. I should work harder! Li Fenshuang could become a 2nd Stage Martial Master in a matter of days. That means being the best in the Great Mountain State wasn't enough. Given enough time, Li Fenshuang could do it easily."
"This is not enough!"
"I must make a breakthrough towards the next realm as soon as possible to dominate the geniuses of the Kun Continent!"
In her heart, she vowed to herself to never underestimate anyone ever again! Meeting Li Fenshuang has taught her a very important lesson.
Li Fenshuang's calm disposition was disrupted immediately when he was out of the restaurant. His heart was raging with excitement, whether it was by talking to Zhu Xueyan or receiving a new talent.
"It's both!"
He was truly lucky to meet her that day! Not only did he get to see such a beautiful person, but he also got a life-saving grace that could grant him talents!
It could be said that she was the reason he did not get swallowed by despair back then!
"I owe her a lot."
Many would thought that this was a coincidence, but as an avid xianxia reader, Li Fenshuang understood that it was not as simple as that. There must be some undercurrents of fate that interconnected all of these variables to create his current situation.
Li Fenshuang shook his head to shake off all the unnecessary thoughts. To think he still let his delusion take control...
It was somewhat embarrassing.
After picking up his stuff at the electronic store, Li Fenshuang leisurely walked through the town. Many people were dumbfounded as they looked at him, who easily carried so many boxes.
"A Martial Master..."
"A young one at that!"
The man ignored their reaction. When the sun was right above his head, he finally arrived at home. For a Martial Master like him, the heat did not affect him, thus he was unbothered to buy an air conditioner.
It was still hot, but not so bad that he would bathe in his own sweat.
After preparing everything for his daily training, Li Fenshuang was about to eat his delicious meal when a ringing tone was heard from his phone.
He furrowed his eyebrows as he swiped up the screen and clicked on the new message.
"It's Senior Yue!"
She sent a file. When he opened it up, it showed the amount of pages it contained, along with the content.
"Over 500 pages of the materials for the Theory Test in the Final Examination..."
Although he didn't mind training, he couldn't help but sigh tiredly as he scrolled down the entire file. This is gonna be a long night...
Fortunately, something he's been expecting has appeared. Li Fenshuang's tired eyes lit up as he skimmed them up.
| The Future Zero Sword Empress showed her graceful disposition, and your heart was set ablaze. Your conviction to stand by her side by side has become stronger!
| You received a talent, Faith (White)!
[Your first-time privilege of receiving 3 special talents by meeting a fairy has ended! ]
[Now, you can no longer receive talent by meeting the same fairy twice!]
[Nor could you receive a special talent by just meeting a fairy!]
| Faith (White): The stronger the believe, the stronger you'll become! Limit: 10x.
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