C20 The Opportunity to Earn a Lot of Money Is Here!

Ultimately, Lu Chong decided on mastering the Cloud Penetrating Finger and Mountain Hitting Crash techniques. These martial arts differed from his current repertoire, promising to shore up his weaknesses. The Cloud Penetrating Finger technique emphasizes finger strength and offers stealth and piercing capabilities. Meanwhile, Mountain Hitting Crash is suited for close-quarters combat, allowing practitioners to exert pressure on their opponents using elbows, shoulders, knees, and other body parts.

The Class Teacher was impressively efficient. After having Lu Chong wait in the office for a mere half-hour, he brought the Inheritance Jade Slip and handed it over for Lu Chong to accept personally. Once Lu Chong assimilated the techniques, a voice echoed in his mind: "Master, I am the Cloud Penetrating Finger, and I have reached the Beginner level." "And I am Mountain Hitting Crash, also at the Beginner level."

Lu Chong mused, "Both the Cloud Penetrating Finger and Mountain Hitting Crash have reached the Beginner level as expected. The only exception is the Golden Cicada Robe I received from the old principal, which has shown no progress." He was concerned when no notification followed the inheritance, but he concluded, "Clearly, Body Refining Martial Arts require special medicinal liquids or nutrients for advancement."

One needs more than just insight to improve in Body Refining Martial Arts; external resources are also essential. At least Lu Chong was relieved to know his automatic cultivation hadn't stalled—that was definitely good news.

"Lu Chong, don't forget your promise. Don't bite off more than you can chew," the Class Teacher cautioned, noticing Lu Chong's excitement. "I won't. Thank you. Now, I should head to class," Lu Chong replied with sincere gratitude, recognizing the Class Teacher's genuine concern for him.

"Hold on. There's something else you should be aware of," Wang Tong interjected. "Please, tell me," Lu Chong responded, giving Wang Tong his full attention.

"The final mock exam before the College Entrance Examination is in twenty-one days. Start getting ready," Wang Tong instructed earnestly. "We've allocated substantial educational funds to reward those who excel. The top student will receive nutrients worth three hundred thousand, and other high achievers will also be rewarded accordingly."

Lu Chong was thrilled; the school was indeed investing heavily. "No.1 High School may be prestigious in Guanyun City, but it doesn't rank in the top ten across Hedong Base Province. That's why both the school administration and the Department of Education are throwing their weight behind us, aiming to elevate our status and prevent our city's talent drain," Wang Tong elaborated.

"I'll give it my all," Lu Chong pledged, energized by the promise of such a substantial reward. He wasn't born into wealth and couldn't resist the allure of such fortune.

"Every year, post-mock exams, the school selects thirty elite students for the Department of Education's Pre-examination Special Training camp. It's a month-long opportunity you shouldn't miss. Stay vigilant and ensure you're not edged out by those from the Important Class," Wang Tong advised.

"Rest assured, I'll pour my heart and soul into it," Lu Chong declared, resolute.

"You're free to go now. But after school, come find me. I'll help you with your Wind Splitting Leg technique," the Class Teacher added.

After departing from the Class Teacher's office, Lu Chong headed straight for the classroom. Despite his tardiness, the History teacher greeted him with a smile and allowed him to take his seat—Lu Chong's history scores were consistently perfect, after all.

"Mr. Chong, you're making waves again," Chen Yufei whispered excitedly, showing Lu Chong his phone. "Students from other schools are talking about you, calling you a martial arts prodigy for mastering two techniques to perfection. And there's even a girl who's confessed her feelings for you."

Lu Chong paid no mind to Chen Yufei, focusing instead on his textbook, contemplating his training regimen, and strategizing how to secure that 300,000 yuan in the upcoming mock exam.

Just then, the History teacher, a true Martial Artist despite his age, lobbed a piece of chalk at Chen Yufei, reprimanding, "Chen Yufei, take your phone and stand by the podium. Don't distract Lu Chong from his studies."

Chen Yufei winced in pain, nursing a swelling on his forehead. Lu Chong stifled a laugh as Chen Yufei trudged off, leaving him in peace.

With only twenty-one days until the mock exam, Lu Chong knew he had to buckle down. This was his chance to make a significant sum, enough to alleviate his financial struggles. The costs of advancing his cultivation and mastering the Golden Cicada Robe were steep, and Lu Chong had to prepare for the future.

In reality, while Lu Chong could make some money by giving private lessons to Lou Qingqing, it was hardly enough to make ends meet.

Moreover, he was determined not to miss the pre-examination special training camp before the College Entrance Examination.

Lu Chong mused, "Over the next twenty days, I need to dedicate a significant amount of time to actively enhance my cultivation level and master the Golden Cicada Robe."

He was confident that with his Class Teacher's direct instruction, he would quickly progress in his Wind Splitting Leg technique.

Additionally, his recent mastery of the Cloud Penetrating Finger and Mountain Hitting Crash, both low-grade martial arts, meant he could cultivate them swiftly. By the time of the mock exam, he expected to elevate these two skills to the Arcane Stage, so there was no need to allocate extra time for their practice.

The history classes flew by, and by the end of the school day, Lu Chong's martial prowess and cultivation level had significantly improved.

Then, the familiar notification rang in his ears once more: "Name: Lu Chong.

Level: Martial Disciple Stage 5 (38%).

Martial Skills: Nine Shadow Step has reached the Stage of Perfection.

Monument Breaking Hand has reached the Stage of Perfection.

Wind Splitting Leg has reached Small Completion (36%).

Golden Cicada Robe is not yet at the Beginner Stage (2%).

Cloud Penetrating Finger is at the Beginner Stage (9%).

Mountain Hitting Crash is at the Beginner Stage (9%)."

Upon seeing this, Lu Chong thought to himself, "As expected, the nutrient supplements have boosted the growth rate of my Qi Accepting Spell by 8% in just two hours."

He was particularly pleased with the rapid advancement of his cultivation level. At this pace, he would reach Stage 6 of Martial Disciple in just one day.

However, to avoid alarming his Class Teacher, Lu Chong decided to postpone discussing his progress until tomorrow.

He resolved, "First, I'll seek out my Class Teacher to work on the Wind Splitting Leg. With two days of focused training, I should be able to achieve Great Completion."