C19 The True Value of Exquisite Fruit

Chu Yi was well aware of the true value of the Exquisite Fruit; it was, in essence, a treasure beyond price.

Yet, whether it was deemed priceless or valued at 18 million, it had been beyond Chu Yi's consideration until now.

The description provided was incredibly detailed, outlining the actual benefits of this Body Strengthening Fruit with precision.

In terms of effects alone, the Exquisite Fruit was comparable to the lower-tier Fourth Level Potions. However, the remarkable thing about this Body Strengthening Fruit was that it induced no resistance in the body whatsoever.

That's right, typical potions, when used excessively, would lead to a buildup of resistance. But this Body Strengthening Fruit had no such limitation. Theoretically, one could use it indefinitely, provided they could handle the side effects.

This unique attribute explained why the Body Strengthening Fruit, with effects on par with a Fourth Level Potion, could command a price akin to that of a Fifth Level Potion.

"Finished reading?"

"What do you think? Are you tempted?"

Tempted...

Certainly, he was tempted, but Chu Yi was no fool.

Longdong, sensing Chu Yi's hesitation, tempted him further: "Don't worry, you're a student I personally invited. Although this item is precious, it's not a big deal at Adirang Martial Arts College."

As Longdong spoke, Chu Yi scrutinized his demeanor closely.

Quickly, he discerned that Longdong appeared to be sincere.

It looked like Adirang Martial Arts College wasn't the dubious institution he had initially suspected.

The man seemed to have a solid foundation of confidence.

"Here's the deal: if you join Adirang Martial Arts College, I'll give you one for free!"

What a magnanimous offer!

Could such good fortune be true?

"Don't fret over the possibility of deceit. If you're skeptical, we can draft a formal agreement, and I can even give you the Body Strengthening Fruit beforehand!"

If Chu Yi had been merely intrigued before, now he was thoroughly captivated.

Only Chu Yi understood the Exquisite Fruit's real worth, and only he had the means to unlock its full potential!

With that in mind...

Chu Yi nodded affirmatively: "Agreed..."

At his response, Longdong's face lit up with joy.

In that moment, a binding agreement was forged between Chu Yi and Longdong.

Chu Yi simply needed to sign his name, as the federal government always took these agreements very seriously.

If Chu Yi were to sign the agreement and then fail to comply with its terms, the compensation would be exorbitant!

Chu Yi carefully read through the agreement before solemnly signing his name.

Longdong collected the agreement with a smile, his eyes gleaming with eagerness as he looked at Chu Yi.

"So, you're Chu Yi."

"Don't worry. Even though Adirang Martial Arts College is newly established, our foundation is as strong as any top-tier institution!"

"You'll see for yourself once you're enrolled."

"If Adirang Academy underestimates you, then show them the incredible talent they've lost!"

Now that he was his student, Longdong felt there was no such thing as too much praise.

Before receiving the Exquisite Fruit, Chu Yi had been hopeful about the college entrance exam but didn't expect to be the center of attention. Now, things were different.

With the Exquisite Fruit in hand, Chu Yi felt he might just have the opportunity to make a statement during the college entrance exam.

Longdong was magnanimous, casually handing over the Exquisite Fruit, valued at 18 million, to Chu Yi.

After the exchange, Longdong didn't linger or make further demands; he simply left. He had to, as Zhen Ye and the others had already departed, and he needed to catch up.

Chu Yi surmised that the Adirang Martial Arts College, being new, likely didn't have its own recruitment department yet. To identify potential talents, they would need to cleverly leverage the resources of the top three academies.

Holding the Exquisite Fruit, Chu Yi's eyes burned with anticipation.

Without a moment's hesitation, he made a beeline for Lee Guoqiang's office.

Chu Yi was about to request a leave of absence...

Ever since demonstrating his aptitude for array formations, Chu Yi had made a name for himself with Lee Guoqiang, making it relatively easy to ask for time off.

Lee Guoqiang was well aware of Chu Yi's circumstances. He understood that Chu Yi's future prospects hinged on his talent, not so much on academic studies.

Seeing Chu Yi's academic performance, Lee Guoqiang recognized that traditional learning was simply not Chu Yi's destiny.

After obtaining his leave slip, Chu Yi headed straight home. Upon opening the door, he let out a deep sigh of relief and made his way to his room. He pulled the Exquisite Fruit from his pocket, his gaze igniting with an intense fervor. The true worth of the Exquisite Fruit was something beyond the comprehension of others. Had they understood, the Exquisite Fruit would never be sold at such a price.

Chu Yi had secured a seven-day leave from Lee Guoqiang, dedicating this time solely to harness the Exquisite Fruit. "Side effects?" he mused with a smirk that never left his lips. "Typical of foolish humans... If only they realized that the true value of the Exquisite Fruit lay in those very side effects."

Indeed, the Exquisite Fruit's side effects were toxic. But this toxin was not lethal; it merely caused prolonged confusion and disorientation. Modern technology, however, offered solutions. By ingesting complex antidotes to counteract the toxin, and utilizing specialized medical equipment, one could significantly shorten the duration of the effects. The catch? The cost of these drugs and equipment was exorbitant.

Longdong had advised Chu Yi to wait until after his official enrollment at the academy to use the Exquisite Fruit. But Chu Yi couldn't wait. Even if he could, he would never consent to the removal of the so-called 'toxin'—for it was within the 'toxin' that the essence of the Exquisite Fruit resided. In the Immortal Demon World, the Exquisite Fruit was considered a rare treasure precisely because of this 'toxin', which was more aptly termed the Origin Substance.

This was the quintessential material capable of altering the very essence of beings. Such a substance was exceedingly valuable in the Immortal Demon World, and as far as Chu Yi knew, no medicine in this world contained the Origin Substance.

Holding the Exquisite Fruit delicately in his palm, Chu Yi contemplated which cultivation technique would best refine it. Soon enough, he had his answer: the formidable demonic cultivation method known as the "Heaven Refining Technique." The technique was described as immensely powerful, claiming that at its pinnacle, it could refine and consume the very fabric of the heavens themselves.

While Chu Yi wasn't entirely sure if the cultivation technique was as formidable as it was touted to be, he was certain that the "Heaven Refining Technique" could indeed help him refine the Origin Substance. Coveted by all living beings, the Origin Substance was a divine item capable of fundamentally altering a creature's nature, enabling them to evolve to a higher plane of existence. The Origin Substance was key.

Take Chu Yi, for example; he had calculated that if he managed to refine all the Origin Substance within the Exquisite Fruit, his physical essence would ascend by one level! Currently, Chu Yi could enhance his strength by ten kilograms each day. After evolving, he could potentially increase it by fifteen, or even twenty kilograms! This illustrates why the same cultivation technique yields such vast disparities among different beings.

Many argue that talent dictates one's future, and they're not wrong. The essence of life is a form of talent, and it's among the most crucial ones at that. With a sufficient amount of Origin Substance, Chu Yi was confident he could elevate his innate talent to heights beyond imagination.