Chapter 133: Fastest Achievement of Qi Ming General Star! Top 100 Starry Sky Martial Arts University Alliance

Chapter 133: Fastest Achievement of the Radiant Star General! Joint Letter from the Top 100 Starry Sky Martial Universities! (Third Update, Begging for Monthly Tickets~)

At the top of the observation tower, a deathly silence reigned.

The earth-shattering cheers from the main arena below, enough to lift the roof, seemed blocked by an invisible barrier, unable to penetrate this area where admissions mentors from over a hundred elite academies of the Canaan Galaxy had gathered.

At this moment, time seemed to have pressed the pause button.

Everyone's movements froze in the instant of standing up.

Their eyes were wide, mouths agape, faces frozen in the same expression—a complex mix of extreme shock and disbelief.

Their gazes were locked onto the young man on the central arena, who had withdrawn his spear and stood upright, as if trying to etch his figure onto their retinas.

"Mastery Realm..."

"Both his Thousand Army Spear and Fierce Bird Fist have reached the Mastery Realm!"

"A peerless genius!"

Someone muttered in a hoarse voice, breaking the frozen silence.

These words, like a pebble thrown into a calm lake, instantly stirred up a thousand waves.

The entire top floor of the observation tower erupted into chaos.

"Both at Mastery? Did I hear that right? At less than eighteen years old?"

A young mentor tugged at his hair in disbelief, his tone full of doubt about reality.

"Truly a prodigy."

"A monster! He's not a genius; he's a complete monster!"

Doubts, exclamations, and fervent discussions rose and fell.

These mentors from the top 100 martial universities, usually with lofty standards and accustomed to all kinds of geniuses, had completely lost their usual composure and calm.

Because the significance of the word "Mastery Realm" was too heavy, too extraordinary.

Though only one realm away from "Perfection," it represented a qualitative leap from "human" to "divine" in martial arts cultivation—two entirely different realms, signifying that one had forged their own path!

From Beginner, Minor Achievement, Major Achievement, to Perfection, these four realms were essentially about "learning" and "imitating."

Most martial artists learned the most perfect techniques and power skills created by the "Imperial Think Tank" with painstaking effort and wisdom.

What they pursued was to infinitely approach that set of inherent "standard answers" in every movement and every ounce of strength.

Whoever "imitated" the most accurately, whoever had the lowest error rate, had the higher realm.

Thus, the Perfection Realm was the ultimate in imitation.

The "Mastery Realm," however, was an entirely different level.

It meant that imitation was no longer necessary.

It represented a complete and thorough understanding of the core essence and underlying logic of the killing technique.

From muscle power, to energy circulation, to artistic conception and spirit, the technique held no secrets for you anymore.

At this stage, you could dismantle, reassemble, and evolve the technique at will, even integrating the essence of other techniques to create new variations.

Reaching the "Mastery Realm" meant that this technique created by predecessors had become your own "material library."

Martial artists could use these materials to create a unique combat system that truly belonged to them.

"Throughout the entire Empire, the vast majority of Level 7 'Mountain-Sea Warriors,' Level 8 'Sun-Moon Warriors,' and Level 9 'Ultimate Warriors' may spend their entire lives without being able to cultivate a single top-tier killing technique to the 'Mastery' level. This requires not only massive resources and unremitting effort but also that elusive thing called 'comprehension' and 'talent.'"

"Mastery Realm means forging one's own path!"

A mentor exclaimed.

Forging one's own path!

These six words represented the ultimate pursuit for any being on the path of martial arts.

At this moment, the top floor of the observation tower fell into silence again.

If before, Qin Feng was seen as an "S-grade" top genius in their eyes.

Then now, that evaluation had been completely overturned.

The young man before them was a true "prodigy"!

After a brief silence, someone was the first to react, frantically operating their personal terminal.

This action was like a signal.

Instantly, the entire top floor of the observation tower fell into chaos.

"Hurry! S-grade contract! No! S+ grade! Insufficient authority? Connect me to the principal! Tell him I've discovered a Mastery Realm prodigy!"

"Add all the conditions we can offer! Triple the S-grade cultivation resources! No! Five times! An annual 'Holy Blood Pool' baptism slot! A planetary-grade custom spiritual energy weapon! As long as he comes, conditions are open!"

"My authority only allows a standard S-grade contract! Add an extra condition: 'Master-level mentor one-on-one guidance'!"

All reserve, all composure, was thrown to the wind at this moment.

These mentors from the top 100 martial universities recklessly offered recruitment conditions within their authority, even beyond it, each more extravagant than the last.

A Mastery Realm prodigy who could forge his own path at the third-level martial artist stage, as long as he didn't fall midway, was almost destined to become the most dazzling star in the sea of stars!

His end point was definitely not just planetary or stellar level.

For such an existence, any investment was not too much!

In an instant, countless S-grade contracts, bearing astonishing wealth and privileges, flooded Qin Feng's personal terminal like snowflakes.

...

In the midst of this frenzy, only one person stood still, frozen in place.

That was Zhang Ruoyu, the admissions mentor from Duna Starry Sky Martial University.

Her expression was somewhat grim.

"S-grade contract... more additional conditions..."

When the truth of the "Mastery Realm" was exposed, all probing became meaningless.

Only the most naked and frantic bidding for resources remained.

And she, from Duna Starry Sky Martial University, had been completely eliminated from this bidding before it even began, because of her own stupidity and arrogance.

"A-grade contract... Ha, A-grade contract..."

Zhang Ruoyu laughed bitterly, her laughter full of pain.

She recalled how she had approached Qin Feng earlier, throwing out an A-grade contract with self-righteous certainty.

In front of a Mastery Realm prodigy, her A-grade contract wasn't even worthy of the word "insult."

It was nothing but a joke.

"Too greedy..."

"From the start... too greedy..."

If Zhang Ruoyu hadn't played those petty tricks, hadn't looked down on Qin Feng because of his background, and had instead shown her utmost sincerity with a top-tier S-grade contract from the beginning, perhaps... perhaps there would have been a sliver of a chance.

But now, everything is too late.

She had missed what was likely a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity—a gift from heaven that could have propelled her to soaring success and official fortune on Duna Star.

“Indeed, I underestimated… underestimated the genius that Company Commander Zhou Xiong had set his sights on.”

“Forge your own path…”

Zhang Ruoyu murmured to herself, a deep sense of powerlessness welling up in her heart.

“Forge your own path… easier said than done…”

Let alone those eighth- and ninth-rank martial artists struggling on the path of martial arts; even among those like them, who had long broken the shackles of life and ascended to the planetary level, how many could truly claim to have walked their own road?

The vast majority of them were still trudging along the paths carved by their predecessors.

And that youth, at merely the third rank of martial artist, had already achieved this.

——

The frenzied bidding at the top of the observation tower lasted a full three minutes.

The first to calm down were the most senior and highest-ranking mentors.

They were the first to cease this meaningless piling up of resources, furrowing their brows and sinking into deep thought.

Then, the other mentors gradually realized something and stopped their operations one after another, restoring the scene to an eerie silence once more.

Only this time, the air was no longer filled with shock, but with a complex emotion mingled with helplessness and deliberation.

Everyone’s gaze, as if by unspoken agreement, slowly shifted away from the dazzling youth on the central arena, and finally converged on a figure who had remained silent in the corner all along.

Gu Yue.

Special-grade professor of Qiming First Advanced Martial Arts High School.

And the true guide of Qin Feng.

Only at this moment did these mentors from the top hundred martial arts universities, who had been swept away by excitement, suddenly wake up.

They had been fighting tooth and nail here, but had overlooked the most crucial issue—Qin Feng’s own wishes, and the attitude of Professor Gu Yue.

As they looked at Gu Yue’s calm and gentle face, a sense of powerlessness rose in their hearts.

They knew well that, given Gu Yue’s status and connections, as well as his well-known teaching philosophy of focusing solely on nurturing the most exceptional prodigies, the path he had planned for Qin Feng was simply not something their top hundred universities could provide.

Under Professor Gu Yue’s guidance, Qin Feng’s goal from the very beginning had most likely been only one—Canaan Starry Sky Martial Arts University.

That was the sanctuary standing at the very pinnacle of the educational pyramid in the entire Canaan Star System.

Realizing this, the fervor on everyone’s faces completely faded, replaced by bitter smiles and resignation.

Since it was destined to be a futile competition, why humiliate themselves further?

Just as the atmosphere grew somewhat awkward, Gu Yue, who had remained silent all along, slowly rose to his feet.

His gentle gaze swept across the room, and he gave a slight nod to everyone, a warm spring-like smile on his face.

“Everyone, I understand your eagerness to recruit talent.”

His voice was not loud, but it reached every ear clearly, soothing the remaining restlessness in their hearts.

“However, regarding classmate Qin Feng’s future, we have long had a plan. So, I accept your goodwill on his behalf.” With these words, he directly cut off all their hopes.

Yet, before the disappointment could fully settle on their faces, Gu Yue changed his tone and continued, “Although I cannot invite all of you to become Qin Feng’s mentors, there is one matter I would like to ask for your help.”

Everyone was taken aback, curiosity piqued.

With Gu Yue’s status, what matter could require the help of so many people?

They heard Gu Yue say gently, “I hope that each of you here, in the name of the top hundred starry sky martial arts universities you represent, can jointly sign a letter of recommendation for Qin Feng, recommending him to the admissions office of Canaan Starry Sky Martial Arts University.”

As his words fell, the entire hall erupted in commotion.

A joint letter of recommendation?

A letter of recommendation from one top hundred university already carried immense weight; with over a hundred universities jointly recommending, the value of this letter was simply incalculable!

“Professor Gu Yue, what do you mean by this…”

The old general from Beichen Military Academy frowned and spoke, somewhat puzzled.

Given Qin Feng’s mastery-level strength, entering Canaan Starry Sky Martial Arts University was almost a foregone conclusion—why go to such lengths?

Gu Yue’s smile remained unchanged; he understood their confusion.

“I naturally won’t ask for your help for nothing.”

He raised one finger and calmly uttered a word that made everyone present catch their breath.

“As a reward, I am willing to offer… the precise coordinates of a Zerg mother nest that has just advanced to the seventh rank.”

Boom!

These words, like a fusion bomb detonated in a sealed space, instantly blanked the minds of all the mentors!

A seventh-rank Zerg mother nest!

The Zerg are humanity’s great enemy!

A Zerg mother nest is a mobile war fortress, capable of breeding a vast Zerg army; if it grows for thousands of years, it can even produce densely packed planetary-level Zerg!

And a seventh-rank mother nest, not yet too powerful, represents for them a flood of wealth and unimaginable merit!

The life essence contained in its core is rich in spiritual energy, considered a treasure even for planetary-level martial artists!

The value of this coordinate far exceeds the category of “precious”—it is a strategic intelligence that would make any star-system-level force green with envy!

Now, Gu Yue was willing to trade it for a letter of recommendation?

The eyes of all the mentors lit up instantly!

“I agree!”

The old general from Beichen Military Starry Sky Martial Arts University was the first to give his approval, his voice as loud as a bell, without a trace of hesitation.

“Our Sirius Star Military Academy also agrees!”

“Sky Dome Martial Arts University, agrees!”

“I represent the Big Dipper Star Palace University Alliance in agreeing to this!”

“Agreed!”

“Agreed!”

For a moment, responses came one after another.

The mentors who had been regretting the loss of a genius now had faces full of excitement and gratitude.

Missing out on Qin Feng was indeed a pity.

But to obtain the coordinates of a seventh-rank mother nest—this trip to Qiming Star was an incredible jackpot!

Soon, under Gu Yue’s direction, an electronic letter of recommendation was quickly drafted.

Then, the hundred mentors present, with solemn expressions, stepped forward one by one, imprinting their life marks—each containing a unique spiritual wave—at the end of the letter.

With every imprint that fell, it represented the official endorsement of a top hundred starry sky martial arts university, continuously stacking the letter’s weight until it reached a terrifying level unprecedented—and perhaps even unmatched in the future.

Immediately after, the principals of the seven major martial arts high schools of Qiming Star swiftly composed another letter of recommendation, the "Qiming Star General Recommendation Letter," representing the highest educational level of Qiming Star, and solemnly handed it to Gu Yue as well.

"Thank you all."

Gu Yue stored the two letters, which carried astonishing weight, into his personal terminal, his smile still gentle.

"The coordinates have been encrypted and sent to you all. I wish you all great martial fortune."

In truth, the reason Gu Yue, the mentor, did this was simple.

It was merely to ensure absolute certainty.

Even though Qin Feng had already mastered the realm, even though his resume was extraordinary, Gu Yue still refused to gamble on the faint, almost nonexistent possibility of failure.

He wanted to pave a perfect path for his student.

...

Meanwhile, down in the main arena.

Qin Feng had just returned to the viewing area of Qiming No.1 High School when he was instantly engulfed by an excited crowd.

"Feng Ge! Feng Ge is awesome!"

Qian Duoduo hugged Qin Feng tightly, his face flushed with excitement.

"Classmate Qin Feng, you've made history for our No.1 High!"

Tie Lin and other members of the student council gathered around, their eyes filled with genuine admiration.

Shi Potian stood to the side, silent, but gave Qin Feng a firm nod.

In his cold, sharp eyes burned an unprecedented, blazing flame—a steadfast determination to catch up to his target.

More students from Qiming No.1 High spontaneously gathered, shouting with all their might, like a mountain and a sea, the same name.

"Qin Feng!"

"Qin Feng!"

"Qin Feng!"

The roar was deafening, unending.

At that moment, Qin Feng's prestige at Qiming No.1 High reached its zenith.

Amid this fervent atmosphere, Qin Feng's personal terminal vibrated lightly.

It was a message from Mentor Gu Yue.

[Congratulations, Classmate Qin Feng, on officially being crowned this year's 'Qiming Star General.']

[The reward list is as follows:]

[1. Empire First-Class Medal: Qiming Star General Medal.]

[2. Fourth-Level Top-Tier Cultivation Method: "Great Sun Acupoint Opening Technique."]

[3. Fourth-Level Custom Alloy Cold Weapon (Spear) x1.]

[4. Fourth-Level 'Punisher IV' Model Light Power Armor x1.]

[5. Imperial Coins x10,000,000.]

[6. Joint Recommendation Letter from the Top 100 Star Martial Universities: To the Admissions Office of Canaan Star Martial University (Sent).]

[7. Qiming Star - Qiming Star General Recommendation Letter: To the Admissions Office of Canaan Star Martial University (Sent).]

[All physical rewards have been collected on your behalf. We will go over them in detail after you return to school.]

Looking at this list of rewards, which could only be described as luxurious to the extreme, even Qin Feng, with his composure, felt his breath quicken slightly.

Especially the last two letters of recommendation, which carried astonishing weight!

He knew about the Qiming Star General Recommendation Letter, but what was this Top 100 Martial University Recommendation Letter?

After a moment's thought, Qin Feng understood.

This... was probably something Mentor Gu Yue had fought for him.

[Received. Thank you, Mentor Gu Yue.]

Qin Feng replied quickly.

Almost at the same time, Professor Gu Yue's figure appeared on the arena's holographic projection.

He gently announced the official conclusion of the competition and instructed all students to prepare for an orderly exit.

Soon, planetary transport shuttles landed at the docking port outside the sports center.

Under the gaze of tens of thousands of spectators, the students of Qiming No.1 High, surrounding their Qiming Star General, boarded the shuttle back.

...

As the shuttle cut through the artificial sky of Qiming Star, heading toward Qiming No.1 High, the entire subspace network of Qiming Star had already exploded due to the final result of this league.

News about the "Qiming Star General" spread wildly.

Major news media and reporting agencies on Qiming Star were releasing related reports at breakneck speed.

[Shocking! Qiming Star General Returns to Qiming No.1 High After Fifty Years! New King Qin Feng, Mastery of the Realm Shakes the Past and Present!]

[Historic Moment! Only One Year and Four Months Since Enrollment, Qin Feng Crowned Qiming Star General, Setting a Record Unseen in Ten Thousand Years on Qiming Star!]

[From Rank 60,000 to Number One! Unveiling the Legendary Rise of the Greatest Qiming Star General in History!]

Overwhelming reports occupied the most prominent positions on all information platforms.

Headlines were increasingly sensational, increasingly exaggerated, painting the legend of this victory to the extreme.

The martial artist forum of Qiming Star was directly flooded with posts.

"Holy crap! Mastery of the Realm! It really is Mastery of the Realm! I watched the finals recording; that Zhou Qi's six perfections were like paper in front of Qin Feng! Too insane!"

"Monster! This can no longer be described as a genius; this is a living monster! Qiming No.1 High lives up to its name!"

"Wait! I checked the data; this Qin Feng, at the time of his high school entrance exam, ranked... over 67,300 in the Qiming metropolitan area? Life force index 1.23? Is this really the same person?"

"Upstairs, you're not mistaken! One year and four months! From an ordinary genius who barely got into No.7 High to the Qiming Star General who suppresses all seniors! This cultivation speed is simply monstrous!"

"Damn! Damn! Damn! This Qin Feng was my middle school classmate! Wasn't his foundation damaged, almost sent to a technical school? What the hell happened?!"

"Upstairs, tell us more! Spill the inside story!"

One comment after another reshaped people's perceptions.

Qin Feng's name, on this day, resounded across the entire Qiming Star in the most dazzling and legendary way.

(Chapter End)