High Martial Arts: Liver Becomes the Master of the Universe

Chapter 39 Accumulating Strength for Future Success
On Qin Feng's plate was a standard D-level contract energy meal.

A palm-sized pork chop, pressed from high-protein synthetics, is pan-fried until slightly charred, emitting an enticing aroma; a dark green algae nutrient paste, rich in various vitamins and trace elements; and a small bowl of thick rice porridge made from high-energy grains.

He picked up his cutlery and began to eat silently and quickly.

Food enters the mouth and transforms into streams of pure energy, sliding down the esophagus into the stomach, where it is quickly absorbed by the body, replenishing the enormous energy consumed during morning exercise.

However, when he swallowed the last bite of food, Qin Feng frowned slightly.

The meal that initially gave him a noticeable feeling of fullness and energy now only makes him feel warm in his stomach. The energy replenishment is like a trickle flowing into a river, fleeting and not bringing much satisfaction.

"The spiritual energy provided by this energy meal is no longer sufficient."

Qin Feng put down his cutlery and stated a fact.

"normal."

Shi Potian, who was standing next to him, had just finished eating. He wiped his mouth with a napkin and began to explain.

"Your vitality index has exceeded 3.0, and your body's energy demand is increasing exponentially. According to the 'Standard Warrior Energy Intake Guide' issued by the Imperial Warrior Association, warriors in the 3.0 to 6.0 range need to consume at least the equivalent of four 'basic spiritual energy potions' of pure energy each month in order to maintain high-intensity training."

He held out two fingers.

“Under our current D-level contract, the school only provides two basic potions per month for free. The energy meals in the cafeteria can also supplement our supplies, but the energy is mixed, the conversion rate is low, and the efficiency is too poor. So it’s inevitable that you feel it’s not enough.”

Qin Feng looked at Shi Potian and asked, "What about the C-level contract?"

"The C-level contract represents a qualitative change."

Shi Potian's expression turned serious. "Every month, the school will provide two 'intermediate psionic potions.' Don't be fooled by the same quantity; the quality is completely different."

"The pure spiritual energy contained in a mid-level potion is at least ten times that of a basic potion. Moreover, its purity, absorption efficiency, and conversion efficiency far exceed those of a basic potion. There is very little energy wasted when absorbing a mid-level potion. In contrast, nearly half of the spiritual energy in a basic potion is lost during the absorption and conversion process, and it also places a considerable metabolic burden on the body."

He summarized: "Simply put, the resources of a C-level contract are at least ten times more effective in actual cultivation than a D-level contract. That's why everyone is desperately trying to reach C-level. Only with a C-level contract can your vitality index truly enter a period of rapid growth."

After listening, Qin Feng's gaze became even more determined.

"This afternoon, I'll go play my placement matches first."

He calmly announced his decision.

"Good! It should have been done a long time ago!"

Upon hearing this, Qian Duoduo immediately became excited. "With your current 'minor mastery' level of 'Thousand Army Spears,' setting a level one will be a piece of cake! You'll get 50 points, which, combined with your current 55, will make a total of 105 points! You can apply for a C-level contract directly!"

Shi Potian nodded in agreement: "Okay. Getting the C-level contract as soon as possible is crucial for your future cultivation."

"Speaking of which, Brother Shi,"

Qian Duoduo changed the subject, looking at Shi Potian curiously, "Your vitality index should be close to 10.0 by now, right? After 10, you're a level 2 martial artist. Why don't you apply to advance to the second year of high school early?"

This is an unspoken question among the three members of dormitory 402.

Shi Potian's strength is about to reach the level of a second-level martial artist.

Logically, he could have applied to go to the second year of high school, but he never did.

"The timing is wrong for a promotion now."

Shi Potian shook his head and patiently explained.

“If I go there now, my vitality index will be at the bottom among second-level martial artists. The GPA acquisition in the second year of high school, whether it is the difficulty of the monthly exams or the intensity of the academy missions, is based on the standards of second-level martial artists. If I go there with a D-level contract, the resources will not be able to keep up, my cultivation speed will be slowed down, and it will be very difficult to compete with those real second-year geniuses. It will be very difficult to get a high GPA.”

His eyes revealed a calmness and rationality beyond his years.

"My plan is to wait until next month's monthly exams are over. Then I'll get another batch of GPA points, adding them to my current 50 points, to reach 100 points. I'll then upgrade my contract to C-level. After that, I'll use the intermediate-grade psionic potion to push my vitality index steadily past the 10.0 mark, or even higher. By then, when I advance to the second year of high school, both my foundation and resources will be sufficient for me to gain a foothold in the new environment and strive for more opportunities."

"I see!!"

Qian Duoduo suddenly realized and gave a heartfelt thumbs up.

This strategy of controlling one's level and using new methods to maximize resource acquisition is quite shrewd.

Of course, this only applies to geniuses like Shi Potian, who are already at the threshold of a certain level. For Qian Duoduo himself, there is still a long way to go before he can become a level two martial artist, so he naturally doesn't need to consider these things.

After lunch, the three of them rested briefly in the dormitory to digest their food.

1:30 PM, Public Martial Arts Room.

Unlike the hustle and bustle of the morning, the martial arts room was sparsely populated at this time.

Most students either rested in their dormitories or went to the library or virtual classrooms to study academic courses, and the number of students gradually increased from 2 PM to 3 AM.

Arrive half an hour early and leave half an hour late – this is the belief of the trio. Over time, they will eventually take the lead!
The three of them found a secluded corner.

Qian Duoduo and Shi Potian consciously walked to the side and began their sparring.

Blades flashed, shields flew, and the clang of metal clashing rang out frequently.

Qin Feng sat down cross-legged and opened the silver subspace network pass on his wrist, which had transformed into a wrist terminal.

He stretched out his finger and lightly touched the smooth metal surface.

A pale blue light screen was instantly projected in front of him.

Imperial Arena

Without the slightest hesitation, his consciousness followed the instructions and he became completely absorbed.

[Connecting to the Imperial Arena...]

[Identity verification successful...]

Welcome back, warrior "Qin".

A cold mechanical prompt sounded in my mind.

The scene before him shifted, and when his vision cleared again, he found himself on that familiar, enormous arena suspended above a vast nebula.

Beneath my feet was a solid metal floor, and above me was a magnificent, shimmering starry sky.

An endless blend of magnificence and desolation washes over you.

Qin Feng stood quietly in the center of the arena, adjusting his breathing and calming his mind to the optimal state of stillness.

The next ten battles will be the ultimate test of his marksmanship training over the past month, and the key to whether he can open the door to a C-level contract.

A moment later, he raised his head, his eyes becoming sharp and focused.

A huge virtual options box appeared in front of him.

Matchmaking battles

Ranked Mode

[Friend Battle]

[Spectator Mode]

He reached out his hand and, without hesitation, clicked on the second option.

You are about to begin your placement matches. There will be ten matches in total. The system will determine your initial rank based on your overall performance in these ten matches.

[Confirm activation?]

"confirm."

Qin Feng silently recited this in his heart.

The instruction has been confirmed.

[Matching you for your first placement match...]

(End of this chapter)