Starting as an infant, with parents who are blond-haired delinquents?

Restriction: For martial artists below the fifth level of mental cultivation, the Mental Enhancement Fragrance can only have an effect on them once!

Twenty artificial synthetic crystal cores of top-tier fourth-order quality!

Based on the conversion ratio that each one is directly equivalent to twenty ordinary fourth-tier monster cores, this is the value of four hundred monster cores!

If it were the money in the Central Country, it would probably already exceed tens of millions!

There is also a special reward, which is the monster core of the Phenolphthalein Bird!

The Phenolphthalein Bird is a monster that has never appeared in ordinary people's textbooks. Zhang Chaoqiang only learned about this monster from the Bureau of Monster Investigation.

The key point is that this Phenolphthalein Bird is a demonic beast with an ancient bloodline!

Chapter 247 Phenolphthalein Bird

"Phenolphthalein bird" is a more welcoming term of address.

Actually, the scientific name of this monster was probably not originally like this.

However, this monster can release a powerful energy-boosting hormone called phenolphthalein, which ignores pain and stimulates the production of its own hormones…

This results in a sustained increase in mental and physical activity and excitement...

This is why modern experts in monster research have named it phenolphthalein.

Following this level of research, it became clear that anyone in the entire Central Kingdom who possessed the crystal core of the extremely rare Phenolphthalein Bird was either an exceptional individual or a member of a powerful organization.

These ancient bloodline-level demonic beasts are actually not far from the bloodline level of the dragon, except that one may focus more on the physical body.

The dragon focuses on the physical body, while the phenolphthalein bird focuses more on spiritual power.

Most demonic beasts possess physical strength far exceeding their spiritual power. However, the Phenolphthalein Bird is noticeably different. This is because of the unique conditions under which it forms and its natural reproduction…

In their genetic inheritance, their spiritual power is far stronger than their physical abilities.

In the realm of monsters, where the law of the jungle dictates survival of the fittest, a weak physical body may initially prevent one from surviving well in such a harsh environment.

However, the Phenolphthalein Bird is very intelligent. This bird with strong mental abilities can emit phenolphthalein hormones to enhance the excitement and aggressive desire of some other monsters.

Over time, the effects of prolonged exposure to phenolphthalein hormones become quite noticeable.

That is, it forcibly controlled the mind of the phenolphthalein bird, as if it were addicted.

Therefore, by using the power of these demonic beasts, they can control many other physically strong demonic beasts with low mental abilities and negligible intelligence and spirituality.

Therefore, the Phenolphthalein Bird, whose mental abilities are superior to those of other monsters, also possesses a very tenacious vitality and a place in the monster world.

This is undoubtedly true.

Xu Shanji also introduced Zhang Chaoqiang to a side of himself that Zhang Chaoqiang was unaware of.

"Zhang Chaoqiang, do you know that someone once successfully absorbed the crystal core of the Phenolphthalein Bird and successfully derived a special martial art?"

"Please enlighten me, Mr. Xu." Zhang Chaoqiang listened attentively.

Xu Shanji nodded and continued, "The martial arts techniques derived from these demonic beasts with outstanding mental abilities are also related to the mental level of the martial artist."

It's called a mental transformation.

"This martial skill can connect the spiritual level with one's own, and can convert a portion of spiritual power into spiritual power in a short period of time!"

"So amazing?" Zhang Chaoqiang was naturally shocked, as he had never heard of or seen anything like this before.

"Isn't this unbelievable, completely contrary to common sense?"

Xu Shanji smiled and honestly said that if this rumor were to be traced back to its beginning, it would have happened when he was a child.

"When I heard that, I was also incredibly shocked. Logically speaking, spiritual power and mental power in this world are completely different things, both in terms of their molecular sequence and composition..."

They were actually able to achieve the function of mutual transformation within this martial art derived from the phenolphthalein bird crystal core…

"Furthermore, the Phenolphthalein Bird is merely an ancient bloodline-level demonic beast, far from reaching the level of a mythical beast. Therefore, this is not a mechanical ability. Perhaps Zhang Chaoqiang, you may not fully understand what a mechanical ability is..."

Xu Shanji then explained the mechanism, abilities, and relationship with the alien beasts to Zhang Chaoqiang.

Of course, Zhang Chaoqiang couldn't tell the other party that he not only knew about it, but also possessed two rare mechanisms!

If that were the case, Xu Shanji would be utterly shocked.

After introducing the mechanism and capabilities, Xu Shanji continued to explore the matter of the Phenolphthalein Bird:

"Since this is not a mechanical ability, nor does it directly change the inherent rules of an object, then the martial arts techniques and processes by which this mental power is transformed into spiritual power must have traceable patterns!"

Finally, after so many years of research, I discovered that there is a similar arrangement process in the deep genetic chains of the two forces.

However, this arrangement is extremely subtle, making it impossible for an ordinary person to discover it, let alone alter the arrangement!

"So this phenolphthalein bird can grant martial artists some special martial arts techniques that don't even exist now. This is one of the treasures I value highly. I believe you, Zhang Chaoqiang, will be satisfied with this reward, right?"

Zhang Chaoqiang nodded emphatically, confirming and solidifying his "transactional" relationship with the other party.

Zhang Chaoqiang helped him and assisted him in completing the synthesis and research and development of the giant artificial crystal core spiritual energy center.

The compensation that Xu Shanji gave to Zhang Chaoqiang was perfectly reasonable.

After seeing Zhang Chaoqiang off, Xu Shanji gave him a special message.

"Ancient-level martial arts derived from ancient bloodline-level crystal cores are extremely terrifying. The user back then relied on this one martial art..."

With his sixth-level spiritual abilities and sixth-tier martial arts strength, he can directly face eighth-tier martial artists and thus protect himself. He is not inferior to seventh-tier martial artists and is slightly better.

Because he was able to convert a portion of his mental energy into spiritual energy, his spiritual energy increased significantly, becoming stronger than that of other spiritual energy of the same level.

Don't underestimate this data. Starting from the fourth rank, the difference in spiritual power between each subsequent rank is enormous, not a gap you can easily bridge!

"The original user of the Phenolphthalein Bird Crystal Core was only able to successfully develop martial arts techniques from it by chance."

You must understand that danger and opportunity coexist. Absorbing a demonic beast core of ancient bloodline level is not such a simple process.

You need to endure the last trace of consciousness and pressure from the demonic beast within the crystal core, then absorb it under high pressure and intensity, and after absorption, whether you can successfully develop martial arts techniques...

That depends on your fate and your ability to control it. Even if you manage to develop a martial art, whether you can be as skilled as that user...

The fact that such a powerful martial art could be developed is a significant variable.

"So, Zhang Chaoqiang, over the years I've collected several phenolphthalein bird crystal cores. This time I plan to give you two as a reward, hoping to increase your tolerance for error..."

After thanking each other once more, the two did not establish a master-disciple relationship, but they did establish a business relationship.

Afterwards, Xu Shanji quietly returned to the competition field with Zhang Chaoqiang.

Old Chen has already truthfully informed Zhang Huolong and Shen Qiangwei of Zhang Chaoqiang's results.

The two seemed to be performing some kind of victory replay gesture; they were practically the only two people in the entire arena who stood up…

Upon seeing Zhang Chaoqiang and Xu Shanji return to the competition arena, Lei She, as the host, also directly addressed the audience and all the contestants to formally announce the rules for the first day of the "Efficiency" competition the following day.

The first day consisted of 122 contestants, with the final 31 being selected.

Basically, there won't be any tests that are too difficult for the contestants.

However, this time the competition is about efficiency, so the contestants will have to be fully focused.

When efficiency is more important than other aspects, then knowing how to improve one's speed correctly and efficiently becomes one of the most crucial factors in the competition.

Efficiency is directly equivalent to speed plus the level of the crystal nuclei being synthesized.

All other factors were strictly regulated this time, including the quality of the artificially synthesized crystal nuclei and the concentration of the artificial crystal nuclei, which were fixed at the first-order crystal nuclei.

After all, tomorrow is only the first day of the efficiency competition, and there is no need to set the difficulty too high.

After making the announcement, Reischer officially announced that the first project of the series, "Concentration," had officially ended.

Starting tomorrow, the next round of competitions and events will begin.

That evening, Lao Chen invited Manager Liu, and the group of six hosted a celebratory banquet for Zhang Chaoqiang.

At the dinner table, everyone noticed that Old Chen's face was glowing with health and vitality...

That was basically all because of Xu Shanji's incident. Back then, he interfered and prevented the only possible love from blossoming within him.

Now, Xu Shanji has finally met a truly talented student who can move him, but Zhang Chaoqiang has no intention of becoming his student.

Although Xu Shanji didn't say anything, his eyes revealed that he respected Zhang Chaoqiang's choice.

But Old Chen is a seasoned veteran who has lived for over 100 years.

Although his mental level was not as strong as Xu Shanji's, how could he, with his quick mind, not see through Xu Shanji's thoughts?

Even though Xu Shanji said he didn't care much, Lao Chen could tell from his subtle movements and expressions.

He desperately wanted Zhang Chaoqiang, this genius, to be his last disciple.

But what's done is done. Since Zhang Chaoqiang refused, he had no chance to say anything more and could only respect Zhang Chaoqiang's wishes.

Ultimately, the choice rests with Zhang Chaoqiang. If he is unwilling, forcing him will be futile.

So, before leaving, Old Chen gave Xu Shanji a meaningful look.

It seems to be repaying Xu Shanji for what he did for him back then.

He also didn't forget the change in Xu Shanji's expression the instant he saw him. So the happiest person that night wasn't Zhang Chaoqiang, who was about to make a deal with Xu Shanji and obtain the Phenolphthalein Bird monster core.

Instead, it was Old Chen who achieved a spiritual victory.

After the celebratory dinner that evening, the competition schedule for the next day quickly began.

Compared to the first event, the second day's competition agenda allowed Zhang Chaoqiang and Tan Yue to gradually become familiar with it.

I've become familiar with the overall competition atmosphere and rules.

Therefore, in the morning, the list of 122 teams advancing to the round of 61 was formed.

They were all very familiar with the process and were able to achieve excellent results. Among them, Zhang Chaoqiang successfully advanced to the next round.

During Zhang Chaoqiang's last-minute cramming session last night, Tan Yue increased her speed.

The technique Zhang Chaoqiang had previously advised her during the "concentration" competition—not to rush and to proceed gradually—has been transformed into a focus on how to quickly improve her own efficiency.

Under Zhang Chaoqiang's patient guidance, Tan Yue achieved quite good results and also successfully advanced.

According to the competition rules, on the first day they competed on the efficiency of first-order artificial synthetic crystal nuclei.

The regulations clearly state that all crystal nuclei to be synthesized must be of intermediate first-order quality.

That is, the concentration must be more than ten particles, and the grade must be first.