I became a martial arts saint while playing games.

For others, it is not easy to produce scientific research output every three years, and the output must be a martial arts paper that can be published in the "Martial Arts Profound Pivot".

But for Gu Yan, he has a rich inventory of martial arts techniques from the "Demon Slayer" collection, with an inexhaustible supply of martial arts from all schools and styles across the world. Moreover, judging from the current situation, the martial arts in "Demon Slayer" seem to be stronger overall than those in the new martial arts era of reality.

In this way, he can handle it even if it takes three months or three weeks, let alone three years to produce a single paper.

Therefore, Gu Yan immediately realized that the Xuan Shu Bureau was the perfect fit for him. The status of a top-tier national institution, the first-class benefits, and virtually no pressure regarding tasks or performance targets—there couldn't be anything better.

He was still pondering the pros and cons and hadn't even had a chance to reply when Liu Qingwan continued, "According to the regulations of 'Martial Arts Profound Pivot,' the minimum fee for publishing a paper on a first-level martial artist's technique is no less than 500,000 and the maximum is one million."

While I think your article is truly excellent, it's really difficult to break the rules... Here's what we'll do. According to the rules, *Martial Arts Profound Pivot* will pay you one million yuan as a royalties for this paper. Then I will personally sponsor you an additional two million yuan as a token of my gratitude for your significant contribution to the new martial arts world.

Gu Yan: "!"

Although he had a vague idea that the article would likely generate extraordinary profits, he never expected that the vice dean would actually pay for it out of his own pocket.

Suddenly, he felt that the voluptuous woman's smile had become gentler, more approachable, and more radiant.

"In that case, the article will be worth a total of three million... but that's just for this one article." Liu Qingwan said with a smile, "If you decide to join the Xuan Shu Bureau, you will also receive an additional five million in funding from the organization as a welcome and start-up fund for newcomers."

Gu Yan took a deep breath.

five million.

A number that would make even the top-tier A-level contract of the Weapon Academy pale in comparison.

At that moment, Gu Yan felt as if his stomach had softened.

Considering the surprised and delighted look on Teacher Zhong's face, as if he wanted to agree on his behalf immediately, Gu Yan knew there was no point in hesitating.

"I am willing to join the Xuan Shu Bureau."

"good!"

Liu Qingwan reached out and gently patted Gu Yan. Her arm was plump and fair, with smooth and fleshy skin. It lacked the slender and bony appearance of a young girl, but exuded a mature and warm charm.

She said gently, "Then, on behalf of the Xuan Shu Bureau, I welcome you to join us, Gu Yan. The five million yuan will arrive in your account today, and you will also receive your exclusive Xuan Shu Bureau ID."

But I must remind you, never be arrogant or complacent, and you must continue to work hard. Our Xuan Shu Bureau does not tolerate idlers; if you fail to meet the requirements…”

"I know he needs to be expelled. I will certainly live up to the dean's expectations and achieve even greater success," Gu Yan said.

Liu Qingwan was quite satisfied and nodded, saying, "Although our Xuan Shu Bureau doesn't emphasize cultivation level, it's indeed rare to find a young member like you. Your strength is still a bit low. You should focus on your studies first and prioritize improving your strength and cultivation level."

Gu Yan replied, "Yes."

As Liu Qingwan spoke, she paused for a moment, then added, "How about this? A new site has recently been discovered in Linjiang, but it hasn't been opened to the public yet. Logically speaking, your school hasn't been granted the right to explore it."

However, members of our Xuan Shu Bureau have priority in exploring relics. Those relics are of a special nature, and might actually be suitable for you right now... How about this, I'll see if I can get you a spot, and any resources obtained from them can be yours alone.”

Gu Yan thanked him again.

After explaining the matters, Liu Qingwan said goodbye to Zhong Ding and then took her leave.

After Liu Qingwan left, Zhong Ding looked at Gu Yan, his expression still unable to calm down for a long time.

He had a keen eye for talent, discovering Gu Yan early on. He had a premonition that uncovering Gu Yan would be a worthwhile deal, an investment that would definitely be profitable.

However, true investment is investing for the long term and for long-term returns.

And what about Gu Yan?

This should be called a bank robbery production line. The rewards came like a storm, arriving unexpectedly and overwhelming Professor Zhongding, leaving him completely stunned.

The Mysterious Pivot Bureau? I've already trained a student for the Mysterious Pivot Bureau?

Oh wait, the word "teach" isn't quite right. The other person had only been in school for two days, and besides giving them some medicine, he hadn't had a chance to teach them anything else...

As a member of the Xuan Shu Bureau, strictly speaking, his status as a student was now clearly above his own.

This is outrageous, utterly outrageous, absolutely outrageous.

But Gu Yan still humbly asked, "Professor Zhong, about that thesis..."

Old Zhong was still reeling from the confusion, feeling a bit dizzy: "Huh? What?"

"About my paper," Gu Yan said, "I have no experience writing papers. Although I have some imaginative ideas, I don't know how to write them. I would appreciate your guidance."

Professor Chung: "..."

Well, I was so shocked that I almost forgot that this little freak had never even touched a thesis.

It seems he still has a use for this old man after all.

Thinking of this, he actually felt a little gratified.

Zhong Ding thought for a moment and said, "In terms of thesis writing, your senior sister's skills are no less than mine. I've already sent her a copy of your draft and arranged for her to guide you in writing and revising it. She should be back in the research lab by now, so go find her."

Is that the legendary Senior Sister Su from the training room?

Gu Yan had long been curious about this legendary senior sister, so he said, "In that case, thank you very much, teacher, and I'll also trouble you, senior sister."

So Gu Yan went to the study room as instructed. Sure enough, just as Zhong Ding had said, the senior sister had already returned to the study room.

As soon as Gu Yan entered, he spotted this senior sister at a glance.

She sat quietly by the window, her brows and eyes clear and sharp, her beauty ethereal and otherworldly. Her features were delicate and well-proportioned, yet she possessed an aura that kept strangers at bay.

To put it simply, it boils down to one word: Imperial.

And it's definitely not something that develops later in life; it's all-natural.

Senior Sister Su seemed to have been waiting for him. Seeing Gu Yan enter, she stood up: "Junior Brother Gu Yan?"

Standing up, one could see that her simple, fitted shirt accentuated her slender, sharp shoulders and delicate waist. But what was most striking were her long, straight legs—long, straight, with even skin and smooth, graceful lines. Long and well-proportioned, upright yet not stiff, their proportions were truly exceptional, a gift from nature.

In short, she has amazing legs.

Let's add each other as friends.

Senior Sister Su took out her phone. Gu Yan also took out his phone as instructed, and the two became friends. The verification message from her showed the name "Su Qinghe".

As soon as the verification was completed, Su Qinghe sent a document.

Su Qinghe: "I've taken a quick look at the draft that Professor Zhong sent. I've already written the introduction in Chapter 1 and the research background introduction in Chapter 2 of your thesis. Please take a look and see if there are any problems."

Gu Yan: "!"

Wait, did he think the teacher was asking him to find a senior female student to tutor him in writing his thesis?

It turns out his senior had already written it for him!