The process of deification began with the discovery of hidden information in divine objects.

The next day, Zhang Fengmian and Chen Yingying also got their wish and received the opportunity to be baptized by the divine object.

As expected, Zhang Fengmian chose the divine artifact, the Immovable King's Pestle, while Chen Yingying chose the Taiyin Jade Tree Sapling. In terms of talent alone, Chen Yingying far surpasses Zhang Fengmian.

After all, she had never taken any medicine, and her divine attribute was higher than Zhang Fengmian's.

Therefore, she has a chance to master the Taiyin Refining Spirit Technique before the college entrance examination and receive a second baptism.

Basically, students who undergo a second baptism have a 60% chance of getting into a junior college!

If one can complete all three baptisms, then a junior college degree is practically guaranteed.

However, they were unaware that Su Ziye and the principal had signed an undergraduate agreement for these two spots.

Sun Yelin was a very honest man. After signing the undergraduate agreement, he also arranged an extra baptism opportunity for Su Ziye.

This bypassed the management and used his personal quota, which he reportedly reserved for his grandson who was going to get into Aoba next year.

They've completely bet their money on Su Ziye.

"Midnight, midnight!"

"Look, look, my muscles! How about that? Aren't they as hard as a steel plate!"

Zhang Fengmian clenched his fist, revealing his well-defined biceps.

He had noticeable muscle definition in his arms, and his overall presence looked much stronger. The dark circles under his eyes from masturbating day and night had also completely faded away.

"Great! I can practice the Immovable King Body Tempering Technique, strengthen my body, and fly eighteen times in one night!"

Zhang Fengmian seemed somewhat excited, still savoring the feeling of that baptism.

The bones, muscles, and body seemed to be reconstructed, drawing powerful strength from the very roots; the effects of this divine object were simply mesmerizing!

The dopamine released from the increase in strength is many times stronger than any instant gratification.

"On another note, I wonder if this body-tempering technique can temper my little brother? I do it several times a day, and after a while, it feels like the skin is going to peel off, it's burning painful."

Zhang Fengmian began to think seriously.

Su Ziye completely ignored his lewd remarks.

"Midnight, why are you ignoring me? We're kindred spirits, aren't we?"

"It's like a mountain stream encountering thunder; you are the thunder."

Su Ziye said calmly.

"Alright, I have to go now."

He got up, picked up his bag, and left the classroom.

"So mysterious..."

Zhang Fengmian frowned.

On the way to the Divine Objects Chamber, this time Sun Yelin personally led him there.

"Kid, the revenge from those students in the elite class might have ended there, but you secured these spots for two people. They might make another move now. How about it, regretting it?"

Su Ziye shook his head.

"I realize I was too ruthless, but I don't regret taking action. While forbearance can certainly bring peace, constant forbearance will only invite the other party to suppress us recklessly."

"Isn't Aoba's current predicament a direct result of the principal's continued tolerance?"

Sun Yelin neither confirmed nor denied the statement.

"You're right. In this world, those who want to climb the social ladder will inevitably encounter a lot of conflicts. Do you know what the biggest difference is between the strong and the mediocre?"

"The strong resolve conflicts, while the weak avoid them. Unfortunately, I am weak and have no ambition."

"I'm too old to take risks anymore."

He shrugged, unconcerned about Su Ziye's opinion of him.

"In short, no matter what they do next, I will accept it openly and honestly, and deal with whatever comes my way."

"Kid, I know you're holding back your anger and you have ambitions. I'll give you a piece of advice, which is also the survival rule of this world."

"Endure what others cannot endure, and do what others cannot do. The space between the two lines of endurance and ability is our living space. If the line is drawn inward, it will squeeze the living space; if it is extended outward, it will expand the living space. Since you have chosen to draw the line of endurance inward, you must make up for the space that is reduced by extending your ability outward."

"It's precisely because I believe in your talent and ability that I'm so impressed with you."

As they spoke, the two had already arrived at the Divine Objects Chamber.

"Go inside. This time... I'll wait for you outside."

Su Ziye nodded and stepped inside.

The storage space for the Fudo Myo-o-kyu is almost identical to that of the Taiyin Jade Tree seedling.

In the very center is a huge rock, on which is stuck a short, jet-black pestle, about half a meter long. The top of the pestle is a statue of a fierce-looking deity, full of majesty.

The pestle is engraved with dense and mysterious runes, but over time, the runes have begun to fade.

Su Ziye sat cross-legged on the futon. The effects of the baptism varied significantly depending on the characteristics of the divine object; for example, the Taiyin Jade Tree seedling appeared more gentle and warm.

And the Acala (Fudō Myō-ō) pestle...

when!

Accompanied by a flowing chant of Buddhist hymns, a booming sound resounded!

An immense pressure instantly descended upon Su Ziye's head, and continued to press down upon him!

Click, click!

A tremendous force was applied to his body, like a mountain collapsing. Su Ziye felt his shoulders, spine, and muscles all over his body groaning under the strain. He straightened his body and resisted the downward force!

creak creak...

The cracking of bones echoed in my ears like a rapid drumbeat.

buzzing...

Countless eerie sounds came to my ears, like thousands of Buddhas chanting sutras, and bells and drums ringing out in unison!

boom!

As the sky tilted, a scorching sensation surged into the top of my head, like a roaring fire dragon rampaging through my body, causing my blood to boil instantly!

The baptism of the Acala Vajra was so domineering!

Then he saw the burning sky, the scorched earth, and between heaven and earth, a huge mountain stood tall!

Upon closer inspection, it turned out to be a wrathful deity, holding a vajra, standing on raging flames, and surrounded by crimson-gold flames!

The wise king glared angrily, yet his eyes were filled with compassion!

His body is as hard as iron, his strength originates from the ground. He stands as firm as a pine tree, immovable as a mountain!

Then the golden characters twisted again, exactly like the changes in the Taiyin Jade Tree seedling!

The wrathful King subdues all evil. His seal is as firm as a mountain, impervious to all laws!

The former is the Body Tempering Technique of Fudo Myo-o, and the latter is the Fundamental Mudra of Fudo Myo-o!

According to Su Ziye's understanding, the former is actually only equivalent to one-third of the fundamental seal.

The fundamental seal of Fudo Myo-o has three seals. The first is the Wheel Seal, which clears away impurities and tempers the body through the resonance of the muscles and bones in the body. This is a method of internal cultivation. Fudo Myo-o's body tempering technique is derived from the Wheel Seal.

The second is subduing demons, which is a proper fighting mudra, corresponding to the wrath of the wrathful deity in the mantra, subduing all evils.

The third is the Vajra Mudra, where the body is like a Vajra, protected by a bronze bell, and immovable as a mountain. This is the core of Acala's fundamental mudra, and it also corresponds to the mantra "One mudra is like a mountain, impervious to all dharmas!"

The Fundamental Seal combines body tempering, combat, and defense into one, making the Body Forging Technique seem like a huge, insignificant mess in comparison.

As Su Ziye walked out of the baptismal room, Sun Yelin's eyes lit up. His whole demeanor changed, becoming more assertive!

"How does it feel? Although the [Immovable Vajra] is only a low-grade divine artifact, it is still considered to be in the top tier among all low-grade divine artifacts."

Su Ziye nodded.

"It is incredibly useful, and I always felt that the potential of this divine object is not limited to this."

Sun Yelin's eyes flashed with surprise upon hearing this.

"You guessed right. Mingwang is a guardian deity in Esoteric Buddhism. There are even legends that he is an incarnation of Vairocana Buddha. Together with Avalokiteshvara and Ksitigarbha, he is known as one of the three principal deities. Theoretically speaking, the Acala Vajra in our school is just a key."

"What do you mean?"

Sun Yelin shook his head.

"This is what I read in a book. Our understanding of divine objects is still too shallow. In ancient times, how powerful were the gods? Why did they die? Why did they disappear? Why were divine objects covered in dust? Why did they end up in the human world? Where did humans come from? These are all unsolved mysteries. Perhaps only at the end of the evolution of life can we glimpse the final song of the gods."

"I have only heard that in the major Buddhist sects of the secluded mountains, there were also different kinds of Vajra Pestle."

"You might be able to get in touch with him when you have the chance to leave Luochuan in the future."

Sun Yelin smiled.

"By the way, Wang Hao broke his own record on the punching machine test at school today, reclaiming first place. What do you think?"

"Would you like to try it out and see how much your strength improves after the baptism?"

Sun Yelin asked with some anticipation.