I started by slashing through the enemy's territory, and I drew so many affixes that my hands w

"You damn old bastard, you promised me I could share a dorm with the school beauty! That's why I agreed to come to Zhenling Academy!"

"Do you know what I've been through? You owe me my reputation! You owe me my school beauty!!"

"I, a grown man, was humiliated by a bunch of women and forced to sing 'Conquer'! When have I ever been treated like this?!"

"I want to drop out of school! I want to drop out of school!"

Chen Xiaohu vented his bitterness and grievances wildly, and as he spoke, he even started wiping away tears.

This left Jiang Qin, who was standing next to him, stunned, his lips twitching.

What a weirdo! To be tricked into coming to Zhenling Academy just to share a dorm with the school beauty, this reason is probably the only one of its kind in the entire history of the academy.

Old Lin, of course, wouldn't tolerate this guy, and used his spiritual power to slap him twice across the face.

Chen Xiaohu's cheeks were swollen and red, which looked quite comical.

"Do you still want to drop out of school?"

When confronted with Mr. Lin's question, he quickly shook his head and shrank his neck, afraid of being slapped a couple more times.

Surprisingly, the redness and swelling on her face subsided in no time.

Old Lin led the two toward a building not far away, explaining as he did so:

"Although this little tiger has SSS-level talent, he has some flaws, which is why I, the old man, was able to take advantage of him."

"defect?"

"Well, don't let his appearance fool you. Unless he's killed in one blow, even a Divine Manifestation Realm martial artist can't kill him. To put it simply, he's tough and incredibly strong. As for his weakness... before he reaches the Law Realm, he can't control his spiritual power to attack enemies and can only use his brute force."

Jiang Qin glanced at Chen Xiaohu in surprise. This guy was not only eccentric, but his talent was also eccentric.

If you can't control your spiritual power to attack enemies, aren't you just a mobile meat shield?

However, the fact that a Spirit Guiding Realm cultivator can withstand an attack from a Divine Manifestation Realm warrior is truly extraordinary.

Chen Xiaohu had recovered by now, and chuckling, he moved closer to Jiang Qin and whispered:

"Bro, I didn't see you in yesterday's report. Did you just arrive today? Your outfit is really awesome. Let's add each other as friends and play games together sometime. My Yao is super good."

Yao Mei? Isn't that just a complete slacker?

Jiang Qin twitched his lips but ignored the guy.

Led by Mr. Lin, they entered the building and made their way to the principal's office.

Old Lin didn't knock; he just pushed the door open and went inside.

"Little Qin, I've brought back two promising students for you. I told you those admissions officers were useless, but you didn't believe me. I, the old man, personally brought back two SSS-level students for our academy. Are you impressed?"

Principal Qin Xiaoyuan looked up, his expression helpless. He had almost gotten used to the old man's habit of not knocking on the door.

Jiang Qin sized up the principal. His temples were gray, his gaze was restrained, and he did not reveal any aura. He was definitely a master.

Qin Xiaoyuan was also sizing up Jiang Qin, and stood up to praise him:

"You must be Jiang Qin. I heard about the attack by the Cult of Gods on the way. You killed six peak Spirit Sea Realm cultivators with your Spirit Guiding Realm cultivation, which was a great achievement."

"Welcome to the Town Spirit Academy!"

"And this student Chen, although you are somewhat special, I believe that as long as you are willing to study hard and practice diligently, you will surely become another pillar of our human race in the future."

In the past, Chen Xiaohu would have been flattered by such praise, but now he stared wide-eyed at the expressionless young man in black beside him, who was about the same age as him.

He used his spiritual power to kill six peak Spirit Sea Realm experts—Wow!

Is this something a human can do?

If the Spirit Guiding Realm treats the Spirit Sea like a dog, then when they break through to the Spirit Sea Realm, wouldn't they be able to crush the Divine Manifestation Realm to the ground?

This is an amazing player!

Principal Qin took a cell phone out of his drawer and tossed it to Jiang Qin.

"This is an investigator's phone. Your identity information has been entered. You also received 1200 contribution points as a reward for killing the Cult of Gods. In addition, each new student received 200 contribution points as an admission gift, for a total of 1400 points."

"Contribution points can be exchanged for various cultivation resources, which you can study at your leisure."

Then, he began to explain the rules and regulations of the academy.

"Our Zhenling Academy is different from the other three academies. Newly enrolled students can freely choose their teachers. If they want cultivation resources, they can only enter the interdimensional rift to hunt ferocious beasts and exchange them for contribution points. Students who do not reach the Spirit Sea Realm within a year will be expelled."

"Students who reach the Spirit Sea Realm one year later will be promoted to the second year."

"The second-year student intern investigator status will be converted into a full-fledged investigator, and must complete 10 B-level missions issued by the Spirit Suppression Bureau within one year."

"As for the third-year students, they will be assigned to various cities to serve as leaders..."

Principal Qin explained in great detail. In short, the students of Zhenling Academy are quite free. They can attend classes if they want, or not if they don't. As long as they can meet the academy's requirements, they can graduate smoothly.

Next, of course, is the matter of the blood pool.

Jiang Qin couldn't wait to enter the blood pool and begin cultivating.

This is a world where strength reigns supreme, and his cultivation level at the Spirit Guiding Realm makes him feel very insecure.

Principal Qin pondered for a moment and said, "It will take some time to prepare to open the Blood Pool. Once everything is ready, I will have Elder Lin inform you. I hope you will cherish this opportunity."

"Thank you, Principal."

"Thank you, Principal."

Old Lin waved his hand and said, "You two go and familiarize yourselves with the school environment first. I'll chat with Xiao Qin for a while."

Jiang Qin and Chen Xiaohu left the principal's office and closed the door behind them.

Chen Xiaohu removed the seal from his mouth again and started talking.

"Brother Qin, I didn't expect you to be so awesome! From now on, you're my boss! I'll follow you."

"Boss, let me show you around the school, I know it like the back of my hand!"

"Boss, why aren't you saying anything? Don't you like talking?"

Jiang Qin ignored the buzzing of flies around him and looked down at the contribution points interface on his phone.

1400 contribution points is definitely a huge sum of money for a new student.

[Spirit Awakening Pill: Can help mortal cultivators in the Spirit Induction Realm accelerate their cultivation speed. 10 contribution points/pill.]

[Sea Spirit Pill: Contains a massive amount of spiritual energy, instantly replenishing the body's spiritual energy during battle. Suitable for martial artists below the Spirit Sea Realm. 20 contribution points/pill.]

……

[Spirit Refining Liquid: For use only by martial artists at the Spirit Sea Realm. It can purify the spiritual energy within the body and strengthen the foundation. 100 contribution points/bottle.]

Besides elixirs, there are also cultivation techniques and martial arts skills.

[Thunderbolt Fist (C-rank): With the force of thunder, it can paralyze the enemy's meridians. It is recommended to use it in conjunction with a C-rank or higher movement technique. Price: 100 contribution points.]

【Tai Kun Step (C-rank): The figure moves like a pheasant pouncing on its prey, making it difficult to defend against. Due to its highly provocative nature, it is recommended to use it with caution! Price: 100 contribution points.】

……

【Wind-Riding Step (Rank B): A lower-tier, stripped-down version of the Rank S movement technique 【Wind and Thunder Limitless Step】. The body moves with the wind, the shadow follows the flowing clouds, each step a breathtaking display of wind-riding prowess, allowing for boundless freedom. Price: 300 contribution points.】

【Thunderclap Step (Rank B): A lower-tier, stripped-down version of the S-rank movement technique 【Wind and Thunder Limitless Step】. Thunder roars, the figure vanishes; the thunderous sound subsides, the palm already at the throat. Price: 300 contribution points.】

Jiang Qin looked thoughtful as he looked at the two movement techniques.

If both of these B-level movement techniques are derived from the Wind and Thunder Limitless Step, then after he learns these two movement techniques, will he be able to deduce the S-level movement technique based on his talent?

After all, even a B-grade cultivation technique costs several hundred contribution points, let alone an S-grade technique.

His contribution is negligible.

Suddenly, Jiang Qin, who had already walked out of the building, stopped in his tracks because a group of people were blocking his way.

A purple-haired youth stepped forward with his arms crossed, grinning as he said:

"You must be Jiang. Nice to meet you. I'm Ji Yun, a member of the student council."

"I won't say anything more. Hand over 100 contribution points, and our student council will guarantee that you can cultivate peacefully in the academy for the next two years. This isn't just for you; every freshman entering the academy has to pay this fee. It's the rule."

Jiang Qin remained silent; this line sounded familiar.

This is... they've started extorting protection money from him?