Demon Core

Lu Shen got to know that the round object, red and silver in color was the Demon Core of a demon beast. These were typically found in higher ranked demon beasts that Li Lan had slain in the past. High level warriors utilized the spiritual energy within this core to cultivate to achieve a faster cultivation speed and the most important aspect is that it is a rank 5 demon beast core, which is suitable to be used by Avatar Condensing Realm warriors or higher realm warriors.

So he tried to see its status:

[ Demon Beast Core

Affinity: Fire/Lightning

Rank: 5

A demon core taken from an early rank 5 demon beast. It contains a huge amount of spiritual energy, specifically fire and lightning energy. This core comes from a demon beast that was killed by Li Lan in the past with a single blow.

Note 1: To use the spiritual energy of this core, one must at least have reached the realm of Avatar Condensing. If not, they will explode like a balloon due to not having a strong enough body.

Note 2: ?? ]

Seeing this rank 5 demon beast core, it must be very expensive, and it likely has more functions. But Lu Shen cannot view it, showing how valuable it is.

"How can I accept it, boss? Why are you giving me this?" Lu Shen looked at Li Lan and said.

"I will give this to you, but you'll owe me a favor in the future. I'm not giving it to you for free, so you don't have to hesitate over the demon core" Li Lan looked into Lu Shen's eyes with a serious expression.

Actually Li Lan was trying to gain favor with Lu Shen during his weaker period because he knew that in just two days, Lu Shen's strength had increased significantly. If Lu Shen became stronger in the future, he get might seek his revenge.

After thinking for some time,

"Ok, Boss Li"

"You accept it without thinking. What if I request you to kill innocent people?" Li Lan was slightly surprised, that the request he was about to make could potentially have positive or negative impact for Lu Shen's future.

" I know you are not that type of man"

"...."

"Ha ha ha, oh boy ha ha ha, I am not that type of man. Yes, boy, what you must remember is that you cannot trust everyone in this dangerous world. And I tell you, my request in future, after you have enough strength" he start laughing heartily.

...

"Anyway, thank you for your trust, Lu Shen" 

Lu Shen nodded, taking Li Lan's words to heart. He understood that Li Lan was speaking for his own good, and he appreciated the guidance.

"Boss, who is your enemy?"

Lu Shen was curious about Li Lan's past and asked who Li Lan's enemy was. He understood that if he could deduce his strength easily, then his enemy must be powerful too, to make him work like normal people.

Lu Shen didn't care if Li Lan's enemy was strong, as he had the ability to enhance his bloodline. He believed he would surpass other geniuses easily and readily accepted Li Lan's offer. After all, Li Lan had helped him in hard times, and he didn't know what would have happened to him if Li Lan hadn't help him and who can refuse rank 5 demon beast core.

'he he he'

"You are too weak right now, but when you are as strong as Spirit Core Realm, then you can contact me through this number" Li Lan said, handing over a card to Lu Shen.

"Spirit Core Realm? What kind of strength does your enemy possess?"

Lu Shen was puzzled, as he thought his enemy was an Integration Realm Warrior. In Azure Cloud stronghold, only Integration Realm Warriors held such high power.

This proved that Li Lan was not from Azure Cloud stronghold. However, Lu Shen didn't care, as he believed he could definitely reach the power of the Spirit Core Realm in about three years.

"You will know in the future" 

"Alright, I'll keep that in mind"

Lu Shen thought, and suddenly he remembered the Origin Bracelet's ability to view other people's information.

"Shit, I always forget about my own abilities."

Lu Shen then used his ability on Li Lan.

[ Name: Li Lan

Age: 37

Bloodline: Thunder Lion

Warrior Realm: Avatar Condensing (peak)(sealed)

Battle Power: ???

skills: All seeing eyes,???,???,???,???]

"Oh my God!!, what kind of power is this? How powerful is his enemy to seal his warrior realm? What might have caused this event? and what is ??? meant" he was shocked by the result. But he didn't ask Li Lan because if Li Lan wanted, he might have already shared about his past.

"What is this battle power" Lu Shen asked to spirit.

"After warriors reach higher realms, their attributes increase to such an extent that they cannot be measured solely by strength, speed, and endurance. So all martial skill, physical prowess, and spiritual abilities are measured in battle power and same for demon monsters and question marks exist because your strength is weak to see all information of high level warrior, while his strength is almost in the True Spirit Realm if not having a seal." spirit explain to Lu Shen.

"So that was the case and i can only see about four realm higher Warrior information"

"Boss, what realm are you in?" Lu Shen asked, curious about Li Lan's true realm, even though he already knew it.

"Not much. You'll know in the future" Li Lan said, waving his hand.

"Stingy old man, please tell me!"

"Shitty little brat, no means no. You're too weak."

"Hmph, forget it then" Lu Shen felt disappointed.

"Boss, do you have more of this? Can you give me..." Lu Shen probed, he hoping to obtain a lower ranked core to enhance his realm. He shamelessly asked Li Lan for more.

"You greedy little shit! No, I don't have more" Li Lan shouted, feeling little embarrassed. As a high level warrior in past, he didn't even possess a low level demon beast core.

That was because his warrior realm was sealed for countless years. He spent all his demon cores in depression, drowning in wine for many years. Only after meeting Lu Shen did he start to get better. That's why he gave demon beast wolf meat to Lu Shen.

"...."

"Stingy..." Lu Shen murmured in a low voice.

"What?" Li Lan asked.

"Old man, don't be a stranger. We've known each other for a long time. Who knows how long we'll have to work together in the future?"

"Don't act up in front of me, brat, go home" Li Lan said, even though he said that Li Lan still have a faint smile. Lu Shen also smiled, knowing that Li Lan's words were not harsh and that he truly cared for him.

"Um, good. Try hard to increase your strength as soon as possible because I can only wait for five years"

"Okay, I will try my best, and thanks for giving me this expensive demon beast core" Lu Shen said, bowing his head.

"Don't let me down, and try to be safe. Even if you can't increase your strength, don't fall against humans" Li Lan said shaking his hand.

Nodding his head, Lu Shen told Li Lan that he would not come to work and instead he will focus on his upcoming graduation test. After bidding each other goodbye, Lu Shen walked toward home.

Sighing and shaking his head, Li Lan continues his work, thinking about Lu Shen's and about his revenge.

"Just wait for me about 5 years, Yu'er"

"Feng clan, just wait!!"

.....

.....

Northern High Academy, Principal's Office

Principal Zhang sat at his desk, engrossed in reviewing documents, when Teacher Tang entered the office.

"Ah, Teacher Tang, please come in. Have a seat" Principal Zhang said, gesturing towards a chair.

"Thank you, Principal Zhang"

"I've called you here to discuss our elite class's preparations for the upcoming graduation test. As you know, this is a crucial milestone for our students and our academy and we must ensure they are well prepared. Additionally, we must aim for top performance this time, otherwise, we might not receive resources for new students"

"Yes, indeed. This time, we have many outstanding students who have awakened high grade bloodlines. Among them, three have awakened superior grade bloodlines, and five have top-grade bloodlines, with others possessing middle and low-grade ones. I believe our performance will be exceptional this time"

"Indeed, I share your sentiment. While it's encouraging to see high grade bloodline students this year, but we must remain vigilant and not grow complacent. Our priority is to ensure they are thoroughly prepared for the challenges awaiting them"

"sir, i think exposing our students to real combat situations in the outer areas of the wilderness could be beneficial. They'll face normal beasts and possibly rank one demon beasts, providing them with practical experience and a chance to test their skills" Teacher Tang suggested.

"hmm, an excellent suggestion, Teacher Tang. Practical combat experience is invaluable for our students' growth. Exposing them to the wild areas where they can face normal beasts and low grade demon beasts will provide them with real world challenges to test their skills and abilities"

"Absolutely, that sounds like a solid plan. We can convene a meeting to discuss today's topic and then implement the outcomes once the students have selected their cultivation techniques" Principal Zhang nodded with big smile.

"right, sir" Teacher Tang also smile.

He knew that his class's attainment of superior grade bloodlines and two top grade bloodline had played a significant role in his promotion to the position of second vice principal of Northern High School.

At slum area Lu Shen house.....

After returning home, Lu Shen dedicated himself to practicing the golden body techniques. For hours, he endured the familiar pain of spiritual energy coursing through his skin, refining his body with each session.

After a long practice session, he finally achieved a small success in the golden body techniques. His skin had toughened to the point where small weapons like knives would no longer harm him.

"Not again"

Lu Shen muttered as he noticed his body expelling black liquid. He decided to take a bath to refresh himself.

After cleansing himself...

"rumble, rumble"

his stomach rumbled.so he prepared a simple meal and sat down to eat.

Once he was full, Lu Shen began practicing the five element refinement techniques. With each circulation of spiritual energy through his meridians, he felt a warm sensation spreading throughout his body. As he circulated the five element refinement techniques, he focusing on fire and wood elements, spiritual energy began to refine his bloodline.

he also practice Silent Breath Technique....

As Lu Shen practiced the Silent Breath Technique, he felt a deep sense of calm washing over him with each breath. He focused on his breathing, ignoring everything else around him.

He concentrated on the energy flowing through his body, syncing his breath with his movements. It felt like a gentle breeze moving through him, soothing and peaceful.

With each repetition, he improved his control over his breath, feeling more connected to his inner self. He felt like his awareness was expanding beyond his body.

In this calm state, his mind became clear, and he became more observant of his surroundings. Time seemed to slow down, and he noticed even the smallest details around him...

...

"It's rare to find such a hardworking and talented individual. Perhaps this time we'll have the opportunity to go to that place" Origin Bracelet thought looking at the sky.

[Host: Lu Shen

Bloodline Beast: Firewood Snake(Top)

Warrior Realm: Refinement (17%) (Early)

Age: 18

Race: Human

Strength: 140

Endurance: 100

Agility: 95

Luck: 30

Cultivation Techniques : Five Element Refinement Technique[small success](10%), Golden Body Technique[small success](6%), Silent Breath Technique[small success](3%)

Skills: Stealth, Swift, Inferno Strike, Wood Bind

Equipment: Origin Bracelet ]

 .....

.....

At 9 am, Lu Shen woke up late. Realizing this, he hurriedly prepared to leave for the academy, he would be late if he didn't move quickly.

Lu Shen decided not to visit the Origin Land today because even though time stopped there, the fatigue he felt would not disappear, which could potentially affect his performance in academy.

.....