Translator: CinderTL
Jiang Ye's breakthrough drew attention from all sides.
He paid no heed to these observers.
His second breakthrough transformation was far from over.
"Absorb," Jiang Ye commanded, activating the Star Martial Advancement Method. His entire body became a massive vortex, devouring the surrounding purple stellar mist.
Previously, most of the stellar energy entering his body would rapidly dissipate.
But this time, the energy flowed smoothly through his Star Meridian, becoming remarkably docile as it coursed downward, drilling into the Guanyuan Acupoint.
After refining, the Star Meridian distributed the energy to every corner of his body.
"So this is the power of the Star Meridian? It's incredible!"
"My physical strength is skyrocketing!" Jiang Ye marveled inwardly.
The Star Meridian was a higher-level meridian line than ordinary meridians, capable of channeling cosmic energy of a far greater intensity.
To put it simply:
Previously, the human body's meridians could only handle Primordial Stellar Energy diluted hundreds of times.
The Star Meridian, on the other hand, could withstand Primordial Stellar Energy diluted dozens of times.
As one's life level ascended, their capacity to withstand this energy would gradually increase.
This meant that a second breakthrough expert who had mastered the Star Meridian theoretically possessed over ten times the combat power of a first breakthrough expert!
Of course, the actual difference would be influenced by various factors.
For instance, a second breakthrough expert with Primitive innate talent might not be significantly stronger than a first breakthrough expert with Dao Bone Aptitude.
"Limited by the Star Martial Advancement Method," Jiang Ye mused, "my Guanyuan Acupoint can only withstand Primordial Stellar Energy diluted hundreds of times. It can't keep up with the Star Meridian's capacity."
"Once I return, I need to cultivate a higher-tier cultivation method that aligns with the Star Meridian."
"By then, my strength will more than double again," Jiang Ye thought with anticipation.
After all, the Star Martial Advancement Method was merely a high-grade yellow tier cultivation technique.
Its maximum potential was only the second breakthrough.
The Guanyuan Acupoint, cultivated through the Star Martial Advancement Method, diluted Primordial Stellar Energy hundreds of times, preventing the Star Meridian from unleashing its true potential.
Once Jiang Ye mastered a higher-tier cultivation method, his Guanyuan Acupoint would be able to accommodate stellar energy of a much higher grade.
By then, his strength would be several times greater than it was now.
Jiang Ye stopped overthinking and silently savored this transformation.
"So comfortable," he murmured.
He could clearly feel that the stellar energy flowing through his Star Meridian was refining him far more effectively than before.
Cosmic energy possessed transcendent properties, but it wasn't naturally compatible with humans. Without a Star Meridian, the refining effect of a single strand of stellar energy might be less than 10%, with the remaining 90% going to waste.
But with a Star Meridian, the refining effect had surged to at least 50%!
This was because the Star Meridian itself was perfectly attuned to stellar energy. The two were mutually complementary.
"Hmm?"
Suddenly, Jiang Ye's expression shifted as he glanced at his system panel.
[Detected: Your strength has reached the system's new upper limit!]
[Unlocked Title: Martial Dao Titan!]
[Martial Dao Titan: Surpassing 99.9% of the world's martial dao experts, you stand alone, a clan unto yourself. Your martial knowledge shakes the ages, making you a Martial Dao Titan!]
[Reward: Dao Bone Transformation]
"Finally!"
"After breaking through to the second breakthrough, I've unlocked a new achievement." A smile crept across Jiang Ye's lips. "Looks like I can try climbing the fourth level of the Martial Dao Heavenly Ladder when I get back."
At the same time, he noticed the new title.
"Martial Dao Titan?"
"Could the Martial Dao Patriarch be at the third breakthrough?" Jiang Ye's mind raced.
Back in Ancheng, the system had designated Chen Zilu as the "Martial Dao Patriarch."
At that time, Chen Zilu must have been at the third breakthrough.
She had told Jiang Ye that she only reached the fourth breakthrough after returning to school.
"No wonder even Director Zhang was so respectful to her."
"Senior Sister was in Ancheng back then," Jiang Ye mused. "Even without considering her status, her sheer strength made her an absolute powerhouse."
At that time, the gap between him and Chen Zilu had been immense.
But now? It had narrowed considerably.
"Dao Bone Transformation." Jiang Ye looked eagerly at the reward.
[Physique: Profound Physique (C-tier, lower) → (B-tier, upper)]
"Straight from C-tier to B-tier, upper?" Jiang Ye chuckled.
System, you never disappoint.
Impressive!
After breaking through, Jiang Ye remained seated cross-legged, continuously absorbing stellar energy.
The surrounding people weren't surprised.
After all, breaking through to the second breakthrough required absorbing vast amounts of stellar energy to refine oneself.
But no one knew that Jiang Ye was undergoing an even more profound transformation than his previous breakthrough.
Rumble~
A thunderous roar, audible only to Jiang Ye himself, echoed within his body.
Advancing from a low-grade C-tier profound physique to a high-grade B-tier profound physique would undoubtedly be a long and arduous process.
However, Jiang Ye had already prepared to spend several days in the Purification Pool, so he wasn't in any hurry.
Time passed.
One by one, the others in the Purification Pool left.
In the end, only Jiang Ye remained, sitting cross-legged and silently cultivating.
One day.
Two days.
Three days.
On the fifth day, Jiang Ye emerged from the Purification Pool. After a brief farewell to Star Envoy Wang, he immediately rushed back to Penglai University.
He was ready to ascend the fourth level of the Martial Dao Heavenly Ladder!
Penglai University, Heaven-Tier Zone.
At Manor No. 41, Jiang Ye had just returned home when he dialed Zhu Honglie's number.
Beep
The call connected.
Ding! A projection of a kind-faced old man with fiery red hair appeared.
"Jiang Ye," Zhu Honglie said with a smile before Jiang Ye could speak. "I've already heard the news. Congratulations on your second breakthrough!"
"Congratulations to you, Teacher, on gaining another second breakthrough expert among your disciples," Jiang Ye replied with a smile.
"Hahaha." Zhu Honglie shook his head, still smiling. "You little rascal, you always manage to surprise me."
"I originally expected you to reach your second breakthrough by the end of next semester at the earliest," Zhu Honglie chuckled. "I never imagined it would happen so quickly."
"That's all thanks to your excellent guidance, Teacher," Jiang Ye said sincerely.
Achieving a second breakthrough was no easy feat.
Though Jiang Ye's breakthrough this time seemed effortless and natural,
For most students, breaking free from life's shackles was an extremely cautious, even dangerous, endeavor.
Failure meant the Guanyuan Acupoint would shatter, rendering them crippled for life.
Such cases were far from rare in reality.
Jiang Ye's ease in achieving this breakthrough stemmed from two factors: his formidable martial dao foundation and Zhu Honglie's meticulous guidance.
Before attempting the breakthrough, Jiang Ye had followed his teacher's instructions to prepare thoroughly.
Without such preparation, success might not have come so smoothly.
"Teacher," Jiang Ye said, "I've just achieved my second breakthrough. I'd like to enter seclusion for the next few days to consolidate my realm."
"Very well," Zhu Honglie nodded in approval. "You don't need to come see me during that time."
"Thank you, Teacher," Jiang Ye replied, bowing slightly.
"Focus on consolidating your realm these next few days," Zhu Honglie instructed. "Once your foundation is stable, I'll take you to White Dragon University for further studies."
"Yes, Teacher," Jiang Ye acknowledged with a nod.
After ending the call, Jiang Ye took a deep breath. "Now, it's time to enter the Martial Dao Heavenly Ladder."
Why had he requested seclusion?
Not merely to consolidate his realm, of course.
More importantly, he wanted to prevent his physical body from falling into a days-long coma upon reaching the fourth level of the Martial Dao Heavenly Ladder.
The last time, he had nearly given his foster parents a heart attack.
Jiang Ye picked up his phone and used the online control platform to seal off the entire manor.
He set up automated call replies.
Moments later, Jiang Ye settled into the main villa.
"Preparations complete."
"Martial Dao Heavenly Ladder!" he silently summoned within his mind.
(End of the Chapter)
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