Translator: CinderTL
[Physique: Mortal Body (Grade C → Grade B)]
Jiang Ye quickly sensed the changes in his body.
A cool, refreshing energy spread through his limbs and every part of his body.
Every cell in his body seemed to be purified, as if reborn.
His blood, muscles, meridians, and skin vibrated rapidly.
Not only that, he heard a rumbling from his internal organs, and his bones creaked and cracked.
"My innate constitution and meridians are transforming," Jiang Ye realized, a look of joy spreading across his face.
Even a Grade C physique had already brought him immense benefits.
A Grade B physique? The changes would undoubtedly be even greater!
"Martial Dao Grandmaster?"
Jiang Ye continued examining the panel.
[Martial Dao Grandmaster: Having attained profound mastery, their strength far surpasses that of ordinary people. Their martial arts knowledge is unique and unparalleled, sufficient to establish a sect and pass on the flame of martial dao. They stand as towering peaks in the martial world, inspiring countless people to look up in awe and reverence. They are the Martial Dao Grandmasters!]
[You have surpassed the system's limits, reaching the pinnacle of the mortal realm. To advance further, you must ascend the Martial Dao Heavenly Ladder!]
"..."
Mastering the power of creation? The pinnacle of the mortal realm?!
Jiang Ye's lips twitched. This system sure knew how to exaggerate.
If only I were truly that strong!
Still, Jiang Ye knew that in a low-martial world, he might actually be considered this powerful.
But in this world, even ten Martial Dao Grandmasters might not withstand a high school student's lightning-fast five-strike combo.
"The Martial Dao Heavenly Ladder? It can help me advance further?"
Jiang Ye's expression shifted slightly.
Martial Dao Heavenly Ladder: The martial dao is like a heavenly ladder, each step a new level, each step a vast chasm! Starting from the Martial Dao Grandmaster realm, you can ascend the Martial Dao Heavenly Ladder and claim the Immortal Monument!
The subtitles faded away, and the system panel reappeared:
[Low-Martial Achievement System]
[Name: Jiang Ye]
[Physique: Mortal Body (C-Grade → B-Grade)]
[Talent: Primitive]
[Cultivation Method]
[Star Martial Cultivation Method: Major Success (1%)]
[Achievements]
[Martial Arts Grandmaster, Patriarch's Friend, Martial Dao Grandmaster]
[Martial Dao Heavenly Ladder]
[Available for Ascension]
On the panel, a new option had quietly appeared: "Martial Dao Heavenly Ladder."
"A new system feature? I wonder what rewards await those who climb it," Jiang Ye muttered to himself.
He glanced at his body. The transformation was still incomplete.
Without further hesitation, he mentally commanded:
"Begin the ascent!"
Buzz!
In the next instant, his head felt like it had been struck with a heavy club, and the world spun violently around him.
Then, his consciousness plunged into darkness.
Amidst swirling mists, Jiang Ye's eyes snapped open.
Before him stood a majestic golden ladder, radiating an aura of immense grandeur.
The ladder consisted of countless steps that stretched endlessly toward the heavens. Each step was inscribed with arcane runes, glowing with golden light.
"This must be the Martial Dao Heavenly Ladder," Jiang Ye murmured after a moment of stunned silence. He strode toward the ladder.
He noticed that every ten steps, a large platform appeared, seemingly for resting.
"Just keep climbing, then?"
Jiang Ye reached the base of the ladder, paused briefly to consider, then lifted his foot and began to ascend.
Buzz!
The moment his foot touched the first step, he felt an immense pressure bearing down on him.
Fortunately, his cultivation method had reached Major Success, making this pressure manageable.
Jiang Ye climbed steadily, step by step.
The higher he climbed, the greater the pressure became.
By the time he reached the tenth step, the pressure had nearly reached his limit.
Boom!
Jiang Ye, enduring the terrifying pressure, took another step, finally reaching the first large platform.
Instantly, the pressure vanished without a trace.
At the same moment, a panel appeared before him:
[You have ascended to the first level of the Martial Dao Heavenly Ladder.]
[Do you wish to immediately begin the first level assessment?]
Jiang Ye froze, staring at the two lines of text.
An assessment?
What was the point of struggling all this way if there's still an assessment?
It seems only those with the strength of a Martial Dao Grandmaster can even attempt the first level assessment.
If they're making it this difficult, the rewards must be extraordinary.
A glint of anticipation flashed in Jiang Ye's eyes.
Without further hesitation, he mentally commanded, "Begin the first level assessment!"
As his thought took hold,
Buzz!
The surrounding environment abruptly transformed.
The darkness dissipated, and Jiang Ye found himself lying on a large bed. Soothing music filled the air, and warm, amber light bathed him in an intimate glow.
A variety of essential oil bottles lined the bedside table, emitting a pleasant, subtle fragrance.
Isn't this the massage parlor I used to frequent? Jiang Ye murmured, surveying the familiar surroundings in bewilderment.
Just then, the door swung open.
A stunningly beautiful young woman entered, dressed in a white silk JK uniform, her hair pulled back in a high ponytail.
"Good evening, sir. Technician No. 13 is pleased to be at your service."
Jiang Ye stared at her in astonishment.
"Teacher Chen?"
The stunningly beautiful girl in the white-silk JK uniform was none other than his martial arts teacher, Chen Zilu!
Wait, is this even right?
Chen Zilu smiled sweetly at him, her voice soft and melodious. "Want to switch roles again? I'll bring another uniform next time."
As she spoke, she approached him, ready to begin her work.
"Wait!" Jiang Ye said, clutching his head. Something felt terribly wrong.
"Hmm?" Chen Zilu looked at him, puzzled, then her expression suddenly cleared. She chuckled softly. "Oh, I remember now. You have a thing for jade-like feet, don't you?"
Before Jiang Ye could react, she had already slipped off her small leather shoes, her white-silk-clad feet stepping onto him.
Jiang Ye's head swam, as if he had forgotten something crucial.
But under Chen Zilu's massage, he gradually sank into the experience, beginning to enjoy it.
Time drifted by slowly.
Half an hour, an hour, two hours...
After the session, Jiang Ye lay limp on the bed, his eyes gradually losing focus.
But just then...
Suddenly, Jiang Ye's pupils constricted. "Wait, this is clearly the massage parlor from my past life! How is Chen Zilu here?!"
"That's right! I'm undergoing the Martial Dao Heavenly Ladder assessment. This is all an illusion!"
The moment Jiang Ye realized this, the surrounding scenery vanished like mist in the wind.
He found himself back on the Martial Dao Heavenly Ladder.
[Assessment Time: 3 hours 07 minutes]
[Martial Dao Will Assessment: Failed]
[Assessment Failed!]
[Continue with the first-layer assessment?]
A wry smile appeared on Jiang Ye's face as he read the floating panel before him.
He had anticipated failure, but he hadn't expected to endure the illusion for over three hours!
"So, the first-layer assessment must be testing my Martial Dao Will?" Jiang Ye mused thoughtfully.
Martial Dao Will refers to a single-minded devotion to the martial dao, free from distractions.
Jiang Ye's sole pursuit was the martial dao; he shouldn't have fared so poorly.
Upon reflection, he realized it wasn't his Martial Dao Will that was lacking.
Rather, the illusion itself had clouded his mind.
Most importantly, the illusion felt incredibly real. All five senses were vividly clear, as if he had truly experienced a massage.
Even now, a faint fragrance seemed to linger around his nose.
Jiang Ye was at an age of peak vitality, making him particularly susceptible to such illusions.
"Fortunately, I have another chance to retake the assessment," Jiang Ye sighed in relief, immediately choosing to retake it.
Upon re-entering the assessment, Jiang Ye found himself back in the same massage parlor.
Seeing this, Jiang Ye inwardly relaxed.
Could he really stumble twice in the same place?
However, his mind felt hazy. What was I supposed to do here again? he wondered.
Before he could fully grasp the situation, a stunning woman in black stockings and a professional office outfit entered the room.
"Good day, sir. Technician No. 5 is delighted to serve you."
Hearing her crisp, alluring voice, Jiang Ye's eyes lit up with sudden clarity.
"I remember now... I came here to get laid."
(End of the Chapter)
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