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"I wouldn't recommend that," Chen Zilu said.
Jiang Ye asked, puzzled, "Why not? Is cosmic energy like performance-enhancing drugs, with side effects?"
"No," Chen Zilu replied, shaking her head. "You have a Primitive innate talent, which means your efficiency in absorbing stellar energy is extremely low."
"Cosmic energy gets its name because it originates from the cosmos. Humans first discovered this substance on Mars centuries ago."
"Therefore, stellar energy is far more expensive than Martial Dao Ingredients. The cost far outweighs the benefits, making it a poor investment," Chen Zilu explained.
Jiang Ye was slightly stunned.
Primitive innate talent? Extremely low absorption efficiency?
He suddenly remembered a question that had been puzzling him for a long time:
The difference between physical constitution and innate talent.
The Blue Star Federation placed such high value on martial dao aptitude for a reason.
Jiang Ye couldn't help but ask, "Teacher, are the rankings of innate talent related to stellar energy?"
"Exactly."
Chen Zilu nodded in agreement. "Cosmic energy is crucial for cosmic martial artists. After embarking on the path of cosmic martial arts, continuous absorption of this energy is essential to drive the transformation of life."
"Moreover, the higher one's innate talent, the more efficiently they can absorb stellar energy."
Jiang Ye understood immediately.
Centuries ago, Blue Star civilization had connected with the cosmos.
By now, humanity's footprints had spread throughout the entire Solar System.
It was said that the current cultivation system, 'cosmic martial arts,' was discovered during the exploration of the Solar System.
Now it seemed clear that everything was related to cosmic energy.
The reason why Primitive innate talent was called 'low-grade aptitude' was precisely because its absorption efficiency was too low.
"So, when it comes to cosmic tempering, will it take me longer than others?" Jiang Ye frowned slightly.
It seemed that achieving his first breakthrough would be even more challenging than he had initially imagined!
At that moment, a soft chuckle came from his smartwatch. "Don't worry about cosmic tempering. I have ways to help you accelerate the process when the time comes."
"Your current goal should be to reach Perfection in your cultivation method as soon as possible."
Jiang Ye's face lit up at the news, and he repeatedly thanked his teacher. "Thank you, Teacher."
"You're welcome. Any other questions?"
"No, that's all."
"Stay safe," Chen Zilu warned. "There have been disappearances in the city lately."
Jiang Ye paused, slightly startled. "Is it the Shadow Calamity?"
Chen Zilu shook her head. "Not necessarily. It could also be human factors. Just be extra cautious these days."
Jiang Ye nodded. "Alright. You too."
After hanging up, Jiang Ye sat in place, deep in thought.
Whether it was the lurking danger or the challenges of cosmic tempering, both only strengthened his resolve.
Get stronger!
Reach Perfection in the Star Martial Cultivation Method as soon as possible and enter the Elite Class.
Jiang Ye's gaze grew increasingly determined.
But just then, his eyes suddenly widened slightly.
"What's this...?"
Several system notifications had popped up before him:
[Warning! Warning! Your hearing has reached the system's maximum limit!]
[You have achieved a new achievement: Clearly perceive sounds from ten kilometers away and engage in remote conversations with individuals at that distance!]
[Unlocked title: Shunfeng'er (Wind-Listening Ear)]
[Reward: Hearing enhancement increased by 200%, with clarity increasing with distance!]
Jiang Ye was stunned.
Just making a phone call broke the system's limit?
And unlocked the 'Shunfeng'er' achievement?!
"Indeed, in a Low Martial World, there's no such thing as a telephone."
"So, according to the system's logic, my phone call was interpreted as transmitting sound over a thousand miles?"
Jiang Ye's face was filled with astonishment.
The rule itself was easy to understand, but it was something he had never even imagined.
Suddenly, a peculiar expression crossed Jiang Ye's face.
Is this... a kind of bug exploit?
If something like this can unlock achievements, then there must be countless other unforeseen paths that could unlock new achievements!
Just as Jiang Ye was marveling at this realization, he felt a strange twitching in his ears.
Immediately afterward, the internal structure of his ears seemed to undergo a subtle transformation.
Buzz!
In an instant, an overwhelming cacophony of noise flooded his ears.
For a moment, Jiang Ye felt like his brain was about to explode, overwhelmed by the chaotic din.
Fortunately, he quickly adapted and began to focus his hearing, attempting to extract useful information from the chaotic sounds.
Faintly, he could hear a conversation coming from two hundred meters away.
"Mommy, Mommy, look! Flowers!"
"Have you finished your homework yet?!"
"Waaah..."
"..."
Jiang Ye closed his eyes briefly, then turned in another direction.
A faint voice drifted from three hundred meters away.
"This guy got drunk after just a few bottles? What a lightweight."
"So you think you're so tough?"
"Right now, I can hear sounds from three hundred meters away."
Jiang Ye opened his eyes, a flicker of contemplation crossing his gaze.
Previously, he could only hear sounds within a hundred meters.
This meant the reward had directly tripled his auditory range.
"But these kinds of achievements probably aren't one-time deals, right?"
Jiang Ye pondered, "If there aren't any higher-tier achievements of the same type, it would be better to unlock this one later."
He realized that with these "bug-exploiting" achievements, unlocking them earlier wasn't necessarily better.
The stronger his abilities, the greater the benefits he would receive.
Still, since he had already unlocked it, there was no point in regretting it.
"In three weeks, the trials begin."
"I should experiment more and see if I can unlock similar achievements to boost my strength."
Jiang Ye mused inwardly.
Soon, an idea struck him.
Not long after, Jiang Ye left his house.
He stood by the roadside and hailed a taxi.
"Driver, are you willing to take a highway trip?"
"That'll cost extra."
"I'm not going far—just around Ancheng. Will a hundred be enough?"
"Get in."
Jiang Ye settled into the taxi and exhaled slowly.
This outing carried its own risks.
After all, Chen Zilu had warned him that the city wasn't safe lately.
Still, to test his theory, Jiang Ye decided to venture out. It was noon, so the safety factor should be higher.
"Driver, once we're on the highway, please drive at top speed for a while," Jiang Ye instructed.
In this world, highway standards differed from his previous life. The maximum speed limit was 200 km/h.
However, this taxi probably couldn't reach that speed, likely topping out around 150 km/h.
Even so, that should far exceed the standards of a Low Martial World!
Exactly.
Jiang Ye wanted to see if this would unlock a new achievement.
"Let's test this out. If it works, I'll buy a plane ticket later when I have more money."
In this world, commercial airliners were mostly supersonic jets, making them incredibly expensive.
Even a short domestic flight would cost over ten thousand yuan round trip.
Besides airliners, there were also hovercars available.
However, their speed was generally limited to 500 km/h, with a starting price of one thousand yuan.
"No money, no progress," Jiang Ye sighed inwardly.
A single coin can stump a hero!
Whether it was living expenses, transportation costs, or martial dao resources, everything required substantial wealth.
The path to becoming a martial arts powerhouse might be lonely, but it could never be impoverished.
This realization solidified Jiang Ye's determination to pass the upcoming trials, enter the Elite Class, and gain admission to the twenty-five school alliance—goals he absolutely had to achieve.
"We're on the highway now," Jiang Ye said, his eyes brightening as he gazed out the window.
After passing through the toll booth, the car gradually accelerated.
100 km/h
120 km/h
130 km/h
(End of the Chapter)
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