Chapter 40 – I, Qin Yang, Never Owe Anyone a Favor!

The power of a Grandmaster-level Star Power Art was already extraordinary from the start.

With every move, one could draw upon the stars in the sky, merging them into the body, tempering the flesh to an unrivaled degree.

And now,

after the fusion of the Star Genesis Art, it had directly stepped into the ranks of a Grandmaster-level, achieving a qualitative leap!

“This round is satisfying!”

Qin Yang couldn’t wait to operate the Star Genesis Art and test it out.

He glanced around and walked to a spot near the skylight.

At this moment,

the sky outside the window was gradually darkening, with faint glimpses of brilliant stars hanging high in the sky, flickering in and out among the clouds—a perfect time to draw upon the power of the stars.

Qin Yang stood beneath the skylight, closed his eyes, focused his mind, and stirred his thoughts slightly.

The next moment,

the Star Power from the night sky answered his call, countless strands transforming from a stream into a vast ocean, growing larger and surging endlessly, converging into his body as if being wildly devoured by a deep-sea vortex!

“So fast!”

Qin Yang felt the surging Star Power within him and was instantly overjoyed.

This speed was several times faster than those ordinary Grandmaster-level arts!

It was simply the difference between a common family car and a top-tier sports car!

“Not bad, not bad.”

Qin Yang opened his eyes contentedly.

Deep within his pupils, it seemed as if galaxies of stars were dancing, dazzlingly brilliant, subtly aligning with the Heavenly Law.

This was the terrifying aspect of the Star Genesis Art—its speed in absorbing Star Power was incredibly fast, far surpassing ordinary Grandmaster-level Star Power Arts.

It could be described as a little heifer riding an airplane—

absolutely sky-high awesome!

“Phew~”

After several rounds of testing,

Qin Yang, bathed in the starlight, exhaled and stopped operating the Star Genesis Art.

“Not bad, the gains this time are significant, all thanks to the lecture at Jianghai Martial Arts Academy.”

The immense progress of the Star Genesis Art was largely due to Lin Mofeng’s selfless sharing.

This was undoubtedly a debt of gratitude that had to be repaid.

Otherwise, if it remained unpaid, it would weigh on his conscience.

After all,

I, Qin Yang, never owe favors!

“But the question is, how to repay it?”

Qin Yang frowned slightly and suddenly recalled the recently completed Star Power Art.

Wait…

What if I directly return this Grandmaster-level Star Power Art…

Wouldn’t that easily settle this karma!?

Thinking of this, Qin Yang glanced at the darkening sky outside the window.

There’s no time like the present.

Tonight.

Cut the Gordian knot and deliver this complete Star Power Art to the academy!

…

Late at night.

The moon was bright, and the stars were sparse.

Jianghai Martial Arts Academy, Martial Arts Plaza.

A beam of bright flashlight swept across.

Two patrolling guards passed by the stone tablet, shining their flashlights and checking the surrounding bushes. After confirming there were no signs of any living creatures, they leisurely walked away.

Faintly, a few whispers of their conversation could be heard.

“Strange, Old Zhang, why do I keep feeling like someone is watching us? Could someone have broken in?”

“What nonsense are you thinking? It’s just your imagination. The academy is guarded layer upon layer, and we’re in the very center. Who could possibly sneak in this deep?”

“You’re right, maybe I’m just too tired from overtime…”

With soft footsteps, the two of them walked farther and farther away.

However,

just two seconds after they left,

rustle.

The shadows of the trees swayed with the wind, and Qin Yang’s figure slowly emerged under a tree, as silent as a ghost.

“That young guard earlier was quite alert.”Qin Yang chuckled softly and shook his head, glancing toward the stone monument.

With a single step, his figure blurred and vanished, reappearing directly before the monument.

Buzz!

As soon as he approached, Qin Yang immediately sensed the residual Star Power left by Lin Mofeng, humming incessantly with an aura of profound mystery.

The dark rock surface was carved with neat characters, but fortunately, large blank sections remained for additions.

“Right here then. Since I previously used your incomplete art to fuse with the Star Genesis Art, I won’t take it for nothing.”

“Returning the favor by restoring a complete version counts as a win-win situation.”

Qin Yang raised his hand, covering it with energy.

Channeling True Essence through his body, he used his finger as a sword to complete the remaining Star Power Art upon the monument.

Scrape, scrape, scrape!

Stone chips flew as his movements flowed like a dancing dragon. The residual Star Power on the monument clashed with the Sword Intent emanating from Qin Yang’s carving, instantly being completely suppressed and dispersed.

In just a short while,

the engraving was completed. The Grandmaster-level Star Power Art was restored to wholeness, along with the complete dissipation of Lin Mofeng’s residual Star Power.

“Damn, seriously? This kid’s Star Power is too weak, can’t even withstand this…”

Qin Yang sighed helplessly, looking at his fingertip with some bewilderment.

“Whatever, the art is restored anyway. No harm done.”

Qin Yang shook his head and vanished from the spot, stepping through the Seven-Star Dragon Step…

…

…

The next day, under bright daylight.

In the high-level reception hall of Jianghai Martial Arts Academy.

Elegant tea fragrance filled the air. Upon an antique rosewood table were arranged various fresh pastries and sweet teas, an exceedingly lavish spread.

“Junior Sister Li, you’ve already reached the eighth level of the Acquired Realm before coming of age. Your future is truly promising.”

On the sofa, Lin Mofeng lifted his teacup, blowing away the steam rising from the surface, smiling as he spoke to Li Zixuan across the table.

“Not at all, Senior Brother Lin flatters me.”

Li Zixuan kept her head slightly lowered, responding politely before falling silent, quietly nibbling on Osmanthus Cake.

“Junior Sister, I’m not exaggerating.”

Lin Mofeng said softly with a smile: “With your current talent, you’d be exceptionally rare even in the Imperial Capital.”

Turning to Elder Li, he added: “And Junior Sister’s temperament isn’t as restless as mine was back then. Under Teacher’s guidance, she will certainly step into the Grandmaster Realm in the future.”

“This teacher thinks so too.”

Elder Li stroked his white beard with a pleased expression, looking at Li Zixuan beside him and then at Lin Mofeng across from him, his face showing pride.

The former possessed extraordinary talent – entering the Grandmaster Realm was merely a matter of time.

The latter had already been in the Grandmaster Realm for years, having ventured to the Imperial Capital where he thrived magnificently.

Having these two disciples now was truly one of life’s greatest blessings!

“If Junior Sister needs any materials related to the Grandmaster Realm, feel free to come find me anytime.”

Lin Mofeng looked at Li Zixuan before him, smiling: “I’ll provide full support to help you step into the Grandmaster Realm as soon as possible!”

“Mm, thank you for your kindness, Senior Brother.”

Li Zixuan nodded gently, her tone calm.

Had this been before, she would have been overjoyed.

But since meeting her master, she had come to realize that the Grandmaster Realm was merely the beginning.

In this vast world, someone like her master should be the goal she pursues!

Just at that moment.

Knock, knock!

A series of urgent knocks suddenly sounded at the door!Hearing the voice, Elder Li slightly furrowed his brow. By all reasoning, no one should disturb their master-disciple gathering at this time.

He then asked in a low, stern voice, “Who is it?”

“Elder Li, it’s me! The head of the security department!”

The voice from outside came through, urgent and panicked:

“Something terrible has happened! The guards this morning just discovered… the stone tablet has been maliciously vandalized!”

(End of Chapter)