Chapter 1: The Only Unique Entry [Infinite]! Infinite Stacking, Infinite Upgrading!
In a villa located in Xuanfeng City...
Ling Feng stood in front of a massive floor-to-ceiling mirror, staring at the handsome young man reflected in it, feeling a bit dazed.
He then glanced around at the luxurious villa and almost burst into tears.
"Did I... get reborn?
And I've been reborn into the body of a rich second-generation heir? Damn, it's finally my turn to live the good life!"
Ling Feng couldn't help but curse the heavens for finally giving him a break.
In his previous life, he had been an overworked corporate drone who completely burned out and died after working seven straight days during the National Day holiday.
But this wasn't just a simple crossing into another world — it was reincarnation into this futuristic sci-fi world.
However, Ling Feng had lost all his memories from his previous life until today when they finally awakened.
This world was a parallel universe where everyone had access to special "entries."
And it was set a hundred thousand years in the future.
In this era, humanity's footprint spanned across the entire galaxy.
In this world, every individual gains the ability to unlock an "entry" after reaching adulthood.
These so-called "entries" are essentially text-based abilities that function like divine powers.
Whatever the text describes, one gains the corresponding ability.
This mysterious power had existed since the dawn of recorded civilization in this world and was closely tied to its development.
At the same time, this world contained numerous "God Domain" spaces — mysterious realms filled with countless fierce beasts, exotic creatures, and various alien races!
These entries were scattered among different life forms within those realms.
After killing these God Domain creatures, there's a chance to obtain an Oracle Stone.
The Oracle Stone contains all the entries possessed by that wild creature. Upon use, a lottery wheel will appear.
The wheel will randomly select one of the creature's entries.
If you successfully draw an entry, you can directly merge with its power!
Entries are categorized by color, starting from the lowest: White, Green, Blue, progressing to Purple, Silver, and Gold. The higher the rank, the more powerful the effect.
Of course, there's a limit to how many entries a person can fuse with in their lifetime.
So every draw must be made with great caution — if you're unlucky and end up with a useless entry, your entire future could be ruined.
In this life, Ling Feng's parents had once been powerful warriors at the Martial Emperor level, both possessing powerful Blue Entries.
Unfortunately, they died during a demon attack. Thankfully, before they passed, they left Ling Feng with a substantial fortune.
This wealth had been managed by the government until Ling Feng turned eighteen a few days ago, when it was fully transferred to him.
Recalling this, Ling Feng's smile faded.
This world wasn't as safe as he had hoped.
To survive, one must possess enough strength; otherwise, even wealth would only attract thieves.
"Looks like I'll have to work hard after all!"
Ling Feng sighed in resignation — it seemed he couldn't just sit back and relax.
But fortunately, in this life, he wouldn't need to struggle just to get by like before.
His starting point was already far ahead of most people.
"Let's check my attributes first... then see if the Oracle Stones my parents left behind can unlock some good entries."
Ling Feng opened his Oracle System...
Name: Ling Feng
Race: Human
Class: None
Level: Black Iron One Star
Vitality: 1.2 (1 Vitality = 1000 kg of strength)
Soul Power: 0.5
Cultivation Technique: Advanced Body Tempering Art (Beginner, Tier 3)
Martial Skill: Basic Fist Technique (Mastered, Tier 1)
Entry:[Infinite] (Unique Tier — Infinite stacking of identical entries, unlimited entry fusion!)
The Oracle System is an ability that everyone in this world awakens upon reaching adulthood. It allows them to assess their own strength and basic status — just like a real-life game interface.
1.2 Vitality wasn't weak at all!
At full strength, Ling Feng could deliver a punch exceeding one ton — enough to send an ordinary motorcycle flying with a single strike.
This was the result of Ling Feng's years of dedicated training.
However, what truly shocked him was his entry.
A Unique Tier Entry — [Infinite]?!
"Stack identical entries? And fuse an unlimited number of entries?"
"Holy crap, what is this?"
"What kind of rank is 'Unique Tier'? I've never even heard of it!"
Ling Feng was stunned.
Ling Feng knew about the standard entry rankings: White, Green, Blue, Purple, Silver, and Gold.
Of course, there were rumors of ranks even higher than Gold, but none of them were called Unique Tier.
"It seems this 'Unique Tier' entry must be far stronger than a Gold entry... Could this be my cheat ability from reincarnation?
"The novels were right! As a transmigrator, I really do get special perks."
Ling Feng quickly accepted this new reality.
After all, who would complain about having an overpowered talent?
"If I can infinitely stack the same entry... even if it's just White entries, I should be able to create some insane super entry, right?"
Suddenly, this thought struck Ling Feng like lightning.
High-level entries were hard to obtain, but White entries? Those were easy to come by!
With that in mind, Ling Feng didn't hesitate and walked straight to the family's safe.
He placed his hand on the biometric scanner of the safe.
"Beep! Fingerprint verified, vein pattern verified, DNA verified — unlocking safe!"
"Click!"
With the sound of mechanical locks disengaging, the heavy, high-security safe door, made from specialized materials, slowly swung open.
A mountain of supplies greeted Ling Feng.
Most eye-catching among them was a Blue Oracle Stone along with over a dozen Green Oracle Stones.
And scattered casually on the floor were dozens of White Oracle Stones.
Oracle Stones had their own ranking system: White being the lowest, followed by Green and Blue.
Each color typically determined the quality of the entries inside.
White Oracle Stones almost always contained White entries. Green Oracle Stones guaranteed at least one Green entry, though the rest might still be White — and getting that guaranteed Green entry still depended on luck!
A Blue Oracle Stone guaranteed at least one Blue Entry among its several options, and the same logic applied to higher tiers.
The price of a single Blue Oracle Stone reached hundreds of millions, making it far too expensive for the average person.
Of course, a White Oracle Stone could still potentially yield a Green, Blue, or even Purple Entry, but the odds were incredibly slim.
As for Ling Feng's [Infinite] entry, it was an exceptionally rare, self-awakened innate entry. Unlike standard entries that required Oracle Stones, this type awakened naturally as a special talent.
The chances of self-awakening an entry were astronomically low — only about one in several thousand people would even develop a basic White Entry this way.
"These Green Oracle Stones are worth a hundred White ones each... using them now feels wasteful."
Staring at the ten Green Oracle Stones, Ling Feng frowned.
"I'll test things out with these White Oracle Stones first. If my [Infinite] entry really works, I'll convert all the Oracle Stones into White ones!"
Without hesitation, Ling Feng made his decision.
He grabbed one of the White Oracle Stones.
[Ding... White Oracle Stone detected. Use now?]
The system's prompt rang out immediately.
"Use it!"
Ling Feng didn't hesitate.
"Buzz!!!"
As soon as he spoke, the White Oracle Stone in his hand dissolved into a streak of radiant light, transforming into a lottery wheel that appeared before him.
Unsurprisingly, all the listed entries were White — and there were only four options...
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[Tenacity! White] (Defense +130%)
[Charge! White] (Next attack power +130% while running)
[Mighty Strength! White] (Strength +130%)
[Blood Bull! White] (Max HP +130%)
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Chapter 2: It Really Works! Spending a Billion in Rage!!
No surprise — these were typical White entries. Ling Feng couldn't help but feel frustrated.
"So weak… way too weak."
Only a 30% increase — barely noticeable.
These entries looked familiar too, most likely the basic ones carried by those common wild beasts — like the Giant Boar entries.
"Forget it, I'll just pick one! Hopefully, this [Infinite] entry isn't a scam… otherwise, I'll have wasted one of my precious entry slots."
Ling Feng sighed helplessly and tapped the draw button.
"Buzz!!!"
The wheel spun rapidly.
[Ding... You have obtained the entry: [Mighty Strength] (White)! Beginning fusion…]
As the notification rang out, a warm surge of energy flooded Ling Feng's body.
Instantly, he could feel every cell in his body being strengthened by this new power.
His strength had noticeably improved in just seconds.
[Ding... Congratulations! Successfully fused entry: [Mighty Strength] (White, 130%)!]
The system's confirmation chimed again.
"Now... let's see if this entry can really stack and evolve!"
Taking a deep breath, Ling Feng grabbed another White Oracle Stone and activated it without hesitation...
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[Tenacity! White] (Defense +130%)
[Charge! White] (Next attack power +130% while running)
[Mighty Strength! White] (Strength +130%)
[Blood Bull! White] (Max HP +130%)
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Still the same set of Giant Boar entries — it seemed like this entire batch was from the same grind.
Most likely, Ling Feng's parents had farmed these before their passing but never had the chance to sort through them.
Without hesitation, Ling Feng grabbed another Oracle Stone and activated it.
[Ding... You have obtained the entry: [Tenacity] (White)! Beginning fusion...]
[Ding... Congratulations! Fusion successful! Defense +130%]
His second draw wasn't Mighty Strength, but Ling Feng didn't mind. An extra 30% defense boost was still a solid gain.
Ling Feng pressed on.
[Ding... You have obtained the entry: [Tenacity] (White)! Beginning fusion upgrade...]
[Ding... Congratulations! Fusion successful! Entry upgraded: [Tenacity] (Defense +160%)]
Suddenly, a system prompt echoed in Ling Feng's mind!
His eyes lit up with excitement.
"No way... it really works! It's not fake! And the boost jumped by 30%?"
Seeing the boosted stats, Ling Feng was overjoyed.
These White Oracle Stones, while still somewhat pricey, were far easier to obtain than the Green or Blue ones.
After all, one Green Oracle Stone could be exchanged for a whopping 100 White Oracle Stones!
Incredible! With one Blue Oracle Stone exchangeable for 100 Green Oracle Stones, Ling Feng realized that his stash could be converted into over 10,000 White Oracle Stones.
Even if White Oracle Stones had low odds of yielding strong entries, with that many attempts, he'd still end up with roughly 2,500 white entries — and stacking those could push his skills to unimaginable levels!
"I'll sell off these Blue and Green Oracle Stones. Boosting my power quickly is the priority!"
With his plan in mind, Ling Feng activated his Bio-Brain — an advanced interface that projected a virtual display directly in front of him, allowing instant internet access from anywhere.
He uploaded the Oracle Stone details to the Federation Marketplace.
Moments later, a notification arrived:
**"Dear customer, your Blue Oracle Stone has been evaluated as a superior-grade stone. The Federation Marketplace is willing to purchase it for 5 billion credits.
Your Green Oracle Stones are also high-quality; the total offer is 5.1 billion credits."**
Ling Feng froze.
"5 billion?! That's five times the usual price!"
Suddenly, it clicked.
"Right! I nearly forgot — Oracle Stone value varies depending on the quality of the entries inside. The stronger the entries, the higher the price. Looks like my parents left behind some top-tier Oracle Stones!"
Ling Feng sighed, feeling a mix of gratitude and sadness.
"They must have been planning to pave the way for me... too bad they didn't live to see me grow up."
With no hesitation, Ling Feng sold everything.
Even though Blue Oracle Stones were valuable, their potential was unreliable. Each stone held just a handful of entries, and the odds of landing a Blue-tier entry were painfully low — less than 1%.
"In this case, banking on Blue entries is just gambling. White entries with my [Infinite] ability are a sure bet!"
Ling Feng's decision was bold — instead of gambling on rare, unreliable entries, he went all-in on stacking White-tier entries with his unique [Infinite] talent.
With the 5.1 billion credits from selling his higher-tier Oracle Stones, Ling Feng browsed the Federation Marketplace's inventory for the optimal choice.
He eventually settled on the Wind Spirit Beast Oracle Stone.
Potential Entries: [Resilience] (White) — +130% Defense [Gale] (White) — +130% Movement Speed [Mighty Strength] (White) — +130% Strength [Rapid Strike] (White) — +10% Attack Speed [Mild Talent] (White) — Slightly boosts cultivation talent
This was a well-balanced set, with four directly enhancing combat power — speed, strength, defense, and attack rate — ensuring steady growth.
Without hesitation, Ling Feng invested 10 billion credits to purchase 20,000 Wind Spirit Beast Oracle Stones.
"With my [Infinite] ability, stacking these entries will make me unstoppable!"
He still had several billion credits remaining — enough to cover any future needs. With his parents' foresight and inheritance, Ling Feng had everything he needed to blaze his own path.
"Now, it's time to start stacking... and dominate this world!"
Because all the available entries were focused on offense, their price was slightly higher than standard White-tier entries.
More importantly, there was one entry that enhanced cultivation speed — a vital boost for rapid power growth.
In this world, White Oracle Stones were often overlooked, but for many ordinary people, they were still highly valuable. Each one cost 10,000 credits, and for those without innate talent, White-tier entries were often their only choice.
However, relying solely on White-tier entries meant their potential for greatness was severely limited.
"Let's open all the remaining Oracle Stones at home first!" Ling Feng muttered.
Taking a deep breath, he started unlocking the remaining White Oracle Stones one by one.
[Mighty Strength] (White) — +190% Strength [Blood Bull] (White) — +160% Health [Mighty Strength] (White) — Upgraded to Green! Defense +200% Chapter 3: Yan Xiyun? What Are You Barking About?
Before long, Ling Feng's [Mighty Strength] entry had stacked to +200% Strength, evolving into a Green-tier entry.
That's when he noticed something — once an entry hit 200%, adding another White-tier entry would only increase the stat by 10% instead of the usual boost.
"So once an entry evolves, stacking low-tier entries becomes less efficient... Makes sense."
But Ling Feng wasn't discouraged. Even at reduced efficiency, adding ten more White-tier entries would still increase the stat by another 100%.
"To upgrade to Blue-tier, I'd need about thirty White-tier entries... That's way better than gambling on a single Blue Oracle Stone."
Ling Feng grinned — thirty White entries might sound like a lot, but compared to the staggering cost of a Blue Oracle Stone, which was worth 10,000 times more, this method was far more efficient.
"With this strategy, I'll rise to power faster than anyone expects!"
Excited, Ling Feng continued using his White Oracle Stones, pushing forward with relentless determination.
By the time he had exhausted over 40 Oracle Stones, his four core entries had all surpassed +330%, with [Mighty Strength] reaching a staggering +350%.
He was now within striking distance of evolving them into Blue-tier entries, which required a +500% boost.
"So the baseline for Green-tier entries is 200% for the three primary stats..." Ling Feng reflected.
"But for specialized entries like attack speed, the threshold is only +150% to upgrade to Green. Seems like the requirements vary depending on the nature of the entry."
This realization made Ling Feng appreciate the complexity of entry progression.
Starting from Green-tier, special entries such as [Fire Control] and [Wind Manipulation] would become available — powerful traits that could drastically alter his combat potential.
"Looks like I'll need to save some credits for Green Oracle Stones soon," Ling Feng muttered with a grin.
Just then, a sudden alert interrupted his thoughts.
"Beep beep! Incoming video call!"
"Huh? Who's calling this late at night?" Ling Feng frowned but answered the call nonetheless.
"Buzz!!"
In an instant, a holographic projection flickered to life before him, revealing a haughty-looking young woman.
"Ling Feng! Where's the Blue Oracle Stone you promised me? Tomorrow's Ye Xiao's birthday, remember?!" she barked, her tone sharp and demanding.
"Get it to my house right now!"
Ling Feng hadn't even opened his mouth before the girl's arrogant commands poured out like a tidal wave.
Ling Feng's mind went blank.
"Wait... what the hell? Who is this?!"
The arrogant tone, as if he owed her millions, left Ling Feng momentarily stunned.
But then it clicked — he remembered exactly who this girl was.
Her name was Yan Xiyun, a classmate of his and the so-called "white moonlight" he had foolishly chased after for years.
Throughout their high school days, Ling Feng had practically sacrificed his entire allowance to spoil her — gifts, supplies, you name it.
When he did the math, the total easily surpassed 10 million credits — a staggering amount in this world where inflation wasn't a problem.
The worst part? Just a month ago, after inheriting his parents' fortune, Ling Feng had gone above and beyond — giving Yan Xiyun a Blue-tier Oracle Stone.
By sheer luck, she had unlocked a Green-tier entry: [Ice Control] — a rare elemental entry with incredible potential.
With that ability, her chances of getting into a top-tier university on Blue Water Star had skyrocketed. Her future was practically guaranteed.
If Ling Feng had done all this out of mutual love, it might have felt worthwhile...
But the reality?
He'd been nothing more than a pathetic, desperate simp.
While she accepted his gifts, Yan Xiyun had been flirting non-stop with Ye Xiao, a fellow classmate.
And now? She was demanding another Oracle Stone — for her so-called "boyfriend."
"Unbelievable... I was such a clueless idiot!"
Ling Feng couldn't help but reflect bitterly. He prided himself on being a capable, forward-thinking youth — yet he'd allowed himself to be played like a fool.
If word of this got out, how could he ever show his face as a dignified transmigrator?
"Ling Feng! Are you deaf or just plain stupid?!"
Yan Xiyun's shrill voice snapped him back to reality, her face twisted with impatience as she barked her demands once again.
Ling Feng couldn't help but shake his head.
"How did I ever fall for someone like her?"
He sighed, feeling secondhand embarrassment for his past self.
"Why are you barking like a mad dog? Whether I'm deaf or not is none of your damn business! Listen here, Yan Xiyun — have some shame, will you?
"Buying your boyfriend a birthday gift — what, you can't afford it yourself? Why are you asking me? Who the hell do you think you are?"
Ling Feng's sharp retort was immediate and brutal.
Yan Xiyun froze in disbelief.
"Did... did Ling Feng just insult me?"
Her face flushed red, caught somewhere between shock and rage. Ling Feng — the guy who used to follow her around like a loyal puppy — had just snapped back at her.
"Ling Feng! How dare you talk to me like that! Look closely — do you even know who I am?!
"I'm giving you exactly one hour — no, ten minutes — to show up at my house with that Blue Oracle Stone and an apology! Otherwise, don't expect me to ever speak to you again!"
Her voice, shrill and grating, made Ling Feng's ears itch.
He lazily rubbed his ear.
"Who are you? Oh right... you're just Yan Xiyun.
"And about that Oracle Stone — have you completely lost your mind? Who do you think you are that I'd bring you a gift?"
He paused, then added with a cold smile:
"Actually, now that I think about it... over the years, you've taken quite a lot from me. Since I was a minor at the time, all those so-called 'gifts' technically fall under the Federation's child exploitation laws."
"Tricking a fallen soldier's underage son out of his inheritance — that's a serious crime. Minimum sentence? Five years."
"So unless you want to spend quality time with your parents behind bars, I'd suggest you start gathering everything I gave you... and return it. Fast."
Ling Feng's voice was calm but carried a biting chill.
Yan Xiyun's family had always been a bunch of opportunists — leeches who latched onto Ling Feng the moment they realized he had feelings for her. They'd made countless excuses to bleed him dry — from fake "combat training fees" to ridiculous expenses for "advanced battle classes."
Ling Feng scoffed, his voice sharp and unforgiving.
"Oh? And what about all those 'private lessons' with elite players your parents claimed you needed? Those excuses cost me millions!"
He shook his head, disgust evident in his tone.
"If I really push this, five years in prison would be getting off lightly. After all... I'm the child of a fallen hero."
His words hit like a hammer. Yan Xiyun's face twisted in disbelief, her smug expression fading fast.
"You... you want me to give everything back? Ling Feng, are you even a man? You gave those things to me willingly! I never begged you for them!"
Her voice trembled with anger, as though she'd just witnessed a personal betrayal.
Ling Feng chuckled coldly.
"No, you didn't beg... but your parents sure did.
"And don't act innocent — you could've refused those gifts anytime. But no, you took them happily... and still had the nerve to call me trash behind my back.
"What's the matter now? Feeling reluctant to return the loot?"
He sneered.
"Trying to play the victim now, are you?"
Chapter 4: Five Purple Entries! Martial Arts Prodigy! Cultivation Speed x1000!
Ling Feng's icy glare didn't waver.
"This girl's greed knows no bounds..." he muttered.
While the few million credits he'd wasted stung, the Blue Oracle Stone — worth several billion — was his biggest concern. There was no way he'd let that slide.
"You... you...!"
Yan Xiyun stammered, her face flushed with embarrassment. Words failed her.
Ling Feng didn't let up.
"Save it. I don't have time for your nonsense. I expect everything — everything — back at my door by tomorrow morning.
"If you try to pull anything funny, I'll report this straight to the military. I'm sure my parents' old comrades would be more than happy to help me... settle things."
His calm but firm warning hung heavy in the air.
Ling Feng chuckled coldly, voice dripping with sarcasm.
"You'd better go beg your dear Ye Xiao and see if he can help you pay off that debt!"
Without waiting for a reply, Ling Feng ended the call, leaving Yan Xiyun fuming on the other end.
"What a way to ruin my mood..." he muttered, shaking his head. "Talk about bad luck."
Ding! Your purchased items have arrived! The goods are stored in your warehouse — please confirm delivery.
The sudden alert snapped Ling Feng out of his irritation. His eyes lit up with excitement.
"That fast? The future's tech really is something else!"
His frustration quickly forgotten, Ling Feng rushed out of his villa and headed straight for the warehouse.
Stepping inside, his eyes widened at the sight — rows upon rows of neatly stacked crates, each brimming with White Oracle Stones.
Grabbing one eagerly, he cracked it open.
Extractable Entries:[Resilience] (White) — +130% Defense
[Gale] (White) — +130% Movement Speed
[Mighty Strength] (White) — +130% Strength
[Rapid Strike] (White) — +10% Attack Speed
[Mild Talent] (White) — Slightly boosts cultivation talent
"Perfect!" Ling Feng grinned. Everything matched the descriptions exactly.
"Time to stack up and skyrocket my power!"
"This 'Mild Talent' entry really is one of the pricier White-tier options — worth five times more than an ordinary White Oracle Stone!"
Ling Feng couldn't help but sigh in amazement.
But that entry was exactly what he needed most right now.
"Power is important, but without a solid foundation, even multiplying my strength ten thousand times won't mean much if my base potential is too low."
Without hesitation, he chose to start drawing entries.
Ding! You have acquired the entry: [Mild Talent] (White)! Your cultivation talent has slightly improved!
The moment the entry activated, Ling Feng felt his muscles twitch uncontrollably, vibrating at an incredible speed.
His strength hadn't increased, yet his entire body seemed to undergo a subtle yet undeniable transformation.
"Strange... but this feels... right!"
Pushing the thought aside, Ling Feng continued drawing.
Ding! You have acquired the entry: [Mighty Strength] (White)! Strength +360%Ding! You have acquired the entry: [Rapid Strike] (White)! Attack Speed +110%Ding! You have acquired the entry: [Gale] (White)! Movement Speed +130%
Entry after entry emerged, steadily enhancing Ling Feng's power.
The Wind Spirit Beast was no joke — a powerful Tier 2 Elemental Beast known for its agility and elemental prowess.
Rumor had it that a Green Oracle Stone from this beast could unlock incredible entries like [Wind Mastery] or [Elemental Form], both of which could drastically alter one's fighting capabilities.
And if you were lucky enough to find a Wind Spirit Beast King, you might even uncover the legendary [Storm Battle Body], a powerful Blue-tier talent with unmatched potential.
That explained why Xuanfeng City was named after this fearsome beast — its presence was both a blessing and a challenge for the region.
"Seems like fate's pushing me toward mastering the wind... Well then, let's see just how far I can go!"
Every draw took Ling Feng about ten seconds.
And so, time steadily ticked away as Ling Feng continued drawing entries.
Although the process was repetitive and a bit dull, Ling Feng could feel his strength growing rapidly, which made him quite content despite the monotony.
Meanwhile, things weren't going so smoothly elsewhere.
"That jerk Ling Feng! How dare he insult me?! How dare he?!"
In a cramped and rundown room in Xuanfeng City's slums, Yan Xiyun furiously knocked over everything in her room, sending items crashing to the floor.
"My darling daughter, what happened now? All these things were just bought recently — breaking them is such a waste! That's hundreds of yuan down the drain."
Hearing the commotion, Yan Xiyun's parents rushed in, their faces full of distress as they surveyed the mess.
"Mom, Dad, you don't understand! That Ling Feng is so cruel! I just asked him to give me his Blue Oracle Stone so I could gift it to Brother Ye Xiao for his birthday. Not only did he refuse, but he even yelled at me!"
Upon seeing her parents, Yan Xiyun's anger turned to tears, her face streaked with frustration.
"What?! A Blue Oracle Stone?! And you want to give it to that punk Ye Xiao?"
Her father's expression twisted with rage.
"Why should he get something like that? Even I haven't used such a valuable item before — what makes him worthy?"
"Where is it? You stupid girl, stop playing games and hand it over right now!"
The moment Yan Xiyun's father heard about the Blue Oracle Stone — something worth at least a billion yuan — his fury erupted.
"I told you already — Ling Feng didn't give it to me!"
Hearing her father's outburst, Yan Xiyun suddenly remembered how much her parents despised Ye Xiao.
Because Ye Xiao was from a poor family like hers.
"He didn't give it to you? That's impossible! That Ling Feng kid would do anything you asked, even jump off a cliff if you told him to. And now he's too stingy to hand over a mere Blue Oracle Stone?"
"You must be hiding it, you silly girl! Hurry up and bring it out — your brother's about to start high school soon, and he'll need it to awaken his talent!"
Hearing this, Yan's mother didn't believe her and immediately started searching Yan Xiyun's body.
But after patting her down from head to toe, she found nothing.
"I told you, he didn't give it to me! He even said we have to return all the things he's sent us over the years, or he'll send us to jail!"
"He even said he'd contact the military!"
Seeing her parents' reaction, Yan Xiyun quickly explained.
"What? Are you serious? He really said that?"
Yan Xiyun's parents' faces changed drastically upon hearing this.
They knew exactly who Ling Feng was — the son of Ling Xuan, the late Commander of Xuanfeng City. Though his father had perished in battle, Ling Feng's status as the child of a martyr still carried considerable weight. He wasn't someone they could afford to offend.
"It's true! I don't know what's gotten into him, but he's demanding that we pay him back!
"I just wanted to get a birthday gift for Brother Ye Xiao. Did he really have to go that far?"
Yan Xiyun nodded, her face full of grievance.
"SLAP!"
Without warning, her father struck her across the face. The force of the blow knocked Yan Xiyun to the ground, blood trickling from the corner of her mouth.
"Useless! I told you to stop hanging around Ye Xiao! What future do you have with a worthless pauper like him?
"Ling Feng may have no parents, but at least he's got money!"
"Now get out there and apologize to him. If he doesn't forgive you, don't bother coming home!"
Yan Xiyun's father jabbed a finger at her, his voice rising to a furious roar.
His rage-filled outburst made Yan Xiyun tremble uncontrollably. At that moment, memories flooded back — all those years of being beaten and scolded at home. Only after she had latched onto Ling Feng had her parents started seeing her as valuable.
If Ling Feng truly demanded they pay everything back, their entire family could end up in prison — and she feared her parents might even beat her to death before that happened.
Terrified, Yan Xiyun stumbled out of the house under the murderous glares of her parents.
Instead of going straight to find Ling Feng, she made her way to Ye Xiao first.
There was no way she would apologize to Ling Feng, so her plan was to have Ye Xiao return the supplies she'd given him. That way, she could buy some time with Ling Feng.
She believed that repaying a few million in resources — and even the Blue Oracle Stone — would be manageable once she graduated from university.
"What? He wants you to return everything? Is that Ling Feng even a man?!"
A sharp-faced young man with a hint of good looks scowled upon hearing Yan Xiyun's words.
"Let's not argue about that right now," Yan Xiyun said anxiously. "If we don't return the stuff soon, he's really going to report us to the authorities! Ye Xiao, could you... could you return the weapons and cultivation resources I gave you?"
Her worried tone made Ye Xiao's face stiffen awkwardly.
Return them? The truth was... he'd already used up nearly everything.
"Xiyun, calm down," Ye Xiao said after a moment's thought. "I don't think Ling Feng actually wants you to return the stuff. This is probably just his way of playing hard to get — trying to make you panic so you'll come crawling back to him."
His eyes suddenly lit up as inspiration struck.
"That's right! Think about it — that pathetic lapdog of yours suddenly flipping personalities overnight? No way that's a coincidence!"
The moment Ye Xiao finished speaking, Yan Xiyun's eyes widened with sudden realization.
"You're right! Why didn't I think of that before?" she exclaimed. "That Ling Feng used to be terrified of me with just a single glare, and now he's suddenly growing a spine? He must have some ulterior motive!"
Her face twisted with anger.
"Unbelievable! That toad actually dares to lust after a swan like me? How dare he try to play tricks on me!" Yan Xiyun fumed, her voice shaking with indignation.
Without hesitation, she grabbed her phone and dialed Ling Feng's number.
The moment the video call connected, Yan Xiyun unleashed a storm of words.
"Ling Feng! I can't believe you're so despicable! All this just because you want to force me to be with you? How low can you go?" she snapped. "I'm telling you right now — I'm furious, and the consequences are serious! I'm standing outside Ye Xiao's place right now, and you have ten minutes to get here. If you don't, I swear I'll never speak to you again!"
Not giving Ling Feng a chance to respond, she hung up the call with a smug expression.
"See that, Ye Xiao?" she said triumphantly. "That loser will be here with the Blue Oracle Stone in no time!"
Ye Xiao grinned approvingly.
"I knew you were the smartest, Xiyun!" he said. "You've already done so much for me... I should really find a way to repay you. Oh! I've been learning how to make porridge lately — how about I cook some for you later?"
"Really? Ye Xiao, you're the best!" Yan Xiyun's eyes sparkled with excitement.
Meanwhile, on the other side of the city, Ling Feng was in the middle of rapidly drawing prizes, completely focused — until Yan Xiyun's sudden video call yanked him out of it.
Blinking in confusion, Ling Feng muttered under his breath:
"...Is this girl out of her mind?"
"So full of herself..." Ling Feng muttered under his breath.
He had assumed Yan Xiyun was finally calling to beg for mercy — after all, the supplies he'd given her included a Blue Oracle Stone, worth over a billion. There was no way she could possibly return that.
Yet, instead of an apology, she greeted him with insults.
"Unbelievable... these side characters in novels really have the most ridiculous logic." Ling Feng shook his head in disbelief.
With a sigh, he grabbed his phone and dialed a number. The call barely rang before the other end picked up.
"Xiao Feng! Haha, it's been ages since you've called. Something up?" A warm, hearty voice answered — a voice that belonged to a man who had always felt like family.
"Uncle Zhao, I ran into a bit of trouble... got scammed," Ling Feng said with a faint smile, recounting everything that had happened.
The man on the other end — Zhao Wu — was no ordinary person. He was a powerful Gold-tier warrior, and once his late father's sworn brother — a man who had stood shoulder to shoulder with his father through life-and-death battles.
Since Zhao Wu had been transferred out of Xuanfeng City three years ago, their contact had grown sparse. But now...
"What? Someone dared scam my brother's son?!" Zhao Wu's furious voice exploded from the receiver.
"Don't worry about this, Xiao Feng!" Zhao Wu barked. "I'll handle it myself. I'll make sure those scumbags cough up every single penny they owe you!"
Ling Feng could hear the steel in his voice. A smile crept across his face.
"Thanks, Uncle Zhao... I knew I could count on you."
"Thanks a lot, Uncle Zhao!" Ling Feng chuckled gratefully.
"Ah, you brat, no need to be polite." Zhao Wu's voice softened with affection. "By the way, when are you coming to visit? It's been ages. And hey... you know you and Shuya are both adults now. Maybe it's time to think about tying the knot, eh?" His tone turned teasing. "Don't forget, you promised me when you were little that you'd marry her! Can't back out now!"
Ling Feng froze, his face instantly flushed.
"D-Didn't we agree never to speak of that again?!" His voice rose in panic.
Suddenly, a sharp and irritated voice cut through from the background: "Dad! What nonsense are you spouting?! You looking for a beating?"
Thwack! Smack! Oww! The unmistakable sounds of a rough beating followed.
"Uh... Uncle Zhao, I better go! Got things to do!" Ling Feng hurriedly ended the call, wiping the nervous sweat from his brow.
He knew that voice all too well — Zhao Shuya — the so-called gentle and refined daughter of Zhao Wu. But despite her graceful name, she was anything but gentle. Growing up, Ling Feng had been her favorite punching bag. Worse yet, she had once dragged him to her father, making him swear he'd marry her when they grew up.
Just the memory of her smug grin sent a shiver down his spine.
"Nope, nope, nope... gotta get stronger fast. Can't be losing to her forever!" Ling Feng muttered, shaking off his unease.
With a deep breath, he reopened the Oracle Stone interface and resumed his relentless streak of prize draws.
Meanwhile, across town...
"He'll be here any minute," Yan Xiyun reassured herself, her arms crossed confidently. "Just watch, Ye Xiao. That loser will show up any second now, begging for forgiveness — and bringing the Blue Oracle Stone with him."
Ye Xiao grinned, patting her shoulder. "I knew you'd handle it perfectly."
But minutes passed... and no Ling Feng.
Instead, heavy footsteps echoed outside the door. The next moment, uniformed city guards burst inside, stern-faced and armed.
"Yan Xiyun, Ye Xiao, and family! By order of the military, you are hereby under arrest for fraud against the child of a fallen war hero!"
"What?!" Yan Xiyun's face turned pale.
Before she could react, cold handcuffs clicked around her wrists.
As for Ye Xiao, when he tried to argue, he was met with a punch that knocked out several of his teeth, leaving him unconscious.
Of course, Ling Feng knew nothing about this. At that moment, he was busy stacking his skill entries.
For the next ten or so hours, Ling Feng didn't leave his house at all — he just kept opening entries.
Finally, by the next morning, he had exhausted the tens of thousands of white Oracle Stones.
Naturally, his skill entry level had already reached Blue!
Once an entry reached the Blue level, each additional White entry could only boost it by 1%, but that was still pretty decent.
If nothing else, stacking enough of them — say, a hundred — could still push it to 100%.
In the end, Ling Feng spent a total of 500 entries, successfully upgrading his entries to Purple level!
That translated to a 1000% enhancement!
However, once he reached Purple, the White entries felt increasingly weak.
Now, it took ten White entries to increase his boost by just 1%.
Of course, this might have been because the difference in entry quality was simply too large.
Regardless, with four thousand entries in each category, Ling Feng ultimately managed to boost each of his attributes by just under 1400%.
Name: Ling Feng
Race: Human
Class: None
Level: Black Iron One-Star
Vitality: 2.1 (1 Vitality = 1000 kg of force)
Soul Power: 0.5
Cultivation Technique: Advanced Body Tempering Art (Beginner, Tier 3)
Martial Skill: Basic Fist Technique (Mastered, Tier 1)
Entries:
[Unlimited] (Unique Grade, Unlimited stacking and merging of the same entry type!)
[Indestructible Body! Purple] (Defense * 1375%)
[Supreme Agility! Purple] (Movement Speed * 1405%)
[Innate Strength! Purple] (Strength * 1404%)
[Phantom Hand! Purple] (Attack Speed * 524%)
[Martial Prodigy! Purple] (Cultivation Speed * 1450x)
"Finally done! My eyes are practically spinning!"
Ling Feng slumped back in his chair, utterly drained.
After spending over ten hours repeatedly opening the same Oracle Stones, the thrill of enhancing his talent had slowly turned into sheer exhaustion.
But when he glanced at his newly improved attributes, his fatigue melted away into a satisfied grin.
"Ten times the strength... ten times the speed... ten times the defense... and over five times the attack speed!"
With all these boosts combined, his combat power had effectively jumped an entire rank — now he could rival a Bronze-tier warrior.
"Purple-tier Martial Prodigy... 1450 times faster cultivation speed! One day of training now equals four years of effort before!"
Ling Feng's excitement soared as he clenched his fists.
"With this, I can skyrocket my strength in no time!"
Chapter 5: [Abyssal Maw] — Devour Everything to Gain Power!
Ling Feng's eyes gleamed with determination as he stared at his new Martial Prodigy talent.
"Let's put this to the test!"
Those ten hours of relentless grinding had prevented him from practicing, yet even so, his Vitality had surged from 1.1 to 2.1 — proof enough of this new ability's terrifying potential.
Without wasting a second, Ling Feng grabbed his training gear and stepped into his family's private martial arts courtyard.
Ling Feng wasted no time. He planted his feet firmly on the ground, adjusted his stance, and began practicing the Advanced Body Tempering Art.
This was no ordinary training routine — the movements were grueling, each posture demanding precision and control.
The Advanced Body Tempering Art was a rare and powerful technique, one his father had left him. Ordinary students in common households could only access the Basic Body Tempering Art, which was far less efficient.
But powerful techniques came at a cost — this one was incredibly difficult to master. Despite six long years of practice, Ling Feng had barely reached the entry-level stage.
"But today… today feels different."
The moment he started, Ling Feng felt a surge of clarity. Movements that had once seemed awkward and rigid now flowed like water. His body instinctively adjusted, each motion seamless and precise.
Ding! [Advanced Body Tempering Art proficiency increased to: Skilled! Body tempering efficiency enhanced!]
The notification rang in his mind, but Ling Feng barely noticed. He was in the zone — his body moving on instinct, like he'd unlocked some hidden mastery.
Hours passed, sweat dripping from every pore. Muscles strained and burned, yet he pushed through, driven by an almost euphoric momentum.
Ding! [Advanced Body Tempering Art proficiency increased to: Mastered! Body tempering efficiency slightly enhanced!]
By this point, Ling Feng's skin glowed red-hot, his muscles quivering from exertion. His breath came in heavy bursts, yet beneath the exhaustion, something powerful stirred within him.
His blood surged, rushing through his veins like a raging river. Curious, Ling Feng paused to examine his own condition — and what he discovered left him stunned.
His Vitality had surged from 2.1 to 2.6.
In just a few short hours, his base strength had increased by 500 kilograms!
And that was before factoring in the Innate Strength entry.
"Fifteen times multiplier..." Ling Feng whispered, barely believing his own calculations.
7500 kilograms...
That was the force his fists could now deliver — enough to send a small truck flying with a single punch.
"This Martial Prodigy talent… it's far stronger than I thought. It's not just 1450 times faster cultivation... this has to be thousands of times faster!"
His mind raced with possibilities.
"Could it be that the lower my current level, the stronger the boost?"
His grin widened.
"If that's the case... I'll become unstoppable in no time."
Feeling the surge of power coursing through his body, Ling Feng couldn't help but marvel at his newfound strength.
"With my current talent... I might just be among the very best on all of Blue Water Star," he murmured, a hint of pride tugging at the corners of his mouth.
A blue-tier trait alone was enough to place someone at the pinnacle of most cities. But not all blue traits were equal — some barely provided a 500% boost, while the strongest could soar past 700%. The absolute peak among blue-tier talents could even reach a staggering 999%, rivalling the weakest purple-tier traits.
In fact, in nearly 90% of cities, even the strongest individuals possessed nothing more than blue-tier traits.
Purple-tier talents? Those were reserved for the elite — the titans who stood at the very summit of the planet's power hierarchy.
Yet now, Ling Feng possessed five purple-tier traits. He wasn't just talented — he was destined to become a legend.
"And this... this is only the beginning," Ling Feng muttered, his fists clenching with determination.
His current abilities were the result of investing a full billion in Oracle Stones — an eye-watering sum. But if he could gather enough resources... if he could make enough money...
"I'll keep pushing these traits further — to gold... maybe even beyond gold!"
The path forward was clear.
Step one: Grow stronger.
Step two: Get rich — really rich.
After all, grinding for traits on his own would take forever. Even with his monstrous talent, farming Oracle Stones solo was inefficient and time-consuming. No... what he needed was power, influence — and most importantly — wealth.
"Grumble... grumble...
His stomach twisted sharply, pain lancing through him like a dagger. A wave of weakness followed, leaving his limbs shaky and drained.
"Right... almost forgot." Ling Feng chuckled bitterly. "With how much power I've gained, my body must've burned through a mountain of energy. Good thing I drank that nutrient pack yesterday... or I'd be passed out by now."
Rubbing his stomach, he staggered toward the kitchen. Swinging the fridge door open, he grabbed a silver pouch filled with gel-like nutrients.
"Gotta keep the engine fueled if I want to keep winning," Ling Feng muttered before tearing the packet open.
The silver pouch crinkled in Ling Feng's grip as he downed the low-grade nutrient pack in one go. The thick, tasteless gel slid down his throat, filling his stomach with an artificial heaviness.
For a moment, a pleasant warmth spread through his core — the feeling of fullness. But that relief was short-lived.
His limbs still felt sluggish, his muscles weak and trembling.
"Damn... this stuff barely helps." Ling Feng grimaced.
Low-grade nutrient packs could sustain an average person for three days without food or water. But for a martial artist — especially someone with Ling Feng's growing power — even dozens of these packs a day wouldn't cut it.
True warriors relied on mid-tier or high-tier nutrient solutions.
It was said that top-tier nutrient serums were distilled from the blood and flesh of powerful, high-ranked beasts. Legends claimed a single sip could sustain someone for a month — a full gulp might even kill an ordinary person outright.
"Looks like I'll need to invest in better stuff soon." He sighed.
Though his stomach felt bloated, his body remained weak — like stuffing yourself with dry earth during a famine. Full? Yes. Nourished? Not at all.
"No way I can train like this..." Ling Feng muttered, reaching for his communicator. He opened the marketplace app, scrolling toward the mid-tier nutrient pack section.
Then he paused.
A memory flickered through his mind — a vague recollection from his relentless prize-drawing spree.
"Wait... slow digestion... That's just a problem with efficiency, right? Didn't I see a trait that speeds up digestion?"
Eyes lighting up with inspiration, Ling Feng snapped his fingers.
"That's it!"
Without hesitation, he switched apps and opened the Oracle Stone Shop. His fingers danced across the screen as he searched for the elusive trait that could turn this situation around.
He grinned when it appeared — bold and bright on his screen.
"Found you."
Ling Feng's eyes narrowed as he stared at the Oracle Stone Shop interface.
[Food Boost] — Consuming flesh slightly restores stamina and marginally enhances physique.
Just a white-tier trait — a common one from low-level Slime Beasts. Practically worthless to most cultivators.
But Ling Feng saw the hidden potential.
"If this thing can restore stamina and enhance my body just a little... what if I evolve it to purple-tier? Would eating meat directly boost my strength?"
The idea made his heart race.
"That'd be insane... If I can upgrade this to purple... maybe even silver-tier someday... I'd have a bottomless well of power just by eating!" His excitement grew as the possibilities expanded in his mind.
He checked his balance — just over two hundred million credits left. Enough for some major upgrades, but certainly not limitless.
Calculations raced through his head.
"I'll need about 1,100 white-tier traits just to reach purple. After that... ugh... ten white traits per 1% boost." His fingers tapped anxiously against his armrest.
To evolve it to silver-tier, he'd need at least 11,000 white-tier traits — translating to 5.5 billion credits.
"Five billion?! No way I can afford that right now." He grimaced.
But purple-tier was still achievable... and that alone would be a game-changer.
"Alright then... just one for now." He muttered.
Ling Feng tapped the screen decisively — a single white-tier Food Boost stone added to his cart.
Ling Feng stared at his balance — a cold, unforgiving one billion — and couldn't help but sigh.
"If only my parents had lived a decade longer... I wouldn't be struggling like this," he muttered.
Of course, if anyone else heard him say that, they'd probably want to punch him square in the face.
Shaking his head, Ling Feng started brainstorming ways to make money.
"The ways to get rich in this world aren't much different from my previous life — business, stock trading, that sort of thing."
"Of course, there's also hunting ferocious beasts and demons, selling their materials, or gambling on Oracle Stones for big profits."
In the blink of an eye, he'd already spent one billion.
But thinking about how that billion had secured him five purple-tier traits, Ling Feng couldn't help but smile.
Forget purple-tier traits — even a single purple Oracle Stone was worth at least 10 billion.
On the entire planet Bluewater, there were barely a handful of people who could afford such luxuries.
Those who obtained them were usually either insanely lucky — managing to loot one from a random beast — or they spent an astronomical sum to buy one.
Even then, most people wouldn't dare to use a purple Oracle Stone if they lucked into one.
After all, while purple Oracle Stones could grant green, blue, or purple traits, the chances of anything above green were less than one in three.
Spending 10 billion only to end up with a green trait? That was a devastating gamble.
With that kind of money, buying a few solid blue Oracle Stones instead could secure a fortune large enough to sustain Ling Feng — and his descendants — for generations.
"Still... after this purchase, I'm basically broke. Gotta start making money fast!"
Unless, of course...
"Unless my luck goes sky-high, and I stumble upon a high-tier Oracle Stone!"
At that thought, Ling Feng's eyes suddenly lit up.
"Wait, heaven-defying luck? Aren't there luck-enhancing traits as well?"
Ling Feng suddenly remembered.
He quickly searched for them.
Soon enough, he found several luck-related traits.
These traits started at the green tier at minimum — and they were expensive!
[Little Luck] (Green) — You have a bit of luck, but not much.Price: 3 million
[Fortune's Favor] (Blue) — Your luck is excellent!Price: 700 million
[Dog Poop Luck] (Green) — Every time you step in dog poop, your luck will greatly increase for a short period.Price: 25 million
[Child of Fortune] (Purple) — You possess protagonist-level luck! Every time you leave your home, you'll stumble upon money. Your luck will bring you immense benefits!Price: 300 billion
These were the most reasonable luck-related traits Ling Feng had seen so far.
Each had its own unique effect.
The "Dog Poop Luck" trait, while somewhat ridiculous, offered a surprising boost to luck — not as powerful as the blue-tier trait, but still excellent value for the price.
The downside, of course, was having to step in dog poop to activate it — an annoying condition that Ling Feng immediately dismissed.
"Pass," he muttered, shaking his head. Besides, the price was outrageous — nearly ten times that of Little Luck. For that kind of money, he could just buy multiple copies of Little Luck and upgrade it instead.
"Three million's a bit steep... but since Little Luck is green-tier, upgrading it to purple should take about the same effort as upgrading a white-tier to blue, right?"
Ling Feng pondered for a moment.
From white-tier traits to blue-tier traits, he had spent roughly thirty traits.
"Thirty traits... that's about a billion in total. Of course, that's after discounting the failed attempts."
He tapped his fingers rhythmically against the table, doing the math in his head.
"Green Oracle Stones only grant three or four traits each... and the chance of landing a green-tier trait is less than one in ten. Even if I assume it's exactly one in ten, I'd still need to buy about ten billion worth of green Oracle Stones to gather enough traits."
His face darkened.
"I don't have that kind of money... Looks like I'll have to make some first."
Ling Feng furrowed his brow.
He had no idea how effective those blue-tier traits would be — if they turned out useless, that money would be gone for nothing.
"Still... boosting my luck can only help. Once I've got the cash, I'll upgrade my luck trait as soon as possible."
With that thought, Ling Feng shook off his worries.
Dwelling on luck traits wouldn't change his current situation.
"Right now, the best option is to hunt down some beasts and grow stronger. I just hope this 'nutritional enhancement' upgrade really boosts my strength as fast as I'm expecting..."
Determined, Ling Feng settled down at home, quietly waiting for his next move.
His mind drifted back to the world's structure — a mental map slowly piecing itself together.
He lived in Xuanfeng City, a Tier Four City.
In this world, a Tier Four City meant that the strongest Divine Realm Space in its vicinity was also Tier Four.
The city's guardian was a formidable Fourth-Tier Golden Martial Emperor.
The world's power hierarchy was strict and well-defined:
Black Iron Realm Warrior Bronze
Realm Martial Master
Silver Realm Martial King
Golden Realm Martial Emperor
Platinum Realm Martial Ancestor
Beyond that stood the true titans of the world:
Martial Venerables
Martial Saints
Martial Emperors
And the legendary Martial Gods
Each tier corresponded to one through nine in power ranking — a path paved with blood, sweat, and unimaginable hardship.
For those who had reached the Martial Ancestor Realm or above, every casual strike could shatter mountains and tear the sky asunder.
Upon stepping into the Martial Saint Realm, a mere wave of the hand could smash entire stars into cosmic dust.
And Martial Gods... they were said to hold the terrifying power to obliterate small star systems — a testament to just how powerful warriors in this world could become.
As for Ling Feng's current strength? He was barely at Tier Two. The road ahead was long and arduous.
But he wasn't worried. With the Unlimited Traits ability at his disposal, his growth would be unmatched.
As long as he could obtain a golden trait, survival was the only condition — becoming a Martial Emperor would be inevitable.
And that golden trait... felt closer than ever.
"That reminds me... the entrance exams are just a few days away!" Ling Feng mused. "I wonder how much stronger I'll get by then?"
Then he chuckled to himself.
"Not that it really matters. I'm practically hacking reality itself. Why would I need an exam to prove my strength?"
He leaned back, grinning smugly.
The online marketplace once again proved its remarkable efficiency.
In just a few hours, every Oracle Stone he'd ordered had arrived.
In addition to the stones, he had also purchased some high-grade beast meat — expertly prepared and ready to eat after a quick reheat, all while retaining its powerful nutritional value.
Of course, this beast meat didn't come cheap.
Fourth-tier beast meat cost a hefty 1,000 credits per kilogram.
Ling Feng had purchased a full 10 tons.
"Man... this Tier Four beast meat really burns a hole in your wallet," Ling Feng muttered.
Then his eyes gleamed with a hint of excitement.
"But... I remember a single Tier Four beast weighs at least a few dozen tons. Once I'm strong enough, slaying a few of them could net me a fortune!"
Ling Feng couldn't help but feel a surge of anticipation.
Strength. In the end, it's all about strength.
With that thought, he grabbed a white Oracle Stone and chose to use it.
Available Traits:
[Iron Bull! - White] (Stamina Cap * 130%)
[Endurance! - White] (Pain Tolerance * 130%)
[Mighty Strength! - White] (Strength * 130%)
[Nutritional Boost! - White] (Eating food restores some stamina and slightly enhances physical strength!)
Surprisingly, all four white traits from the slime were quite decent.
Of course, at their current white-tier level, they were still considered trash.
But Ling Feng knew that if these traits were upgraded, their potential could become formidable.
"A slime with a strength-enhancing trait? Now that's something you don't see every day!"
Ling Feng chuckled in disbelief.
Usually, only beast-type creatures carried strength-related traits.
"Ah, whatever... Let's just draw and see what I get!"
Ling Feng dove straight into the draw.
Ding... You've obtained the trait: [Iron Bull - White]! Stamina Cap * 200%, upgraded to Green tier!
Ding... You've obtained the trait: [Endurance - White]! Pain Tolerance * 200%, upgraded to Green tier!
...
...
As one Oracle Stone after another was consumed, Ling Feng's traits rapidly leveled up.
He had been drawing for an entire morning this time.
Ding... You've obtained the trait: [Endless Energy (Purple)]! Stamina * 1260%
Ding... You've obtained the trait: [Real Man (Purple)]! Pain Tolerance * 1255%
Ding... You've obtained the trait: [Born with Godly Strength (Purple)]! Strength * 1580%
Ding... You've obtained the trait: [Abyssal Maw (Purple)]! Devouring items greatly restores stamina and significantly enhances the body!
Chapter 6: Power Surge! Breakthrough! Silver Tier Stage Two! Alliance of the Chosen!
In the end, four brand-new purple traits appeared before Ling Feng's eyes.
With these four traits, Ling Feng's endurance had skyrocketed.
He could now feel that his stamina had increased tenfold. Previously, a full meal would raise his blood vitality by 0.5 points.
Now, that same meal would boost it by 5 points.
Furthermore, with the Abyssal Maw trait, his digestion speed had undoubtedly improved tremendously. Although he wasn't sure exactly how much, one thing was certain — he could now improve his strength without holding back.
"Let's test out this Abyssal Maw's body-enhancing effect!"
Ling Feng considered for a moment, then heated up a 10-kilogram chunk of Tier 4 beast meat and took a massive bite.
Instantly, the rich, savory aroma of the meat filled his mouth, leaving him utterly satisfied.
As the large mouthful of meat slid down his throat and into his stomach, a wave of warmth surged through his body, spreading a profound sense of comfort.
His previously drained stamina was now rapidly recovering.
Ling Feng didn't stop — mouthful after mouthful, he devoured the entire slab of meat with unrelenting hunger.
In just the blink of an eye, the meat he had eaten was fully digested.
Ling Feng felt his stamina rapidly recover, quickly reaching its peak.
Once his stamina was fully restored, the excess energy began to nourish his body's cells.
Ling Feng could clearly feel his strength surging at an incredible pace.
After just a few minutes, once the ten kilograms of meat were completely digested, Ling Feng's strength had grown by more than 10%.
He glanced at his stats.
Vitality: 3.25
His vitality had increased by 0.5!
And that was in just a few minutes.
"Damn! If ten kilograms gives me 0.5 vitality, then what if I eat all ten tons?"
"Wouldn't that mean I could increase my vitality by a whopping 500 points?"
The thought sent a jolt of excitement through him.
Five hundred points of vitality — that's the realm of a Silver-tier Martial King!
Of course, Ling Feng knew that as his strength increased, the effects of Tier 4 beast meat might weaken. But there was no denying it — his power was about to skyrocket in the short term.
"Let's keep going! I have to see if I can really push my strength this far!"
Without hesitation, Ling Feng dove back in, devouring the meat with renewed fervor.
True to its name, the Abyssal Maw trait was indeed a purple-grade gift — no matter how fast Ling Feng ate, his digestion kept up without missing a beat.
Almost before one mouthful had reached his stomach, the previous bite had already been digested.
Moreover, as Ling Feng's strength continued to grow, his digestion speed kept increasing as well.
Ding... Congratulations! Your Vitality has increased to 10 points! Realm advanced to Bronze Rank, First Layer!
Ding... Congratulations! Your Vitality has increased to 20 points! Realm advanced to Bronze Rank, Second Layer!
Ding... Congratulations! Your Vitality has increased to 30 points! Realm advanced to Bronze Rank, Third Layer!
From then on, every hour or so, Ling Feng's realm would rise by another small stage.
Although the stockpile of beast meat was rapidly dwindling, the surge in power made Ling Feng feel ecstatic.
In total, he spent over ten hours consuming the entire ten tons of beast meat. By the time noon rolled around the next day, it was finally all gone.
Ding... Your Vitality has increased to 205! Realm advanced to Silver Rank, Second Layer!
Name: Ling Feng
Race: Human
Class: None
Level: Silver Rank, Second Layer
Vitality: 205
Soul Power: 0.5
Cultivation Technique: Advanced Body Tempering Technique (Mastery, Rank 3)
Martial Skill: Basic Fist Technique (Mastery, Rank 1)
Traits:
[Limitless] (Unique Tier, Infinite stacking and upgrading of identical traits, unlimited trait fusion!)
[Indestructible Vajra! - Purple] (Defense *1375%)
[Godspeed! - Purple] (Movement speed *1405%)
[Phantom Hand! - Purple] (Attack speed *524%)
[Martial Prodigy! - Purple] (Cultivation speed increased by 1450 times!)
[Endless Vitality! - Purple] (Stamina *1260%)
[True Man! - Purple] (Pain tolerance *1255%)
[Innate Strength! - Purple] (Strength *1580%)
[Abyssal Maw! - Purple] (Devour objects to rapidly restore stamina and significantly enhance the body!)
With Abyssal Maw, it seemed like Ling Feng no longer needed the Martial Prodigy talent. But in truth, that wasn't the case.
Abyssal Maw could rapidly strengthen Ling Feng's physical power, but Martial Prodigy was what allowed him to swiftly master various martial arts.
And mastering techniques was crucial to unleashing greater combat potential.
After all, Abyssal Maw couldn't just magically teach Ling Feng martial arts.
For now, his strength had fully stabilized at Silver Rank, Second Layer.
Although he hadn't reached his initial goal of the Fifth Layer, achieving this much had already exceeded his expectations.
This was, after all, just a portion of a single Fourth-Rank Beast's flesh and blood.
If he devoured a few more, he might even push his realm up to the Fourth-Rank Golden Martial Emperor level!
At that stage, combined with his current traits, there'd likely be few opponents for him in the entire Xuanfeng City.
"Devouring beast meat may be the most efficient method, but it's still too slow!" Ling Feng muttered to himself.
"I heard high-grade nutrient serums are made from Fifth-Rank Beast Meat…
And a single vial of serum is said to contain the energy equivalent to an entire ton of beast meat!"
But the price was a bit steep — a single nutrient serum cost over ten million.
"I wonder how it compares to the ten tons of beast meat I just devoured," Ling Feng muttered, rubbing his chin with curiosity.
The ten tons of beast meat he had eaten had cost him exactly ten million.
High-grade nutrient serums weren't for ordinary warriors — just a lick could be enough to make a common martial artist explode.
Only powerhouses at the Martial Venerable level or higher could safely consume them.
These serums were designed to sustain Martial Venerables, capable of keeping one energized for several weeks without food.
Of course, some might ask: If one serum costs over ten million, wouldn't Martial Venerables struggle to afford even their meals?
Naturally, that wasn't the case. A Martial Venerable was at least a Sixth-Rank powerhouse.
At that level, they were essentially planetary rulers — their net worth started at a minimum of hundreds of billions.
With that kind of wealth, they could easily purchase nutrient serums just off their investment returns.
And even if they somehow went broke, slaying a single Fifth-Rank beast would provide enough resources to cover several months' worth of food.
Going hungry simply wasn't a concern for them.
After some deliberation, Ling Feng gritted his teeth and decided to purchase one high-grade nutrient serum.
He was eager to see how effective it really was.
However, after completing his purchase, he glanced at the delivery time and felt a bit speechless — it would take a full day to arrive!
That's when he remembered... Xuanfeng City didn't even have warriors strong enough to use high-grade nutrient serums in the first place.
He was probably the first person in nearly a hundred years to make such a purchase.
"Forget it... I'll just wait. First, I need to find a way to make some money! Otherwise, the cash I have on hand won't last long," Ling Feng muttered to himself with a hint of frustration.
Right now, he had only a few million left.
Once that was spent, he'd be broke!
However, earning money with his current strength didn't seem too difficult.
All he needed to do was enter the Divine Realm Space and hunt fierce beasts to make a fortune.
But getting into the Divine Realm Space required leaving the city — and leaving the city had strict regulations.
Ordinary people couldn't just wander out freely.
The simplest way to gain permission to leave was by joining the Chosen Alliance.
The Chosen Alliance was an organization established to protect humanity — and it was now the most powerful force in the entire Human Alliance.
As for the so-called Chosen, they were naturally those blessed with powerful traits.
Of course, not just anyone could join the Chosen Alliance.
Only those with formidable traits or a strength level of Bronze Rank or higher were eligible.
After all, while Iron Rank was above the average person, Iron Rank individuals were still far too common in this world — hardly worth mentioning.
Joining the Chosen Alliance came with numerous benefits: assigned housing, a guaranteed salary, and all you had to do was complete some basic missions to earn it.
And the pay? Not bad at all.
On top of that, there were special privileges that set members apart from ordinary people.
In this world, nearly every commoner's lifelong dream was to join the Chosen Alliance.
This was far more appealing than the so-called "iron rice bowl" of being a civil servant in the past.
Of course, besides joining the Chosen Alliance, there was also the option of enlisting in the military.
However, the military had stricter regulations and frequent missions. Although the benefits were much better — and Ling Feng even had acquaintances in the army — it really didn't suit him at this stage.
"I'll just take the Chosen Alliance assessment first. Once I pass, I can head outside the city and start hunting fierce beasts for money!"
Right now, money was all Ling Feng cared about — nothing else mattered.
With that thought, he walked back to his safe, unlocking it to retrieve a crystal roughly the size of a fist.
Ling Feng placed his hand on the crystal.
"Beep! Beep! Beep! Identity verified! Black Martial Armor activating!"
A cold electronic voice rang out.
The crystal began to melt, and a layer of nano-material started spreading rapidly across Ling Feng's body.
In moments, a sleek black suit of armor had enveloped him from head to toe.
He moved his limbs, testing its flexibility — and to his surprise, it felt no different from moving without armor at all.
This Black Martial Armor was a Fourth-Tier Battle Armor left to him by his father.
With this suit, both Ling Feng's combat prowess and survivability would see a massive boost.
"Clack! Clack!"
The nano-armor swiftly retracted, morphing back into a sleek black glove that rested neatly on his hand.
"The technology of this era is incredible... A nano-material suit like this would've been a priceless treasure back in the 21st century."
Ling Feng couldn't help but marvel.
With that, he strode toward the front door.
...
About ten minutes later, Ling Feng arrived before a towering structure. The building stretched over a thousand meters into the sky and spanned several square kilometers — like a colossal beast lying dormant on the earth.
Ling Feng entered through the grand front gates.
Inside, the sight of countless warriors filled his vision.
Some were chatting casually, while others were busy trading materials.
The sheer number of people was impressive — easily over a thousand.
Of course, considering that Xuanfeng City boasted a population of over ten million, having this many Bronze-ranked warriors wasn't surprising.
Yet, the moment they noticed Ling Feng, curious gazes immediately turned his way.
"Where'd this kid come from? Think the Chosen Alliance is open to just anyone now?"
"Hah, maybe he's here looking for his dad!"
"Haha, could be! There's no way he's actually a Chosen One, right?"
Laughter rippled through the crowd as they sized him up — a boy no older than seventeen or eighteen.
After all, to qualify as a Chosen One, the minimum requirement was reaching the Bronze Realm.
Even among high school students, those who managed to break into the Iron Realm — the rank below Bronze — rarely exceeded three per class. Reaching the Bronze level at this age? Almost unheard of.
Ling Feng's original talent was already considered impressive.
But for someone his age to become a Chosen One? That was an anomaly — the kind that appeared maybe once in a decade.
Ling Feng, however, knew exactly what they were thinking. Ignoring the murmurs and stares, he walked straight to the Chosen One Registration Counter.
"I want to register as a Chosen One. What do I need to do?"
Ling Feng asked the staff member inside.
The person behind the counter was a young woman, seemingly fresh out of university — her clear, innocent eyes gave it away.
"Huh? You want to register as a Chosen One?" she asked, sounding surprised. "Little brother, you must be mistaken. This is the Chosen Alliance, not the Warrior Alliance. Warrior registration is next door."
Liu Yuanyuan sighed in mild frustration. It was her first day on the job, and she'd already run into a kid who had wandered into the wrong place.
Warrior certification was for those who had reached Iron Rank Level 1, meaning their Vitality Value had reached 1.
Successfully registering as a warrior did come with some perks — a Warrior Medal and a 1,000 yuan stipend. Students even received an additional 1,000 yuan bonus.
But the Chosen One status? That was entirely different. Not only was the treatment far superior, but the rank itself carried far more prestige. After all, Chosen Ones were the brave souls tasked with venturing beyond the city walls to battle foreign races.
"I'm not mistaken. I've already reached the Bronze Realm," Ling Feng explained, exasperation creeping into his voice.
"What? You're already at the Bronze Realm?!"
Liu Yuanyuan's eyes widened in disbelief, and she gasped loudly, covering her mouth.
Her sudden outburst immediately drew the attention of the surrounding crowd.
The Chosen Ones nearby turned to stare, their faces shifting with surprise.
This kid is Bronze-ranked? He barely looked seventeen or eighteen!
Curiosity spread like wildfire as several warriors gathered closer, examining Ling Feng with newfound interest.
"Can I start the registration now?" Ling Feng asked, his tone calm but firm.
Glancing at the growing crowd of onlookers — already over a hundred people — Ling Feng felt a hint of helplessness.
"Ah, sorry about that! I was just a little surprised!" Liu Yuanyuan finally snapped out of her shock and hurriedly began registering Ling Feng's information.
When she saw that Ling Feng was only eighteen years old and still in high school, her heart skipped a beat.
If Ling Feng truly passed the Chosen One certification, he'd undoubtedly become a key focus for cultivation. As long as he didn't fall prematurely, he was bound to become a future Martial Emperor contender.
"Alright, today's final Chosen One assessment is in an hour. Please head to the waiting area and relax for a bit — they'll notify you when it's time."
Liu Yuanyuan handed Ling Feng a card.
"Thanks a lot!"
Ling Feng flashed her a smile and made his way toward the waiting area.
The waiting zone was filled with warriors preparing for the assessment.
Most of them had only recently reached the Bronze Realm, while a few had been stuck at that stage for years, unable to pass the exam.
Ling Feng counted roughly twenty-something people in total.
Most were at Bronze Rank Level 1 or 2, though one individual stood out — someone at Bronze Rank Level 3.
"A Level 3 who hasn't passed the assessment? Could this guy be someone without a trait?" Ling Feng wondered, raising an eyebrow.
The Level 3 warrior was a pale-faced young man. His complexion seemed sickly, and his presence felt oddly subdued.
Meanwhile, the others in the waiting area also took notice of Ling Feng's arrival.
"That kid's here for the Chosen One assessment too? At his age? His talent must be insane!"
Just then, a middle-aged man with a broad smile strolled over.
"Hey there, little brother! You here for the certification too? Not bad, not bad at all!"
"You're too kind!"
Ling Feng nodded politely.
"You must be a first-timer here, right? Well, you'd better be careful — this Chosen One certification isn't as simple as it sounds!"
The middle-aged man spoke with an air of familiarity, as if they were old friends.
"Oh? What's so tricky about it?"
Ling Feng's curiosity was piqued.
Truth be told, he didn't know much about the Chosen One certification — after all, such things had once seemed far beyond his reach.
"See that guy over there?" The man pointed to the pale-faced youth. "His talent wasn't bad at all — when he first showed up here, he was only twenty. People were calling him a future Martial Emperor in the making.
"But the poor kid's luck ran out during his first certification attempt. He ran into a Seducer Demon... got completely drained. On top of that, he triggered a negative trait.
"They say it's called [Blood Qi Deficiency] — all his attributes are stuck at 30% effectiveness, and his cultivation speed's been crippled until the trait vanishes.
"That's a green-level negative trait — unless he finds a blue-level trait to counter it, his future's pretty much ruined!"
The man shook his head with a sigh, clearly feeling sorry for the youth.
Hearing this, Ling Feng's brow furrowed.
Negative traits...
Right! He had nearly forgotten about those.
Negative traits were essentially debuffs — illness, severe injury, curses — all sorts of unfortunate conditions could trigger them.
Most were temporary, but some could be permanent. Judging by the young man's condition, he'd clearly sustained serious damage — probably completely drained by that Seducer Demon. No wonder it became permanent.
"Ahem... Thanks for the warning, Uncle. I'll be careful!" Ling Feng said gratefully.
"Oh, by the way... how should I address you?"
Hearing about the Seducer Demon, Ling Feng couldn't help but chuckle inwardly.
Well, at least he went out in style... death under a beauty's charm isn't the worst way to go.
"Heh heh, just call me Old Zhang. You young geniuses are the future of our nation — better safe than sorry!"
Old Zhang chuckled, clearly satisfied that he'd achieved his goal.
His intent was simple — to get on good terms with Ling Feng. After all, with a talent like this, who knew what heights the kid might reach in the future? If Ling Feng ever remembered Old Zhang's advice and offered him some perks down the line, that would be a huge win.
Old Zhang went on to share plenty of information about the certification process.
The test had two main parts:
Basic Data Assessment — This involved measuring blood vitality, explosive strength, and analyzing special traits. Combat Trial — This was the tricky part.
Old Zhang had failed the combat trial three times, even suffering serious injuries once that left him bedridden for over a year.
Apparently, those who performed exceptionally well in the final evaluation could earn extra rewards and special privileges — a detail that piqued Ling Feng's interest.
Special privileges, huh? I wonder if that includes cash bonuses...
If it did, maybe he should put on a dazzling show and flaunt his talents a little more.
Soon, an hour had passed.
"Beep! All participants in this round of the Chosen One certification, please proceed to the assessment area! Your number is: 15. Please line up according to your number!"
A mechanical voice chimed from the cards each participant carried.
Hearing this, Ling Feng, Old Zhang, and the others all rose and walked toward the now-open passageway.
...
Once inside, they found themselves in a sealed-off chamber. A massive machine towered before them — sleek, metallic, and humming with power.
This was the Combat Power Detector, a device capable of measuring a person's blood vitality, soul strength, explosive force, and more.
"BOOM!!!"
Just as everyone settled into place, a powerful aura suddenly engulfed the entire chamber.
Everyone in the room was suddenly overwhelmed by an invisible force.
Everyone except Ling Feng, that is. The rest of the participants staggered back, some nearly collapsing to their knees.
The frail-looking young man couldn't even hold out — his eyes rolled back, and with a dull thud, he fainted on the spot.
As the crowd paled from the oppressive aura, an elderly man with a sharp, sinister gaze floated down with his hands clasped behind his back.
Currents of wind swirled steadily around his body, rippling like an invisible cloak. Behind him, several figures clad in Chosen One battle armor followed closely.
"Hmph! With such pathetic physical strength, how dare you dream of joining the Chosen One Alliance? Toss him out!"
The old man's cold snort accompanied a dismissive glance toward the unconscious youth.
One of the armored figures stepped forward, grabbed the fallen participant like a ragdoll, and tossed him unceremoniously out of the testing chamber.
"This old man's trait must be some kind of wind control... Silver-tier, third rank, not exactly overwhelming — but he sure knows how to flaunt his power," Ling Feng muttered to himself with a smirk.
Even so, Silver-tier third rank was no joke. With one powerful move, a person of that strength could level an entire city block.
"Hmm?"
The old man's sharp gaze suddenly fixed on Ling Feng.
It wasn't just Ling Feng's youthful face that caught his attention — no, what truly startled him was that this boy had stood there completely unfazed under his Wind Pressure Aura.
"Could this kid be at least Bronze-tier, fifth rank or higher? Impossible...
Wait... could his trait be blue-tier?"
His eyes suddenly lit up. A blue-tier trait! That was the mark of a true prodigy. Recruiting someone like this would earn him serious recognition within the Chosen One Alliance.
With that thought in mind, the old man swiftly withdrew his oppressive aura.