Starry Sky Professional

As time flew by, the end-of-term exam season arrived.

Even at the high school on Eagle Star, exams are held in June, followed by a two-month break.

"Finally... After the exams, I will no longer be a first-year student, but a second-year one."

Fang Xing chose not to visit another world last night; instead, he decided to rest in the neighborhood.

As the first ray of morning sunlight streamed into the bedroom, he slowly opened his eyes, his attention immediately focusing on the attribute panel:

【Name: Fang Xing】

【Age: 16】

【Profession: Martial Artist】

【First Realm: Skin and Flesh】

【Military Boxing Form 12: 27/100】

【Great Dragon Posture: 1/200】

【Gate of the Heavens】

……

"The Blood Vitality Pill truly lives up to its reputation as the best auxiliary pill for postnatal martial artists... Just one bottle brought me close to perfecting the first realm."

"Even the wealthy on Eagle Star may not be as extravagant as I am..."

A hint of joy appeared on Fang Xing's face.

"The path of taking pills indeed makes sense; without such pills, reaching the perfection of the skin by the end of the term was the best I could hope for.

Now I've almost reached the perfection of the flesh..."

"The threshold of advancing from the first to the second realm, as long as I have enough Blood Vitality Pills, should not be a problem."

"As for the Great Dragon Posture, I've successfully reached the third stage mentioned by Teacher Xia Long, and even if my jade skin is exposed, it doesn't matter..."

The hard training during this period has brought him immense gains.

It's even imaginable that his training speed will increase in the future!

Getting into college by the third year is no longer an issue for Fang Xing.

The real challenge lies in getting into a prestigious university!

"The best university in the Federation should be 'Blue Star University' located on Blue Star.

Besides that, 'Saint Armor University' and 'Nine Swords Academy,' situated in the cosmic secret realm, are also top-tier institutions..."

Fang Xing silently recalled the relevant information.

The original owner of this body had two dreams: to buy a house on the Blue Planet and to get into a university. It didn't matter which one, as long as it was a university.

But Fang Xing knew better than anyone the importance of getting into college!

A leap in social class hinged on this!

Even though he possessed a realm from another world, getting into a university would help him make better use of resources from this foreign land.

Imagine setting up a top-notch biology research institute to study otherworldly elixirs, without the need to risk his life near the infirmary.

Although he had poison detection papers and white mice, swallowing those pills still posed a risk for Fang Xing.

And his life was, without a doubt, more precious than anything else.

After getting out of bed and washing up, Fang Xing habitually assumed the Dragon Stance.

Mastery-level Dragon Stance had a completely different feel compared to the proficiency level.

If the proficiency level Dragon Stance gave him a seamless flow and unique rhythm in every move,

then the mastery level had moved beyond adapting to the form. It allowed automatic modifications to make the stance fit him even better!

Every person's physique differs; although the Dragon Stance was promoted as perfected through smart-brain simulations, it was still based on a common template.

Now, Fang Xing's practice could be called the "Fang Xing Custom Version," tailor-made to his unique physique, with benefits that we're beyond compare.

“No wonder I achieved the ‘Jade Skin’ level with such a high-degree Dragon Stance... even though I'd reached it long ago.”

After completing the stance exercises, Fang Xing felt the harmony between his muscles and skin. He suddenly brushed his fingers across his face.

In the next instant, the skin on his face started to shift.

His cheeks became plumper, his eyebrows longer... In a moment, he transformed from a teenager into a somber-looking man in his twenties!

“After refining most of my muscles, I can control facial muscles and skin to disguise myself...”

This was truly a miraculous skill, ideal for home travel, and... more nefarious purposes!

...

At Yucai High School.

"Students, today we're taking cultural exams first, so do your best."

Teacher Lan Fei had yet another professional outfit on, with sheer black stockings and high heels that matched with her glasses, radiating a special kind of elite aura: "Also... remember, no cheating. The punishment is very severe."

‘She seems even more tempting somehow... My blood energy is rising too fast lately, the fiery desire is too strong...’ Fang Xing maintained a stoic expression, picked up the exam paper, and quickly began answering the questions.

High school exams cover a wide range of subjects.

Universal language, interstellar survival, cataloging evil god species, various weapon maintenance and repair, battlefield first aid...

Each subject has its own test paper, yet all of them must be completed in one morning, allowing only about half an hour per subject.

Scratch, scratch!

But for these high school students, this was routine.

In an instant, the classroom was filled with the sound of scribbling pens.

Even the seemingly unreliable Liu Wei was writing furiously.

As warriors, their wrist strength was impressive, their writing speed swift, and their thoughts quick.

Even so, finishing a test paper within half an hour was still quite challenging.

After all, the difficulty of the exams was calculated to test their limits, specifically to select the most outstanding students!

As for cheating?

The classroom was under comprehensive surveillance, making it virtually impossible.

"Luckily, I've seen this question before..."

"The last one is kind of tricky—just a bit complicated with the calculations..."

Fang Xing's pen flew across the page.

As a master in the latter stage of his martial journey, his martial prowess supported his high-intensity exam performance.

"Time's up!"

The time quickly reached noon, and Fang Xing put down his electronic pen, exiting the classroom to grab a quick lunch.

'I must admit, even though ingredients from the otherworld are tastier and more nutritious... my cooking skills are just average.'

'If we only consider taste, the cuisine from the Blue Star Federation is superior... not to mention I'm penniless and have never truly experienced the rich medicinal dishes of Blue Star, which are said to balance both taste and nutrition...'

'In fact, the entire Soaring Falcon Star is just an ordinary planet... even the wealthiest person here is nothing compared to the Blue Star Federation.'

As he nibbled on a meat roll, he observed his classmates.

Bai Lang, Yi An, Qian Xun, Ouyang Qianqian, Bai Lianyi, Cole, Liu Wei...

"Huh?"

Whether it was an illusion or not, Fang Xing couldn't shake off the feeling that today, Liu Wei seemed... a little more confident?

"Fang Xing..."

Cole approached with large strides, "I'm looking forward to facing you in the practical exam this afternoon."

The afternoon's practical exam used an elimination format—two people fighting their way through could eventually cross paths.

By afternoon, all the teachers gathered in the school, Xia Long standing prominently among them.

"The first-year practical assessment starts now! We have ten platforms, and students called up should come forward. No armor, weapons, or potions are allowed... anything else is fair game."

Xia Long's voice boomed like a bell, vibrating through the air, then he revealed a slight sneer, "Feel free to strike hard; let’s see if we upper-level teachers can save you in time... there are no taboos on that front. Of course, don’t expect high scores for morality and conduct..."

"This seems like leniency, but it’s actually a reminder," Fang Xing thought as he witnessed the scene.

The match list was soon announced. He glanced at it and sensed something amiss. "The seeded players have all been placed in separate groups... supposedly to meet only at the end."

Staring at the huge electronic screen, Fang Xing nodded slightly but shook his head, "There’s just one school-wide score, but it’s quite rudimentary... That’s fine."

"Platform One, Group One, Dilys versus Cao Xiong!"

"Platform Two, Student Qing Yun versus Student Hong Ke!"

...

Soon, various martial arts teachers took their places by the platforms and the day’s matches began.

Fang Xing didn’t have a chance to check on Liu Wei and others as he was called up to the stage.

"Platform Eight, Fang Xing versus Phoenix!"

Upon reaching the platform, he saw a red-haired girl across from him. She wore a form-fitting black outfit, highlighting her graceful curves, blue eyes that resembled the sea, and skin that was as milky white and delicate as porcelain. She was undoubtedly a stunning beauty.

"So it's her, the class belle from Class 4..." Fang Xing thought, making a polite bow, "Phoenix, please enlighten me!"

"Fang Xing, please!"

Phoenix returned the bow and immediately launched an attack!

Bang!

Her hands moved like the wings of a phoenix, tearing through the air.

The twelfth form of military martial arts—Broken Wing Strike!

Military martial arts is a compulsory subject in high school, encompassing a myriad range of techniques including punches, palm strikes, kicks, body movements, and finger techniques.

At first glance, Phoenix's Broken Wing Strike seemed ordinary, yet there was an unmistakable flow and mastery to it, indicating her deep expertise in this technique.

Fang Xing's figure twisted just in time, narrowly avoiding her attack.

“Good kid...”

On a distant ring, Xia Long, while watching the match with one eye, couldn't help but chuckle, “Not only is his foundation solid, but it seems he's also quite proficient in military martial arts...”

Having dodged the hand, Fang Xing aimed to quickly end the fight.

He lifted his right foot slightly, as if it were a giant axe, slashing through the air.

Feeling the sharp force rushing towards her, Phoenix's face revealed a trace of shock.

Battle Axe Kick!

Crash!

She barely managed to overlap her arms, forming a cross to shield her chest, but her entire body was sent flying to the edge of the ring. Flipping over, she stood up again, yet her right arm hung limply.

“Still not conceding?”

Fang Xing frowned. Although he had held back considerably with that kick, her right hand should already be broken.

Facing such a disparity, conceding rationally would be the best choice.

“Concede? For us bio-engineered humans, every point is incredibly important. How could I possibly concede?”

A hint of madness flickered in Phoenix’s eyes as she thrust her remaining left hand like a spear.

‘Huh? It seems she's employing some secret technique to hypnotize or harm her body?’

Witnessing this scene, Fang Xing felt a twinge of sadness.

For bio-engineered humans like them, it was indeed crucial to seize every opportunity with all their might! Even in defeat, manifesting an indomitable spirit was vital, as it might lead to slightly higher scores later!

For natural humans, this might not mean much, but for bio-engineered humans, even a single point's difference could determine their future fate!

(End of Chapter)