“Elder, can I go in and choose a Xuan-rank martial art?”
Luo Mu turned around and said with a smile.
Martial arts are a general term for techniques and skills.
The elder didn't answer, but quickly came in front of Luo Mu.
Looking at the deep black mark on the back of his hand, he remained silent for a long time.
No wonder he came to return the secret manual today, it wasn't as he imagined, 'too difficult' and 'unable to learn'.
Instead... he had already mastered it!
For a moment, his long-dormant mind was stirred.
"I didn't expect that there would be a prodigy among the commoner disciples of the outer palace."
The elder's gaze gradually shifted to Luo Mu's face, meeting his eyes.
"Elder is flattering me."
Luo Mu smiled slightly.
He knew what the elder was referring to.
Mastering the 'Life-Ending Saber Technique' in half a month was indeed a terrifying feat.
But he had nothing to hide.
It wasn't as if he had mastered it using demonic techniques.
It was all due to his tireless efforts!
So there was no need to hide it.
Moreover, in the academy, one must show off their talent and strength.
Otherwise, they would miss out on many cultivation resources.
"I thought you wouldn't even be able to last five breaths before being beaten out.
"I really misjudged you."
"You're called Luo... Mu, right?"
For the first time, the elder really took a good look at Luo Mu.
"Yes."
Luo Mu nodded.
"I've taken note. Go in and choose,"
the elder said. "The third floor of the Martial Arts Tower, the highest rank is Xuan-rank medium, you can choose a low-grade one for free, but if you want a medium-grade one, you'll have to make up for the difference with contribution points."
"Understood."
Luo Mu immediately turned and walked inside.
"The young generation is indeed formidable."
Looking at Luo Mu's back, the elder stroked his white beard, a look of admiration on his face.
His cloudy eyes also had a bright glint.
For someone his age, seeing such a talented commoner disciple in the outer palace was the most gratifying thing.
"In terms of talent alone, this kid might be considered the top of the outer palace."
The elder thought to himself.
At least in his knowledge, no one in the outer palace could master the 'Life-Ending Saber Technique' in such a short time.
Even the prodigies from the inner palace.
He estimated that there were only a handful of them.
——
Passing through the passage, they arrived at the interior of the third floor.
Compared to the first and second floor, there were many fewer bookshelves here.
There were only two.
Luo Mu walked over and looked at each one.
Each secret manual was placed in a dark black box.
It required special means to open.
However, there was a description on it, giving a general idea of the content of the martial art.
‘《Wind Cloud Spear》, Xuan-rank low-grade, after mastering it, the spear speed will be like the wind, unseen, the spear trajectory will be difficult to track, like hiding in the clouds... requires: 5,000 contribution points.’
‘《Tai'a Three Forms》, Xuan-rank low-grade, created by Sword Saint Wen Tai'a in his youth five hundred years ago, there are three forms in total, each form contains a profound understanding of swordsmanship... requires: 5,000 contribution points.’
‘...’
‘《Star Shattering Fist》, Xuan-rank low-grade, created by the previous, previous, previous, previous Palace Master of this academy when observing the stars, with a grand vision, after mastering it, the fist technique will be vast and open, it will greatly benefit the understanding of fist momentum... requires: 5,000 contribution points.’
Luo Mu finished looking at one bookshelf.
These were all Xuan-rank low-grade martial arts.
Just from the descriptions, they were unmatched by Human-rank martial arts.
Among them, there was a Xuan-rank low-grade saber technique, making him feel a little itchy.
Compared to Human-rank martial arts, the preciousness of Xuan-rank martial arts lies not only in their power, but also in their ability to help cultivators comprehend the Grand Momentum of Martial Arts!
What is the Grand Momentum of Martial Arts?
It is a kind of ethereal aura.
It can affect the surrounding void, causing strong physical and mental pressure on the opponent, and it can also greatly enhance the power of one's own martial arts.
Saber masters call it Saber Momentum, sword masters call it Sword Momentum, fist masters call it Fist Momentum, and so on.
However, it is very, very difficult to comprehend the Grand Momentum of Martial Arts, there might not even be one in hundreds of thousands of cultivators.
It requires extremely high talent.
Therefore, the preciousness of martial arts that can help in comprehending the Grand Momentum of Martial Arts can be imagined.
Of course, Xuan-rank martial arts can only provide a little help, the most important thing is still the individual, their own understanding.
Most people, even if they cultivate Xuan-rank martial arts, won't be able to comprehend it.
Looking at the vast academy.
It's estimated that only the top-ranked prodigies have the chance to possess it.
"Too expensive."
Luo Mu shook his head.
His main purpose in coming here was to exchange for a Body Tempering Technique.
Compared to cultivators of the same realm, his physical capabilities were still average, whether it was defense or speed.
This was very clearly exposed in the past half month's training.
So he had to make up for it as soon as possible.
His initial plan was to exchange for a Body Tempering Technique first, and if he had any contribution points left over, then exchange for a Xuan-rank low-grade saber technique.
But it seems that.
It won't be possible.
As for attack techniques, the 'Life-Ending Saber Technique' is still sufficient for now.
The second bookshelf contained Xuan-rank medium-grade techniques and skills.
Taking a look at the price, Luo Mu sighed in relief.
Good.
It wasn't as expensive as he had expected, he could make up the difference with contribution points.
If he was going to cultivate, he would definitely cultivate a high-grade one.
Otherwise, how could he have stronger strength.
Make up for the gap, or... widen the gap!
‘《Lonely Slaughter Divine Sword Art》, Xuan-rank medium-grade... requires: 10,000 contribution points.’
‘《Heaven Cloud Wandering Dragon Steps》, Xuan-rank medium-grade...’
‘...’
Luo Mu carefully looked over each one.
His breathing became heavier and heavier.
They were all... so tempting to learn!
But his pockets were empty!
“《No-Life Saber Scripture》, Xuan-rank medium-grade, a powerful saber technique that can only be cultivated through killing... upon reaching perfection, saber qi will hide within, eyes will contain the underworld, one saber will bring no life... requires: 10,000 contribution points.”
When Luo Mu saw this saber technique, his hands clenched.
He was already very interested in the Dao of the Saber, and now he was naturally overjoyed to see it.
Also, he didn't know if it was an illusion, but he felt that this saber technique was somewhat similar to the 'Life-Ending Saber Technique'.
"Too bad."
Luo Mu gritted his teeth and put it down.
In his heart, he wished he could immediately kill a few more demonic spies!
"I'll have to come back and exchange it later."
Luo Mu's will was firm, he knew what he needed most at this stage.
No matter the wind, east, west, south, or north, I remain unmoved.
A strong body is the foundation.
‘《玄阳霸体功》, Xuan-rank medium-grade, can absorb the essence of the sun into the body, strengthen blood and qi, generate scorching sun power... upon reaching perfection, one can release blood and qi externally, condensing a fiery armor... requires: 10,000 contribution points.’