Speaking of this, a smile finally appeared on Ma Ran's face: "My luck was not too bad, I managed to achieve some tiny results."

Crunch!

Su Qiangwei, with an expressionless face, bit into an Immortal Shell. "That's just like you."

Showing off in such a simple, boring manner, only Ma Ran could make it entertaining.

Though these words might seem humble, in reality...

Those who get it, get it.

After going through so much, Ma Ran was still the same as before, without the slightest change.

"Pfft..."

Wu Di suddenly laughed, "Sister Qiangwei, your expression..."

Looking at the expressions on their faces, it gave the impression of a soul swap.

Before Wu Di could finish his sentence, he was silenced by a fierce glare from Martial God Su.

Having been beaten up too many times, Wu Di had developed an instinctive reaction.

At least now, he knew it was best to keep quiet if he did not want to be "rescued."

At this point, the number of participants in the online meeting had exceeded a hundred.

Everyone was focused and patiently awaiting Ma Ran's display.

Everyone was keenly interested in the "Eleventh Rank of Inner Qi" he had mentioned earlier and curious about the path Ma Ran had opened for Black Rock Martial Arts.

If Ma Ran had mentioned the Thirteenth or Fifteenth Rank, perhaps people wouldn't pay it much mind for now—such levels aren't something regular humans can easily access, lacking in common applicability.

The most crucial task at this stage remains those four words: "Extraordinary Promotion!"

However...

From a rational and objective perspective, for a normal human, reaching the Eleventh Rank of Inner Qi is possible within one's lifetime, provided they are self-disciplined enough, have access to ample resources, and benefit from updates in products by the supernatural research department (like the Inner Qi Capsule 2.0 version).

Ma Ran didn't keep them in suspense and straightforwardly said, "Eleventh Rank of Inner Qi focuses on one thing—Defense!"

With that, he slowly closed his eyes.

Moments later, an invisible yet tangible Inner Qi emanated from every corner of his body, enveloping him.

Boom!

A puff of white smoke appeared out of nowhere.

The smoke swirling around Ma Ran gradually dissipated.

In the blink of an eye, the otherwise mundane Grass Hut Academy uniform had a brand-new look.

A form-fitting pitch-black trench coat, with a straight collar, with silver linings at its edges and cuffs, reflecting a faint metallic sheen under the fluorescent lights.

Underneath the trench coat, the slightly loose collar of his white shirt appeared as if it was burning with bright red flames.

Overall, this outfit suited him very well, like it was tailor-made, perfectly accentuating Ma Ran's good physique.

The shape of his curved collarbone was visible at a glance, and as he moved, you could vaguely glimpse the defined abs beneath the lining.

Black hair like satin, silver strands like snow.

The words "aged" and "youthful" somehow harmonized on him, providing a fascinating sense of contrast.

At this moment, Ma Ran appeared like a model on the runway under the spotlight.

Describing him as "a walking hunk" might be an exaggeration.

Su Qiangwei was objective, rational, and logical.

Her assessment was...

A bit handsome.

The saying "Clothes make the man" couldn't be more accurate.

With this new look, Ma Ran seemed fresh, efficient yet sharp!

She had already known this annoying guy wasn't lacking in charm, that with a proper makeover he could easily become a small-time idol, but now...

She actually felt somewhat smitten by his looks.

Perhaps it was because of the stark contrast?

In the blink of an eye, Ma Ran's aura had transformed as if he had completed a grand metamorphosis from a clerical worker to a seasoned warrior.

If only he were wielding a sword or knife as well, it would be perfect.

Su Qiangwei snapped back to her senses, rubbed her eyes, and drew a sharp breath, "Hsss..."

"That's it? An instant costume change?"

Though Su Qiangwei still spoke harshly as usual, yet...

The little stars that could hardly be hidden in her eyes proved her inner emotions were not as calm as she appeared.

Su Qiangwei's change in mood could actually be completely described using a line from Demon Child Zhang Kuang — transformation is a young girl's ultimate romantic fantasy!

This allure, who the heck could resist it!

Why not give Master Qiangwei a transformation ability as well!

Her current feeling was...

Want it!

Really want it!

Desperately want it!

More than anyone else!

"..."

Originally planning to demonstrate the specific effects of the Eleventh Rank of Inner Qi, Ma Ran was momentarily at a loss due to Su Qiangwei's reaction.

The main act hadn't even started yet, and the girl's reaction...

Even as the protagonist, Ma Ran felt like she was just playing along.

The true features of the Eleventh Rank of Inner Qi were yet to be displayed...

The focus was completely off!

Ma Ran expressionlessly brushed off Su Qiangwei's approaching hand and explained seriously, "Speaking of which, this inspiration still came from the Seven Vortex Swordsmanship's secret techniques, involving the changes in the nature of Inner Qi."

"Once the task of extraordinary promotion is complete, I will have a proper discussion with Dong Huaiming and ask him to help sort out the specific cultivation methods from the Tenth to the Eleventh Rank of Inner Qi."

"Just watching the transformation process might give everyone the impression that the defense power I mentioned is limited to this outfit alone."

"That's not the case."

At this point, Ma Ran turned his head, his gaze falling onto the table, slowly raising his left hand.

From among the fruit, a fruit knife, driven by Inner Qi, shot rapidly towards him at a speed of about thirty meters per second!

Swish!

A flash of white light!

The blade of the fruit knife lightly embedded itself in the back of Ma Ran's hand.

"Everyone must have guessed it."

Ma Ran said calmly, "In this state, the defense power of every part of me is balanced."

Having said that, he turned to Su Qiangwei, "Shoot me."

Wu Di and Wan Haihao's eyes lit up with excitement.

President Huang Weiguo opened his mouth to say something but eventually chose to stay quiet.

As for Ma Ran's words...

Other than during the A3 District Nightmare incident, at other times, he tended to be mature and cautious.

He wouldn't say something like that unless he was absolutely confident.

Su Qiangwei took out her Dragon Hunting, aimed at Ma Ran's head, and unlocked the safety.

After hesitating for a moment, she locked the safety again and switched to the souvenir Hunting Elephant, "Are you sure it's okay? Are you confident?"

"Don't worry."

"Alright! I trust you!"

Bang!

The bullet was fired!

The smell of gunpowder scattered in the air.

Sizzle...

Light smoke wafted around Ma Ran's fingers.

No smell of blood, and no bleeding!

The crowd looked closely and saw a flattened bullet lodged in the back of Ma Ran's hand—the same hand he had brushed Su Qiangwei away with earlier.

"Can you still hold out?"

"Keep going."

Su Qiangwei, as if given a reassurance, fired a few more shots at various parts.

Bang! Bang! Bang...

Bang! Bang! Bang...

Click click click...

The empty click of the trigger indicated a full magazine had been emptied.

Having withstood a metallic storm all over his body, Ma Ran remained composed, unharmed.

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