Chapter 83: Chapter 83: Method of Quick Success

Fang Chen muttered under his breath, "The absolute pinnacle of human combat power..."

His expression carried a mix of shock and a trace of yearning. Just what kind of heights was that?

Huai Yongge took in his reaction and chuckled. "Why else do you think the people from the Superpower Bureau dare to act so arrogantly, even trampling the dignity of the Martial Arts Association and the police directly underfoot?

"Their confidence is entirely tied to Saint Venerable Wen alone. It could be said that as long as the Saint Venerable is around, it doesn’t matter how they run rampant.

"Conversely, if the Saint Venerable ever decides to wash his hands of it, the government would immediately seize the opportunity to abolish the department and replace it with people they can fully control, no matter how humble and polite the Bureau acts."

Changing the subject, his tone grew milder. "Fortunately, the Superpower Bureau isn’t completely lacking in discretion. They know exactly where the government’s bottom line is and understand how to maintain balance.

"Aside from what I mentioned earlier, they mainly discipline those who forcibly abduct and frame civilian Superpower Users. In other aspects, such as private vendettas or normal disputes among Martial Artists, they basically wash their hands of it.

"There are also a few unspoken rules.

"They do not actively recruit new, local Superpower Users into the Superpower Bureau to avoid causing apprehension through overexpansion.

"They absolutely do not interfere in national political affairs.

"They do not meddle in the internal management of the various Martial Arts Academies.

"Furthermore, if a very small minority of individuals court death by using the Superpower Bureau’s protection to actively provoke and offend major factions to the bitter end, the Bureau will not protect them endlessly and without limits.

"They have to bear a portion of the consequences for the trouble they stir up themselves.

"Additionally, although the Superpower Bureau hasn’t made your superpowers public, they have engraved Spirit Seals on you. When the government sees the Spirit Seals on your wrists, they will know how to utilize you.

"For instance, Tier Four and Tier Five can be used freely without any misgivings. Tier Three comes with a certain price, so it’s fine as long as proper compensation is prepared.

"As for Tier Two and Tier One, they need to exert their respective functions under specific circumstances. Therefore, in the end, Superpower Users are still handed over to the government to be used.

"So, based on these tacit understandings, a superficial peace is maintained between the higher-ups of the government and the Superpower Bureau."

Huai Yongge pondered for a moment, adding a touch of realistic consideration. "Moreover, actually making a move to eradicate the Superpower Bureau, which is spread across various nations, would be a massive can of worms with enormous costs. Thus, under the weighing of various factions, this delicate coexistence has formed."

He patted Fang Chen’s shoulder. "Alright, it’s enough that you know the gist of these matters. It’s getting late. Hurry up and go through the reporting procedures to find your temporary dorm and settle in. Oh, right."

As if remembering something, Huai Yongge specifically warned, "There is one more thing you must keep in mind. The Superpower Bureau does not interfere in the internal affairs of the Martial Arts Academies. This means that in the future, if you have friction with other young Martial Artists of your generation in the academy, or even if injuries and deaths occur, the Superpower Bureau usually won’t intervene or ask questions.

"Therefore, if you pass the martial exam and enter a Martial Arts Academy, you must be careful in all things. Competition within the academy might be more direct and cruel than on the outside."

He greatly appreciated Fang Chen’s performance in the first round, so he unconsciously offered a few more pointers.

Fang Chen’s heart skipped a beat in awe. He firmly memorized these words and sincerely thanked him. "Thank you for the reminder, Inspector Huai. I understand."

Huai Yongge nodded and said no more, turning around to leave with his subordinates.

Fang Chen also suppressed his churning thoughts and followed the flow of people toward the gates of the Cyan Yang Martial Arts Academy.

Only then did he have the time to carefully examine the Cyan Yang Martial Arts Academy before him. His first impression was that it was big—extremely big, with an expansive field of view. In the distance, uniquely shaped training arenas and towering observation towers were faintly visible. Many of the open-air equipment flashing with a cold metallic gleam were things he had never even seen before. They were clearly not something a place on the level of Jinchuan City could possess.

However, perhaps because the academy had specially adjusted its schedule for the martial exam, the campus was quiet at the moment. Scarcely a soul could be seen, making it seem somewhat desolate.

The main gates were tightly shut, making entry temporarily impossible.

Fang Chen waited in place for a while. More and more students arrived as buses pulled up one after another. He spotted quite a few familiar faces from other schools in Jinchuan City, along with acquaintances like Yuan Xiao, Cai Long, and Zou Shuyao.

When the group gathered, they inevitably chatted about their experiences in the first round. Zou Shuyao was surprised that Fang Chen actually knew Cai Long.

Seeing Cai Long blinking frequently, Fang Chen understood his cue. He hurriedly praised Cai Long’s strength and character. After all, having accepted the guy’s money and a piece of gold, helping a pair of lovebirds come together wasn’t a bad thing.

While they were talking, a team of people wearing Cyan Yang Martial Arts Academy uniforms walked out from inside.

The person leading them swept an expressionless gaze over the gathered examinees. "Everyone, present your first-round clearance certificates."

The crowd stepped forward in order. Those people checked very carefully. Only after confirming there were no mistakes did they hand out a card printed with personal information and a key.

"Hold onto these. These are your admission tickets for the second round and the keys to your temporary dorms," the person in charge announced in a flat voice. "The second round of the martial exam will be held in a week, on June 9th. It will be completed in a single day. The academy is giving you these next few days to rest well and seize the time to improve your strength."

Looking at the eager young faces before him, he waved his hand somewhat impatiently. "Alright, there’s nothing else. Hurry up, take your keys, and go find your dorms to settle in. Don’t gather here.

"Whenever you overenergetic little brats get together, it’s never peaceful."

A wave of dissatisfied boos and protests immediately erupted from below. The person in charge didn’t care in the slightest, turning around and leaving with his team.

Fang Chen looked at the number tag hanging from his key—"208."

Just as he was about to follow the directional signs to find his dorm, several classmates nearby immediately swarmed around him.

"Boss Fang, which dorm are you in?"

"208? That’s great! I’m in 208 too! Haha, I get to live with Boss Fang again! Now I can finally get a solid night’s sleep!"

"Damn, I’m 206! Right next door! Boss Fang, could you teach us a few tricks over the next couple of days? I really have no confidence in the second round..."

A group of people chattered away, trying to seek some psychological comfort from Fang Chen.

Yuan Xiao squeezed his way over and threw an arm over Fang Chen’s shoulder, his tone dripping with sourness. "Tsk, tsk. Old Fang, it seems my status in your heart has plummeted by dozens of spots again. You punk, wherever you go, you’re the center of attention. You’re just shining brightly."

Fang Chen was somewhat speechless. It was his first time participating in the martial exam as well, and he didn’t even know what the second round entailed. He massaged his temples, feeling a headache coming on. "I don’t have much confidence in the second round myself, so there’s really nothing I can guide you on. Everyone... just prepare earnestly on your own."

Cai Long and Zou Shuyao also left their respective lines and came over, lowering their voices to ask.

"Hey, Fe—uh, Fang." He had almost let it slip and hurriedly corrected himself. "What do you think that guy from the academy meant by his last words? Resting well and recovering from injuries is easy enough to understand, but this ’improving strength’... What could we possibly improve in just a week?"

Before Fang Chen could speak, Wang Pan, who was standing to the side, jumped out proactively and said, "Of course we can."

Hearing this, the eyes of the surrounding classmates instantly lit up as they leaned in.

"Wang Pan! I knew you definitely had some tricks up your sleeve!"

"Hurry up and tell us!"

Wang Pan glanced at the surrounding crowd, feeling a secret thrill. He thought to himself, "Finally, a chance to show off." He spoke at a leisurely pace. "Jade Dew Hall! Didn’t you guys see those people at the school gates asking us to buy things for them? Things like Qi Blood Needles and Realm-Breaking Pills. If you have money, just go buy them. These things are extremely common in Cyan Yang City."

"Oh, right! I was only thinking about making money as a proxy buyer and totally forgot about this." freewⅇbnovel.com

"Huh? But what if we don’t pass? I was planning to pop some pills after passing. If I don’t pass, I was going to flip them to make my registration fee back."

"That depends on your own priorities. Anyway, I’m going to Jade Dew Hall first thing tomorrow morning to buy a Realm-Breaking Pill and strive to break through to the Mid-Stage True Martial Realm," Su Zhe said.

Hearing this, Wang Pan put on a face full of regret. "Crap, I couldn’t keep my mouth shut for a second, and now I’ve helped my competitors improve their strength again!"

"Haha! Wang is truly noble and selfless! I admire you, I really do. Let’s go, back to the dorms! We’ll go pop pills together tomorrow!"

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