[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"origin-high-martial-world-getting-strong-by-grinding-er":3,"chapter-high-martial-world-getting-strong-by-grinding-er-high-martial-world-getting-strong-by-grinding-er-chapter-26":6},{"origin":4,"title":5},"chinese","High Martial World: Getting Strong by Grinding Er Lang Shen's Talent",{"chapter":7,"nextChapterSlug":19,"prevChapterSlug":20,"totalChapters":21,"novelImage":22},{"id":8,"novel_id":9,"title":10,"slug":11,"index":12,"content":13,"wordcount":14,"created_at":15,"updated_at":15,"volume":16,"translator":17,"content_hash":18},2330393,4558,"Chapter 26: Lin Qi","high-martial-world-getting-strong-by-grinding-er-chapter-26",26,"\u003Cp>The examiner stood nearly one meter ninety tall, of medium build but muscular, his robust muscles straining against the combat suit.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His speed was swift, his steps steady and powerful; in moments he closed the distance to Lin Qi and swung his spear to launch the first attack.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His spear thrust forward like lightning, piercing the air with immense penetration.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The spearhead glinted with cold light, closing in instantly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lin Qi raised an eyebrow—he recognized at once that the opponent was using the third technique of the Mountain-Crushing Spear Art: Crush-Thrust!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Did the system detect during my earlier use of the Mountain-Crushing Spear Art that I specialize in spear techniques?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“So the examiner was programmed to use spear techniques too?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lin Qi silently speculated—this was almost certainly it.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Perfect—I want to test my own Mountain-Crushing Spear Art.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As the distance narrowed, Lin Qi’s spear shot forward in an instant.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His feet exploded in power, his body lunging forward, arm muscles bulging, veins rising as strength surged.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Both hands gripped the spear tightly and unleashed force in a single instant—the spear shot out like a dragon.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Crush-Thrust!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He unleashed the same technique, its momentum fierce, aiming to meet force with force.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Whoosh~”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Wind howled as both spears clashed in midair.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Clang~”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Metal struck metal, sparks flying, force transmitting through spear and arm—real, tangible sensation.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lin Qi’s face remained expressionless; he shifted his stance, using the recoil to flip his wrist and continue his spear art.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His spear technique shifted, delivering rapid, consecutive thrusts as light as plucking clouds.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Pluck-Cloud!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His mind raced; the twelve spear techniques surfaced, each matched to different combat scenarios.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Clang clang clang~~”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The examiner countered with Pluck-Cloud; their spears flashed like lightning, colliding repeatedly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Each impact sent out bursts of sparks.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Spear shadows danced, yet Lin Qi’s eyes grew ever more excited, his spear techniques accelerating further.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Fast, fast, fast!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Thrilling!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He reveled in the spear clashes, the transmission of force, the execution and rivalry of the techniques.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>No psychological burden—only the need to unleash every spear technique he knew; the feeling was deeply satisfying.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His body and mind expanded, strength flowing through every corner.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Soon, Lin Qi noticed the examiner’s movements growing rigid.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Clang~”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lin Qi swung his spear; they clashed again.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Time to end this!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In that instant, Lin Qi’s eyes flashed—he unleashed all his power, force exploding segment by segment along his spine, his body like a compressed spring.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His spear shot out like a ruthless bolt of lightning, piercing the air.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Advance quickly!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The examiner couldn’t react in time, thrusting his spear defensively.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He could only watch helplessly as Lin Qi’s spear plunged into his chest like a ferocious beast.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Puff~”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The spear pierced his chest, blood spraying onto Lin Qi’s face.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>【You performed spear techniques for the first time. Mountain-Crushing Spear Art proficiency increased. Spear Art +1%】\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>【You used body movement in combat for the first time. Body Movement +2%】\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>【Spear Art: First Stage 77% → 78%】\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>【Body Movement: First Stage 68% → 70%】\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>…\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lin Qi retracted his spear, silently absorbing the feeling of the battle, mind sharply focused, muscles taut.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It was nothing like his usual training—this was nearly real combat.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His first real battle had already elevated his spear art slightly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>【Battle over. Congratulations, “Yang Jian,” you have won!】\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>【Current test progress (1\u002F3)】\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>An electronic voice echoed through the sky.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Progress is only 1\u002F3—meaning I must win two more battles to pass the human-machine test.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lin Qi stared at the screen and instantly understood the rules.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Continue the challenge!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Without hesitation, he selected “Continue Challenge!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Ding!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Moments later, another examiner appeared, clad in white combat gear; as the battle began, he surged forward like a whirlwind.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His speed increased further, his spear swinging with swift, lethal precision.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“It’s the Drop-Water Spear Art!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lin Qi recognized the technique, stepped forward, and swung his black great-spear with overwhelming momentum, beginning his second battle!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Compared to the first, his movements grew smoother and more refined.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>…\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Twenty minutes later\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Clang clang~~”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>On the vast arena floor, two figures—one in black, one in white—swung their great-spears in fierce collision.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Silver and black spears danced, shadows flashing, sparks flying. Lin Qi swung his black great-spear freely, executing the Mountain-Crushing Spear Art, technique after technique, seamless and fluid.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His momentum was mighty, fierce, and dominant—fully embodying the style of the Mountain-Crushing Spear Art.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The examiner swung his spear, forming a defensive circle to block the onslaught.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Even the Rock-Solid Spear Art can’t hold against me—die!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lin Qi erupted in power; his spear hummed, blood qi surging like a river flowing through his body.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Muscles swelled, waist and abdomen powering the strike, force channeling into his arms, his grip tightening as he thrust the spear forward.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Crush-Thrust!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A violent thrust shot out like lightning, shattering the defensive circle and piercing the examiner’s throat in an instant.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Puff~”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>One strike—fatal!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The examiner’s figure dissolved into nothingness.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>【Through intense combat, Mountain-Crushing Spear Art proficiency increased. Spear Art +2%】\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>【Spear Art: First Stage 78% → 80%】\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>…\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>【Examiner defeated. Congratulations, “Yang Jian,” you have won.】\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>【Current test progress (3\u002F3)】\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>【Congratulations! You have passed the human-machine test!】\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The empty arena echoed with an electronic female voice.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lin Qi exhaled, his eyes bright, showing not a trace of fatigue.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Thrilling!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lin Qi felt only exhilaration—he had unleashed every spear technique he had ever learned.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In battle, facing unfamiliar techniques like Drop-Water Spear Art and Rock-Solid Spear Art, he saw new dimensions of spear art.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His proficiency deepened, and in combat, he never felt fatigue—it was addictive.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>【“Yang Jian,” matchmaking mode activated!】\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>【Start matchmaking? Yes\u002FNo】\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lin Qi stared at the interface, lost in thought.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“I’ve experienced human-machine combat—while it allows autonomous spear techniques and attacks, it’s too rigid, lacking flexibility.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“To pass, you only need to defeat three opponents with decent spear foundations.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“But opponents who are real humans? Completely different.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Anyone who can enter the Red Arena isn’t ordinary.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Still, win or lose, my growth will be immense.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lin Qi clicked “Yes!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Match confirmation initiated.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>【Matching begins. Both parties’ Qi and blood values are 6.0.】\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>【Hide true appearance: Yes\u002FNo?】\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lin Qi raised an eyebrow, surprised—could one conceal one’s face?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The interface switched, revealing several masks of varying shapes and colors: handsome, eerie, beautiful…\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Since that was possible, there was no need to hesitate; Lin Qi selected a sleek black mask.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Now clad entirely in black, his demeanor cold and stern, the mask made him appear as if facing an abyss.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Three minutes later, Lin Qi opened his eyes, and a figure materialized across from him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He was a tall male, clad in a red combat suit, wielding a long sword.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His features were ordinary, dotted with a few acne scars, and he sported thick, curly hair.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Above his head, a nickname appeared: 【My Great Sword】(Elite)\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Yang Jian?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Newbie?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The curly-haired male spoke, glanced at Lin Qi, and sneered.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“I love crushing newbies, brother. Let my Great Sword give you special attention.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Under his mask, Lin Qi remained silent, raising his black great spear.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He glanced at his own interface and noticed a slight change in the information.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Nickname: 【Yang Jian】(Newbie)\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After the nickname appeared the word “Newbie,” followed by a small annotation.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>【Newbie】: Competitor who has passed the AI test and has no more than ten matches.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>【Elite】: Competitor with over ten wins in the arena.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>…\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>So that’s how it worked—Lin Qi understood instantly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Looks like I got lucky—my first opponent isn’t weak.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Elite—has won at least ten matches. Compared to me, a novice, his strength is undoubtedly great. He’s likely the strongest challenger I’ve faced so far.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>【Battle about to begin!】\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>【3, 2, 1…】\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>【Arena combat begins!】\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As the timer ended, the AI voice announced loudly—the battle had officially begun!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>…\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>(End of Chapter)\u003C\u002Fp>",1296,"2026-06-20T20:27:41.493Z",1,"Qwen3-Next 80B","ac886d59edff2bc58bb6aef832cd97c96a09000d5ad3247597b8b1d3d6f61ed6","high-martial-world-getting-strong-by-grinding-er-chapter-27","high-martial-world-getting-strong-by-grinding-er-chapter-25",992,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Fhigh-martial-world-getting-strong-by-grinding-er-cover.jpg"]