Chapter 35: Spear Technique: Furious Wave-Crushing Thrust (Request Follow-Up)

The No. 1 examinee was tall and muscular, swinging a silver spear with fierce, forceful strokes as he charged forward with powerful strides.

The spear technique he used was one Lin Qi knew well—it was the same as his own, the “Mountain-Crushing Spear Art.”

“Is the martial arts test designed to compare cultivation levels by clashing identical secret techniques?”

Lin Qi instantly understood the test’s mechanism and moved at once—his figure flashed forward in a single step.

“Swoosh~”

Like a nimble cheetah lunging forth, his black spear whirled through the air, its sharp tip piercing the atmosphere with rapid thrusts.

Lift the Clouds!

“Shhh~”

Spear shadows surged like flowing clouds and water, dazzling yet brimming with endless killing intent.

“Dang dang~”

The two spears clashed in midair; Lin Qi felt the immense force behind the blow.

He pushed harder, thrusting his spear forward, seizing the opening as the opponent shifted his technique, and swung violently.

“Puh~”

Before the examinee could react, his chest was pierced through—he dissolved into nothingness.

Lin Qi’s expression remained calm; the examinee’s spear technique looked crude and riddled with openings to his eyes.

When he first learned the “Mountain-Crushing Spear Art,” he could have defeated this man.

It was just like how Zhang Cheng had seen him when he first learned the “Mountain-Crushing Spear Art”—everywhere was a flaw.

【No. 1 Examinee Defeated!】

A panel popped up with information; the AI female voice began to alert.

Seconds later, in the same location, the white examinee reappeared, holding the same silver spear, unchanged except for the number “2” on his chest.

【Defeat No. 2 Examinee!】

No. 2 Examinee charged forward—still the “Mountain-Crushing Spear Art,” but his technique was visibly smoother and more refined.

Yet to Lin Qi’s eyes, the examinee’s spear technique remained crude.

He swung his spear again and charged forward; after two moves, he thrust his spear out with sudden force.

Mountain-Crushing Thrust!

“Puh~”

His spear pierced the opponent’s throat; No. 2 Examinee fell and dissolved into nothingness.

“To earn a higher score, you must defeat more examinees.”

Lin Qi understood. Facing the No. 3 examinee, his eyes brightened as he swung his spear, thrusting like a coiling dragon, the tip glinting with cold light…

……

In the virtual chamber

“In the martial arts test, there are ten examinees, all using the same secret technique as you.”

“Their mastery of the technique grows stronger with each one.”

“The more examinees you defeat, the higher your score; if you don’t defeat them, your score is based on how long you last.”

“Theoretically, the stronger your cultivation, the longer you can remain inside the virtual pod.”

Zhang Cheng sat on a chair, explaining the rules to the onlookers.

“Someone finished the test!” someone suddenly shouted.

The door of one virtual pod slowly opened; the man inside opened his eyes and stood up.

It was Liu Yiheng. He looked around, puzzled: “Why is everyone staring at me?”

“Looks like Liu Yiheng is the weakest.” someone suddenly said.

Hearing this, Liu Yiheng’s face turned crimson in visible haste—the remark cut deep.

“Next person, enter the virtual pod. When someone exits, proceed in ranking order,” Zhang Cheng reminded.

“I wonder how many examinees Qi-ge can defeat.”

Jiang Tao watched curiously—not just him, even Zhang Cheng was curious: how many examinees could Lin Qi defeat?

……

In the martial arts test

“Dang dang~~”

On the metallic floor, two figures—one silver, one black—clashed violently, spears colliding and sparking.

Endless spear shadows brimmed with deadly intent; both sides’ techniques were fierce and dominant, radiating overwhelming power.

“Time to end this!”

Lin Qi dodged the examinee’s spear with a tilt of his head, seized the fleeting opening, twisted his wrist, channeled force through his arm, and spun his spear as he thrust forward.

Spiral Break!

“Dang dang~”

“Puh~”

With powerful rotation, the No. 6 examinee’s spear flew from his grip, then was pierced through the chest by Lin Qi’s spear.

【No. 6 Examinee Defeated!】

Lin Qi exhaled a slow breath, lowered his spear, and waited quietly.

This was his sixth defeated examinee—their strength had grown significantly, their technique increasingly refined.

Even he had to use all his strength to defeat this one.

Compared to the testers in the machine assessment, these examinees possessed higher intelligence.

Their mastery of the spear technique kept improving.

They had no emotions, made no mistakes, were unaffected by pressure; once their spear realm rose, they became far harder to defeat. Moments later,

The examinee reappeared, the number on his chest now clearly “7.”

【Defeat No. 7 Examinee!】

“Swoosh~”

The white-clad examinee swung his silver spear and charged forward, movements fluid, spear thrusting like a coiling dragon.

Lin Qi’s expression turned serious—the moment he moved, he sensed the examinee’s strength had surged dramatically.

A faint smile curled his lips.

The stronger, the better—he wanted to test his own limits.

Thinking this, he swung his spear and charged forward, unleashing relentless force; his spear thrust like a collapsing mountain, radiating overwhelming power.

“Bang!!”

“Dang dang~~”

!

Wind howled; his spear shot out like an arrow, clashing fiercely.

Lift the Clouds!

After repeated clashes, Lin Qi leapt high into the air, channeling force through both arms as he thrust downward.

Soar Through Air!

Spear piercing the sky, his weapon tore through the air, aiming to pierce through everything.

The examinee’s face remained expressionless; he shifted his technique, shook his spear, spun the tip, forming a defensive circle.

“Dang dang~~”

In an instant, spears clashed—silver spear defending, black spear attacking!

Sparks flew as they collided; Lin Qi’s attack failed to break through the examinee’s defense.

Seeing this, Lin Qi unleashed another technique.

Rapid Spear Advance, Return Sweep, Pointed Spear Break Formation…

All twelve forms of the “Mountain-Crushing Spear Art” flowed in succession.

His opponent mirrored him exactly.

Both wielded identical techniques, trading offense and defense endlessly—but in prolonged combat, Lin Qi remained on the defensive.

“This must be the limit of my spear skill.”

Lin Qi’s mind raced. For an ordinary person, winning under these conditions would be nearly impossible.

The opponent’s technique was slightly superior—by data, likely approaching Second-Stage spear realm.

Defeating him remained extremely difficult.

Most would give up—but Lin Qi wouldn’t. The stronger the opponent, the more excited he became.

“I can win.”

His gaze sharpened; his spear technique shifted, his aura transforming invisibly.

“Shhh~”

His figure moved—suddenly, he became lightning itself, surging toward the examinee.

His spear swung faster and faster; his entire aura underwent a profound change.

The examinee, running his program, detected Lin Qi’s shift and launched his own attack.

His eyes narrowed, tendons bulging on his arm, his spear thrust forward at blinding speed—like a raging torrent in a storm-tossed sea.

At that moment, his body displayed astonishing coordination, converting forward momentum into spear thrusting power.

“Swish-swish~~”

The spear pierced the air, tearing through it with a shrill whistle.

The killing technique of the Mountain-Crushing Spear Art—Crashing Wave Thrust!

Candidate No. 7, caught off guard by the sudden powerful strike, had no time to react.

He could only swing his spear, raising a horizontal guard in defense.

“Clang-clang~”

“Puff!”

The two clashed in the center of the arena, their spears meeting— in an instant, the force shattered Candidate No. 7’s spear.

The spear shot forth like a dragon, piercing violently through Candidate No. 7’s chest, blood spurting wildly.

【Candidate No. 7 is dead!】

【You fought a formidable opponent; proficiency in Mountain-Crushing Spear Art increased, Spear Art +1%】

【You engaged in intense combat; proficiency in Body Movement increased, Body Movement +2%】

【Spear Art: First Stage 91% → 92%】

【Body Movement: First Stage 85% → 87%】

……

Lin Qi stood still, withdrew his spear, savoring the feeling of just now.

“Using a killing technique in actual combat for the first time—this feeling is truly extraordinary.”

Over nearly half a month, his progress had been rapid; his spear art had improved dramatically, even allowing him to master the first killing technique of the Mountain-Crushing Spear Art.

“Next, let’s see how strong Candidate No. 8 is.”

Lin Qi’s gaze sharpened, locking onto Candidate No. 8 who appeared across from him.

……

(End of Chapter)