Chapter 157: It Doesn't Matter, I'll Step In

The proctor patted his head and said, "That's a problem; this exam hall doesn't have the higher‑grade blood needle prepared. If we have to fetch one from elsewhere, it'll waste a lot of time…."

Lu Jing was speechless; does one really not do a bit more preparation for such an important exam?

Looking at the long line behind him, Lu Jing said helplessly, "I'll make a small cut on my finger with a knife; you hurry up."

After speaking, he drew the Thousand‑Blade Demon Sword from his waist.

He brought the blade close to his finger, instantly feeling a strong chill, and the next moment a drop of pale‑golden blood appeared on the finger.

This is the change that occurs after cultivating the Immovable King Sutra.

"Quick, quickly extract that drop of blood!"

The proctor quickly urged.

"Alright!"

The girl controlled the blood needle and sucked the blood droplet in.

Soon, the Blood Qi tester displayed the result.

"The result is out: Blood Qi value 110.8 cards…"

"What?!"

"Is this the Blood Qi a high‑school student can have?"

The proctor and nearby staff all jumped in shock, rushing forward to check.

In the end they confirmed the accuracy of the result.

The current top of the top‑hundred list has only about 90 cards of Blood Qi, yet this teenager surged straight to 110 cards!

By this Blood Qi value, Lu Jing is just one step away from becoming a Sixth‑Realm Warrior!

He is only forty cards short of the Grandmaster level!

The proctor swallowed, eyes wide as he stared at Lu Jing.

What kind of monster is this teenager?

A student's Blood Qi is surprisingly far higher than that of the proctor.

The students queued behind were also stunned.

"Is this even a human?!"

"My Blood Qi seems only a fraction of his…"

"Lu Jing is terrifying; I recall he wasn't this strong before?"

"The top‑hundred list should be updated; Lu Jing has successfully reclaimed first place for our Huaguo!"

As Lu Jing's data uploaded, the former top of the list, Zhu Xia Yilang, was instantly pushed down.

【Name: Lu Jing】

【Age: 18】

【Blood Qi: 110.8 cards】

【Rank: First!】

Boom—

When Lu Jing's name appeared, tens of billions of people were first stunned, then erupted in unprecedented cheers!

"Look, Lu Jing took first place back!"

"He crushed that kid from Fuji Nation by over 20 cards of Blood Qi, awesome!"

"What kind of deity is Lu Jing, reaching such a realm!"

"I know him; he's from Anwu City, this year's Dragon Imperial New Star!"

"Where is Anwu City? I've never heard of it, and what is the Dragon Imperial New Star?"

This year's martial exam differs from previous years; the past top‑hundred list was almost all nationals, but now the top ten are occupied by five foreigners.

Fortunately Lu Jing's dominant rise set an unprecedented 110.8‑card Blood Qi, breaking the record.

At the same time.

In the highest Huaguo authority's emergency conference room.

Countless people stared anxiously at the big screen.

Situjun was also present, and when he saw Lu Jing top the list, his expression was extremely shocked.

He then showed a relieved smile and let out a long sigh.

"This kid's strength exceeds what I expected; my Dragon Blood and Phoenix Marrow were not wasted!"

The tense atmosphere in the conference room instantly vanished.

A deep, resonant voice from the chief's seat said, "There is no fear; I am Huaguo's Dragon Imperial New Star, talent like a demon, a dragon among men!"

"Who dares say Huaguo has no successors? Lu Jing's emergence has slapped those people hard!"

"Hahaha, Situjun, you did well; this time you were appointed chief instructor of the Dragon Imperial New Star, and you truly cultivated a real dragon!"

Situjun heard this, rose and laughed, "You flatter me; this is merely my duty, within my ability…"

Situjun knew in his heart that Lu Jing's current achievement was mainly thanks to himself.

The Dragon Blood and Phoenix Marrow only gave Lu Jing a slight aid.

The chief spoke again, "You are too modest; regardless, this time you performed splendidly. If tomorrow Lu Jing can sweep the talents of all nations and claim the Martial Top Scholar title, the army will award you a great merit!"

"When the martial exam ends, you can cultivate in peace; once you break through the next realm early, ask for any help you need, the army will fully support you."

Situjun felt a shock in his heart, quickly expressed thanks, his mood lingering unsettled.

He didn't expect that because of Lu Jing, he now had a chance to advance further in the Martial Lord realm!

Elsewhere.

Eagle Nation and Fuji Nation, upon seeing Lu Jing top the list, found the situation instantly turned against them.

One minute ago they were still mocking Huaguo people online about the top spot.

In the blink of an eye, the geniuses of their own country were left far behind by Lu Jing.

That made them lose their composure outright.

The cheating nationals, who never had any competitive spirit, shouted online, "Impossible, absolutely impossible!"

"It must be an inside job, Huaguo people cheated!"

"Yes, they must have cheated; Huaguo didn't want to lose face, so they altered the backend data!"

"How despicable, I demand a rematch!"

Dragon Nation spectators saw the situation turn dramatically and rushed to join the group online.

"They're panicking, they're panicking!"

"Do you think everyone roams around stealing like you?"

"There will be a real combat test later; don't get your face swollen!"

As time passed, all of Huaguo's examinees completed the Blood Qi test one by one.

The top‑hundred list was officially sealed, and Lu Jing still firmly held the first place.

【First place: Lu Jing, Blood Qi 110.8k】

【Second place: Ni Shang Shana, Blood Qi 95k】

【Third place: Zhu Xia Yi Lang, Blood Qi 89.02k】

【Fourth place: Si Kong Jian, Blood Qi 85.72k】

【Fifth place: Zhang Baichuan, Blood Qi 83.01k】

Among the top five, three are from Huaguo, two are foreigners—one from Bos Country, one from Fuji Country.

Si Kong Jian and Zhang Baichuan come from the renowned Martial Way family.

Anwu City.

Inside the arena.

Lu Jing had just stepped out of the testing room when a crowd surrounded him.

Both young participants of the martial exam and staff who had proctored it gathered, all having come because of his fame.

"Lu Jing, you're amazing, you're my idol!"

"Can I have an autograph?"

"Eek eek eek, he smiled at me, so handsome! I'm dying!"

Lu Jing felt a bit overwhelmed; he gathered his spiritual energy around himself, forming a transparent protective shield.

"Sorry, excuse me!"

With the shield's help, no one could touch him, and he finally pushed his way out of the crowd.

After today, not only Anwu City but most of Huaguo will remember Lu Jing's name.