I Pick up a Lost Godhood

Chapter 320 - 305: What a Simple Kid

Lv Yuantian squinted. He had seen many proud and lofty elites from various Sects, but those who possessed such talent yet could still act like a rogue were few and far between.

"Wang Meng, you’ve been at the Cultivation Academy for some time now. You must know that surviving here isn’t easy. I’ve heard that the Holy Hall and the Ten Thousand Demons Sect are at a critical juncture in their struggle, and moreover, that you want to establish a faction."

Wang Meng’s heart leaped in alarm. When Shan Lin had told him to come here, Wang Meng had felt a bit apprehensive. In his current situation, it should have been impossible for him to attract the attention of a major figure like Lv Yuantian. Disputes like the one between the Holy Hall and the Ten Thousand Demons Sect had played out countless times at the Cultivation Academy, especially between such low-level Sects. Unless... his identity in the Battle Space had aroused suspicion.

"Dean, what is your guidance?" Wang Meng truly didn’t know what Lv Yuantian was getting at. He desperately wanted to probe with his Divine Sense, but he didn’t dare. The man before him was as unfathomable as an Abyss; trying any petty tricks would be like shooting himself in the foot.

"Are you aware of the anonymous expert who recently appeared in the Battle Space?"

Wang Meng was startled but his expression remained unchanged. "I am."

"Heh heh, I need this person to fight for me, to continuously challenge some formidable powerhouses."

Lv Yuantian said with a faint smile.

Wang Meng didn’t know what the man truly wanted. The Battle Space and Star Ring were both vast Array Techniques from the Star Alliance. Lv Yuantian was a man in power, and from the looks of it, he seemed certain that Wang Meng was the Master but hadn’t stated it outright.

Without hesitation, Wang Meng had already formulated a plan.

"Dean, if I were the Master, I’m afraid I wouldn’t be too willing to do that. Challenging powerhouses comes with immense pressure. And a public broadcast to the entire academy like last time would create countless enemies. It’s not a wise move."

Wang Meng was also all smiles, as if he were talking about something that had nothing to do with him.

Ever since the last public broadcast, Wang Meng had been forced to stop fighting in the Battle Space. Even if he were to fight, he was prepared to use his real identity to improve his win rate. He had originally just wanted to use the opportunity to hone his Magic without any strings attached, but things had reached a point where it was no longer a good thing. The Cultivation Academy was full of hidden masters. Acting so ostentatiously, while sensational, would inevitably attract jealousy. Even Wang Meng himself felt that this kind of fighting was too much like grandstanding.

"Exactly. That’s why I’ve brought you here to discuss it. I need this person to step up and do this."

"Oh? And what is it you mean, Dean?"

"I will arrange for some experts. Every battle will be open for the academy to watch. It is definitely a good opportunity to be in the spotlight."

"I’m afraid it’s also a good opportunity to get killed. Dean, the academy is full of masters. Why look for him? The likes of the Dragon King, the Empress, and the Celestial King are all top-tier experts." Wang Meng gave a bitter smile.

"The effect of them standing there is completely different from the effect of this person." Lv Yuantian still spoke with a faint smile and a consultative tone.

"Can I refuse?" Wang Meng asked.

"What do you think?" Lv Yuantian said unhurriedly.

"Dean, since we’re ’discussing’ this, can you offer some incentive? That way, even if I have to sacrifice myself for you, Dean, at least I’ll be doing it willingly. You’re a big shot, after all."

Wang Meng said this, but in truth, the moment Lv Yuantian had summoned him, he knew he had no way out. No matter what the man wanted, he had to see it through.

Wang Meng had always been one to accept his fate. Since he couldn’t refuse the current situation, he might as well go all out.

"Haha, you’ve got guts, kid, daring to state your conditions to me. Speak, but don’t be too greedy." Lv Yuantian naturally hoped the other party would do this willingly—otherwise, why go to all this trouble? But he detested people who were excessively greedy.

"Dean, this disciple has been destitute lately. The expenses at the academy are just too high; I can’t even afford to practice my Cultivation Techniques. Do you have something like a free pass?" Wang Meng said cautiously.

Lv Yuantian was stunned for a long moment. He never would have expected Wang Meng to make such a request. It was just too... simple and down-to-earth.

"Ahem, that’s no problem. I’ll grant your Star Ring special privileges. But you must remember, only victory will allow them to continue. The moment you fail, you will lose everything!"

"Heh heh, a pleasure doing business with you, Dean."

Lv Yuantian’s Star Ring opened, and a ray of light shot into Wang Meng’s Star Ring.

Only after Wang Meng had left did Shan Lin walk in.

"Sir, what do you think of this boy?" Shan Lin asked respectfully.

"Right now, I have three cards on the table. He could very well become my hidden card. No, he could be my ace!"

Shan Lin noticed that the Dean was very happy—a genuine, heartfelt joy, completely different from his usual formal smiles.

But Shan Lin hadn’t expected the Dean to give Wang Meng such a high evaluation.

"You may leave. Keep a close eye on him."

"As you command, Sir."

Lv Yuantian stood with his hands behind his back, his eyes radiating light. He looked perfectly normal, which was, in fact, the most abnormal thing of all.

Never before had a disciple been able to chat and laugh so freely with a Great Perfection expert, completely unaffected by their aura.

’Perhaps this kid really can become my ace.’

On the way back, Wang Meng’s expression was grave. He wasn’t worried about his Five Elements Body being discovered. For the Star Alliance, that might even be a good thing; according to their methods, someone with his constitution would definitely be in the recruitment pool.

What Wang Meng worried about was his Godhood. To any Cultivator, especially the powerful ones, a Godhood was an irresistible, ultimate treasure.

’Unless it’s absolutely necessary, I cannot use the power of the Godhood. Possessing a treasure invites disaster.’

However, during his conversation with Lv Yuantian, he seemed to sense that the man had noticed something, but wasn’t sure what.

The existence of a Godhood was something that even a Great Perfection expert like Lv Yuantian couldn’t comprehend. He could sense that Wang Meng was extraordinary, but it was only a feeling. As long as Wang Meng didn’t act as recklessly as he did against the Mad Sword Sect, even a Great Perfection master wouldn’t be able to discover the rare treasure he carried.

Although he didn’t know the Dean’s ultimate goal, for now, the situation was to his advantage. Wang Meng arrived at the Fire Gate; he needed to obtain a more advanced Cultivation Technique from here.

Entering the Fire Gate again required a payment of one thousand Top-Grade Spirit Stones. As he approached, his Star Ring flashed as it interfaced with the array. Wang Meng was still a little worried. ’What if that old fox was just bluffing? That would be bad. I don’t have that many Spirit Stones in my pocket.’

As the light from the array made contact with his Star Ring, the Star Ring flickered with a blue light. The resistance on Wang Meng’s body vanished, and he passed smoothly through the Fire Gate.

’Looks like the Dean wasn’t joking after all.’ This was undoubtedly great news for Wang Meng.

Making a full circuit of the Five Elements Sect took Wang Meng an entire day, but he obtained a new Cultivation Technique. His Five Elements Body began to circulate the Five Elements Technique. There were pros and cons: breakthroughs were difficult, but from what he’d seen so far, each one brought an explosive leap in power. The new Cultivation Technique was an advanced version of the previous one. With the experience of advancing the Five Elements Technique twice now, Wang Meng had gained many new insights. He pondered it as he walked, and was already starting to get a feel for it.

Over the next few days, Wang Meng spent most of his time familiarizing himself with the advanced Five Elements Magic, doing his best to integrate the five Cultivation Techniques and form the third stage of the Five Elements Technique.

Of course, there’s no such thing as a free lunch. Having received the Dean’s benefits, it was time to get to work.

The Master issued a challenge in the Battle Space. The opponent was provided by the Dean. Last time, he had defeated Ge Mang; this time, the target was Zhen Wu from the Dragon King Faction.

Zhen Wu, an expert from the Dragon King Faction, was ranked in the top ten between the Thirtieth and Fortieth Layers. He was a formidable Body Cultivator.

Seeing this opponent, Wang Meng actually breathed a sigh of relief. This guy was fierce, but still within the realm of someone he could fight. If "Old Demon Lv" had picked someone even stronger, he’d be crying without tears.

Wang Meng’s only job was to issue the challenge. The one being challenged basically had no choice but to accept.

The "Master’s" challenge once again stirred up a frenzy in the Cultivation Academy. The news spread like wildfire. After defeating Ge Mang of the Empress Faction, the Master had "rested" for a while, and his new opponent was Zhen Wu.

Zhen Wu and Ge Mang were on the same level, but they were completely different types of opponents. Ge Mang was a Sword Cultivator; while ferocious, the ferocity of a Sword Cultivator was a completely different matter from that of a Power Cultivator. And Zhen Wu was definitely a domineering Power Cultivator who prioritized offense.

And this was something a Power Cultivator would absolutely not tolerate. Zhen Wu had already issued a battle declaration, vowing to crush the Master.

It had always been difficult to determine which of the three major factions was superior. If Zhen Wu could win, it would naturally boost the prestige of the Dragon King Faction.

Zhen Wu would not and could not back down. Similarly, Zhen Wu also made a vow to fight his opponent using Elemental Power of the same tier.

After all, Ge Mang had set a precedent. If he, with his Thirty-Eighth Layer Elemental Power, were to defeat a kid at the Twenty Layers, it would be a greater humiliation for someone of his status. Moreover, this was a public Magical Combat for the whole academy to see. It wasn’t just about winning or losing; it concerned his personal honor and the prestige of the Dragon King Faction.

The battle was scheduled for seven days after Zhen Wu received the challenge.

Wang Meng was busy cultivating the Five Elements Technique and also preparing to establish a faction. He’d already decided on a name: since he was from the Holy Hall, the faction’s name would also be Holy Hall.

The three of them—Wang Meng, Ma Tian’Er, and Fan Hong—arrived at the Hundred Battles Pavilion. Fan Hong’s face was flushed with excitement. "There are three main requirements to establish a faction. First, you have to pay a certain amount of Spirit Stones, usually five thousand Top-Grade Spirit Stones. Second, you have to complete a mission. And third, you need to have ten or more members."

Five thousand Spirit Stones. If they pooled their resources, with Wang Meng having some left over and with the strong support of their main backer, Fan Hong, it would be a tight squeeze, but they had enough. As for the other two requirements, they could take their time and tackle them one by one.

They saw the Hundred Battles Pavilion Steward’s zombie-like face again. They’d been at the Cultivation Academy for a while now, but that Steward’s face was as unpleasant as ever.

"We’re here to go through the procedures for creating a faction," Fan Hong said.

The Hundred Battles Pavilion Steward gave the three of them a cool glance. "Ten thousand Top-Grade Spirit Stones."

The three of them froze. Fan Hong grew anxious. "Isn’t it five thousand? When did the price go up? Are you kidding me!"

The Hundred Battles Pavilion Steward remained calm. "Is there anything else? If not, feel free to leave."

He didn’t haggle or explain, his face still a blank mask. He turned as if to leave.

Fan Hong was in a difficult position. A little over five thousand, he could have managed. But ten thousand was just too much. (To be continued. If you like this work, you are welcome to come to Qidian (qidian.com) to vote for recommendation and monthly tickets. Your support is my greatest motivation.)