Martial Artist: Stronger by Coasting Along-Chapter 290 - 67: Fame Spreads Far and Wide

Thinking of this, Ming Cheng clenched his fists, today’s humiliation wouldn’t be easily forgotten.

"Sir, you’re too kind. I owe today to the meticulous teaching from Teacher Zhuge, Principal Wang, Teacher Yan, Teacher Deng, and Master Ao among others."

Ling Feng quickly responded.

Upon hearing this, Marquis Zhuge, Wang Dashan, Old Deng, and Ao Dagang all revealed satisfied smiles. They indeed taught Ling Feng, but they all knew Ling Feng’s achievements today were entirely due to his talent in cultivation.

They were most aware of how Ling Feng usually cultivated in front of them.

Thinking of this, the few of them felt quite regretful. If Ling Feng could cultivate seriously like others, without wasting a single moment, perhaps by now he would be a Spiritual Martial Artist, or even have attained the Spiritual Realm.

Maybe during the national examination, he could compete with the geniuses of the third line, or even the second line.

Unfortunately, no one could change Ling Feng’s nature.

Plus, given the weak resources of South City, Ling Feng’s current achievements are actually quite remarkable.

"I will credit them with the merits."

King of North of the River nodded and said.

Marquis Zhuge and others showed great joy; such significant merit meant an enviable cultivation resource subsidy.

"Thank you, Mr. Jiang!"

They expressed their gratitude one after another.

"Ming Cheng, do you accept now?"

King of North of the River asked.

"I accept."

Ming Cheng said, but the depth of his eyes clearly showed he was still unconvinced.

"In the national examination, let Ming Cheng assist Ling Feng and help Ling Feng into the third round."

The Huo Family suddenly said.

Ming Cheng looked at the Huo Family with disbelief, not expecting his master to make such a decision.

"Alright."

King of North of the River nodded, very satisfied with the Huo Family’s approach.

The Huo Family was also helpless.

As one of the top three in Jiangbei Province, the talent displayed by Ling Feng was something he couldn’t ignore.

Initially, before Ling Feng awakened his spiritual power, he did think about having Ming Cheng get some revenge in the future, teaching Ling Feng a lesson to regain some face.

But when Ling Feng awakened his spiritual power, he knew it was no longer possible.

Ling Feng’s talent far exceeded Ming Cheng’s, and his future achievements would exceed even his own.

As the saying goes, it’s better to resolve enmity than create it; the Huo Family understood that clashing with Ling Feng over a win-or-loss situation would offend someone who might be stronger than him in the future, which would make his own life worthless.

After all, it’s just a win or loss; losing face is no big deal.

Thinking of this, the Huo Family remained indifferent.

They proactively suggested Ming Cheng assist Ling Feng and help Ling Feng achieve a good result.

"Third Brother, thank you."

Ao Dagang was overjoyed and quickly said, for those at their realm, it’s easiest to see the current situation clearly.

"Ming Cheng’s skills are not as good as Ling Feng’s. Ling Feng indeed has more hope of entering the second round, even the third round. I’m just doing a favor for the sake of Jiangbei Province."

The Huo Family smiled bitterly.

"No matter what, after the national examination, regardless of Ling Feng’s achievements, South City will not forget Third Brother."

Ao Dagang said respectfully.

"Brothers, we don’t speak formally."

The Huo Family waved it off.

"Thank you."

Ling Feng hurriedly bowed.

An unequal interpersonal crisis finally passed smoothly.

As for Ming Cheng?

At least the Huo Family was not involved, so there was no cause for concern.

Ultimately, Ling Feng achieved first place in the provincial examination and will represent Jiangbei Province in the national examination a month later, bringing glory to Jiangbei Province. The news quickly spread throughout Jiangbei Province, and South City was buzzing for Ling Feng.

"Mom, Ling Feng won."

Chen Duling quickly informed Huang Ling.

Although the Catfish Demon Queen was vanquished, the Great Radiation Zone still contained many alien creatures, not just one type of Catfish Demon King. Huang Ling, Lin Qiying, Yan Fei, and others stayed in South City to prevent unexpected incidents. 𝐟𝕣𝗲𝕖𝕨𝗲𝐛𝗻𝗼𝐯𝗲𝚕.𝗰𝚘𝐦

"I know, he’s really outstanding."

Huang Ling nodded; not only was she aware of Ling Feng’s victory, but she also heard from Huo Guoqiong that Ling Feng’s mental telekinesis level had reached 2.80, soon becoming a level-three Mental Telekinesis Master, a level comparable to hers.

Once at the Ninth Middle School, she predicted Ling Feng’s combat power wouldn’t exceed 30.0, but he consecutively broke various records, stunning everyone around him.

He even became Jiangbei Province’s strongest martial arts student in senior year.

As a Mental Telekinesis Master who once underestimated Ling Feng’s strength, Huang Ling no longer felt awkward but rather looked at the situation calmly, hoping Ling Feng could achieve better results to bring glory to Jiangbei Province and South City, helping them obtain more cultivation resource subsidies from the Seven Great Star Systems Alliance.

Therefore, upon hearing Ling Feng achieved first place, Huang Ling felt only joy, and Chen Duling was full of admiration.

Distance creates beauty.

She no longer harbored jealousy toward Ling Feng.

Soon, Ye Chen, Qiu Kui, Lin Chengfeng, Teng Qingshan, Wu Feiyu, Kang Ning, Ye Xuan, Hu Bin, and even Lai Zhijun, Wu Weiwei, Shari, and the angry little girl quickly received the news of Ling Feng achieving first place in the provincial examination and representing Jiangbei Province in the upcoming national test.

The Future City District was bustling with activity that day.

The Zhang family’s house was crowded, with representatives from various domains coming to congratulate Zhang Lei’s nephew, Ling Feng, as Jiangbei Province’s strongest martial arts student, and the Zhang family’s resources were all rising.

Though they still lived in Future City District, they had moved into the villa area, owning a standalone five-story building equipped with all necessary facilities.

Cultivation Room, Treatment Room, Detection Room, all complete.

Xingyao Group.

"Father, Ling Feng achieved first. Many people say he can help Jiangbei Province advance to the second round."

Zhou Xiaotong entered a luxurious, technologically advanced office.

The office housed a middle-aged man wearing a mech suit.

The middle-aged man lightly pressed his wrist, and the mech suit automatically retracted, turning into a small box.

"He might advance to the third round."

The middle-aged man said.

"What?"

Zhou Xiaotong was caught off guard.

"I just learned from your Uncle Huo that Ling Feng has already awakened his spiritual power, and his Sea of Consciousness Value has reached above 2.80. Furthermore, he’s awakened Intermediate Bloodline Power, the Five Elements Wind Mink."

Zhou Shixun said.

As the controller of Xingyao Group, his combat power was strong, and his social network was vast, even interacting with King of North of the River.

He quickly learned Ling Feng’s relevant information.

"This is... too terrifying!"

Zhou Xiaotong was stunned.

"One day, I will surpass Ling Feng."

Zhou Qiang entered and said.

He had lost an arm in the Catfish Demon Queen’s Nest, but with the help of Xingyao Group’s potions, the arm had regrown.

He had already recovered in recent days, and upon hearing that Ling Feng took first place in the provincial examination and would represent Jiangbei Province in the national test, Zhou Qiang was extremely resentful.

"If you can manage the group well, even if your combat power isn’t as good as Ling Feng’s, the four words ’Xingyao Group’ will grant you unparalleled glory."

Zhou Shixun reminded him.

Facing Zhou Qiang, he was filled with helplessness; due to feeling owed, he excessively indulged Zhou Qiang, cultivating an arrogant and dismissive character in him.

He was always overly confident in many affairs.

"I will surpass Ling Feng in combat power as well. If necessary, I will merge with the mech. The mechs developed by Xingyao Group, once upgraded, can even threaten the Catfish Demon Queen; what is Jiang Feng worth?"

Zhou Qiang said disdainfully.

Zhou Shixun sighed quietly and addressed Zhou Xiaotong, "What position does Ling Feng’s cousin, Zhang Tiesheng, hold in the group?"

"Deputy Director of the Mech Development Department."

Zhou Xiaotong replied.

"Promote him to Deputy Minister, and send him the potion that unlocks the Flesh Phase. Also, congratulate him for his cousin Ling Feng on achieving first place in the provincial examination."

Zhou Shixun said.

"Okay, I’ll handle it right away."

Zhou Xiaotong understood that as long as Zhang Tiesheng remained with Xingyao Group, closely linked to it, the future possibilities with Ling Feng and Xingyao Group are limitless.

"Is it necessary?"

Zhou Qiang still felt the family was too focused on Ling Feng.

"What do you know? Do you know who’s currently hosting Ling Feng?"

Zhou Shixun finally couldn’t help but reprimanded.

"Who?"

Zhou Qiang asked, puzzled.

"Jiangbei Province’s strongest, the only Destruction Mentalist, King of North of the River!"

Zhou Shixun declared emphatically.

"What?"

Zhou Qiang’s expression finally changed. The mere mention of King of North of the River was awe-inspiring, even for Xingyao Group, and this person personally hosting Ling Feng.

(Today is my birthday, I’ll go out for dinner with my wife and children, and I’ll post another Chapter tonight. Thank you for your support!)