Urban Extraordinary Immortal Doctor-Chapter 1029: The Devoted Fist Technique

Within Lingtian Hall, silence reigned so profound one could hear a pin drop; over a dozen high-ranking members of the Martial Academy held their breaths and focused their energies, quietly watching Fang Bai furiously penning away, fearful of interrupting his contemplation.

Zhuang Zhi’s eyes were glued to the sheet of paper beneath Fang Bai’s pen, his Adam’s apple bobbing, his gaze betraying a barely perceptible fervor and greed.

Lei Li’s eyes narrowed slightly, his gaze flitting ceaselessly between Fang Bai and the paper, occasionally a streak of intimidating sharpness flashed through; although he maintained a calm exterior, waves surged in his heart, but what he truly thought, only he knew.

"Finished!"

After writing the last character, Fang Bai tossed the paper aside and exhaled softly, intently reviewing the Furious Flame Fist technique he had written down, a trace of a smile appearing on his lips.

In his previous life, Fang Bai was an extraordinary talent, having invented the Fire System Martial Arts technique known as Furious Flame Fist; if executed at the peak of his strength, it could burn the heavens and devastate the earth, swallowing rivers and seas, its power boundless.

Yet now, the Furious Flame Fist technique written by Fang Bai was a greatly simplified version; even if one fully comprehended it, the power it wielded when executed was only equivalent to the Desolate Level Martial Arts; compared to the true Furious Flame Fist, it was simply incomparable.

However, even the significantly weakened Furious Flame Fist was still a priceless treasure to the upper echelons of Bitao Martial Academy.

Ren Jingbo and others, filled with excitement, gathered around the Furious Flame Fist technique penned by Fang Bai, their eyes wide, concentrating intently on the text.

Ren Jingbo and the others were all Desolate Level Martial Artists, with exceptional vision; they could see at a glance the breadth and depth of the technique Fang Bai had written, its power remarkable; even among the Desolate Level Martial Arts, it could be considered top-tier.

"This really is Desolate Level Martial Arts!"

"Furious Flame Fist... such a domineering name!"

"This technique is vast and profound, there are many parts I actually can’t understand..."

"What a pity, I don’t cultivate the Fire System Martial Arts, otherwise studying this Furious Flame Fist could perhaps take my strength to a new level!"

"Elder Ge, you’re in luck!"

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After seeing the Furious Flame Fist written by Fang Bai, some expressed endless admiration, others wore looks of regret, and yet others were overwhelmed with excitement.

"Kid Fang Bai, you’re my lucky star!"

Ge Feng had always been a composed and stable person, but after seeing the Furious Flame Fist penned by Fang Bai, his emotions seemed unusually exuberant.

Ge Feng practiced Fire System Martial Arts as well, but the technique he had been cultivating was an inheritance of Bitao Martial Academy and paled in comparison to the Furious Flame Fist before him, though both were of the Desolate Level category.

Ge Feng had long reached a bottleneck in his Cultivation Level, unable to break through; he had thought he would be stuck here for life. Although he carried himself with outward nonchalance, there was always a hint of melancholy within.

However, upon seeing the Furious Flame Fist written by Fang Bai, Ge Feng’s tranquil heart was stirred once again, revealing a glimpse of hope for advancement.

In Ge Feng’s eyes, although the text of Furious Flame Fist was not long, every word and sentence contained extremely profound essences of Martial Arts Techniques. If he practiced it himself, given time, his strength could very well achieve a new breakthrough.

Although Furious Flame Fist would later be kept in the Classics Hall of Bitao Martial Academy for close protection, as one of the high-ranking officials of the Martial Academy, he could peruse it at any time.

"This Martial Art is most suitable for Elder Ge to cultivate, so let Elder Ge hold onto it for now! Once Elder Ge has finished researching it, we can then store it in the Classics Hall," Dean Ren said with a smile after casting a glance at an excited Ge Feng.

"But... Doesn’t this seem against the rules?" Lei Li frowned and said, "Since the founding of Bitao Martial Academy, anyone, including past deans, who wishes to consult Martial Arts Techniques has to come to the Classics Hall. If we make an exception for Elder Ge today, and everyone follows suit in the future, what kind of precedent will that set?"

Lei Li, who had managed the Classics Hall for many years and had always been diligent without mistakes, spoke in such a manner that Dean Ren found it hard to rebut, and with a wry smile, said, "Lei Elder, this Fire System technique, within the entire Bitao Martial Academy, currently only Elder Ge is able to cultivate it. If by chance Elder Ge achieves a breakthrough and significantly increases his strength, wouldn’t that be advantageous for our Bitao Martial Academy?"

Situ Min nodded and said, "That’s right, if Elder Ge becomes stronger, the overall strength of our Martial Academy will also grow stronger!"

Tie Xing stood there with a taut face, neither expressing support nor opposition, leaving everyone guessing about his thoughts.

Lei Li continued solemnly, "Without rules, there is no square! Breaking rules leads to chaos! Thus, rules should not be abandoned!"

Seeing Lei Li’s unwavering opinion, Dean Ren, feeling helpless, could only say to Ge Feng, "Lei Elder has a point... for the good of our Martial Academy. Since it’s like this, Elder Ge, please make frequent visits to the Classics Hall to consult."

Even though Lei Li’s words were faultless, Ge Feng could feel a strong sense of jealousy and knew Lei Li was obstructing him because he couldn’t bear to see his strength grow. Ge Feng scoffed at this internally.

Ge Feng sighed deeply, suppressed the displeasure in his heart, and nodded to Dean Ren, saying, "Alright, I’ll follow the Dean’s instructions."

Relieved that no argument had erupted between the two Elders, Dean Ren asked Lei Li to collect Fang Bai’s Furious Flame Fist technique and lock it away in the Classics Hall.

"Fang Bai, by selflessly offering a Desolate Level Martial Arts text, you have contributed greatly to the Academy! On behalf of all the disciples at the Martial Academy, I thank you! Of course, the Academy will not treat you unfairly, and you will be given Cultivation Resources as a reward. Tomorrow, Elder Ge will send someone to deliver the Cultivation Resources you deserve to your residence."

Fang Bai, having offered the Furious Flame Fist technique, did not show even the slightest sign of regret or annoyance. Dean Ren was very pleased by this and his face was filled with smiles.

"Thank you, Dean! Thank you to all the Elders and Stewards!" Fang Bai replied with a light smile, clasping his hands in a salute and bowing slightly to express his gratitude. His humble and respectful demeanor won the favor of the majority of the high-ranking officials of the Martial Academy, who began to praise him for understanding the situation and knowing the greater good.

"As for the second matter... it concerns yourself." Dean Ren’s expression became serious as he spoke to Fang Bai, "Although you are now a Core Disciple, you have outstanding talent and immense potential. Therefore, I and the other high-ranking officials of the Martial Academy have decided to grant you the treatment of a Direct Disciple. You may choose any one of the four Elders or me to guide and explain the Martial Dao to you... Of course, since you have a Dual Attribute Innate Spiritual Root with Wood and Fire attributes, I recommend you choose either Elder Lei or Elder Ge."

Lei Li’s constitution leaned towards the Wood Attribute, and Ge Feng’s leaned towards the Fire Attribute; for Fang Bai, choosing between them would be most suitable.

Ge Feng was very admiring of Fang Bai, and being able to explain and guide him was almost like being a quasi-master. If Fang Bai became successful and famous in the future, it would reflect well on him too.

Therefore, as soon as Dean Ren finished speaking, Ge Feng looked eagerly at Fang Bai, hoping Fang Bai would choose him.