Of course, these matters were beyond Ye Luo’s ability to change. Such were the rules of the Martial Realm—perhaps no one could defy them!

Ye Luo continued searching, and before long, he found something extremely beneficial to him for the current situation.

This place was specifically designated for storing various alchemy techniques, and naturally, it also contained some rare and peculiar secret techniques.

Alchemists were already scarce in the Martial Realm, so the books stored here were not many, but each one was a treasure and immensely useful to Ye Luo. 𝗳𝚛𝚎𝚎𝘄𝕖𝕓𝕟𝕠𝚟𝚎𝕝.𝗰𝕠𝐦

Moreover, within the Martial Realm, alchemist schools were diverse. Some alchemists focused solely on alchemy, cultivating techniques that facilitated refining pills. However, there were others who practiced supplemental methods instead. These individuals took treating illnesses and saving lives as their primary responsibility, pursuing the Medical Path as their Dao!

Such people were called Medical Pill Masters or simply Healers, and they were even rarer in the Martial Realm.

The Martial Realm rarely encountered epidemics, but whenever they happened, they were invariably terrifying beyond imagination.

One of the reasons for the scarcity of Medical Pill Masters was their notoriously short lifespans—far shorter than those of other professions!

Nonetheless, every Medical Pill Master was unquestionably a respected figure.

At this moment, Ye Luo was holding a secret manual titled "Reviving Needle Technique" in his hand!

The Reviving Needle Technique had a storied origin. Records indicated this needle technique had been independently created by a Medical Pill Master, who reportedly saved an uncountable number of lives using it!

Unfortunately, a devastating, inexplicable epidemic not only claimed the lives of tens of thousands in a border town but also took the life of this Medical Pill Master.

Before their death, unwilling for their life’s work to be lost to history, the Medical Pill Master handed the Reviving Needle Technique to the Royal Academy. Alas, it had sat there for centuries, largely ignored.

Ye Luo knew this was precisely what he needed. His Gui Men Thirteen Needles had long since lost their edge, but if he could combine them with the Reviving Needle Technique, Ye Luo was certain he could revive the glorious art of acupuncture!

The main reason others ignored this technique was none other than the perception that its cultivation technique offered little utility. Additionally, learning it was extremely difficult without foundational knowledge of acupuncture.

Ye Luo, however, was different. For him, this was no issue at all. Ye Luo had solid acupuncture skills and had always considered himself a true doctor.

Thus, the Reviving Needle Technique was an ideal match for Ye Luo.

Initially, Ye Luo assumed learning the Reviving Needle Technique would require an enormous contribution to the academy. To his surprise, it only cost a thousand points!

Additionally, Ye Luo, being a Prince, enjoyed half-price privileges for any cultivation techniques exchanged at the Royal Academy!

Every new student entering the Royal Academy was given two thousand points to encourage them to choose a suitable cultivation technique for their initial training.

In other words, Ye Luo could fully exchange for the Reviving Needle Technique and still have points left over.

Since that was the case, Ye Luo had no reason to hesitate.

Without delay, he opened his bracelet interface and entered the Royal Academy’s internal trading platform to complete the exchange.

A moment later, a library attendant approached Ye Luo.

"Greetings, Your Highness. Here is the cultivation technique you exchanged for. Please confirm receipt."

The library didn’t only house Ye Luo; in fact, many people had noticed him from the moment he entered.

However, due to Ye Luo’s unique status, no one dared approach him for a casual conversation.

At this moment, the crowd noticed Ye Luo exchanging for a cultivation technique and couldn’t help but feel curious, wondering which technique he had chosen.

Even the library attendant was filled with curiosity. In his mind, Ye Luo, as a Prince, must have chosen an extraordinary technique—but unfortunately, he couldn’t see which one.

Naturally, Ye Luo had no intention of explaining. He simply accepted the wooden box and headed toward a private chamber.

The library contained specialized chambers for students to study techniques. Each chamber was equipped with a Spirit Gathering Array, making them not freely accessible.

Nevertheless, Ye Luo wouldn’t concern himself with the cost of using a private chamber.

Once inside the chamber, Ye Luo couldn’t wait to open the wooden box.

Inside the box lay a jade talisman, quietly resting. Ye Luo understood this was not the original talisman, but he didn’t mind. For Ye Luo, anything that could enhance his strength was sufficient—it didn’t have to be unique.

The Reviving Needle worked by stimulating the body’s potential, allowing one to temporarily exceed their usual physical limits, rapidly restoring both spiritual power and stamina without causing any negative aftereffects!

The Reviving Needle Technique consisted of only three needles, but these were truly three sets of techniques rather than merely three individual needles...

For a moment, Ye Luo was utterly engrossed in studying it.

Using the Reviving Needle’s formation-driven approach to acupuncture, Ye Luo began integrating it with his existing Gui Men Thirteen Needles, his brows knit tightly in concentration.

Each needle of the Gui Men Thirteen Needles served a distinct purpose; the thirteenth needle was known for its miraculous ability to bring people back from the brink of death.

However, the Gui Men Thirteen Needles were designed for singular, independent application.

In contrast, the Reviving Needle Technique employed formation-driven acupuncture, targeting enhanced physical attributes, augmented divine sense, and strengthened soul intensity!

Could these two techniques be synthesized into one?

Ye Luo continuously pondered, repeatedly hypothesized, and overturned his assumptions, then started the cycle anew.

Unbeknownst to him, Ye Luo had spent three full days silently meditating inside the chamber.

For three days, Ye Luo remained wholly focused, absorbed in his thoughts.

Suddenly, Ye Luo’s expression, unchanged until now, lit up with delighted surprise!

"I’ve done it!"

Ye Luo shouted with excitement, having successfully integrated the Reviving Needle Technique with the Gui Men Thirteen Needles!

His joy was boundless. Ye Luo realized that, from this moment on, the Gui Men Thirteen Needles were no longer limited to merely treating illnesses; they could now be used in combat!

Enhanced physical potential, empowered divine sense, heightened soul intensity—these effects provided a means to augment one’s strength during battle. Unfortunately, the Reviving Needle’s creator had been too preoccupied with the Medical Path and overlooked its combat applications.

Now, by merging the Reviving Needle Technique into the Gui Men Thirteen Needles, Ye Luo had unlocked its full potential!

"Not enough, not enough, still not enough. The Gui Men Thirteen Needles can still be improved. No, I must find additional needle-based cultivation techniques or other methods to further strengthen the Gui Men Thirteen Needles!"