7: Chapter 7 Daxia Martial Arts Academy

For a moment, even Ning Jianghe and Hua Tianchi Hua Tianchi, who had weathered countless storms, were at a loss.

Initially, Ning Yuan had only revealed his Star Sacred Bone.

While that would already make him a top-tier prodigy, looking at humanity's long history, other monstrous talents with Saint-level constitutions have indeed been born in recent years.

There is a mature and proven cultivation plan that can be used as a reference.

But now, the situation is completely different.

Ning Yuan's performance has far exceeded the scope of a 'prodigy'; even the term 'Prodigy' seems inadequate to describe him.

Therefore, his cultivation requires even more caution and deliberation.

"How about... we stick to the original plan and send Yuaner to the Xuanhuang Supreme Academy?" Ning Dashan cautiously suggested.

The Xuanhuang Supreme Academy, humanity's number one martial sacred ground, gathers the Federation's most elite resources and teaching staff.

Countless prodigies and Prodigys compete and grow there, with Martial Emperors personally serving as mentors, and occasionally even Hua Tianchis come to give lectures.

Although the Ning family's resources are already vast, some treasures related to the entire race's destiny can only be accessed within the academy.

"No!"

Upon hearing this, Hua Qingyue Hua Qingyue immediately and resolutely objected.

"The commotion Yuaner caused during his cultivation earlier was simply too great. Now, all the myriad races are watching closely and will definitely try every means to continue their investigation."

A flash of coldness passed through her beautiful eyes.

"If they find out that the phenomenon wasn't caused by some treasure, but by Yuaner's constitution undergoing a second awakening, those alien races would likely spare no cost to eliminate him in his cradle!"

Upon hearing this, everyone's expressions turned grave.

This was by no means an exaggeration.

A Star Sacred Bone is certainly a huge threat, but at most, it would mean humanity gaining another future Hua Tianchi—still within an acceptable range.

After all, humanity has produced several monstrous talents with similar aptitudes in recent years.

But the potential Ning Yuan has now displayed is completely different.

This almost certainly indicates a divine constitution surpassing the Saint-level!

In the future, there is a great possibility he could ascend to become the strongest among the myriad races!

Surpassing the Hua Tianchi!

Those alien races that harbor deadly intentions towards humanity would never sit back and watch such an existence grow unimpeded.

Bai Xiuning Bai Xiuning also nodded in agreement.

"Qingyue is right. Although the Xuanhuang Supreme Academy is heavily guarded, it's not absolutely safe. There's no guarantee there aren't spies planted by alien races within."

"Once Yuaner's identity is exposed, it would be extremely dangerous."

"Especially the top three races, like the Golden God Clan and the Netherworld Race... They would definitely act, even going so far as to dispatch Saint-level experts for assassination, even if it risks triggering a full-scale war between the races!"

Hua Tianchi Hua Tianchi spoke in a deep voice, his tone carrying an unquestionable authority.

"Then I will personally instruct Yuaner! With me watching, I'd like to see who dares to touch a single hair on my Grandson's head! As for teaching, I certainly won't be worse than those fellows at the Xuanhuang Supreme Academy!"

Upon hearing this, Bai Xiuning's eyes lit up with joy.

However, Ning Jianghe shook his head, rejecting this proposal.

"Not advisable. Old Hua, neither of us is suitable."

Everyone looked at him, puzzled.

"You and I are stationed at the Star Pass year-round and cannot leave for extended periods. Plus, with this recent commotion, the eyes of the myriad races are surely fixed on us. If you personally instruct Yuaner, wouldn't that be like admitting without being asked, actively telling others that the phenomenon is related to our Ning family's prodigy?"

"That would completely expose Yuaner instead."

Hearing this, Hua Tianchi couldn't help but sigh helplessly.

That was the truth.

Ning Jianghe pondered for a moment, then proposed a compromise.

"How about this: let my eldest disciple, Li Yancheng, instruct Yuaner. He has been at the Martial Emperor realm for a long time, is experienced, and steady enough."

This was the current second-best option.

To instruct Ning Yuan, the best choice would naturally be a Hua Tianchi.

But Hua Tianchis attract too much attention, easily drawing unnecessary scrutiny.

The next best option, choosing a seasoned Martial Emperor, could achieve a relative balance between safety and cultivation efficiency.

Ning Yuan listened quietly from beginning to end, without interrupting.

In a major matter concerning his life and safety, following the arrangements of his elders was undoubtedly the most prudent choice.

He wasn't the type of reckless youth who, ignorant of his own limits, insisted on defying the whole world.

Before his wings were fully grown, keeping a low profile and developing steadily was the way to go.

A thousand years ago, there was a human prodigy who reached the limit of 9.5 million jin in the Qi and Blood Realm, only to be found and forcibly assassinated by a Netherworld Race Emperor-level expert, thus perishing.

The lesson from that past mistake was still clear before their eyes.

Ning Yuan was just about to nod in agreement with his grandfather's arrangement.

Suddenly, the system's voice rang out in his mind.

[Congratulations, Host! Through your own unremitting efforts, you have finally managed to raise your cultivation to the limit of a Primary Martial Artist before the end of the three-day explosive period, barely reaching the entry threshold for a galactic-level genius!]

[But please remember, Host, do not become complacent because of this. A tenfold aptitude bonus is nothing more than a roadside weed in the face of a true Prodigy! Please remember your identity as trash and continue to strive hard, tempering yourself and moving forward!]

[Now releasing the main quest: Join the Great Xia Martial Academy!]

[Note: The Great Xia Martial Academy is the strongest academy on humanity's ancestral planet. Countless geniuses are breaking their heads trying to get in. With your current strength and aptitude, you are still far from qualified. This system suggests you could try starting with the position of library administrator. According to rumors, that position is currently hiring.]

Ning Yuan's eyes instantly lit up.

A quest, another one!

The words on the tip of his tongue were immediately swallowed back.

Seeing her Grandson remain silent, Bai Xiuning asked softly:

"Yuaner, do you have any thoughts of your own in mind?"

Hearing this, Ning Yuan revealed a brilliant smile on his face.

"I think going to the Great Xia Martial Academy is a good choice."

Everyone was stunned.

Ning Yuan had already prepared his speech in his mind and spoke eloquently.

"Our humanity rose from the ancestral planet. To me, that place holds extraordinary significance. Moreover, my constitution is special; I don't actually need much step-by-step instruction, but rather more diverse experiences. If I always stay at home, sheltered by my elders, I'll forever remain a flower in a greenhouse."

Ning Dashan was just about to voice his opposition.

In his view, although the ancestral planet was humanity's birthplace, it had long since declined. Nowadays, it held more symbolic significance, and its cultivation environment and resources were far inferior to those of the Xuanhuang Star Domain.

For a prodigy to rise, he cannot only consider safety.

Tempering is necessary.

If absolute safety were the only goal, wouldn't dumping him on some backwater planet be even better?

However, Ning Jianghe and Hua Tianchi exchanged a glance, and their eyes simultaneously lit up.

The two Hua Tianchis both clapped their hands and laughed heartily.

"Hahaha, my Grandson is still the clever one!"

Everyone looked at Ning Jianghe, puzzled.

Ning Jianghe smiled and said, "Yuaner's choice is indeed the best way to break the current deadlock."

"There are three benefits."

"First, it perfectly distances him from the current trouble center of the Xuanhuang Star Domain. Right now, the vast majority of the myriad races' attention is focused here. Yuaner going to the ancestral planet would actually be the safest."

"Second, the Federation has had the intention of revitalizing the ancestral planet in recent years, with the Great Xia Martial Academy being a key target of support. Qingyue, you should know many rare resources have been sent there. Moreover, there are also several veteran Martial Emperors stationed there. Yuaner's cultivation will definitely not be a problem. As for overall guidance, with Old Hua and me here, it's more than enough."

"Third, the ancestral planet is our humanity's birthplace. It's far from as simple as you think. Many of the ultimate treasures and secret techniques the Federation has excavated in recent years come from the ancient ruins on the ancestral planet. Recently, there seem to be new movements there; perhaps a great opportunity is about to emerge. Also, many human prodigies, as well as some alien prodigies, have gone to the Great Xia Martial Academy. Yuaner will definitely not lack opportunities for tempering there."

Hua Tianchi grinned and added:

"Exactly! My good Grandson going there is perfect to suppress those damn alien prodigies and let them know who's the boss!"

After the two Hua Tianchis' analysis, everyone's eyes lit up in sudden understanding.

Bai Xiuning was even more filled with pride.

"It still takes my Grandson to be clever! You all, being Hua Tianchis and Martial Emperors, are so hesitant and indecisive at critical moments, truly useless!"

Hearing this, everyone could only respond with a bitter smile.

Ning Yuan blinked, looking innocent.

Heaven knows, I really didn't think that much!

I just simply wanted to go and milk the system for rewards.