Chapter 51 - 44: Spiritual Energy Revival
Time flowed by silently amidst his quiet Cultivation.
Inside the shelter, the light was constant, making it impossible to tell day from night.
Luo Qian had long since given in, snoring loudly as he hugged his thick copy of *Analysis of Pre-Qin Texts*.
When hunger finally woke him, he groggily pulled out a compressed energy biscuit and took a few bites with a CRUNCH CRUNCH. Rubbing his drowsy eyes, he looked over at Lin Yi and froze completely.
Lin Yi, in the corner, was still in the same cross-legged position he had started in, his posture as straight and still as a pine, utterly motionless.
His breathing was long and subtle, and an indescribable aura of concentration seemed to envelop him, as if he had merged with his surroundings.
Only the faint stir of air caused by the occasional surge of Qi and Blood beneath his skin hinted at the furious circulation of energy within his body.
"Good heavens..." Luo Qian subconsciously swallowed, nearly choking on biscuit crumbs. ’Is Lin... even human?’
He glanced at his watch—it was already 7:30 in the morning!
Lin Yi had been cultivating like a meditating monk for nearly a full day, without eating, drinking, or sleeping!
’How can he even sit still for so long?’
’Is his body made of iron?’
’Isn’t he tired after cultivating for so long?’
’Do top students not need to piss or shit?’
’He’s talented and works this hard... How is anyone else supposed to compete?’
...
「Meanwhile.」
Lin Yi’s Mosquito Avatar was still weaving between the city’s skyscrapers, greedily hunting the monsters born from the Red Moon and converting them into pure Qi and Blood for his main body.
Suddenly!
A silent hum resonated between heaven and earth, yet it seemed to echo in the very soul of every living creature!
In the sky, the unending, blood-red downpour that reeked of iron stopped without any warning!
Immediately after.
The source of this terrifying cataclysm—the Red Moon—had hung high in the Celestial Vault for twenty-four hours, emitting an eerie, scarlet glow. Without any warning, it dimmed and faded. As if erased, it completely vanished before the astonished eyes of billions who looked up in disbelief.
The suffocating, oppressive scarlet canopy that had shrouded the entire Blue Star for a full day and night receded like an ebbing tide!
The terrifying atmosphere that permeated the world instantly melted away.
A sky as clear and blue as if freshly washed reclaimed the view. Long-lost, warm, bright golden sunlight pierced through the thin, lingering red mist, shining down upon the earth!
The change was so fast it was hard to process, leaving one dazed as if just waking from a nightmare.
However, that wasn’t the most astonishing part.
The scene that followed was even more soul-shaking.
The bloody rain, which had lasted for twenty-four hours, had already pooled in the city’s low-lying areas, forming puddles tens of centimeters deep that flooded streets and seeped into buildings.
Now, this viscous, bloody water began to rapidly vaporize at a speed visible to the naked eye!
HISS HISS HISS!
Vast clouds of scarlet mist steamed into the air!
At the same time, all over the city, the mutated monsters that had been roaming and roaring—from the massive Barbaric Beasts to the swift, alien insects—all began to rapidly melt and vaporize!
"AWOO... HISS..."
The monsters’ roars cut off, turning into wails of terror and despair. Their bodies twisted as thick red smoke billowed from them. They rapidly grew transparent and ethereal, finally dissipating completely in the sunlight and gentle breeze!
These monsters, spawned by the Red Moon’s energy and formed from the bloody rain, were, along with the filthy water itself, reverting to their most fundamental Origin energy particles in a way that defied the laws of physics.
The spreading scarlet mist, far from bringing filth, instead made the air of the entire world feel exceptionally fresh and vibrant!
Vast and pure Spiritual Qi Particles scattered, merging with heaven and earth.
At that moment, the concentration of Spiritual Qi on Blue Star once again experienced a significant increase!
In the span of just a few breaths—
The foul, knee-deep bloody water that had covered the city vanished without a trace.
The terrifying monsters that had roamed and wreaked havoc, chilling people to the bone, were gone without a trace.
The apocalyptic scene from yesterday was like a dream that had never happened.
The Red Moon disaster... was over!
...
The bloody haze that had enveloped the world completely dissipated.
The long-absent blue sky and white clouds once again became the dominant theme.
The Mosquito Avatar hovered dazedly in mid-air, watching as the monster before it vaporized and disappeared.
’It’s over...’
Lin Yi’s main consciousness, sharing the avatar’s vision, felt not the relief of a survivor, but a deep sense of regret and unwillingness.
’The Red Moon disaster... it’s just gone?’
’It’s only been one day!’
He roared silently in his mind!
’Couldn’t it have lasted a little longer?!’
To the masses, the arrival of the Red Moon was an extinction-level catastrophe, synonymous with bloodshed and terror.
But for Lin Yi, it was a supreme opportunity that comes once in a thousand years—something one could only hope for but never expect!
It was a golden moment for his Qi and Blood and overall strength to skyrocket!
’What a pity... The next one won’t be for another five months!’
However, despite his regret, Lin Yi was still incredibly excited.
During the full day of the Red Moon’s arrival, he had worked without rest, and his improvements were enormous!
He couldn’t wait to silently recite in his mind:
’System!’
Instantly, a translucent screen that only he could see unfolded clearly before his eyes—
[Host]: Lin Yi.
[Realm]: First-Grade Martial Artist.
[Qi and Blood]: 73.36/73.36.
[Bone Tempering]: 5 (100%), 1 (28%), 200 (0%).
[Spirit]: 1.0
[Spiritual Essence]: Spiritual Nose, Kidney Water.
[Skills]: Basic Collapsing Fist (Control Level).
...
[Avatar]: Shadowless Blood Mosquito.
[Level]: LV13 (First Grade).
[Experience Points]: 312/3000.
[Abilities]: Blood Sucking (First Limit Break), Concealment LV5 (212/500), Flight LV7 (238/700), Tracking LV7 (306/700), Paralysis LV7 (270/700), Iron Body LV1 (21/100).
...
Looking at the data on the panel, a heroic pride surged in Lin Yi’s heart!
In just one day!
Five ribs had reached Perfection in their Refinement!
The Refinement of the sixth rib had also begun, reaching 28% progress!
His Qi and Blood value had shot up like a rocket, soaring from its previous number to a staggering 73.36 points!
This speed was an unprecedented miracle in the entire history of the Martial Dao!
The Mosquito Avatar’s improvements were also huge.
After a full day of non-stop hunting and killing countless small monsters that spawned under the bloody rain, its Level had soared to LV13, reaching the First Grade!
The Experience for all its abilities had skyrocketed, doubling their power. Whether it was Stealth Assassination, high-speed pursuit, or lethal Paralysis, everything was much more proficient.
The gains were a bountiful harvest!
Just then.
Director Liu’s steady and powerful voice broadcast from the speakers in every corner of the shelter:
"Attention all students and faculty! The Red Moon disaster is confirmed to be over. The alert is lifted! All classes, please evacuate the shelter in an orderly fashion by class and return to your respective classrooms! I repeat..."
"Finally... it’s finally over!"
"Whew... We can relax for a few more months!"
"Before the next Red Moon, I’m going to cultivate like my life depends on it and break through to become a Martial Artist too!"
In the shelter for Class 1 of the third-year high school students, the tense and dead-silent atmosphere was instantly ignited.
The lingering tension and paleness on the students’ faces were quickly replaced by the excitement and joy of survival.
They chattered excitedly, discussing their future plans and goals.
The noisy chatter was filled with a longing for a stable life and hope for the future.
After a moment’s hesitation, the students quickly formed a line and left the sanctuary where they had spent a full day and night, their mood a mixture of eagerness and relief.
They walked along the familiar campus paths.
The early morning sun dispelled the last traces of cold gloom.
Looking around, aside from a few patches of trampled grass, the buildings themselves were miraculously well-preserved.
The monsters born from the bloody rain were only aggressive toward living creatures, showing little interest in cold bricks and mortar.
The group returned to their classroom with light steps.
As soon as they entered, the faint smell of gunpowder and sweat hit them.
Their homeroom teacher, Lu Donghai, stood at the podium, looking travel-worn.
His gray combat uniform was stained with obvious filth and had several tears. His breathing was somewhat ragged and unsteady, a clear sign of having been in a fight.
His sharp eyes quickly scanned the class, lingering on each student’s face until he confirmed that everyone was present and accounted for. Only then did the tight line of his mouth relax, revealing a tired but relieved smile.
Then, his gaze locked precisely onto Lin Yi, and his exhaustion was instantly replaced by fervent admiration.
"Lin Yi! Good kid! I heard you broke through to become a First-Grade Martial Artist? Well done! You’ve really brought honor to our Class 1!"
Lu Donghai’s voice was loud and powerful, filled with pride.
Lin Yi immediately put on his trademark simple and honest smile, scratching the back of his head as he said sincerely, "It’s all thanks to your excellent teaching, sir!"
This simple, unadorned flattery clearly hit the mark with Lu Donghai. His smile widened, his mood greatly improved, and he turned to announce to the whole class:
"Since the Red Moon disaster has just passed, everyone needs time to calm down and readjust. The school has decided to grant a day off today! Everyone go home immediately, get some good rest and relaxation. Be back in class on time tomorrow, no exceptions!"
The Red Moon had descended at 7:40 yesterday morning and lasted for twenty-four hours, so it was still early morning now.
That’s why they could have a full day off.
The news of a day off was like a spring breeze, instantly scattering the last traces of solemnity in the classroom.
Genuine smiles blossomed on the faces of the young men and women, their taut nerves finally able to relax completely.
After experiencing such a harrowing day, nothing was more appealing than the thought of going home and lying down in their own safe beds.
Finally, Lu Donghai turned specifically to Lin Yi, his voice carrying a hint of gravity:
"Lin Yi, wait a moment. Go straight to the principal’s office. The principal is waiting for you."
The short class meeting ended, and the students, like birds freed from a cage, left the campus in small, cheerful groups, filled with relief and excitement.
Lin Yi took a deep breath and walked straight toward the principal’s office, located deep within the campus.
The heavy mahogany door was ajar. He knocked gently, then pushed it open and entered.
An overwhelming, thick smell of blood, mixed with the sharp, pungent scent of antiseptic, instantly flooded his nostrils!
Behind a large desk, Principal Chen Zhenguo was leaning back in a high-backed chair. His face was paler than usual, but his spirit was exceptionally vigorous.
The sleeve on his left arm was torn, revealing a sturdy bicep tightly wrapped in a blood-soaked bandage, which had clearly been treated.
In the trash can beside him lay discarded pieces of blood-stained gauze.
"Principal! You’re injured? Is it serious?"
Lin Yi’s heart tightened. He hurried forward, his tone filled with genuine concern.