Awakening The Weakest Talent: Only I Level Up Chapter 5

In the grand library, the pupils of senior year Class Two congregated around the librarian to receive instruction regarding the Basic Cultivation Stone Tablets.

“These stone tablets contain the collective wisdom left behind by practitioners of the past. They dedicated their entire lives to etching their cultivation insights onto these very slabs.”

“Consequently, we, the generations that follow, may draw upon their hard-earned experience through these relics.”

“I shall now lift the restrictions on these tablets. Once you retrieve one, a simple touch will allow you to sense its inner contents.”

“The extent of the knowledge you manage to perceive and absorb is entirely dependent on your personal aptitude.”

The librarian, clad in a robe of gray-white, surveyed the room before asking, “Does anyone have inquiries?”

“Mr. Librarian, if I happen to select an unsuitable stone tablet, am I permitted to exchange it?”

The librarian provided a subtle shake of his head. “That is prohibited. The choice you make is final; you are bound to the stone tablet you retrieve.”

Disappointment rippled through the group. The librarian added, “However, you are not subjected to a random draw. You are free to choose them yourselves.”

“Bear in mind, once your selection is locked in, there is no turning back.”

Upon hearing this, the students grew visibly energized.

“We get to choose? That’s fantastic!”

......

“I must be deliberate. My entire future hinges on this decision!”

“The starting point is critical. One must tread carefully.”

The group trailed behind the librarian until they arrived before a massive door.

Bold, imposing characters were carved onto the plaque overhead, reading: “Basic Cultivation Stone Tablets.”

It appeared that rooms were designated for different tiers of cultivation knowledge.

As the doors swung open, the students surged inside.

The interior resembled a standard library in layout, yet the bookshelves reached staggering heights of seven to eight meters, requiring ladders to reach the tablets stored on the highest tiers.

Upon entry, the students found themselves captivated by the sheer volume of dazzling cultivation tablets.

Countless tablets filled the room, each representing the agonizing labor and trial of a predecessor.

While categorized merely as basic cultivation, for those who made them, they represented the culmination of a lifetime.

“There are so many. It seems our predecessors truly left us an abundance of treasures.”

“My head is spinning. I have no idea which one to pick.”

“I found a tablet for Agility. Learning this will boost my movement speed and agility.”

“This [ Brute Force ] seems perfect for me—it’s designed to amplify raw strength.”

“I’ll choose [ Hardened Skin ]. My natural defense has always been a liability...”

The students began making their selections one by one. Some settled quickly, while others paced, unable to find anything that resonated with their needs.

Lu Yu began his search as well.

Since these were the most fundamental tablets, the immediate power gain was relatively uniform across the board.

Consequently, he prioritized compatibility, reasoning that selecting a compatible technique would pave a much smoother path for his future cultivation.

At that moment, Lu Yu recalled his Eye of Truth, a skill capable of piercing through any illusion.

With focus, he began to scrutinize the sea of shimmering stone tablets.

Just as he anticipated, a data panel manifested beside each item.

[ Name: Body Strengthening ]

[ Effect: Boosts stamina and extends endurance in combat. ]

[ Compatibility: 30% ]

Lu Yu paid little mind to the first two lines; that information was already evident from the tablets themselves.

The deciding factor was the third entry: compatibility.

The fact that he could discern his compatibility percentage meant he could easily pinpoint the technique best suited for his unique constitution.

30% was far too low. He would need to keep searching.

Lu Yu moved rapidly, scanning his gaze across the room and verifying the data on every tablet he encountered.

However, after checking dozens of options, not one offered a compatibility rating exceeding 50%.

“It seems finding a truly compatible match isn’t as simple as I thought.”

Lu Yu pushed onward. After a short while, his attention was captured by a particular stone tablet.

His eyes widened as he noted the reading.

“90%!”

“That is incredibly high!”

Lu Yu strode forward and claimed the tablet.

[ Armor Penetration ]

[ Effect: Bypasses standard defenses to pierce the skin, dealing internal damage directly. ]

[ Compatibility: 90% ]

A 90% compatibility rating—this was the highest figure he had ever witnessed.

Lu Yu abandoned further searching, immediately confirming this as his choice.

He brushed his hand against the cold stone, sensing the infusion of the technique. He absorbed the knowledge swiftly, mastering the Armor Penetration ability with ease.

As he confirmed the acquisition, a system interface projected itself into his field of vision.

The display summarized his status across five core attributes.

[ Attack: 60 ]

[ Speed: 57 ]

[ Health: 96 ]

[ Mana: 89 ]

[ Defense: 45 ]

The average awakened cultivator typically possesses attack, speed, and defense values near 50, with health and Mana hovering around 100.

Lu Yu excelled in attack and speed compared to his peers, though his defense lagged slightly behind.

He then checked the daily task listing on the interface.

[ Daily quest: Long-distance running (0/10km), long jump (0/100), climbing (0/2km), swinging claws (0/100). Choose one to complete. ]

The requirements were straightforward, but the rewards were the true incentive.

Scanning the bottom of the notification, he spotted the potential prizes.

[ Complete the daily quest to claim one of the following rewards: ]

[ 1. 5 free attribute points. ]

[ 2. 1 free skill point. ]

[ 3. One random treasure chest. ]

[ Beyond daily quests, achievement and random quests offer even greater spoils. ]

A satisfied grin spread across Lu Yu’s face. The rewards were generous. He made a mental note to prioritize the daily goal as soon as he returned.

Dismissing the interface, Lu Yu moved toward the exit.

The library doors would only unlock once everyone had secured their chosen technique.

After waiting a short while for his classmates to finish, the librarian finally released the seal on the doors, and the students spilled out one by one.

Lu Yu trailed behind the crowd, navigating the hallway alone.

Because his academic brilliance had left him isolated in the past, he was accustomed to acting as a lone wolf.

He intended to continue his leveling journey solo, as forming parties often proved to be an unnecessary complication.

At that moment, a commotion nearby drew his attention.

A crowd had formed, encircling Su Qing.

“Su Qing, let’s join forces! I’ll yield all my loot to you!”

“Party with us! We have a very powerful roster.”

“Miss Su Qing, join my team. My family has significant resources!”

The incessant noise caused Su Qing to knit her brows.

Then, she caught sight of Lu Yu passing by.

She had always held a favorable opinion of the exceptionally gifted Lu Yu. Unlike the others, he possessed a maturity that stood out; he was neither anxious nor prone to the clamor of the mob.

Even if he were supposedly 'weaker,' he would make a far more suitable partner than these candidates.

Acting on this, she stepped toward him.

“Lu Yu, would you like to form a team with me?” She asked with a gentle smile.

An immediate silence fell over the surrounding crowd. They stood frozen, their minds completely unable to process what they had just heard.

“I don’t get it. Why would Su Qing choose Lu Yu as her partner?” They all wondered in unison.`