I Can Gain One Skill Point Per Second Chapter 722: Showing Off One’s Axe Before the Master

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Previously on I Can Gain One Skill Point Per Second...
Zhang Yun has settled well into Shenxiao, making friends, awakening healing skills, and even sharing her knowledge of the Dubhe Strange Scripture. Meanwhile, Sun Dachuan has gained new insights into his refining abilities through his demanding work. Lin Yi returns to Shenxiao and, with his profound understanding, imparts knowledge of the Dubhe Strange Scripture and advanced skills to the students, greatly surpassing Zhang Yun's own comprehension.

Lin Yi's exceptional talent was known throughout Blue Star, but could it really be this astonishing? Grasping in a single month what others toil for a century to achieve – who wouldn't be utterly astounded?

Zhang Yun even began to feel that her father being falsely accused and passing away early wasn't entirely a misfortune.

If he had witnessed Lin Yi's talent firsthand, wouldn't it have driven him to an early grave from sheer fury?

Perhaps even the hundred formidable experts of Dubhe Pavilion would have been enraged to their final breaths.

"In this world, nothing is impossible. By the way, Master, aren't you planning to begin your cultivation journey, following my advice? Entering the Inner Court to cultivate might grant you some profound insights very soon."

....

Just listen to this. Merely listen.

Is this how a human speaks?

If one didn't know better, they might believe Lin Yi himself was imparting this cultivation technique, as if he were revolutionizing the very foundations of comprehension.

As Zhang Yun hesitated, unsure how to reply, two dull thuds echoed from behind her.

Turning abruptly, even Lin Yi himself appeared taken aback.

The two students from Shenxiao War God who had just successfully comprehended the [Immortal lv1] skill were now kneeling on the ground, tears shimmering in their eyes.

"Two esteemed seniors, this... this is quite improper! You'll overwhelm me. After all, you were once my seniors."

As Lin Yi spoke, he instantly employed a gentle gravity manipulation skill, intending to lift the two Shenxiao War Gods.

However, the two War Gods remained steadfastly kneeling.

"Dean Lin Yi, you absolutely deserve this reverence!"

Having integrated the skill into their own abilities, the two Shenxiao War Gods immediately examined its effects.

A resurrection that completely ignores all lethal effects upon taking lethal damage – who wouldn't desire such a game-changing passive skill?

This 'Immortal' skill, never before heard of on Blue Star, possessed such extraordinary effects. It was no exaggeration to say Lin Yi had granted these two Shenxiao War Gods a second chance at life.

Crucially, these two Shenxiao War Gods had acquired such a potent skill without expending any of their own skill points. How could they not feel immense gratitude towards Lin Yi?

Hearing the commotion, the Shenxiao students engrossed in their Inner Court training drew their focus back.

Although these students hadn't fully mastered the skill yet, as long as they retained Lin Yi's teachings, achieving insight was merely a matter of time.

"Eh, please don't do that. All of you here are my seniors, and besides, we are all Shenxiao students. There's no need for such formality."

Zhang Yun struggled to recall how she even managed to leave the classroom at Dubhe Pavilion.

Her mind was completely consumed by astonishment.

"What's wrong? Do you want me to instruct you?"

Back at Xiang Wuxing, Zhang Yun had accepted Lin Yi as her disciple and had passed down the [Dubhe Strange Scripture] to him.

But now, Zhang Yun felt utterly bewildered, as if she had been deceived.

Considering Lin Yi's current capabilities, wouldn't accepting someone as comparatively weak as her as a master be a complete mockery? Could it be that Lin Yi, like those individuals from Xiang Wuxing, was only interested in the cultivation techniques inherited from her father?

"You... you scoundrel! You're a trickster too!"

Zhang Yun pouted, lightly punching Lin Yi's chest.

Zhang Yun understood perfectly well whether he was genuinely after her father's cultivation techniques.

With Lin Yi's immense power, he could have easily seized them by force, just as those from Wuxing had, with no one capable of stopping him.

Yet, Lin Yi had not only revealed the truth to her but also bestowed upon her a chance for a new life. She felt overwhelmingly indebted.

What troubled Zhang Yun was that after witnessing Lin Yi's overwhelming strength, she had entertained the idea of asking him to help her exact revenge. Merely contemplating it made her feel like she was betraying her father and all her brethren.

"As long as you achieve the destruction of your enemy, whether you accomplish it yourself, delegate it to another, or engineer it through a scheme, the result is what matters for your revenge."

"With my current strength, I cannot assist you in your revenge. However, grant me a few years, and I can achieve this. Don't feel ashamed; you can always ask me."

Having her innermost thoughts read so clearly by Lin Yi, Zhang Yun's eyes widened in surprise.

What else did this man not know? Perceiving people's thoughts so directly, how terrifying!

"You... you, you, you!"

Zhang Yun stared, wide-eyed, at the man before her, her speech faltering.

In his presence, she felt she had no secrets left. How could she possibly go on like this?

"Rest assured; I won't delve into your private thoughts. Come, let's go meet someone, shall we?"

The establishment of the Divine Refining Bureau within Shenxiao proved to be an exceptionally wise decision.

Otherwise, with the immense popularity of forging masters like Sun Dachuan, the entrance to the Divine Refining Bureau would have been worn down by the sheer volume of visitors.

At the entrance to the Divine Refining Bureau, Lin Yi and Zhang Yun were momentarily halted by the bureau's entry security.

A transparent barrier, emanating from a Barrier Spirit Crystal, blocked their path.

After Lin Yi's face was scanned, a line of text appeared on the Barrier Spirit Crystal:

Access denied. For entry, please schedule an appointment or formally apply to the relevant departments for information input.

Established as an official institution, the Divine Refining Bureau safeguards a substantial volume of sensitive data, necessitating stringent security measures.

"Tsk, it's quite surprising to find a place on Blue Star that you can't enter, especially here in Shenxiao. You, the Dean, hehe."

Zhang Yao chuckled, aiming her words at Lin Yi, seemingly delighted to have finally found a point of leverage against him.

Lin Yi offered no verbal response, instead utilizing his gravity manipulation skill to repeatedly propel Zhang Yao back and forth before the sensor crystal, forcing multiple scans.

While Shenxiao students might be unaware that the Divine Refining Bureau requires a face scan for entry, they typically would either secure an appointment or depart upon discovering their lack of access.

An infrequent verification failure would rarely draw the attention of the Divine Refining Bureau personnel.

However, repeated failures would inevitably capture their notice.

As anticipated, the security personnel stationed at the Divine Refining Bureau promptly emerged with reinforcements.

"Which student lacks discernment? From which academy do you hail, and what is your name and grade? Do you presume the official institution's barrier is your plaything, repeatedly scanning despite knowing you lack access? Do you think you....."

Two imposing figures, clad in Chiyou Academy uniforms and wielding immense axes, stormed out of the Divine Refining Bureau with aggressive intent. Yet, upon Laying eyes on Lin Yi, their bluster instantly evaporated.

"You, you are..."

On Blue Star, who doesn't know Lin Yi?

Let alone Shenxiao students; if any saw Lin Yi and failed to recognize him, they'd likely be too ashamed to claim the title of Shenxiao student.

Recalling their earlier arrogant pronouncements and considering Lin Yi's profound influence across Blue Star, the two guards on duty at the Divine Refining Bureau that day felt their aspirations for permanent employment rapidly fading.

Due to insufficient forging speed, Bureau Chief Sun Dachuan had specifically recruited students from Shenxiao whose forging skills were adequate, albeit not exceptional. This initiative aimed to bolster their expertise and alleviate the Divine Refining Bureau's manpower deficit.

"May I enter?"

Lin Yi inquired with a slight smile.

"Yes, yes, yes! Absolutely, Dean! We will unlock the doors for you immediately. Please, do not be displeased!"

With that, the two guards hastily stepped forward, using their credentials to grant access.

"The Divine Refining Bureau's growth is commendable; I presume Mr. Sun has been diligently working. I am here seeking to spar on enhancing techniques. Would you be so kind as to guide me?"

What audacity!

Did the Dean just declare his intention to spar with Director Sun Dachuan on enhancing techniques? Wasn't he known for his combat prowess? To boast about such skills in front of an expert!