On the sixth day, a brilliant surge of energy erupted from within Lu Chen's secluded cultivation chamber. The air seemed to tremble, ripples of spiritual force radiating outward like a storm caught in a confined space.
Boom!
A shockwave burst from the chamber, the door rattling slightly before settling. Inside, Lu Chen slowly opened his eyes. A faint, chaotic mist swirled around him before dissipating. He raised a hand, feeling the immense power coursing through his veins.
"System," he whispered.
> [Name: Lu Chen]
[Cultivation: Mid Fifth-Level Warrior]
[Physique: Chaos Body]
[Weapon: Seventh-Level Sword, Seventh-Level Elixir]
[Points: 2,000]
A satisfied smile crossed his lips. "Mid Fifth-Level Warrior… With my Chaos Body, I can easily defeat a peak Fifth-Level opponent and even challenge a Low Sixth-Level warrior."
His cultivation speed was nothing short of monstrous. But then again, he was no ordinary cultivator. He had the Chaos Body, an unparalleled physique feared even in ancient times.
The door slid open, and Lu Chen stepped out, his long black robes flowing behind him like shadows. Waiting just outside were Yun Li, Yun Mu, and Chu Su. Their faces lit up the moment they saw him.
"Young Master, congratulations on advancing!" Yun Li and Yun Mu said in unison, their voices filled with pride.
Chu Su's bright eyes shimmered with admiration. "Young Master Lu, your power has grown again. We are truly blessed to follow you."
Lu Chen's sharp gaze swept over the three of them, and he immediately sensed their improvements.
Yun Li and Yun Mu now radiated a stable aura of Peak Fourth-Level Warriors—each of them just a step away from breaking through to Fifth Level.
And Chu Su… though she was slightly weaker, her cultivation had risen to Low Fourth-Level Warrior.
"Excellent," Lu Chen said, his voice calm but tinged with approval. "You have all improved well. This is the result of your talent and the resources I provided."
The three girls felt warmth in their hearts at his praise. But Lu Chen's expression grew serious.
"But remember—strength alone is not enough. The upcoming academy competition is not just a test of power but of skill, strategy, and resolve. We are not here to just participate. We are here to win."
Yun Li clenched her fist, a determined glint in her eyes. "Young Master, we will not disappoint you."
Yun Mu nodded firmly. "We will fight with everything we have."
Chu Su's voice was softer but filled with resolve. "For you, Young Master, I will never back down."
Lu Chen smiled faintly. These were not just followers. They were his trusted team—loyal, talented, and determined.
"Good," he said. "Rest well today. Tomorrow, we will make final preparations. In the competition, we will show them that Team Lu Chen is not to be underestimated."
As the three girls bowed respectfully and left to continue their training, Lu Chen stood quietly beneath the ancient trees of the Lu Family courtyard. A breeze rustled the leaves, but his gaze was sharp and focused.
"Chen Fan… your opportunity will soon become mine."
He turned, a faint smile playing at his lips.
"In this academy competition, I will not just take your luck—I will take your destiny."
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