Chapter 26: The Martial Artist's Combat Assessment

In the days that followed that initial attempt, far from restraining herself, Meng Xue became even bolder and more unbridled. Faced with such provocation, how could Wang Kun possibly indulge her? Each time he responded by taking her well in hand, leaving her overwhelmed and utterly undone, the flood once unleashed impossible to contain. If only circumstances had allowed, Wang Kun would have transformed into Yu the Great on the spot and brought order to the surging waters.

Time flowed on, and in the blink of an eye, Wang Kun’s idyllic university life came to an end. In his final year, news of his secret meetings with Meng Xue eventually reached Su Yunjin. Yet she did not confront Wang Kun with anger; instead, with the poise of the Wang family’s lady, she gazed calmly at Meng Xue. Clearly, she had long since seen through the clandestine affair, merely choosing to feign ignorance.

Her magnanimity stemmed not only from the fact that Wang Kun had already conquered her heart and soul, but also because she knew she could not match his strength. After all, Wang Kun was a man from the advanced world of Devouring the Stars; from birth, his genetic level far surpassed that of ordinary humans. Now a martial artist, his physical prowess was leagues beyond that of anyone in this mundane world. In certain respects, his capabilities were simply unmatched.

Su Yunjin had matured with age; she was no longer a naïve girl. She knew that a man as outstanding as Wang Kun could never be kept by her side alone. Even ordinary men were prone to wandering hearts—how could she expect exclusivity from a man of such excellence? Unable to eliminate the possibility, she could only choose to compromise. Yet, she would never relinquish her status as the rightful lady of the household.

Wang Kun was naturally overjoyed by Su Yunjin’s generosity. In the years that followed, he devoted most of his attention to her. Of course, he did not neglect little Meng Xue; with his strength, handling two young women was hardly a challenge.

Wang Kun was fully aware that he could remain in this world for only eight years, and he had not unlocked any special locations here. His wealth amounted to just over a hundred million, substantial though it was. But now, with people he cared for in this world, he felt compelled to leave them more. He had neither the skills nor the energy for business, but with his abilities, making money was effortless.

Thus, during his final year in this world, Wang Kun seized several opportunities to travel abroad, targeting and raiding the ill-gotten gains of criminal gangs. He then purchased antiques and paintings destined to be priceless in the future, storing them all in the vault of a traditional courtyard house he had purchased in the capital.

That courtyard house, which he had bought years ago, had already more than doubled in value. The same was true for several other properties in prime locations. In sum, Wang Kun’s initial assets—worth over a hundred million—had, through strategic real estate investments, multiplied several times over. With a few more years, their value would double again. The antiques he collected were worth at least several billion. Such a fortune would be more than enough for Su Yunjin to enjoy.

That night, as Wang Kun watched the final day’s countdown on his system, he felt a pang of reluctance and helplessness. All he could do was pour all his energy into satisfying the two women who mattered most to him. After a night of fierce passion, once both women had fallen asleep, Wang Kun’s figure slowly faded from the room.

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In the world of Devouring the Stars, on the third floor of his villa in Mingyue Community, Wang Kun opened his eyes to the sleek, futuristic surroundings. He could not help but feel a touch of melancholy, but quickly opened the system interface.

Heavenly Blue Enhancement System [Invincible Version]

Host: Wang Kun

Talent: One Star (Ordinary Human Standard) 1000/0
Comprehension: One Star (Ordinary Human Standard) 1000/0
Bloodline: One Star (Ordinary Human Standard) 1000/0
Fist Strength: 6150 kg (+1000/0)
Speed: 69 m/s (+10 m/0)
Spiritual Force: 18,000 kg (Spirit Crystal: 60,000 kg)
Attribute Points: 20
Time-Space Travel: (Cooldown: 30 Days)
Special Location Unlock: (Activated)
Currency: 1.01 billion (Huaxia Yuan)

This time, the world had granted him 20 attribute points—twice as many as the first world he experienced. Wang Kun did not immediately assign these points, but questioned the system:

“System, will I be able to return to the worlds I’ve previously visited?”

He had asked before, but the system’s aloofness left him without any response.

Beep. The host can obtain a Free Time-Space Travel Card to restart any previously experienced world.

“How do I acquire this Free Time-Space Travel Card?” Wang Kun was excited to hear the system’s reply.

Beep. All system item rewards must be obtained by checking in at special locations.

Upon hearing this, Wang Kun asked again, “But I spent so long in the last world. Why didn’t I discover any special locations?”

Beep. Not every parallel world contains special locations.

Well, after hearing the explanation, Wang Kun had no further questions. For him, as long as there was a chance to return to previous worlds, that was enough. After all, he truly loved Su Yunjin; as for Meng Xue, that was pure physical instinct.

Back in the world of Devouring the Stars, Wang Kun resumed his daily cultivation. In just over ten days, he would participate in the martial artist’s practical assessment. Having indulged in the pleasures of the previous world for so long, it was time to focus on training.

Time flew by, and in no time, more than ten days had passed. On the morning of August 1st, Wang Kun, Luo Feng, Yang Wu, and more than thirty other martial artist candidates gathered at the Extreme Pavilion. Led by one of the Pavilion’s martial artists, they headed to the train station to board a special train bound for the martial artist assessment base.

Inside the carriage, Wang Kun and the other candidates sat quietly.

“Esteemed candidates, future martial artists, I am from the HR Alliance. You have all heard of HR Alliance—this is the world’s most powerful, most affluent, and most martial artist-rich organization. Join us, and you’ll receive the best resources and the greatest wealth...”

As the train sped along, the carriage’s screens continually played recruitment videos from the two great martial halls, HR Alliance, and the national government.

But Wang Kun and Luo Feng merely exchanged a glance and smiled, paying the videos no heed. They had already joined the Extreme Pavilion ahead of time and had no need for such overtures.