Chapter 65: Rising Spirit Powder

Just one day remained until the college entrance examination.

Inside the classroom, the usually strict homeroom teacher, Chai Deyun, was speaking passionately, emphasizing the importance of the college entrance examination to all the students.

"According to statistics, students at Danzhu Chixia Academy have a 2% success rate in Foundation Establishment. This means only two out of a hundred students can successfully achieve Foundation Establishment."

"For students at the Ten Great Palaces, the success rate for Foundation Establishment is 20%. Taking our class of 49 students as an example, if everyone were to get into one of the Ten Great Palaces, then 10 of you would successfully achieve Foundation Establishment. What an honor that would be!"

"And if you get into the Four Great Daoist Academies, that's even more impressive. Last year, the success rate for Foundation Establishment among students from the Four Great Daoist Academies hit a new low, but even at that low, it was still 75%!"

"I don't need to elaborate on the benefits of successful Foundation Establishment, do I? Not only does your lifespan significantly increase, but you can also apply to the Immortal Sect for a second-tier spiritual vein. You'll even be able to access more powerful spells and stronger cultivation techniques from the Immortal Sect's spell library and the national library."

"After Foundation Establishment, you'd be comparable to your alma mater's principal; in fact, the principal would probably happily yield their position to you."

Listening to Chai Deyun's words, Chen Mobai lowered his head, engrossed in his phone.

He was trying to snap up the "Spirit Ascension Powder" released today by the Immortal Sect's official flagship store. Although he knew it would be available at 9:38 AM, he had been refreshing the page and waiting since 8:30 AM. After all, there were many Golden Core Cultivators within the Immortal Sect. While they had no interest in items like the Three Treasures for Foundation Establishment themselves, what if their descendants or juniors needed them?

However, he was very lucky. Perhaps his sincere dedication had moved the Immortal Sect, as his hour-long wait paid off. The moment 10,000 portions of "Spirit Ascension Powder" became available, he placed his order with incredible speed, successfully snagging one. If he hadn't been in the classroom, Chen Mobai would have almost jumped up with joy.

"What's making you so happy?" His expression, however, caught the attention of his deskmate, Lu Hongsheng, who had completely forgotten their previous conversation and asked in a low voice.

"I was just casually browsing the Immortal Sect's website today, and unexpectedly, I stumbled upon a newly stocked batch of 'Spirit Ascension Powder.' My luck was pretty good; I managed to grab a portion." Chen Mobai didn't hide it. Feigning excitement, he showed Lu Hongsheng the "purchase successful, payment pending" screen on his phone.

"Your luck is simply out of this world," Lu Hongsheng's eyes widened, and he spoke with a hint of envy in his tone.

"You actually got one!?" At that moment, the homeroom teacher at the front of the class finished speaking, and break time began. Two pretty female classmates seated in front, who had overheard their conversation, also turned around, looking at Chen Mobai in disbelief. He shrugged and let all the students who had gathered around see the order screen on his phone.

"Wow!" Following that, everyone looked at Chen Mobai with envious eyes.

One quick-witted student immediately pulled out their phone and started trying to purchase it. As if a chain reaction had begun, everyone logged onto the Immortal Sect's website, eager to snatch up a portion of this newly stocked Spirit Ascension Powder.

"Oh no, I was just a moment too late! I distinctly saw three portions in stock just now!" The pretty female classmate who had reacted first slapped her desk in frustration.

"How could I be so foolish!" Lu Hongsheng, who had been the first to know, nearly banged his head against the wall. If he had tried to buy it right after Chen Mobai told him, he might have gotten a portion too. Whether he could afford it or not was another matter; there were plenty of people who would pay for him.

Only Song Zheng remained unmoving in his seat, as steady as a mountain. He believed he could at least get into one of the Ten Great Palaces. At that time, for his first Foundation Establishment attempt, he would receive two of the Three Treasures for Foundation Establishment for free. If he had enough Merit Points, he could also purchase the remaining one from the school to complete the set. Therefore, Song Zheng had no interest whatsoever in a mere portion of "Spirit Ascension Powder."

The commotion also attracted the homeroom teacher, who had been about to pack up his textbooks and leave. Knowing that Chen Mobai had managed to snatch the "Spirit Ascension Powder," he couldn't help but show a surprised expression. If he hadn't yet used his first opportunity for Foundation Establishment at the academy, he might even have tried to purchase it from the student.

However, some quick-thinking students had already picked up their phones and rapidly spread the news. After all, there were quite a few teachers at the school who were at the ninth level of Qi Condensation.

Before the second class, Chen Mobai suddenly received a text message. The sender was Chan Si.

"I have a senior sister who is preparing for Foundation Establishment. If you're willing to resell the 'Spirit Ascension Powder' you have, please consider me."

Chen Mobai hadn't expected this teacher to be the first to approach him. He had intentionally let the whole class know, as selling to a school teacher was always better than selling to strangers outside. Although the faculty at Immortal Sect Fifth High School was generally average, the teachers hired to instruct them were all of the highest moral character. Selling to them meant not having to worry about defaulting on payment.

If it were any other teacher, Chen Mobai would definitely have waited to get a better price. But since it was Chan Si who sent the message, after a moment's consideration, he replied with an "Okay." It was also fortunate that Old Man Ding's years had passed, and he no longer needed the Three Treasures for Foundation Establishment. Otherwise, if both teachers wanted to buy the Spirit Ascension Powder, he truly wouldn't have known whom to give it to.

After class, the homeroom teacher, Chai Deyun, called Chen Mobai to the office. He was introducing another teacher who also wished to purchase the "Spirit Ascension Powder." However, Chen Mobai said he had already promised it to Chan Si. Hearing this, the former left with regret.

"If I'm not mistaken," Chai Deyun suddenly asked as the other teacher left, "Teacher Chan hasn't undergone Foundation Establishment yet. If she needed them, she could purchase the complete set of Three Treasures for Foundation Establishment from Danzhu Academy." Chen Mobai was stunned for a moment, then replied that Chan Si was buying it for a senior sister. Chai Deyun nodded in understanding upon hearing this.

Coincidentally, Chan Si was teaching the class next door that day and was also on school grounds. The two arranged to meet after the morning classes concluded.

"The Three Treasures for Foundation Establishment usually sell for about a 20% premium on the market. How about I transfer you 160,000 Merit Points?" In the office, Chen Mobai nodded after hearing Chan Si's words.

Among the Three Treasures, the demand for "Spirit Ascension Powder" is slightly lower. After all, compared to the "Vein Guarding Pill" and "Qi Condensing Fluid," there are many elixirs and magical artifacts that can substitute it. Even if he were to sell it to Wu Wan, it might not fetch this price.

After Chen Mobai updated the order's shipping information and transferred it to Chan Si for proxy payment, she took his card number and promptly transferred 160,000 Merit Points to him. Seeing the new text message notification from the bank showing his balance, Chen Mobai's hand trembled slightly; he had never possessed so many Merit Points before. He laughed at himself for being so inexperienced, getting so worked up over just 160,000 Merit Points.

"By the way, the college entrance examination is the day after tomorrow. How are your preparations coming along?" Chan Si suddenly asked about this. Chen Mobai gave a modest smile.

"Passing the entrance exams for the Four Great Daoist Academies and the Ten Great Palaces should be no problem."

"Oh, well, congratulations then. However, this year's entrance examination is a bit special. I'm afraid your chances of passing are slim."

"Huh?"