Chapter 495

Power Core overheating...Left arm's third vibration joint fractured...Spirit Circuit short-circuit alarm...

Watching the warning messages constantly pop up one by one, Wan Gouxuan understood that the Earth-Surging God had suffered significant damage in the recent collision with Zhang Yu.

At the same time, below the statistics, the estimated repair cost was listed: 18.23 Spirit Coins.

Normally, Wan Gouxuan would likely be contemplating the most stylish way to surrender, knowing that continuing the fight would lead to ever-increasing repair costs, making it a losing proposition. But at this moment, with full reimbursement, he felt no fear. In fact, as he watched the estimated repair costs climb, his fighting spirit swelled, and he only wanted to continue fighting to his heart's content!

"Bring it on!"

Activating the Earth-Surging God at full power once more, Wan Gouxuan replayed Zhang Yu's astonishing attack in his mind. "The Earth-Surging God is damaged; I don't believe your physical body is unharmed. How many more times can you unleash an attack like that?"

With a roar, the Earth-Surging God's Power Core violently churned, layers of Geng Qi erupting to continuously repair the Gen Meridian Dharma Form, unleashing another earth-shattering blow.

"I can still unleash that attack eight more times," Zhang Yu mused to himself. "Using my own Geng Qi and physical body to bear and unleash the formidable and domineering might of the Sky Kunlun Mountain-Shifting Divine Power, to deliver the force of a double Sky Kunlun Mountain-Shifting Divine Power in a single move... With my current strength, after a maximum of three uses, my physical condition will begin to decline, and damage will continuously accumulate. After six uses, the power unleashed will also significantly decrease. After nine uses, I will have reached my limit."

As Zhang Yu pondered, the Mountain-Shifting Warrior let out a long howl. The next moment, the Sky Kunlun Mountain-Shifting Divine Power suddenly erupted, and surging Earthly Fiend gravity converged on him. Instantly, as the atmosphere was continuously compressed, waves of Qi rippled outwards from his body in all directions. Amidst the rolling Qi waves, Zhang Yu's hands, each supporting a black and a white star, once again slammed towards the Earth-Surging God before him.

In the tumultuous battle, both sides exchanged blows six more times. The Mountain-Shifting Warrior repeatedly shattered and contracted, quickly shrinking to less than half its original size. Meanwhile, the Earth-Surging God clanged to its knees, its entire body riddled with widespread damage, making it impossible to fight further.

Observing this scene, Zhang Yu calmly stated, "It's over."

Throughout the recent clashes, information about the Earth-Surging God's various functions and structural details continuously flashed through Zhang Yu's mind. Several weaknesses concerning its Spirit Circuits and vibration joints overlapped with the severely damaged areas of the Earth-Surging God before him. All of this stemmed from the Appraisal Art he cultivated. In the series of clashes, besides pushing his physical body, Geng Qi, and cultivation power to their absolute limits, the most crucial aspect was using the Appraisal Art to identify target weak points and inflict the greatest possible damage.

Wan Gouxuan looked up at Zhang Yu, who was observing him from above. He saw the opponent's five fingers spread open, and the surging Sky Kunlun Mountain-Shifting Divine Power began to gather once more.

"He actually defeated my Earth-Surging God single-handedly," Wan Gouxuan sighed inwardly. "This guy... has he really only mastered the Sky Kunlun Mountain-Shifting Divine Power for a few months?"

It was at this point that Wan Gouxuan decided to pause the competition and request support. According to prior arrangements, this was mandatory if they encountered a pincer attack from Mo Shangjin. But at this moment, Wan Gouxuan felt that Zhang Yu alone was already unbeatable.

However, after he requested a pause, the Metallurgy Department student originally designated for support said, "Forget it, don't waste money. Even if I temporarily repair and enhance your Earth-Surging God, you might not defeat Zhang Yu, let alone Mo Shangjin." The other party shook their head and said, "I still need to prepare for this year's Top Ten League. I won't waste any more time with you."

Deprived of their support, Wan Gouxuan knew the outcome of this round was sealed. As expected, when the pause ended and the match resumed, Immortal Soldier University suffered a crushing defeat. Not only was the Earth-Surging God completely disassembled, but all the team members surrendered one by one.

The team members from Myriad Law University cheered as they left the arena.

Director Gao, in the stands, nodded with a smile, thinking, "The next match is the final against Heavenly Demon University." Director Gao also understood that this final was crucial not just for Zhang Yu, but for himself as well. If they won this match, it would be the first time the department achieved significant results since he became head of the Civil Engineering Department.

Thinking this, he turned to Magneto True Monarch beside him and said, "Magneto, thank you. Without your help, Zhang Yu wouldn't have progressed so quickly."

Magneto True Monarch opened her mouth, "Old Gao, actually..."

Director Gao: "Hmm?"

Magneto True Monarch: "Nothing." She thought to herself, "It's better to wait until the Civil Engineering final is over to talk about it. After the Civil Engineering final, Zhang Yu's overall score will be sufficient. I'll arrange his transfer directly to avoid any complications." Looking at Director Gao, Magneto True Monarch secretly thought, "Old Gao, don't blame me. An exceptional disciple like Zhang Yu is only fit for the strong in Kunxu. Blame yourself for not being strong or rich enough."

Just then, Grand Puppet True Monarch from Immortal Soldier University said, "Magneto, judging by this student's performance, your decryption work is going quite well. You're going to make a fortune this time. If you're willing to exchange technology for the market here at Immortal Soldier University, we can talk."

Magneto True Monarch calmly replied, "Not interested for now."

Grand Puppet True Monarch smiled slightly and said, "I hear that Divine Nectar Sovereign is rallying support to collectively pressure Myriad Law University and sanction your Metallurgy Department. If you're interested in cooperating, you can always come find me. Well then, goodbye until the Top Ten League. Many people are looking forward to what surprises Myriad Law University can bring us this time."

Hearing this, Director Gao frowned and mused, "This project is gaining increasing renown, and I fear it will make Myriad Law the center of a storm, and Magneto will gradually become a target of public criticism." Although Director Gao believed that an escalation in the intensity of the university war was inevitable and the Top Ten would eventually enter the fray, he certainly didn't want Myriad Law to be the first to participate, nor did he want Magneto to become the fuse.

Meanwhile, as Zhang Yu left the arena, he noticed that Wan Gouxuan and his team appeared calm, even showing a hint of joy and excitement, completely unlike a team that had lost a match and had their giant puppet dismantled. Zhang Yu's perception was correct. Although Wan Gouxuan had lost this time, he wasn't heartbroken like he was last year. After all, despite this defeat, he could at most collect some of Zhang Yu's sweat on the field... but it was still reimbursable, and the puppet's components could be replaced with brand new ones.

After the competition, Wan Gouxuan went to Jihu Company, which had already been agreed upon. Looking at the list of parts to be replaced, he mused, "Everything is being replaced with Jihu brand? The prices seem to have increased by more than ten times. As expected, this reimbursement is also the school purchasing Jihu brand items at exorbitant prices. This is clearly intended to let Jihu brand profit." Of course, Wan Gouxuan had no objections to this. After all, the Earth-Surging God could be fully upgraded without him paying a dime, and its power would undoubtedly reach new heights. He even suspected that compared to collecting Zhang Yu's material, this high-priced procurement from Jihu might be more important to some people.

As he watched the latest, most advanced Jihu brand components being used, Wan Gouxuan felt as if the spirit of Immortal Soldier University was being infused into it. A nearby teacher said, "In the next competition, use this pureblood Jihu Earth-Surging God to make all schools change their perception of Jihu. Just like Myriad Law University's pureblood Myriad Dao Artisan Sect or Vajra University's pureblood Vajra Profound Creation, this is the essential path for artifact companies to rise from low-end to high-end."

Wan Gouxuan nodded, secretly thinking, "Zhang Yu, when we fight again next year, I..." Just as he thought this, Wan Gouxuan suddenly frowned. Although the Earth-Surging God would be stronger, if there was no reimbursement next year, his combat effectiveness might be even lower than today's. He sighed inwardly, "Alas, the Myriad Law Civil Engineering Department... it seems there's no chance of defeating them for the next few years."

On his way back, Zhang Yu received messages from Director Gao and Magneto.

Director Gao: For the next battle, Mo Shangjin will participate with you.Director Gao: Both of you, cooperate well and strive to win the final championship.Director Gao: But if it proves too difficult, don't force it. Heavenly Demon University has always been strong in this regard. Ensuring your own potential is most important.

Director Gao encouraged him as usual, advising him not to become complacent and to continue working hard to perform well in the final. He then inquired about Zhang Yu's recent work and life.

Director Gao: I heard your company is doing well. In a couple of days, I'll have Tu Lishan arrange more work for you.Director Gao: Next week, accompany me to meet other Civil Engineering professors. I'll introduce you to more people.Director Gao: The future of the Civil Engineering Department depends on you young people.Director Gao: Besides knowing how to work on construction sites, you also need connections.Director Gao: Oh, and for this year's model student in the Civil Engineering Department, remember to apply. I've already put in a good word for you.

Zhang Yu could see that Director Gao genuinely regarded him as a true successor. Regardless of whether he won the final, Director Gao would personally guide him with experience in the civil engineering field.

Meanwhile, Magneto True Monarch's message was far more direct.

Magneto True Monarch: If you win the next final, prepare directly for your department transfer.Zhang Yu: Transferring departments right after winning the championship? Isn't that too soon?Magneto True Monarch: What? Reluctant to leave your Civil Engineering Department?Zhang Yu: No, I just worry Director Gao won't be able to let go.Magneto True Monarch: A qualified teacher wouldn't prevent a student from moving to a better platform.Magneto True Monarch: Moreover, your top priority now is to secure victory in the next match.Magneto True Monarch: Although it's just the Civil Engineering Department, Heavenly Demon University's Civil Engineering Department has always been very strong.Magneto True Monarch: Don't worry too much about your teacher. Focus on your own strength, and improve yourself as much as possible in the remaining time.

Myriad Law University.In the dormitory.

"Are you hurt?"

Yue Mulan handed a vial of potion to Zhang Yu. The potion had no packaging, just a simple glass bottle. She said somewhat awkwardly, "This is... a potion I made. Would you like to try it?" Yue Mulan wasn't sure how high Zhang Yu's current income was, only that it was very, very high. She only hoped that her most precious potion could help Zhang Yu as it had before.

Zhang Yu took the potion and smiled slightly, "Thanks."

Noting that the next battle, against Heavenly Demon University, was scheduled for next week, Zhang Yu wasted no time resting. After a brief tidy-up and maintenance of his magic artifacts, he resumed his usual cultivation and work. In this final week, he intended to do his best to improve himself. Recalling three years of high school, followed by nearly three more years of struggle in university, he was now on the verge of transferring to the Metallurgy Department, a step closer to joining the Top Ten Sects. He absolutely would not allow any mistakes at this crucial final stage.