Beggar Cultivation System

Chapter 97 - 97: Second Test(Part-2)

The Beggar didn't know how his comprehension abilities would compare to these talented cultivators, and he would only find out when he stepped onto the platform.

"But aren't they basically giving these Battle Techniques away for free?" Filly voiced her doubts. Although she wasn't deeply involved in cultivation matters, she knew that these techniques were extremely valuable. If someone memorized them, they could write them down and sell them to other cultivators, making a ton of profit, as these techniques were highly expensive.

Her business instincts kicked in as she considered whether to do this.

Bel was about to answer her friend when Master Popo, seemingly hearing Filly's doubts, responded instead.

"However, don't think that just because you're allowed to memorize these techniques, you'll be able to take them home," Master Popo smirked. "These stone slabs are not simple. They have a Memory Alteration mechanism created by our Array Masters. Only those who pass the second test will be able to retain these techniques in their minds. Consider it a gift."

To the Martial Schools, these techniques were actually just average, but they still needed to carefully regulate them. It could be very dangerous if someone without cultivation talent attempted to learn one of these techniques; it would be basically suicide. So they had to take precautions.

When Bel heard this, she couldn't help but sigh heavily. Such a shame.

"So, jump on the platform as the test officially begins!" Master Popo announced before flying up to the floating platform.

One by one, the martial students jumped onto the stage and immediately began

"Hand-Sword Technique…" Apollo muttered the title before reading the entire inscription. After a while, he shook his head and moved on. It was a simple technique that could turn one's hand into a sharp sword, but he lost interest. He already had the Simple Sword Technique, and although he hadn't tried it yet, he felt like he could achieve the same effect.

Besides, he preferred using a branch or wooden sword to increase his attacking range.

He continued to search for another technique. After waiting for some more people to leave, he stood in front of the next stone slab and read the battle technique.

"Water Barrier Technique. Conjure a barrier made out of water to block attacks. Once learned, one will be able to move the Qi in the surroundings to use the technique…" Apollo continued to read the description and the cultivation method.

So these so-called Battle Techniques encompass a lot… I guess there must be movement-related techniques as well since those could also be considered Battle Techniques.

Furthermore, one doesn't have to reach the 4th-Step Foundation Building stage to mobilize the surrounding Qi, as long as they have a technique that allows them to do so. However, this skill is limited to the technique they learn, meaning they couldn't use it to move Qi toward their injuries and heal them.

But this Water Barrier Technique… Do I need it? Apollo wondered. With his Simple Sword Technique, which could cut through any attacks sent his way, it was basically an offense-is-the-best-defense scenario.

Apollo left, making sure to memorize the technique in case he decided to choose it later.

He continued hopping from one stone slab to another, deciding to memorize all of them and pick one later. At the same time, he was curious about the Memory Alteration mechanism in these stone slabs. To him, they were just normal stones with some carvings on them. They didn't feel extraordinary whatsoever.

I guess I'll only find out how they work after this second exam since I'll probably only remember one technique.

After memorizing all of them, he found a place to sit down and chose the Battle Technique he really wanted to learn.