Beggar Cultivation System-Chapter 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 searching for the Battle Techniques they wanted to learn.

Apollo, however, didn’t jump right away. Instead, he followed the instructors with his eyes. Are they really going to stay there for three days straight? he wondered, noticing that the Headmasters and visitors were just sitting there. The only one showing any interest in what was happening was the old man whom Klown was constantly talking to.

It’s their problem, Apollo thought, shaking his head as he walked toward the platform. He had a feeling something was going on behind the scenes. His experience from his previous life told him that this Advancement Examination was hiding something. Recalling what he saw in the previous test only heightened his suspicions.

However, what mattered more to him was completing the first part of his mission and returning to his Beggar Spot to continue his cultivation. Whatever scheme was unfolding in the shadows, he didn’t care.

As he thought about his mission, he couldn’t help but search for his target, and it didn’t take him long to spot him. Arke was also walking toward the platform, taking his time and not in a hurry.

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Being observant, Apollo noticed something unusual. While walking, Arke kept glancing in the direction of the floating platform, specifically toward the mayor. Klown was displaying the same behavior. Although this was the first time Apollo had seen the mayor, it wasn’t hard to recognize him, given the statues and paintings of him all over the city.

Don’t tell me! These two have something going on between them?! Apollo shivered at the thought. Shaking his head, he knew it wasn’t that simple. I’ll think about it later. For now, I need to focus on passing this second test.

He jumped and landed on the platform. It was already packed with people, and they crowded around the stone slabs like they were at a market.

"Now, let’s see," Apollo said, moving toward the nearest stone slab where six or seven others were already reading the inscriptions.

Because of his small height, he couldn’t see much, so he had to wait until some of them left. Once they did, he took the opportunity to stand in front of the slab.

It was almost two meters tall, so he had to look up to read the first part of the technique.

"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.

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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.