Chapter 343 - 228: The Old Principal’s Killing Intent and Shrunken Battle Merits

Chapter 343: Chapter 228: The Old Principal’s Killing Intent and Shrunken Battle Merits

After discussing those two key matters, Yu Fei took another drink. He already felt a little numb, even feeling as if he’d really turned into a tree.

"Teacher, can Martial Saints survive in space?"

Yu Fei was very curious about this question. As the pinnacle of human strength, if they could leave their home planet and explore the vast universe, it would be a truly wondrous affair.

"Martial Saints... it depends on the characteristics of their Cultivation Technique. Some can survive in space for a short time, but not for long!"

"Why?"

Ye Shuping pondered for a moment before saying, "If a Martial Artist is away from their home planet for too long, something ominous will happen. They’ll get lost in the boundless universe. People have tried it before. After a few Martial Saints died, everyone gave up on the idea.

However, some folks are still researching it..."

"Teacher, has anyone considered building spaceships? To serve as supply stations for Martial Saints in space!"

"Alright, that’s something for you to explore after you become a Grandmaster. All I can tell you is that, limited by the borderlands and the desolation of the observable universe, many different paths have emerged even among Martial Saints.

When it comes to the future, the development of humanity, and so on, there’s no unified consensus.

The conflicts between Martial Saints are not insignificant. There are those who just want to lie flat and enjoy life, those who explore the various borderlands, those who research technology, those who attack other races... and so on.

Yu Fei, can you imagine it?"

Ye Shuping’s voice suddenly grew a little desolate. Yu Fei could feel that the emotion he revealed in that moment was so real, without the slightest hint of concealment.

"To this day, the number of Martial Saints among humanity is not small. A well-developed social system provides Martial Artists with extensive opportunities, especially for talents like you.

But, when you truly become a Martial Saint, will you still be willing to follow orders? We’re all Martial Saints, so why should I listen to you? Why can’t I do what I want to do?

I’m a damn Martial Saint, can’t I enjoy life a little?"

Yu Fei’s expression froze. He couldn’t help but think about what he would do when he became a Martial Saint. ’I’d probably pick a fight with the old Principal first, copy his golden talent, and then... search the whole world for people with golden talents and copy them...’

He then heard Ye Shuping continue, "Besides, those who achieve the rank of Martial Saint are all exceptionally sharp-minded individuals. Each has their own firm worldview. On the path of seeking truth, no one can say they are wrong. So... some things are best left for you to investigate after you’ve been promoted to Martial Saint.

I hope you won’t be disappointed when the time comes."

The topic was a bit heavy, leaving Yu Fei lost in thought.

"Teacher, is the Martial Saint realm the highest humans can cultivate to? Is there a higher realm?"

Ye Shuping was taken aback for a moment, then said grimly, "I hope... there is!"

’So there isn’t one,’ Yu Fei guessed, combining this with the information the old man had revealed. ’Perhaps because the path forward is cut off, the number of Martial Saints isn’t small, and the pressure from the main battlefield isn’t great, this group of top-tier Martial Artists has let themselves go and are immersed in their own worlds. In the martial path, strength is what ultimately matters. If everyone is a Martial Saint, it would naturally be difficult to unify them under a single path.’

Seeing Yu Fei fall into deep thought, Ye Shuping spoke up to remind him.

"Alright, these matters are too distant for you right now. You have to walk the path one step at a time and eat your meal one bite at a time. You do what’s appropriate for your level of strength, understand?"

A faint light flashed in Ye Shuping’s eyes. ’It’s rare to have an anomaly like Yu Fei. I have to cultivate him properly. While he’s still weak, I’ll slowly instill my own ideals in him. Hmm, this kid has been away for a month, but the aura of his foundation hasn’t changed at all. Could there be some conditions or limitations?’

Just then, he heard Yu Fei ask another question.

"Teacher, were the Martial Artists protecting us on the battlefield sent by you?"

Ye Shuping chuckled. "No!"

"Huh? That can’t be right. I sensed six auras, though?"

"I only instructed Lin Yuan City to keep an eye on things. The ones you’re talking about weren’t sent by me."

Yu Fei was plunged into deep confusion. ’Could it be that Lin Yuan City found people to protect us?’

Ye Shuping’s expression grew complicated as he said, "You possess an extremely special perceptive ability. Even I can’t escape your senses. There are some things I can tell you about in advance."

Yu Fei’s interest was immediately piqued, and he waited quietly for the revelation.

"The Seven Great Celestial Pride Classes have been around for a long time. Over the years, many organizations have emerged from them, spanning across various academies. They have now become a significant force to be reckoned with."

"Celestial Pride Martial Artists are naturally gifted. Coupled with the extra resources they receive, their strength grows extremely fast, and their combat power is immense. A considerable number of them have become Martial Saints. To this day, the principles of some organizations have soured and are no longer so pure.

In the early days, these organizations took on the task of protecting new Celestial Prides, a practice that has continued to this day. The Martial Artists you mentioned protecting you likely came from them.

Nowadays, this protection has changed in nature. It’s become a disguised form of screening, meant to absorb Martial Artists who meet their requirements.

I hope you will consider this carefully. It would be best if you didn’t join them!"

Ye Shuping’s expression was grim.

Yu Fei was confused. "Are they... that unreasonable? But Teacher, you’re the Principal. Why don’t you disband them?"

"Silly child, I’m one Martial Saint. They have dozens of Martial Saints. If they feel like showing me respect, they’ll call me ’Old Principal.’ If they don’t, they’ll curse me as an old fool and beat me up, and there’s nothing I could do about it!"

"Huh? No way! They’re that domineering? If I don’t join, will they beat me up?"

Ye Shuping was speechless. He was just making a point.

"In any case, you can interact with them, but be cautious about joining. Don’t give them any leverage over you, and don’t think you’re all that important. The one thing these organizations don’t lack is Celestial Prides.