Although Jiang Ye has enough resources now. But after the Second Break, his monthly expenses will skyrocket to millions. He needs to plan ahead. Take now for example, Jiang Ye already feels that the Martial Ginseng of Lower Profound Tier isn't as effective as before. After a while, he'll have to try Middle Grade Profound Tier Martial Ginseng and Martial Ganoderma. The price difference is fourfold. In the continuous progression of Martial Arts in the Starry Sky, the cost of improvement becomes higher as you go further. "Teacher." Jiang Ye couldn't help but ask curiously, "How much is the usual endorsement fee?" "At least over five million." Zhu Honglie smiled, "Different companies have different standards, you need to assess it yourself." Read complete versıon only at 𝓷𝓸𝓿𝓮𝓵⟡𝓯𝓲𝓻𝓮⟡𝓷𝓮𝓽 Jiang Ye pondered slightly. He was indeed a bit tempted but also had his reservations. "If I endorse those companies, and they explode later, wouldn't I become the scapegoat?" Jiang Ye said. "Indeed, you are very cautious." Zhu Honglie nodded satisfactorily, "No matter the benefit, there is always risk." "So I said, you need to assess it yourself." "You can choose to develop steadily and save money slowly, or you can accept others' gifts while bearing the corresponding risk," Zhu Honglie said. Jiang Ye nodded and said no more. He knew that in this matter, the teacher couldn't give him more advice. It needs to be assessed personally. "The second thing." Zhu Honglie continued, "In two weeks, I will arrange an S-Class mission for you, get ready." "S-Class mission?" Jiang Ye held his breath. Before the Newborn Competition, he had heard about it from the teacher. The practical missions at Penglai University are divided into S, A, B, C, and D levels. The higher the level, the higher the reward, and the higher the risk. Of course, it's within a reasonable range. A freshman S-Class mission means the highest level task that a freshman can undertake. "You will perform this task with Yun Qing'Er, Shen Changxi, and Liu Wanxiao," Zhu Honglie added, "The mission code name is—[Fortress Judgment]!" "Fortress Judgment!?" Jiang Ye held his breath. It sounds very unusual! "You'll know the specifics then," Zhu Honglie smiled mysteriously. "Alright." Jiang Ye nodded. "This time, the school will evaluate your performance." "If the performance is excellent," Zhu Honglie smiled, "the reward will be beyond your imagination." "If you achieve the highest score, the school will also provide extremely precious Martial Arts special resources." "You must understand that some things cannot be bought with money, such as the Penglai Gift," Zhu Honglie smiled meaningfully. Jiang Ye nodded heavily. The Penglai Gift and the Star Sea Gift, no matter how much wealth, might not be able to exchange for them. "By the way, teacher." Jiang Ye suddenly remembered something and asked, "The contract for Upper A says there are five quotas per year for advanced studies at White Dragon University. When is this?" "White Dragon University?" "That's still early." Zhu Honglie shook his head with a smile, "At least, wait until you achieve the Second Break." "Going for advanced studies at White Dragon University is indeed very important for you." "White Dragon University, as one of the top ten prestigious schools, exists based on the 'White Dragon Court'. You'll experience it then." "But the primary requirement for advanced studies is to achieve the Second Break." "Otherwise, you won't benefit much from going," Zhu Honglie shook his head. "I understand, teacher." Jiang Ye immediately nodded. No wonder the teacher hadn't mentioned it before. It seems his strength hasn't yet met the requirements for advanced studies. "That's all for the side talks," Zhu Honglie said solemnly, "Next, let's adjust your cultivation plan." "Yes." Jiang Ye immediately perked up his ears. "From today, reduce your daily cultivation time by two hours." "Increase the time for consulting me by one hour, and increase the time for challenging Starry Sky Rank by another hour..." Zhu Honglie adjusted the cultivation plan. Jiang Ye listened attentively. The cultivation plan must be adjusted according to his growth progress. Zhu Honglie's adjustment plan came very timely. "Reduce cultivation time by two hours?" Jiang Ye pondered, "These two hours are added to consulting and actual combat." It's very reasonable. Now, progress is slower with just cultivation alone. Instead, intense battle allows for rapid improvement. Just like the previous showdown with Shen Changxi, within a few minutes, Jiang Ye's spear technique made significant progress. "...Within half a year, your Starry Sky Rank needs to reach the Second Rank," Zhu Honglie finally added. Jiang Ye was stunned. Within half a year, Second Rank? It's very challenging. He hasn't even reached the First Rank yet. Jiang Ye thought for a moment and curiously asked, "Is it because of the Twenty-Fifth School Genius Cup?" Half a year later happens to be the time for the Genius Cup to start. "Only when you reach the Second Rank in the Starry Sky Rank," Zhu Honglie said calmly, "will you have a chance to achieve a ranking in the Genius Cup." "Strive hard, aim for this goal." "Yes." Jiang Ye nodded solemnly. He remembered that if he could reach the Second Rank of the Starry Sky, the school would also reward him with 50 million Federation coins. This was a tremendous opportunity for advancement. Naturally, Jiang Ye wouldn't miss it. Afterward, Zhu Honglie began today's teaching session. "Wow~" In the training room, Jiang Ye wielded his long spear, drenched in sweat. Zhu Honglie stood by, giving guidance from time to time. It was only four hours later, near midnight, that Zhu Honglie departed. And Jiang Ye, after washing up, entered the Martial Arts Celestial Ladder, embarking on a whole night of will training. On the morning of November 1st, inside the manor's training room. "Boom!" "Bang~" Jiang Ye, holding a long spear, moved like a wandering dragon, each thrust echoing like rolling thunder, rumbling continuously. He was extremely fast, causing the spear tip to burst out with shadows of the Great Sun. If a powerhouse practicing the same Great Sun Spear Technique were present, they would be astounded. Because Jiang Ye was displaying the twenty-sixth form of the spear technique—Wandering Dragon Piercing Sun! A few days ago, Jiang Ye had just begun practicing this form. This form had already been executed to a perfect degree. "The spear moves like a dragon, piercing through the scorching sun!" Jiang Ye's whole body burst with power, accompanied by the flickering of Star Energy. A phantom of a Great Sun emerged. "Boom!" The spear tip blazed forth, piercing through the phantom fiercely. A silver Star Ring spread out, unleashing a vast energy shockwave, sweeping through the entire training room. "Rumble" The surroundings echoed with thunderous roars. "It's already taking shape." Jiang Ye withdrew his spear and stood upright. The transition from the twenty-sixth to the thirtieth form of the Great Sun Spear Technique is the embryonic form of the Third Form Ultimate Technique, crucially important. It can initially unleash large-scale damage. Just like the 'Moonfall' previously executed by Shen Changxi, with a diameter reaching ten meters, instantly covering the entire arena. The Third Form Ultimate Technique of the Great Sun Spear Technique—Sunfall, is of the same scale of destructive power. "Spear Technique Realm." Jiang Ye looked at the panel. [Great Sun Spear Technique: Minor Success (16%) → (20%)] "Improved by 4% in one day." Jiang Ye smiled. Previously, it might have been less than 3%. This also proves that Zhu Honglie's adjustments to the cultivation plan were very correct. Just on the first day, there was significant progress. "My current strength." "Has improved by at least 20% compared to before." Jiang Ye thought to himself, "If I had this strength yesterday, I might have had a chance to defeat Shen Changxi." Just as he thought of this, his smart bracelet suddenly vibrated. "Beep!" Jiang Ye opened the bracelet's projection. [Hello, Student Jiang Ye!] [Dingsheng Group sincerely invites you to discuss a commercial endorsement... If interested, please click the link below] Several message notifications sounded consecutively. [Student Jiang Ye, Sanqiang Group invites you to discuss a commercial endorsement...] [Student Jiang Ye, Beixin Group sincerely invites you to discuss endorsement matters...] "Commercial endorsement invitation?" Jiang Ye's expression changed slightly. He quickly reviewed all the messages. And didn't make a decision immediately. "No rush, I'll look at it later." Jiang Ye closed the bracelet and resumed holding his spear. Cultivation is the primary task. Everything else can be set aside. Under the night sky, Jiang Ye opened his phone once more. He had over ten unread messages. Jiang Ye checked each one and suddenly his expression changed: "Star Professional Center?" Isn't this an organization of the Federation Examination Bureau? No, it can't even be called an organization; the Star Professional Center itself is part of the Federation's official framework! Why did they come looking for him for endorsement? "Link." Jiang Ye pondered for a moment and clicked on the link below the invitation page. The next moment, a projection appeared. A handsome man in black emerged. "Student Jiang Ye," the handsome man smiled, "I'm Chen Kang, Director of the Star Professional Center stationed in the Penglai District of Tianhai City." "Hello, Director Chen." Jiang Ye nodded. The handsome man got straight to the point: "I represent the Star Professional Center, sincerely inviting you to sign a pre-booking endorsement contract, with a signing bonus of 10 million." "If six months from now, you reach the top ten in the Genius Cup, you will receive a total endorsement fee of 30 million Federation coins."