Ascension to the Gods

Chapter 458 Turning stone into gold
"Su, I've heard that the Floating Realm is bitterly cold and difficult to cultivate in."

"It's truly remarkable that you've reached this level of skill."

At the edge of the deck, Chu Cheng looked at Jiang Jian with admiration in his eyes.

next to.

The woman nodded and said, "The Saturn Floating Realm is located in the ring of stars, and its spiritual energy is indeed scarce, so only humans can survive there."

Jiang Jian remained silent, only nodding slightly.

He knew absolutely nothing about the Floating Realm.

If I say something wrong, it will inevitably arouse suspicion.

Jiang Jian understood very well.

This opportunity to travel is very precious.

These three years must not be wasted.

Any potential influencing factors must be completely eliminated.

While talking.

Another portal opened.

Several creatures fell out from it.

at this time.

The number of people is increasing.

Center of deck.

The transparent humanoid figure looked around and its gaze fell on the counter.

He grinned, revealing a smile.

"Finally, we've collected enough."

It grabbed the counter, raised its head, and let out a low growl!
"seal up!"

Click!

The surrounding array barriers immediately resounded with a loud thud!
soon.

The deck was sealed off, and no more doors were opened.

"Welcome to the second level."

"As voters of the Demon Kingdom, we need to remain loyal to the Demon Kingdom."

"Within the formation, any choice you make will come from your heart, and there is no way to lie."

The transparent humanoid figure stretched out its arms as it spoke.

boom!
Hundreds of illusory water spheres fell from above!
In front of each person, a water sphere floats!
"Please enter and begin your assessment."

The transparent humanoid figure fell silent.

Many creatures wore solemn expressions.

Extend your palm and touch the water balloon.

"Let's go."

Chu Cheng spoke first, grabbing the water sphere in front of him.

next moment.

His entire body was sucked into the water sphere!
Just a few seconds.

The deck was now completely empty.

Only these water spheres remain, floating quietly.

Jiang Jian looked at the water sphere in front of him and immediately realized that it was a temporary illusion.

just.

This illusion.

At first glance, it looks very rudimentary.

In reality, however, a strange aura always lingered within it.

"A multiple-choice question, perhaps?"

Jiang Jian calmed himself down, raised his palm, and gently touched the water sphere.

An immense pulling force swept over in an instant!

Jiang Jian did not resist, but followed the aura and entered the water sphere.

Light and shadow scatter and then reassemble.

The scene before me was a grand hall.

Jiang Jian looked around, a flood of information rushing into his mind.

I am the current prefectural official, and this place is the official residence.

Just now, I captured two assassins.

After verification, it was found that they were a mother and daughter.

Their reason for the assassination was very simple: revenge.

"You corrupt official!"

The plump woman was dressed in a black robe, her face filled with resentment!
Although her robes were loose, they could not conceal her figure.

next to.

The young woman, draped in a thin veil, her curves accentuated, was also bound by ropes. She said coldly, "If my skills are inferior, I will die without regret!"

Jiang Jian stared at the two of them with a strange expression.

He has discovered.

This mother and daughter are not only stunningly beautiful.

She exudes a deadly allure from head to toe.

Its twisting and struggling is enough to get your blood boiling.

at the same time.

A row of transparent options appeared before my eyes.

"First, strip the mother and daughter of their cultivation and take them into the palace."

"Second, have compassion and let the mother and daughter go."

"Third, loosen the ropes and let the two of them kill him to avenge him."

Fourth, kill the assassin directly.

Fifth, suspecting that the two had ulterior motives, we used various methods to interrogate them rigorously in order to find out their true purpose and origin.

Follow the rules.

If you choose the right option, you can pass the level immediately.

Jiang Jian looked at the mother and daughter, his eyes thoughtful.

Obviously.

Their attire didn't resemble that of assassins at all.

"If we consider the interests of the government..."

"The fifth option is the safest and the most comprehensive."

Thinking about it.

Jiang Jian raised his finger and clicked on the fifth option.

But the next moment.

Jiang paused, her expression slightly changing.

He noticed it clearly.

The strange aura from before continued to surge forth.

He forced himself to tap the fourth option!

"This strange aura can actually detect true thoughts!"

Jiang Mian's expression turned somber as she stared at her raised finger and fell silent.

Once the fourth option is selected.

I am very likely to be eliminated immediately!
at the same time.

In another illusion.

Chu Cheng's forehead was covered in sweat as he growled, "I want to choose the fifth one!"

That being said.

But his fingers were completely out of his control.

He raised his head straight up and pointed to the first option!

Take this mother and daughter into my palace!
"It's over!"

Chu Cheng's face was ashen, and he slumped to the ground, as if he had lost all his strength.

This is indeed his true thought.

"Selection complete!"

A cold voice sounded.

A long message appeared below.

"The true identities of the two are voters from the Kingdom of No Form."

"You took this mother and daughter and indulged in pleasure day and night in the palace, eventually having your soul drained, losing your official seal, and causing the demon kingdom to lose a prefecture city and three resource points."

"disuse!"

Upon hearing the verdict.

Chu Cheng sighed helplessly.

"This assessment is too insane."

He struggled to his feet, and the illusion around him shattered abruptly, revealing that he was back on the deck.

Around Chu Cheng.

Others appeared one after another, their faces still showing disappointment and resentment.

Many of them were eliminated by the first option.

However, some people actually had a different idea: to let the mother and daughter go, or to sacrifice themselves so that they could take revenge.

These creatures were eliminated even faster.

even.

As soon as they appeared, they were kicked off the deck one by one by the transparent humanoid figure and fell directly off the giant ship.

"How terrible."

The transparent humanoid figure kicked out forcefully, sending away another person who had let the mother and daughter go. His face was full of lingering fear and relief.

"Fortunately, there is the Heart-Detecting Array, which is used to isolate the scum."

"If these people become voters, the country is not far from destruction."

At this time.

In fantasy.

Jiang Jian's fingers were already mostly raised.

It looked like it was about to point to the fourth option.

"wrong."

Jiang frowned, her thoughts racing.

“Every living being does things differently.”

"Their temperaments and personalities are also vastly different."

“As a Star Lord-level nation, the Xuan Shou Demon Kingdom would not be so irrational as to deliberately select people with similar personalities.”

"Personality is definitely not the key factor in the assessment!"

While thinking.

Jiang Jian suddenly raised his head, staring at the fifth option, his eyes slightly brightening.

"I understand."

"The Demon Kingdom's intention is to make everyone aware of it."

"At all times, the interests of the nation must take precedence over personal preferences!"

"This test isn't about loyalty, it's about willpower!"

"As long as one's outward behavior is loyal, regardless of one's inner thoughts, it is no different from true loyalty!"

Think of this.

Jiang Jian's expression hardened, and he forcefully manipulated his finger to point to the fifth option!

Click!

The sound of joints trembling could be heard.

Jiang Jian's fingers trembled slightly, but remained extremely firm as she slowly moved away from the fourth option and pointed towards the fifth option.

Overcome your inner demons.

This requires an extraordinary willpower!
Now.

Jiang Jian already understood.

What the Xuan Shou Demon Kingdom wants is not genuine loyalty.

As a star-lord level nation.

Its superiors know better than anyone else.

There is very little true loyalty in this world.

but.

If living beings can restrain themselves and always maintain "loyal" behavior.

They already meet the admission requirements.

Obviously.

Those who participated in the assessment were generally able to identify the correct option.

just.

They lack willpower.

Guided by the aura of the Heart-Probing Array.

These people are unable to control themselves, nor can they overcome their own thoughts and force themselves to choose the right answer.

finally.

They can only be eliminated.

"Selection complete!"

at last.

Jiang Jian's finger, with great effort, forcibly moved to the fifth option.

A message, clearly presented.

"The true identities of the two are voters from the Kingdom of No Form."

"You used secret methods to interrogate them rigorously, eventually uncovering the truth. You brought the mother and daughter to justice and wrote a detailed report, which you submitted to your superiors, earning you great praise."

"by!"

As the sound falls.

The surrounding illusions shattered abruptly!

Jiang Jian opened his eyes and his gaze sharpened.

There were fewer than ten people left on the deck!

The Chu Cheng from before had long since disappeared.

To Jiang Jian's surprise,

That woman from before hadn't been eliminated. Instead, she stood a short distance away, pale-faced, scrutinizing me.

"Su, congratulations."

The woman approached, her breath weak, and she began to cough uncontrollably.

In her illusion, there were two handsome men.

It almost made her lose control.

despite this.

Despite her strong willpower, she overcame her true feelings and chose the right option.

Willpower seems elusive and intangible.

However, if too much is consumed, living beings will become physically and mentally exhausted.

not to mention.

When making a choice, there is also a forced guidance from the Mind-Testing Array.

If one's willpower is not strong enough.

There's absolutely no way to pass!
"Zhang Chou, congratulations."

Jiang nodded in response, but didn't say anything more.

The two had exchanged identification documents not long ago.

Therefore, Jiang Jian knew her name.

"The next test will be on your comprehension and understanding."

The transparent humanoid clicked its tongue and scanned the area.

"If I pass, I can become a temporary voter!"

The words fell.

It stretched out its arms again, creating a portal.

"go in."

on the deck.

The few remaining people exchanged glances and went through the door one after another.

The portal was shaking.

The light and shadow changed rapidly.

Jiang Jian took a step forward and opened her eyes.

This is a huge platform.

on the platform.

Dozens of people were quietly cultivating.

These people possess profound and serene spiritual energy, and each has their own unique characteristics.

Noticing that Jiang Jian and the others had entered, no one even glanced at them.

Obviously.

These people all passed the first and second rounds.

In this assessment.

They are the true elite.

Zhang Chou stopped, glanced at Jiang Jian, and said in a low voice, "Let's wait for now."

The words fell.

She sat down on the ground and began to close her eyes to rest.

Jiang Jian nodded gently, found a quiet corner, and began to meditate.

Simultaneously.

While cultivating, Jiang Jian also observed the living beings around him.

Those who made it this far.

Not only is his talent and aptitude exceptionally outstanding.

Their temperament and willpower are also incredibly strong.

Even if one cannot become a temporary voter.

Their future achievements will not be low either.

only.

The third stage will still eliminate many people.

During the assessment process.

The first two rounds eliminated the most people.

The final stage has the lowest elimination rate.

"The conditions for becoming a formal voter are still unknown."

While cultivating, Jiang Jian pondered the transparent humanoid's words and captured an important piece of information.

It just said.

Passing the third stage allows one to become a temporary voter.

but.

It did not mention how to become a formal voter.

Temporary voters are not Jiang Jian's target.

after all.

With a level 7 root bone.

I have already obtained temporary voter status.

"Official voters are treated far too well."

"Once accepted, you will receive a massive influx of resources from the Xuan Shou Demon Kingdom."

"Therefore, its difficulty must be extremely high."

Thinking about it.

Jiang Jianxin's mind sharpened, and he secretly braced himself.

Now, I have left Jiuchang and am far from the battle plan.

Nie Zheng is helping him with his affairs.

Voter selection is a must; failure is unacceptable.

This is related to my spiritual practice over the next three years.

There can be no negligence whatsoever.

Before the assessment.

Jiang Jianhui took the time to use the paper doll Qingfeng to give instructions on the infiltration operation and complete the necessary tasks.

but.

Not long ago.

The assessment officially begins.

Jiang had no choice but to temporarily put her work aside.

Nie Zheng was responsible for all of these tasks.

Thoughts are surging.

Time passed quickly.

Three hours.

"We have enough people."

"The third stage is about to begin."

The stone figure stood in front, its voice deep and muffled.

It was about ten feet tall, its entire body was made of stone, and it exuded a powerful demonic aura.

At this time.

A huge platform.

On each stone slab, there is a living being.

As the stone figure's voice faded.

The detailed rules of the third level were transformed into flowing light text.

It appears before everyone.

"Fireball, a level 1 talent, can ignite and illuminate, and is very useful."

"The Horse-Slaying Saber is a level 1 divinely bestowed weapon with a sharp blade, which can be used to chop firewood."

"Turning Stones into Gold: A basic supernatural power that can turn stones into gold."

at the same time.

The stone man let out a muffled shout.

Hundreds of packages immediately rained down from the sky!

Wow!

These packages open automatically.

They landed in front of each person.

Jiang stopped cultivating and looked up.

Three things were floating in front of him.

A ball of intense heat.

A long knife.

An ancient book.

The stone man's voice echoed across the platform once more.

"The third stage lasts for 24 hours."

"Equip the innate light orb, bind it to the divinely bestowed weapon, and cultivate basic divine abilities."

"In three hours."

“Cultivate these three things to the specified standard.”

"That's it!"

The words fell.

The stone man said no more, turned around and walked to the end of the platform, where he sat down with a thud.

soon.

The creatures on each stone slab were deep in thought, beginning to study these three things.

This hurdle is very clear.

To test the spiritual understanding and comprehension of living beings.

As long as you have the required comprehension, you can successfully pass the level.

despite this.

These creatures participating in the assessment still dared not let their guard down.

The elimination rate in the third level is not as terrible as in the first two levels.

But it also accounts for nearly 90%.

therefore.

The so-called "designated standard" of the stone man.

It will definitely be ridiculously high.

"Cultivation of magical powers first."

After observing for a while and analyzing the situation, Jiang Jian immediately made a judgment!
Cultivating supernatural powers is the most difficult thing to do.

The time required varies.

No one can tell.

The best option is to first cultivate and comprehend the basic supernatural powers.

"Secondly, refine the Fireball technique."

"Use the remaining time to familiarize yourself with the horse-slaying sword."

After making up my mind.

Without the slightest hesitation, Jiang Jian took the ancient book rubbing and began to study the spirit and lines!
he realized.

To get a high score.

While cultivating and comprehending the supernatural power of "Turning Stone into Gold".

You must trigger the True Lord's personal instruction!
The direct transmission from a True Lord is a special phenomenon.

Some True Monarchs of the Spirit Platform Realm, with great love in their hearts, expend enormous amounts of source energy to make a copy of the supernatural powers they have cultivated and comprehended, forming a rubbing.

These rubbings, made with special materials, carry fixed lines that capture the essence of the subject.

As long as the living being's own cultivation reaches the Divine Palace Realm.

They can all learn this supernatural power by following the rubbings.

On the moon.

The Transformation Technique of Qiyue Zhenjun.

That's it.

However, receiving personal instruction from a true lord is an extremely rare event.

Only beings with sufficient comprehension can trigger the rubbing technique!

The more complex the supernatural power, the more difficult it is to trigger!
Once the True Lord's personal instruction is triggered.

Then.

The level of the supernatural abilities cultivated by this being will immediately increase.

In fact, it is no different from the True Lord personally transmitting the Dharma!
after all.

The rubbings made with supernatural power can only reproduce the general outline.

The true essence of the lines cannot be obtained without personal instruction.

And now.

The requirements for the third test were so stringent that one had to trigger a personal instruction from the True Lord to pass.

Although this is not explicitly stated in the rules.

but.

Almost all the geniuses present could guess this.

It is for this reason.

On a huge platform.

The expressions of these creatures became even more solemn.

Only a few people were scattered in a corner of the platform, their expressions relatively relaxed.

Their cultivation level is at the Spring of Life Realm.

One cannot cultivate supernatural powers in the Yongquan Realm.

therefore.

Their third item was an additional level 1 talent orb.

Compared to the absurd difficulty of cultivating supernatural powers, which requires triggering a personal instruction from a True Lord.

The level 1 talent, Light Orb, seems much simpler.

(End of this chapter)