I created an extraordinary era

Chapter 682 A Warning, Borrowing Money
Is it really that difficult?

Waiting area for the fifth stage of the Transcendent Realm assessment.

Seeing that most of the people who came out looked dejected, Ding Yan frowned slightly.

It should be noted that among these people, several had reached the late stage of Dark Force in martial arts.

To reach the late stage of Dark Force at the fifth level of Transcendent Realm is an extremely exaggerated talent.

He would be considered a top genius anywhere outside of the Origin Academy.

Even with such ability, he still failed the test!

Just as he was thinking, a cold voice rang out in the hall.

"Next up, number 37 (Ding Yan)!"

Ding Yan took a deep breath and strode into the assessment area.

Watching his departing figure, the others in the waiting area began to whisper among themselves.

Do you think this person can pass the assessment?

"Disaster."

Upon hearing this, someone shook their head.

"So far, only 8 people in our area have passed the assessment, which is less than 25% of the total."

"That's right. To pass the test, the late stage of Dark Strength is just the threshold; actual combat ability is the most important!"

"Among the first thirty-six people, four of them were eliminated at the late stage of the Dark Force realm."

He had just witnessed the failure of several geniuses, including some at the late stage of the Dark Force realm.

A cultivator at the late stage of Dark Force and the fifth level of Transcendent Realm is considered a strong person and a top genius in the outside world.

But here, the late stage of internal strength is quite common.

So far, there have been more than twenty people at the late stage of Dark Force.

"Sigh, that examiner's practical skills are indeed impressive."

A sharp-looking young man gave a wry smile and replied:

"I consider myself to have decent combat experience, but I couldn't even last fifteen moves against him."

"That person's martial arts level is clearly similar to mine, but his grasp of timing and application of martial arts are far superior to mine!"

This person was one of the four who failed the test despite reaching the late stage of Dark Force in martial arts.

Before he came, he never thought he would fail the test.

After all, a late-stage Dark Force cultivator at the fifth level of Transcendent Realm is definitely a genius among geniuses, but reality dealt him a heavy blow.

"Nonsense, don't you even know where these people came from?"

Upon hearing this, someone scoffed.

"Most of the people in charge of these assessments are from the military."

"The combat capabilities of the military's superhumans are all extremely strong. In terms of combat ability alone, even the Origin Academy may not be able to compare with them."

No one refuted this.

It is a well-known fact that the military's superhumans possess formidable combat capabilities.

Otherwise, when the examiners were selected, 70% of them wouldn't have come from the military.

As for the remaining 30%, most of them belong to the Origin Academy.

Very few extraordinary individuals from other places were selected.

Of course, this assessment does not require defeating the examiners.

You only need to survive twenty moves!

The person who failed just now only lasted for fifteen moves.

Just as everyone was talking.

Inside the assessment area, Ding Yan was already in a standoff with the examiners.

In the center of the arena stood a middle-aged martial artist with an expressionless face. Judging from his aura, he was a late-stage Dark Force cultivator at the fifth level of the Transcendent Realm.

He's just a bit stronger than Ding Yan.

After all, Ding Yan had only recently broken through to the fifth level of the Transcendent Realm, so he was at a slight disadvantage in terms of cultivation.

But this difference is negligible.

Those who can pass the assessment are not lacking in cultivation.

"It's him!"

Upon seeing this person, Ding Yan's heart immediately tightened.

"No wonder several late-stage internal strength practitioners couldn't even last twenty moves; if it's him, then it's not surprising!"

Ding Yan recognized the examiner.

Zhao Feng.

However, Ding Yan and the other party do not belong to the same team.

Ding Yan was so familiar with Zhao Feng because Zhao Feng had broken through to the late stage of Dark Force at the fourth level of Transcendent Realm and had killed two demonic beasts of the same level during the trial that year.

Its combat effectiveness is extremely strong!

It can be said that most of the superhumans in the military know this person.

As for Ding Yan, although he can be considered a genius.

But they still can't compare to Zhao Feng, a top genius ranked among the top five in the military.

It is said that Zhao Feng broke through to the Grandmaster level in less than eight years, which is more than a year shorter than Ding Yan's breakthrough.

This person is very likely to break through to the Grandmaster level within ten years.

"You should know the rules,"

Zhao Feng's voice was flat and emotionless.

"He lasted twenty moves against me."

Although they were both military superhumans, he did not know Ding Yan.

Ding Yan wasn't that famous yet.

Only a squad leader like Ding Yan, and Wang Lei, who is at the peak of the sixth level of the Transcendent Realm, can be considered a genius of the same level as Zhao Feng.

Wang Lei became a Grandmaster around the same time as Ding Yan, and both of them entered the military in the same year.

Ding Yan was a level below them.

of course.

Even if they knew each other, Zhao Feng wouldn't dare to go easy on him.

This is the assessment of the Heavenly Road Certificate, and no one dares to show favoritism in such matters.

Once discovered, the consequences are extremely serious.

At least he doesn't need to think about entering the Myriad Manifestations Heavenly Road anymore!

"Should we choose a weapon?"

Zhao Feng's calm voice rang out from the side.

"Need not."

Ding Yan shook his head.

He had already checked; the weapons provided for the assessment weren't even first-tier ordinary iron weapons.

Therefore, the difference between using weapons and not using them is not significant.

At his level, ordinary ironware could not withstand his power.

Unless it's a top-tier piece of ordinary ironware incorporating extraordinary materials.

It's just that ordinary people wouldn't forge such a weapon, since using extraordinary materials to forge ordinary ironware would be a waste.

Furthermore, if one chooses the weapon oneself.

The same applies to the opponent.

If that's the case, then it's better not to use them at all.

"Well!"

"The assessment begins."

The moment Zhao Feng finished speaking.

Zhao Feng vanished from the spot.

So fast!

Ding Yan's pupils contracted sharply, and he almost instinctively dodged to the left.

A sharp gust of wind grazed his right shoulder, stinging his skin.

Before he could catch his breath, Zhao Feng's offensive came down like a storm.

Ding Yan's feet turned sharply, his internal energy surged like a tide, and as he crossed his arms to block, a scorching aura burst forth from every pore of his body.

The essence of fire has been subtly integrated into the boxing stance, scorching the air with subtle ripples.

"laugh!"

When Zhao Feng's palm touched the energy, it suddenly deflected. With the support of the wind-inspired intent, his figure fluttered like willow catkins, and his change of move was so fast that it almost left a afterimage.

At the same time, his right leg slashed towards Ding Yankong's empty gate like a battle axe.

"boom!"

Ding Yan lowered his waist and stood up, his fists wrapped in scorching blood and qi as he forcefully clashed with the opponent.

"boom!"

The fists and legs collided, producing a dull thud.

The scorching air and the sharp leg winds collided and swirled, stirring up even the fine dust on the ground.

Ding Yan felt an incomparably sharp force pass through his arms, mixed with a tearing and penetrating sensation.

His blood surged, and he involuntarily took three steps back, each step leaving shallow footprints on the floor.

In contrast, Zhao Feng only swayed slightly and was hardly affected.

Just as Ding Yan adjusted his stance to continue his attack, Zhao Feng spoke calmly:
"You passed!"

Upon hearing this, Ding Yan was immediately taken aback.

what's the situation?
Is he absolutely certain that it was less than twenty moves just now?

How did I pass it on my own?
"Your ability to integrate artistic conception into martial arts shows that you have already passed the test!"

"The twenty-move limit is intended to select true combat geniuses, not to rigidly count them."

Zhao Feng stood with his hands behind his back, his originally fierce aura now concealed.

He turned and nodded slightly to the referee:

"This person passes." The referee nodded and immediately announced:

"Number 37, you've passed the test!"

"You can leave now. When the Sky Road opens, someone will give you the Sky Road pass at the entrance."

"Remember, the Myriad Manifestations Heavenly Path will only be open for three days."

"If you miss the opportunity, it will be considered as an automatic forfeiture of your eligibility."

As the referee's voice faded, a huge weight was lifted from Ding Yan's heart.

If I fail the test, it would be a real shame to have let Uncle Xia down after three years of teaching.

Fortunately, it was much simpler than he had imagined.

He once again clasped his hands in a fist salute to Zhao Feng and the referee:
"Thank you!"

Zhao Feng nodded slightly, his attitude already different from before.

Clearly, Ding Yan's abilities have earned his recognition.

Moreover, the two might have a chance to meet again at Vientiane Sky Road in the future, so their attitudes will naturally change.

of course.

If Ding Yan fails the assessment, Zhao Feng won't even give him a second glance.

Someone who can't even get into the Myriad Manifestations Heavenly Road is naturally not worth his attention.

Ding Yan said no more and turned to push open the door to the assessment venue.

When he reappeared in the waiting area, he immediately felt dozens of burning gazes upon him.

"He's out!"

"It's only been a few minutes? Has it been approved or not?"

"His expression was calm, unlike those who failed before him."

Ignoring the crowd's comments, Ding Yan walked straight outside. He wanted to go back and tell Uncle Xia and his parents the news.

……

In the blink of an eye, more than two months have passed.

The assessment is almost over.

Currently, there are less than two thousand people who have not yet been assessed.

Origin College.

Looking at the ancient sea of ​​clouds before him, Ji Xuan smiled and asked:
"How many people have passed the assessment so far?"

"Reporting to the Dean, as of yesterday, there were a total of 3086 people."

"More than three thousand people? That's not bad!"

Ji Xuan nodded.

The number was slightly less than he had expected.

He originally thought that about four thousand people would pass the test.

But now it seems that in the end there will only be about 3500 people.

"Dean, many people outside are saying that the assessment is too difficult!"

Gu Yunhai gave a bitter smile.

"What makes it superior?"

Ji Xuan spoke calmly and indifferently:
"This standard is based on the strength of demonic beasts of the same realm, and is even slightly lower."

"If even this standard cannot be met, then entering the Myriad Manifestations Heavenly Path is nothing short of suicide!"

Upon hearing this, Gu Yunhai quickly nodded in agreement.

Just then, Ji Xuan suddenly asked:
"Director Gu, how many years have you been with the academy?"

"Reporting to the Dean, it's been twentieth year already."

"Twenty-three years."

Ji Xuan gazed out the window, his eyes distant.
"Twenty-three years. Time flies. When Hua Changfeng stepped down, he recommended you to Yuanzu, saying that you were reliable in handling matters."

"Old Hua has always been very good at judging people, and you have indeed done a good job over the years."

At this point, he changed the subject.

"However, I don't want something like this to happen again."

Gu Yunhai's face turned deathly pale instantly, and cold sweat soaked through his clothes.

He understood the unspoken meaning in Ji Xuan's words.

The dean not only knew that someone had asked him to pull strings, but he was also fully aware of the bribes he had received.

"I understand."

Gu Yunhai's voice trembled.

"Rest assured, there will never be a next time."

Ji Xuan's gaze lingered on him for a moment, a gaze calm yet carrying an immense pressure:

"Go!"

"Remember, you can use some underhanded tactics, but there are certain bottom lines that cannot be crossed, otherwise..."

The words fell.

Gu Yunhai felt his whole body stiffen, as if an invisible force had choked him.

This was the first time he had ever felt such terrifying pressure from Ji Xuan.

After a while.

The suffocating pressure dissipated instantly, and Gu Yunhai felt as if he had been granted a pardon. He staggered out of the office, forgetting even to bow.

The moment the door closed, Ji Xuan let out a soft sigh.

Gu Yunhai was recommended by Hua Changfeng, and he has indeed done a good job over the years.

He wouldn't have reprimanded the other party if they hadn't gone too far this time.

In this assessment, nearly fifty students from the Origin Academy failed.

So these people eventually found Gu Yunhai and asked him to plead for mercy from Ji Xuan.

After all, Gu Yunhai's words were usually very effective in the past.

If he were willing to step in, he might be able to change Ji Xuan's decision.

Gu Yunhai originally did not want to agree.

However, these people gave so much, totaling a full 50,000 contribution points.

This is equivalent to his entire ten years of income.

Faced with such a large sum of money, he was finally tempted!

They even spread rumors that the assessment was very difficult, which resonated with many people.

This has caused some minor trouble.

Shaking his head, Ji Xuan didn't think about it anymore.

Out of respect for Hua Changfeng, he could give Gu Yunhai face once, but only once.
at this time.

In my spiritual perception, someone was rapidly walking towards us.

"Director, Diaz of the Overwatch Council has something to discuss with you."

"Dias?"

Ji Xuan was stunned for a moment.

Didn't he say he wouldn't pursue the matter of Gu Yunhai?
Why is Diaz coming over here?
"Let him come over."

soon.

A young man in the Control Yuan uniform, with a stern expression, strode in.

Diaz was a top genius who ranked third in the first generation of the Prodigy Ranking.

Twenty-one years have passed, and he has now become a Grandmaster at the eighth level of the Transcendent Realm.

He is also one of the two deputy inspectors of the Origin Academy's Supervisory Board.

"Dean."

Diaz bowed respectfully, though his expression was slightly unnatural.

"What's wrong? Is it still about Gu Yunhai?"

Upon hearing this, Diaz shook his head awkwardly before speaking:
"Vice Dean Nangong sent me here."

"Nangong Hong?"

Ji Xuan was stunned again.

Isn't Nangong Hong in seclusion trying to break through his cultivation level?
How can I get someone to come find me?
And if you're looking for me, why don't you come over yourself?
Ji Xuan asked curiously:

"What's the matter?"

"Um... Vice Dean Nangong would like to borrow some Source Crystals from you!"

Diaz's voice trailed off, clearly finding the request somewhat difficult to make.

"Borrowing Source Crystals?"

Ji Xuan almost thought he had misheard!
"That's right!"

Diaz nodded.

"Vice Dean Nangong said that the cultivation has reached a critical stage and a large amount of source crystals are urgently needed."

"..."

Ji Xuan's lips twitched.

Once you reach the Unity Realm, who wouldn't need a large amount of Source Crystals?
Although he is the dean and has the right to mobilize resources, he cannot purchase items for free.

After all, the use of Source Crystals requires Xie Xuan's consent, and the purpose of Source Crystals is often decided very early on.

Therefore, he didn't have many cultivation resources of his own.

How much does he need?

The vice president said, "The more the better."

Diaz's voice was almost inaudible.

"The more the better?"

Ji Xuan's face darkened completely.

Even with his composure, he couldn't help but want to curse at this moment.

So you, Nangong Hong, want to cultivate, but he doesn't, right?
"One thousand, that's the most I can give you!"

(End of this chapter)