In chaotic times, one can become a martial immortal.

The Courage Barrier.

As the name suggests, it is a test of everyone's courage.

If one doesn't even have the courage to enter this enormous octagonal cage and face the Crimson Flame Tiger, then naturally one is not qualified to receive fame and fortune.

It's easier said than done.

Although the Crimson Tiger is not only confined in a cage, but also restrained by specially made chains, if one is not careful and gets scratched by its claws, or even gets touched by its spitting crimson flames, even if one survives by chance, one will definitely be seriously injured.

"You don't need to worry too much. This Crimson Tiger has been tamed and isn't very ferocious. As long as you don't completely provoke it, there shouldn't be much danger. If things get really bad, you can always back out!"

Seeing that everyone remained silent, the examiner in the scholar's robe smiled and said, "Who would like to try first?"

"I'll do it!"

After a brief silence, a young man in a white robe walked directly out of the crowd.

"You just need to avoid its attacks as much as possible. If you feel danger, you must immediately get out of the cage; otherwise, you will be responsible for your own life or death!"

After the examiner in the scholar's robe said something to the young man in the white robe, he opened a small door in the corner and let him walk into the cage.

"roar!"

Seeing that a small insect dared to enter the cage and provoke it, the Crimson Tiger revealed a human-like disdain in its eyes and let out a roar that was tinged with a bit of savagery.

The next moment, it suddenly stood up.

Even the cage, which was two zhang tall, seemed somewhat unable to contain its enormous tiger body.

Immediately afterwards, the Crimson Tiger's sharp, massive claws slammed down on the white-robed youth.

Without the slightest hesitation, the white-robed youth pushed his speed to the limit and began to dodge and run inside the cage.

Clearly, this challenge tests not only courage, but also speed and even agility.

The young man in white robes not only possessed the cultivation level of Transformation Realm, but had also mastered a movement technique, so his speed was naturally quite fast.

His figure resembled that of a monkey, leaping and bounding within the cage, easily dodging the Crimson Flame Tiger's repeated claw strikes.

"It doesn't seem too difficult!"

Seeing this, everyone outside the cage breathed a sigh of relief.

"If he had encountered a ferocious Crimson Flame Tiger outside, he would probably be dead already!"

Ji Baiying shook her head, her expression still quite solemn.

Others might not be able to see it, but he knew very well that the Crimson Tiger was simply playing around, and had not truly unleashed its speed or power.

Most importantly, it has not yet used its most terrifying attack methods.

Otherwise, even with his agility, the guy in the cage would never be able to move so easily again.

Ten breaths passed quickly.

This means that even if the young man in the white robe were to leave the cage now, he could still achieve a grade of B.

However, he did not do that, clearly intending to continue striving for the top tier.

"roar!"

Just then, the Crimson Tiger seemed to have its ferocity aroused by the little insect that was repeatedly provoking it.

Its enormous tiger claws, seemingly carrying immense force, slammed down towards the white-robed youth at incredible speed, arriving above his head in the blink of an eye.

This scene caused the crowd outside the cage to gasp in astonishment.

Several of the more timid young women even instinctively raised their hands to cover their eyes.

If the white-robed youth had truly been struck by the Crimson Tiger's claw, he might have been completely torn to shreds.

At this moment, the young man in white robes couldn't help but change his expression in shock.

His speed suddenly increased several times, and with a leap, he jumped directly to the other side of the cage.

However, during this process, one of his arms was still scratched by the sharp claws.

Blood dripped continuously, and a deep, bone-revealing gash appeared on his arm.

Fortunately, it was only grazed by the claw tip; if it had gone a few inches deeper, the entire arm might have been severed at the root.

"roar!"

Whether it was the smell of blood or the repeated teasing by its prey, the Crimson Tiger's ferocity was reignited.

Suddenly, it opened its mouth and spat out a stream of crimson flame.

Even before the crimson flames arrived, the white-robed youth could already feel the intense heat.

Without the slightest hesitation, he quickly landed and then decisively retreated through the small door.

"Good luck, exactly fifteen breaths, top grade!"

The examiner in the scholar's robe smiled and spoke to the young man in the white robe.

The young man in white robes bowed slightly, his face still somewhat pale, giving off a sense of relief after surviving a calamity.

I thought that he had already reached the Transformation Realm and had even mastered a movement technique, so as long as I dodged with all my might, I should be safe.

Unexpectedly, the Crimson Tiger was so terrifying that it not only nearly crippled one of his arms, but its fiery breath almost killed him.

"This Crimson Tiger is truly terrifying; I'm starting to consider quitting!"

"Even a master of the Transformation Realm almost died inside. We're only at the Inner Force Realm and haven't even mastered movement techniques yet. Wouldn't we be certain to die if we went in?"

Chen Zheng and Wang Chao, along with other candidates who only had the cultivation level of internal energy, were now considering withdrawing from the exam.

Although they had not yet truly faced the Crimson Flame Tiger, they had already sensed its terrifying power.

This year's martial arts exam was not only incredibly competitive, but also so dangerous that they had no chance at all; they might as well try again next time.

"Examiner, we're withdrawing!"

Without much consideration, dozens more chose to withdraw from the exam.

The two examiners did not stop them and let them leave directly.

"Next!"

Before long, the examiner in the scholar's robe, still smiling, once again turned his gaze to the remaining people in the room.

"I'll do it!"

Without remaining silent for long, Ji Baiying walked directly out of the crowd.

Although this Crimson Tiger is indeed terrifying, it has not only already reached the rank of Master, but has also cultivated an iron skin. If it performs normally, it is not difficult for it to last for fifteen breaths.

Amidst the astonished gazes of the crowd, no matter how the Crimson Flame Tiger swung its claws and spewed crimson flames, Ji Baiying easily endured for fifteen breaths.

"Although he suffered a setback in the county seat, it can't be said that he's weak. At least in our Qinghe County, among the younger generation, he should be considered the undisputed number one, right?"

"Barring any unforeseen circumstances, he should be the undisputed champion of this year's martial arts competition!"

Everyone was amazed to see Ji Baiying emerge from the cage unharmed and calmly.

"continue!"

Next, everyone entered the cage one after another.

Chu Jun, Xu Lin, Qian Rou, Xu Qing, Cao Yang, and others could easily dodge the Crimson Flame Tiger's attacks simply by using their movement techniques.

Fang Chang and Hong Lei, who had only recently entered the Transformation Realm, were scrambling and crawling, looking quite disheveled.

Many others, like the white-robed youth, were accidentally scratched by the Crimson Flame Tiger's claws and retreated with injuries.

A few unlucky ones were hit by a burst of crimson flames from the Crimson Tiger as soon as they entered, and couldn't even last three breaths before having to leave the stage and fight again next year.

Before long, under everyone's watchful eyes, the girl in the tiger-skin skirt also entered the cage and faced the Crimson Flame Tiger directly.

"She's really brave! She only has internal energy cultivation, yet she dared to go in!"

"Although she possesses superhuman strength, she has absolutely no chance against this Crimson Flame Tiger. I dare say, she'll be scrambling back in no time, or else I'll swallow three pounds of meat on the spot!"

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