Assessment Passed

After passing the first test, Yang Tianyou let out a long breath and rested for half an hour before pushing open the second bronze door and going inside.

White clouds drift lazily by, mountains and rivers are beautiful, and a black stone tablet three zhang tall stands in front of the cliff. This is a giant Heavenly Evolving Stone, on which a large number of precious Divine Ability and Secret Method are recorded.

Space distorted, and Yang Tianyou stepped out. Looking at the stone tablet before him, he immediately understood the second test: comprehension!

Sitting cross-legged, Yang Tianyou probed his Divine Sense into the stone tablet. In a daze, he felt as if he had arrived among the stars. All around him were dazzling stars, each representing a different Divine Ability or Secret Method.

At that moment, a star flew towards him and disappeared straight into his mind.

Second Heaven Divine Ability, Flowing Light Escape Technique.

When cultivated to the Great Achievement level, one can transform into light and travel hundreds of miles in an instant. It is a very good escape Divine Ability, and it is extremely versatile. No matter what attribute of cultivation Cultivation Method one practices, one can master this Divine Ability.

To pass the Sacred Son Assessment, one must cultivate this Divine Ability to the entry level of the Second Heaven within one month.

Despite having the help of the Jade Register Heavenly Book, Yang Tianyou did not want to waste time.

This is a matter of attitude, but it should be taken seriously; otherwise, it would be irresponsible to oneself and one's Lineage.

After memorizing the cultivation method of the Flowing Light Escape Technique, Yang Tianyou immersed his mind in the Jade Register Heavenly Book and began his cultivation with the assistance of the Dao Comprehension Space.

As he advanced to the Nascent Soul Realm, the Dao Comprehension Space became increasingly powerful, and for over a hundred years, the Jade Register Heavenly Book had been subtly enhancing Yang Tianyou's comprehension.

With both factors combined, his current level of comprehension is terrifying; if not unparalleled in the entire Lu Wu Realm, it's close.

In other words, in terms of vision and knowledge reserves, there is still a considerable gap between them and those ancient monsters who have lived for hundreds or thousands of years.

However, this takes time to develop and can't be rushed.

There's a saying in the Cultivation World: the older, the more powerful. While not absolutely true, it's generally true.

Yang Tianyou mastered the Second Heaven of Divine Ability in no time, only five days, and reached the entry level, thus passing the test.

A flash of light, and he was back in the outside world. Two of the four bronze doors in front of him were already open.

Without hesitation, Yang Tianyou pushed open the third door and went inside.

The atmosphere of everyday life washes over you; before you lies a bustling town, and a dirty child stares blankly at everything around him.

Suddenly, a middle-aged man walked over, smiling at the child, and said, "Kid, would you like to eat Big White steamed bun?"

Yang Tianyou awoke from his daze, and everything that had happened in the illusion flashed through his mind.

This test is a test of one's character.

If someone is cold-hearted and heartless, no matter how talented they are, they will find it difficult to inherit the position of Saint Son.

Fortunately, even though Yang Tianyou's memories were obscured, his true nature remained unchanged.

To his enemies, he was a nightmare, but to his own people, Yang Tianyou was absolutely devoted, as evidenced by the attitude of the younger generation of the Yang Household towards him.

Although there is only a one-word difference between "awe" and "respect," the meanings they represent are quite different.

With a flawless mindset, the Three Passes was naturally passed without any surprises.

Next was the fourth bronze door. After adjusting himself for a moment, Yang Tianyou strode over.

As light and shadow shifted, Yang Tianyou opened his eyes to find himself in a space that was ten thousand feet in diameter and several hundred feet high.

An invisible yet powerful force suppressed every corner. Yang Tianyou released his senses and quickly discovered that the spatial intensity here was far higher than that outside, and its suppressive power on cultivators was also more prominent.

The obvious contrast is that the range of Law Power is much shorter.

Outside, Yang Tianyou could freely control his Law Power even from a hundred miles away, but he couldn't do that here. Simply put, the noise and commotion of the battle were reduced by many times.

Buzz!!

The swirling Array Mark outlined the figure of a Cultivator.

This man was dressed in a white battle robe, and his shiny bald head was decorated with silver star patterns. Although he was smiling, he could not hide his fierce aura.

Fierce, powerful, and full of malevolence, he is definitely a rare genius among Nascent Soul Early Stage cultivators.

"Defeat me, and you will become the new White Tiger Sacred Son!" The bald youth stretched out his hand, touched his shiny forehead, and said with a smile.

Yang Tianyou narrowed his eyes slightly. He could easily sense that the guy in front of him had also cultivated the "White Tiger Heaven-Opening Scripture," and his physique was extremely compatible with the Cultivation Method, making him move like a young White Tiger.

Boom!!

Without uttering any unnecessary words, Yang Tianyou held the knife in both hands, and a pair of platinum wings appeared on his back. With a flash of light, his figure remained still in place.

However, the next moment, it suddenly appeared opposite the bald youth.

Clang!!

Only now did the clear, resonant Blade Cry out.

A rich starlight burst forth from the bald youth, instantly forming a set of tiger-head armor.

Aww!

The ferocious roar of the tiger was earth-shattering, with layers of sound waves spreading outwards. This was a Divine Ability, and the cultivator had reached a considerable level. If an ordinary Nascent Soul Early Stage cultivator were to be suddenly struck by this attack, it would be common for them to suffer severe injuries.

Tear!!

However, this sonic wave was far from enough to withstand Yang Tianyou's blade, and was directly torn apart.

Then, the Great White Blade Momentum subtly unfolded, with golden and silver light intertwined and swirling around it, representing the Power of the Stars and the power of Geng Metal.

In recent years, Yang Tianyou's self-created Great White Heavenly Blade has also been developed to the level of the Second Heaven of Great Achievement. The reason for such rapid progress is entirely due to the combined blessing of the three paths.

With the Blade Dao as its edge, the Metal Element Dao as its bone, Star Dao as its body, it is only natural to combine the three to elevate a Divine Ability to the Great Achievement Perfection of the Second Heaven.

"Kill!!"

With a low shout, Yang Tianyou swung his sword down, unleashing Heavenly Blade, drawing in endless sword energy. Centered on the two of them, the area within hundreds of feet was filled with exceptionally sharp sword energy.

If a Golden Core Cultivator were present at this moment, they would most likely be cut into pieces.

Bite!!

The crisp clang of metal striking metal rang out one after another, sparks flew, and the furious roar of a tiger echoed deep into the space.

Bang bang!!

Yang Tianyou crashed through layers of air and retreated, creating a series of deafening sonic booms due to his incredible speed.

He stood with his knife in hand, calmly looking at the Winged White Tiger before him.

It is said that it is easy to draw the skin of a tiger but difficult to draw its bones, but the White Tiger Divine Beast that this bald young man has conjured with his Divine Ability truly possesses a certain charm.

Call!!

A howling wind formed a hurricane that raged across the sky and earth. As the White Tiger pounced, the hurricane followed, as if countless blades were swirling towards Yang Tianyou, trying to grind him into dust.

Boom!

Undeterred, Yang Tianyou unleashed his White Emperor Indestructible Body, his powerful physique like Falling Star falling from the sky, forcefully breaking through the hurricane in front of him and arriving behind the White Tiger transformed from the bald youth.

A large hand reached out and grabbed the White Tiger's tail, then unleashed its power and swung it violently backward.

Thump...!

A thunderclap seemed to rise from the ground, and ripples spread across the earth. Hidden Array Mark emerged from the depths of the earth under this powerful attack, like a spider web appearing on the ground.

Having landed a successful blow, Yang Tianyou pressed his advantage, swinging his longsword and, amplified by the Great White Blade Momentum, slashing fiercely at White Tiger's forehead.

Clang!!

The sound was crisp and clear, as if he had struck not bone, but high-grade Spirit Gold.

Feeling the vibrations from the Twin Blades, Yang Tianyou's pupils contracted slightly. The overall physical strength of the person in front of him was not as good as his.

But his physique was far superior to Yang Tianyou's, incredibly hard.

One subject is better than the other!

The moment the thought crossed his mind, a fist the size of a bucket came rushing towards him, its knuckles forming the head of a roaring White Tiger, its fangs bared, ready to devour him.

"Snort!"

Faced with this attack, Yang Tianyou snorted coldly, his body remaining as still as a mountain, and he took the hit head-on.

His resilience is one of his strengths; it would be a waste not to use it in combat.

Trading injury for injury has become a regular fighting tactic for Yang Tianyou.

Thump!!

The fist landed on his shoulder, instantly cracking large chunks of flesh and bone, turning half of his body a bloody mess.

However, Yang Tianyou seized the opportunity perfectly, Starlight appeared in his palm, and he thrust it out fiercely.

Pfft! Pfft!

Blood splattered, and in an instant, it vanished as a wisp of light.

Yang Tianyou stabbed the bald young man three times, targeting his vulnerable spots: neck, heart, and eye socket. In an instant, both men were severely injured.

However, how could the bald youth possibly compete with an enemy who was almost invincible?

Before long, Yang Tianyou recovered from his injuries and continued his attack with unstoppable momentum, making the bald young man's eyelids twitch and inwardly curse him as shameless.

In reality, he was incredibly envious of this incredible recovery ability.

Half an hour later, the bald youth was completely unable to fight and lay motionless on the ground.

Yang Tianyou walked over, stood beside him, and watched quietly without making a move.

"You win, the next White Tiger Sacred Son is yours!" The bald youth smiled, and with a bang, he transformed into a streak of light and vanished.

"The Sacred Son Assessment!"

The voice of the Guardian Deity General echoed in the space. Yang Tianyou felt his body lighten, and colorful light flashed in front of him. When he came to his senses, he had already appeared outside the Four Symbols Tower.

Looking at the young man before him, who was one of the best among all the Saint Sons of the Four Symbols Sect, the Guardian Deity General very satisfied.

He said with a smile, "Do you know the identity of the cultivator you face in the fourth trial?"

"The previous generation's Saint Son?" Yang Tianyou guessed.

"Indeed, his name Fierce Tiger Saint Son. He is fierce in nature and extremely skilled in Dao of Combat. In the battle to protect the sect, he, at the Nascent Soul Great Perfection, single-handedly defeated a Nascent Spirit Transformation. His strength is among the top tier of White Tiger Sacred Sons throughout history," the Guardian Deity General praised, then sighed rather forlornly.

If we can calmly wait for the disciples like the Fierce Tiger Saint Son to grow up, even if that demon becomes stronger, he won't be able to overthrow the Four Symbols Sect...

Unfortunately, there are no "what ifs" in this world.

In other words, if the Four Symbols Sect's strength hadn't declined, why would that demon have come knocking on their door?