Six hundred and twenty-two!
That number of stubborn stones was truly astonishing. Looking across all previous final examinations, very few had ever obtained so many stubborn stones. Every one of them had been a standout among geniuses, an elite among elites.
Before the final examination began, almost everyone had believed that Guang YaoHui would inevitably take first place. Many gambling houses had even opened betting pools for it.
Yet the final result had greatly exceeded everyone's expectations. Guang YaoHui's stubborn stones had been completely snatched away by Fan Lang, while Fan Lang had become the undisputed first-place winner.
This first-place finish brought both fame and fortune. It came with generous rewards and renown throughout the universe, something countless people dreamed of.
The many examinees looked at Fan Lang with all kinds of expressions in their eyes: admiration, envy, and jealousy.
Some even whispered among themselves, making a few sour remarks.
"Hmph, so what if he got first place? He stole the Seventh Imperial Prince's stubborn stones, which means he offended the Seventh Imperial Prince. Do you really think he'll have an easy life in the future? This is called losing more than you gain! For a little immediate profit, he offended someone he never should have offended!"
"His first place was nothing but picking up the leftovers. The Seventh Imperial Prince and Fei Tian happened to fight until both were badly wounded. He took the opportunity to injure the Seventh Imperial Prince and kill Fei Tian. That was hardly an honorable victory."
"The entrance examination is only the first step into Aurora Academy, only the beginning. Who will achieve more in the future is still unknown. Wait and see."
These people were all speaking in secret. Some communicated through thought transmission, while others secretly sent their voices. No one was