Zhuge Xiang took the stage

Zhang Kuang was the first to speak and jump onto the stage, naturally attracting a lot of attention. However, when they saw that he was only at the Meridian Opening Realm First Layer, many people laughed. No wonder he dared to rush up there. His own cultivation was only at the Meridian Opening Realm First Layer, so the Monster Beast he faced were naturally very weak.

Of course, many people disagreed, arguing that regardless, it's still facing six Monster Beasts of the same level, so the difficulty is the same. You say six Three-Star Low-Grade Monster Beast are nothing? If you 'Qi Cultivation Realm First Layer, would you dare face six One-Star Low-Grade Monster Beast?

These words immediately silenced many people. Indeed, it seemed that the difficulty of the first test was lower for those who were weaker, but for all the disciples taking the test, the difficulty was the same.

Seeing Zhang Kuang jump onto the stage with such arrogance, the middle-aged man presiding over the assessment showed a hint of surprise. He took the assessment certificate Zhang Kuang handed over, nodded, and his eyes held a hint of appreciation. "Not bad. Although your cultivation is only at the Meridian Opening Realm First Layer, it's very rare to have such cultivation at this age. What's even more remarkable is your courage. I hope to see you on the Floating Mountain in the future."

"Thank you for your praise, Senior Brother. Let's begin." The great battle was about to begin, but Zhang Kuang's Zhang Kuang attitude was not affected by the praise from the Deity Transformation stage disciple. He gripped his Spear tightly, focused his mind, and waited with his Red-Haired Crimson-Eyed flying wildly.

Silently nodding, the middle-aged Deity Transformation Stage disciples waved his hand, and Six Paths talismans shot out, landing on the ground. They then conjured six Three-Star Low-Grade Monster Beast. Judging from their aura, they were comparable to Zhang Kuang, Zhang Kuang was at the Meridian Opening Realm First Layer. The six demonic Monster Beast formed from the talismans roared loudly, exuding a chilling Demonic Qi. Their appearance made it impossible to tell that they were actually Talisman Beast conjured from talismans.

"Come!" With a tremor of his Spear, Zhang Kuang brimming with fighting spirit. His spear moved like a dragon, and he did not choose the conservative route of defense and then looking for an opening to counterattack. Instead, he launched an attack from the very beginning.

Regardless, this battle was the first selection assessment for Xiao Zhu Peak, and everyone watched with bated breath. Although six Three-Star Low-Grade Monster Beast were nothing to some disciples at the seventh or eighth level of the Meridian Opening Realm, the disciples on the field were only at the Meridian Opening Realm First Layer.

Zhang Kuang, like Jiao Dragon dancing wildly. Although he was only at the Meridian Opening Realm, Zhang Kuang aura suddenly surged. Judging from the fluctuations in his aura, he seemed to have reached the Meridian Opening Realm Second Layer. In addition, he specialized in Spear Arts, so the spear in Zhang Kuang's hand was naturally terrifying.

"The fluctuations of the Meridian Opening Realm Second Layer? Could it be that he broke through during the battle?" Many people discussed among themselves, sensing the sudden surge in Zhang Kuang's aura.

Breakthroughs in the heat of battle are never that easy. Many knowledgeable people shook their heads, saying, "This isn't a breakthrough, but rather the use of a secret technique to unleash Qi Burst, significantly increasing one's attack power for a short period. While it's not as powerful as the Bloodthirsty Technique, it's still a very good ability. However, its drawback is that it consumes too much Qi Energy."

Attack! Attack! Attack again!

Having Duel Zhang Kuang several times, Zhuge Xiang knew him very well. Zhang Kuang was a complete battle maniac; all his martial arts Skill were designed to enhance his combat power, and he adhered to the philosophy that offense is the best defense. Admittedly, by developing in this one-sided direction towards the ultimate in attack, Zhang Kuang's attack power was extremely strong, far surpassing that of opponents at the same level. However, because of his singular ability, his weaknesses were also obvious.

The spear is indeed the dragon among weapons. With the added enhancement of the Qi Burst Secret Method, its attack power was formidable. The battle lasted only a short while, like the time it takes to brew One Incense Stick of tea. In the end, Zhang Kuang Horse-Turning Spear delivered a powerful counterattack, killing the last Monster Beast and completing his test.

With a smile on his face, the middle-aged man, seeing Zhang Kuang as a battle maniac who best fit the Asura Sect's philosophy, looked at Zhang Kuang appreciatively and announced that he had passed the test. He then asked if anyone else wanted to go up.

Previously, everyone was intimidated by the content of the first test and did not dare to step forward. However, with Zhang Kuang's success, many Human Heart a surge of confidence. There was no reason why others could succeed but they could not. Since they dared to sign up for the Inner Sect Selection Trial, these people were naturally all people who thought highly of themselves.

Soon, more than a dozen people were contacted and went up on stage. However, the harsh reality made them realize that it was not easy to defeat six Monster Beasts with the same cultivation level as themselves at the same time. Of the more than a dozen people who went up on stage, only two disciples at the Ninth Layer of the Meridian Opening Realm passed the test.

The harsh reality and extremely high elimination rate have made many people take the difficulty of this first assessment seriously again, and their courage to jump onto the stage has diminished considerably.

"Is there anyone else coming up?" The middle-aged man asked again, as usual, after announcing the disciple on the stage's failure for the sixth time in a row.

"Let me give it a try," she said, her white dress fluttering as she moved with light, Lotus Steps, her footsteps as Antelope Hanging Its Horns, leaving no trace. Lu Yuling appeared on the stage, her cool and aloof aura like a lonely moon in the sky, captivating many disciples. At the tender age of sixteen, Lu Yuling's beauty was even more striking than before.

Even the middle-aged man in the Deity Transformation stage on the stage was slightly taken aback when he saw Lu Yuling. His previous Zhang Kuang had already impressed him, but Lu Yuling surprised him even more. She looked a little younger than Zhang Kuang, but her cultivation had already reached the Meridian Opening Realm Second Layer. What was even more remarkable was her demeanor. Her first impression could be summed up in four words: Heaven's Favored Daughter.

When Lu Yuling stepped onto the stage, Zhuge Xiang's expression became much more serious. Along the way, only Lu Yuling's cultivation speed had put heavy pressure on Zhuge Xiang. Lu Yuling felt that Zhuge Xiang was very strong, but Zhuge Xiang felt the same way. Although the two had a close relationship, they secretly regarded each other as rivals. Perhaps this was what it meant to appreciate each other.

"Meridian Opening Realm Second Layer? Be careful," the middle-aged man said after reviewing Lu Yuling's assessment certificate, as he summoned six more Talisman Beast.

Having failed six times in a row, can this seemingly beautiful female disciple succeed? Not to mention that this is an Inner Sect assessment that attracts a lot of attention, Lu Yuling's beauty alone is enough to draw everyone's attention. Many disciples are secretly worried that such a beautiful female disciple should not be harmed.

The six Monster Beasts were all at the Three-Star Low-Grade level, but the aura they exuded was even stronger than the one Zhang Kuang was facing. Facing the six Monster Beasts, Lu Yuling's expression remained cold. With a flick of her hand, a Dark Sword appeared in her hand. With the longsword in hand, one could faintly hear the sound of clear spring water dripping, Human Heart.

"Dharma Sword?" Zhuge Xiang became even more interested when he saw Lu Yuling take out a weapon. After knowing each other for so long, this was the first time he had seen Lu Yuling use such a proper weapon. The gloves he used before were just to complement the Clear Wave Palm.

The battle was about to begin. Facing the encirclement of six Monster Beasts, Lu Yuling used the Soaring Wave Steps arts technique) to move with unparalleled speed and a Mind's Eye, allowing her to perceive the speed and attacks of these Monster Beasts.

Whether it was the sharp claws or fangs of the Monster Beast, whether it was Monster Beast or a sneak attack, Lu Yuling could dodge them with the slightest touch Soaring Wave Steps her Lingbo Weibu footwork. Each of these Monster Beast was just a hair's breadth away from landing on Lu Yuling, but that tiny bit seemed like an insurmountable chasm.

With a light swing of her Dharma Sword, Lu Yuling, in a state of Clear Mind State, could perceive all the movements of these Monster Beasts. Her Dark Sword could strike the Monster Beast from incredible angles. Even if they didn't die, they would be injured, and their bodies would be covered with a layer of sky-blue Ice Shards, which would slow them down. This Ice Sword Magic Artifact clearly had the effect of reducing the speed of the opponent.

Zhang's Zhang Kuang battle was a relentless assault, like a battle madman, crushing everything in his path with a life-or-death attitude that was exhilarating. Lu Yuling's battle, on the other hand, was a graceful dance, like a butterfly flitting among flowers, giving people a different kind of beauty, like art. Even after the battle ended, everyone was still immersed in it, as if they had listened to a timeless masterpiece, until the middle-aged man on the stage announced the victory, and only then did they come back to their senses.

"Junior Sister Lu Yuling, please go and rest for now," the middle-aged man said to Lu Yuling, his eyes filled with a strange light.

Clear Mind State —how could a middle-aged man not know this? This is an ability that can only be possessed by those with a Xiantian mental strength far exceeding that of ordinary people. Clear Mind State and Sword Intent are actually similar in principle. However, Sword Intent, Spear Intent, and the like integrate one's mind with the weapon in hand, increasing one's combat power. Clear Mind State, on the other hand, uses the power of the mind to clear away all distracting thoughts, thereby enhancing one's perception and other abilities.

First came Zhang Kuang, which aroused anticipation; then came Lu Yuling, who amazed everyone. This middle-aged man felt that he was truly Luck. With his ability to Clear Mind State, Lu Yuling was born with a powerful Divine Sense, no wonder his demeanor was different. It was almost a certainty that such a person would become a disciple of the Deity Transformation stage in the future. Naturally, this middle-aged man was more amiable than ordinary people in his attitude towards Lu Yuling.

"Next, who else is coming up?" the middle-aged man asked after watching Lu Yuling leave the stage.

"I'm coming..." With a leap, Zhuge Xiang appeared on the stage, carrying the Sword of Slaughter on his back, his body exuding a dense aura of killing intent.

"Another guy at the Meridian Opening Realm Second Layer? And just as young," the middle-aged man on the stage thought, his eyes flashing as he looked at Zhuge Xiang.

With the same youth and cultivation level as Lu Yuling, the middle-aged man also held high expectations for him.