The one-eyed giant tiger's massive body crashed to the ground, utterly lifeless, bringing Yang Jing's Fourth Match to an end with another complete victory.
This victory meant more than passing the most dangerous hurdle of the Dragon Gate Martial Trial.
It also meant that he had successfully passed the entire examination. He would soon shed his status as an Outer-Door Disciple and officially become an Inner-Door Disciple of the Profound Truth Sect's Lingxi Peak, taking another step along the path of cultivation.
Every Outer-Door Disciple knew that the sect had always reserved its true attention and training for Inner-Door Disciples.
Only entry into the inner sect represented a future, represented potential.
When Outer-Door Disciples traveled beyond the sect, even calling themselves disciples of the Profound Truth Sect left them feeling uncertain. But once Inner-Door Disciples left Duck Mountain Island, they naturally represented the Profound Truth Sect!
The Main Peak steward responsible for the examination hurried onto the platform. His gaze fell on Yang Jing, who stood tall despite being drenched in blood, and a trace of wonder and admiration surfaced in his eyes.
He had already recognized Yang Jing's considerable strength, but he had never expected him to sweep through all four rounds so overwhelmingly, effortlessly killing even the two mutated beasts in the Fourth Match.
He nodded slowly at Yang Jing, his voice carrying approval. "Congratulations, lad. You have impressive strength and a steady temperament. From this day forward, you are an Inner-Door Disciple of the Profound Truth Sect."
Yang Jing drew a deep breath and suppressed the surging blood and qi within him. The savage aura around him quietly receded, and he bowed slightly to the Main Peak steward, who was bending down to gather the two beasts' corpses.
He remained as humble as ever, without the slightest