Why Tong Gu had been able to score above eight in all categories was not merely because of his compatibility with the round stone—the shield could also be freely summoned and dismissed.
The most important point was that, because the Mystic Turtle Snake Stone had been embedded in Tong Gu's arm, demonic aura could serve as an energy source and continuously flow into it.
Next up was the only disciple participating in this selection—Living Buddha - Shi Mo.
His nearly monstrous "Heavenly Eye" allowed Living Buddha - Shi Mo to glimpse the path of advancement. His rate of advancement was beyond that of ordinary people, and he had likewise opened a True Mansion unique to himself during the Fourth Stage of Transcendence.
However, whether Living Buddha - Shi Mo's True Mansion was related to Buddha or to Asura remained unknown for the time being.
When Living Buddha - Shi Mo took the round stone, it suddenly burst into golden light without him actively infusing it with energy.
The Mystic Turtle phantom that had originally been hidden on the surface of the round stone nearly came to life. The forms of the turtle and snake floated in the air, slowly swimming about. In the end, drawn by the Buddha light, the Mystic Turtle left an imprint on the back of Living Buddha - Shi Mo's hand.
It no longer appeared in the form of a shield. Instead, a layer of tortoiseshell armor covered Living Buddha - Shi Mo's entire body.
"Haha! My Dihua Ability Institute truly has no shortage of talent... Pure Yang, your Arts Academy has produced another talented individual."
Pure Yang Old Ancestor was also quite surprised by Living Buddha - Shi Mo's performance. "Buddha-Demon Physique... I never thought the Buddhist sect would produce such a monster. The sword-wielding