Everyone being selected already knew the process. They also knew that the earlier they tested, the more likely they were to attract attention. After all, by the time the testing dragged on, the senior brothers and sisters responsible for selection at the various peaks would be suffering from visual fatigue, putting them at a disadvantage.
At once, everyone surged forward, and soon formed two lines. The Infant Nurturing tests proceeded in orderly fashion.
From time to time, the Infant Nurturing Stone's light and shadow gave rise to grand visions, drawing cries of astonishment from the crowd.
"Sorry for the trouble, Old Desolate." Xu Yi ignored the commotion around him and sent a thought to Old Desolate.
"What trouble?"
"I'm afraid my strength no longer allows me to keep a low profile. What if I show off too much and everyone starts fighting over me?"
Old Desolate took a moment to figure out what he meant, then realized the guy wasn't just being coy. He sent back, "Then show off. That's just your talent, not a matter of personality. Even if Xue Ba finds out, he won't have anything to say. Maybe this way you can get into the main peak and rise straight to the top."
Xu Yi agreed wholeheartedly. He sent back, "Fine. I'll blind the hell out of them."
Though he was only playing Zhong Ruyi, all the frustration he'd endured had still left him feeling battered. It was time for him to rise.
As for his talent, both he and Old Desolate had absolute confidence in it. The hardships he'd faced along the way far exceeded what these young brats had endured, and his Profound Infant had been tempered to the utmost. Besides, he had Dual Infants. He was practically a bolt of lightning with thunder crashing