(*^o^) Advances Smoothly
And so!
Among the examiners, one stern-faced old examiner who specialized in formations pondered for a moment before writing: "Candidate Lin Daiyu forcibly destroyed the core node of the [Illusory-Breaking Sword Formation] with exquisite sword techniques within three-quarters of an incense stick, causing the formation to collapse, then broke through head-on. Her method of breaking the formation was highly effective, fully accomplishing the feat of 'breaking the formation' and far exceeding the time limit. Grade: A+, with the highest marks."
Another examiner, an elegant gentleman well versed in swordsmanship, wrote: "The candidate's swordsmanship is extraordinary, seemingly imbued with profound principles. Within the illusion, she went straight to the truth and overcame skill with force, displaying exceptional talent in the Way of the Sword and extensive combat experience. Her progress through the formation was clean and decisive, truly exemplary. Grade: A+, with the highest marks."
The third examiner was a female official who placed greater emphasis on testing one's Dao heart. She wrote: "When faced with a formation that confuses the heart and clouds the mind, the candidate was initially somewhat bewildered, but quickly regained her clarity. Such a steady Dao heart is rare among Qi Refinement cultivators. Her character is excellent, and she acts decisively. Grade: A+, with the highest marks."
The fourth examiner gave an overall assessment: "She completed the trial in an extremely short time, using an unusual method with astonishing results. She fully demonstrated overall strength and adaptability far beyond those of her peers. She meets every requirement for a perfect score of A+. Grade: A+, with the highest marks."
The fifth examiner was succinct: "Slashing her way through the sword formation has never been seen before. A+, with the highest marks—beyond question!"
Soon, clerks gathered the five assessments and presented them. Although each