Bai Yishan was utterly frightened now. At first, when he saw Yang Chen score full marks in two rounds, he had actually been delighted. But delighted as he was, he had long since given up hope.
Why?
He did not think that an outstanding genius like Yang Chen would devote his mind to other unorthodox paths. After all, the reason those geniuses achieved things others could not was, first, their talent, and second, their martial hearts, firm as rocks.
Therefore, their Eastern branch had already lost all connection with the Bai Family's main family.
Though he could not help feeling disappointed, he quickly came to terms with it. First, failing to enter the main family was something they had brought upon themselves; it had nothing to do with Yang Chen. Second, Yang Chen's heaven-defying performance had completely conquered everyone and likewise earned their Eastern branch respect.
For instance, Bai Fu had just softened his stance and sent over a great gift, making the Eastern branch feel immensely honored.
Bai Yishan had never been someone who pressed others too hard. Since he had accepted the gift, he naturally would not continue holding anything against Bai Fu. Besides, Yang Chen had injured Bai Qingmo as well. All in all, neither family had gained an advantage, nor had either suffered a loss.
By comparison, it was the Eastern branch that had gained a tremendous advantage by accepting the gift.
He was already satisfied.
Yet he had never expected that while he was satisfied, Yang Chen would not let him remain satisfied. Just when everyone believed Yang Chen could not possibly accomplish anything in the third miscellaneous examination, Yang Chen suddenly displayed another level of ability, leaving the crowd dumbstruck and tongue-tied.
"The pill is forming—it's about to form!" someone knowledgeable cried out.
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