Reflection

Deep within the Vast Desolate Ancient Region, a towering ancient tree swayed its branches in the gentle breeze.

This place was originally known as a forbidden area for humans, but because of the presence of the Bodhi Ancient Tree, the area within its shadow is a pure land!

Since the evil intent of the Bodhi Ancient Tree had been dispelled, everyone was truly safe after entering this area.

At this moment, beneath the Bodhi Ancient Tree, there are clusters of light emanating a misty green glow.

Within each of these orbs of light was a human figure.

However, the people inside the ball of light all had their eyes closed, as if they were fast asleep.

However, some of them had calm expressions, some were angry, some were sad, and of course, some had spirited smiles on their faces.

Clearly, they are all experiencing different illusions!

All of this was, of course, the work of the Bodhi Ancient Tree.

The Bodhi Ancient Tree, having returned to its original form, did not summon five Dou Sheng puppets as in the Original Work, nor did it attempt to kill.

This kind of simple illusionary test is not difficult, but it is not easy either. It mainly tests a person's character.

As time went by, some people passed the test, while others failed.

"Buzz~"

Those who pass the test of the illusion will be transported into the inner space of the Bodhi Ancient Tree by the green halo.

"Pop~"

As for those who fail the test, the green aura that originally enveloped them will shatter on the spot, and the person inside the aura will lie unconscious under the Bodhi Ancient Tree.

Those who failed the test and fell into a coma will likely be thrown into the Vast Desolate Ancient Region before the Bodhi Ancient Tree disappears.

Meanwhile, those who passed the test of the illusion will find themselves in another space when they awaken.

"Where... is this place?"

The thought of waking up to find oneself in another space would likely make most people feel uneasy.

This is only human nature!

At this moment, what appeared before these people who had passed the test of the illusion was a misty green space.

"Next, you will need to pass my second test. Everyone who passes the second test will receive a Bodhi Seed and qualify for the final competition to cultivate Bodhi Heart!"

The little novice monk, transformed from the Bodhi Tree Spirit, reappeared before everyone.

However, after the first round of screening, there are actually not many people left now, less than a hundred.

"Is there a second test?"

Some people expressed their confusion.

The young novice monk, Bodhi, also smiled at this moment.

"Naturally, this second test is actually for yourselves."

Bodhi said with a hint of mystery on his face.

"Ourselves? What do you mean?"

Clearly, most people don't know the meaning of Bodhi's words.

"You'll find out soon enough, go on..."

As soon as he finished speaking, Bodhi's figure became ethereal again until it disappeared completely.

Seeing this, those who had passed the first test couldn't help but look at each other in bewilderment.

"Hey! Where do you want us to go?"

Bodhi's abrupt and nonsensical words left everyone completely bewildered.

"Anywhere is fine..."

These were Bodhi's last words.

After that, no matter how others called out to him, Bodhi no longer responded.

"This..."

Everyone was completely dumbfounded.

Going anywhere is fine, right?

Because of the strangeness of the situation, for a moment, everyone was at a loss as to what to do.

Why are the records of the Bodhi Ancient Tree in my clan completely different from what I see now?

"Yes, that's not how it's described in the records of my clan about the Bodhi Ancient Tree!"

"The trials of the Bodhi Ancient Tree are supposed to be very dangerous, right? Why do they feel like... I just can't quite put my finger on it!"

"The danger seems to have disappeared, but it's become more mysterious and elusive."

"Yes, that's exactly the feeling you're describing!"

"Dangers that are visible to the naked eye may be easier to overcome; these mysterious tests, on the contrary, are much more difficult..."

I think so too!

"Don't overthink it. Since that self-proclaimed representative of the Bodhi Ancient Tree said we can go wherever we want, let's just wander around."

This inexplicable test left everyone feeling bewildered!

The people of the Myriad Formation Spirit Palace, along with the Starfall Pavilion, the Gu Clan, the Flower Sect, and the Heaven Demon Phoenix Clan, are currently discussing this matter.

Because of the alliance of five forces, which now occupy about one-third of the population, the Hun Clan, who originally harbored ambitions of causing trouble, now only wants to minimize their presence to avoid being ganged up on...

Hun Yu didn't even dare to show its head!

However, since they were inside the Bodhi Ancient Tree space, no one knew whether taking any action would anger the Bodhi Ancient Tree, so they naturally didn't have time to deal with the Hun Clan for the time being.

However, even with the five factions united, they still couldn't reach a conclusion.

After all, this situation has never been recorded in ancient texts!

Whether it was their imagination or not, they felt that some kind of change had occurred to the Bodhi Ancient Tree.

"It seems that we can only follow the advice of the Bodhi Ancient Tree's representative and explore the surrounding area first."

Having no clue what to do, this was the only option left for the group.

No one objected.

However, none of the people who had close ties with Xiao Yan him after entering the place, which inevitably caused them some concern.

However, regardless of the circumstances, they had no choice but to overcome this second challenge first.

Immediately, the people from the five factions joined together and slowly began to explore the surrounding area.

However, after they had traveled a certain distance, another change occurred!

"Buzz~"

Spacetime distortion!

This time, they did not lose consciousness or fall into an illusion; instead, a terrifying Spatial Power forcefully separated them all.

"This is?"

Meanwhile, before the separated people could even panic, what they longed for appeared before them!

"Bodhi Seed!"

Yes, at this moment, a Bodhi Seed has appeared before everyone's eyes!

Immediately, everyone's breathing became rapid with excitement.

"Buzz~"

However, before anyone could even reach out and grab the Bodhi Seeds...

A green halo emanated from around these Bodhi Seeds.

Then, in just a short while, these Bodhi Seeds transformed into their respective shapes!

At this moment, everyone was startled once again.

However, many people soon realized what was happening.

"So that's how it is. This is what the Bodhi Ancient Tree's proxy meant by the second trial being ourselves? Overcoming the reflected self is the key to obtaining the Bodhi Seed!"

Someone revealed the truth about the second test!