In truth, this was the main reason behind Xiao Ying's sudden impulse. He did not merely want to test what his status as a "Supreme Genius" amounted to; it was also one of the main reasons he had waited until now to arrive at Heavenheart Island!
Xiao Wuxian was a crucial part of Xiao Ying's future arrangements, tied to many of his plans. Although Xiao Ying had great faith in the Sacred Concealment Alchemical Canon and the Concealed Saint Avatar, who knew whether some other method could see through them? Since this was on his way and suited the circumstances, experiencing it himself first was better than exposing his avatar or having the test fail.
Of course, Gu Lingqing's thinking had some merit too. This was also part of Xiao Ying's plan. His participation would indeed draw considerable attention, especially from Heavenheart Island's upper echelons, making it easier for new disciples to be noticed and indirectly sparing many truly talented people years of bitter struggle.
"Don't celebrate too soon. These are two entirely different matters! The Sky-Supporting High Priest's participation merely draws more attention to us new disciples. The two cannot be compared. After all, the witch path emphasizes bloodline inheritance, while the immortal path emphasizes immortal roots and comprehension. The Sky-Supporting High Priest is a Supreme Genius of the Barbarian Tribe, but that only speaks to the potential of his Witch Clan bloodline. It has little to do with his immortal roots or comprehension. Even if a new disciple's test results surpass his, that proves nothing, much less that they're a Supreme Genius!"
Xiao Wuxian looked at the excited Gu Lingqing and offered a levelheaded reminder.
With Xiao Wuxian now so close to Xiao Ying, their minds were effectively connected, much like a single mind attending to two tasks.