Chapter 2094: Chapter 2049: Good Luck?
"People like this are everywhere; it’s commonplace, so no need to pay too much attention," Chen Yang said indifferently.
Nangong Zheng said nothing more.
Coincidentally, the next name called was Nangong Zheng’s.
"Chen Yang, my friend, it’s my turn now, so I’ll go ahead," Nangong Zheng said politely, cupping his fists towards Chen Yang.
"Alright, I wish you success," Chen Yang responded in kind.
Then, Nangong Zheng walked towards the star stone and slowly placed his hand upon it.
At first, one star lit up quickly.
After a while, the second star appeared.
The crowd believed this would be his limit.
Yet unexpectedly, as the test was about to conclude, a third star lit up.
Three stars!
Wow.
Many in the audience were astonished.
Despite Nangong Zheng’s late-stage Qi Cultivation Realm, his talent reached an astounding three stars, truly remarkable.
Not to mention the ordinary people around.
Even Chen Yang, who had interacted with Nangong Zheng, felt somewhat surprised, not anticipating he’d have a three-star talent.
"With only late-stage Qi Cultivation strength yet possessing three-star talent, it seems he is a loose cultivator without sect support," Chen Yang speculated based on Nangong Zheng’s situation.
"Indeed, you are also a three-star, which means your talent is very good, a promising prospect for cultivation," the elder noted, alleviating his previous disappointment upon seeing the second three-star.
Among thirty people, having even two three-stars is quite commendable.
"Thank you for your praise, elder," Nangong Zheng was evidently surprised by his three stars, and his expression showed excitement and joy!
"Alright, you may step down," the elder nodded approvingly, allowing Nangong Zheng to leave.
"Congratulations, Nangong, my friend. I didn’t expect your talent to be so strong; I admire you," Chen Yang cupped his fists in congratulation.
Nangong Zheng replied happily, "Chen Yang, you’re too kind. It’s just luck. I believe your talent won’t be lacking either."
Truth be told, Chen Yang was also curious about his own talent in terms of stars.
He knew little about the cultivation world, had few interactions with geniuses, and lacked background for comparison, unable to predict his outcome.
Nonetheless, he conservatively estimated that he would have at least three stars.
"Hehe, then let’s hope your words bring fortune," Chen Yang chuckled softly, saying no more.
The test proceeded, quickly reaching the last person.
Which was Chen Yang.
Chen Yang walked onto the stage, placed his hand with anticipation.
Under normal circumstances, stars would soon appear on the star stone, with at least one star lighting up.
But even after more than ten seconds, no stars appeared on the star stone.
What was different was the star stone’s originally radiant five-colored glow becoming even brighter and flickering swiftly.
The crowd was stunned.
What was happening?
Everyone expects stars to light up, yet this individual caused the lights to flicker instead?
Confusion filled their hearts; they couldn’t grasp what was occurring.
This included the elder overseeing the test and the people from Cangnan Academy.
They shared faces of bewilderment, uncertain of what was happening.
"Strange, the star stone has never made an error before. Why is it behaving this way now?" The elder pondered, perplexed.
"Could the star stone be malfunctioning, causing this anomaly?" Another elder speculated, stepping forward.
The testing elder was equally unaware, contemplating for dozens of seconds before nodding, "It should be."
Chen Yang was resigned.
Why did the star stone have to malfunction when it was my turn?
"What should I do now?"
The star stone was unusable, making it impossible to assess his talent.
"Do you have a Qi Cultivation Realm?" the elder asked after some thought.
"Yes," Chen Yang nodded.
"Then let’s consider you admitted," the elder declared.
Wow.
Upon hearing the elder’s words, those who were eliminated were filled with envy and jealousy!
Why didn’t such fortune come their way?
Why didn’t the star stone malfunction during their test, allowing them to slip through?
Regret filled their faces.
What they didn’t know was that allowing Chen Yang to pass wasn’t arbitrary.
The elder conducting the test was experienced.
Chen Yang was young, with a dignified presence.
Additionally, having the Qi Cultivation Realm indicated Chen Yang’s above-average talent.
Not wanting to waste time testing further, the elder decided accordingly.
"Alright, the test is concluded. Those who passed remain; those who didn’t, descend the mountain," the testing elder announced to the crowd.
Oh!
The unsuccessful sighed, then descended the mountain.
From initially three or four dozen people, only half remained at the peak.
"Nangong, my friend, it truly seems your words bore fruit. I didn’t expect the star stone to malfunction," Chen Yang appeared fortunate yet felt regret internally.
Originally hoping to see his own talent.
Nangong Zheng saw Chen Yang wasn’t ordinary, smiled, and said, "Chen Yang, my friend, this wasn’t mere luck. I believe even if the star stone functions properly, you’d pass the test."
"Haha," Chen Yang responded with a faint smile, choosing not to elaborate.
Meanwhile, after those who didn’t pass had descended, the elders from Cangnan Academy began to lead the admitted candidates into the passage towards the Mystic Realm.
During entry, the testing elder earnestly explained basic knowledge of the Mystic Realm to everyone.
Since the Mystic Realm was established centuries ago, its attire and architecture are of ancient style.
No modern items exist.
Because, in the cultivators’ eyes, all modern civilization’s achievements are seen as insignificant.
Communication? Telepathy or communication talismans can achieve this.
As for transportation, it’s even more redundant.
Any cultivator can travel thousands of miles a day, so modern technology is almost unseen in the Mystic Realm.
Moreover, there’s another point.
The Mystic Realm lacks unified laws.
What exists are individual rules set by each faction.
Each faction’s territory has differing rules, so the testing elder advised them to avoid issues.
Especially cautioning everyone not to leave the academy’s range lightly once there.
Otherwise, in case of accidents, the academy would be uninvolved.
"Additionally, all of you are specially recruited; once in the academy, you’ll be randomly assigned!"
"The academy’s specific rules will be explained in detail by designated personnel."
"In a word, once you enter this passage, you are no longer people of this world and must accept new regulations."
"Does everyone understand?"
The testing elder asked.
"Understood!" many replied in unison.
"Good, then enter the passage!" The testing elder made way.
All who passed proceeded sequentially into the tunnel.
Initially, Chen Yang thought the spatial passage would be like previous entries into some mystical realms.
Reaching the Mystic Realm in an instant.
Yet upon entering the passage, he discovered the two were entirely different.
With mystical realms, crossing through leads directly there.
