Twenty breaths had passed.
When the third basic assessment ended, only seven assessors remained, and one more fell.
Thus, the basic assessment came to an end.
Out of the three hundred and sixty assessors, including the members of Tianxia Building, only sixty-five people were left.
This was still just the Outer Hall.
"The basic assessment has passed."
Grandmaster An’s gaze swept over the remaining assessors and said, "The second phase can hardly be called an assessment, as long as you sixty-five enter the front hall, face the statue of the Human Ancestor and make your heartfelt pledge, if the Human Ancestor statue does not reject you, then you can become disciples of the Outer Hall of Ancestor Hall. For those unwilling, Ancestor Hall will not compel you, you may leave now."
The crowd remained silent.
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Since they came to participate in the assessment, naturally, no one would leave at this moment.
"Good."
Grandmaster An slightly nodded and said, "Follow me into the front hall."
Immediately, Grandmaster An turned and walked towards the front hall.
The sixty-five assessors also followed into the Ancestor Hall.
Meanwhile, a large crowd watching from not far away burst into tumult and clamor.
"It seems that this year’s members of Ancestor Hall are more numerous and superior in standard than in previous years."
"Isn’t it? Suddenly, a few prodigies emerged, especially that exceedingly beautiful woman who, from beginning to end, did not even show her weapon, casually displaying such terrifying strength."
"Ah, such a fine lady, such a rare talent, actually willing to serve others?"
"That young master’s background must be astonishing, his aura just stepped into the Four Symbols Heaven Barrier and already possesses such strength, how terrifying must his future be?"
"Ordinary members of the Outer Hall are one thing, but those qualified to participate in the Inner Hall assessment are much stronger than the usual Four Symbols Heaven Barrier Peak, especially those still independent; we must invite them quickly."
In an instant, messages and intelligence flew at the fastest speed to many prominent figures within Di Hong City.
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The front hall of Ancestor Hall was majestic and vast, the interior deep and spacious, and upon entering along the long steps, one could see a huge statue standing in the hall.
It was a statue of a burly man clad in animal hide, carved so lifelike with a smile on his lips, a face that appeared exceedingly kind, seemingly mercifully gazing at the creatures of the world, his eyes also carved with the distinctive double-pupil feature.
Is this the Human Ancestor?
Lin Yue looked up at the statue of the Human Ancestor, faintly feeling that this statue was somewhat too realistic, especially those eyes, as if they were really watching everyone in the hall.
"Salute to the Human Ancestor!"
Grandmaster An solemnly called out, being the first to kneel before the statue of the Human Ancestor.
The people behind him knelt down as well.
In the whole of Great Yong, including the God Emperor himself, everyone had to kneel before the statue of the Human Ancestor, after all, he was the greatest ancestor of the Human Clan.
"Follow me and make your oaths."
Grandmaster An said softly, "Human Ancestor above, after I enter Ancestor Hall, I will never betray the Human Clan, never reveal the secrets of Ancestor Hall, should I go against this, Heaven and Man shall forsake me!"
His solemn, deep voice echoed in the hall.
The people behind him also repeated, "Human Ancestor above, after I enter Ancestor Hall, I will never betray the Human Clan, never reveal the secrets of Ancestor Hall, should I go against this, Heaven and Man shall forsake me!"
Ancestor Hall is the most ancient of Holy Lands, its status transcendent, with hardly any rules and bindings.
The most crucial were these two clauses, as for joining any forces, whether they were affiliated or even plotting a rebellion, Ancestor Hall would not interfere.
As the voices of the crowd rose in Ancestor Hall, it seemed to trigger some mysterious power, an invisible aura suddenly filled the air, and the eyes of the Human Ancestor statue seemed even more alive, as if watching over everyone in the hall.
Lin Yue was startled.
"Rise."
After Grandmaster An stood up, he turned to look at the people and said, "Among you, no one was rejected by the Human Ancestor. All may become disciples of the Outer Hall."
Lin Yue stood up and said, "Rejected by the Human Ancestor? Is this statue of the Human Ancestor actually alive?"
"In a sense, it truly is alive." Grandmaster An smiled and nodded, "It is said that when Ancestor Hall built this statue, the Human Ancestor had infused a strand of his divided soul into it, thereby constantly protecting Ancestor Hall."
A strand of a divided soul?
Lin Yue raised an eyebrow slightly.
"Now that you have all saluted the Human Ancestor and taken your oaths, you are disciples of the Outer Hall of Ancestor Hall henceforth."
Grandmaster An stated, "Disciples of the Outer Hall may freely browse the first thirty-six levels of the Transmitting Martial Hall, and may also receive a True Self Level Martial Arts inheritance without cost, as long as it is not imparted to outsiders. The Divine Weapon Hall and the Hundred Refinement Hall will also open to you."
Many of the newly appointed Outer Hall disciples immediately showed a hint of joy and excitement.
Why join Ancestor Hall?
Isn’t it for better cultivation resources?
Unless one belongs to those noble families of Di Hong City, ordinary clan members also eagerly wish to become disciples of Ancestor Hall’s Outer Hall.
Of course, for Lin Yue, the resources of the Outer Hall of Ancestor Hall didn’t mean much, as the Duke Heng’s estate provided far more.
"The ninth day of the next month is the Inner Hall assessment."
Grandmaster An then looked towards the eighteen standing in the front row and said, "Aside from you participating in the Inner Hall assessment, there are thirty-five from the Outer Hall disciples who will participate in the Inner Hall assessment."
The Inner Hall assessment, which opens once every ten years, naturally accumulates disciples of the Outer Hall who wish to become part of the Inner Hall.
However, there weren’t that many Outer Hall disciples under thirty years of age in Ancestor Hall, easy to verify, and it could be certain there were no terrifying individuals such as Baili Fengzhi or the nameless black-robed swordsman.
Thus, many present understood that although there seemed to be three spots for the Inner Hall, in reality, only one was left.
At that time, it would be a group of people vying for this one spot.