"The few of you can step back for now. Report to the academy in three days." As Wenren Qingqiu left, Gong Hongru returned to his usual deanor, addressing Han Yan and the others.
Although his expression remained calm, there was an evident warmth and delight in his gaze.
"Yes, Master." Han Yan and the others bowed deeply and exited the selection area.
"It’s getting late, let’s call it a day." Gong Hongru glanced at the darkening sky and said.
Upon hearing his words, the crowd below slowly dispersed.
"I never expected, truly never expected, that in the end, Han Yan would co under Lord Gong’s tutelage."
"I don’t even know what Lord Gong sees in her. Judging by her previous performance, she seed no better than the servants and civilian swordsn." Today’s selection was full of ups and downs, especially with Han Yan garnering everyone’s attention before even entering the arena. Later, she continued to surprise everyone, so as people slowly dispersed, they whispered about the events.
"What do you know? Can you comprehend the mysteries of the Heart Enlightennt Sword?"
"I can’t comprehend it, can you understand it?"
"Not only do I not understand it, but I bet even Lord Long and the others can’t make sense of it. Otherwise, they would’ve fought over accepting Han Yan as a disciple long ago. Instead, they mocked Han Yan endlessly, only to have Lord Gong and Lord Wenren give them a hard slap in the face later on." That person chuckled.
Indeed, Long Congyuan and the others looked rather displeased at the mont, as if they’d been slapped hard in the face. Of course, it wasn’t others who slapped them but themselves.
On the viewing stand, Mu Chengxuan no longer carried his previous aura of confidence. He thought he could pass the test, be accepted as a disciple by Long Congyuan, and thus undoubtedly beco the top candidate of this selection, stepping over Han Yan. Little did he expect Han Yan to steal the spotlight in the end.
Everyone was talking about Han Yan, and judging by their excitent, it seed they’d already forgotten Mu Chengxuan completely.
Even the Mu Family’s disciples beside him directed all their attention toward Han Yan, as if they’d forgotten Chengxuan’s existence, and even the Supre Elder and Third Elder had complex gazes, watching Han Yan in silence for a long ti.
Mu Chengxuan clenched his fists unwillingly. Others might not know the mysteries of the Heart Enlightennt Sword, but he certainly did. Within that illusion, he used all his strength just to defeat a middle-aged man and could not do anything against the young swordsman afterwards, barely holding on until ti ran out, thus passing the test. Because he forcefully grasped ten sword techniques from the illusionary young swordsman, Long Congyuan accepted him as a disciple.
Yet Han Yan only comprehended one sword technique. What does this imply?
Either his comprehension is poor, failing to even defeat the first man, and only passing by dragging out the ti.
Or, he possesses extraordinary talent, not only defeating the young swordsman but also the succeeding illusions, comprehending the Strongest Sword Intent of the Heart Enlightennt Sword.
Though he himself couldn’t reach that far, he could infer that the farther one goes, the more powerful the illusions beco, but fewer sword techniques need comprehending.
Even though Wenren Qingqiu and Gong Hongru fought to have Han Yan as their disciple, Mu Chengxuan still refused to believe Han Yan possessed such incredible talent and comprehension.
Consider that he couldn’t even defeat the young swordsman, almost succumbing to danger, and if the test lasted a mont longer than the allotted seven and a half minutes, he would’ve likely been defeated by the Illusion Technique, ending up ntally collapsed and grievously injured like other failures.
Even if Han Yan had extraordinary natural talent and comprehension, at most, he would’ve defeated the young swordsman in the illusion, but it is impossible to defeat stronger foes later, understanding the Strongest Sword Intent of the Heart Enlightennt Sword.
Thinking it over, Mu Chengxuan still felt the first possibility was more likely.
Could it be that Gong Hongru and Wenren Qingqiu made a mistake? How could that be?
Plus, Han Yan’s final strike evidently lacked mystique or power. Saying he grasped the Strongest Sword Intent didn’t make any sense either.
Mu Chengxuan couldn’t wrap his head around it, feeling unwilling and dissatisfied.
"Has today’s selection ended? What a pity we ca late and couldn’t see how much these so-called waste people weigh." At that mont, an arrogant voice echoed across the square.
Though not loud, the voice carried imnse presence, spreading instantly throughout the venue.
The first day of Longyan Academy’s recruitnt selection, a day of assembled geniuses, yet soone dared call them waste. Who is this person, so ridiculously arrogant? Everyone was slightly taken aback and then curiously looked toward the voice’s source.
Three robust young n surrounded a cold and arrogant young man, slowly approaching the selection area.
Tens of thousands of curious gazes turned toward them, yet they seed oblivious, displaying utter arrogance.
Yue Fanchen! He indeed ca. Han Yan imdiately recognized the group. Previously guessing their visit to Anyun Country wasn’t purely for establishing diplomatic relations between the two countries, and likely related to the selection at Longyan Academy. Judging by the situation, she was right.
"Junior Yue Fanchen, greets Lord Gong." Zhao Fanchen bowed before Gong Hongru, with his courtesy impeccable, yet his expression lacked respect.
"Rise." Gong Hongru said indifferently.
"Thank you, Lord. This subordinate of mine has always been arrogant and rude, speaking carelessly before. I hope, Lord, you’ll excuse us." Yue Fanchen said upon standing.
"State your purpose for coming." Gong Hongru glanced at Yue Fanchen, asking calmly.
"We have passed the Heart Enlightennt Sword test under His Majesty’s orders from Shangyue Country to report to Longyan Academy." Yue Fanchen stated.
"Since you’ve passed the test, co directly to the academy in three days." Gong Hongru gestured dismissively.
"They’re from Shangyue Country!" An astonished murmur rose from below.
There’s no need to elaborate on the feud between Anyun and Shangyue Countries, as no one expected Shangyue Country to send people to Longyan Academy for study. Could this an the two countries are preparing to nd relations?
"Thank you, Lord. I have one more request." Yue Fanchen bowed once more.
"Speak."
"I’ve heard that Longyan Academy’s selection gathers countless geniuses, a grand event in Anyun Country. I wish to take this opportunity to spar with Anyun’s young talents to display Shangyue’s prowess!" Yue Fanchen puffed his chest proudly, scanning the venue arrogantly.
"What!" Everyone present visibly reacted.
Displaying Shangyue’s prowess, is this truly sparring or clearly trying to cause trouble? This is a challenge to Anyun Country!
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