The Baole's emotions were fluctuating, and it was difficult to calm down. Excitement filled his body and mind. After trying a few more shots, Wang Baole was so excited that he was trembling all over, and his eyes shone brighter.
He was simply too satisfied with this Baole Cannon. Although it was not as powerful as the Fire God Cannon, this treasure was easy to carry around. Just this point alone increased its value imperceptibly.
"Although there are many similar Numinous Treasures, most of them are fourth-grade or fifth-grade. Although they are powerful, they also consume a lot of energy. In this aspect, they can't compare to my Baole Cannon!" Wang Baole weighed it and was satisfied. He touched it a few more times before he lovingly put it away in his storage bag. Humming a little tune, he happily returned to the cave abode in the Upper Academy Island in the Dharmic Armament Pavilion.
After calculating the time and knowing that there was still a week to the Armament Soldier Assessment, Wang Baole began to try to disassemble the Baole Cannon to be safe. He had previously learned that there were cases where he was asked to refine it again during the assessment.
As a precaution, Wang Baole even refined a Numinous Treasure that was a combination of Baole Cannons. At the same time, he prepared sufficient materials to ensure that he would have enough materials even if he were to refine them on the spot. Only then did he begin to rest and recuperate so that he would be able to face the upcoming Armament Soldier assessment in peak condition.
At the same time, with the arrival of the assessment day, all the Armament Soldiers who had applied for the assessment in the Upper Academy Island's Dharmic Armament Pavilion began their final preparations.
This was especially so for Lin Tianhao. Although he did not continue to provoke Wang Baole after moving away from Wang Baole's house, he had long buried his hatred in his heart. He planned to seek revenge after passing the Armament Soldier Assessment.
This time, he was extremely well-prepared. His goal was not simply to pass the assessment. What he wanted was to become the champion of the Armament Soldier Assessment!
Originally, with his aptitude, he would not have been able to reach this stage in such a short time. However, his family was wealthy and supported him at all costs to specialize in refining Numinous Treasures. They even invited a master from the Federation to give him special guidance. That was why he was able to make such progress!
"I chose the Star Bottle, which is the most difficult to refine among the third-grade Numinous Treasures! In the list, this treasure is at the peak of the third grade! " Lin Tianhao sat cross-legged in his cave abode, looking at the dazzling jade bottle in front of him that was emitting starlight. His expression was one of confidence.
He had already heard that Wang Baole had also applied for the Armament Soldier Assessment. He placed great importance on this matter and had even mobilized some factions outside the Dao Academy to learn that Wang Baole had been searching for the beast tooth in the fortress.
"If he needs a beast tooth, then he must be refining a dragon tooth!"
"Although the Dragon's Tooth is good, it is still half a level lower than the Star Bottle. Moreover … the power of the Dragon's Tooth relies more on the material than on the Inscriptions. If Wang Baole uses the Dragon's Tooth as a test this time, he will definitely lose to me!" Lin Tianhao laughed coldly, his confidence growing.
While all the Armament Disciples were busy preparing for the assessment, the day of the Armament Soldier Assessment had arrived.
As the sound of the bell reverberated, Wang Baole, who was sitting cross-legged in his cave abode, immediately opened his eyes. He took a deep breath, stood up, and walked out of the cave abode.
"I will definitely be the top Armament Soldier this time!" With a determined look, Wang Baole took out his cruiser and headed straight for the Middle Peak!
The Armament Soldier Assessment was held at the Middle Peak Square of the Dharmic Armament Pavilion. In the center of the square stood an eye-catching giant war drum. It was the drum that Wang Baole had seen when he was passing by during the Armament Disciple Assessment. It was said that only Armament Soldiers were qualified to shake the Elder Enquiring Drum!
The reason for this was that the drum stick of the war drum had to be made on the spot. Moreover, the drum stick itself was a third-grade Numinous Treasure. As such, it was impossible for Armament Disciples to make it. Only Armament Soldiers could do it.
At this moment, there were already more than ten people in front of the war drum in the Middle Peak Square. They were all Armament Disciples who were participating in the assessment. At this moment, they did not converse with each other and waited silently.
When Wang Baole arrived at the Middle Peak Square, he immediately saw the other examinees like him. He also saw Lin Tianhao among them and felt a little annoyed.
"Why is this b * stard Lin here for the assessment too? Can this guy refine Numinous Treasures?" Wang Baole snorted in his heart. He felt that he was now a person with connections and did not need to care about Lin Tianhao. Therefore, he ignored Lin Tianhao and walked in front of the war drum.
Although he did so, Lin Tianhao did not. His gaze landed directly on Wang Baole. After a few glances, Lin Tianhao sneered.
As for the surroundings of the square, there were many Dharmic Armament Pavilion disciples who had gathered to observe the assessment. After all, the Armament Soldier Assessment was a major event for the Dharmic Armament Pavilion. The disciples who were gathered around were all discussing in low voices.
"Who would have thought that there would be so many people participating in the assessment this time … I wonder who will be the champion!"
"The champion of the Armament Soldier Assessment every year will be given priority. With this authority, as long as there is a vacancy in any department, he can use this authority to be promoted!"
"This authority makes people jealous. After all, there are many people who are Armament Soldiers but do not have any real authority."
As the disciples discussed the matter, time passed. Soon, the tolling of the bell grew more and more urgent. After three tolls, five figures appeared from within the main hall of Middle Peak, one in the front and four in the back.
The person in front was dressed in a long purple robe and had a dignified expression. He was the Pavilion Master of the Dharmic Armament Pavilion. Of the four behind him, three were middle-aged and one was an old man. Every one of them exuded the aura of the peak of the True Breath realm, as if they were only half a step away from the Foundation Establishment realm!
They were the four Deputy Pavilion Masters of the Dharmic Armament Pavilion!
As the Deputy Pavilion Masters of the Dharmic Armament Pavilion, they were people of high status, whether in the Dao College or in the outside world. Although one's cultivation was important, it was not everything. They had to have unique skills in the creation of Numinous Treasures. This was the key to becoming the Pavilion Master of the Dharmic Armament Pavilion.
At the same time, the necessary connections were also indispensable. It could even be said that each of the four Deputy Pavilion Masters had their own background. After all, to be able to stand out from the rest of the Armament Soldiers and become a Deputy Pavilion Master, there had to be something special about them.
If that was the case for them, it was needless to say for the Pavilion Masters of the Dharmic Armament Pavilion.
At that moment, the five of them arrived at the Middle Peak Square one after another. Their appearance caused the surroundings to fall silent immediately. Wang Baole also took a deep breath, a look of determination in his eyes as he looked at the five Pavilion Masters with the rest of the candidates.
"The Armament Soldier Assessment of the Dharmic Armament Pavilion is not that complicated. Now, all of you … take out the Numinous Treasures that you have prepared for the assessment one by one. The five of us will examine them and question them. Finally, we will tell you whether you have passed or not. As for the ranking, only the champion will be rewarded with priority authority!" The purple-robed Pavilion Master said plainly. After he finished speaking, he casually pointed at one of the candidates including Wang Baole.
"We'll start with you."
The person who was pointed at by the Pavilion Master was an experienced disciple. He nodded at the Pavilion Master's words and immediately took out a mirror. The mirror was simple and unadorned and looked very ordinary. However, it exuded a strong suppressive force that caused the surrounding crowd to focus.
Obviously very pleased with the attention that his mirror had attracted, the experienced disciple respectfully stepped forward and handed it to the Pavilion Master.
"Greetings to the Pavilion Master and Deputy Pavilion Masters. This treasure is the Heaven and Earth Mirror that your disciple has refined. Please review it, Pavilion Master!"
After seeing the Heaven and Earth Mirror, the surrounding crowd began to whisper among themselves.
"The Heaven and Earth Mirror. This is a third-grade Numinous Treasure that is very difficult to refine."
"This treasure can reflect sorcery to a certain extent. Therefore, in terms of inscriptions, it is much more demanding than other Numinous Treasures."
While the crowd was discussing, Wang Baole took a few more glances at the mirror. However, when he thought about his Baole Cannon, he was filled with confidence. However, he did not let his guard down. Instead, he paid close attention to the process of the Pavilion Masters' review.
Soon, the Pavilion Master took the mirror and examined it, then passed it to the four Deputy Pavilion Masters. They were Weapon Cultivators and were very familiar with Numinous Treasures. It did not take them long, about the time it takes for half an incense stick to burn, to have their answers. They then asked the experienced disciple some questions about the refinement process of the Heaven and Earth Mirror. The experienced disciple answered them fluently, and the assessment ended.
After a simple discussion, the results were announced.
"Pass the assessment and become an Armament Soldier. As for the ranking, it will be decided at the end!" After the Pavilion Master spoke calmly, he pointed at another person. Just like that, the Armament Soldier assessment continued. Some people passed, while others failed.
Some were only asked questions, while others were asked to redo a certain segment on the spot …. The surrounding crowd began to discuss as the Numinous Treasures were taken out one by one. Sometimes it was louder, sometimes it was quieter.
Looking at this, Wang Baole slowly organized the process.
"Not everyone is asked to redo the refinement process, but everyone is asked questions, and the questions are very tricky. If one does not refine the Numinous Treasure personally, it will be difficult to answer accurately …"
As Wang Baole muttered to himself, it was soon Lin Tianhao's turn. When he pulled out the Planetary Bottle, the disciples who were watching from the sidelines were visibly moved. Gasps of surprise rang out, and even those who were participating in the assessment turned their attention to Lin Tianhao. Even the Pavilion Head and the four Deputy Pavilion Heads looked surprised.
"The Star Bottle!"
"It's said to be the most difficult third-grade Numinous Treasure to refine. This is the first time I'm seeing it!"
"On one hand, the inscriptions on this Numinous Treasure are extremely complicated. On the other hand, it requires Star Stones, and Star Stones are extremely expensive …"
Amidst the exclamations of the crowd, Wang Baole's eyes widened. He knew about the Star Bottle, but there weren't many Star Stones in the Dao College. If he wanted to refine this Numinous Treasure, he would have to spend a great deal of effort to purchase them from the outside. That was why he had given up and chosen the Dragon's Tooth, which was relatively easier to refine and had lower material requirements.
Lin Tianhao didn't show the smugness in his heart. Instead, he respectfully handed the Star Bottle to the Pavilion Master, then glanced arrogantly at the astonished Wang Baole and laughed coldly in his heart.
"You want to fight me, you pauper?"
Noticing Lin Tianhao's gaze, Wang Baole raised an eyebrow. His expression was cold as he mulled over the Star Bottle. So what if it was the Star Bottle? Once he took out his cannon, he would definitely make this Lin Tianhao call him daddy.
Amidst the crowd's astonishment, the Pavilion Master took the Star Bottle. His expression was also one of amazement. After a few more glances, his eyes slowly filled with admiration. He nodded and passed the bottle to the other assistant pavilion masters.
The four assistant pavilion masters clearly thought highly of the Star Bottle. After reviewing it, they asked Lin Tianhao a few questions. Lin Tianhao answered all of them fluently. One of the assistant pavilion masters even suggested that he refine the Inscriptions on the spot. In response, Lin Tianhao didn't hesitate at all and immediately started refining the Star Bottle.
When the crowd saw this, they were gradually shaken to the core. They looked at Lin Tianhao with admiration. After all, anyone who could refine the Star Bottle was a symbol of strength and wealth.
"This treasure is not bad. You've passed the test. Lin Tianhao, if there are no surprises, you have a high chance of taking first place." The Pavilion Master praised. After Lin Tianhao left excitedly, the Pavilion Master's gaze swept across the remaining three to five people, including Wang Baole. He pointed at Wang Baole.
"Wang Baole, take out the Numinous Treasure you've prepared."
Hearing the Pavilion Master's words, Wang Baole, who was a little unhappy, immediately walked out. Without wasting any time, he raised his right hand and took out the cannon!
After placing it on the ground with a bang, Wang Baole raised his head and spoke calmly.
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