After all, the announced selection criteria were indeed too simple and arbitrary. Spiritual roots could determine many things, but it could not determine everything. Some geniuses with only a single spiritual root could ultimately be very heaven-defying.
Moreover, even if one fulfilled the first two selection criteria, the final admission still depended on the third round. There was only one chance to perform, and if one did not perform well, then everything would be for naught.
"That is unavoidable. No selection method can truly be perfect, and it is inevitable that there will be a situation where a pearl in the vast sea is unavoidable. But this is the only way to balance efficiency and results." Lin Yi smiled faintly at the side.
"But if there is a pearl in the vast sea, then wouldn't it be going against their own intentions? That would be such a pity …" Huang Xiaotao still felt that it was somewhat incomprehensible. In her opinion, since they had already mobilized such a large force, then they definitely had to think of a way to recruit all the geniuses. If they missed out on this opportunity, then wouldn't it be too late for regrets?
"Hehe, actually, that is not necessarily the case. The number of spots that the academy can recruit is definitely very limited. For example, there are a hundred geniuses here, but they would at most only need sixty of them. As for the remaining forty, it can only be said that they are not fated to have this opportunity." Lin Yi smiled, and immediately explained in an even more straightforward manner: "Simply put, with the reputation of the Morning Star Academy, they are not afraid of not being able to recruit genius disciples. Since they are able to recruit geniuses, then why would they regret missing out on these geniuses?"
"Oh, so that's how it is." Only then did Huang Xiaotao understand. She understood that she was only thinking from an ordinary person's perspective. Geniuses were very rare in the eyes of ordinary people, but to the people of the Morning Star Academy, they were probably already used to it.
"Alright, the selection will now begin. The practitioner who has obtained the number one test card, can come over." Dean Ling Yuanqing announced in a clear voice. At the same time, in the open space in front of the high platform, a group of academy experts in charge of the examination had already taken their positions. If they could successfully pass the first two thresholds, then they would be able to reach the mini examination array and proceed to the final round of the test.
In the outer crowd, a practitioner stood up and walked forward with the number one test card in his hand. Although he looked to be in high spirits, his footsteps were stiff. Under the watchful eyes of the crowd, he was obviously a little too nervous.
The rest of the people who hadn't had their turn yet were all sitting where they were and watching. At the same time, they were discussing spiritedly. Some were excited, some were nervous, some were eager to try, and some were uneasy. Everyone had different reactions.
Lin Yi and Huang Xiaotao sat among the crowd. At this moment, like many others, he was excited. After all, the Eastern Continent was filled with experts, and it was just as Ling Yuanqing had said. If he could pass the selection and enter the Morning Star Academy, it meant that his future was bright.
With their qualifications, not only were they at the Nascent Soul Stage, but they were also at the Profound Ascension Stage. Anyone would be tempted if such a thing happened to them.
Lin Yi was excited, and Huang Xiaotao, who was beside him, held his hand. There were also some unusual movements, and they couldn't help but tremble slightly. It could be seen that they were also indescribably excited.
"Xiao Tao, do you want to go to the East Continent?" Lin Yi suddenly asked.
"I …" Huang Xiaotao subconsciously wanted to nod, but she thought for a while and said, "I want to be with you. Wherever you go, I'll go."
"Hehe, what if I don't go to the East Continent?" Lin Yi couldn't help but laugh.
"Then … then I won't go either." Huang Xiaotao was slightly stunned, and looked at Lin Yi seriously.
"Xiaotao, you have to think it through. I'm not joking. I really don't plan to go to the East Continent. I want to go back to the north island." Lin Yi stopped joking and said to Huang Xiaotao seriously.
Indeed, after witnessing the scene of Morning Star Academy filled with experts, Lin Yi was just like the rest of the people present. He was also a little tempted, but he wasn't the kind of person who would disregard everything once he was impulsive. Although he was tempted, he quickly regained his composure.
The East Continent was good, but for now, Lin Yi couldn't leave the north island. After all, he didn't come here to participate in the selection of the East Continent Academy. He just couldn't leave for the time being because the dock was blocked.
In the north island, Lin Yi still had a lot of things to worry about. It was not realistic to leave just like that. This time, he was at most just to broaden his horizons and join in the fun.
"If you go back to the north island, then I'll go back to the north island too." Huang Xiaotao didn't hesitate at all, and said with a firm look. In fact, unlike Lin Yi, she didn't have so many things to worry about in the north island, but her biggest concern now was Lin Yi. There was only one belief in her heart, and that was to be with Lin Yi no matter what.
"Okay." Lin Yi nodded. He was a little touched, but at the same time, he didn't feel much regret. Whether it was Huang Xiaotao or himself, with his various trump cards and cheat cards, even if they didn't go to the Morning Star Academy in the East Continent, they would still be able to make a name for themselves. He had absolute confidence in this!
While the two were talking, in the midst of the noisy discussions around them, a person suddenly walked through the crowd while hawking his wares as he walked.
"Secret manual for the assessment! 100 spirit jades for one, buy it quickly if you need it! I guarantee you with integrity, and it will definitely increase your chances of passing. Don't miss it! You don't have to ask for the price, you don't have to bargain, and you don't have to be afraid of being ripped off. 100 spirit jades is not a loss for you, and 100 spirit jades is not a scam. It's really worth it … "This person's voice was neither loud nor soft. Under the cover of the crowd's discussion, it was just enough for the people around to hear, but not enough to attract the attention of the Morning Star Academy guards outside.
When Lin Yi heard this familiar and amiable hawking, he almost spat out on the spot. What kind of street vendor was this? How did he manage to sneak into the Heavenly Island to do business?
At first glance, the person who was hawking his wares did not look like a merchant. He wore a long gown and held a white paper fan in his hand. Instead, he looked more like a storyteller. However, the aura of the pugilistic world that he exuded made Lin Yi feel a sense of déjà vu. It felt like he was very similar to someone he knew, but he couldn't put his finger on it.
At this moment, this person was hawking his so-called secret manual for the assessment. After all, 100 spirit jades was not expensive. Many of the people present were experts of the Golden Core stage and above. No matter how tight their pockets were, they would not lack this bit of spirit jades. Moreover, everyone was excited and dreamed of entering the Morning Star Academy in the East Continent. Therefore, even though they knew that this person was exaggerating, many people still took the bait. Floating Astronomy.
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