(To add to yesterday's first update)
The Pavilion's member tokens were divided into three levels, which were closely related to the status and treatment the members enjoyed in the Pavilion.
The Human level was the lowest, and most of the members were Human level. Next was the Earth level, and the highest was the Heaven level. These three levels were divided according to the level of martial arts.
A Human-grade Pavilion member would usually be able to solve the Thousand Twists and Turns Wall of Mechanisms in forty-five minutes, an Earth-grade Pavilion member would be able to do it in forty-five minutes, and a Heaven-grade Pavilion member would be able to do it in thirty minutes. As for those who could solve it in fifteen minutes, ever since the establishment of the Pavilion of Dragons, there had only been one person who could do it, but that person had a profound understanding of mechanisms.
Since Chen Zong was able to decipher the Thousand Winding Mechanism Wall in half an hour, it was certain that he came from the faraway Linshan Commandery, so it was impossible for him to have seen a similar mechanism wall. This meant that he had the potential to become a heaven-grade cabinet member.
Or perhaps, Chen Zong had studied mechanisms before, but the possibility was very low. The inheritance of mechanisms only existed in the Imperial City, and there was only one of its kind.
Thinking of this, the elder became even more excited.
Heaven level potential! What did that mean? It meant that one's future battle strength was very likely to reach the Six Star level.
There were many geniuses in the Imperial City, but those who could reach the Six Star level in the Qi Refinement realm were very, very few. Every one of them was at the top.
However, there was still the second test. Only by passing or even excelling in the second test would one be qualified to become a member of the Pavilion.
Without resting, the elder immediately led Chen Zong to the next test.
In fact, although the test was said to be two tests, it could also be said to be three.
The first test of cracking the Thousand Turns Mechanism Wall would undoubtedly put a huge burden on one's mind and will. Many people's minds and wills would be exhausted after cracking it, and they would be in a very bad state and would need to rest. However, the Pavilion's test did not allow rest. One had to immediately enter the second test.
This was equivalent to adding an invisible burden, like an invisible checkpoint.
In just a short ten seconds, the elder led Chen Zong to the second test.
"Enter from here and come out from the other side in forty minutes. You'll pass the test." The elder's words were concise and comprehensive. He pointed at the open dark door in front of them, and then at another dark door not far away. The darkness seemed to be able to swallow everything, making one panic.
Guan Yunxiao, who had followed them all the way here, sneered again.
The difficulty of the first test was not low, and the difficulty of the second test would not be lower than the first test. Furthermore, the second test was aimed at different aspects, especially after exhausting one's mind and willpower in the first test, which would increase the difficulty of the second test.
No one told Chen Zong what the content of the second round was. Just like the first round, he had no idea at all. It would bring him a certain amount of pressure.
Taking a deep breath, Chen Zong glanced at the water hourglass that started to count down. Then, he strode forward unhurriedly and rushed into the dark door like a gust of wind.
In the first test, Chen Zong had indeed used up a lot of his willpower to decipher the Thousand Twists and Turns wall. He was only left with 40% of his willpower. Fortunately, Chen Zong's willpower had become stronger and purer, and his recovery speed was much faster than ordinary martial artists.
His mind was highly focused, and his hands were relaxed and clenched. There was only darkness in front of him, the kind where he could not even see his own fingers.
Suddenly, a melodious sword hum rang out, accompanied by two sharp sword lights. They were like crescent moons as they streaked across the sky. Soon after, the sound of collision rang out. Sparks flew out like the stars in the night sky.
The eyesight of a martial artist in the Qi Refining Realm was much better than that of ordinary people. It was difficult to completely block their vision at night. Although it was not as clear as day, it was as clear as dusk. Chen Zong's eyesight was better than most of the martial artists in the Qi Refining Realm. In his eyes, there was not much difference between night and day.
However, the darkness here was set up using a special method, which seriously interfered with a martial artist's eyesight.
After a while, Chen Zong adjusted to the darkness, but he could only see some vague outlines.
He brandished his two swords and displayed his sword skills, resisting the attacks coming from the darkness and rapidly advancing.
Not only would the darkness interfere with one's vision, it would also cause one to lose their sense of direction. It would be extremely difficult to find an exit in the darkness. This was also the reason why only a small number of people could pass the test despite there being so many people taking the test. Moreover, most of them took forty-five minutes to pass.
The cabinet elder and Guan Yunxiao stood outside, waiting.
"He definitely won't pass," Guan Yunxiao said in a low voice.
"If he passes, you can still get the Dragon Tooth of the Dragon Pavilion," the cabinet elder said.
Guan Yunxiao was very depressed.
The Dragon Pavilion had a rule that if one wanted to enter the Pavilion, they had to be recommended. If the recommendation failed, then they had to bear the corresponding consequences or punishment. However, if one passed the test and became a member of the Dragon Pavilion, then they could receive the corresponding reward.
The Dragon Tooth of the Dragon Pavilion was something that every Pavilion member needed. It was even more valuable than spirit shells.
Bringing Chen Zong to the Dragon Pavilion was actually the idea of Guan Yunxiao's father, the Marquis of Zhengyuan. After all, Chen Zong was the disciple of the Marquis of Linshan. The Marquis of Linshan had a good relationship with the Marquis of Linshan, so he would naturally value Chen Zong and give him a certain amount of training.
As for whether Chen Zong could pass the Dragon Pavilion's test, it was not something that the Marquis of Zhengyuan's concern.
Guan Yunxiao did not dare to go against his father's wishes, so he planned to use this opportunity to give Chen Zong a profound blow.
But now it seemed that he had the intention of giving him a blow.
Guan Yunxiao's current state of mind was that of unwillingness.
In the darkness, Chen Zong kept moving forward, constantly looking for an exit.
Like the first test, the second test only lasted forty minutes. Who told him not to be from the Capital?
The attacks from the darkness were completely irregular. Sometimes nothing happened for more than ten seconds, and sometimes there were more than ten attacks in one second. This made it even more difficult to deal with.
At this time, he could not be the least bit anxious or anxious. He had to deal with it calmly and concentrate on exploring.
The strength of the attacks coming from all directions was different. Sometimes they were very strong, at least at the peak of the three-star level, and sometimes they were only one-star. The changes in the strength of the attacks were also something that was difficult to deal with.
With two swords in hand, the weight of his strength was at his will, and he could control it as he pleased. This showed Chen Zong's astonishing control of strength.
His five senses were raised to the extreme. When an unexpected attack appeared, Chen Zong immediately reacted.
The strength of the attack could actually be distinguished in advance. That was the sound of the wind being cut. This was something that could only be understood and not described.
If someone were to see this, they would discover that in the darkness, Chen Zong's two swords appeared to be very skillful, changing according to his will. His footsteps and figure also appeared to be very calm, as if he was taking a leisurely stroll.
Gradually, Chen Zong could distinguish that the attacks coming from all directions were hidden weapons, steel balls, short arrows, and the like.
"It should be here," Chen Zong thought to himself. He slightly changed his direction and walked.
The entrance, then the exit, and then the exit within a limited time. That would be considered passing the test. If the time limit was exceeded, it would be considered a failure.
Failure in any of the two tests would result in no chance of entering the Dragon Pavilion. Moreover, each person only had one chance.
The Pavilion Elder and Guan Yunxiao waited outside. One figure after another came from all directions. They were extremely fast. There were a total of three people, all of whom were elders.
In fact, there was more than one Pavilion Elder in the Dragon Pavilion. There were several of them. Each of them was an expert of the True Martial Realm, at least in the late stage of the True Martial Realm. They were all very powerful.
However, usually only one Pavilion Elder would appear. The other Pavilion Elders rarely showed up. Only when something special happened would they attract their attention.
After these Pavilion Elders found out about the astonishing potential that Chen Zong had shown in passing the first test, they immediately appeared. They wanted to see if Chen Zong could pass the second test with his astonishing potential.
"If he can pass the second test in half an hour, then his potential will reach the Heaven Rank." A Pavilion Elder with a white beard stroked his white beard as he nodded and sighed.
"Unfortunately, even if he passes the second test in half an hour, he can only get an Earth Rank Token." Another Pavilion Elder smiled and said. He was from the Capital. That kind of pride was deep in his bones, almost to the point of being sick.
However, the rules of the Dragon Pavilion were as such. Geniuses from outside the Capital would be raised a level in the Dragon Pavilion's test. If it was a genius from the Capital who passed the test in half an hour, they would be able to get a Heaven Rank Token.
However, this was the rule when the Dragon Pavilion was first established. Everyone could only abide by it.
As for now, it all depended on whether Chen Zong could pass the second test in half an hour. Looking at the water hourglass, a quarter of an hour had already passed.
Water dripped down drop by drop. The second quarter of an hour was getting closer and closer. Everyone stared at the exit of the second test. It was pitch-black and nothing could be seen. Even with the eyesight of a True Martial Realm expert, it was difficult to see clearly from outside.
Just as the second quarter of an hour was about to pass, a blurry silhouette appeared in front of their eyes.
"He's coming out!"
"Half an hour!"
The Pavilion Elders all cried out in alarm. Guan Yunxiao's face was full of astonishment.
In their eyes, Chen Zong walked out of the darkness step by step.
His hands danced, sword flowers bloomed, and the sword returned to its sheath. His fierce aura also calmed down.
Although there were a few more people surprised, Chen Zong's expression did not change. He appeared very calm.
"The first test was passed in half an hour. The second test was also passed in half an hour," the Pavilion Elder said with a smile. Looking at Chen Zong, his gaze was full of praise. "According to the rules of the Dragon Pavilion, Chen Zong, you have passed the test and become an Earth Pavilion Member of the Dragon Pavilion."
"Congratulations." The Pavilion Elder added.
"Young man, your potential is not bad." The white-bearded Pavilion Elder chuckled.
"Many thanks." Chen Zong cupped his fists and bowed. Then he looked at Guan Yunxiao. Guan Yunxiao's face was gloomy.
At this time, Guan Yunxiao had an indescribable feeling in his heart. In short, it was terrible, extremely terrible. There was not the slightest bit of joy.
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