"Ah Dou, be careful on the road this time. Remember, you are the hope of our village."
"I know. Don't worry, I will definitely come back. I will definitely come back when the time comes."
"Don't worry, I will take good care of our parents. Don't worry."
"Yes, I will definitely be able to get in."
In a small mountain village, a tall figure kept waving his hand behind him. Carrying all the bags on his body, he left without looking back amidst the cheers and encouragements.
As the only child in the village with talent, Ah Dou was fortunate enough to receive guidance from an unknown senior when he was young. From then on, he began the path of cultivation.
Although there were cultivation methods passed down in their village, they were not as strong as the cultivation methods given to him by the senior that only he could cultivate.
He was extremely talented in the village. In addition to the resources left behind by the senior and the resources accumulated by the village, his cultivation speed was very fast. Everyone else had to work to earn a meager income.
Of course, he had a goal, which was to join the clans that he longed for so that he could improve further.
As his strength increased, his hometown could no longer provide for him to continue cultivating. The resources that his seniors had left for him had all been used up. Next, he would either have to go out and work to support himself or accumulate resources for his own cultivation.
An Family would also have to join the sects established by the big clans and serve them. Only they had enough resources to cultivate subordinates. Of course, once he joined them, it was equivalent to selling his life to the other party. The other party would naturally not treat him badly. Not to mention the cultivation resources, even the family would have a large sum of money.
There was no other way. Although everyone here could cultivate, and under normal circumstances, it was no problem to cultivate up to the second or third level. This was because most of the worlds could not allow them to continue cultivating like this. They could only rely on the black core to continue cultivating, or go to the small worlds that could withstand higher levels of cultivation.
However, those worlds were all controlled by the Hundred Alliance. They were also controlled by the big clans. If they wanted to go there, they naturally had to join the other party.
Those with real status were called the Remnant Clans. Ordinary people like them were called the Remnant Clans. The difference was very clear.
With a longing for the future, Ah Dou headed to the nearest city. From the news brought by the village chief, the once-in-a-decade recruitment program had begun again.
In just three days, Ah Dou traveled day and night without rest and arrived at the only city nearby.
In fact, their entire village and the surrounding villages served the city. It was very difficult to survive far away from the city. Just those creatures that wandered outside without intelligence were enough to give them a headache.
The huge city was bustling with people. The city walls, which were hundreds of feet high, were still mottled with the marks of time.
Ah Dou didn't stop for long and walked directly to the center. There were many young people like him who came here with dreams, hoping to be chosen by the other party.
However, most of them came with hope and left with disappointment because the selection was very strict. Not only did they look at one's talent, but they also looked at one's specialty. In short, the more outstanding one was, the easier it was to be selected. Those resources did not come from nowhere.
A person only had three chances in their lifetime, and they couldn't be older than a certain age. All the cities would choose at the same time, and in the worst cases, no one would be chosen for hundreds of years.
Ah Dou was very confident because the senior who had looked favorably on him had also looked favorably on him.
Moreover, his talent was also quite good, so he needed to be chosen. Even if he wasn't chosen, he had to be chosen for the backup plan. The village had poured too much effort into him, and if he failed, they would be too ashamed to face him.
The backup plan was to go up and become a servant, which was equivalent to an Outer Court Disciple. However, after a period of time, if there were no accidents, they would be sent back.
Even so, some Outer Court Disciples would be able to turn things around and inspire others to want to enter. As long as they could enter, they would be able to earn a large sum of money.
At the center, there was a table that had been set up, and a man with shoulder-length hair was already sitting there. There was a very long line in front of him, and even after a few twists and turns, he continued to line up obediently.
Because there were only three days, there was no waiting after that. However, they had experience, and everything was in order. Ah Dou quickly went to the back of the line, and soon, there were people lining up behind him as well.
When he arrived, only half of the first day had passed, and he wasn't in a hurry at all. There were many people around him, just like him, wearing clean and shabby clothes, and those who were wearing bright clothes unintentionally looked at him with a different gaze.
When the sky darkened and the surroundings were lit up by the illumination spell, it was finally his turn.
"Name?"
"Ah Dou."
"Cultivation and age."
"Level five, 24."
"Go in."
The man simply sized up the other party and tapped on the other party's arm, recognizing that it was his first time taking the test, and then waved his hand to let the other party in.
There was a huge courtyard behind him, and there was another man inside, waiting for his arrival. At the end of the courtyard behind him, there was a bench, and on it sat a Goblin that had transformed into a human form.
In front of him was a door to leave this place. This was a passage for those who failed. When Ah Dou entered, he saw that the person in front of him had already left in disappointment.
The examiner was so irritable. When he saw Ah Dou standing on the spot, he immediately shouted, "Hurry up and stand properly. Block my attack, and I'll judge after that."
Ah Dou quickly turned his gaze over. He stood in a designated circle, trembling slightly, and looked at the examiner with his bare hands.
He spent most of his time cultivating, and the number of times he came out could be counted with one's fingers. For a moment, he was a little stunned, not knowing what to do.
The examiner didn't ask the other party. After all, the other party's ability to adapt was also a kind of ability. When he saw the other party standing there, he directly blew a breath of air over.
Yes, it was just a breath. Although his cultivation was very low, only at the primary stage of the Spectral Soul realm, and he had only advanced a few decades ago, he was really afraid that he would accidentally kill this fellow who didn't even have a Black Soul.
To him, it was just a breath of air, but to Ah Dou, it was as if a hurricane had appeared in front of him, whistling towards him. Unable to reach him in time, he felt as if his entire body was about to float up.
At this moment, he finally reacted. He grabbed downwards, and a long rod made of mud broke through the stone below. He held it firmly in his hand, and it looked as if his entire body was fluttering in the air like a flag.
"Not bad, your reaction is not bad." A thought flashed through the examiner's mind. Then, without waiting for the gale in the air to die down, he stomped his foot on the ground.
The ground below Ah Dou's body began to tremble rapidly. This time, Ah Dou was unable to hold on any longer. Just as his entire body was about to be flung away, a surge of energy suddenly appeared on the surface of his body, and he grabbed onto the stone pillar tightly once more. Compared to before, he was now like an anchor fixed in the air, not moving at all.
This time, a hint of surprise appeared in the examiner's eyes. After taking a closer look, he nodded slightly. Then, he moved his feet slightly, and Ah Dou's body was instantly flung away, landing on the ground in a somewhat pathetic state.
Ah Dou, who was lying on the ground, did not get up immediately. His eyes were filled with tears, and he was trying his best to not let them flow out. He was so close, and if he had held on a little longer, he would have been able to hold on, but in the end, he did not manage to hold on.
Thinking of this, his heart felt like it was being stabbed by a knife. When he thought of how he was going to go back in failure, he felt even more terrible. He had made a solemn vow when he came out. How was he going to face his family when he returned? The tears in his eyes finally burst out, and the monster in the air stopped flowing down.
After wiping his eyes slightly, Ah Dou stood up. In order to not let the examiner see his appearance, he walked towards the path that led to the exit.
"Hey, hey, where are you going? Come back! "The examiner saw that Ah Dou was leaving and hurriedly called out to him.
"Didn't I fail?" Ah Dou heard a different voice behind him and turned his head in surprise. The examiner could clearly see the mess on his face.
"You failed, but I think you're still okay. You can be a candidate. If you can work hard in there, it's not impossible for you to enter." The examiner saw Ah Dou's appearance and knew what he was thinking.
This kid was still okay. It was just that his cultivation foundation was a little unstable, and he needed to polish it a little. That was why he was listed as a candidate.
"Really? I've really been selected. "Ah Dou was stunned and asked again in disbelief.
"Of course. Go to the house at the back. There will naturally be someone to receive you. Hurry up and leave. I still have to continue with the other tests." The examiner pointed to the house at the side and said.
"Oh, oh, thank you. Thank you, sir." Ah Dou's sadness immediately turned to joy. However, his eyes were still filled with tears.
After a while, Ah Dou happily walked out from the side door with a big bag of things. He had never felt that the sky was so beautiful, even if it was pitch black.
An Family's generous allowance, Ah Dou immediately rushed home. He had to return within a week, or else he wouldn't wait for him. The person he saw earlier also passed the test. However, the person who came with him was taken back, and he stayed there.
When he left the city, he didn't know that a figure was also following behind him.
Four days later, Ah Dou, who had rested at home, left again. He knew that after this separation, he might not be able to see the people he was familiar with when he came back. He might not even be able to see his parents and brothers.
If he could have a future, their hometown would at least be much better. An Family's allowance, for the next few hundred years, they wouldn't need to be as frugal as before.
"Goodbye."
Ah Dou took one last look, and then quickly left.
"Bang"
Not long after he left his hometown, there was a sudden vibration in the distance. It immediately attracted his attention. After a little hesitation, Ah Dou went over to see what was going on.
He didn't walk far before he saw a small pit on the ground. When he got closer, he saw a strange creature lying inside.
It seemed to be a type of fish. It was about the size of a palm. Its entire body was pale green, but the outside was dark blue. It reflected rays of light. At the top of its head, there was a long line that looked like a fishing line. The end was connected to a super mini lantern. The weak green light was flashing, indicating that the owner's condition wasn't good.
Ah Dou had never seen such a strange creature before. It looked extremely strange. The only thing he could feel was the weakness coming from its body. It seemed to be injured. Looking around, it was empty in the wilderness, and there wouldn't be anyone around. Only then did he go forward and take the small fish.
"Wu wu"
The small fish weakly opened its eyes. It let out a sorrowful cry, making people feel its pain. Ah Dou's face revealed a trace of struggle. He then took out a golden pill from his bosom.
This was also something that the other party gave him to save his life. There was only one pill, and its effect could heal people below the peak of the Onyx Soul Stage.
At this time, other than leaving some things that he needed to keep, he left everything else in the village. But when he heard the small fish in his hand moan, he didn't hesitate to put the pill into the small fish's mouth.
When the small fish's breathing seemed to have stabilized, Ah Dou placed it in his bosom, and let it rest well. He then hurried on his way.
When he returned to the city where the examination was held, all the examinations had already ended. What surprised him was that in the entire three days, only he and the man he first met had passed. Among them, the man passed directly, confirming his position. He still had to go in for inspection, and if he didn't pass, he would be beaten back.
At this time, there was still half a day before they had to leave. At the gathering place, there was only that young man. He looked a bit arrogant, and when he saw Ah Dou enter, he only glanced at him. He didn't have any intention of talking to him. Ah Dou also didn't ask for a rebuff. He walked to the side, preparing to wait for the examiners to come over.
Just as he walked over, he felt something move in his bosom. He put his hand in and took out the strange creature that he had caught on the way here. It had already completely awakened, and when it saw Ah Dou, it jumped out of his palm in joy. It happily swam around him, and even swept its tail across Ah Dou's face.
Feeling that itch, Ah Dou couldn't help but laugh. He had never seen such a cute fellow.
His voice attracted the attention of the man beside him, and he turned his head in dissatisfaction. He was about to tell the other party that this place needed to be quiet, but when he turned his head, he saw that strange creature, and his eyes almost fell out.
Although he didn't know what that creature was, he, who was very knowledgeable, could tell at a glance that this unusual little thing should be a rare exotic beast.
As a transit point, this small chiliocosm was very large. It hadn't entered its old age yet, but it was about to enter its middle age. It would still give birth to some exotic beasts, but they were rarely seen. He didn't expect that this fellow, who had jumped out of some unknown wilderness, would have such good luck.
At this time, he was already jealous. In this small chiliocosm, his family could be considered well-off, or else he wouldn't have enough resources to cultivate. However, he didn't have such good luck.
"You seem to have recovered from your injuries. You should leave. I'll be leaving in a while."
Just as he was looking over enviously, he suddenly heard the silly boy shout. He stood up with a swoosh and walked straight towards the other party. However, his good manners allowed him to resist the urge to curse when he walked close to the other party.
"What do you want?" Ah Dou looked at him and asked.
"Let's get to know each other. I'm Ming Xuan. You're the other candidate, right?" Ming Xuan said as he extended his hand.
"I'm Ah Dou. Nice to meet you," Ah Dou also said happily. This should be the first friend he met.
Ming Xuan's face twitched and he calmly pulled back his hand. He decided not to get angry with this guy who didn't know anything. He also didn't want to be polite with him. Otherwise, the other party might not even understand what he was saying.
"Where did this come from? I remember you didn't have it when you came a few days ago. Did you bring it out from your home now? "Ming Xuan said as he pointed at the little fish flying around.
If he had brought it with him last time, he probably wouldn't need to go through many tests and would be able to receive core guidance like him.
"Oh, this. It's not from my home. I picked it up on the road when I came over. However, the other party was injured at that time." Ah Dou was very honest and didn't hide anything from him.
Hearing the other party's normal story, Ming Xuan felt that the other party was purposely angering him. He repeatedly suppressed the fluctuations in his heart before continuing to ask.
"If I didn't hear wrong, you just said that you wanted to chase it away, right?"
"I'm not chasing it away. I'm letting it go back to where it belongs. I was so sad when I left my hometown. If it left, it would definitely be unhappy. Furthermore, I'm going to leave this place. I don't know when I'll be able to come back. That's why I wanted it to leave," Ah Dou said matter-of-factly.
"Since that's the case, give it to me. It looks like its injuries haven't completely healed. I'll take care of it and let it completely recover. It's better than following you. When the time comes, I'll let it go back," Ming Xuan immediately said after pausing.
"That's fine too."
Ah Dou's answer made him overjoyed. Although he couldn't help but curse the other party for being a fool and too simple, his expression showed that he was thinking for the other party.
Ah Dou reached out to grab the little fish, but the little fish swayed nimbly in the air. He couldn't catch it at all. It even made pleading sounds as if it didn't want to leave. This made his movements slow down. He hesitantly said to Ming Xuan, "It's not willing.
Why don't you leave it with me first? When it leaves, we'll let it decide. "
As soon as he said that, the little fish excitedly turned around. Its cold little mouth touched Ah Dou's cheek, seeming to understand his words.
Ming Xuan still wanted to say something, but at this time, the examiner had already come over to bring them away. Looking at the little fish, a strange light also flashed in his eyes. Of course, he curiously asked about it. After learning the whole story, he also clicked his tongue in praise.
"This kind of spiritual item truly depends on fate. Other people can't forcefully take it away. If it can stay by your side for a while longer, it'll count as a monster in the air."
His words caused Ming Xuan to completely dispel his thoughts. This was someone else's fate. No one could take it away. He couldn't help but envy the other party for having such good luck.
"Why don't I have such good luck?"
"Hehe!"
Ah Dou also understood a bit. He used his hand to tease the little fish. He seemed to feel that there was an indescribable feeling between them.
"Alright, let's go now. I'll tell you some rules on the way. This time, our luck isn't bad. There are actually two of them," said the examiner to the two of them.
The three of them left together, heading toward the final meeting point. There, they would meet up with the others and leave.
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