"That won't do …"
Su Yin didn't think that the young man would be so stubborn. He had already rejected the offer twice, but the young man still refused to budge, even going so far as to kneel on the ground. Helplessness surfaced in his eyes.
He had already tried his best to keep a low profile, but the young man still refused to budge. It seemed like he wouldn't be able to hide his identity as Su Yin for much longer!
"If you don't agree, I won't get up," Qin Yuan said resolutely.
"Ah …"
Seeing how determined Qin Yuan was, Su Yin could only nod and say, "How about this? If you join my sect, we'll discuss everything together. That way, we won't be breaking the rules. As for taking in a disciple … forget it. "
"Alright then!"
Qin Yuan hesitated for a moment before nodding. Then, he asked curiously, "May I know which sect Hall Master Su is from?"
"It's just a small sect in the Great Yan Prefecture. I'm not the sect leader but the Junior Uncle of the sect leader," Su Yin replied with a shake of his head.
The Suppressing Immortal Sect was simply too small. It was ranked at the bottom of the Great Yan Prefecture. Even if he were to reveal the name of the Cosmos Origin Alliance, no one would know of it.
"No matter what sect it is, it's only a matter of time before a genius like Junior Uncle leaves a mark in the history books," Qin Yuan said with a smile.
Su Yin nodded and did not deny it.
It had only been seven days since they left the Forbidden Land, and the entire Great Yan Prefecture knew of the Suppressing Immortal Sect. It wouldn't be too difficult for the name of the Cosmos Origin Alliance to spread.
While they were conversing with one another, Quan Fengtian and Gu Yunqiu finally understood what was going on, but they still found it hard to believe.
That was the esteemed Vice Hall Master Qin, and yet, he was actually going to acknowledge an eighteen-year-old young man as his teacher. More importantly, the other party was unwilling to accept him.
Was the world going mad, or was it just them?
"Old Qin …" Quan Fengtian and Gu Yunqiu walked up to Qin Yuan awkwardly.
"Since you're here, let's have them give it a try!"
Knowing what they were going to ask, Qin Yuan shook his head and said, "That's right.
"Un. Why don't you take charge? "Seeing that Qin Yuan was unwilling to speak, the duo suppressed their curiosity and asked.
Qin Yuan nodded. He walked up to the crowd and scanned the surroundings. Then, he said, "The Sealing Stone is a supreme treasure that one of our predecessors fished out from the Spirit Abyss ten thousand years ago. There's a formation inscribed on it, and it's the reason why we were able to set up the massive formation outside. It's also because of its role as the core that we're able to fuse so many seals together without any problems … "
"Oh!" After hearing this, Su Yin understood.
Previously, he had thought that there was something weird going on. This collaborative sealing technique must have come from a single person, or else it would have been impossible for it to be so harmonious. But in the end, it turned out that it was all related to the Sealing Stone. In other words, it was the Sealing Stone that had constructed the framework and designed the 'circuit diagram', and the other sealing masters were just filling in the 'spare parts'!
Not only that, but this thing also had the ability to control and adjust.
To put it simply, outside of Decimating Abyss City, the seal that extended for hundreds of li was the wifi signal, and the sealing stone was the router!
It was of utmost importance!
It was no wonder that so many Hall Masters attached so much importance to him.
"It's precisely because of its importance that assimilating it isn't as easy as you think. You'll have to clear its trial before you can do so!"
Seeing that everyone had understood what he meant, Qin Yuan continued. "As for the trial, it's similar to the Sealing Mountain outside. It's divided into many stages, but there are far fewer of them, only three. They are the temperament, spirit, and will! "
There was a Sealing Mountain in the Gan Origin Alliance's Sealing Hall, and it was used to assess newly promoted sealing masters.
"I know how one's spirit and will are assessed, but how do they assess one's temperament?"
Qian Qi asked curiously.
There were many artifacts in the Gan Origin Alliance that could assess one's will and spirit, such as the Massacre Stone and Oppressive Stone. Tempering them over a long period of time was beneficial to the advancement of one's soul.
As for temperament, how would one assess one's temperament?
"As for how the trial will be conducted, it'll be different every time, so it'll be meaningless if I explain it to you … You'll have to deal with it yourselves. If you're able to clear all of them, it'll mean that you've been acknowledged by it, and you'll have a chance to assimilate it!"
Qin Yuan said. "Once you succeed, it'll mean that you've gained control over all of the seals in Decimating Abyss City. Be it your fighting prowess or cultivation, it'll soar swiftly. I don't know if you'll be able to withstand a True Immortal, but you'll definitely be invincible in the world!"
"This …"
The breathing of Qian Qi and the others hastened, and their eyes reddened in agitation.
There was no cultivator who didn't want to be invincible in the world!
And as long as one could obtain the acknowledgement of the Sealing Stone, they would be able to do so easily. No one would let go of such an opportunity.
Even Gu Ling'er had lost her composure as she clenched her fists tightly.
Even though she was Gu Yunqiu's direct disciple and the number one genius of the Gan Origin Alliance, this was her first time here.
"Alright, I've said everything that needs to be said. Whether you'll succeed or not, it'll depend on your own capabilities and fortuitous encounters. Which one of you would like to give it a try first? Let me say this first. There's only a single Sealing Stone here, so there's a higher chance of success … "
Seeing the agitated looks on everyone's faces, Qin Yuan said.
"Allow me!"
Li Yang smiled and stepped forward. "I know that my chances of success are close to zero, but I can help Brother Su scout the path ahead!"
In the past, he thought that he was no weaker than anyone, including Gu Ling'er. However … after meeting Su Tianya, he realized that he was still far from being able to match up to him.
Be it smithing, healing, formation, or sealing, they weren't even on the same level.
So … if any of them were to succeed, it would definitely be Su Tianya. He would only be a supporting character. Since that was the case … he might as well be magnanimous and be the first one to test the waters.
"Un. Once you enter the door in front, the test will begin …"
Hearing Zhang Xuan's words, Qin Yuan pointed his finger forward.
It was a side door of the hall. It was slightly dark. Taking a deep breath, Li Yang walked over.
With a grim look on his face, Su Yin took a closer look and saw countless inscriptions and pure spiritual energy slowly creeping into the room.
Previously, he had thought that the 'fishing nets' outside were controlled by the sealing masters, but in the end, it turned out that it was actually an artifact spirit.
To be able to control so many inscriptions and set up such a complicated sealing formation, it had to be said that the artifact spirit was frighteningly powerful.
Jiya!
Li Yang walked in, and the door slowly closed. It was as if all energy had been severed, rendering him unable to sense anything at all.
"I wonder how long Brother Li will be able to last …" Gu Ling'er looked at Li Yang expectantly.
"How long? Could it be that … the test can be calculated based on the time it takes to assimilate the sealing stone? "
Hearing the loophole in Gu Ling's words, Qian Qi asked.
Gu Ling'er nodded. "Even though I don't know the content of the test, I'm certain that the shorter one stays in there, the lower the chances of success. The longer one stays in there, the higher the chances of success!"
Hearing those words, Qian Qi widened his eyes in curiosity. "May I know who has lasted the longest in history? How long did he last? "
"It should be the genius from five thousand years ago, Shi Kuangheng. He lasted for an incense's time! "
Gu Ling'er pondered for a moment before replying.
Even though she had never taken the test before, as Gu Yunqiu's direct disciple, she still knew quite a bit about the secrets of the Qian Origin Alliance.
"Shi Kuangheng? Who are you talking about? The one who came up with twenty-seven grade-9 sealing formations, including the Severing Formation, Freezing Formation, and Body Severing Formation? Even he only lasted for an incense's time? "
Qian Qi narrowed his eyes in disbelief.
Even he had heard of Shi Kuangheng's name before. Shi Kuangheng was a famous expert in history, and he was the one who came up with twenty-seven sealing formations and groomed countless disciples.
The seventeenth sect leader of their Qiankun Sect had once received Shi Kuangheng's favor.
All along, Shi Kuangheng had been his idol, but to think that Shi Kuangheng would fail …
"Indeed, he should be the one who lasted the longest. As for the one who lasted the longest in the past three hundred years, it should be Elder Qin. He lasted for fifteen minutes! As for the others, most of them lasted for around half a tea's time, "Gu Ling'er said.
Qian Qi nodded.
Su Yin made a rough calculation.
Fifteen minutes, thirty minutes, fifteen minutes, fifteen minutes, fifteen minutes, five minutes, five minutes ….
From the looks of it, the gap between them was huge.
"I was just lucky …" Qin Yuan shook his head.
The crowd fell silent. Sometimes, luck was also a form of strength. Since Qin Yuan didn't want to dwell on this matter, no one wanted to look for trouble.
Su Yin and the others continued looking at the side door as they calculated the time Li Yang took to enter. As for Gu Yunqiu and the others, they were communicating with Qin Yuan telepathically.
It didn't take long for them to figure out what was going on, and they gasped in shock.
"Xiantian Constitution … No wonder!"
"Looks like I guessed right. Su Tianya is the Junior Martial Uncle of the Immortal Suppressing Sect, Su Yin!"
Previously, they had been speculating when a super genius had appeared in Great Yan Prefecture. Now, it seemed like that person was right.
Ten years ago, a person with a xiantian Constitution had appeared in Great Yan Prefecture. Great Qian Prefecture, Great Yuan Prefecture, and the Qiankun Alliance had all heard of it and wanted to invite him. However, when the alliance was established, there was a rule that forbade people from snatching geniuses from other prefectures. Otherwise, everyone would want to go to Great Qian Prefecture. Sooner or later, a place like Great Yan Prefecture would be devoured by demons …
Therefore, they could only give up.
Later on, they sent people to inquire about it. Unfortunately, the other party had been in seclusion and didn't make any moves. Since then, the matter gradually died down.
They didn't expect that after ten years of silence, such a huge commotion would occur as soon as he appeared.
"His strength …"
After lamenting, Gu Yunqiu noticed the change in Su Yin's cultivation. He exchanged a look with Quan Fengtian, and both of them widened their eyes.
An hour ago, he was only at Eternal Stage Two. How did he suddenly become a Pseudo Immortal?
They quickly sent a telepathic message to Gu Ling 'er and soon received a reply.
It would have been better if they didn't hear it. After hearing it, the two of them were even more confused.
Was it that easy for him to make a breakthrough?
Creak!
While they were still puzzled, the side door creaked. Then, they saw Li Yang walk out with a pale face. He panted heavily as he walked.
His eyes were red and he looked exhausted. It was obvious that he had used up a lot of energy.
"How is it?" Gu Yunqiu asked.
Li Yang looked ashamed. "I failed to live up to your expectations. I didn't pass …"
"It's nothing. It's already good that you can last for ten minutes …" Qin Yuan shook his head.
No one had succeeded in ten thousand years. He was already prepared for this situation.
Ten minutes. Compared to him, Li Yang was still lacking. In the past hundred years, he could be ranked in the top five.
Li Yang walked up to the others and swallowed a pill. His complexion recovered slightly.
"As soon as I entered, a powerful force crushed down on me, assaulting my consciousness relentlessly. I could only use my full strength to resist it, unable to think of anything else …" Li Yang explained.
Knowing what everyone wanted to know, Li Yang said, "However, I can't remember how this energy suppressed my soul or what I went through. All I know is that it was excruciating pain, and it was only through sheer willpower that I was able to hold on. Toward the end, my consciousness began to blur … "
"…"
The crowd frowned.
They wanted to hear what Li Yang had experienced so that they could prepare themselves mentally, but he didn't say anything useful at all.
"There's no need to ask. The Sealing Stone is an Immortal artifact. As long as one leaves the hall, the content of the trial will be erased from one's mind. It's for this reason that we can't tell you anything. It's not that we don't want to, "Qin Yuan explained.
The crowd came to a realization, and they couldn't help but feel a little awkward.
At their level of cultivation, erasing the memories of ordinary cultivators was a walk in the park. Perhaps, it would be equally easy for an Immortal to erase their memories.
It seemed like their hopes of borrowing the experience of the predecessors had been dashed.
"I'll go in then …" Knowing that it wouldn't make a difference whether he entered first or not, Qian Qi turned around and walked in.
Even though he was a genius second only to Gu Ling 'er, he didn't last as long as Li Yang. Roughly eight to nine minutes later, he appeared before the crowd, breathing heavily.
"Li Yang's talent is indeed inferior to that of the young man before him. However, after reaching the Pseudo Immortal realm, he spent all his time fighting against that Immortal's Zhen Yuan.
Su Yin nodded.
While others might be surprised by this result, he could roughly guess what was going on.
Ordinary geniuses would have their shortcomings, but those of their caliber would possess top-notch willpower and tenacity. Under normal circumstances, there shouldn't be too much of a difference between their talents. However, Li Yang had spent all his time fighting against the Immortal's Zhen Yuan, so he had gained the upper hand from the very start.
It was only natural that he was able to last longer than Li Yang.
Of course, this also highlighted how fearsome Shi Kuangheng was. There was a huge gap between their talents. It was no wonder why Shi Kuangheng was able to remain the number one genius for the past ten thousand years.
After that, Zhao Xun, Yuan Hai, and Gu Ling 'er entered one after another. The one who lasted the longest was Gu Ling' er, who was the last to enter.
Zhao Xun and Yuan Hai were about the same as Qi Qianqi. They lasted about seven to eight minutes. They didn't even break Li Yang's record.
"If Ling 'er has another ten years, she might be able to surpass Shi Kuangheng …"
After seeing all the results, Qin Yuan's hopeful eyes were filled with disappointment. He sighed.
With great talent, one's cultivation could be improved in a short period of time. However, one's outlook, experience, and temperament needed to be stabilized. One had to experience more life and experience more joys and sorrows before one could become stronger. One couldn't become stronger just by looking at theories.
It was like someone who had never been in a relationship and had only read a few books about it. Even if one was confident, it was just empty talk.
This was the current situation.
When he first entered, he was much older than the rest. His cultivation was also higher. That was why he was able to last longer.
It was a pity that time waited for no one. If he failed, the Giant Demon Clan would be able to produce a True Immortal, and the human race would be wiped out. He had no choice but to bring forward the test.
Shaking his head, he turned his gaze to Su Yin.
Since Gu Ling 'er and the others had failed, he could only place his hopes on him.
Clenching her fists, Gu Ling 'er encouraged, "Brother Ya, you can do it!"
"Un!"
With a faint smile, Su Yin lifted his foot and walked over.
Given how powerful the Sealing Stone was, he wanted to give it a try himself. At the same time, he wanted to see how long it could last. As for whether he could assimilate it or not, he wasn't sure.
After all, Immortal Artifacts had their own temperament. It was normal for them to refuse to acknowledge him.
The door opened and Su Yin's body flashed as he entered the room.
After he disappeared, the surroundings fell silent.
After a moment of silence, Quan Fengtian turned to Qin Yuan and asked, "Old Qin, what do you think?"
"Do you want to speak the truth?" Qin Yuan asked.
"Of course!" Quan Fengtian replied.
"This …" Qin Yuan paused for a moment before continuing, "Senior Uncle Su Tianya's talent in cultivation and understanding of seals are top-notch in the past ten thousand years. It's a pity that he's still too young. If he were a few years later, I can guarantee that he would have an 80% chance of succeeding. But now …"
He didn't finish his words, but it was clear that he didn't think that Su Tianya would succeed.
But that wasn't too surprising.
Given some time, Su Tianya might be able to succeed. However, Su Tianya was only eighteen years old at the moment. Even if he started learning in his mother's womb, it would only take him eighteen years … The chances were still too low.
"Indeed …" Quan Fengtian's mouth fell open, but in the end, he sighed deeply.
He thought that as long as one was talented enough, there would be a chance for him to assimilate the Sealing Stone, but from the looks of it, he was still too naive.
"I think that Brother Tianya will succeed!"
Hearing their conversation, Gu Ling 'er gritted her teeth.
"I also think that Brother Su will succeed!"
Li Yang chimed in. "If even he can't succeed, it means that no one will be able to assimilate the Sealing Stone!"
"I think so too. We all acknowledge and admire Brother Su's talent. If even he can't succeed, who can?" Qian Qi and the others nodded in agreement.
Quan Fengtian and Qin Yuan were taken aback by everyone's support. Then, they smiled bitterly. "We also hope that he can succeed. Forget it, let's wait and see. As long as he can last longer than Shi Kuangheng, his chances of success will increase to more than fifty percent …"
Jiya!
At this moment, the door opened, and Su Tianya walked out.
"It hasn't even … been two minutes? Of the six of them, he took the shortest time? "
"It's over …"
Everyone trembled, and their faces turned ghastly pale.
Gu Ling 'er, Li Yang, and the others had lasted fifteen minutes, but they were still unable to assimilate the Sealing Stone. They couldn't even catch a glimpse of the Sealing Stone. It went without saying that Su Tianya would fail in such a short time!
In fact, he might not even pass the first trial!
If he couldn't pass the first trial, how could he assimilate the Sealing Stone?
"I should have known … Although he's talented, he came from a small place like the Great Yan Province. He hasn't gone through any special training for his temperament and willpower. He hasn't experienced any cruel battles with the Great Demons, and he hasn't been through any life-or-death situations. It's normal that he can't hold on for long when faced with the true pressure of his consciousness …"
Gu Yunqiu, Qin Yuan, and the others looked at one another and sighed.
They didn't have high hopes … Su Tianya still failed!
So many geniuses had failed. Was the Sealing Stone really just a legend?
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