In the martial arts hall, more than a hundred people stood neatly and silently.
The reason why it is so quiet is partly because today is the day of assessment, and partly because of the person who presides over the assessment.
The immortal who was standing in front of everyone and presiding over the assessment looked very strange. He was wearing an animal skin suit and a furry hat. There was a small animal head in front of the hat and a huge tail behind the hat - if you look closely, you can see that there is nothing like that.
It's made of the fur of a big squirrel.
It was already the end of April, and the climate in Dai Viet Country was already very hot, and thicker clothes could not be worn. However, he was wearing thick animal skins, but there was no hint of sultry heat. This shows that his cultivation is indeed high, and he is not susceptible to cold or heat.
invade.
It would be fine if it was just like this. What really intimidated everyone and made them dare not speak rashly were the words and deeds of this immortal.
"My name is Dagon, and I am the examiner for this session." His voice was thin and high-pitched, and it sounded like a squeak. "To tell you the truth, I am not a human, but a monster."
His words shocked many people, but many others remained calm - for example, Clay.
"Many of you have seen me. These days, I have been patrolling outside, responsible for destroying all the monsters that have invaded Qingniu Town - I believe many of you have seen how I 'destroyed' them.
Bar."
He grinned, showing his white teeth.
"To be honest, I hate dealing with the human race, because the human race is too troublesome, and they can't eat as much as they want like monsters. But this time, the boss approved me to host the assessment and gave me a privilege..."
He looked at everyone with evil intentions, and the two small eyes under his squirrel-skin hat glowed faintly, making people restless.
"The leader said that if anyone dares to cause trouble, I can give him a bite——"
As he spoke, his mouth suddenly expanded, and in an instant it became like a doorway, big enough for an adult to walk in directly.
"—eat him!"
Along with the fishy wind and terrifying words, there was an indescribable gloomy atmosphere. At least twenty or thirty seekers sat down on the ground in fright, and almost all of them screamed.
Wu Jie was one of the few people who didn't scream because he was chatting with Jasmine.
Before Immortal Master Dagon put on a terrifying face, Jasmine was already shouting excitedly: "What a big squirrel! If you peel off its skin, you should be able to make a high-quality spiritual talisman!"
"Can you still make magic talismans?" Wu Jie asked curiously, "Didn't you say last time that you only know some simple talismans?"
Jasmine's smile suddenly fell, and even the ears on her head drooped: "Yeah... I forgot that I can't make talismans... Alas! It's a pity that the senior brothers who are good at making talismans are no longer here, otherwise..."
"I think with the character of those senior brothers, once we recognize each other, we will definitely die before this squirrel, or we will be reduced to the point where we can't even die."
"...It seems to be true..."
Because he was distracted by chatting, Wu Jie felt far less pressure from terror than others, so he appeared calm and calm. Among a group of people who were frightened out of their wits, he seemed particularly out of place.
Dagon's gaze swept across the crowd, lingered on Wu Jie for a moment, nodded secretly, then changed back to his normal appearance, and announced the assessment method in a carefree manner.
"You have been studying this theory for ten days. You know whether you have learned something or not. Now, if you feel that you have learned something, just stand still; if you feel that you have learned nothing, just retreat.
Go to the back - don't try to do anything in front of me!"
He smiled coldly and glanced at everyone with his sinister eyes, as if he was studying who was more delicious and who was not so delicious, which made people tremble from the bottom of their hearts.
Under this terrifying gaze, many seekers retreated sadly and chose to give up.
In less than half a minute, at least one-third of the more than one hundred immortal seekers retreated to the back. Among the remaining people, there were still some flickering eyes. Although they failed to learn anything, they still held the thought of luck.
, trying to muddle through.
After a while, when he was sure that no one was leaving, Dagon smiled solemnly, his smile full of ferocity.
"Very good! Very good! Now we have some snacks!"
His gaze suddenly became extremely terrifying and fierce. In an instant, every immortal seeker who stayed there felt as if he was about to pounce on them and devour them!
"Help!"
"Don't eat me!"
"Master Immortal, spare your life!"
"I quit!"
…
There were random screams and pleas for mercy, and the scene was extremely chaotic for a while.
However, Dagon did not pounce.
Including Wu Jie, almost ten masters were all filled with powerful momentum, and in an instant they were able to withstand his arrogance.
But they only persisted for a moment.
The next moment, Wu Jie couldn't hold it any longer and fell forward, turning into a rolling gourd along with the other masters who sensed the killing intent and exploded.
They were so skilled in martial arts that they only needed to roll on the ground to regain their balance. However, during this rolling, at least a dozen more immortal seekers were thrown far behind by the sudden strong wind and fell to pieces.
"There is no shame in learning nothing. If you cannot succeed, there will be future generations. Dreams are something that many generations have to pursue. But trying to muddle through is absolutely impossible!"
At some point, Zhang Long appeared in the martial arts hall and looked at everyone seriously.
As he spoke, he waved his hand, and both those who retreated automatically and those who were thrown behind by the strong wind disappeared without a trace.
A moment later, a group of confused people appeared in an inconspicuous place in Wu'an County. Their memories were a little fuzzy. They only remembered the deep regret. Only the square bamboo sign in their hands could give them some relief.
Bring a little comfort.
At the same time, some people appeared in the place that used to be Qingniu Town. It was a deserted place with no trace of houses. There was only a long loess road leading to Wu'an County in the distance.
There was still a little fear on their faces, but more of it was despair. More than one person searched frantically on their bodies, but couldn't find anything, and finally burst into tears.
Wu Jie and others could see all of this clearly through the projection created by Zhang Long's spell.
"On the road to seeking immortality, the first priority is 'sincerity'!" Zhang Long said seriously, "I don't care what kind of thoughts you have, or your origins and origins, but I ask you to treat your requests with sincerity.
The road to immortality - this is respect for us and also responsibility for yourselves!"
"Why are you asked to learn the 'Teaching of the Supreme Being'? Have you ever considered this issue?" He glanced at everyone and said slowly, "The road to immortality is rugged, full of thorns, and every step is difficult. If you can't see
If you can't keep your heart clear and keep a sincere heart, you will go astray sooner or later. Then..." He paused, and there was a hint of shadow in his voice, "I'm afraid I will really trouble Dagon...
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Everyone, including Wu Jie, couldn't help but shudder.
This small episode did not waste a lot of time, but the original team of more than a hundred people seeking immortality suddenly decreased by nearly half.
There was nothing special in the next few days. If I had to find a topic, it was that the ten masters who took the initiative to resist Dagon's momentum were universally respected by the immortal seekers.
People respect strong people, especially when these strong people are willing to stand up for everyone.
Some may say this is a foolish act, but the reason why strong people are respected is precisely because they not only have great power, but also shoulder responsibilities that match this power.
Otherwise, they are just beasts in human form, and can only gain fear from people.
On the first day of May, everyone got up early, and when it was barely dawn, everyone had already gathered in the lecture hall.
According to the notification we received yesterday, the content of the next assessment will be announced today.
The immortals did not keep everyone waiting. As soon as the sun came up, Mr. Zhou came to the lecture hall.
The immortal who played the role of the down-and-out grocery store owner still maintained the same attire as he did at that time, with a shabby look and a pedantic look on his face. He was not good at words and did not give any speeches. He just told everyone the assessment topics dryly.
"There is a mountain to the east of Qingniu Town, called Niutou Mountain. The highest peak on the mountain is called Niujiao Peak. As long as you can reach the top of Niujiao Peak before the fifth day of May, you will pass."
"Is it that simple?" A bald man couldn't help but ask.
"Yes, that's it." Zhou Zhou didn't have the majesty of an immortal at all, just like an ordinary small businessman, he nodded and replied.
"Then when can we set off?" Luo Yu asked.
"You can do it now - but I suggest you don't worry." Zhou Zhou said, "Both Niutou Mountain and Niujiao Peak are easy to find. The peaks are not steep, and there are mountain roads leading to the top of the cliff. This final test,
The test is not about mountain climbing, but about other things."
"Can you tell me what the test is?" a little girl with a sweet smile asked bluntly.
Zhou Zhou shook his head: "I can't say, you will know after you go there - but remember, you have to be sincere, especially when you have to face your true heart."
"The road to seeking immortality is about truth and sincerity. Remember! Remember!"
After saying that, his whole person turned into a ball of smoke and disappeared without a trace.
Wu Jie and others looked at me and I looked at you. After some discussion, they decided to leave now.
Although the immortal told them not to worry, how could they not be anxious now?
Along the way, the fate of immortality has been close at hand, now let them wait any longer?
"I swear with my sincere heart! I don't want to wait for even a quarter of an hour!" Tao Tu looked at the mountain that resembled an ox's head to the east of Qingyang Town, stared at the peak shaped like an ox's horns, and couldn't help clenching his fists.
Wu Jie laughed loudly and patted the shoulder of his friend who had been seeking immortality with him until now: "Then what are you waiting for? Let's set off now!"
Dozens of seekers, like travelers who had been thirsty for several days in the desert and suddenly saw a spring, rushed towards the Niujiao Peak.