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Chapter 85: The Mid-Year Examination Arrives
Chapter 85: The Mid-Year Examination Arrives
The day of the mid-year examination had finally arrived.
Within the sect, Su Chen could clearly sense the increased number of people.
Many disciples who had been training outside or guarding the front lines had already returned.
This mid-year examination held significant influence over everyone.
It was related to various resources, and basically, everyone who should have returned had come back.
At the hour of the Dragon (7-9 am), Su Chen waited with his classmates on the upper floor of the mansion.
Logically, they should have gone to the martial practice ground with Ji Sheng.
But by the hour of the Dragon, Ji Sheng seemed to be nowhere in sight.
Instead, Mr. Ouyang arrived first.
Smiling at the waiting group, he said, "Don't wait here any longer. Your teacher, Mr. Ji, is probably still resting in his own mansion.
For this mid-year examination, you new sect members will be arranged to go last.
Unless something unexpected happens, Mr. Ji will only get up after noon."
After speaking, Ouyang Chuan led the way to the martial practice ground.
"Even if the competition starts later, you can still observe the strength and realm of other senior brothers and sisters.
Many times, watching others take action can teach you a lot.
Even some difficult bottlenecks might be overcome by getting inspiration from watching others compete."
Feeling Ouyang Chuan's care, the group felt even more touched.
In comparison, the difference between Ji Sheng and Ouyang Chuan was too great. One person exhausts his mind to help you grow, to help you improve, and always considers what's best for you.
The other person doesn't care at all and would love to see you slack off.
Even if you want to diligently cultivate, it's best not to disturb him.
In Ji Sheng's eyes, everyone is a burden.
Even Su Chen is seen the same way.
On the way to the martial practice ground, Ouyang Chuan walked up to Su Chen and spoke kindly, "You know, Jin Yue..."
The two walked ahead, with the other disciples following behind.
Jin Yue's eyes darted a glance at Su Chen, then quickly retracted her gaze.
At her side, Ruan Ting, noticing Jin Yue's subtle actions, covered her mouth and smiled.
Although no words were spoken, these small gestures had already made Jin Yue feel a bit embarrassed.
She quickly averted her gaze, then unconsciously glanced at Ruan Ting again.
In that glance, she saw that Ruan Ting's eyes were still fixed on her, and she seemed even more flustered.
Ever since the day they faced danger together, their relationship had become increasingly close.
Ruan Ting whispered, "For the debt of saving my life, I'm willing to repay with my body. What do you think?"
With a hint of teasing, Ruan Ting's words instantly made Jin Yue's face turn red.
"I just glanced at Su Shixiong for a moment, what are you talking about, Xiao Ting?"
In just a few words, Jin Yue was at a loss for words.
With a hint of playfulness, she looked at Ruan Ting.
For a moment, Jin Yue seemed to think of a retort and smiled, "Xiao Ting, you were also saved by Su Shixiong. Are you also thinking of repaying with your body~"
Hearing these words, Ruan Ting's smile remained.
"Su Shixiong is brave and resilient. He was willing to venture into such a dangerous wilderness to save me.
Moreover, Su Shixiong is already handsome. Is it abnormal for me to want to repay with my body?"
Hearing these words, the playful expression on Jin Yue's face intensified.
Wanting to say something, but for a moment, no words came out.
Her small expression made her look adorable.
"Alright, alright, I won't fight you for Su Shixiong. You two take care~"
Feeling like she couldn't win against Ruan Ting, Jin Yue wanted to explain, but didn't know how to start.
However, Jin Yue also discovered some issues.
When she heard Ruan Ting say that she wouldn't compete with her for Su Chen, her heart felt much more at ease.
She couldn't help but look at Su Chen again.
Regarding Su Chen, Jin Yue initially looked down upon him and even felt disdain.
A disciple who was expelled for greedily seizing merits, with questionable conduct and a touch of arrogance.
During the New Disciples' Martial Arts Tournament, even though Su Chen defeated Hou Shenfei,
Her impression of Su Chen remained poor.
But after being rescued in the wilderness, Jin Yue's perception of Su Chen changed significantly.
In the wilderness, even a Fifth Rank expert like Mr. Ouyang Chuan would face risks upon entering.
Yet, Su Chen, with his Eighth Rank Perfection realm, dared to venture into the wilderness to save them.
After the news spread, Jin Yue heard various opinions.
Among them, some said that Su Chen came to rescue her and Ruan Ting to earn a good reputation for himself.
To change others' perceptions of him and clear his name.
Su Chen did all this for personal gain.
But Jin Yue understood clearly, regardless of Su Chen's motives or desires.
He braved danger, ventured into the wilderness, and saved them.
As the rescued person, she only needed to acknowledge the facts.
Su Chen saved her; he was her benefactor.
In fact, even if others offered them more benefits, they wouldn't dare to enter the wilderness.
Mr. Ouyang said that those who are prone to greedily seizing merits rarely have the courage to venture into the wilderness.
Furthermore, Su Chen was well-versed in various methods and techniques for surviving in the wilderness.
This further confirmed that Su Chen frequently ventured into the wilderness.
An expelled disciple of Yunyang Sect, carrying the stigma of greedily seizing merits.
But after that incident, she was certain of Su Chen's resilience and courage, and his decisiveness in the wilderness.
The rumors and her own observations differed greatly.
This situation made her even more curious about Su Chen.
Little did this young lady know, a woman's curiosity about a man could be a terrifying thing.
She wanted to understand, to know more.
These thoughts would only draw her deeper into this curiosity.
At this moment, Su Chen, who was walking ahead, was having a serious conversation with Mr. Ouyang.
After entering the Seventh Stage Valley Embracing realm, Su Chen also needed guidance in many aspects.
Whether it was the application of his strength or his cultivation after reaching the Seventh Stage, he required some pointers.
Although Mr. Ouyang Chuan wasn't Su Chen's mentor, he provided very detailed answers.
After finishing their discussion on cultivation, Mr. Ouyang Chuan brought up the upcoming Mid-year Examination.
"You were the champion of this year's New Disciples' Martial Arts Tournament, so according to past conventions, the person testing against you will also be the champion of the previous year.
And the champion of the previous year's New Disciples' Martial Arts Tournament is Gu Feng's younger brother."
Su Chen wasn't particularly concerned about who his opponent would be.
Seeing Su Chen's nonchalant expression, Mr. Ouyang seemed to become more serious.
"During the initiation ceremony, many in the sect remember the words Gu Feng said.
At first, everyone thought it was just a joke.
But when you won the tournament, many in the sect are now waiting to see this spectacle.
As Gu Feng's younger brother, Gu Yu won't hold back against you.
Although he isn't as astonishingly talented as Gu Feng, he can certainly live up to the name of a genius."
(End of Chapter)
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