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Chapter 86: Your Potential is the Reason for the Sect's Cultivation
Chapter 86: Your Potential is the Reason for the Sect's Cultivation
Upon hearing these words, Su Chen's expression remained calm.
In this period of time, his strength had indeed improved significantly.
The Mid-Year Examination would be a validation of his abilities.
"Su Chen, are you certain that you didn't take credit for others' merits in Yunyang Sect?"
Along the way, Mr. Ouyang couldn't help but ask again.
This question was not the first time Mr. Ouyang Chuan had brought it up.
It was evident that surpassing a genius like Liu Xingwan in demon-slaying contributions wasn't easily believable.
Just like Gu Feng, who always ranked first in his demon-slaying missions without any suspense.
"Mr. Ouyang still thinks I'm making excuses, but the facts are as they are.
Even if no one believes it, the facts remain."
"In Yunyang Sect, I've never done such despicable acts of stealing credit."
Hearing Su Chen's words, Mr. Ouyang Chuan waved his hands repeatedly.
"I just want a clear answer.
If you say you didn't do such things, I, Ouyang Chuan, will believe you.
In fact, I've been thinking carefully and reviewing everything.
The news from Yunyang Sect mentioned that during your intelligence-gathering mission, you stole credit and even deliberately put your teammates in danger to rescue them and gain merit.
Before, I also took it as truth.
But now, I choose to believe what my eyes saw."
Mr. Ouyang Chuan paused, his gaze falling on Su Chen.
"That day in the wilderness, if I, Ouyang Chuan, was just an Eighth Rank Essence Refinement Realm disciple, I wouldn't dare to enter and rescue anyone, no matter how much merit was offered.
I'd rather have the merit than risk my life.
If one doesn't have the courage to face danger, they wouldn't dare step into such situations.
Furthermore, you indeed have exceptional skills in observing demon movements.
When Liu Xingwan relaxed slightly, you surpassed her, and I don't think it's impossible."
Upon hearing this, Su Chen stopped and bowed to Mr. Ouyang in gratitude for his trust.
Ever since the accusation of credit-stealing, only Senior Sister Yu Zhi and a few close disciples from Yunyang Sect were willing to trust him.
Now, there was one more, Mr. Ouyang.
"I'll spread the word as much as possible to help clear your name.
But it's still not enough to completely wash away the stain.
Follow your initial plan and take it step by step.
Didn't Gu Feng say that if you beat him, he'd help clear your name in Dazhou?
Currently, there's still a significant gap between you and Gu Feng.
But we'll take it one step at a time.
With your resolute heart and tenacity, you'll surpass many and go far."
Su Chen expressed his gratitude to Mr. Ouyang, but Mr. Ouyang Chuan had more to say.
"Also, for this Mid-Year Examination, you need to perform well and not hold back at all.
I've already spoken to the elders, and if you perform exceptionally, the sect is willing to invest resources in you.
The Great Elder also thinks highly of you and believes you're outstanding.
Remember, you don't have to win, but you need to showcase your talent and potential.
The sect needs a reason to convince others to invest resources in you.
With your potential, the sect has a reason to cultivate you."
Su Chen nodded, his gaze towards Mr. Ouyang filled with gratitude.
Speaking of which, Su Chen wasn't Mr. Ouyang's student.
But the care and attention Mr. Ouyang showed him far exceeded that of Ji Sheng, and Su Chen didn't know how to express his gratitude.
Just saying 'thank you'?
That would be too meager.
Su Chen remembered the favor in his heart and understood more clearly why Mr. Ouyang was so revered by his disciples.
As an Instructor, he was truly exceptional.
Other disciples under Mr. Ouyang Chuan's tutelage were also guiding Su Chen's classmates on their way to the Martial Practice Ground.
Without Ji Sheng's guidance, everyone naturally had less information and understanding.
This included the Mid-Year Examination details, and many of them were hearing this information for the first time.
About two hours before noon, the group arrived at the Martial Practice Ground.
The ground was several times busier than usual at this moment.
The entire area was divided into four sections for the upcoming Mid-Year Examination.
The group sat behind Mr. Ouyang Chuan.
Those who didn't know might genuinely mistake them for Mr. Ouyang Chuan's students.
Deep down, everyone wished this could become a reality.
Leaving Ji Sheng and joining Mr. Ouyang Chuan's group.
At noon, the Mid-Year Examination officially began.
In Heavenly Gorge City, the age limit was set at thirty-two.
After turning thirty-two, the Sect no longer assessed the disciples' strengths.
In the Sect's view, disciples were considered adults, and their future endeavors no further prompting.
The first to participate in the test were the oldest batch of disciples.
Most of these disciples were already in their thirties, and Su Chen observed their strengths to be around the Seventh Stage Valley Embrace Middle Stage.
Some outstanding ones possessed Valley Embrace Perfection.
Those who could enter the Sixth Stage were as rare as a phoenix feather and a dragon scale.
Observing their strengths, Su Chen gained a deeper understanding of their innate potential for cultivation.
Talented disciples like Gu Feng, Liu Xingwan, and Fu Jianyun were six or seven years younger than these disciples, yet their cultivation realms surpassed them by a significant margin.
Gu Feng and Liu Xingwan were both at the Sixth Stage Mountain Furnace Middle Stage.
Fu Jianyun was rumored to be close to achieving Mountain Furnace Perfection.
This was the vast gap brought about by innate talent.
Many people struggled for years to advance from the Initial Stage to the Middle Stage.
Then, it took another few years to reach Perfection.
After achieving Perfection, it was uncertain when they could take the next step forward.
In the Martial Practice Ground, the matches between senior disciples commenced.
Mr. Ouyang Chuan, as an Instructor, observed and provided analysis to the crowd.
In combat, raw strength was undoubtedly crucial, but the methods of response and adaptability during the match could significantly impact the final outcome.
Under the same cultivation realm, the difference in strength could be immense.
Su Chen and his classmates were fortunate to benefit from hearing Mr. Ouyang Chuan's analysis.
"I often emphasize that during combat, one must maintain composure at all times.
If emotions overwhelm you, you'll find yourself making hasty and foolish moves.
Look at your senior sister; she clearly lacks composure.
When her opponent suddenly changes tactics, she quickly becomes flustered.
Despite the small gap in strength, she is undoubtedly going to lose this match."
Su Chen, a Seeker of Knowledge, activated his Heavenly Destiny and continued listening to Mr. Ouyang Chuan's analysis.
Understanding more about these combat techniques and listening to these insights were beneficial.
As the examination progressed, everyone gained valuable knowledge from Mr. Ouyang Chuan's explanations.
Approaching noon, Ji Sheng arrived.
He glanced at the disciples, who were attentively listening to Mr. Ouyang Chuan's teachings.
A smile appeared on Ji Sheng's face, but its meaning remained unclear.
However, Mr. Ouyang Chuan had no choice but to turn and signal for Su Chen to sit with Ji Sheng.
It wasn't that he didn't want to teach, but as a fellow Instructor, he couldn't continue.
When Ji Sheng wasn't around, it was fine, but now it was even more inappropriate.
(End of Chapter)
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