âThree people?â
Chu Feng and the others started speculating amongst themselves upon hearing those words. They wondered who the three people were.
According to the black mist, the restriction wasnât on oneâs age but talent, but the Godwish Grandmother and the Lady of Dao Sea didnât seem to fit the criteria. They were renowned figures in the Nine Souls Galaxy, but they had already reached a bottleneck in their cultivation. It showed that their talent was lacking compared to Chu Feng and the others.
In other words, the three people were among the juniors.
As a result, the juniors couldnât help but feel nervous yet excited. There were only two people present who had absolute confidence in themselves.
One of them was Chu Feng, and the other was Song Yun.
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The humanoid monster suddenly opened his palm and produced a surge of black mist.
âThe first candidate.â
The humanoid monster waved his hand, and the black mist shot toward Wang Yuxian and covered her body.
Those from the Dao Sea werenât too surprised to see that Wang Yuxian had been chosen. After all, she had always been known as the greatest prodigy of the Nine Souls Galaxy, so there was no questioning her talent.
However, Song Xueâerâs expression crumbled upon seeing that Wang Yuxian had obtained the qualification. She glanced at Song Yun and Chu Feng.
Chu Fengâs talent was ridiculously high, such that there was no doubt in her mind that he would receive the qualification. At the same time, she had a clear idea of how talented Song Yun was.
With those two present, it was impossible for her to receive the qualification.
On the other hand, Chu Feng started feeling a little anxious.
There were only two slots left, and he knew that he would be receiving one of them. This meant that the third slot was likely to either go to Song Xueâer or Zi Ling.
Alternatively, it could go to Song Yun too.
However, his goal here was to help Zi Ling get into the Monstrous Kingâs Soul Mound. It would be meaningless if she were to be denied entry here.
âThe second candidate.â
The humanoid monster spoke up once more.
A new surge of black mist gathered in his hand, but its size was visibly larger than that of Wang Yuxianâs. This seemed to indicate that the second candidate possessed talent greater than Wang Yuxian.
Shoosh!
While everyone was speculating who it was, the humanoid monster waved his hand, and it flew straight toward Song Yun. It coiled around Song Yunâs body with great fervor, reminiscent of blazing flames.
âIt looks like the final slot will be going to young friend Chu Feng,â the Godwish Grandmother and the Lady of Dao Sea said.
There was no doubt in everyoneâs mind about that.
Chu Feng had already thoroughly proven his talent, such that no one could voice any qualms about it.
âThe final candidate.â
The humanoid monster manifested a surge of black mist that was larger than Song Yun and Wang Yuxianâs combined.
Shoosh!
The humanoid monster waved its hand, and the black mist flew toward Chu Fengâs direction, just as everyone had expected.
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It was just that the black flames suddenly screeched to a halt upon reaching Chu Fengâs vicinity. It was trembling ever so slightly, seemingly trying to get closer but to no avail.
âYoung friend Chu Feng, you!!!â
The Godwish Grandmother and the Lady of Dao Sea directed uncomprehending looks at Chu Feng. They could tell what was happening.
At the same time, the humanoid monster also asked in bewilderment, âYouâre rejecting the black mist? Donât you wish to obtain Lord Monstrous Kingâs power?â
The humanoid monster appeared to possess sentience. It was able to see through Chu Fengâs intention.
âElder, can I pass on the opportunity to someone else? I donât think that Iâm the most qualified person to obtain Lord Monstrous Kingâs heritage,â Chu Feng said.
âI am the one who decides whoâs qualified. Are you challenging my authority?â the humanoid monster asked.
âElder, I dare not to question you. I just wish to pass on the opportunity to someone else,â Chu Feng insisted.
âOh? Who do you want to pass the opportunity on to?â the humanoid monster asked.
âHer.â
Chu Feng pointed to Zi Ling.
However, the humanoid monster shook his head and said, âHer talent is the worst amongst the three of you. How could I allow her to enter Lord Monstrous Kingâs Soul Mound?â
âThat canât be. Elder, could there be a mistake here?â Chu Feng asked.
The Blood-red Ancient Tower was currently inside Zi Lingâs body, elevating her talent to an incredible height.
âTalent is something that a person is born with. There can be no mistake in my judgment. I wonât change my mind. You can either accept the black mist, or else Iâll pass the opportunity on to another person I deem qualified,â the humanoid monster said.
Chu Fengâs eyes hardened with determination upon hearing those words.
âElder, pardon my offense.â
Chu Feng suddenly reached forth to grab the black mist. It was clear to the crowd that he was intending to forcefully manipulate the black mist to enter Zi Lingâs body.
âBig brother Chu Feng, you canât do that! Donât miss this precious opportunity because of me!â Zi Ling tried to advise him against it.
âYoung friend Chu Feng, calm down!â the Lady of Dao Sea also persuaded him to stop as well.
Even Shengguang Baimei and Daoist Niantian were trying to dissuade him from what he was doing.
âBrat, are you asking to die?â
The voice of the humanoid monster turned cold. He raised his hand, and the black mist morphed into a sharp sword directed at Chu Feng. The sword wasnât huge, but it was emanating a terrifying aura.
âYoung friend Chu Feng, stop!â the Lady of Dao Sea exclaimed.
âBig brother Chu Feng, donât do it!â
Zi Ling even rushed forward to stop him.
However, none of them could change Chu Fengâs mind.
âElder, I ask you to grant my wish,â Chu Feng said.
Everyone was shocked by Chu Fengâs audacity. The Godwish Grandmother and the Lady of Dao Sea werenât a match for the humanoid monster, which meant that the latter could have easily taken Chu Fengâs life if he wanted to.
However, a shocking sight occurred. The humanoid monster suddenly burst into laughter.
âInteresting. It looks like you really donât fear death. Since thatâs the case, Iâll trust you this once and see if that lass is really as talented as you put her out to be.â
The humanoid monster raised his hand and manifested another surge of black mist. With a wave of his hand, the black mist gushed into Zi Lingâs body. Shortly after, Zi Lingâs body started giving off the same black mist as Song Yun and Wang Yuxian.
âBrat, are you going to continue blocking the black mist? You donât intend on accompanying that lass into Lord Monstrous Kingâs Soul Mound?â the humanoid monster asked.
Hearing that, Chu Feng quickly released his barrier and allowed the black mist in front of him to enter his body. Shortly after, he began emanating the most concentrated black mist of all.
âThank you for granting my wish, elder,â Chu Feng clasped his fist and said.
âOne last word of advice. Youâll face grave danger inside the Soul Mound, such that the odds of surviving are slim at best. If you fear death, itâs not too late to turn back.â
The humanoid monster swiftly dissipated after saying its words, leaving only a layer of black mist at the entrance of the ancient remnant.