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The sounds of chatter filled the air as candidates eagerly prepared for the martial arts assessment.
Chu Sheng stood among the crowd, his gaze sharp as he scanned the surroundings.
Lin Yue, who had awakened his bloodline, was assigned to a special training room, while he had been informed that he would participate in the martial arts assessment today.
"Attention, all candidates!" A judge dressed in a blue robe stepped onto the high platform, his voice booming. "The martial arts assessment is about to begin. The assessment consists of five events: Power Test, Speed Test, Skill Assessment, Combat Assessment, and Ability Test. We will uphold principles of fairness and justice, and we hope everyone can perform to the best of their abilities."
The judge's eyes swept through the crowd as if searching for something. When his gaze landed on Chu Sheng, a glimmer of expectation flashed in his eyes.
Chu Sheng felt a stir in his heart; it seemed that Tian Yun Sect was quite interested in him.
"First event: Power Test!" The judge waved his hand, and a massive Measuring Stone was pushed to the center of the arena. "Candidates will take turns stepping up and striking the Measuring Stone with all their might."
The candidates formed a long line, taking turns to approach. Some were excited, some were nervous, while others exuded confidence. Chu Sheng stood at the back of the line, quietly observing everyone’s performance.
"Bang!" A burly young man slammed his fist into the Measuring Stone, causing ripples to spread across its surface.
"Power index: 789!" The judge announced loudly, eliciting gasps from the crowd.
"What the hell! That's impressive!"
"Did this guy eat a strength pill or something?"
"666! That's insane!"
A murmur of discussion arose around them. Chu Sheng frowned slightly; was this really surprising? It seemed that the overall level of the Tian Yun Sect was not very high.
Finally, it was Chu Sheng's turn. He walked slowly to the Measuring Stone and took a deep breath. The Merit Book in his mind vibrated:
[Good Deed Discovered: Demonstrating Strength, Inspiring Others]
[Task Reward: Merit Points × 100]
The corners of Chu Sheng's mouth lifted slightly as he threw a punch. "Boom!" A loud explosion echoed as the Measuring Stone shattered instantly, debris flying everywhere. The crowd fell silent, all eyes wide in shock as they stared at Chu Sheng.
"This... this..." The examiner stuttered, unable to find his words for a long moment. "Power Index: Off the charts!"
The atmosphere became somewhat awkward. Chu Sheng calmly walked back to the line as if nothing had happened. The other candidates retreated, afraid of being touched by this monster.
"Ahem, we will now proceed to the second event, the Speed Test," the examiner said, trying to regain his composure while pointing to the nearby track. "Please run at full speed on the track; we will record your speeds."
The candidates lined up again, taking turns to compete. Some dashed like arrows, while others ran out of breath. Chu Sheng remained at the back, quietly observing.
When it was Chu Sheng's turn, he merely leaped lightly, his body shooting forward like a bolt of lightning, crossing the finish line in an instant. His speed was so astonishing that the other candidates barely saw how he ran.
"Speed Index: Off the charts!" The examiner's voice trembled slightly. This time he had learned his lesson and announced the results directly.
Once again, an eerie silence enveloped the scene. Chu Sheng returned to the line with a blank expression, as if he had merely taken a stroll. The gazes of the other candidates were filled with both envy and fear, as if they were looking at a monster.
"The third event is the Skill Assessment," the examiner took a deep breath, striving to maintain his calm. "Please demonstrate your martial skills; we will score based on completion and difficulty."
The candidates took to the stage one after another. Some showcased flashy techniques, others demonstrated powerful punches, while a few exhibited their agile footwork. Chu Sheng stood to the side, quietly observing each person's strengths and weaknesses.
Finally, it was Chu Sheng's turn. He walked slowly to the center of the arena, took a deep breath, and began to demonstrate a seemingly simple set of punches. His movements flowed like water, each strike infused with profound principles. Though it was just basic boxing, it evoked a sense of returning to simplicity.
The judges watched intently, their eyes sparkling with surprise and admiration. When Chu Sheng finished his demonstration, the arena erupted in enthusiastic applause.
"Technique score: full marks!" one judge announced excitedly, his voice trembling slightly. "This set of punches appears simple but contains great truths. Chu Sheng, can you tell us what style this is?"
Chu Sheng smiled lightly. "It's just basic Tai Chi."
The crowd fell silent once more. Was he joking? Who couldn’t do Tai Chi? Yet why did his execution feel so different?
"The fourth item: Combat Assessment." The judge took a deep breath, striving to calm his excitement. "Please pair up for practical exercises. Remember to stop at the point of contact; do not injure your opponent."
The candidates began to form pairs; some were eager while others felt apprehensive. Chu Sheng stood aside, waiting quietly.
"Chu Sheng," the judge approached him with an apologetic expression. "Given your previous performance, we’ve decided to assign five candidates to participate in the Combat Assessment with you. I hope you don’t mind?"
Chu Sheng smiled slightly. "Not at all."
Five burly candidates stepped forward and surrounded Chu Sheng. Excitement sparkled in their eyes; they were clearly looking forward to this uneven match.
"Begin!" With the judge's command, all five launched their attacks simultaneously at Chu Sheng.
He remained still, his eyes half-closed as if sensing the flow of air around him. Just as their strikes were about to land, he suddenly moved.
"Bang! Bang! Bang!" A series of muffled sounds echoed as five candidates were sent flying like bowling pins, crashing heavily to the ground. The entire process took less than three seconds, and Chu Sheng didn't even move a step.
The venue fell into a stunned silence. Everyone stared in disbelief at the scene before them, as if they were caught in a dream.
"Practical assessment score: full marks!" The examiner's voice trembled slightly. "Chu Sheng, you... you are incredible!"
Chu Sheng smiled faintly and walked back to the line. The other candidates retreated, fearful of being touched by this monster.
"The final item is the Ability Test." The examiner took a deep breath, striving to regain composure. "Please step forward one by one; we will use the device to test your Ability strength and type."
The candidates formed a line again, taking turns to step up. Some controlled fire, others manipulated water, while some showcased various unique abilities. Chu Sheng stood at the back, waiting quietly.
Finally, it was Chu Sheng's turn. He approached the device and took a deep breath. The Merit Book vibrated in his mind:
[Good deed detected: Demonstrating strength, inspiring others]
[Task reward: Merit Points ×200]
A slight smile appeared on Chu Sheng's face as the Merit Book activated instantly. A powerful wave of energy erupted from within him, sweeping out like a tsunami.
"Beep! Beep! Beep!" The Ability Tester emitted a piercing alarm, and the values on the screen fluctuated wildly before finally displaying "ERROR."
"This... this..." The examiner was utterly dumbfounded. "Ability index: off the charts! Type: unknown!"
Once again, the venue was enveloped in a deathly silence. Everyone looked at Chu Sheng with incredulous eyes, as if they were gazing at an extraterrestrial being.
At that moment, a gentle voice echoed, "Not bad, very good."
Everyone turned to see the Elder of the Tian Yun Sect walking over slowly, a kind smile on his face.
"Chu Sheng, your performance is truly remarkable." The Elder approached Chu Sheng, his eyes sparkling with admiration. "From today onward, you will be the core disciple of my Tian Yun Sect. I will personally guide your cultivation and help you achieve great success as soon as possible."
Chu Sheng respectfully bowed, "Thank you for your kindness, Elder."
The other candidates watched this scene with a mix of envy and jealousy. To receive personal guidance from the Elder was an immense honor!
"Alright, the assessment ends here." The Elder surveyed the crowd, his voice booming. "Other candidates should not be disheartened; with diligent practice, there will always be a day for you to shine. Dismissed!"
Everyone began to leave, leaving only Chu Sheng and the Elder standing in place.
"Chu Sheng, come with me," the Elder said as he turned and walked toward the Martial Arts Arena's exit. "I want to introduce you to someone."
Chu Sheng followed closely behind the Elder, his mind filled with questions. Who could it be? Could it be Lin Yue? Or perhaps...
At that moment, a powerful aura suddenly swept in from a distance, crashing in like a towering wave. Chu Sheng's heart raced; this presence was several times stronger than that of the Elder!
"Has he arrived?" The Elder smiled slightly, a glimmer of anticipation in his eyes. "Chu Sheng, are you ready to face the greatest challenge of your life?"
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