Cultivation: I have an equipment slot

But then he looked at Fang Yuan, who was lying on the ground, unable to get up.

Zhang Yan ultimately remained silent.

He is a genuine person.

Since that's what they think, then so be it.

Anyway, they seemed pretty happy.

presumably.

It must be an acknowledgment of his abilities.

Since the investor acknowledges his capabilities, Zhang Yan sees no need to haggle over every little detail.

Anyway...

30% and 50%.

It's pretty much the same.

Sometimes, you just can't take people too seriously.

"Are you willing to be led by Zhang Yan now?" Gu Jingsong breathed a sigh of relief after checking Fang Yuan's injuries again.

There's nothing seriously wrong.

It was just a minor injury.

It will get better with time and some rest.

"Of course, of course."

"Of course we should respect Senior Brother Zhang."

"Actually, last time I said we should listen to the sect's arrangements. After all, how could the sect not think of things that we can think of?"

Hearing Gu Jingsong's words.

All the Golden Core cultivators present immediately surrounded him.

They all had kind expressions on their faces.

Everyone had a very good attitude.

If you don't see it with your own eyes.

Zhang Yanzhen never imagined that the same person could have such a huge difference before and after.

can only say……

Whether they are cultivators or ordinary people, they are all chameleons when faced with absolute power.

It's not just about attitude.

Even the way they address each other has changed.

I used to call him that kid.

Now I'll call him Senior Brother Zhang.

Listen quietly.

That attitude, that tone of voice, how pleasant it sounds!

"So what should we do now?" Zhang Yan remained noncommittal about these flattering remarks.

He knew these people's character well.

I won't blame these people.

but!
This doesn't mean he respects these people.

So he spoke directly to Gu Jingsong.

"Oh, your job from now on is very simple. Just get to know each other and then start with the assessment." Although he had a stern face towards these people.

However, when Gu Jingsong looked at Zhang Yan, a kind expression appeared on his face.

This is a sign of respect for the strong.

"Ok."

Hearing Gu Jingsong's words, Zhang Yan nodded slightly.

Although he didn't want to stay here, they were, after all, his benefactors.

Zhang Yan has a bottom line.

He never had any complaints about his own financial backers.

Once you've taken the money, you'll listen to what others say.

He doesn't like to eat and ask for things at the same time.

and……

The assessment for the Human Race Alliance is not far off.

Only four years remain.

For a cultivator at the Golden Core stage, four years is but a fleeting moment.

Gu Jinsong has left.

They simply settled Zhang Yan in this secret realm.

Those Golden Core cultivators from the Heavenly Dao Sect held Zhang Yan in great awe.

They were conflicted.

On the one hand, they wanted to befriend Zhang Yan, hoping that he could give them a good lesson in the upcoming assessment.

on the other hand.

They were also a little too proud to admit it.

It's like Kong Yiji's long gown.

Once you put them on, taking them off isn't so easy.

……

Zhang Yan was indifferent to these people.

Instead, he found a quiet place and sat cross-legged.

Waiting for the time to come.

Fang Yuan, in particular, recovered completely after only six months of recuperation.

This was mainly because Zhang Yan stopped in time.

Also, the assessment is imminent.

The Heavenly Dao Sect would never allow its disciples to go into battle injured.

So after the other party was injured, he immediately took out the best medicine to heal him.

However, after he recovered.

He then fell silent.

He remained completely silent in front of Zhang Yan.

He was no longer the unruly person he used to be.

Cultivators.

They're not fools.

He could be arrogant before he knew Zhang Yan's true strength.

They were still arrogant even after knowing the other party's strength.

Isn't that just plain stupid?

Fang Yuan was certainly not that kind of idiot.

Actually.

He had been trying to find ways to ease the tension between himself and Zhang Yan.

After Zhang Yan revealed his strength, he knew that if he wanted to achieve something in the Human Race Dao Alliance's assessment, he would need to work harder.

That might mean you need to cling to the other party's coattails.

after all……

Zhang Yan's strength is undeniable.

we can even say……

The opponent's strength has far exceeded the comprehension of ordinary people.

It's really too strong!

……

Four years.

Tell me whether it will last long or not.

It's not short, but it's not short either.

For most people in this secluded place, it's probably just an ordinary period of seclusion.

But for Zhang Yan...

However, their strength has increased once again.

For the past four years, he has been cultivating almost day and night.

Unlike these cultivators who have already reached a bottleneck.

He has only just entered the Golden Core stage.

So when you're being normally brave and aggressive.

Four years of cultivation, though it did not allow him to break through in terms of cultivation level, thoroughly solidified his foundation.

In addition, Zhang Yan also conducted another round of comprehension on his own supernatural powers.

But it's a pity.

Due to time constraints.

Therefore, he did not figure out anything special.

but……

There has been some improvement.

Don’t say anything else.

He is different now than Zhang Yan was before.

Their strength has increased by at least a few points.

Although it seems like very little...

But don't forget.

Zhang Yan's basic combat strength was already very strong.

If he gains a few more points, and that translates into concrete results, then he won't be weak.

"Pfft~"

Suddenly.

A soft sound rang out.

Then Zhang Yan saw that the space in front of him had become transparent, like the surface of a lake.

Followed by.

Gu Jingsong appeared in front of Zhang Yan.

"Zhang Yan, come with me. My master wants to see you," Gu Jingsong said calmly, glancing around the secret realm.

"Okay!" Zhang Yan nodded gently.

Then, without fear, he stepped across the ripples in space.

Immediately afterwards, he felt a moment of dizziness.

Then I arrived at an unfamiliar room.

The room was completely dark, without a single ray of light, giving it an overall oppressive feel.

"Zhang Yan".

An old voice sounded.

Zhang Yan subconsciously looked up and saw an old Taoist priest sitting upright on a futon.

The old man's body was withered, his skin was full of wrinkles, and he looked very miserable.

But then the old Taoist priest spoke.

His body quickly became fuller, and his skin became radiant.

In an instant, he went from feeling like he was about to die to being a spirited old man.

This person is no one else.

It was Gu Taixuan.

"What are you..."

Zhang Yan was startled by the other party.

I never imagined that there were such miraculous cultivation techniques in the world of cultivation.

"They're just using survival techniques to prolong their lives."

Gu Taixuan waved his hand, coughed, and looked somewhat weak.

He doesn't seem like a cultivator at the Dharma Aspect Realm at all.

Instead, he seemed like a wretched old man who was nearing the end of his life.

"To be honest, my lifespan is almost over."

That's why I have such high expectations for you.

Because this might be my last chance.

As long as you can pass the assessment and get a good score, I will have the opportunity to go further with the rewards from the Human Race Alliance.

Otherwise, even the Withered Wood Longevity Technique wouldn't be able to save me.

Gu Jingsong spoke calmly, but Zhang Yan detected a hint of sorrow in his voice.

Gu Jinsong was able to cultivate to the late stage of the Dharma Aspect Realm in this barren little world.

If he were in the wider world, his achievements would be immeasurable.

Unfortunately...

No if.

He offended someone when he was young.

I can only return to the small world.

If he had stayed at the Great World and refused to leave, he might already be a corpse by now.

"Yes, disciple understands, disciple will do his best." Zhang Yan said to him earnestly.

"Okay, okay, okay, that's enough."

Before I leave, I'll give you one last spell, one you'll never need.

As Gu Taixuan spoke, he stretched out his hand and gently drew a symbol in the air.

The symbol blinked.

It was imprinted directly on his forehead.

"Alright, you can go now."

I'm going to continue my seclusion.

Gu Taixuan sighed, then sat on the futon and closed his eyes.

With eyes tightly closed.

His vital energy was drained away once again.

It then turned into a dried-up corpse, like a withered tree.

See here.

Zhang Yan found it very amazing.

He could probably understand the effect of this technique.

It's actually similar to a turtle.

When not active, one should store up all of one's vital energy.

Reduce consumption.

That way, he can get it for longer.

But again...

In this state, Gu Taixuan's mental strength and physical power have both declined significantly.

But for the sake of my life.

There is nothing we can do about this.

"Goodbye, Elder." Zhang Yan bowed to him.

Then turned and left.

Gu Taixuan finally gave him a spell.

It is a third-order spell.

Its only function is to accelerate.

It can save his life.

to be frank.

Zhang Yan was quite impressed that Gu Taixuan had given him such a spell.

after all……

Gu Taixuan was different from others.

He invested a lot of resources in Zhang Yan.

Logically speaking...

Zhang Yan was essentially his mercenary.

If Zhang Yan can complete the mission, then naturally it will be a win-win situation for everyone.

If Zhang Yan fails to complete the task, then...

Zhang Yan died during the assessment.

That is only to be expected.

However, the other party actually gave him a life-saving spell.

This is interesting.

after all……

Normally, it shouldn't be a life-or-death spell.

Should we force him to either succeed or die trying?
but……

Perhaps his reaction at this moment was exactly what the other party expected?
after all.

A cultivator at the Dharma Aspect Realm.

In any case, it's impossible for someone to know nothing.

Even the most foolish person.

Having been tempered by the passage of time, they also become adept at understanding human nature.

……

They came out of the other party's main hall.

Zhang Yan immediately spotted Gu Jingsong.

"Ugh."

Gu Jingsong saw Zhang Yan sigh deeply, and then said slowly, "I'm entrusting my master's matter to you."

His lifespan...

I really can't wait any longer.

I hope you get good results this time.

Gu Jingsong looked at Zhang Yan and said sincerely.

He bowed as he spoke.

"Don't worry, it's only right." Zhang Yan stepped aside, avoiding the other person's bow.

"Okay, get ready, get ready, we're about to set off."

Gu Jinsong took a deep breath.

Open the secret realm.

Then the Golden Core stage cultivators inside were released.

in fact.

Logically speaking.

Such a big thing.

The Heavenly Dao Sect should at least hold a meeting.

Let's inspire everyone.

They even had Zhang Yan and others set an example and show off.

But this time.

Different.

The main reason is that the leader this time is Zhang Yan.

They are not native to the Heavenly Dao Sect.

It's a foreign player!
The Heavenly Dao Sect has never been so humiliated.

and so……

The higher-ups of the Heavenly Dao Sect decided to let Zhang Yan and his group go quietly.

Just like Zhang Yan came quietly.

Waving your sleeves will not take away a single cloud.

If Zhang Yan can achieve a good result in the assessment.

So they held a mobilization meeting.

If the grades are not good.

Let's pretend nothing happened.

Ok.

This is the attitude of a leader...

"Let's go. I hope you do well this time," Gu Jingsong said, releasing a spaceship.

His boat wasn't big.

It wasn't particularly luxurious.

But after Zhang Yan and the others went up...

With Gu Jinsong's control.

I immediately sensed the difference.

fast.

That's incredibly fast!

Zhang Yan felt...

This speed is already supersonic.

"Is this the Nascent Soul stage?" Zhang Yan exclaimed in amazement.

have to say.

The opponent's strength can be seen just from this spaceship.

That's really impressive.

Don’t say anything else.

With this spaceship, Gu Jingsong was practically invincible.

Fight if you want.

Go whenever you want.

That's the advantage of speed!
Gu Jingsong piloted the spaceship at breakneck speed.

Even at his speed, it took him three full days to fly.

"This is where you will take the assessment." Three days later.

The spaceship came to a stop.

Gu Jingsong led them to a high mountain.

These mountains look quite ordinary.

The only problem is that the top of the mountain is very flat, making it look like the mountaintop was sliced ​​off with a sword.

Actually...

This is also true.

A huge formation is carved on the platform at the top of the mountain.

"You wait here, it will begin soon," Gu Jingsong said calmly after escorting them to the platform.

"Yes, Elder Gu."

No one present would disobey Gu Jingsong's words.

Zhang Yan also found a place to sit cross-legged and wait silently.

soon.

Except for them.

The remaining members of the Lingbao Sect, Tiangui Sect, Yaowang Sect, and Xiaoleiyin Temple also rushed over.

The four major sects.

The total number of people is less than one hundred.

but.

These less than one hundred Golden Elixirs are the hope of the Central Plains.

Besides the Heavenly Dao Sect, the other three sects were also sent over by Nascent Soul stage cultivators.

A group of people gathered on the mountaintop, but there was not a sound.

Everyone waited silently.

in this way.

More than ten days passed.

Just as some people were getting impatient.

On top of the mountain.

in the sky.

Suddenly, a large, emerald-green hand appeared.

That enormous hand blotted out the sky, and with a fierce grab, it seemed as if something in the world had been torn apart. Immediately afterwards, a pure spiritual energy drifted out from the sky.

"Ready, the ladder of guidance is coming!"

At this moment, Gu Jingsong suddenly shouted, and everyone immediately tensed up.

Awaiting the arrival of the ladder of guidance. (End of Chapter)