I tricked you into thinking you had the makings of an emperor, but you actually did it?

It took Meng Shaobai a while to come to his senses by the square. Without saying a word, he piloted the flying boat away.

He was at the third level of the Divine Realm and was confident he could crush Shen Ming, who had just broken through.

But that was before. Now that Shen Ming has cleared the Demon Suppression Tower in one go, who can determine his true combat strength?

Without absolute certainty, Meng Shaobai did not want to try rashly.

Before they had flown far, a long rainbow passed them from behind. Upon closer inspection, Meng Shaobai quickly bowed.

Within the rainbow, the figure of Elder Xuan Yuan could be seen. He should have been in the Demon Suppression Tower, but now it was unclear where he had gone.

He ignored Meng Shaobai and didn't even glance at him.

"It has to be fast, it absolutely has to be fast!"

Xuan Yuan repeated this in his mind as he arrived at the Purple Mansion in the inner domain.

Ten Thousand Swords Purple Mansion!

The residence of the Supreme Elder of the Mysterious Sword Sect.

The entire small world was filled with sword energy, and there was a chilling atmosphere everywhere.

The gaunt Xuan Jian emerged from the palace. Upon seeing him, his expression softened, and he said, "You're in such a hurry; I thought a powerful enemy had attacked the sect."

"Haha, you're joking. What powerful enemy could there be now?"

Xuan Yuan concealed his anxiety and said, "I just suddenly have something I want to discuss with an old friend."

"But it doesn't matter."

"Do you still remember that disciple named Shen Ming?"

"Of course I remember."

“Old friend, after you left, Luo Tiandu repeatedly tried to persuade me and described the prospects of the Tongtian Twin Heroes. I thought about it for a while and realized that Tongtian Peak is determined to become the next sect leader. If there are two candidates for the Divine Son, it will give us a better chance,” Xuan Yuan said.

He wanted to trick Xuanjian into returning the person before news of the Demon Suppression Tower arrived.

"this?"

Xuan Jian was completely bewildered. He knew that Xuan Yuan was a man who valued his reputation highly, and once he spoke, his words were like water spilled on the ground.

Why are you bringing this up now? What's the hidden reason behind it?

Xuan Yuan sincerely said, "Old friend, after I looked into it later, I found that Shen Ming is indeed quite skilled."

Xuan Jian said helplessly, "Fine, then..."

Upon hearing this, Xuan Yuan's face lit up with joy. At that moment, another person from the Xuanjian Purple Mansion arrived.

Master of Ten Thousand Swords Peak, Xie Tianjian.

“Master! Shen Ming passed through the ninth level of the Demon Suppression Tower on his first attempt, fulfilling one of the conditions for becoming a Divine Child. I think our Ten Thousand Swords Peak can also compete for the title of Divine Child!” Xie Tianjian said.

Upon hearing this, the two elders froze on the spot.

Xuan Yuan's expression froze on his face, and Xuan Jian's words were stuck in his throat.

"I was wondering why you suddenly came here!" Xuan Jian said irritably.

We're all old foxes, you're trying to outsmart me.

“Old friend, just consider it a favor I’m doing for you. He mastered the Divine Elephant Suppressing Prison Technique in a single day; sword cultivation is merely a branch of his art,” Xuan Yuan said, forcing a smile.

"No."

Xuanjian's swordsman got angry; if he had spoken to him politely from the beginning, he might have hesitated.

But if he wanted to fool himself before the news arrived, Xuanjian simply waved his sleeve, leaving him with the back of his head.

Xuan Yuan stomped his foot and glared at Xie Tianjian with annoyance.

Shen Ming doesn't even possess the true secrets of swordsmanship, so why are you so excited and rushing to report this the first thing you did?

Xie Tianjian listened to their conversation and understood what was going on, secretly relieved.

Left with no other choice, Xuan Yuan returned to the Demon Suppression Tower.

Unexpectedly, a number of Supreme Elders had gathered in the sky above the Demon Suppression Tower, including two members of the Xuan generation.

They all noticed the commotion at the Demon Suppression Tower and came to investigate.

The elder in black robes said something that made them burst into laughter.

As soon as Xuan Yuan approached, the black-robed elder immediately shut his mouth, while the other Supreme Elders wore ambiguous smiles on their faces.

"Xuan Yuan, I've known you for so many years, but only today did I realize how noble you are. Even such a prodigy would readily yield to you. I am truly humbled."

"Who says otherwise, Xuan Yuan? I admire you."

The two Xuan-generation elders joked in a serious tone.

The other elders wore smiles of satisfaction, but inwardly they were laughing hysterically.

Xuan Yuan was furious, his worst fears still came true.

"Where is Shen Ming?!"

He didn't care about anything else and wanted to persuade Shen Ming to return to Tongtian Peak.

As long as the disciple himself is willing, he will do anything to compete with Xuanjian.

"The sect leader summoned him," the black-robed elder said.

"Even the sect leader has come?" This was something Xuan Yuan hadn't expected.

“Naturally, when a true disciple clears the Demon Suppression Tower on the first day, the sect leader is already considering taking him as a disciple. It’s a wonder that you, Xuan Yuan, were able to resist taking him as a disciple.”

"You old scoundrel! That's enough!" Xuan Yuan roared.

“Xuan Yuan, what do you mean by this? I am praising your noble character and integrity.”

"You've been laughing at me the whole time, without stopping!"

As they were talking, the two elders of the Xuan generation were about to start fighting, but the elders on the side quickly intervened to stop them.

The disciples in the square had mixed feelings when they saw the Supreme Elder making such a fuss over a disciple.

……

The Demon Suppression Tower, first floor.

All the disciples had already left because the sect leader, Liang Mingxi, had appeared there.

"Shen Ming, do you have a master?"

Liang Mingxi smiled warmly, her gaze carrying a hint of fervor, as if she were looking at a beautiful piece of jade.

"No," Shen Ming shook his head.

“Come on, put your hand out,” Liang Mingxi said excitedly.

Over the years, this supreme leader of the Xuantian Sect has developed the desire to take on disciples.

He grabbed Shen Ming's outstretched arm, his eyes narrowing slightly.

In the vast world of Xuanhuang, exploring a person's talent and foundation is a very challenging task.

If the sect's elders who pass on their skills can do it, then he, the supreme leader, can naturally do it as well.

Moreover, it originates from a special bloodline ability, which is far superior to the method of the elder who imparts power!

Spiritual Eye Technique!

It can see through hypocrisy and reveal the true nature of things.

Special talents are divided into explicit and implicit ones.

Obvious special talents are easy to spot; once the possessor cultivates the corresponding techniques, their body will develop distinctive features.

For example, Lei Qianjue, with his Five Thunder Body, would generate electricity in his eyes when he got excited.

Shen Ming clearly doesn't belong to this category; it's very likely that he possesses a hidden talent.

For example, deities, or the supreme bone.

Regardless of the type, the Spirit Mirror Eye Technique can tell.

The next second, Liang Mingxi's smile stiffened slightly, and she said, "Give me your other hand too."

Shen Ming stretched out both hands.

Liang Mingxi's eyes gleamed with a mysterious light as she stared intently at Shen Ming's entire body.

After a long while, he lowered his hands without saying a word and turned his back to Shen Ming.

His chin was slightly raised, and his expression was somber.

I can't tell, he can't tell!

For the first time in his life, he was unable to discern a person's talent.

No matter how you look at it, Shen Ming is just an ordinary person.

But how could an ordinary person have accomplished such a feat?

That's his problem; the Spirit Mirror Eye Technique couldn't see Shen Ming's talent.

Liang Mingxi gave up the idea of ​​taking on apprentices. He couldn't even see any talent or potential, so how could he be qualified to take on apprentices?

He wanted to leave, but then thought that would confuse his disciple. After thinking for a moment, he said, "These are the Thunder Boots, as a reward for your best performance today."