"Failed the exam?"
Long Chen couldn't find his name on the list at all. Instead of feeling disappointed, he was filled with anger.
Not to mention anything else, he was confident he had no problem with alchemy. He repeatedly searched through countless densely packed names, but still couldn't find his name.
Not having his name meant failing the exam, which he simply couldn't accept—it was just too much.
"Alright, if you fail, then you fail. Just go back and work hard. Remember, from today on, you should work hard to pay off your debts, haha..." The chubby guy seemed to have known this outcome all along, laughing heartily.
"Smack!"
Long Chen grabbed Fatty's neck, his eyes bloodshot, murderous intent fierce: "Shut up, you fucking mouth! One more word and I'll skin you alive." This
fat guy was actually gloating. Long Chen wished he could slap him to death.
Long Chen's gesture drew countless glances. After all, every time the results were announced, the place was packed with people, so Long Chen's actions naturally drew a lot of attention.
"Who is Long Chen?"
Suddenly, a group of people approached from afar, dressed in examiner attire. As soon as they arrived, countless people stepped aside to make way.
"I am,"
Long Chen finally threw the fat man to the ground and looked at the examiners.
"Your total assessment score is only seventeen, out of seventy-five categories, seventy-one have submitted blank papers... one examiner said.
As soon as the examiner spoke, everyone present stared at Long Chen in shock. Was this guy here to provoke him on purpose?
Seventy-five categories, each worth ten points, with a total score of 750 points: 300 points for passing, 500 points for excellent, and 600 points for special selection.
Historically, there have been countless outstanding people, but among the seventy-five categories, only seventeen points have never been achieved. Apparently, no one has ever done this. Is this guy here to deliberately humiliate Lingxiao Academy?
"But your pill assessment is a perfect score. According to Lingxiao Academy's rules, you can go to the Pill Academy for a second round. Prepare yourself?" The assessment officer said.
As soon as the examiner spoke, everyone was in an uproar. A perfect score in the alchemy test? You have to know, this is the toughest assessment at Lingxiao Academy; no one in history has ever achieved a perfect score.
Even disciples from aristocratic families with alchemical inheritances usually fail the assessment here. Most people at Lingxiao Academy scored zero in the alchemy assessment, yet this kid in front of him actually got a perfect score—an unprecedented result.
"There's nothing to prepare. Let's go now."
Long Chen kicked the fat man over and sneered, "Fat man, you're corrupt, deceiving superiors and deceiving subordinates, withholding your subordinates' wages. Just wait, I'll come back when I have time to deal with you." The
examiner said coldly, "No need to wait. Guards, arrest this fat man. More than one person has already accused him of corruption. Let's get to a good look this time." "
No, I'm innocent. He owes me money, and he deliberately framed me..."
The fat man was grabbed by two disciples, screaming like a pig, but no one paid him any attention. Impatiently, the disciple slapped the back of his head, causing the fat man to immediately faint and be dragged away like a dead pig.
Long Chen left with the examiner in front of everyone. To Long Chen's surprise, the examiner led him to a high mountain, where a giant eagle perched. They stepped onto its back, and the eagle spread its wings and soared into the clouds, speeding away.
"Isn't it strange? Why not use the teleportation array?" The examiner saw Long Chen hesitate to speak and spoke up.
Long Chen nodded. It was indeed very strange, because he realized that Lingxiao Academy was too large, and it was only convenient to have a teleportation array.
"Disciples below the Divine Fire Realm are not allowed to use the teleportation array, because during the array's activation, a large amount of immortal energy gathers. Those who fail to ignite the divine fire will instantly explode and die.
Especially for someone like you who ascended to the lower realm, the mortal energy inside you hasn't faded, and the teleportation array hasn't even activated, and you're already dead. "The examiner explained.
Long Chen was a bit surprised. These examiners were all cold and indifferent, seemingly somewhat unfriendly, yet they were actually explaining all this to him.
"The Alchemy Institute is an extremely special place within Lingxiao Academy. Young man, I hope you cherish this opportunity. You must know, countless alchemy cultivators want to enter the Alchemy Institute but can only sigh in vain." The assessment officer said.
"I understand. Thank you for the reminder." Long Chen nodded. He understood that the reason the examiner was polite to him was because of the Pill Institute.
It seemed that even in the Immortal Realm, alchemists were still highly esteemed. No one wanted to offend them. Now, he treated Long Chen a bit better. If Long Chen stayed at the Alchemy Institute, and if he ever sought Longchen's help in the future, it would be easier for him to ask.
The giant eagle flew through the air for a full three hours. Long Chen estimated that this academy was probably larger than the entire Tianwu Continent. This was simply incredible.
Finally, a courtyard appeared ahead. Unlike other places where crowds were crowded, this place was completely deserted, not a soul in sight.
"We're here. Go in by yourself. Good luck." After speaking, the examiner let the giant eagle leave on its own, while he boarded a nearby teleportation array to leave.
The two large characters "Alchemy Institute"
were stamped on the massive gatehouse, painted like iron and silver hooks, with brushwork that moved like dragons and snakes, strict in discipline, yet imbued with an endless sense of elegance.
Every stroke seemed to carry endless Dao rhythm, and within each stroke seemed to contain the ultimate principles of heaven and earth. Unconsciously, Long Chen was captivated, deeply drawn to those two words.
"Rustle, rustle...
A sweeping sound rang in Long Chen's ears, and only then did his mind snap back from those two words.
At the doorway, at some point, a thin old man had appeared, sweeping the floor.
Only then did Long Chen realize he was about to go in and register. He lifted his leg and walked forward, but the place was too large, and the examiner didn't specify the exact route. Instead, he approached the old sweeper and asked, "
Senior, may I ask where the Dan Institute registration and assessment area is?" Please kindly let me know. The
old man had been focused on sweeping the floor and seemed not to notice Long Chen. When Long Chen spoke, he slowly raised his head and glanced at Long Chen.
When Long Chen saw his face—no, rather, his eyes—he was startled.
Those eyes were covered in patterns, like flowing runes. When he looked at Long Chen, pupils slowly appeared in them. The scene was extremely strange, but fortunately, the old man's face was kind, making him feel a bit better...
"Senior?" But I can't deserve to be called that young friend. You are all the future pillars of the Alchemy Institute. I'm just sweeping away the minions, which is a bit of a burden for me. The old man said with utmost humility.
"Senior, you're too modest. Excuse me, where is the registration and assessment office?" The kid came to report, afraid of wasting time. Long Chen said.
"Go straight ahead, turn right at the second intersection, and you'll reach the end. By the way, kid, do you have a good temper?" The old man suddenly asked.
Long Chen was about to thank him when he was suddenly taken aback by the question: "Not bad." "
The old man nodded, said nothing, and continued sweeping the floor.
Long Chen was baffled by the question, but still thanked him and turned to walk into the courtyard.