Chapter 172: Chapter 114: Are They Really Unrelated? (Part 2)

"Those who step onto the platform, the more and more completely they comprehend during these three days, the higher their ranking will be."

"And as for ’contact,’ it doesn’t necessarily mean physical touch; approaching within a certain distance and using Divine Sense to touch is also acceptable."

"Therefore, everyone can comprehend simultaneously. Anyone interested can step up."

"But I must warn you, if you feel you lack the ability, don’t force it."

"Otherwise, if a Heart Demon arises, even with so many seniors present, you won’t die, but if you can’t subdue the Heart Demon that arises, it might be a significant obstacle on your future Dao path."

"Let me give you an example; if you can’t even pass our sect’s Dao Heart test, it’s best not to try."

These words were very clear, and many young cultivators, who were initially enthusiastic, immediately faltered, especially those who had borrowed their elders’ or friends’ quotas and were not even at the Third Realm.

For instance, Du Liangyou, the young master of the Du family, was naturally placed at the very edge due to his status.

Originally, he was elated after consuming a Green Jade Spirit Fruit, as the cost of his family’s qualification was less than the value of this single Spirit Fruit.

That female cultivator in yellow deeply regretted setting the price too low, but of course, she had some dignity and didn’t raise the price on the spot.

Originally, after hearing he could participate in the Dao comprehension session, Du Liangyou began dreaming of displaying his Divine Techniques and astonishing the crowd. But after hearing Lady Baihua’s words, he immediately backed down.

Though a bit of a scoundrel, Du Liangyou had some self-awareness.

However, people like Du Liangyou who know when to advance or retreat are in the minority. Many young cultivators began asking the Wuyou Valley side if they could open up the Dao Heart test so they could try it out first.

If they couldn’t pass, naturally all plans would be abandoned, but if they could, no matter what, they wished to give it a shot.

Lady Baihua was rather generous, immediately agreeing. As long as the test-takers voluntarily opened their minds, the intrusion of the Mountain Protection Array wouldn’t be as difficult.

Soon, many young individuals at the scene fell into an inescapable illusion.

This included Xu Xiaoxiao from Chu Xuan’s side.

She was already moved by the Celestial Tier flying sword, and hearing she could receive guidance from the Primordial Monarch made her long for it even more, repeatedly pleading with her master to let her try.

To be honest, Su Yu was very aware of his disciple’s capability, and luckily there was a Dao Heart test, letting her pass this checkpoint first.

After hearing Ji Mingyu’s narration, Chu Xuan almost immediately recalled the time he visited Broken Sword Mountain.

His Divine Command was also given to him by an aged Silver-scaled Flying Fish as gratitude for saving its life, suspecting it was a relic of some ancient great being.

So Chu Xuan did not dare to underestimate this ’artificial mountain,’ especially since he almost lost control after catching a tiny demonic fish; if not for his master’s careful protection...

Chu Xuan shook his head, forcibly dispelling the memories, and asked the people beside him: "Are you two going?"

Gu Haitang nodded gently, "Naturally."

She was very confident, daring to go up without passing the Dao Heart test.

Qingqing, however, was quite hesitant, not due to a lack of confidence but fear of revealing her demonic origins during the Dao comprehension process, which might implicate Chu Xuan and the others.

While getting up, Chu Xuan transmitted to her mentally: "It’s okay, if anything changes happen, just claim to be possessed by Demonic Qi."

He could hear a hint of admiration for Ming Yu in Qingqing’s tone. If she could strive for the top three, it would also be a chance to meet her ’idol.’

Qingqing was still somewhat unsure, "Using such an excuse, the Primordial Monarch might see through it, right?"

"Do you think you can hide it now? If she was truly that opposed to evil, you wouldn’t even be sitting here talking with us."

Qingqing thought it over, and it seemed true. As far as she knew, the Monarch valued this Baihua Feast and did not exclude women of outside origins. Even if discovered, she likely wouldn’t say anything.

So, Qingqing happily stood up and flew onto the Dao lecturing platform with Chu Xuan and Haitang.

When Chu Xuan stepped onto the stage, someone suddenly remembered, "Wait, I remember this Chu Xuan is an Innate Dao Body, right?"

The so-called Dao Body is naturally harmonious with the Dao. Not only does it accelerate cultivation speed, but it also makes comprehending various Divine Techniques and spells easier than for ordinary people. Basically, even eating and drinking water can lead to enlightenment.

In short, among all special physiques, the comprehension ability of the Innate Dao Body is top-tier.

Upon hearing this, other guests also realized, and their gazes toward Chu Xuan carried more envy, believing he might likely take first place in the Dao comprehension session.

Some secretly speculated that the Primordial Monarch Taixu made such generous arrangements, perhaps predicting Chu Xuan’s victory, creating a reward tailor-made for him?

Do these two really have no connection? Could it be they’re pretending?

Of course, no one dared to say it out loud or even transmit such thoughts secretly. After all, the Monarch’s might had deeply impressed everyone.

Few would feel indignant either, as the process was entirely transparent. Chu Xuan’s comprehension was naturally extraordinary. If your comprehension surpassed his, you could naturally win against him and take first place.

Noticing everyone discussing his physique in whispers, Chu Xuan was actually a bit embarrassed inside:

Um, I’m not an Innate Dao Body.