Chapter 41 - 41: Gray Dream Tapir

Chapter 41: Chapter 41: Gray Dream Tapir

Chapter 41: Gray Dream Tapir . . .

Ye Yuan found himself in a state of blurred vision before realizing that he had been transported to a dazzling, multi-colored dream world—a distinctive space within the Illusionary Spirit Tower.

It became evident that each layer of the Illusionary Spirit Tower comprised numerous independent spaces, with each student allocated to a different realm. Although such a method might not be considered mystical in the Divine Realm, it stood as an impressive feat for a sect in the Lower Realms like the Tranquil Cloud Sect to utilize this approach for nurturing their students.

As Ye Yuan surveyed the empty space, a voice resonated, "Welcome to the Illusionary Spirit Tower. This is your first visit, and you are about to undergo the Entry Advancement test. I am your guide for this examination."

Acknowledging that this voice belonged to the Illusionary Spirit Tower's artifact spirit, Ye Yuan displayed no agitation. However, the surprise lay in the fact that he had been directed to the Entry Advancement test. It seemed that the Illusionary Spirit Tower automatically sent first-time students to this introductory test, placing Ye Yuan and Lu-er on a common starting line.

Curious about the impending test, Ye Yuan inquired, "What am I supposed to do now?"

The artifact spirit appeared momentarily taken aback, as Ye Yuan's composed demeanor was a departure from the norm. It had guided countless students before, but none had displayed such composure. nove-lB/In

"For now, sit down and meditate. I will guide you through the test, and do not resist whatever happens. Any consequences will be borne by you," the artifact spirit advised.

Ye Yuan complied without a word, settling into a meditative posture. Although curious about the nature of the test, he awaited the artifact spirit's guidance.

With a nonchalant wave of the Dream Tapir's hand, an utterly ordinary sword materialized in Ye Yuan's grasp. However, his reaction wasn't one of gratitude. Rather, he forced a smile, commenting on the apparent simplicity of the weapon.

The Dream Tapir explained impassively, "To maintain the fairness of the test, the academy mandates that each student is treated equally. Regardless of the weapon you choose, only the most basic options will be provided."

Ye Yuan sighed in resignation, drawing the sword and accepting its simplicity. "Alright then, I will make do with this."

Encountering someone who exhibited no curiosity was a first for the Dream Tapir. Yet, it dismissed this peculiarity, considering a Fourth Level Essence Qi Realm rookie like Ye Yuan as unworthy of much attention.

The Dream Tapir proceeded to collect basic information from Ye Yuan, prompting him to disclose his name and birthplace. "The capital, the Fragrant Medicine Pavilion, Ye Yuan," he reported.

Acknowledging the information, the Dream Tapir declared emotionlessly, "The test will start now. They are your opponents."

A wave of the Dream Tapir's hand summoned five black-clothed martial artists, all at the Fourth Level Essence Qi Realm—the most ordinary kind. Simultaneously, the illusion of the middle-aged brawny man vanished, leaving Ye Yuan to confront his opponents alone.

In the Entry Advancement test, participants were tasked with defeating five adversaries of the same cultivation level. To the average person, this was a formidable challenge. The dream world prohibited the use of external aids such as weapons, equipment, and medicinal pills. Success hinged solely on the cultivator's innate abilities.

However, for Ye Yuan, this challenge proved to be a mere formality.

As the Dream Tapir faded away, the five black-clothed martial artists coordinated their attacks from different angles. Without drawing his sword, Ye Yuan executed the Stacking Waves Layered Palm, unleashing the First Layer Wave. The ripple of essence energy emanated, sending the adversaries flying backward, completely incapacitated.

The Dream Tapir reappeared, wearing a surprised expression. Ye Yuan turned towards the Dream Tapir with a faint smile and casually remarked, "My apologies. I forgot to mention that I'm here to take the Yellow Rank Advancement test."