Chapter 477: The Low Key Wu Tian Just Playing Around!
At this moment, the faces of the four great families were extremely unpleasant. Wu Tian's actions were nothing short of a direct humiliation to them. Of course, the ones who were actually upset were only the younger generation. The older generation was too terrified to even sit down properly their legs were already numb from standing.
"This..." Elder Sheng looked at the glowing number on the stone monument, feeling a storm of emotions inside.
Was this man trying to stay low key? Or was he being ostentatious?
If he was staying low key, then why was his score just one point higher than Dan Xuan's?
If he was showing off, then why was his score just one point higher than Dan Xuan's?!
Even a fool could tell that Wu Tian did this on purpose. Otherwise, why would his result just barely surpass the previous best score?
The blood red numbers, like splattered blood, were engraved into the minds of the four so called "genius" alchemists.
This was blatant mockery.
But they didn't dare say a word.
Wu Tian's soul power was far superior to theirs, and if they challenged him, they would be bringing disgrace to their own families.
If they caused their family to lose face, their status within the clan would surely plummet.
The shocking number on the monument left the entire hall in dead silence.
One by one, the onlookers stared at Wu Tian in astonishment, their minds unable to process what they had just witnessed.
The silence lasted for several moments before it was finally shattered by the sound of gasps.
This man's control over his soul power was absolutely flawless.
What level had his soul strength reached?!
Although his result wasn't as overwhelmingly shocking as Cao Ying's from years ago, it was still enough to send chills down everyone's spine.
Who was stronger him or Cao Ying?
One thing was certain the Ye Clan had struck gold!
A man this powerful… how could he possibly be just Xin Lan's husband?
Though Wu Tian appeared to be keeping a low profile, was this really low key?
Years ago, Cao Ying's monstrous score had earned her the title of "Demonic Enchantress".
Now, this mysterious youth named Wu Tian, though his score wasn't explicitly higher than Cao Ying's, had still managed to instill fear in everyone.
Cao Ying's gaze locked onto Wu Tian, and after a brief pause, her lips curved into a seductive smirk.
"As expected, the Central Plains are full of hidden dragons and crouching tigers. I can't believe I never heard of someone like him before."
"This upcoming Pill Gathering... is going to be very interesting."
"Heh… Haha…"
The leaders of the five great families and Elder Sheng all let out awkward laughter.
Interesting?
More than interesting!
It was so interesting that even the Three Pill Tower Giants themselves wouldn't know what to expect next!
Hearing Cao Ying recognize Wu Tian's strength, many of the younger alchemists were filled with jealousy and resentment.
They knew very well that Cao Ying rarely acknowledged others as equals.
Among her generation, the number of people who had earned her respect could be counted on one hand.
And now, Wu Tian was one of them.
Meanwhile, Ye Chong and Xin Lan looked at the glowing red number with calm, emotionless expressions completely unshaken.
Their reaction was exactly like Wu Tian's as if this result was completely expected.
To outsiders, it looked like they were pretending to stay composed.
But in reality
They were just numb to Wu Tian's antics.
Every time, without fail, he never caused trouble himself
Yet people always came looking for trouble with him!
To Wu Tian, this Pill Tower exam was just a game.
Ye Chong and Xin Lan knew his true strength, so they weren't the least bit worried.
As for whether or not the Ye Clan would keep their position among the Five Great Families
Did that even matter?
Not at all.
Their perspective had already changed.
Or more accurately they had been utterly shocked into numbness.
Elder Sheng stroked his beard, pretending to stay calm, but still forced out a dry laugh.
"Haha… not bad… not bad at all…"
His laughter sounded excited, but also nervous.
To be honest he sounded a little terrified.
"Ahem… that concludes the Soul Power Test. The first place goes to Wu Tian of the Ye Clan!"
Elder Sheng quickly announced the results
And even faster moved on to the next trial!
"Next, we'll conduct the remaining two tests. Once they're finished, we'll have our final results!"
He turned to Wu Tian, flashing him a bright smile.
To the audience, it looked like he was simply trying to be friendly with a talented alchemist.
But in reality, he was just making sure Wu Tian understood the rules.
Wu Tian glanced around, his gaze eventually locking onto Cao Ying.
Noticing this, Cao Ying didn't look away.
Instead
She smirked playfully, a bewitching charm radiating from her very being.
Her enchanting aura was so overwhelming that even some of the older men in the hall were visibly affected.
Wu Tian, however, remained unfazed.
Instead, he smirked back.
If it comes to me I'll accept it.
Or rather
Let Cai Lin accept her… as a disciple.
"The next test is Soul Control!"
Elder Sheng announced the second challenge.
At this, the audience's expressions twisted in disbelief.
Was there even a point in testing this?
Among the participants
Who could possibly outmatch Wu Tian in soul control?!
This was the same man who manipulated his soul power with such precision that he increased his score by exactly one point
Even the Elders of the Pill Tower couldn't do that!
Elder Sheng grinned and pulled out a small, black iron orb.
The orb's surface was smooth and completely matte, absorbing all light giving it an unusually heavy presence.
"This test is simple," Elder Sheng explained.
"Once we begin, countless of these 'Soul Orbs' will fall from the ceiling."
"You must catch as many as you can using only your soul power no battle qi allowed."
"Whoever catches the most wins!"
"Now, begin!"
Elder Sheng's voice barely finished echoing when
"I'll go first!"
Wu Tian stepped forward immediately.
"Uh…"
If he goes first, then how would they determine who caught the most?!
Also
This was supposed to be a group challenge!
But
Elder Sheng just smiled.
"Alright!"
His swift approval left the audience stunned.
The exam rules… could be changed just like that?!
Wu Tian gazed up at the falling Soul Orbs
Then, in an instant
A massive soul energy net spread out!
"Uh… is he trying to grab everything?!"
"Isn't this a bit too reckless? Even Cao Ying only caught 89!"
"Hmph! Too arrogant! He'll fail for sure!"
"Pfft !"
One of the elderly alchemists from the Dan Clan almost spat out his tea.
"Who is this idiot talking?!"
"If Wu Tian fails, I'll exile myself from the Dan Clan!"
Swoosh! Swoosh! Swoosh!
To everyone's shock
Wu Tian effortlessly caught every orb that fell
But then
Just as they thought he would catch them all
He abruptly withdrew his soul net.
"Sixty seven orbs!"
"...Wait… wasn't that a bit low?"
The crowd was confused.
Why did he stop?
Could it be that he was…
Trying to stay low key?!
(End of Chapter)
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