X-Dragon Era

The next round of tests began swiftly, perhaps affected by the shock Yi Luo Xiang had brought to everyone in the previous round, the robust male voice had deepened, sounding distracted.

Soon, the first half of this round passed without incident. After resting for ten seconds, the second half commenced. Just like Xin Yun and Yi Luo Xiang, Yan Qingying was also the sixth participant, entering through the same gate, which led to the same number.

However, unlike Xin Yun and Yi Luo Xiang, Yan Qingying's face was the picture of calm, bordering on cold, as if she couldn't care less about her scores.

"Wow!" At last, the powerful male voice shouted again, incredulously saying, "What's going on today? Why do we keep getting such abnormal data, oh heavens... am I dreaming?"

Hearing this voice, Xin Yun couldn't help but smile bitterly. Yan Qingying's score was bound to be exceptional. In fact, of the Nine Great Experts from his previous life, none were mediocre. Although they couldn't compete with Yi Luo Xiang, the difference was marginal.

Indeed, the man's voice trembled as he announced, "I'll now announce the final scores for candidate number six: Talent 98, Intellect 98, Potential 99!"

Shaking his head wordlessly, Xin Yun smiled bitterly. Compared to his companions, he seemed too insignificant. Although he had successfully passed the first round of selections, it was clear that he would be eliminated in the second round.

Lost in thought, Yan Qingying approached with an unperturbed face, standing silently behind Xin Yun. Her expression was as serene as if she were not the one who had just achieved those scores.

Scratching his head in agony, Xin Yun had anticipated this result, but as the moment approached, he still didn't know how to deal with it. His heart thudded furiously, worried about the girls asking about his score, but even if they didn't ask, the moment of revelation was bound to come.

Although the trio had finished their second round of tests, they could not leave. They had to wait until everyone was done and the selection list was announced. For Xin Yun, every passing minute was agony, yet he had no choice but to keep waiting.

Finally, the last round of testing ended. At the same time, the deep voice announced, "Alright, everyone rest here for a moment. We'll immediately line up according to the list. In ten minutes, the overall scores will be announced, so please wait..."

Even though there were a thousand participants, ranking the scores was simple—just line them up from highest to lowest. Therefore, it didn't take ten minutes for the overall scores to be revealed.

At last, the man with the deep voice, holding a score sheet and wearing a smile, walked onto the stage and loudly said, "Alright, I'll now announce the overall scores for this test."

As he spoke, the man paused, then continued loudly, "Securing first place is Yi Luo Xiang, with a total score of 298! In second place is Yan Qingying, with a total of 295, and third place..."

Listening to the roll call, both girls turned to look at Xin Yun with surprise in their eyes. They were pleased with their own scores, but hadn't expected to outscore Xin Yun, and moreover... what shocked them both was that even after the top ten were called, Xin Yun's name was still absent.

Faced with the girls' surprised stares, Xin Yun could only offer a wry smile, not knowing how to explain. Talent, intellect, potential—these were innate attributes, not something that could be improved through sheer effort. There was nothing he could do.

Standing there in absolute awkwardness, Xin Yun's lips were sealed tight, silent until... the deep voice called out, "One thousandth place, Xin Yun, with a total score of 198!"

Faced with this fact, Xin Yun closed his eyes in pain. How embarrassing, how pitiful, to have finished last with a full 100 points less than Yi Luo Xiang...

Although Xin Yun was filled with shame, he could still accept the result, as it was similar to his previous life. However, for Yi Luo Xiang and Yan Qingying, such a score was utterly unacceptable.

They had witnessed Xin Yun's might, noting his strategy, wisdom, and Yinglong's strength. For someone like him to receive such a score seemed unfathomable.

As these thoughts swirled, the deep voice continued, "Okay, that concludes the score announcement. Those ranked within the top hundred, please go to the side to collect your Combat Dragon Academy admission notice. For those ranked after one hundred, do not lose heart.

To give a chance to students with lesser qualifications, talent, and potential, Combat Dragon Academy has specifically set a revival mechanism."

Hearing this, Xin Yun's eyes brightened with hope. There was still a chance, still one opportunity! He could not afford to miss it, otherwise, he truly wouldn't know how to face Yi Luo Xiang and Yan Qingying.

Of course, Xin Yun had considered taking the two girls to a regular academy, but he could not do so. Good teachers and a strong learning environment were crucial for one's growth; he would not let his situation hinder the progress of two such talented geniuses.

The man's deep voice persisted, "This selection involves a hundred sub-venues, each with one revival spot. Every student who didn't make the top hundred has the opportunity to earn a place in Combat Dragon Academy through the revival match. There is only one chance, so cherish it."Nôv(el)B\\jnn