169: Chapter 169 A perfect score of 100! He got 150?!

Jiang Yun's voice was not loud.

Yet it clearly reached the ears of everyone present, carrying an undeniable certainty.

"This armor's original grade was Eclipsing Moon Rank!"

The first sentence.

Exploded like a thunderclap.

Causing Steward Li's pupils to contract sharply.

Causing the mockery on Great Master Zhang's face to instantly freeze.

Causing the crowd to gasp in astonishment!

However, this was merely the beginning.

Jiang Yun stood with his hands clasped behind his back.

His black robe fluttered slightly without any wind, as if he were a great scholar versed in ancient and modern knowledge, narrating a sealed history. His tone was steady and profound.

"Its core material is not a single metal. It is based on void silver sand, fused with fragments of resonance crystals as a catalyst, and supplemented with powdered heart cores from the long-extinct ancient Yao Beast, the Molten Mountain Giant. These three primary Materials were tempered together through a special ancient method. Each is extraordinary: the void silver sand provides spatial flexibility and energy permeability; the resonance crystals synchronize with the Beast Tamer's spiritual fluctuations; and the Molten Mountain Giant heart core powder provides the resilient foundation to bear the weight of immense attribute power."

His gaze swept over the broken armguard.

"Observing the internal Formation patterns, although severely damaged, their core structure is the ancient Armor Taming Sect's secret technique—the Hundred Rivers Convergence Formation! The ingenuity of this Formation lies in its ability to contain all rivers, guiding and converting the powers of different Yao Beasts through the spiritual link, ultimately condensing them into corresponding attribute armor on the Beast Tamer's body. It could form a vambrace for strength amplification, greaves for speed enhancement, a breastplate for elemental resistance... its applications are endless."

"Based on the pattern flow and residual energy traces, this component is the left vambrace. Its history can be traced back three thousand years to the Dark Upheaval. The Armor Taming Sect was an ancient Sect specializing in the Fusion of Beast Taming and equipment, once immensely prosperous. This artifact was one of its core Legacies."

"As for its current condition..."

Jiang Yun paused slightly.

His tone taking on a hint of precise assessment.

"The damage to the core conversion Formation is between thirty-five to thirty-eight percent. Seven main energy conduction channels are severed, and over twenty secondary channels are damaged. Its armor-condensing function is completely disabled. Currently, relying solely on its base Materials, it can only provide physical defense roughly equivalent to a Gold Grade defensive Magical Artifact."

"If one wishes to repair it..."

Jiang Yun spoke eloquently.

His discourse covered not only the item's origin, Materials, and function but delved into the extent of damage and theoretical repair methods. The sheer volume of information, richness of detail, and professionalism of the description far surpassed what a typical Mid-grade Appraiser could achieve. It even touched upon many obscure ancient methods and material knowledge... Listening to Jiang Yun's explanation and exposition.

It was like listening to ancient history.

Silence.

A silence more profound and dead than before!

Inside and outside the venue.

Everyone seemed to be under a petrification spell.

Outside the light wall.

Those who had been clamoring about nonsense were now gaping, unable to utter a sound, their faces filled with bewilderment and disbelief.

"He... what is he saying? void silver sand? Molten Mountain Giant? Hundred Rivers Convergence Formation? I've never even heard of these things..."

A Low Grade, third-tier Appraiser who prided himself on extensive reading stammered, his worldview violently shaken.

"It sounds... almost logical? The reasoning is tight, layered... it doesn't seem made up!"

Another person muttered to himself.

His eyes brimming with shock.

"Nonsense! It must be fabricated!"

Hearing this.

Those stubbornly skeptical immediately jumped out, their faces flushed red as if insulted.

"Ancient Sects? Extinct Yao Beasts? Spinning a yarn with vivid details! Who knows if he's just telling a story on the spot? These things can't be verified! And 'previous epoch'? I've never heard of such history!"

"Right! It can't be verified! The Guild's records on this item are sparse. Of course, he can make up all these high-sounding terms to fool people!"

"But... that certainty, that composure... it doesn't seem feigned..."

Others began to waver, whispering softly.

The Richly Dressed Young Man had long put away his amused expression. He leaned forward slightly, his gaze sharp. "Old Hai, is what he said... true or false?"

The wrinkles on Old Hai's face seemed to deepen. He slowly exhaled a breath, his voice carrying a barely perceptible tremor.

"void silver sand... this old man has only seen the name in a lone manuscript treasured at the headquarters. It's said to have long been lost. The Molten Mountain Giant... exists only in ancient bestiaries... If this youth's words are not pure fabrication, then his knowledge... is terrifying! He may not be as simple as a mere Hidden Family disciple!"

...Inside the examination hall.

Zhang Yuan, Great Master Zhang, was now dumbfounded!

The professional terms, ancient secrets, and material properties that poured from Jiang Yun's mouth hammered against the walls of his understanding like heavy blows.

Some things, he had glimpsed fragments of in extremely obscure ancient texts, knowing the name but not the details.

Other things, he hadn't even heard of!

How could this be?!

How could a sixteen-year-old youth possess such vast, such profound knowledge?!

This exceeded the scope of a Genius!

He was a Prodigy!

A storm of shock raged within him.

A chilling sensation rose from the soles of his feet.

But then.

The resentment from over a decade of failure and his deep-rooted prejudice, like poisonous weeds, grew wildly, drowning out that sliver of rational fear.

"No! Impossible! It's absolutely fake!"

Great Master Zhang screamed inwardly.

He abruptly raised his head.

His face flushed with agitation and an inexplicable panic, his voice shrill as he interrupted.

"Silence! You ignorant brat! Cease this sorcerous talk and confusion!"

He pointed at Jiang Yun.

His finger trembling violently with anger.

"Everything you've said—void silver sand, Molten Mountain Giant, Hundred Rivers Convergence Formation—is unheard of! It's all lies fabricated to cover your own ignorance! An attempt to pass using these vague, unverifiable things! Steward Li, fellow Appraisers, do not be deceived by his glib tongue!"

He shouted hoarsely, trying to salvage the situation. That flustered, obstinate refusal to admit defeat appeared rather pitiable and ridiculous in the eyes of many discerning observers outside.

Jiang Yun remained composed.

He merely cast an ordinary glance at Great Master Zhang.

And said flatly, "Your ignorance does not equate to its non-existence. It merely shows your own lack of learning."

"You... what did you say? That I'm ignorant?!"

"You... you..."

Just this short sentence.

Made Great Master Zhang gnash his teeth in fury.

Leaving him speechless with rage.

These words struck a heavy blow to him.

He had devoted his life to studying appraisal.

And now, to be called ignorant by a mere brat... Steward Li was also in a state of extreme shock.

As the presiding officer for the Mid-grade examination.

He himself was a Mid-grade, third-tier Appraiser.

His status within the Appraisers Guild was quite high.

With access to more internal Materials.

He vaguely remembered.

The Guild's preliminary analysis notes on this item seemed to mention obscure references like 'possibly related to ancient Armor Taming Sect', 'Materials with spatial properties'... which subtly aligned with some of Jiang Yun's claims!

But what this youth described.

Was far more detailed, precise, and systematic than those records!

"This breadth of knowledge! This vision! This depth of learning... can it truly reside within a sixteen-year-old?"

Steward Li looked at Jiang Yun.

As if looking at a walking ancient library in human skin.

Some of these obscure points, even he had only heard whispers of, let alone understood in depth!

Facing the crowd's discussions.

Jiang Yun remained calm.

What he had just spoken came from the feedback of the [Manifestation of All Things Entries].

He might not understand the profound principles behind it, but he was absolutely certain of the information's veracity. This ability had never failed him.

As Great Master Zhang was still sputtering denials, and doubts and anticipation reached a fever pitch, the moment for the final verdict arrived.

Buzz!

A low hum sounded.

The core of the appraisal Formation placed at the center of the examination hall suddenly lit up brilliantly.

A beam of light projected above the Formation, rapidly scrolling with data streams before slowly solidifying into a clear score.

"The score is out!"

Someone outside exclaimed involuntarily.

"Look! The truth will be revealed! If it's fabricated, he'll fail!"

"If it's true, he'll pass!"

"The moment of truth is here!"

Everyone's heart was in their throat, their eyes locked onto the screen.

Great Master Zhang stopped his tirade, holding his breath, his face a mask of desperate hope mixed with dread.

Steward Li clenched his fists tightly.

His gaze unwavering.

Then.

Under the scrutiny of countless eyes inside and out.

The score on the screen finalized completely.

Yet, seeing the number displayed, everyone was stunned!

Their eyes wide with disbelief!

Utterly shocked!

The score shown was not a failing mark, not a barely passing 60, not even a perfect 100... On the light screen.

The number seared into everyone's vision, shattering their understanding of the grading System.

[Candidate]: Jiang Yun

[Appraised Item]: Left Vambrace

[Appraisal Report Score]: 150

[Remarks]: Information completeness exceeds database records. Provenance traced accurately. Analysis profound, with unique insights. Supplemented significant previously unknown data. Triggered 'Transcendent Contribution' bonus points. Comprehensive Evaluation: 150.]

...BOOM!

A massive uproar swept through the venue!!

150!!!

The full score is only a hundred!

How did he score a hundred and fifty?!