196: Chapter 196 Divine Words Confirm the Truth! Five Eclipse-Level Powerhouses Working Together?

Jiang Yun's calm yet thunderous words echoed throughout the Wanjian Heavenly Altar.

Each word struck the hearts of everyone present like a heavy hammer.

"five-colored origin divine seed..."

"Radiant Sun Rank..."

"Using the Body as the Seed..."

"Five Elements Protection..."

These terms combined to paint a picture of a treasure so extraordinary, so mythical, that it far surpassed anything the crowd had imagined.

Just as the entire audience was reeling, stunned by this excruciatingly detailed information.

Within the crowd.

That snow-white figure who had been concealing her aura all along.

At this moment, her delicate body trembled uncontrollably.

Su Qingxue's usually lazy and calculating, alluring eyes were now wide open, fixed intently on the ball of Five-Colored Divine Light in the arena, then abruptly shifting to Jiang Yun.

Using the Body as the Seed!

These four words echoed like a curse in her mind!

Others might only find this concept novel and powerful, but for a Nine-Tailed Fox born with a complete set of Five Elements attributes, this was practically a tailor-made, heaven-reaching path that pointed directly to the Origin of the great Dao!

"Is what he said... true?"

A tempestuous wave surged in Su Qingxue's heart.

Although her contact with this human Jiang Yun hadn't been long, she deeply understood that while this kid was crafty, he never made wild boasts he wasn't sure of.

Moreover, she could also sense within it a trace of Origin power that subtly resonated with her own.

"This thing probably really has this effect and capability!"

Su Qingxue's heartbeat involuntarily quickened. An unprecedented, almost instinctive craving welled up from the depths of her Bloodline, threatening to consume her reason.

Five Elements attributes... Five Elements Origin Laws!

If she could obtain this as a seed, fuse it into her own body, and use it as a Foundation to nurture her Origin... then her long-stagnant cultivation Bottleneck...

The deeper powers within her Nine-Tailed Fox Bloodline... wouldn't they all have the possibility of breaking through?

This temptation was too great!

So great that it made a Nine-Tailed Fox Empress like her, accustomed to Rare treasures and of steady temperament, feel a dizzying palpitation.

"I must obtain it!"

This thought ignited in her heart like wildfire.

Spreading instantly.

But how?

Seize it by force?

Here, at the Wanjian Heavenly Altar.

Under the watchful eyes of everyone.

With Grand Tutor and Radiant Sun Rank experts presiding over the high platform, that would be nothing short of suicide.

Her identity would likely be exposed the moment she acted.

And she'd be instantly subdued by the human experts' contracted beasts.

Trade for it?

This treasure was presented by the Appraisers Guild for the assessment, its value immeasurable. What could she possibly offer that was equivalent?

Her beautiful eyes flickered slightly. Her gaze, flowing with thought, finally settled on the black-robed figure in the arena.

Jiang Yun.

"He was the one who selected it... and he was the one who appraised all of this..."

Su Qingxue's mind raced.

She recalled Jiang Yun's previous exasperated reactions to her provocations, and now his calm narration. A thought suddenly became crystal clear.

"This little fox... did he figure out my attributes from the start? Or even... guessed this thing would be useful to me?"

Considering Jiang Yun's terrifying insight and appraisal ability.

The probability was extremely high!

"So, he deliberately chose this as the test subject, publicly revealing all its secrets, especially its unique properties, in front of everyone..."

The corner of Su Qingxue's lips suddenly curled into a breathtaking yet dangerous, playful, and bewitching smile as her gaze locked onto Jiang Yun.

"Well played, you little fox... So, you were waiting for me here all along? Deliberately making me covet this Opportunity, letting me see it so close yet unable to touch it?"

She remembered Jiang Yun still owed her a favor.

A sly smile appeared.

"The pit you dug yourself... you might just fall into it..."

Su Qingxue murmured inwardly, the blazing heat in her eyes slowly settling into a deeper, more calculating gleam.

This treasure.

She was determined to obtain it. And the key.

Seemed to lie with this infuriating yet intriguing human youth... On the high platform.

The atmosphere was equally heavy and shaken.

After a brief, dead silence.

Shi Potian, the Sect Leader of the War Beast Sect, was the first to lose patience. His eyes wide as copper bells, he boomed, "Brother Qian, President Yun... he... what he said... Radiant Sun Rank? Using the Body as the Seed? Is it all true?"

Qian Guangquan did not answer immediately.

His hand, which had been stroking his beard, had long since fallen to his side.

The azure glow of Mental Energy in his eyes slowly faded, replaced by an unprecedented gravity and... a barely perceptible trace of admiration.

He was silent for a moment before speaking, his voice carrying a complex undertone.

"The core judgments made by this young man regarding its Origin, its potential to reach Radiant Sun Rank, and its relevance to contracted beasts... match precisely what this old man and President Yun observed earlier."

He paused.

His gaze returned to Jiang Yun in the arena, and he continued, "Moreover, the concept of 'Using the Body as the Seed' he mentioned, and the specific method to activate the Five Elements Protection... I was unable to discern such details in such a short time. Such precise and concrete descriptions of its effects could not possibly be fabricated without a profound understanding of its core Laws and energy principles."

These words.

Undoubtedly, from the authoritative perspective of a Grand Tutor.

Partially confirmed Jiang Yun's appraisal results!

"Hiss—"

Patriarch Feng Xiao sharply inhaled cold air.

"Brother Qian means that in this short time, he saw... more and more specific details than you and President Yun did?"

Qian Guangquan slowly nodded.

Though he did not explicitly say it.

The meaning was abundantly clear.

"Hahahaha!"

Shi Potian suddenly burst into loud laughter.

His large hand slapped his thigh.

"Good lad! A real monster! This old man is convinced!"

Beside him.

Qian Luoyun frowned deeply, lowering his voice, "Father, if what he says is true, the value of this item..."

Qian Guangquan slightly raised his hand.

Cutting him off.

His gaze turned to his granddaughter Qian Rongrong and son Qian Luoyun beside him.

His lips moved slightly.

A faint, precise voice transmission entered their ears.

"This young man's talent can no longer be contained by the word 'Prodigy'. After today, regardless of the final assessment result, his status is already different. Remember, although he is similar in age to you, from this moment on, he is no longer your peer. If there is an Opportunity for future interaction, you must treat him with the utmost respect and propriety. Under no circumstances should you show the slightest hint of negligence or disrespect."

The content of this transmission.

Made Qian Luoyun's body jolt.

His gaze towards Jiang Yun changed completely.

As for Qian Rongrong, she was stunned at first.

Then, a flush of excitement appeared on her pretty face. Her gaze towards Jiang Yun grew even more fervent. Beyond admiration, it now held a yearning and reverence reserved for towering, unattainable Peaks.

"So, an Appraiser... can be this incredible... How on earth did he do it? I want... I so desperately want to know!"

In the young girl's heart.

A seed named aspiration was growing wildly.

President Yun Xi had also put away his habitual smile. His handsome face now showed pure, undisguised appreciation.

He slightly tilted his head.

Speaking softly to Vice President Lin Yan beside him, who was already dumbfounded, "Lin Yan, do you see it now?"

Lin Yan snapped back to reality with a jolt.

His voice still somewhat hoarse.

"P-President... what he said..."

"Is most likely true."

President Yun Xi's tone was certain.

"Moreover, the logical rigor of his exposition, the precision of the details, especially the proposed verification methods... these are not observations one could make on the spot. This young man's comprehension of the Appraisal Dao, his insight into Laws... I'm afraid it is no longer inferior to my own."

"What?!"

Lin Yan felt as if struck by lightning.

He almost cried out, barely managing to cover his mouth in time. But the shock in his eyes was almost overflowing.

No longer inferior to the President?

The President is a Peak Grand Tutor second rank!

The pillar of the appraisal world in S Province!

This evaluation!

Was simply terrifyingly high!

When he looked again at the black-robed figure in the arena.

His eyes were filled with an indescribable mix of complex emotions: awe, curiosity, and a dawning realization.

So, the President's earlier 'hard to say'... was because he had already sensed this young man's extraordinary nature?

Feng Xiao and Shi Potian naturally also heard President Yun Xi's private words to Lin Yan. Their hearts shook violently once again.

President Yun Xi personally admitting the other's appraisal attainments might not be inferior to his own?

This was an absolutely earth-shattering evaluation!

For a moment.

The gazes of the several big shots on the high platform towards Jiang Yun had completely transformed.

From initial scrutiny, curiosity, and doubt, it had now become attention, astonishment, and even carried a hint of inquiry and a desire to win him over.

They all understood in their hearts.

Regardless of the final outcome of this assessment.

This sixteen-year-old youth named Dong Xuan.

After today, will undoubtedly shake the world with his fame.

Becoming a prized treasure fiercely contested by various factions!

Just as undercurrents surged on the suspended platform.

And everyone's emotions were in turmoil.

Jiang Yun in the arena spoke again.

His voice remained steady.

As if the astonishing information he had just revealed had nothing to do with him.

He turned to Grand Elder Mo Yuan, who stood at the edge of the arena with a complex expression and seemed somewhat at a loss, and inquired, "Grand Elder, regarding the verification of this item, this Junior has one matter to clarify first."

Mo Yuan, still in shock, hurriedly collected his thoughts.

"Please speak."

Jiang Yun pointed at the five-colored divine seed.

"This Junior stated earlier that the core effect of this item is 'Using the Body as the Seed.' However, verifying this effect is extremely difficult, almost impossible to complete at this moment."

"Oh? Why is that?"

Mo Yuan voiced the question on everyone's mind.

Jiang Yun explained, "It's because the compatibility conditions are far too stringent. One must find a living being whose natural attributes fully and completely encompass the Five Elements of metal, wood, water, fire, and earth. Moreover, its strength, Mental Energy, and Physical Body must all reach a certain level to possibly withstand the initial impact of fusing with the divine seed and attempt to use the body as a seed. If the attributes are incomplete, or the power of the Five Elements is unbalanced, forcing the Fusion will inevitably lead to backlash from the Five Elements. In mild cases, the Foundation will be severely injured; in severe cases... the form and spirit will be annihilated."

He paused and added, "In short, those whose attributes do not encompass all Five Elements cannot use it. Using it will lead to certain death."

As soon as these words were spoken.

The Wanjian Heavenly Altar, which had just quieted down slightly due to the change in attitude from the big shots.

Erupted in an uproar again!

"What? Only tamed beasts with Five Elements attributes can use it?"

"Five Elements attributes? And they must be complete? Are you kidding me!"

"Does such a tamed beast, possessing all five attributes, and specifically the Five Elements attributes, even exist in this world?"

"Unheard of! If such a tamed beast truly existed, what kind of Heaven-Defying Aptitude would it have? It would probably be born with the potential of a Monarch Level, right?"

"I think this is just an excuse! Knowing his claims can't be verified, he fabricated an impossible condition!"

Voices of doubt arose once more.

And they were even more intense than before.

Because, in the eyes of the vast majority, the verification condition Jiang Yun proposed was simply a fantasy, a perfect excuse to avoid verification!

The two Great Masters, Yan Song and Gu He.

After the initial shock and a brief moment of speechlessness, now seemed to have grasped a lifeline, instantly revitalized.

Master Gu He immediately stepped forward.

His face restored to its coldness and mockery.

His voice also regained its aggressiveness.

"Ha! What a convenient 'stringent conditions, impossible to verify'! Dong Xuan, your excuse is seamless indeed! A living being with complete Five Elements? In my over one hundred years traversing the appraisal world, I have never heard of any living being born with complete and balanced Five Elements attributes! Don't tell me you think that by fabricating a condition that either doesn't exist in this world or is nearly extinct, you can cover up your predicament of being unable to verify the 'Using the Body as the Seed' effect? Utterly ridiculous!"

Master Yan Song, stroking his beard, also said solemnly:

"Indeed! The essence of the Appraisal Dao lies in empirical proof. Since you proposed the effect of 'Using the Body as the Seed,' you should have a method to verify it. Now, using stringent conditions as an excuse to evade is hardly convincing. Could it be... that everything you said earlier was based on speculation and imagination, unable to withstand practical testing?"

"Is that still the Appraisal Dao? Even if your appraisal talent is outstanding, you are utterly unworthy of being called an Appraiser! What face do you have to stand on the Grand Tutor Level examination ground?"

He looked at Grand Elder Mo Yuan.

"Grand Elder, such behavior violates the spirit of seeking truth and being pragmatic in the assessment!"

Their words once again ignited the emotions of those Appraisers who were unwilling to believe or were jealous of Jiang Yun.

"Master Gu is right! If it can't be verified, it's fake!"

"I think he just can't keep up the fabrication!"

"What divine seed, what 'Using the Body as the Seed,' it's all a lie!"

"Exactly! Show us the evidence! Otherwise, it's just wild fabrication!"

The noisy wave of voices once again directly targeted Jiang Yun.

In the corner, Su Qingxue listened to these doubts and watched the two old men jumping about energetically. The bewitching smile at the corner of her red lips deepened, but her eyes turned slightly cold.

"Frogs at the bottom of a well..."

She sneered inwardly.

Just because they don't know, doesn't mean it doesn't exist.

And she was the exception among the 'non-existent.'

The more Jiang Yun emphasized the stringency and rarity of this condition, the more certain she became of the treasure's authenticity, and that... this kid Jiang Yun was definitely doing it on purpose!

He definitely knew she could hear!

He knew she would be tempted!

Facing the surging doubts once more.

Jiang Yun remained calm.

He didn't even look at Yan Song and Gu He, but continued speaking to Grand Elder Mo Yuan, "Grand Elder, since verifying the 'Using the Body as the Seed' effect is difficult on the spot due to conditional limitations, if this Junior can prove another effect of this item, the 'Five Elements Protection,' to be true, could that be considered completing the practical verification segment, proving this Junior's appraisal result to be accurate, and thereby passing the Grand Tutor assessment?"

This question was posed.

The entire venue fell silent.

Grand Elder Mo Yuan was stunned.

In previous Grand Tutor assessments, Appraisers provided comprehensive explanations and verifications of treasures. Situations where one had to choose one of two effects for verification were Rare.

After all, the assessment tested comprehensive appraisal ability.

But Jiang Yun's situation was special. The verification condition he proposed for 'Using the Body as the Seed' was indeed too outrageous, while the verification method for 'Five Elements Protection' sounded... somewhat feasible?

He subconsciously looked up towards the direction of the main suspended platform, his gaze carrying a request for instructions.

This decision had already exceeded his authority.

Swish!

Everyone's gaze also followed Grand Elder Mo Yuan, uniformly turning towards the suspended platform, focusing on the incomparably handsome President Yun Xi.

The Wanjian Heavenly Altar was so quiet you could hear a pin drop.

President Yun Xi, facing tens of thousands of gazes, appeared composed.

He didn't look at Mo Yuan, nor at anyone else. His profound gaze simply rested on the upright figure in black robes standing in the arena.

After a moment of silence.

His red lips parted slightly.

And he clearly and steadily uttered two words.

"It can."

Boom!

These two words.

Were like a stabilizing pillar, yet also like a raging storm!

President Yun Xi, representing the highest authority of the Appraisers Guild, had actually agreed to Jiang Yun's atypical verification plan!

This was undoubtedly a high recognition of Jiang Yun's previous appraisal explanation and an invisible form of support and endorsement for him!

The expressions of Gu He and Yan Song instantly turned extremely ugly.

President Yun Xi's stance.

Was practically slapping them in the face!

And everyone else instantly understood!

President Yun Xi!

He truly has his eye on this Dong Xuan!

Regardless of whether his subsequent verification succeeds, based solely on President Yun Xi's attitude at this moment, the future of this sixteen-year-old youth is already bright!

Just as everyone's hearts were surging.

Jiang Yun nodded slightly, seemingly unsurprised by President Yun Xi's decision.

He spoke again.

His voice clearly reaching every corner of the venue.

"Since that is the case, this Junior will proceed to verify this Five Elements Protection ability."

He turned towards the Five-Colored Divine Light and said clearly, "As explained earlier, to activate this protection, one must simultaneously inject pure and powerful Law power of the five attributes—metal, wood, water, fire, and earth—into it."

"However, the grade of this item has reached the Sun-Level, imposing extremely high demands on the quality and quantity of energy. If the Five Elements power does not originate from the same source but comes from different individuals, due to differences in energy nature and operational rhythm, the loss is immense, and the total required amount needs to be multiplied."

Reaching this point.

He paused.

His gaze swept over the suspended platform, over the entire venue.

Then he uttered the sentence that made everyone's hearts stop.

"Therefore, to verify it on the spot, we need five Eclipse Moon Rank Experts to take action."

"Moreover, these five experts must belong to the five different attributes of metal, wood, water, fire, and earth, and simultaneously inject their own pure Law power into this divine seed."

"May I ask if any Seniors present... could assist?"

Five Eclipse Moon Rank Experts!

Belonging to the Five Elements attributes!

Acting simultaneously!

As Jiang Yun's words fell, the entire Wanjian Heavenly Altar fell into a complete, deathly silence.

Everyone's minds.

Temporarily stopped thinking because of this sentence.