59: Chapter 59 Test Begins, Hatred at its Peak

Two days later, Lin Yuan visited Vice Dean Liang's office and obtained his S-rank weapon, which was a golden longsword.

Vice Dean Liang had also incorporated various rare materials and another rare S-rank metal into this longsword, elevating its quality to nearly SS-rank.

Lin Yuan was overjoyed upon receiving the longsword; its length, weight, feel, and appearance were exactly what he preferred.

Especially the appearance: its entire body was golden, and when the sword was drawn, there was a faint sound of a dragon's roar. The hilt was shaped like a dragon's head, making it very comfortable to hold.

When swung, a phantom image of a golden swimming dragon would manifest, bringing down a peerless dragon's might.

According to Vice Dean Liang, the materials included parts from a seventh-tier Flood Dragon fierce beast, which is why it faintly exuded a trace of draconic prestige.

Lin Yuan cherished the longsword and named it the swimming dragon sword.

For the next two days, Lin Yuan did not leave his room but instead cultivated in the training room. He planned to challenge the Martial God Tower after the sophomore graduation test concluded.

He was confident about the fourth floor; with his current physical strength and defensive Martial Arts, he could not only pass the fourth floor with ease but even cultivate there.

If he could, he would be able to absorb pure spatial elements, allowing his cultivation to grow rapidly.

Moreover, there were still six more floors above, and he wondered about their various marvelous uses. The system had not yet issued a phased mission, suggesting there should be quite a few generous rewards.

...

That day, Lin Yuan woke up early and left his residence because it was the day of the sophomore graduation test. Carrying the swimming dragon sword on his back and the heavenly slaughter sword on his back, he headed toward the assembly area.

The assembly area was the plaza in front of the administrative building, where many students had already gathered. The total number of sophomores should be over a thousand.

Lin Yuan walked directly to the front of the crowd and stood there, nodding toward Mu Qianqian on the high platform.

When Mu Qianqian saw Lin Yuan arrive, her gaze fell upon him, and she nodded back at him.

"Huh? Is this person one of our sophomores?" a student asked doubtfully.

"Probably not. I've never seen him. Seeing how young he looks, he doesn't seem like a sophomore; he looks more like a New Student."

Another replied. These graduating sophomores would become juniors in a little over a month, so their faces were close to maturity, unlike Lin Yuan, who still looked a bit youthful.

"I know this person. He is this year's national top scholar. He also managed to reach the fourth floor of the Martial God Tower previously," said someone who had witnessed Lin Yuan ascending the tower.

"Hahahaha--- You're hilarious! He might be the top scholar, but for a New Student to reach the fourth floor of the Martial God Tower? Do you take us for idiots? We won't believe such nonsense."

Someone immediately retorted dismissively. After all, only a few dozen people had seen it that day. The base number was too small, so those who hadn't witnessed it firsthand certainly wouldn't believe it.

"Heh--- I'm hilarious? He's definitely participating in the test too. When the test starts, if you have the guts, attack him and see how badly you get crushed," that person didn't bother explaining, just waited to watch the show.

"Fine! If I run into him, I'll directly send him out of the competition!"

"Exactly! Don't let me encounter him, or I'll beat him flat immediately!"

The crowd said disdainfully. In their eyes, having a New Student participate in their test was simply an insult to them.

They had to beat him out to let him know that the senior sophomores were not someone a mere New Student could contend with.

"Mang Ge, should we tell everyone? Don't provoke that fierce guy---"

Wen Mang was also standing among the crowd. A teammate beside him spoke up.

"Tell them what? Why should only we be the unlucky ones?"

Wen Mang looked utterly aggrieved. His other teammates nodded in agreement, their faces showing a trace of apprehension mixed with a mischievous grin.

The senior who had previously mentioned Lin Yuan ascending the tower suddenly approached Lin Yuan and said, "Junior Lin, hello. My name is Yan Ziliang. I saw you climb the tower before and deeply admire your strength."

Upon hearing this, Lin Yuan smiled slightly at Yan Ziliang and nodded, "Hello, Senior."

"Junior, many people don't think highly of you. I know your strength. When the test starts, you must show them what a prodigy really is!" Yan Ziliang said excitedly.

"Heh heh--- Senior, I'm just here to hunt fierce beasts and am not interested in anything else. But if they come looking for trouble, I don't mind sending them out," Lin Yuan said with a faint smile.

Yan Ziliang smiled in satisfaction when he heard this. The more people Lin Yuan eliminated, the higher his own ranking could potentially be.

He had not only witnessed Lin Yuan climbing the tower but was also present a few days ago when Lin Yuan dealt with Wen Mang and his group, so he greatly admired Lin Yuan's strength.

This was also the reason he approached Lin Yuan to get acquainted. If he happened to encounter Lin Yuan during the test, Lin Yuan might spare him, considering their budding acquaintance.

"Oh, right, Junior. Look at those two people over there, the two standing together. The tall one is called Huo Ping, and the one with the fierce look is called Niu Zhen.

Both are famous geniuses in our sophomore year. Not long ago, both broke through to the early third tier. Junior only needs to pay attention to these two. If you can avoid them, the others should not pose much of a threat to you," Yan Ziliang said, pointing into the distance.

Lin Yuan glanced at Huo Ping and Niu Zhen, smiled, and said, "They are not worth fearing."

"Junior, don't be careless. These two are truly strong. Many third-year seniors are no match for them," Yan Ziliang cautioned again, thinking Lin Yuan was being overly arrogant.

"It's fine, as long as they don't provoke me," Lin Yuan replied calmly.

Yan Ziliang stopped persuading him and just shook his head slightly. He felt Lin Yuan was still young, and given his extraordinary talent, a bit of arrogance was understandable.

It was just that if Lin Yuan encountered Huo Ping and Niu Zhen during this test, he would inevitably suffer a loss...

...

At this moment, the assembly area was completely filled. On the high platform, Mu Qianqian had walked to the front, with a row of sophomore class teachers standing behind her.

Mu Qianqian's gaze swept over the crowd below, and everyone immediately fell silent, the scene becoming utterly quiet. The powerful aura of a ninth-tier Martial Artist awed the entire assembly.

"Students, today is your graduation test. I believe you are all fully prepared. Test scores will be ranked based on the number and quality of fierce beasts you kill.

If you defeat another student, that opponent's points will automatically be added to yours, and the opponent will be directly eliminated.

I must remind everyone that killing others is forbidden. Otherwise, you will be immediately expelled and handed over to the official enforcement team for handling. Do you all understand?" Mu Qianqian's majestic voice echoed across the plaza.

"Understood!"

All the students roared in unison, full of spirit, displaying the demeanor of Saint Academy students.

"Also, there is one special student joining your test today. That student is Lin Yuan."

As she said this, Mu Qianqian lightly raised her jade hand and pointed toward Lin Yuan.

A captivating, playful smile flickered across Mu Qianqian's lips before quickly being hidden, but Lin Yuan, whose eyes never left her, clearly saw it.

A bad premonition instantly struck him: This girl is trying to set me up---

As expected, Mu Qianqian spoke again:

"Student Lin Yuan is a New Student this year and hasn't officially started school yet, but he arrived at the academy early. However, his strength is very high, surpassing most of you here.

Therefore, the academy has decided to let him participate in the test together. I hope everyone won't be outshone by a New Student and will all strive for good results."

As Mu Qianqian finished speaking, Lin Yuan clearly felt countless unfriendly gazes directed at him.

Mu Qianqian was clearly stirring up hatred against him. Lin Yuan frowned and looked toward Mu Qianqian.

Mu Qianqian acted as if she hadn't seen Lin Yuan's gaze, deliberately avoiding looking at him, secretly delighted in her heart.

"Stinky boy, for saying I was jealous, just watch me torment you---"