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This completely exceeded his understanding! It was utterly impossible!

"It must be like this! It must be like this!"

Li Cen's brain was spinning frantically, trying to find a reasonable explanation for this incredible scene.

"This kid had already comprehended Pure Yang Sword Intent before! His Sword Dao Realm had even reached the state of 'Flawless Sword Heart'!

Coupled with his already Heaven-Defying and unreasonable Comprehension Ability... the three factors stacked, building up to a Massive Release,

allowing him to instantly trigger a resonance and step into the Entry Level Realm the moment he touched the core Core Technique of the Nine Transformations of the Vast Sun!

Right! It must be like this! There is no other possible explanation!"

Li Cen frantically self-persuaded himself, forcibly attributing Yao Delong's shocking performance to "Massive Release" and "Heaven-Defying Comprehension Ability."

He had no idea that this was entirely due to Yao Delong's mysterious System,

and... the "Diligent Cultivation" represented by the 50 points of yin-yang value that were consumed.

Looking at the young man in the arena, who stood tall and exuded a domineering Sword Intent like the nascent Grand Sun,

the slight feeling of grievance and unwillingness Li Cen felt because he was forced to impart his Ultimate Technique,

was instantly replaced by an uncontrollable ecstasy and appreciation for talent!

He had initially considered taking him as a Disciple during the Inner Sect Assessment, but gave up when he learned he was Junior Sister Leng's Disciple.

Now, personally witnessing Yao Delong's near-miraculous Sword Dao talent,

that appreciation for talent burned like a wildfire!

"Delong!"

Li Cen's voice carried a hint of unconcealable excitement and fervor; his previous weariness and helplessness vanished.

"Senior Martial Uncle's Nine Transformations of the Vast Sun, how is it?"

Yao Delong was immersed in the profound Sword Principles instilled by the System.

Hearing this, he slightly restrained his mind, and the domineering Haoyang Sword Intent surrounding him slowly receded.

He raised his head, looked at Li Cen, whose eyes were burning on the high platform, and thought to himself:

"A Heaven Rank High Grade Sword Core Technique, what do you expect? I can only say it's amazing!!"

However, he naturally couldn't say this aloud. He showed the appropriate expressions of "shock" and "admiration" on his face,

bowed solemnly and replied, "Reporting to Senior Martial Uncle! The Nine Transformations of the Vast Sun is vast and profound, mysterious and unfathomable!

Although this Disciple has only just glimpsed the Entry Level, I already deeply feel that it is a supreme Method that leads directly to the Dao!

It is supremely Yang and rigid, infinitely variable, and peerlessly powerful! This Disciple... is truly impressed!"

These words came from the heart, and the tone was sincere. Li Cen was greatly comforted, stroking his beard and laughing loudly:

"Hahaha! Good! What a supreme Method that leads directly to the Dao! Delong, you truly live up to Senior Martial Uncle's expectations!"

The more he looked at Yao Delong, the more pleasing he found him. The thought in his heart could no longer be suppressed, and he announced loudly:

"Delong! Senior Martial Uncle will make you another promise today!

If you can cultivate the first six transformations of the Nine Transformations of the Vast Sun to the Perfection Realm after achieving a Breakthrough to the Soul Transformation Realm!

I, your Senior Martial Uncle, will make an exception and pass on the last three transformations to you as well! How about it?"

As soon as these words came out, the entire venue was once again in an uproar!

The last three transformations?! Those were the true core essence of the Nine Transformations of the Vast Sun! Their power far surpassed the first six transformations!

It was said that the Peak Master Li Cen himself had only mastered up to the Eighth Transformation!

The weight of this promise was as heavy as Mount Tai!

Yao Delong was ecstatic inside and almost blurted out:

"Senior Martial Uncle! No need to wait for Soul Transformation! If you pass it to me now, I can perform the Nine Transformations Unity for you on the spot!"

However, reason suppressed the impulse. Cultivating a Heaven Rank High Grade Ultimate Technique to Perfection in an instant,

the level of shock would likely be a hundred times more terrifying than him slaying a Soul Transformation expert while in the Nascent Soul Realm!

It would definitely cause unimaginable trouble.

He forcefully suppressed his excitement, showing expressions of "overwhelmed by favor" and "determination," and bowed deeply:

"Disciple Yao Delong thanks Senior Martial Uncle for his great kindness! This Disciple will certainly cultivate diligently, live up to Senior Martial Uncle's expectations, and bring this Ultimate Technique to Perfection as soon as possible!"

"Good! Good! Such ambition!"

Li Cen nodded repeatedly in satisfaction, looking at Yao Delong as if he were a rare piece of unpolished jade.

"Go now. Go back and properly contemplate it. Do not let down Senior Martial Uncle's intentions, nor should you fail to live up to your astonishing Sword Dao talent!"

"This Disciple takes his leave!"

Yao Delong saluted again, and under the gaze of countless eyes—some awed, some envious, some jealous, some complicated—

he calmly turned around, transforming into a streak of light and leaving the Heavenly Sword Peak Martial Arts Square.

Not until Yao Delong's figure vanished into the horizon did the oppressive atmosphere in the square slightly ease.

Zhuge Chuixue still stood rooted to the spot, disheartened, looking in the direction Yao Delong had left, his eyes filled with extreme complexity.

Shock, confusion, frustration, and a hint of... inexplicable fighting spirit?

Every time he saw this Junior Brother Yao, his cognitive limits were refreshed.

His talent... truly defied description! Perhaps the achievements he had bitterly cultivated for many years were truly insignificant in the eyes of the other party?

Li Cen withdrew his gaze and swept over the Core Disciples below, who were still in shock and discussion,

especially seeing Zhuge Chuixue's disheartened look, which instantly made him furious.

"Hmph!" A cold snort containing Soul Transformation Divine Might exploded like thunder in the square, instantly silencing all noise!

Li Cen straightened his face, his gaze like lightning, scanning the Disciples who were silent with fear, scolding them with disappointment:

"Look! All of you, take a good look! Look at Yao Delong!

He only received the Core Technique a moment ago, yet he has already comprehended the Grand Sun True Intent and stepped into the gate of the Nine Transformations of the Vast Sun!

Now look at yourselves! Every single one of you usually boasts of being a Prodigy, looking down on others!

You've been practicing for years, even decades, and you're still spinning in place! You don't even have half... no!

You don't even have ten percent of his Comprehension Ability! Truly, comparing people leads to death, comparing goods leads to throwing them away!

You have completely shamed this old man!"

The Core Disciples were scolded until their faces were red, unable to lift their heads.

If they were placed in the Eastern Region, they could indeed be considered top-tier Geniuses,

but compared to that monster Yao Delong... Revered Master was right, they weren't even ten percent as good as him!

This massive disparity made their hearts feel incredibly bitter.

"What are you standing around for?!"

Seeing them all dejected, Li Cen grew even angrier and roared:

"Thinking about nothing! All of you, practice your swords for this old man! Practice! Practice until you drop!

If you don't practice the 'Golden Crow Patrols the Sky' sword posture until it has at least thirty percent Divine Charm today, none of you will rest!

This old man still has peak affairs to handle; I'll deal with you when I return!"

Terrifying Sword Intent pressure enveloped the entire square like a physical substance. All the Disciples shuddered,

daring not to delay, they quickly drew their long swords, gritting their teeth,

transforming their feelings of grievance and shock into motivation, and began practicing frantically.

For a time, Sword Qi crisscrossed the Martial Arts Field, shouts shook the heavens, and they practiced a hundred times harder than before!

Li Cen watched the "feverish" sword practice below, his anger slightly subsiding. His figure flickered, and he also left the square.

However, in his heart, Yao Delong's fleeting Haoyang Sword Intent and that inexplicable shock still echoed.

"This child... his future is limitless..." He muttered to himself, his figure disappearing in the direction of the Peak Master Hall.