357: The assessment is over, Sikong Zhaixing was defeated with one kick, Zhou Zhenfushi, can I borrow someone from you?

Outside the Trial Tower.

Under the gaze of the crowd, a ray of light flickered.

Chu Jiang's figure was majestic and imposing, his body erupting with divine light, like a king stepping out of the Void Realm.

“Lord Shao Si has come out!”

“He’s completely unharmed, passing the twelfth level! This is too Heaven-Defying!”

Many Demon Suppression Guards were incredulous.

Most Prodigies who failed the trials would have some injuries, but Chu Jiang was completely unscathed.

Bai Fengyi looked at the figure in the sky and felt a sense of inferiority. Chu Jiang's temperament was ethereal and unfathomable, and most importantly, his appearance and aura overshadowed hers.

Most people showed expressions of admiration and reverence.

Some female Demon Suppression Guards even showed infatuation.

Feeling the fanaticism of the crowd, Sikong Zhaixing's face turned ugly.

These, should have been his.

This reverence, should have been his.

This adoration, should have been his.

The more Sikong Zhaixing thought about it, the angrier he became, filled with unwillingness. He had waited so many years, already considering the position of Lord Shao Si as his private property.

Now, it had all turned to nothing.

His eyes gradually turned bloodshot, and he could no longer hold back, shouting, “Chu Jiang, what cheating method did you use to pass the eleventh and twelfth levels?”

Sikong Zhaixing’s words caused an uproar among the surrounding people.

“My Lord passes when he wants to pass, why should he explain to you?”

Fu Yunxuan, hearing someone insult her Lord, her already cold face instantly became like an ice cellar, radiating chill.

“This Sikong Zhaixing is crazy, actually questioning the results of the Trial Tower?”

Shen Liuying’s Phoenix brows furrowed slightly. He could play the game, but he couldn't lose.

A hint of disgust flashed in her eyes.

Such a person cannot tolerate sand in his eyes. As soon as someone surpasses him, he cannot accept it. How could he possibly hold the position of Lord Shao Si?

Zhang Long, Wang Tiezhu, and other Prodigies were also surprised. Sikong Zhaixing’s Heart-Nature was too poor. Wouldn’t it be good to have a stronger person lead the Demon Suppression Division?

“If you are unhappy with me, feel free to try. As long as you make this Lord retreat half a step, you win!”

Chu Jiang stood in the Void Realm with his hands behind his back, speaking calmly.

Having just acquired a complete Divine Ability, it was a good opportunity to test this Myriad Manifestations Divine Attraction.

If some hot-headed kid wanted to come and offer himself up, he would gladly accept.

“Chu Jiang, you are arrogant!”

Sikong Zhaixing nearly exploded with anger. To be so utterly ignored by him! He had dominated the younger generation of the Imperial Capital for so long, when had he ever suffered such an insult?

However, no one present thought Chu Jiang was boasting. He had now broken the Trial Tower’s millennium record, his prestige at its peak, and had already conquered most of the people present. Few were unconvinced.

Lu Hou of the Pill Hall was about to make a move but was stopped by Zu Cang, who said:

“Sikong Zhaixing has extraordinary talent, but his Heart-Nature is a bit lacking. He won’t turn back until he hits a wall. It’s good to let him sober up.”

Lu Hou nodded.

“Everyone, retreat!”

With that said.

Outside the Trial Tower, a large empty space was cleared.

Several high-ranking officials also reinforced the Seal around it.

To prevent the aftermath of the battle from spreading.

“Extreme of Metal — Sunset Radiance!”

Sikong Zhaixing let out a long cry to the sky. A golden light, with thousands of sword rays extending from his back, transformed into a golden Dragon and charged towards Chu Jiang.

Every golden sword possessed unparalleled sharpness, sending shivers down one's spine.

Chu Jiang’s expression was indifferent. He raised his large foot and stomped heavily into the Void Realm.

Buzz!

Myriad Manifestations Divine Attraction.

The Void Realm rippled like a lake, and a powerful gravity, like an overwhelming tide, pressed down upon the heavens and earth.

Bang!

With just one foot.

The thousands of golden sword-Dragons were all violently crushed by the gravity, turning into fragments of energy.

Boom!

The terrifying gravity directly slammed Sikong Zhaixing from the sky to the ground, his head smashing into a deep pit.

“Rise!”

Sikong Zhaixing lifted his head, his face ferocious, trying to resist with all his might. The half of his body that had just lifted was immediately suppressed.

He could no longer raise his head.

“Damn it—”

The Prodigies and Demon Suppression Guard experts present were stunned.

Terrifying.

They couldn’t see what was happening inside the Trial Tower, so they had no direct perception of what it meant to pass the twelfth level.

But now.

Sikong Zhaixing, hailed as the leader of the Four Vajras, was defeated by Chu Jiang, unable to even withstand a single kick.

They truly felt that the gap between the two was like a huge chasm, utterly insurmountable, not even on the same level.

A hint of shock flashed in Shen Liuying’s beautiful eyes. The gap between her and Chu Jiang was simply too vast.

Several high-ranking officials appeared.

Zu Cang stood before everyone and decisively announced:

“Now, I declare Chu Jiang as the Lord Shao Si of our Demon Suppression Division! The succession ceremony will be held seven days from now!”

This was a result without any dissent. Chu Jiang was first in all three trials, crushing everyone else in each one.

“Greetings, Lord Shao Si!”

Fu Yunxuan led the bow. Shen Liuying, Zhang Long, Bai Fengyi, Wang Tiezhu, and other Prodigies also cupped their hands in congratulations.

Bai Fengyi said seriously, “This guy’s looks are even better than mine. I have no objection to him being Lord Shao Si!”

Ye Chen: “…”

Wang Tiezhu: “…”

Are you boasting about yourself here?

With several Prodigies leading the way, a chain reaction quickly followed, and thousands of people bowed in homage.

Many people had fervent eyes.

As for Sikong Zhaixing, he left alone, his face full of ugliness.

Some suspected that Sikong Zhaixing’s Dao Heart was already unstable, and he might encounter Heart Demons in his future Cultivation.

Some Geniuses are dogmatic; they do not allow themselves to lose or fail. Once they fail, they completely collapse.

And Sikong Zhaixing happened to be such a person.

Thus, the Lord Shao Si assessment came to an end.

The Demon Suppression Division then sent invitations to various major forces in the Imperial Capital, inviting them to attend Chu Jiang’s succession ceremony seven days later.

The Prodigies from the regional states did not leave.

Chu Jiang directly approached Zhou Yunfeng, the Pacification Envoy of Tianzhou.

“Pacification Envoy Zhou, I would like to borrow someone from you. I wonder if it’s possible?”

“Who does Lord Shao Si wish to have?”

Zhou Yunfeng asked, knowing the answer.

“Zhang Long!”

“Don’t worry, I always return what I borrow!”

Chu Jiang looked at Zhou Yunfeng, not saying 'transfer' but 'borrow'.

Zhou Yunfeng laughed heartily and said, “What are you saying, Lord Shao Si? To say ‘borrow’ would be too formal. Zhang Long, are you willing to follow Lord Shao Si?”

He naturally knew that Chu Jiang’s 'borrow' would surely be a one-way trip.

Zhang Long was a Genius cultivated by his Tianzhou Demon Suppression Division. Normally, he would naturally be unwilling, but Chu Jiang’s talent was truly terrifying.

Chu Jiang’s future succession as the head of the Demon Suppression Division was already set in stone, and his promotion to the Rongtian Realm was only a matter of time.

Zhang Long following Chu Jiang would also benefit his Tianzhou. If disaster struck in the future, the General Division could prioritize providing some assistance.

It was also a good outcome.

“Hehe…”

Zhang Long gave a simple smile.

Zhou Yunfeng, being an old fox, instantly understood what he was thinking. This guy had probably considered this idea but couldn’t bring himself to say it due to considerations of propriety.

This guy had feelings for the Tianzhou Demon Suppression Division, but also wanted to follow Lord Shao Si, caught in a dilemma.

“Zhang Long, listen to my order — you are now transferred to Lord Shao Si’s command. Take up your post immediately, no delays allowed!”

Zhou Yunfeng said sternly.

“Your subordinate obeys!”

Zhang Long responded, cupping his hands respectfully.

“Pacification Envoy Zhou, ten years from now, I will return a different Zhang Long to you!”

Chu Jiang said with a faint smile, having gained another great general. The Four Vajras were now complete. He would bring Wang Chao, Ma Han, and Zhao Hu over later.

Zhou Yunfeng chuckled.

Ten years from now, Zhang Long might already be at the Qiankun Tenth Level, listed on the Heavenly Rankings.

Following Chu Jiang, with the full support of the Demon Suppression Division, it was not impossible.

As for the 'returning' part, both of them knew it was just pleasantries.

At dawn, Zu Cang and several other high-ranking officials held a meeting and summoned Chu Jiang to the Demon Suppression Hall.