231: Chapter 231 Assessment

"Yes." Ma Kai bowed once more to Elder Wang, who was seated in the middle of the three, and said respectfully, "Elder Wang, I wish to request a review of the Third-Class Guest Elder Ye Yisong, who was recommended by Brother Shen Jun."

"This person is merely a Middle Stage Martial Ancestor, and his craftsmanship is only at the Low Grade Fourth Order. He simply does not have the qualifications to be a Third-Class Guest Elder of our Yuelai Pavilion."

"Enough. As long as you know the rules, that is fine." Elder Wang, the leader, raised his hand to interrupt Ma Kai, who was about to go on at length. He turned around, looked at Brother Shen Jun, and asked, "Is Ye Yisong currently in the Treasure Pavilion?"

"Reporting to Elder Wang, Ye Yisong is currently in the trading room on the fourth floor of the Treasure Pavilion," Brother Shen Jun replied, bowing as he suppressed all his emotions.

"Lead the way," Elder Wang ordered, sparing no words.

To be able to serve as one of the top ten Elders of Yuelai Pavilion, each one must be a powerhouse at the Martial King level. Some are even Fifth Order craftsmen; in any faction, they are figures not to be underestimated.

At this moment, of the three Elders following behind Brother Shen Jun, Elder Wang held the highest rank, placing fifth. He was a Middle Stage Martial King powerhouse and also a Fifth Order Alchemist. He was rigid in character, meticulous about everything, and handled matters strictly according to established procedures.

Elder Su was ranked seventh and was also a Middle Stage Martial King powerhouse. He was a true martial fanatic with an outgoing personality who disdained schemes and tricks, preferring to break through situations with brute force.

Elder Jiang was ranked tenth and was an Early Stage Martial King powerhouse. He was tolerant, patient with his subordinates, and often guided those around him to Cultivate. Most of the deacons of Yuelai Pavilion wished to gain his favor and work by his side.

Brother Shen Jun's steps were somewhat heavy. Although he had confidence in Ye Yisong, having three Elders from the top ten come together put immense pressure on him.

Moreover, at this moment, he represented not just himself, but the face of the Third Vice Pavilion Master.

If he were to lose, his status within the faction would plummet, and climbing higher in the future would be basically impossible.

"Brother Ye, come over and pay your respects to Elder Wang, Elder Su, and Elder Jiang." The group quickly arrived at the trading room where Ye Yisong was. Fearing that Ye Yisong might offend the Seniors, Brother Shen Jun introduced their identities the moment they entered.

"Greetings, Elder Wang, Elder Su, and Elder Jiang." Ye Yisong hurriedly stood up and bowed to each of the three.

"Greetings, Fellow Daoists." Ancestor Ye Rongming was no exception and raised his hand in a bow. The two people who entered behind brought him a very uncomfortable feeling, as if he were being stared at by two Vicious Beasts, making him feel uneasy all over.

Elder Wang and Elder Su merely nodded slightly in response, while Elder Jiang returned the bow.

"You are Ye Yisong?" Elder Wang asked aloud, then looked at Ma Kai, who had followed them in, with confusion. Could this kid's brain be broken?

"This Junior is," Ye Yisong replied respectfully.

"Hmm. Next, the three of us will each propose a question to assess you. As long as you can pass the assessment of two people, it will be considered a success. Do you understand?" Elder Wang did not mince words and directly told Ye Yisong the rules.

"This Junior understands," Ye Yisong replied.

Elder Wang and Elder Su casually found a seat and sat down. Elder Jiang looked at Ye Yisong and said kindly, "My assessment question is: within half an hour, complete three Low Grade Fourth Order Talisman or one Medium Grade Fourth Order Talisman."

"Begin!"

Is the first Elder's assessment already this difficult? Ancestor Ye Rongming couldn't help but look at Ye Yisong with worry. Would his own kid have his status token taken back after using his privilege only once?

Refining three Low Grade Fourth Order Talisman in half an hour means successfully refining one every ten minutes, which implies a one hundred percent success rate. In this world, how many people can do that?

As for the Medium Grade Fourth Order Talisman, isn't this making things difficult on purpose?

Ye Yisong's file clearly stated that he was only a Medium Grade Fourth Order Talisman Maker.

Brother Shen Jun also had not expected that Elder Jiang, the easiest to talk to, would come up with such a difficult question right from the start.

Had Elder Jiang secretly defected to the Second Vice Pavilion Master?

Ye Yisong waited for less than three minutes before Deacon Yuan Yao placed six sets of Talisman Making Materials on the table in front of Ye Yisong: three sets for the Great Sword Talisman and three sets for the Treasure Armor Talisman. It was clear that some thought had been put into the selection.

Looking at the Materials in front of him, Ye Yisong unhesitatingly picked up the Materials for the Treasure Armor Talisman on the right side of the table. Only by appropriately displaying his talent could he better embody his own value and let Yuelai Pavilion invest greater resources in him.

Blindly hiding one's abilities would only lead to being looked down upon.

What? What is this kid doing? Does he not know what this assessment means?

Brother Shen Jun was anxious, but he dared not make even the slightest sound. Elder Jiang looked kind, but that didn't mean he was easy to bully. Of the Elders who could rank in the top ten, which one hadn't fought their way out of a sea of blood?

Besides, it was too late to remind him now; Ye Yisong had already begun to carve the inscriptions for the Talisman. I hope this kid can bring me a surprise!

"Hmph, when it comes to Talisman Making, I have never lost."

Ye Yisong's expression was serious, and he was extremely focused on carving the inscriptions. Every stroke showed great care; he was nervous but did not lose his composure, which allowed Ancestor Ye Rongming's hanging heart to relax a little.

In secret, Ye Yisong had long since hacked the system; how could he have a one hundred percent success rate in refining a Medium Grade Fourth Order Talisman?

The many actions that appeared on the surface were merely to deceive the eyes of outsiders.

"It's done."

In just ten minutes, Ye Yisong had successfully refined the Talisman plate. Brother Shen Jun's breathing quickened, his face flushed, and he looked at Ma Kai triumphantly.

"Hmph, don't get cocky yet. It's not certain that this kid will succeed in the Spiritual Qi infusion," Ma Kai said via sound transmission, unconvinced.

"Layman," Brother Shen Jun mocked, "You are an Alchemist, how could you know the mysteries of our Talisman Making?"

The difficulty of Talisman Making lies in creating the Talisman plate; as for the Spiritual Qi infusion, it is just a matter of grinding work. Since Ye Yisong was able to successfully refine the Treasure Armor Talisman plate in one go, it showed that he was already very familiar with the Treasure Armor Talisman. Infusing Spiritual Qi is just a matter of stabilizing the output of Spiritual Qi, which meant half the success was already achieved.

How could Ma Kai not know the ropes? He was just refusing to admit defeat!

"Elder Jiang, I have not failed your mission." Ye Yisong pretended to wipe the sweat from his forehead and handed the Treasure Armor Talisman, which emitted rich Spiritual Qi and had a glimmer of golden light flowing on its surface, into Elder Jiang's hands.

"Hmm, the Talisman is a fine product. Pass." Elder Jiang just glanced at it and gave his evaluation, then casually put the Talisman into his own Storage Pouch, leaving Ye Yisong's hand waiting in the Void Realm slightly at a loss. Without waiting for Elder Jiang to look over, he immediately pressed his hands together, bowed, and thanked him.

"Thank you, Elder Jiang."

Elder Jiang did not respond; he found a seat and sat down, signaling Elder Su with his eyes that it was his turn.

"My assessment content is: defeat a Late Stage Yao Beast."

Elder Su slightly shook his burly body, his gaze like lightning, and said majestically, "You may consider for yourself whether you want to accept this assessment. After all, Yao Beasts are ruthless!"