65: Three thousand test takers, living up to the expectations of China.

After leaving Lan Yu to care for the Soldier, the other five split up and disappeared from the central location.

Xie Ning and his two Demon Tamers Beasts moved quickly, following the map locations he had memorized earlier, and soon arrived at the first target location.

From a distance, he heard sounds of fighting and could vaguely see two Demon Tamers Beasts locked in combat.

Upon getting closer, Xie Ning recognized it as Class Monitor Liu Yuan's Demon Tamers Beast, which was completely at a disadvantage.

A Black Iron Rank 9 Flower Demon.

"Xie Ning!"

He looked toward the voice and saw Liu Yuan being chased by a Black-Robed Person wielding a blade.

Without hesitation, he pointed his finger, and the Supersonic Mantis flew over. Before the Black-Robed Person could react, it raised its blades and struck him down, killing him.

"Whew... he's finally dead. Thank you, Xie Ning..." Liu Yuan bent over, supporting himself on his knees while panting heavily.

"You're welcome. These people came from outside the Secret Realm with the goal of hunting examinees. Head to the central location first; there's a Girl and a Soldier there. They'll explain the details to you."

After speaking, Xie Ning rode away on Bai Ya. Time was tight, and he had to hurry.

If he remembered correctly, there was another group of Black-Robed Persons gathered not far ahead.

Liu Yuan watched Xie Ning leave and, following his instructions, rushed toward the central location.

Meanwhile, Xie Ning arrived at his next destination.

One look, and indeed!

There were a total of eight Black-Robed Persons, generally at Bronze Rank 3, with the highest being Bronze Rank 5. For most examinees in this College Entrance Examination, they were difficult enemies to face.

The eight Black-Robed Persons' Demon Tamers Beasts were currently frantically attacking an energy shield. Inside the shield were six terrified examinees and six heavily injured Demon Tamers Beasts, the strongest of which was a Bronze Rank 4 Demonic Ape.

The group also noticed Xie Ning's presence. The Black-Robed Persons looked at his Demon Tamers Beasts with great wariness, while the besieged examinees were overjoyed.

"Ah! It's those two Demon Tamers Beasts from the internet!"

"Student, please help us!"

"These people are trying to kill us, be careful, classmate..."

"It's actually Student Xie Ning! Student Xie Ning, please save us..."

Some recognized the two Demon Tamers Beasts, some recognized Xie Ning, and they all began to call for help.

After all, among all the examinees, the strength of these two Demon Tamers Beasts was among the very best.

"Kid, I advise you not to mind other people's business," one of the Black-Robed Persons warned with a fierce expression.

Xie Ning smiled and said simply, "Go."

The Supersonic Mantis and Poison Flame White Wolf immediately charged forward.

In this single encounter, the difference in strength was laid bare.

Although the Black-Robed Persons' Demon Tamers Beasts were close in Rank to Xie Ning's two, once the fighting started, the Supersonic Mantis and Poison Flame White Wolf completely dominated them.

Every time the Supersonic Mantis moved, it took a life. In just a few breaths, it had decapitated five Demon Tamers Beasts. In contrast, the Poison Flame White Wolf, which used elemental attacks, had only killed two.

The Poison Flame White Wolf was also displeased. It rushed forward without even breathing fire, opened its mouth, and swallowed the last small Demon Tamers Beast whole.

The remaining Black-Robed Persons were finished off by the Supersonic Mantis with three blade flashes.

As the battle ended, the protective shield dissipated. It turned out to be equipment owned by the examinee with the Bronze Rank 4 Demon Tamers Beast.

"Thank you for saving us..." This examinee was clearly the team leader. He walked over, speaking with a sense of relief after surviving the ordeal.

Xie Ning shook his head and repeated what he had told Liu Yuan. Ignoring their shocked expressions, he added solemnly, "Remember! Once you get there, follow the instructions of that Girl and the Soldier. If anyone acts on their own, I will settle the score with them."

Among them, a rather defiant boy said unhappily, "On what grounds? I'm a boy, why should I follow a Girl's orders?"

Xie Ning clenched his fists and, without explaining, went up and gave him a heavy beating.

A minute later... "Do you understand now?" he asked, loosening his arms.

The boy nodded vigorously.

The others didn't dare to voice any opposition. Under Xie Ning's gaze, they hurried back the way they came, while Xie Ning continued forward.

Time flew by as more and more examinees gathered at the central location from all directions.

Fortunately, although there were occasional troublemakers, they were all suppressed.

On one hand, Lan Yu's strength was evident; on the other, there were some more sensible examinees who helped her maintain order.

Two hours later.

When Xie Ning returned to the central location, it was already crowded. At a glance, there were no fewer than three thousand people. While their strength might not be enough to fight Fallen Demon Tamers, they would likely be a decent fighting force against a Beast Tide.

Seeing that Lu Bingyun, Xiao Ya, and Jin Feng were all more or less injured but not seriously, Xie Ning nodded to them.

"Everyone!"

With one sentence, Xie Ning drew everyone's attention.

He was currently being carried by the Supersonic Mantis, flying high in the air and looking down at the crowd of thousands below.

"Everyone should know what has happened. That's right, the Secret Realm Trial has changed. Whether or not you've completed your tasks is no longer important. What we need to do now is leave this place and fight our way back to Flower City to provide support."

At this point, Xie Ning looked around. "Some of you may not be from Flower City, and some may think this doesn't concern you. But I hope you think clearly. Since ancient times, our China has stood tall in this desolate land because we watch out for each other. It is the firm belief of the entire nation acting as one."

"I won't force you to participate. If anyone wants to back out, you can leave. I'll give you three minutes to consider."

After speaking, Xie Ning waited quietly. Lu Bingyun and the others on the ground looked at each other, also waiting.

The thousands of students looked left and right. Some were determined, some wavered, and some even turned pale with trembling legs. For a moment, whispers were constant... but surprisingly, out of the thousands of students, not a single one chose to leave in the end.

"Very good. This result is exactly what the school wanted to see. All that knowledge taught to us wasn't in vain," Xie Ning laughed. "I was originally thinking that I'd beat up anyone who stepped out, but it seems I won't get the chance."

Pfft!

Xiao Ya couldn't hold back and spat out a mouthful of water. She quickly said to those looking over, "Sorry, sorry, pretend I'm not here, please continue..."

Many people couldn't help but chuckle at Xie Ning's words. The atmosphere lightened significantly, and those who were trembling weren't as afraid anymore.

At this moment, Xie Ning looked at the Soldier.

The Soldier nodded and first saluted Xie Ning. Then, taking the Recorders recovered from the Black-Robed Persons, he placed dozens of them together. After operating them for about a minute, a massive energy shield expanded, enveloping the thousands of people along with Xie Ning and the others.

"Once we are teleported out, you only have one thing to do: hit the enemy hard as soon as you see them! Remember to be fast!"

After speaking, Xie Ning cast two Beast Taming Skills on the two beasts. Then, blazing flames ignited on his own arms, and he began to accumulate power within his joined palms..."}],