Martial Master

It is not surprising that Qin Chen is so cautious. Although he does not understand the chill of a peerless genius, he knows that once he performs outstandingly in the ninth layer, it may attract the attention of the master of the Guanghan Mansion and the highest levels of the heavenly work. Once these people are alerted, they might dig into him, looking for the secret behind his extraordinary power—how could a mere warrior from a subordinate city in Yunzhou be so powerful?

To be honest, if it were just to join the Martial Division, Qin Chen would not need to think too much about it. However, Qin Chen entered the Ancient Saint Tower not to join the Martial Division, but to improve himself and seek opportunities.

"The ninth layer features a duel against Xuan Yuan Jue, who once ranked first in the Ancient Saint Tower. A Holy Master-level genius, could he just retreat?"

Qin Chen stood still for a moment and then suddenly laughed.

Qin Chen, oh Qin Chen, you criticize others for not having a firm heart, but what about yourself?

Is there really anything to fear in becoming the most astonishing figure in the Guanghan Mansion?

Aren't you still trying to find Qian Xue, Ru Yue, and Si Si? The louder your reputation, the greater the chance they will hear about you. What are you hesitating for?

With this thought, Qin Chen's gaze suddenly became resolute, and he stepped forward, walking towards the ninth layer.

Buzz!

In the ninth layer's space, it was a void.

"You've arrived, congratulations. After countless years, you are the one hundred and third challenger to enter the ninth layer."

The voice of the spirit of the tower sounded, no longer mechanical but filled with emotion, as if reminiscing, tinged with nostalgia.

Qin Chen felt a stir in his heart; this spirit of the tower actually possesses emotions. Has it gained its own life?

He couldn't help but feel a chill; this was not a good thing. After all, he was still within the Ancient Saint Tower. Qin Chen could tell that this Ancient Saint Tower was extraordinary, at least a Holy Master-level treasure; otherwise, it wouldn't be so terrifying.

If the Ancient Saint Tower deliberately wanted to keep him, then being inside it would certainly be dangerous.

Fortunately, this was a test under the watchful eyes of many, so it seemed this spirit of the tower would not act recklessly; otherwise, the reputation of the heavenly work would have been tarnished long ago.

One hundred and three?

This number was a bit more than Qin Chen had anticipated, but it was not too many.

After all, these were all the warriors who had taken the test in the Ancient Saint Tower over the years. The history of the heavenly realm is so long, and the Ancient Saint Tower has likely gone through countless assessments, not just within the Guanghan Mansion but throughout the heavenly realm.

Over countless years, having only one hundred and three is already quite rare.

Moreover, these were merely challengers who entered the ninth layer, not those who passed the ninth layer's test. It could be assumed that those who could pass all nine layers of the assessment should be few and far between.

"What is the assessment of the ninth layer?"

Qin Chen asked.

Buzz!

As soon as Qin Chen's voice fell, a shadow appeared in the endless void; it was Xuan Yuan Jue.

At this moment, Xuan Yuan Jue still emanated an aura of the late Earth Saint, but he exuded a chilling presence that didn’t resemble a mere late Earth Saint warrior, but rather a peerless Heavenly Saint, an invincible Heavenly Saint.

No wonder he could become the new guardian of the tower thirty thousand years ago; he was indeed terrifyingly strong.

"Youth, it's good to see you again. I’m glad. Our human race is too weak; every genius represents the future of our clan. I’m happy to meet you again."

Xuan Yuan Jue said, still imposing but with a hint of inexplicable appreciation and comfort.

"This assessment of the ninth layer is a battle against Xuan Yuan Jue. The Xuan Yuan Jue before you still stands at the late Earth Saint level, but he will no longer only use thirty percent of his strength; instead, he will use one hundred percent. You only need to hold on for one incense stick of time without being defeated to pass the ninth layer assessment."