The dust gradually dispersed, and Gu Xing's figure became clearer in the sunlight.
Liu Li's wings gently closed, and her porcelain-white hands slowly released from his waist.
Just moments ago, in a split second, as the referee was about to announce the elimination.
He didn't have time to think, directly leaping down from the military beast that was escorting him back to the city.
Only then did he thrillingly arrive at the arena at the last moment.
Gu Xing's sudden appearance left the referee stunned for a few seconds before he regained his composure to announce:
"Contestant Gu Xing has arrived, the match begins!"
As soon as this voice echoed, the audience erupted into an uproar with discussions flaring up one after another.
"How did Gu Xing suddenly appear? He actually came to take the exam!"
"Now we have a good show to watch, Chen Ziming definitely won't let him off easily!"
"Although they all say Gu Xing got his SSS-Class evaluation by cheating, his strength is indeed not weak, he might actually hold his own against Chen Ziming!"
"Hold his own? What a joke! Didn't you see Chen Shao's performance just now? At least the strength of Awakened Tier Six, do you know what that means?"
Amidst the discussions in the audience, Wang Wu on the stage felt his legs weaken, and fine sweat covered his forehead.
Originally, with Gu Xing not appearing, he thought he could stably advance by relying on luck.
But unexpectedly...
In the end, Gu Xing still made it to the arena and did so in such a high-profile way!
"Gu... Gu bro..." Wang Wu's voice trembled, "Please show mercy..."
No matter what the outside world said, Gu Xing was a genuine SSS-Class potential contender.
This meant Gu Xing's level was at least Awakening Tier Five.
As for himself...
Out of fear of dying in the Alternate Space, he hadn't dared to go there to level up for the past ten days.
This also led to his current level being just Awakening Tier Three.
"Don't worry, it will be over soon."
Before Wang Wu could react to the meaning of these words, a white afterimage suddenly flashed before his eyes.
"Awooo——!"
His Tier Three awakened beast only had time to let out a wretched cry before crashing heavily to the ground.
"I surrender!"
Without hesitation, Wang Wu raised both hands, his face instantly turning pale.
Below the stage, Chen Ziming's eyes narrowed slightly.
He casually stroked the hair of the Enchanting Demon:
"Mei'Er, what level do you say your previous master's contracted Guardian Beast is at now?"
After glancing at Liu Li, the Enchanting Demon hesitated for a moment before slowly speaking:
"Ziming brother, judging from that Guardian Beast's performance just now, at most Awakened Tier Six!"
Chen Ziming's lips curled into a cold smile.
Awakening Tier Six?
In front of his Awakened Tier Eight Enchanting Demon, it was nothing but an ant.
The subsequent matches proceeded quickly.
Two hours later, the top fifty students had been determined.
Only students who made it into the top fifty could participate in the second exam organized by the military.
The entire college entrance exam was composed of three tests!
The first test was organized by the school, scored based on the Newbie Trial Space and the school-level assessment.
The second test was organized by the military, also scoring student performances.
The final test was jointly organized by all the universities nationwide, also scoring based on student performances.
Finally, a comprehensive evaluation and ranking were conducted based on the scores from these three tests!
At this moment, these fifty advancing students were about to participate in the school-level exam ranking.
"Silence."
With the referee's order, the entire square fell silent.
"The ranking matches for the top fifty will continue to use a draw-lot duel method."
"In the first round, fifty people draw lots for duels, twenty-five advance."
"In the second round, twenty-four people draw lots for duels, one has a bye, thirteen advance."
"In the third round, twelve people draw lots for duels, one has a bye, seven advance."
"In the fourth round, six people draw lots for duels, one has a bye, four advance."
"The final draw will decide the semifinals and finals!"
"Now, the match officially begins!"
The competition was in full swing, each contestant vying for advancement in their own way.
Some crushed opponents with solid strength, while others narrowly won with excellent luck.
But Gu Xing's advancement path became the hottest topic in the entire arena.
"Isn't his luck too incredible?"
"Three bye opportunities, he got two of them himself!"
The audience was full of chatter, many of whom had started calling Gu Xing "The Chosen One."
Even more astonishing, in the remaining two matches, Gu Xing's opponents turned out to be former team members he had saved in the Newbie Trial Space.
"Gu bro, we concede."
"Without your rescue back then, we would have long since..."
The two team members willingly forfeited, their eyes filled with gratitude.
Thus, after four rounds, Gu Xing advanced to the top four without lifting a finger.
Alongside him in the advancement were the aggressive Chen Ziming, the formidable Shen Ruoxue, and a dark horse—Li Yan, the Awakening Tier Five Beast Master.
The next morning, all of Lin Yuan City was abuzz.
The exam square was packed with people, even the rooftops of surrounding buildings were filled with spectators.
"Look quickly! That's Chairman Chen!"
"The vice principal is here too!"
"Oh my, even the City Lord has come in person!"
In the VIP seats, the most powerful individuals in Lin Yuan City took their seats one after another.
Chen Shan—the father of Chen Ziming, chairman of the largest chamber of commerce in Lin Yuan City.
At this moment, he was having a low-voiced conversation with the vice principal, a profound smile on his face.
"I heard your son's Enchanting Demon has already reached Awakening Tier Eight?" the vice principal tentatively asked.
Feigning modesty, Chen Shan waved his hand.
"It's just child's play. However, that Gu Xing..."
He paused meaningfully, "The SSS-Class evaluation is quite promising."
He originally thought that the poor student whose Guardian Beast he had 'bought off' would never rise again.
Yet after the Newbie Trial ended, he unexpectedly became a prominent figure in Lin Yuan City.
It's just that...
He didn't know how much water was in it!
Chen Shan squinted his eyes, his fingers gently tapping the armrest of his seat.
He had long since thoroughly investigated Gu Xing's background.
"Wasted Angel? Ha..." he scoffed internally.
Even if that Angel really regained its strength, at most it would be Epic level.
Yet his own son's contracted Enchanting Demon was not only Epic level but had also reached the Awakened Tier Eight Realm.
The difference between the two levels, what would Gu Xing use to win?
The vice principal sensed the odd atmosphere and hurriedly tried to ease it:
"Old Chen, you're too modest, let's focus on the match instead."
With that, he redirected his gaze to the arena.
At this moment, the tension on-site was so intense it could almost be squeezed dry.
Amidst the focus of everyone, the draw result for the first match successfully appeared on the big screen.
"First match of the semifinals, Gu Xing versus Li Yan!"
As the referee announced, the Awakening Tier Five Beast Master trudged heavily onto the stage.
Li Yan looked at the calm-looking Gu Xing opposite him, his adam's apple moving unconsciously.
"Gu bro..." he forced out a smile uglier than crying, "please show mercy."
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