Chapter 3724 - 3728 Pass a Test
“Who do you think you are, demanding our leader to meet with you? If our leader were to come, you’d surely be doomed!” Yvonne was angrily reprimanding John.
“Since you won’t ask her to come here, I’ll personally go and settle the score with her…” John said, preparing to head toward the inner court. John couldn’t hold it in because the holy maiden of Lunarius Palace used his women to lure him within the illusion array. Even if it was all a sham, John felt as though he had been cuckolded.
“Halt!” Yvonne stopped John in his tracks.
John’s brows furrowed as he said, “What’s this? I walked in here myself. Are you planning to kick me out now? Doesn’t Lunarius Palace always abide by the rules?” John raised his voice on purpose, emphasizing the importance of adhering to rules. After all, Yvonne was known for her straightforwardness, especially when it came to Killian queuing up. However, things took a turn when Killian presented an elder’s token, leaving Yvonne with no choice but to comply.
“Of course, we at Lunarius Palace adhere to our rules. Since you’ve managed to penetrate the illusion array and find your way here, rest assured, we won’t cast you out. You could also choose a female cultivator you fancy here, then win her over through challenges, forming a spiritual bond! However, if you wish to enter the inner court, you must endure a test. It’s not just you, even the cultivators I brought along must go through the same trial to gain access to the inner court! Given the unique circumstances this time around, a test is indeed necessary. However, once the test is passed, a grand opportunity awaits in the future. Once the test is passed, not only could one win the heart of the beauty but also journey together to the polar region. They could explore the immortal’s tomb, and if luck is on their side, they might even find a celestial weapon,” Yvonne said to John.
Even though Yvonne was furious at John for destroying the arcane arrays of Lunarius Palace, she didn’t overly trouble John. Instead, she meticulously explained the rules of Lunarius Palace. As for the matter of the arcane arrays being destroyed, it was up to the head of Lunarius Palace to decide. It was certainly not something a minor receptionist like her could handle.
Upon hearing this, John immediately shook his head and said, “I’m not here to find a partner, nor to win the heart of a beauty, and I certainly have no interest in joining any expedition to the polar region. I simply wish to meet your leader. That’s all!” John was there to seek Demonia Stone instead of a partner.
Moreover, John was never short of women. Each one of them was as beautiful as a goddess. If he desired a woman, they would eagerly throw themselves at him. There was no need for him to endure any tests. As for that journey to the polar region to search for the immortal’s tomb and whatever celestial weapon could be obtained, John was even less interested. He had no shortage of divine weapons in his hands. He didn’t need any celestial weapons.
Yvonne stared blankly at John, utterly puzzled. She couldn’t comprehend why John had gone through the trouble of breaking through the illusion array, and he didn’t do it to seek a partner or for a journey to the polar region. It was simply to meet the head of Lunarius Palace. It was important to note that those young cultivators who visited Lunarius Palace over the years were primarily in search of a partner. Of course, a portion of them had also heard about Lunarius Palace’s expedition to the polar region and had specifically gone for that. Yet, John was neither of these. He had simply wanted to catch a glimpse of the head of Lunarius Palace, so he ventured into the palace. That was quite unconventional.
“You have to pass a test if you want to meet the head of Lunarius Palace. Otherwise, it’s simply impossible to reach the inner court!” Yvonne said to John.
Seeing the situation, John could only respond helplessly, “Fine. How do you plan to test me? Please hurry. My time is very precious…”
Upon seeing that John didn’t take the test of Lunarius Palace seriously, Yvonne said in an icy tone, “Don’t get ahead of yourself just because you’ve managed to pass through Lunarius Palace’s illusion array. I’m telling you that your success might just be down to good luck. After all, the illusion array is designed to bewilder the mind. If you have a strong mind, it’s easier to get through. But this time, the test is a true measure of strength. To think you can pass this test as a Third Level Tribulator is simply a pipe dream.”
“Is it impossible? We’ll only know once we give it a go. Let’s get started right away!” John was growing somewhat impatient.
Yvonne shot John a sharp look, but she chose not to continue speaking. Instead, she walked up to the crowd of cultivators and announced, “Everyone, you’ve all been selected after signing up. Now that you’re here, you can choose a female cultivator that you fancy. If you manage to win a challenge against her, you may become partners. However, if you wish to advance to the inner court and embark on the journey to the polar region, you must undergo another test. But rest assured, our leader has already set up this trial tower. So even if someone can’t pass the trial tower, there won’t be any danger to their life. We are simply trying to choose the most suitable candidate. After all, this expedition to the polar region is extremely dangerous. Our leader doesn’t want any casualties, which is why we set up this test!” Everyone grew excited when they heard Yvonne’s words.
“Let’s get started already. We can hardly contain ourselves!” After all, there was no risk to life, so there was no reason to back out.
Taking a step forward, Killian asked Yvonne, “Do I still need to be tested?”
“Mr. Miller, even though you possess an elder’s token, this test is still mandatory. It’s a rule personally set by our leader. But, rest assured, this trial tower poses no danger. Given your abilities, passing through this trial tower will be a breeze,” Yvonne said to Killian.
“All right. I’m ready to face the challenge!” Killian greatly appreciated Yvonne’s words. After all, everyone liked a bit of flattery. However, when Yvonne saw Killian agree, she couldn’t help but let out a quiet, sarcastic chuckle! Clearly, Yvonne was deliberately setting Killian up for failure by giving him excessive praise.
John’s brows immediately furrowed when he saw that Killian was also about to face a trial. After all, this guy had sparred with John and was very familiar with his aura. If they were to enter the trial tower, John would inevitably have to release his aura. If that were the case, he would undoubtedly be identified by Killian.
However, given the circumstances, John could not back down. All he could do was wait. If Killian passed the test, then John would be able to take the test without revealing his identity. Yvonne led the group through the outer court, eventually arriving in front of a tower.
The area surrounding the tower was shrouded in a thin, white mist, giving it a surreal aura. The entire structure seemed as if it was cast from gold, gleaming with a radiant golden light. At the very top of the tower, a dash of green light kept flickering, adding to its enchanting appeal.
“Everyone, what you see here is our very own trial tower of Lunarius Palace. Don’t be fooled by its small exterior appearance. The interior houses an expansive space. Rest assured, there’s ample room for you all to demonstrate your abilities to the fullest. Of course, to pass the test, one has to journey from the base of the tower to its peak. The gemstone, shimmering with a green glow, merely requires a touch. With that simple contact, one will be transported outside of the tower, signifying the successful completion of the test. Inside, it’s a maze of intricate mechanisms. Perhaps each person’s trial might be unique, so relying on others for their experiences is absolutely out of the question,” Yvonne said to the cultivators.
No sooner had Yvonne finished speaking than someone impatiently said, “Enough already. Hurry up and start the trial tower. We can’t wait any longer!” With a casual wave of her hand, Yvonne set the doors of the trial tower slowly swinging open
As soon as the grand gates were flung open, a handful of eager cultivators couldn’t help but rush inside. These individuals probably thought that by passing the test first, they would gain significant prestige. This, in turn, would attract the attention of numerous female cultivators. Watching those cultivators rushing in, John could only scoff in disdain. These guys are so hasty. Although the trial tower isn’t life- threatening, they might still get hurt! If one were to be seriously injured and unable to continue cultivating, that would be a fate worse than death.
John then glanced at Killian, hoping the latter would pass the test first. That way, John’s identity could remain concealed.
Suddenly, the few cultivators who had just rushed in were all shockingly hurled out. One by one, these individuals collapsed onto the ground, wailing in agony.
“Damn! What kind of test is this? It’s utterly insane
“Didn’t they say my life wouldn’t be in danger? I nearly died in there!”
“My leg is broken. How was I supposed to continue cultivating?”
“A bunch of liars! Lunarius Palace is filled with a bunch of liars!” The cultivators who were flung out were all screaming in pain and cursing at Lunarius Palace.
At that moment, the numerous cultivators who were eager to get into action were all left dumbfounded. Many people began to feel nervous. They had only mustered the courage to participate after hearing Yvonne’s assurance that there was no threat to their lives. If they were to escape death only to be gravely injured, unable to continue their cultivation, it would be a fate worse than death itself.
“Hmph! What a bunch of cowards!” Upon realizing that no one dared to step forward, Killian let out a cold huff. With an air of confidence and nonchalance, he strode into the trial tower.
Seeing that, some of the other cultivators gritted their teeth and followed suit, while others decided to bow out.
John was meticulously calculating the time, anticipating the moment when Killian was about to pass the test. That was when he would make his move. Yvonne saw that John was hesitant to proceed, and immediately, her face twisted into a smirk.
“If you’re too scared to go in, just turn back. I’ve told you before that even though you luckily made it through the illusion array, you won’t be able to pass this trial tower!”
John gazed at Yvonne, yet he remained silent. After a brief pause, he stepped into the trial tower. As soon as he stepped into the trial tower, John discovered a drastic shift in his surroundings. Astonishingly, he found himself in the midst of a boundless forest. The air was filled with the roars of various wild beasts all around.
“Is this even a test?” A smirk played at the corner of John’s mouth. He hadn’t expected the test at Lunarius Palace to be so easy. It was possible that every person who entered the trial tower experienced a different setting, and each of these settings held its own unique dangers.
John ventured forth into the seemingly endless forest. Occasionally, savage beasts would charge out, only to be effortlessly slain by John, wielding his Dragonslayer Sword. Although John was only a Third Level Tribulator, he was fearless, even when faced with a Seventh Level Tribulator. John effortlessly made his way, slaying fierce beasts along his journey, until he finally arrived before the gemstone that radiated a green glow.
At that moment, all John had to do was touch the gemstone, infusing it with his own aura, and he would be transported out of the trial tower, thereby successfully passing the test. Just as John was preparing to approach the gem by emanating his aura from his body, his expression suddenly tightened.
“Who’s there? Come out now…” John made a surprising discovery. Someone was actually hiding not too far away.
John was somewhat taken aback. He couldn’t comprehend why the other party chose to hide, let alone spy on him surreptitiously. “I didn’t expect it to be you. Even though you’ve changed your appearance, your aura remains unaltered.”
Killian emerged from his hiding spot, and a few individuals trailed behind him. It was clear that these individuals had also entered this scene from the trial tower and were walking alongside Killian. After all, it was only Killian who had the strongest capability there.
Upon seeing Killian appear, John immediately furrowed his brows. “Were you waiting for me all this time?” He hadn’t expected that Killian, surprisingly, hadn’t left the trial tower. Instead, he was waiting for John.
With a cold laugh, Killian said, “I felt a sense of familiarity when I saw you, but I couldn’t quite place it. Now, recognizing your distinctive aura, I finally know who you are. Surprisingly, you have the audacity to come to Lunarius Palace!”
“Why wouldn’t I dare? You revealed my whereabouts to others, intending to use them to get rid of me. Unfortunately for you, the people you found were too lousy. They couldn’t possibly harm me! Since you’ve already discovered my true identity, I can’t let you off the hook!” A murderous intent was surging in John’s eyes.
Surprisingly, Killian wasn’t the least bit intimidated by John. “John, don’t forget that this is Lunarius Palace. Do you dare to make a move here? Aren’t you afraid of Lunarius Palace?” That place was Lunarius Palace, where his aunt stood as an elder. Killian held considerable influence within Lunarius Palace, so naturally, he had no reason to fear John.
As long as John dared to make a move, he would immediately leave the trial tower. By then, he could have the people of Lunarius Palace surround John. At that moment, a cultivator was standing behind Killian. His eyes lit up with excitement when he heard John’s name.
Eagerly, he asked, “John? Could this be the very person whom Demon Seal Alliance has offered rewards to eradicate?”
Pointing at John, Killian said, “Yes. It’s him. Whoever among you can kill him will receive a century’s worth of tribute from Demon Seal Alliance.” The eyes of those cultivators lit up instantly when they heard that. It was as if they had just seen a beautiful woman.
“Haha! I’ve struck gold. With a century’s worth of offerings from Demon Seal Alliance, who needs a damn trip to the polar region?”
“Wow! What a stroke of luck!”
“Don’t any of you snatch to kill him!” Those few cultivators thought they had struck gold and eagerly rushed toward John. Gazing at the approaching cultivators, John maintained a serene expression. In his eyes, those fellows were already as good as dead! The moment they harbored intentions to kill him, they were already dead.
Killian simply watched everything unfold with a cold, scornful laugh, gradually moving closer to the gemstone. He knew those people stood no chance against John. He did that on purpose, with the sole intention of provoking John into killing those people. When the time came for him to emerge from the trial tower, he would be able to pin the blame on John. Lunarius Palace wouldn’t just stand by and do nothing.
John had long since discerned Killian’s intentions. However, he couldn’t possibly let Killian leave alive. If his identity were to be exposed, it would spell trouble. With a flick of his wrist, John suddenly held a bow and arrow in his hand. Needless to say, he was holding Divine Bow. Incredibly, John had actually taken out Divine Bow. The aim was to kill everyone there. Once those people died, no one would be aware of his identity, let alone the fact that he possessed Divine Bow.
Several cultivators were taken aback when they suddenly saw John suddenly whip out Divine Bow. But while they were caught off guard, John had already seized the bowstring, gradually pulling it to its full extent. The marked aura continuously consolidated, eventually forming several arrows.
Whoosh! The moment John let go, the arrows instantly flew toward those cultivators. Before the cultivators had any chance to react, their bodies were pierced by arrows. The moment the arrows pierced through, several cultivators astonishingly began to fade. Eventually, they vanished into thin air, leaving not even a trace of their bodies behind
Watching the horrifying scene unfold, Killian, who had just been scoffing moments ago, was completely dumbfounded. He had no idea that John had such a formidable weapon. Surprisingly, Killian didn’t recognize Divine Bow. Killian swiftly turned around, heading straight for the gemstone. He was determined to leave that trial tower as soon as possible.
Meanwhile, John drew his bow once again, as an arrow radiating a chilling aura materialized. John gently released his grip, and the arrow flew toward Killian like a shooting star. In the blink of an eye, the arrow had pierced through the void, arriving in front of Killian.
J-Just who on earth is this guy? Killian was taken aback, utterly bewildered. He couldn’t comprehend what kind of aristocrat John was, and how he could possess such a formidable weapon. Feeling the relentless approach of death, Killian was filled with regret. He regretted provoking John. I should have just left the trial tower! However, it was too late for regrets. All Killian could do was continuously unleash waves of spiritual energy, subsequently creating various barriers in front of him. In the end, it was a wall of fire, and shields appeared before Killian. Regrettably, the weapon in John’s hand was not ordinary. It was Divine Bow. The shields, in the face of Divine Bow, were as fragile as discarded paper.
Thud! Thud! Thud! Truth Will The arrow whizzed through several shields in a row, finally shattering the firewall in an instant. Killian’s heart pounded with terror. Left with no choice, he bit down hard on his tongue, spitting out a mouthful of blood essence.
In an instant, his blood essence froze, and then, just as the arrow was about to strike, a violent explosion occurred. The aura of terror surged like a flood, wildly spreading in all directions. Indeed, it was this aura that brought the arrow’s flight to a halt. However, the aura emanating from Killian was visibly diminishing at a rapid pace.
In a desperate bid to survive, Killian utilized all his blood essence within himself. Although he managed to stay alive, he had no chance of advancing further. His strength was likely to decline. With a menacing glare, Killian shot John a look, then swiftly moved forward to seize the gemstone that shimmered with a green glow.
As a surge of aura flowed into the gemstone, Killian’s form started to fade. Ultimately, he was transported away. Seeing that, John quickly stowed away his Divine Bow and hurriedly pursued. He didn’t anticipate that even with Divine Bow in his hands, Killian managed to escape. He was determined to kill Killian. The moment John touched the gemstone, his body was instantly transported away.
Yvonne, accompanied by numerous female cultivators from Lunarius Palace, was waiting for those who would pass the test. People were occasionally teleported out of the trial tower, but to Yvonne’s surprise, Killian never appeared. After all, that guy was the most capable.
Logically speaking, passing the test was supposed to be a breeze for him. However, quite a few people had already passed the test, but there was still no sign of Killian.
Yvonne couldn’t help but feel a bit anxious. After all, Killian was Selma Miller’s nephew, and Selma was an elder. If anything were to go wrong in the trial tower, Yvonne knew she would suffer the consequences.
At the same time, Yvonne was observing John’s silhouette. He’s only a Third Level Tribulator. Passing the test is supposed to be quite challenging for him! However, John was neither eliminated nor did he pass, which left Yvonne utterly baffled. At that very moment, a shadow abruptly surged from the top of the trial tower before swiftly plummeting toward the ground. “Help! Save me!” Killian roared and charged straight toward Yvonne.
At the same time, John was right on his tail, relentlessly pursuing him with Dragonslayer Sword in his hand.
Yvonne was taken aback. When she gazed at the fallen Killian, her face was filled with bewilderment.
Upon seeing Killian, it was clear that he looked terribly ill, his energy seemingly depleted, as if he had suffered a severe injury.
Meanwhile, John was gripping Dragonslayer Sword, his gaze fixed harshly on Killian. Yvonne, along with the other cultivators, were taken aback. How could it be that a Seventh- Level Tribulator is left in such a sorry state, pursued relentlessly by a mere ThirdLevel Tribulator?
“Ms. Baron, this guy killed people inside the trial tower, and he’s after me next. You need to stop him quickly…” Killian asked Yvonne to stop John. However, Killian did not reveal John’s true identity to Yvonne because he had his own plans. He planned to reveal John’s identity to his aunt, Selma.
Once John was killed, the hundred- year-old offerings of Demon Seal Alliance could be completely taken over by the Miller family. At this moment, Yvonne wore a bewildered expression as she questioned John, “W-What’s going on here? Why did you have to kill people?”
John pointed at Yvonne, saying assertively, “I don’t want to hurt any of you, so please step aside. He must meet his end today!” John would never let Killian get away with revealing his whereabouts and attempting to have him killed. To make matters worse, Killian had discovered his true identity.
“How audacious! This is Lunarius Palace. How dare you…” Before Yvonne could even finish her sentence, an intimidating aura unexpectedly erupted from John. Yvonne paused, staring at John in disbelief.
“Is this an aura that a Third Level Tribulator can emit?” Yvonne was utterly bewildered. Upon seeing the situation, Killian realized that Yvonne couldn’t save him. So, he took a leap of faith, heading toward the inner court of Lunarius Palace. All he needed was to find his aunt.
We actually cant do anything. Plus you can insult other member to test. Start with 
