223 Weathering Three Main Life Events! (1/2)

The collapse of the green boulder sent everyone gasping in shock instantly. Even though they had seen the power Wang Baole and Kong Dao had displayed during their fight, the Federation seedlings were still taken aback.

After all, Kong Dao's strike had only resulted in cracks spreading throughout a large portion of the stone's surface. Wang Baole, however, had shattered it with a single punch!

”He's a freak…”

”I'm so glad he had been confirmed as a seedling. If he had participated in the selection round, and we'd been unlucky enough to come across him…”

”That's weird, aren't you all concerned whether this guy will have to pay for the assessment stone after shattering it?”

Wang Baole had originally been pleased with himself. However, as the other seedlings fell into a fierce discussion, and he heard someone's curious question about compensation, his eyes widened abruptly. Then, he remembered his Silver Spirit Card with limitless credit and calmed down immediately.

Even though I, Wang Baole, come from a poor family, but as an Armament Soldier from the Dharmic Armament Pavilion, I'll honor the demand for compensation if it comes to that. I'll work hard and eat less. I'll be able to save up something! Wang Baole suddenly felt righteousness surging through his person. He couldn't help himself from reaching into his pocket and patting the Silver Spirit Card inside, making sure he hadn't lost it…

The surrounding Federation officials were all roused by Wang Baole's single punch, and waves of emotions stirred in their hearts.

”This Green Assessment Stone can withstand the power of anyone below the Foundation Establishment realm. Even if it's someone at the early levels of the Foundation Establishment, it would still be able to hold up with some difficulty. But now, it's been shattered by a single punch from Wang Baole!”

”I didn't look too closely before, but this little fatty is obviously… at the Physical Foundation Establishment stage! Even Kong Dao didn't manage to shatter the stone, but he managed to do it!”

As they engaged in hushed discussions, Duan Muque smiled faintly. It was clear he had already known. His eyes fell on Wang Baole and Kong Dao and were alight with hope.

Kong Dao's pupils contracted abruptly. He remained silent as he stared at Wang Baole. The earlier feelings of provocation had morphed into an intense battle intent, though he managed to conceal it.

Wang Baole observed the crowd as they gasped in shock. Pleased and relaxed, he cupped his fists towards Duan Muque and the officials, bowed, then stepped back smugly.

A new assessment stone was quickly brought out by the military. It didn't take long before everyone concluded their trials, and the week of cultivation came to an end.

All the observers remembered Wang Baole's face because of the trial. It was the same for Kong Dao. As for the remaining Federation seedlings, despite their ordinary performances for the physical assessment, the spells and techniques that they possessed and hadn't displayed would rival the physical prowess of both Wang Baole and Kong Dao—to a certain extent.

Zhao Yameng's ultimate move, for example. Once unleashed, even Wang Baole would have a headache trying to counter it.

As such, it was difficult to identify precisely how weak or strong one was. However, there was no doubt that Wang Baole had become the focus of attention during the trial!

Duan Muque gazed at the young faces before him and stood up.

”It's your misfortune to be born in this era, because you'll have to face many unknown powers, numerous unimaginable threats, countless trials and tribulations… you might even come face to face with what is known as a god!

”But it is also your fortune and destiny to be born during this time. Because in this era, the Spirit Inception Era has just newly arrived. Your descendants will remember your names for many years in the future. You… may become a god in the eyes of future generations! Your journey will never stop… there is no end before you. Because the path you are walking is called the road of evolution, Dao-seeking, the journey towards immortality!

”That's why I like to call the Spirit Inception Era… the Era of Apotheosis!”

”The future is limitless. I, Duan Muque… am willing to walk this journey with you!” Duan Muque ended his speech, an unfathomable look in his eyes. He eyed every one of them, and every single one of them was inspired and galvanized.

His words were simple, but it was as if they had unrolled a scroll before everyone. On that scroll was painted the exciting and grand future… A fierce light shone within Wang Baole's eyes as well. The word ”Apotheosis” electrified his entire body, and he could hardly control his excitement.

Amidst the crowd's excited breaths, Duan Muque left with a smile on his face.

Following his departure, the Federation seedlings, after having undergone a memorable period of cultivation, separately boarded the cruisers headed for their political institutions or colleges…

The Federation seedings' examination and final trial had officially come to an end!