The Ultimate of All Ages Novels - Chapter 0017
Chapter 17: Ultimate of All Ages – The Evaluation Test
The annual evaluation test at Jialan Academy was finally here.
This was the moment that determined whether a student advanced to the next level or was expelled.
For most students, the test was nerve-wracking.
For Li Yunxiao?
It was nothing more than a formality.
The Testing Grounds – The Crowd Gathers
The entire academy had gathered around the Grand Martial Arena, eager to watch.
Students, instructors, and even some noble spectators were present.
Why?
Because today, Li Yunxiao was being tested.
The very same “trash” that had somehow defeated Lan Fei and humiliated Blue Fei.
And more importantly…
The one who had accepted Blue Xuan’s duel.
“I want to see if this guy is really that strong!”
“If he fails today, his match with Blue Xuan won’t even happen!”
“Yeah, he still needs to pass this test first!”
Tension ran through the air as Instructor Wang Feng’s absence was still fresh in everyone’s mind.
Now, the chief examiner was none other than Luo Yunshang.
Standing at the center of the arena, her sharp gaze swept over the students.
“Let’s begin.”
The Test Begins
Students stepped forward one by one, demonstrating their combat abilities and meridian progress.
Some performed decently, earning nods from the instructors.
Others failed spectacularly, facing immediate expulsion.
But soon, everyone’s attention shifted to one person.
Li Yunxiao.
As he stepped forward, whispers rippled through the crowd.
“Here we go!”
“Let’s see what this so-called ‘genius’ can do!”
Luo Yunshang’s gaze locked onto him.
“Li Yunxiao,” she called out, her voice even. “Step forward.”
The Test – Strength Evaluation
The first part of the test was strength measurement.
A massive stone pillar stood at the center of the arena.
The goal? Strike it with full power.
A student needed at least 1000 jin (500 kg) of force to pass.
A true Martial Apprentice could hit around 1500 jin.
Martial Warriors? 2000 jin.
Luo Yunshang crossed her arms.
“Begin.”
Li Yunxiao cracked his knuckles, his golden eyes flashing with amusement.
Then—
BOOM!
His fist slammed into the pillar, sending a massive shockwave through the air.
The ground shook violently.
The measuring device lit up instantly.
2,800 jin!
The crowd exploded into chaos.
“WHAT?!”
“That’s stronger than a Martial Warrior!”
Luo Yunshang’s eyes widened slightly.
Even she hadn’t expected this much power.
But Li Yunxiao?
He merely cracked his neck, as if he hadn’t even used his full strength.
“Next?” he asked lazily.
The Test – Meridian Awakening
The second part of the test was Meridian Awakening.
Students had to channel their inner energy, revealing their active meridians.
Most students could open one or two meridians.
The elite ones? Four or five.
Luo Yunshang narrowed her eyes.
“Show us your meridians,” she ordered.
The audience held their breath.
Would Li Yunxiao actually have any meridians open?
Would he be exposed as a fraud?
Then—
SHOOM!
A burst of multi-colored light erupted from Li Yunxiao’s body.
One.
Two.
Three.
Four.
Five.
Six.
Seven Meridian Gates—fully open!
BOOM!
The sheer power surged through the arena, sending students staggering backward.
Even Luo Yunshang couldn’t hide her shock.
A seven-gate awakening…
That was only one step away from entering the One-Origin Realm!
“This… This is impossible!”
“Seven meridians… but he was supposed to be crippled!”
Even the instructors exchanged stunned glances.
Luo Yunshang quickly composed herself, though a hint of undeniable pride flickered in her eyes.
He actually did it.
“Li Yunxiao,” she said slowly, her voice steady. “You pass.”
The crowd erupted into chaos.
“HE DID IT?!”
“HE’S EVEN STRONGER THAN WE THOUGHT!”
“NO WAY!”
As the noise surged, Li Yunxiao simply grinned.
“That’s it?” he teased. “I thought this was supposed to be difficult.”
Luo Yunshang’s eye twitched.
This arrogant little—!
Still, she sighed. “The final test is combat. Are you ready?”
Li Yunxiao smirked.
“Always.”
The Test – Combat Trial
For this part, students had to battle an opponent.
Luo Yunshang scanned the crowd.
“Who wants to challenge Li Yunxiao?”
Silence.
Not a single student dared to step forward.
After what they just saw, who in their right mind would volunteer to fight him?
Then—
A voice cut through the silence.
“I will.”
A figure stepped forward, his white robes fluttering in the wind.
The crowd gasped in unison.
“IT’S BLUE XUAN!”
Luo Yunshang frowned deeply.
“Blue Xuan… This is just a test, not a duel.”
But Blue Xuan simply smiled, his gaze never leaving Li Yunxiao.
“It’s fine, Instructor Luo. I’ll go easy on him.”
Li Yunxiao laughed softly.
“Go easy on me?”
He cracked his knuckles, his golden eyes glowing with excitement.
“Well then,” he said, stepping forward.
“I’d like to see you try.”
End of Chapter 17
Next: The Battle Begins—Li Yunxiao vs. Blue Xuan!