As the prompt from the Shen Yan AI sounded, the scenery before Su Fu’s eyes changed in an instant.
The white light dissipated, revealing the Shen Yan assessment space.
The dazzling golden data streams still poured down from the sky, making everything seem like a dream.
However, this time the data streams seemed to be clearly divided into two distinct sides, left and right.
They intertwined, sometimes intersecting and sometimes separating, eventually converging into a golden ocean.
Su Fu blinked.
Something wasn’t quite right.
In her memory, the data streams should have been…straight up and down.
[The Shen Yan assessment space is being constructed…]
[Space stability: 99.9%]
[Divine force field strength: normal]
[Assessment system initialization complete]
“Hello, candidate. Welcome to the [Divine Academy] 4050-4051 academic year Lingxiao Province final assessment space.”
“Affiliated branch: C-level Outer Ring Star Cluster – North Star Cluster Zone – Lingxiao Province – Starlight Seventh High School Department”
[Candidate information confirmation]
[Name: Su Fu]
[Affiliation: Kunlun Academy]
[Student ID: F01]
[Assessment subject: C+ level comprehensive practical assessment (final)]
[Assessment parameters generated]
[Difficulty rating: C+ level]
[Survival expectancy: 55%]
[Pass rate: 50%]
Then, eight more dazzling light columns appeared before her eyes, their brightness far exceeding that of any previous assessment.
They were even arranged in a circle, slowly rotating around the center.
Su Fu touched her chin and said, as expected,
“It’s a C+ level exam, isn’t it?”
It seemed that Teacher Zhou Nanyuan had been right.
The difficulty of this exam had indeed increased.
In previous years, the final exam for District Twelve had been a C-level exam.
Why had it suddenly become a C+ this year?
It wasn’t just a simple addition of a plus sign; it was a whole minor level higher!
However, a more challenging exam also meant more substantial rewards.
Moreover, looking at the brightness of these eight light columns, they seemed to have increased by more than one level.
Did this mean that the C+ exam allocated more divine power?
Or…
“Please choose your [Faith Pantheon] for this session,” the voice of Shen Yan interrupted her thoughts.
Su Fu gazed at the relatively dimmer light column and whispered, “The Chinese Pantheon.”
The familiar warning sounded again: “Warning: The faith value of this pantheon is extremely low, with a historical pass rate of 0.1%. Please confirm with caution!”
Su Fu didn’t rush to confirm.
She stared at the 0.1 number, realizing that her previous exam had indeed raised the pass rate, but only by an insignificant amount, as it still showed 0.1% this time.
[Ding!]
[We recommend the current most suitable Heavenly Pantheon for you: Current faith value: 85.6%, historical pass rate: 98.9%, popular deities: Michael, Raphael, Gabriel…]
Su Fu absentmindedly continued to wait for Shen Yan AI to proceed with the advertisement.
The light column representing the Heavenly Pantheon blossomed with brilliant holy light, and an angel clad in silver-white armor appeared.
With six wings spread, holding a flaming holy sword, and surrounded by pure divine power, the archangel Michael was quite impressive!
As the strongest warrior of the Heavenly Pantheon, Michael was renowned as the “Sword of God.”
It was said that he had once struck down the fallen angel Lucifer from the heavenly realm with a single sword strike during the War in Heaven.
That sword, burning with holy flames, condensed pure judgmental power, capable of purifying all evil.
The six pairs of white wings behind him also contained powerful divine protective power.
In short, he was both offensive and defensive, and came with top-tier purification abilities.
Such a high-level combat angel had a fatal counter-effect against any evil spirits, commonly known as a “natural counter.”
No wonder the Heavenly Pantheon was so eager to promote Michael.
It had to be said that Michael’s statue was quite handsome.
This advertisement…was indeed somewhat persuasive.
However, this pantheon was also known for its high standards.
One needed high talent, good moral character, and a spirit of selfless dedication.
Moreover, they had this Saint Son and Saint Daughter system.
But in return, behind the high-standard admission system, there were extremely rich cultivation resources, especially the world-famous three holy lands: the Garden of Eden, Heaven, and the Book of Revelation.
If she had the chance, she really wanted to see them.
But for now…
“I confirm my choice of the Chinese Pantheon.”
[Candidate Su Fu, Kunlun Academy, Student ID F01, has confirmed the choice of the Chinese Pantheon]
[Exam loading…]
[Exam loading complete]
[Your exam for this session is: The Ruins of the Heavenly Prison – Warden. Randomly selecting from the Chinese Pantheon deity pool…]
Su Fu was stunned.
Heavenly Prison?
Wait, could this be an abbreviation?
The Heavenly Court Prison…?
The legendary prison specifically for detaining major criminals of the heavenly realm?
No way, could it be that the exam site this time is the Heavenly Court!
The Ruins of the Heavenly Prison, although only ruins, if it is indeed a site of the Heavenly Court…
Su Fu’s eyes suddenly brightened.
If it’s a Heavenly Court scenario, she already had a deity in mind to summon.
As everyone knows, the Heavenly Court is the abode of the gods, the place where the Jade Emperor rules over the three realms.
It is the pinnacle of power in Chinese mythology, with countless deities and numerous heavenly soldiers and generals.
But when it comes to the most famous figures of the Heavenly Court, it has to be the three major rebels!
Su Fu’s heart couldn’t help but race.
How about… giving it a try?
At this very moment, in the examination room.
In front of the huge circular control console, a giant projection screen floated, displaying images of different candidates.
Zhou Nanyuan stood in front of the main control console, his gaze fixed on the central projection.
“The Ruins of the Heavenly Prison: Warden?”
It was indeed a C+ level exam…
He subconsciously looked towards President Zhang, who was standing on the high platform with his back to everyone, seemingly doing something.
On the other high platform was Dean Shen Deyong, who was intently watching the projection, as if contemplating something.
“Damn, it’s really true!” Wei Qingyang, standing next to Zhou Nanyuan, whispered, “District Twelve actually has a C+ exam this time? President Zhang really made it happen!”
“But is this really a Heavenly Court series exam? The style seems a bit off.”
“In the past, the environments of the Heavenly Court scenarios were very friendly. For example, the Lingxiao Hall scenario was like a sightseeing tour, with jade buildings and golden tiles. There were a few heavenly soldiers and generals patrolling, but it was just for show.”
“And during the Heavenly River exam, the scenario was incredibly beautiful, full of fairy-like charm, and you could even see handsome and beautiful male and female star officials.”
“But this time, the Heavenly Prison?”
Isn’t that a prison!
“The map of the Heavenly Court is vast,” Zhou Nanyuan slowly said,
“There are jade palaces, but there are also prisons. Judging by the name, the Heavenly Prison probably detains those with grave sins?”
“Probably,” Wei Qingyang nodded, “Perhaps even the most dangerous criminals.”
“This is going to be tough. This must be the darkest place in the Heavenly Court, right?”
“Is this really the difficulty of a C+ level exam?”
“Now, although it’s only ruins…”
It’s still the prison of the Heavenly Court, a place that has detained countless terrifying beings.
“Wait, hiss – – didn’t you guys notice something odd about the name?”
“Warden?”
As everyone knows, the name of an exam is divided into two parts.
The first half represents the terrain or map of the exam, while the second half represents the abnormal form.
Ah!
For example, the Mountain and Sea Microcosm – Corrupted Strange Crows.
The Mountain and Sea Microcosm is the terrain, and Corrupted Strange Crows is the abnormal form.
But this time, the exam is The Ruins of the Heavenly Prison – Warden.
The Ruins of the Heavenly Prison refers to the exam map, which is easy to understand.
But Warden… does this refer to the abnormal form of this exam?!
“Isn’t that normal?” Wei Qingyang interjected, “Isn’t the Warden just the guard of the prisoners? It makes sense in a prison scenario.”
“But that’s exactly the problem,”
“The Warden shouldn’t be the abnormal form at all. It should be a positive role. In fact, it should be the identity of the candidate.”
Someone realized and their voice changed: “If the Warden is the abnormal form this time, then who are the prisoners?”
As soon as these words were spoken, the entire examination room fell silent.
Damn!
We almost overlooked the obvious!
If the Warden is the abnormal form, then who are the prisoners?
Besides the candidates, who else is in the exam?
“This… this can’t be, right?” Wei Qingyang’s voice was trembling, “The candidates are… prisoners?”
This is the only possibility.
The initial identity of the candidates entering the exam might very well be that of prisoners!
If that’s the case, then the difficulty of this assessment is just too insane.
Not only do they have to face the already abnormal Warden, but they also have to escape from the heavenly prison?
After all, that is the most tightly secured prison of the Heavenly Court, built to prevent prisoners from escaping!
A C+ level exam?
Seriously?
It’s like a catastrophic beginning!
The candidates are prisoners, and the Warden is the abnormal form.
How is this supposed to work?
The most critical issue is that the abnormal form of the Warden is definitely not easy to deal with.
Because the Warden is the jailer of the Heavenly Court.
Since they are the guards suppressing major criminals, their strength naturally won’t be weak.
Otherwise, how could they suppress major criminals?
This means that the abnormal form will be quite powerful and has the advantage of identity.
Wei Qingyang reminded everyone, “Moreover, the abnormal form of a C+ level exam already has a considerable level of intelligence.”
Everyone sighed, “The candidates are really in for a tough time now!”
“Even among C+ level exams, this is high difficulty…” someone muttered quietly.
Many people glanced at President Zhang’s back on the high platform.
He was the one who personally increased the difficulty of the exam, raising it from a C level to a C+.
No one knew what he was thinking now.
If not a single candidate passes, that would be a major disaster.
Everyone exchanged meaningful glances.
This is the provincial final, which concerns the future of countless candidates.
If everyone fails due to the exam being too difficult…
Then Dean Shen would be the biggest winner!
Direct Win!
“However, it might not be that bad,” someone said.
“The rule field has already been loaded. Unless the candidates are determined to fail, it’s very hard to die under the protection of the field.”
“True,” Wei Qingyang chimed in. “As long as they adapt to the environment…”
He stopped mid-sentence.
The Ruins of the Heavenly Prison?
That’s the most dangerous place in the Heavenly Court.
How could anyone adapt to that?
“Alright,” he said awkwardly. “Then there’s an environment they can never adapt to.”
Everyone tacitly changed the subject: “But there are candidates who excel in this kind of environment.”
“Pi Chu Xi from School Six, with the main god Odin, has a natural advantage in this kind of Heavenly Court map,” someone said.
“Indeed, the ruler of the gods,” someone else agreed. “But Lin Mingxi from School Seven isn’t bad either. The Feathered Serpent God’s prophetic abilities are…”
“Speaking of which, what about Su Fu from the Chinese Pantheon?” someone asked.
“It seems like every deity she summons is perfectly suited to counter the exam,” another person replied.
All eyes turned to Su Fu’s exam screen.
They were all curious about which deity she would summon this time.
They hadn’t forgotten the phoenix that rose from the sea of fire during the preliminary round.
The shock and beauty of that moment were unforgettable.
——
“Randomly selecting from the [Chinese Pantheon] deity pool…”
Su Fu had already activated the blessing buff from Laozi, the Blue Spirit Summoning Array.
Blue spiritual patterns slowly emerged from beneath her feet, rippling like ripples under the moonlight, and eventually condensed into a mystical formation around her.
“Where the heart wishes, the summoning shall be fulfilled. The resonance of fate brings them together,” she whispered.
“So——”
She closed her eyes and fervently chanted in her mind:
“Great Sage! Please come!”
“Prince Nezha! You must appear!”
“Marshal Erlang! Help! We really need you this time!”
The Blue Spirit Summoning Array under her feet grew brighter with her prayers, the blue-green light flowing like water through the array patterns.
“Laozi, bless me…”
The golden data streams in the void suddenly surged violently, churning like boiling water.
[Ding!]
[Matching complete in the Chinese Pantheon deity pool]
Here it comes!
Su Fu opened her eyes and looked ahead.
Three brilliant divine light columns shot up into the sky, rotating and intertwining until they converged into three vague figures in front of Su Fu.
[The result of this random selection: “The Great Uproar in the Heavenly Palace”]
Whoa!