When Xiao Feng stepped forward, four other figures slowly stood up from the seats of the four other great clans. In an instant, the eyes of the people in hall gathered on the five of them.
The candidates whom the Dan and Cao clan were Cao Xiu and Dan Xuan. The Bai clan was represented by the most outstanding person among the clan's younger generation, who was the man called Bai Ying. The Qui clan's candidate was a small man. Although Xiao Feng did not know who he was, it was likely that this person was not ordinary since he was capable enough to be sent out by the Qiu clan.
Elder Cheng in the arena slowly swept his eyes over the five people. After which, his eyes paused on Xiao Feng. This elder had been friendly with the Ye clan in the past. However, due to the decline of the Ye clan over the years, the Ye clan seldom came to Holy Pill City. Hence, their relationship had become a lot paler. Nevertheless, Elder Cheng felt some pity for the Ye clan's predicament. He had once helped put in some good words. This had enabled the Ye clan gain its final chance of survival today.
"The candidates representing the various clans, please step into the arena…"
Xiao Feng and the rest slowly walked down in front of the eyes of the entire hall upon hearing Elder Cheng's faint words. After which, they stood in the arena some distance apart while carrying some caution.
"Dan Xuan from the Dan clan greets Elder Cheng." Dan Xuan stood straight as he cupped his hands to Elder Cheng and respectfully greeted him.
"Cao Xiu from the Cao clan…"
"Bai Ying from the Bai clan…"
"Qiu Qi from the Qiu clan…"
Cao Xiu and the others cupped their hands together and greeted the elder after Dan Xuan did. This Elder Cheng was one of the eight great Elders of the Pill Tower. Their positions were far from what some ordinary Elders could compare with. Even the five great clans treated him with respect.
"Xiao Feng, the representative from the Ye clan.…" Xiao Feng's introduction was short and rude. He didn't say a words more.
Even though it sound a bit impolite but you guys tell me, will you be polite when you talk to an ant or someone too weak to even get into your eyes, will you pay attention to them. Just like the CEO of worlds top company doesn't pay attention to a begger on roadside, a strong man beyond description doesn't pay attention someone too weak either.
Xiao Feng is like this now. Even though his nature has remained the same and he is still him but getting such huge strength has made his vison improve too much, so except for the otaku self, which remained the same, everything else has undergone subtle changes.
Xiao Feng's rude words suprised everyone but feeling the string aura from Xiao Feng all of them shut up. Even Elder Cheng who wanted to say something couldn't say anything.
Feeling the depressing atmosphere, Elder Cheng coughed and said,
"Cough! Cough!"
"Since there is no problem, let the test today begin…"
After speaking, Elder Cheng slowly stepped back. An item covered by a black cloth was behind him. He extended his hand and pulled off the black cloth, revealing a stone tablet that was around ten feet tall. Actually, it was not accurate to describe it as a stone tablet because this stone tablet was transparent, giving it a crystal-like appearance…
"Our test is divided into three sections. This first section is soul testing…"
"It is common knowledge that the spirit is the most important foundation of an alchemist. Only with a powerful soul will one possess sufficient Spiritual Perception and Spiritual Control…" Elder Cheng pointed to the middle of the stone tablet. There was a circular smooth plate there. He said, "Each of you will insert your Spiritual Strength into this plate. It will test the value of your spirit. This value is called a Soul Value by the Pill Tower…"
"As long as one's Soul Value reaches above 400, one will have passed the test. The highest record during the Soul Value test of the five great clans examination is held by Cao Ying. Back then, her Soul Value had reached 976. No one has broken it until now…"
Eder Cheng's eyes turned to the leader's seat of the Cao clan when he spoke until this point. A black-dressed Cao Ying was supporting her cheek with one hand at that spot. Her other hand was playing with a round jade bead. Her casual and unconcerned manner did not change just because she had become the focus of the surrounding gazes.
"Ha ha, since all of you know the rules, let's begin. Who will go first?" Elder Cheng asked with a light smile. Even though he had a smile on his face his hands were clenched, one could easily tell that he was having hard time calming down.
After this everything went along like the original. Xiao Feng wasn't intrested in testing first, so rest of them test first.
The one from Qui clan got 707 just like original while Bai Ying, Cao Xiu and Dan Xuan got 785, 846, 903.
The trajectory of history didn't change the slightest compared to the original.
Towards the soul strength of these people, Xiao Feng didn't pay much attention. After all, they who haven't even reached Spirit Grade couldn't let him notice them.
At this time it was Xiao Feng's turn to test his soul power value.
Cao Ying's enchanting, pretty eyes stared at Xiao Feng with great interest. She really wanted to know whether this fellow was really a strong alchemist or just some strong fighter.
Xio Feng was quite calm, under the focus of all the eyes present, he took a step forwards and appeard in front of the stone tablet. After which, his hand gently pressed against the stone tablet!
When Xiao Feng pressed his palm, there was no earth shattering soul power storm or anything, it was quite calm. The reason for this wasn't just Xiao Feng's perfect control over his power. If he releases his Half-a-step Domination stage soul power then most people here would definitely not be able to bear it and they will die. Thus, Xiao Feng naturally wouldn't release his power fully.
But even if he didn't release his power fully, it was enough for this test.
The moment Xiao Feng pressed his palm, the number on the tablet started going up at very fast speed.
In just few moments the value crossed 100 then 200, then 300, quickly it reached 900, then 1000, then 1500, as it went forward the speed of numbers changing became even faster.
In just another few breaths, the number reached 5,000.
Everyone present was shocked at how fast and how high the value of Xiao Feng's soul power had reached.
Elder Cheng was stunned, he has never seen such high soul power value. He looked at still rising number and didn't know how to speak.
Cao Ying on the side was also stunned. She never thought that Xiao Feng whom she always thought of as a fighter would be so strong in terms of soul. Such high level of soul power was enough to make a Eighth Grade Pill.
At this time Cao Ying also understood, whom Dan Chen was talking about. If this fellow could really control his soul power and do Alchemy, then she was destined to lose because her soul power isn't as strong as other party, so she simply cannot make pill at the same level as him which means in comparison of Pills, she would lose.
Looking at the value which has reached 8000, the whole place was quite. No one expected Xiao Feng's soul power to be so huge.
Even Ye Zong gasped in amazement. Although he knew that Xiao Feng was powerful. He had also seen his Alchemist Badge but he was still shocked at how high Xiao Feng's soul power value has reached.
Xin Lan on the sighed was full of pride. She was happy that Xiao Feng had such strength.
Looking at the the number on the tablet, Xiao Feng felt it was just right. Although he can burst this tablet with his soul power and the soul power he just injected wasn't even 1% but this much was enough for Dan meeting. Xiao Feng didn't think that he needed to show his real strength.
Finally the number on tablet stopped at 9000.
Looking at the number which ten times that of Cao Ying in past, everyone was stuuned. They weren't able to react until, Elder Cheng spoke,
"Ahem..."
"I shall anounce the result."
"Xiao Feng the representative of Ye Clan has the soul power value of 9000."
"In this soul power test Xiao Feng is first, Dan Xuan is second, Cao Xiu is third....."
With Elder Cheng announcing the result, everyone came back to there senses.
At this time, the eyes of everyone towards Ye Clan had changed. They no longer had any contempt in their eyes instead many people looked at Ye Zong and Xin Lan with pleasing look.
Now that they have seen the power of Xiao Feng, most of them are certain that he is destined to win the Dan meeting. Thus means that Ye family is going to rise again and this time they will definitely be stronger than before. Thus, they naturally want to please Ye Zong and Xin Lan, so that they can also share benefits with Ye Clan in future.
Many people came near Ye Zong and Xin Lan. They wanted to gain Ye Clans favour or have relationship with Ye Clan. Thus, they tried to please Ye Zong and Xin Lan.
Looking at change in everyone's eyes, Ye Zong who understood the reason wasn't suprised. He knew that the reason for such change was Xiao Feng. If he didn't have such strong strength then they were destined to be trampled. Ye Zong understood the fickle nature of humans, thus, he didn't accept anyone's favour and maintained cold attitude towards all the eyes looking at him.
Xin Lan was also smart girl. She quickly figured out the reason for such change, so she also didn't respond to anyone who was trying to please her.