Chapter 3: Rising Phoenixes
“Don’t worry, I’ll definitely become a great cultivator in your place and get you an Ascension Pill, too.” Zi Xi said as he stepped forward toward the transparent talent orb.
Another hand landed on Li Lang’s shoulder and he couldn’t help but smile when he saw it was Zi Xiao Mei. His two childhood friends were there for him. His memories of them may be hazy, but there was no doubt they had always been there for him.
Zi Xi’s confident declaration had drawn the attention of everyone in earshot. Many were looking on in anticipation to see if the young boy could back up his words, while others wanted to see the disappointment on the arrogant brat’s face.
Zi Xi didn’t let the audience wait and strode straight toward the table where the orb and examiner were.
“May I?”
The examiner wordlessly nodded and gestured for Zi Xi to place his hand on the artifact.
The moment his hand made contact with the orb, light flashed out. It started from a dull red and brightened rapidly. Not even a second had passed before the light already changed to orange.
At the sight of the orange light, gasps could be heard all around Li Lang. He particularly took note of the people’s faces who were waiting for Zi Xi to fail, as he found their shock amusing and satisfying. The satisfaction was to the point where Li Lang had to question himself regarding his strong emotions.
Is this young body affecting my thinking? How intriguing.
Li Lang didn’t have time for introspection, as the scene didn’t end there. The orange light grew brighter and brighter until the color soon changed to a pale yellow.
“Grade three! Brother will definitely be able to get you and Dad the Ascension Pill given some time!”
Li Lang could feel Zi Xiao Mei’s hand tighten around his shoulder as she exclaimed excitedly.