Chapter 12: The LuRain Rock Examination
First up was Minjun, the merman prince with a reputation that preceded him.
He turned to Wu Xie, his eyes dancing with mischief, and said, "Watch closely, my friend. This is how legends are born."
As if he were about to perform a magic trick, Minjun placed his hands on the rock. The moment his skin made contact, the rock started shining brightly, like a lighthouse in the darkest night.
The intensity of the glow was such that everyone present could tell that Minjun was at the 'A-' rank.
All the principals, were watching him intently as he openly announced his desire to join the Lushan Academy, a statement that sent ripples through the crowd.
After Minjun, it was Dan's turn. As he placed his hand on the rock, it shone so brightly that it was hard to look directly at him. It was like staring into the sun, blinding and intense.
This glow was a clear indication that he too was at the 'A-' rank. Although the results were not officially announced yet, everyone knew that with such power, Dan had successfully secured his seat in the Abyssal Academy.
It was as if he had just hit a home run, the crowd erupting into cheers and applause.
The atmosphere was electric, filled with anticipation and excitement. The examination was proving to be a spectacle of power and determination.
Each candidate's turn was a revelation of their true potential, their inner strength manifesting as a radiant glow from the 'LuRain Rock'.
As the examination progressed, the anticipation grew, each candidate eager to prove their worth and secure their place in the academy of their choice.
Now it was Wu Xie's turn. Minjun, with a smirk on his face, told him, "You still have time to run, you know." But Wu Xie, lost in his own world of delusions, thought that delusion was the solution.
Well, sometimes it is, but not always. It's like thinking that eating a picture of a cake will satisfy your sweet tooth.
With a determined stride, he walked straight towards the rock, all eyes on him. It was like watching a lone penguin waddle towards an iceberg, curiosity etched on every face.
He stood in front of the rock, closed his eyes, and placed his hand on it. The crowd held its breath, as if they were watching a suspenseful scene in a movie.
To everyone's shock, the rock turned so dark that it looked like a piece of the night sky had fallen to the earth. It was as if Wu Xie had sucked all the light out of it.
The rock indicated that Wu Xie had 0% power. Even an ant, with its tiny size and weightlifting prowess, had more power than him. It was like comparing a firecracker to a dynamite.
Seeing this, Minjun burst into laughter, his laughter echoing around like a hyena's cackle. It was as if he had just heard the funniest joke in the world.
And in that moment, Wu Xie became the unexpected comedian of the day, his performance eliciting laughter and amusement from the crowd.
The guard standing there turned to Wu Xie and said, "Kid, you don't even have to wait for the result. Let me tell you now, you won't be on the list. You can go home and rest." His words were as comforting as a lullaby to a baby, except the baby was Wu Xie and the lullaby was more of a reality check.
But Wu Xie, who had anticipated this outcome like a seasoned chess player predicting his opponent's moves, had a backup plan.
He looked straight up at the principals, his eyes shining with determination, and said, "According to the rules of the academies, the 21st chapter, the ninth part, the 2nd line memo states that even if one fails the first test, solely passing the talent test can also lead to acceptance." His words hung in the air like a daring challenge, leaving everyone in stunned silence.
It was as if he had pulled a rabbit out of a hat, surprising everyone with his knowledge of the academy rules.
The crowd was left wondering what other surprises Wu Xie had up his sleeve. Would he pass the talent test? Or was this just another one of his delusions? The anticipation was as thick as a suspense novel, and everyone was eager to see what would happen next.
The guard turned to his colleague and asked, "Is there such a rule?" His colleague shrugged, "I don't know." It was like watching two squirrels debating the existence of acorns.
At this point, the principal of the Abyssal Academy stood up and said, "Yes, there is such a rule. But it has never happened before because one with no power also never had talent. I'm curious now, what kind of talent are you going to show here?" His words hung in the air, a challenge and a question, as everyone waited to see what Wu Xie would do next.
It was like the calm before the storm, the audience waiting for the first drop of rain.
With a smirk playing on his lips, Wu Xie announced, "I'll do archery."
The principal raised an eyebrow and said, "Anyone can do archery. What's the big deal about it?" It was as if he had just been told that someone was going to juggle apples.
Wu Xie, with a respectful nod, replied, "You'll know when you see me do it." His words were filled with confidence, like a magician promising an unforgettable trick.
Minjun, unable to resist a jab, asked Wu Xie, "Do you even know how to hold a bow?" Wu Xie, laughing heartily, retorted, "I do know how to hold a bow, close that mouth of yours and just wait and watch." It was like watching a comedy roast.
Dan, trying to keep the peace like a referee in a boxing match, wished him luck and said, "Even though I know you're going to make a fool of yourself again, go for it." His words were like a coach's pep talk, encouraging Wu Xie to give it his best shot.
Gifts
-- Gift
received Weekly Power Status
-- Power
Ranking 
-- Power
stone