Chapter 1884

Ma Qiankun looked anxious, as if the one undergoing the Young City Lord assessment was not Ye Zhangqing but himself.

In response, Ye Zhangqing could only nod helplessly, indicating he was about to set off.

Seeing this, Ma Qiankun didn't waste time, got up, and all the way escorted Ye Zhangqing to the assessment location in the Cooking King Immortal City main hall.

The main hall is located at the true core of Cooking King Immortal City; normally only the city lord and a few deputy city lords are qualified to enter.

Even these elders, without being summoned, have no right to enter the main hall.

It is the true core of the entire Cooking King Immortal City.

Along the way, Ma Qiankun constantly reminded Ye Zhangqing of various precautions.

Although basically useless, after all even Bai Yuan doesn't know the specific content of the assessment, so Ma Qiankun is even less likely to know.

However, the incessantly chattering Ma Qiankun clearly is genuinely nervous for Ye Zhangqing.

After all, this Young City Lord assessment concerns Ye Zhangqing's future.

If he succeeds, it's a straight ascent to heaven, his status surpassing even these elders; if he loses, although it seems there's no loss on the surface, wanting another opportunity would be as difficult as climbing to heaven.

Facing Ma Qiankun, who is even more nervous than himself, Ye Zhangqing nodded obediently all the way.

The other party meant well, so Ye Zhangqing naturally wouldn't refuse Ma Qiankun's face, but silently kept this kindness in mind.

Along the way, it seemed many strong cultivators and disciples of Cooking King Immortal City gathered on the necessary path from Heaven-Earth Fire Hall to the main hall.

Countless eyes glanced at Ye Zhangqing intentionally or unintentionally; obviously, many people are paying attention to this Young City Lord assessment.

After all, this Young City Lord is extremely important to Cooking King Immortal City, almost enough to represent it.

Everyone's eyes were filled with curiosity, and under so many gazes, Ye Zhangqing also arrived at the main hall.

Ma Qiankun could only see him off here.

"Elder, rest assured and go back; I will definitely succeed."

"Good, kid, having confidence is the best."

Upon hearing this, Ma Qiankun also gave his final encouragement, having reminded of what needed reminding; saying anything else now is meaningless, encouragement is most useful.

After bidding farewell to Ma Qiankun, Ye Zhangqing stepped toward the main hall, arriving at its main gate.

The two middle-aged men guarding did not block him; obviously they had already received permission beforehand.

He entered the main hall smoothly all the way.

From the outside, the main hall of Cooking King Immortal City doesn't appear particularly special.

Aside from being extremely grand and imposing, it's just like an ordinary hall.

But upon entering, Ye Zhangqing discovered that the interior of the main hall is actually composed of many separate small worlds.

It's not just one small world, but numerous small worlds.

As he walked along, Ye Zhangqing saw many entrances leading to different small worlds, each with its own unique characteristics.

Under the guidance of one of those middle-aged men, Ye Zhangqing then entered one of those small worlds.

Upon entering this small world, the surrounding environment is simple, with clear mountains and beautiful waters.

There is a lake that is not large but exceptionally clear.

In the lake swim some fish Ye Zhangqing has never seen before; from their bodies emanates a pure Línglì.

【Detected top-grade ingredient..................】

Ye Zhangqing doesn't recognize these fish, but the system quickly gave a reminder.

It turns out to be another top-grade ingredient, its grade equal to that of the pure-blooded immortal phoenix.

Top-grade ingredient; this is the highest-grade ingredient Ye Zhangqing has seen the system rate so far, and he has only seen it twice before.

This is the third time; most importantly, the fish in the lake are numerous, at least over a hundred.

It seems there are many treasures in this main hall.

Moreover, this is merely the lake before him; around it lies a ring of not-so-tall verdant mountains.

Like a natural barrier formed, it protects the lake in the middle.

From these mountains and forests, Ye Zhangqing also sensed signs of life, and there should be many spiritual plants and spiritual fruits as well.

In the center of the lake stands a simple, ordinary wooden cabin, and Ye Zhangqing was led all the way to its front.

Upon reaching outside the cabin, the middle-aged man didn't go further but turned sideways to gesture for Ye Zhangqing to enter.

It seems this wooden cabin is today's destination.

After clasping his hands in thanks to the middle-aged man, Ye Zhangqing then pushed the door and entered the cabin.

The cabin is simply furnished, not large; as soon as Ye Zhangqing entered, he saw three elders sitting inside.

One of them is none other than Bai Yuan; the other two he hasn't seen before, but they are likely the other two Deputy City Lord of Cooking King Immortal City.

Seeing Ye Zhangqing arrive, Bai Yuan took the initiative to speak.

"Ye Zhangqing, these two are also Deputy City Lord of my Cooking King Immortal City; today your Young City Lord assessment will be overseen by the three of us."

Bai Yuan is also a person in charge, but he actually has little use being present.

The real decision lies with the other two Deputy City Lord.

Because up to now, Bai Yuan still doesn't know the specific assessment content Ye Zhangqing will face next; he is also clueless, only able to wait for the two beside him to announce it themselves.

In response, Ye Zhangqing performed the salute without changing expression, gave a brief introduction, and then the Deputy City Lord in the center slowly spoke.

"Bai Yuan recommended you; we also looked at the Formation image from your time in the Cooking King Hall, and it's indeed good—you have the qualifications to participate in the Young City Lord assessment, so we unanimously approved Bai Yuan's recommendation."

"This Young City Lord assessment consists of three rounds in total; of course, you don't need to worry that it will exceed your current cultivation realm."

"As long as you truly have ability, you definitely have a chance to pass the assessment."

"Now the first round of assessment begins."

The Elder spoke slowly, Ye Zhangqing's cultivation is far lower than that of the other three Young City Lord candidates, but his potential is quite strong.

Therefore, all the Deputy City Lord, including the city lord, will make an exception and agree.

What is valued is Ye Zhangqing's talent.

Of course, on the contrary, that is the difficulty of the assessment; it will be stricter than the previous Young City Lord's assessment.

After all, Ye Zhangqing must display sufficient talent, as decided by the City Lord and several Deputy City Lords.

Ye Zhangqing's talent, or rather his potential, must reach the level of Immortal Realm Yāoniè.

This is both the peak and the starting point; without the level of Immortal Realm Yāoniè, Ye Zhangqing's current cultivation makes becoming Young City Lord premature.

Therefore, before the assessment even begins, this Deputy City Lord speaks up to remind him.

As for the assessment's content, it wasn't mentioned; there are three rounds total, to be taken one after another.

Before that, Ye Zhangqing also didn't know the specific content of the next round of assessment.

Upon hearing those words, Ye Zhangqing nodded in agreement, with no objection at all.

Seeing this, the Deputy City Lord waved his hand; Ye Zhangqing felt his surroundings shift, and when he regained clarity, he found himself in a quiet little courtyard.