Chapter 306

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Protagonist:

Yan Qianqian

At the same time, Yan Shuang'er also rose early. She thought in her heart that although her strength was meager, she still wanted to contribute her share. Thus, she hurriedly tidied herself up and set off for the temple together with the Princess Consort and Shangguan Xingyu.

Meanwhile, Yan Si arrived at Yan Wang's courtyard before dawn. He carried a heavy bundle in his hand, filled with silver. Yan Si knew that Yan Wang's journey was long and far, and money would surely be needed, so he specially prepared this large bundle of silver to ease Yan Wang's worries.

When Yan Wang saw Yan Si come so early to give him silver, he was deeply moved. He hurriedly said, "Eldest Brother, I still have some silver here; I don't need so much."

However, Yan Si said uneasily, "Younger brother, when traveling outside, various expenses are inevitable. You must not skimp on money that should be spent. Especially if you lack anything, buy everything you need; do not wrong yourself. My family and I all look forward to your triumphant return!"

Facing Yan Si's concern, Yan Wang felt a warmth in his heart. He knew his elder brother truly had his best interests at heart; although he indeed still had some silver, he also understood his elder brother's worries.

In the end, Yan Wang accepted the large bundle of silver and gratefully said to Yan Si, "Second Brother, rest assured, I will definitely return safely."

Qianqian also rose early today; after washing up, she hurriedly rushed to the Dark Guard Camp.

Originally, this was not a day for the assessment, but Qianqian always felt uneasy about Si Ge. She knew well that besides Yue Ba and Yue Jiu, two capable aides by Si Ge's side, there was a real lack of other usable manpower.

Thus, Qianqian decided to go to the Dark Guard Camp herself to select several outstanding dark guards for Si Ge Yan Wang.

Accompanying Qianqian was also Yue Yi. After the two entered the Dark Guard Camp, they took the familiar path straight to the Wuchang.

Yue Yi naturally knew Qianqian's purpose for coming, so as soon as they reached the Wuchang, he walked straight toward the dark guards who were training and shouted loudly, "Everyone, stop your movements for now!"

Since Yue Yi himself came from the Dark Guard Camp and was a confidant of An Wang, everyone in the Dark Guard Camp knew him. Hearing Yue Yi's shout, they all stopped their training and turned in unison to look at her, waiting silently for Yue Yi's next words.

Seeing this, Yue Yi cleared his throat and said loudly, "Those who wish to advance to Gold Waistband later, come line up at this side of the Wuchang. The Young Master has free time today and has specially come to select several dark guards.

As for those below Red Waistband, continue training; those preparing to advance, hurry to line up at the Wuchang!"

Hearing this, the Red Waistbands eager to advance could no longer contain their excitement and rushed toward the Wuchang like arrows leaving a bow. Their speed was so fast it seemed they would stomp a hole in the ground.

Even more, in order to stand out among the crowd and attract the Young Master's attention, they actually did not hesitate to use qinggong, their figures like ghosts weaving through the crowd.

At this moment, Wangchen, who had just entered the Dark Guard Camp, wore a pure white sash around his waist, looking rather out of place. He stood among the crowd, gazing from afar at Qianqian standing on the Wuchang, feeling she was like a fairy descending to the mortal world, lofty and unattainable.

However, Wangchen did not let this thought linger in his mind for long; he quickly shook his head, as if to fling this notion out of his mind.

Immediately afterward, Wangchen silently vowed in his heart to work twice as hard, advance to Gold Waistband as soon as possible, and return to his Master's side. He knew that only then could he get closer to Qianqian and better protect her.

Just as Wangchen had secretly made up his mind, Yue Yi had already returned to the Wuchang. At this time, ten people stood neatly lined up below the Wuchang, each with a solemn expression, ready for battle.

Yue Yi stood on the Wuchang, looking down at the ten people below, and said loudly, "Let me explain the rules first. Later, you will go up one by one, and each person has the time it takes for half an incense stick to burn.

As long as you can successfully block the Master's attacks within this time without being knocked off the Wuchang, you pass the test. During this process, you may freely choose to dodge, counterattack, or use weapons, but you absolutely cannot use poison or anything else that could harm others. Do you all understand?"

Just then, a neat and uniform shout came from below. Yue Yi nodded slightly, indicating he had heard everyone's voices, and continued, "Next, please write your names on this sheet of paper in order."

While speaking, Yue Yi raised the paper in her hand and waved it gently in the air a few times, as if showing everyone the importance of this sheet of paper.

Next, she added, "Later, we will proceed with the next segment one by one according to this order."

As soon as she finished speaking, Yue Yi handed the paper to the person standing at the very front. After receiving the paper and brush, that person wrote his name on the paper without hesitation.

After writing, he quickly passed the paper and brush to the person behind him; the whole process was as smooth and natural as flowing clouds and water.

Just like that, one after another, everyone left their names on the paper. When the last person finished writing, he rushed toward the Wuchang like a gust of wind, jogging over and handing the paper filled with names to Yue Yi.

After receiving the paper, Yue Yi carefully blew on it, as if wanting the ink of the last character to dry as quickly as possible. After the ink was completely dry, she looked up at Qianqian seated above and asked softly, "Master, can we begin now?"

Qianqian smiled and nodded, signaling Yue Yi to continue. After receiving an affirmative reply, Yue Yi took a deep breath and then shouted loudly, "The first to go up is Twenty-seven; Twenty-eight, please get ready."

Yue Yi's voice echoed on the Wuchang, clear and resounding. As soon as she finished speaking, a man leapt onto the Wuchang platform like an arrow leaving a bow.

Qianqian stood in place, her eyes fixed on the man opposite her, the corners of her mouth slightly curved, and she said softly, "Twenty-seven, right?"

The man nodded slightly, indicating agreement.

Seeing this, Qianqian continued, "Alright, get ready, I'm starting!" After speaking, she loosened her joints a bit, adjusted her breathing, and then lunged forward fiercely.

Seeing this, Twenty-seven did not dare to be the slightest bit negligent; he quickly assumed a defensive stance, his feet slightly bent, his hands guarding his chest, and stared intently at every move Qianqian made.

Qianqian was like a fierce leopard, moving extremely fast; in the blink of an eye she had reached Twenty-seven's front. She mercilessly threw a punch, straight toward Twenty-seven's face.