Chapter 3, The Steed Black Dragon

At this moment, many individuals dressed in chef's attire arrived from an unknown source, carrying numerous trays covered with cloth, as well as some large buckets, bowls, and dishes. Could it be that they have come to deliver food to us

It is noon again, and today is still a fine day, with the sun hanging high in the sky. However, for us examinees, this is not a good thing

I awoke from my training, changed into a brand new warrior outfit, and after a hearty meal, I arrived at my destination for this journey—Tiandu Academy

What kind of exam is this? It's simply a punishment for standing.

Finally arriving at Dragon City, although it does not appear as grand as our Orc Imperial City, it is still quite magnificent. The city walls stand 8 zhang high, constructed entirely of thick granite, adorned with variously shaped dragons carved into them. High above, the flag of the Dragon God Empire is prominently displayed. Perhaps due to its inland location, the defenses are rather lax; I was able to enter the city without any inspection. Dragon City is truly vast, several times larger than our Orc Imperial City, and it took me a full three days to get a general sense of it.

With the saddle and bridle, riding the black dragon became more comfortable. I relaxed the reins and adjusted the direction, allowing the black dragon to gallop freely. When there were no other beings around, the black dragon maintained a moderate speed, but upon spotting its kind, it would immediately accelerate, determined to overtake them. I did not expect that horses could possess such a strong competitive spirit.

Many ranch workers immediately rushed out, armed with various weapons, ready to kill the horse. The black horse in the arena still held its head high, completely unaware that its fate of death was about to befall it

At that moment, an unexpected event occurred; the black horse suddenly fell down as if it had stumbled, startling the horse trainer, who quickly dismounted to check on it. Such a fine horse, he could not bear to see it harmed

More than a month has passed just like that. Although I have worked hard, the Heavenly Demon Technique is still only at the late stage of the second level, and I am still far from transformation, as I need to complete the third level to transform. It seems that being anxious is of no use; I can only discuss this further when I get to the Heavenly Capital Academy.

Thus, I rode the black dragon along the path for another two hours until I reached a town. I pulled back on the mane, and the black dragon gradually slowed down as we entered the town. I jumped off its back and discovered that my pants were soaked with the dragon's sweat. I affectionately patted its large head and walked inside.

You see the large pit he just created, he must be a high-ranking warrior

I let out a cold laugh, tossed him a silver coin, and said: "Are you not busy this time?"

The horse dealer immediately recognized that I was an outsider and unfamiliar with horses. With a disdainful smile, he said, "As long as you can afford it, all the horses you see here are for sale."

I turned my head and shouted loudly, "Owner of the venue, I apologize, but I will take this horse." Without caring about their reactions, I pulled out a bag of gold coins from my bosom, approximately 50 pieces, and tossed it over. Then I leaped onto the horse. It was only after mounting that I realized I had never ridden before (after all, how could an orc, being a beast itself, ride a horse?). Never mind that; I tightly squeezed the horse's belly with my legs and grasped its long brown mane. The black dragon did not need any urging from me and swiftly dashed out. When we reached the railing, I struck out with my palm, shattering the top two bars. It leaped high into the air, jumping over the railing, galloping away with me, its inexperienced rider.

The waiter, with a beaming smile upon seeing the silver coin, said, "No rush, no rush, please wait a moment." Saying this, he ran back into the shop to greet the other waiters, then excitedly returned to lead me into the saddle shop

After repeating this three times, the formation was finally completed. I roughly counted and found there were over 60 rows, totaling more than 3,000 people. Indeed, it is a 1 in 10 selection; Tian Du Academy is truly renowned, as even the entrance examination is so challenging. Almost all the generals of the Dragon God Empire are graduates from the four major academies, especially the Dragon Knights. The Dragon Knights are no longer merely a symbol of strength; they also represent honor and power. In the Dragon God Empire, Dragon Knights hold significant authority, with the lowest title being that of a Viscount. The three Grand Marshals, being the pillars of the empire, hold the title of Duke. For a commoner aspiring to become a noble, becoming a Dragon Knight is undoubtedly the best choice, and the four major academies serve as the most solid stepping stones.

These workers had no idea about this; upon hearing my arrogant words, they immediately swarmed towards me, with four or five of them grabbing hold of me. However, they did not use any weapons, as it seemed they only wanted to give me a beating to vent their frustrations for their boss.

I arrived at the place where horses are sold and asked the horse dealer, "Which horse is for sale here?"

From now on, all candidates must remain still in a standing position as per https://m.hetushu.com, without any movement, until they can no longer sustain it. The last 1,000 candidates remaining will advance to the next round. As soon as this statement was made, the entire playground erupted in discussion, with all candidates beginning to chatter excitedly.

In fact, what I do not know is that the Dragon God Empire also has its own troubles. Although the dragon knights are formidable, they do not possess the innate strength of the Behemoths, who can simply be nurtured and, upon growing up, participate in battle. However, training a dragon knight is exceedingly difficult. The Dragon God Empire has expended countless resources and efforts just to maintain a number of around 100 dragon knights. This is also the reason why he is hesitant to launch a reckless attack on the Demon and Beast nations. Once his dragon knights are completely wiped out, he will have no advantages left and will inevitably be defeated by the joint forces of the demons and beasts.

Dear candidates, thank you for your hard work. The first round of examinations has now concluded. Please take your identification cards to the invigilators for registration, and then return to rest. The second round of examinations will take place the day after tomorrow

I stopped a passerby and asked, "Excuse me, is there a place where horses are sold?" The person I stopped frowned at first, but upon seeing my tall stature, did not dare to say much. They pointed ahead and said, "At the intersection up ahead, turn left and walk about 2 kilometers, there is a horse farm where you can buy horses."

The owner angrily said: "Who are you to dare come here and cause trouble? Someone, throw him out for me."

I searched for a long time but couldn't find it, so forget it, I'll just wait in line. I am number 1, so I should be the first in the first row

What great strength, able to withstand the stomp of a horse

The individuals surrounding it attempted to ensnare it with a rope, and then mount it on horseback. However, the black horse was exceptionally clever, evading the trainers' advances time and again

How could their skills catch my eye? With a powerful tug of my arms, I immediately threw them all out. Seeing that they still wanted to come up, I let out a heavy snort, my eyes radiating authority, and shouted: "Do you wish to come up and seek death?" I struck the ground with a heavy punch, and with a loud "boom," dust flew up, creating a pit with a diameter of 1 meter and a depth of half a meter in the otherwise flat ground

I also thought to myself, this is too easy, what's the big deal about just standing here? Forget it, if standing is what it is, then let it be.

I shouted loudly, "Wait a moment." With all my strength, I pushed aside the crowd in front of me and walked into the arena. A thousand pairs of eyes were fixed on me as I approached the host, who was weeping over his son. I first lowered my head to examine his son's injuries. He was already lifeless, blood flowing from all seven orifices, and his chest had completely caved in. I couldn't help but shake my head.

After resting for a night, I clarified the direction to Longcheng, located my position on the map, and set off again. Fortunately, I was not heading in the opposite direction; although I deviated somewhat, I quickly corrected my course and got back on the right path

I must go see this spirited horse. I followed the large group to the horse training ground in the west, where it was already crowded with people. Although I stood towards the back, my taller stature allowed me to see the center of the arena. I noticed six or seven individuals, all dressed neatly, surrounding a black stallion. Although I am not knowledgeable about horses, I could still discern the majesty of this one. Its sleek black coat shone like satin, and it held its proud head high, constantly snorting in impatience, exuding hostility towards those around it. I noticed six or seven individuals, all dressed neatly, surrounding a black stallion. Although I am not knowledgeable about horses, I could still discern the majesty of this one. Its sleek black coat shone like satin, and it held its proud head high, constantly snorting in impatience, exuding hostility towards those around it.

Only 1,000 people remained who had been eliminated, and all the candidates let out a sigh of relief in unison, sitting down on the ground. I, of course, was no exception. Although my physical condition was somewhat better than theirs, after two days and nights without any movement, my limbs had long since stiffened. I sat on the ground, gently moving my numb body.

Sweat trickled down my face; although I felt no significant discomfort, the heat still made me quite uneasy. Fortunately, I was wearing a light-colored samurai outfit today; otherwise, it would have been even more unbearable. I stole a glance at the other candidates, and their composure was indeed impressive. It has been over two hours since this morning, and not a single person has withdrawn.

I served the Black Dragon well, but I was so exhausted that I fell asleep on the haystack in the stable

A clear voice rang out: "Attention all candidates here for the examination, please be quiet. Line up from east to west according to your number plates, with 50 people in each row."

The scale of the racetrack is indeed large, with a central horse racing area of approximately 1,000 acres. To the left is a place for selling horses and related accessories from m.hetushu.com.

Good job, hold on, hold on. The crowd around began to cheer.

I brushed the dust off my clothes, ignoring the stunned crowd, and walked straight towards the black horse

From now on, you will be my best partner. Shall I call you Black Dragon? The black horse let out a joyful neigh, clearly approving of the name I had given it

The sky gradually began to drizzle, and although my clothes became damp, the cool sensation made me feel exceptionally comfortable. It was my first time riding a horse, and at first, I felt a bit apprehensive. However, soon this feeling disappeared. Sitting on the back of the black dragon was quite stable, with only a slight jolt. The scenery around me rushed by like the wind, whizzing past on both sides. I leaned my body against the black dragon, and gradually, I discovered that if I tilted my body to the left, it would run to the left; if I tilted to the right, it would run to the right. It was truly enjoyable. After all, I was only sixteen, preoccupied with play and forgetting the direction I was heading. It wasn't until it was almost dark that I realized I was lost. Surrounded by dense forests, I was relieved to find that this was a small path; otherwise, I wouldn't even know which way to go. Well, I might as well head in this direction and ask someone for directions when I find them.

At this time, more than 20 people arrived, seemingly all proctors, though it is unclear what they are going to examine

The gradually warming air reminds me that it is already noon, and my stomach is devoid of provisions. Just ahead, there is a small restaurant by the roadside. Since arriving in the Dragon God Empire, I have been particularly fascinated by the local cuisine, which is a world apart from what I experienced in the Orc Kingdom. As soon as I entered the small restaurant, the enticing aroma immediately wafted over, making my appetite stir. Although it is not luxurious, it is very clean, and the place is quite popular, with about sixty to seventy percent of the seats already occupied.

We do not have it here. Look, there is a store over there that specializes in saddlery. You can go there. Their products are of good quality and reasonably priced.

Two hours have passed, and the temperature has gradually dropped with the setting sun. However, after a whole day without food or drink, and having to endure the sweltering heat, my stomach has long ceased to obey me. The playground is filled with the continuous sound of "gurgling." Not eating is somewhat bearable, but sweating all day without drinking water is indeed making me feel uncomfortable. So far, more than 200 candidates have withdrawn, which is less than one-tenth of the total. How much longer must we stand here? The playground is filled with the continuous sound of "gurgling." Not eating is somewhat bearable, but sweating all day without drinking water is indeed making me feel uncomfortable. So far, more than 200 candidates have withdrawn, which is less than one-tenth of the total. How much longer must we stand here?

Give me a chance to tame this horse

In the afternoon, candidates began to exit in groups, and most of them were carried out. The sun gradually set, and the clouds on the horizon became so beautiful under the reflection of the sunset.

After more than a month of living here, I have discovered that there are many warriors and mages in Longcheng. Although I have not yet engaged in combat with any mages, I have encountered several wizards dressed in magical robes, and I sensed their formidable presence. The skill level of the warriors also appears to be quite high; indeed, this is a powerful nation. My initial confidence has somewhat waned after observing the situation during this time.

A young warrior walked in from outside, standing about 1.8 meters tall, dressed in a moonlight blue samurai outfit. He appeared quite robust, carrying a long sword on his back, and was a spirited young man

At the beginning, everyone felt relatively relaxed; although it was summer, the mornings were still quite cool. However, as time gradually passed, the sun climbed higher in the sky, and the temperature on the playground rose sharply.

I let out a sound and began to look around to see if I could find a horse I liked. Suddenly, I noticed that everyone was gathering towards the west side of the horse arena, and I was unsure of the reason. I quickly stopped someone to inquire. It turned out that the owner of the arena had brought back a wild horse a few days ago with the help of many people. The wild horse was inherently aggressive, and no one had been able to tame it. They had only succeeded in capturing it using a blow dart coated with tranquilizer. Today, the owner had invited several renowned horse trainers to attempt to tame this horse.

"Saddle? What is that?" I thought to myself, but did not ask. I said, "Do you have it here? I was just thinking of putting it on."

The waiter displayed a troubled expression and said, "But I am still working here, you see..."

I nodded slightly at him and walked in the direction he pointed.

The same voice has returned, repeating the same words: "Attention all candidates here for the examination, please be quiet. Kindly line up from east to west according to your number plates, with 50 individuals in each row."

The black horse may have sensed danger, staring at me intently with its large eyes, continuously scraping the ground with its left front hoof and its other hoof.

The owner said with tears streaming down his face: "No, I must use its corpse to honor the spirit of my son"

The crowd nearby began to murmur, all speculating that this time it was likely another failure. Just then, a middle-aged horse trainer unexpectedly threw a lasso, which surprisingly caught the neck of the black horse. The black horse immediately became agitated, raising its front hooves high and letting out a clear, long neigh. The horse trainer's skills were indeed impressive; using the force of the pull, he managed to leap onto the horse's back and tightly embrace its neck.

I exerted force with my waist, flinging the black horse outward. It landed on the ground, rolling over, and let out a painful cry, struggling a few times before managing to stand up again. I walked in front of it, fixed my gaze on its eyes, and said coldly: "Do you submit? With your strength, it is impossible for you to contend with me."

I was seated at a four-person table, and I was the only one there. I nodded slightly and continued to eat with my head down

I found a relatively quiet table by the side and sat down. The waiter approached, handed me the menu, and asked, "Sir, what would you like to order"

I do not know why, but when I first laid eyes on this magnificent black horse, I felt an inexplicable fondness. It seems that it is time for me to make my appearance.

I let out a cold snort, no longer paying him any attention, and turned to walk towards the black horse. After taking just a couple of steps, I was surrounded by the ranch staff. I took off my hat and placed it on my back, coldly stating: "Do not force me to take action and harm anyone"

I have noticed that in the Dragon God Empire, many people are riding horses, and they seem to be moving quite quickly. I would also like to try getting a horse; this should allow me to arrive at Dragon City a bit earlier

Take me there, I want the full set

The exams are starting tomorrow, and I am uncertain whether I will successfully gain admission to Tiandu Academy. I must continuously strengthen my abilities; otherwise, our Orc tribe will have no hope for the future. With a feeling of anxiety, I begin the final training session of the Heavenly Demon Technique before the exams.

I flipped through the menu and casually selected a few dishes I had never tried before, ordering 1 pound of steamed buns. Soon, all my dishes were served. With the steamed buns in my left hand and chopsticks in my right, I began my feast. At that moment, the number of customers in the restaurant gradually increased, and soon there were no empty seats left.

I followed the inn's servant to the stable where the black dragon was kept, personally brushed it down, fed it some fine fodder, and then returned to the inn to rest

I furrowed my brow and said coldly, "What is wrong with the horse? If it weren't for your overestimation of your abilities in trying to tame it, this situation would not have occurred"

With the black dragon, the speed increased geometrically, covering a distance of 3,000 kilometers in just over 10 days. This was still due to my reluctance to push it too hard, resulting in a slower pace.

A lavishly dressed man rushed out from the side, shouting in anguish: "Return my son's life to me, put this vicious horse to death." It seems that this is the owner of the ranch, whose son's death has clouded his judgment.

Every morning, I practice Tianlei Xie Jia for a while, and in the afternoon, I take the Black Dragon for a stroll. Sometimes, I let it roam outside the city; otherwise, if it just eats and sleeps all day, it will get fat. In the evening, I intensify my training in Tianmo Gong. In this enemy's territory, it is better to quickly attain the strength of a Fallen Angel with two wings, so that even if my identity is exposed, I will still have some fighting power.

Tiandu College is very well-known here; you can easily find out its location with just a few inquiries. I first registered at Tiandu College and learned that the exams would not start for more than a month. Since there is plenty of time, I decided to settle down first. There are quite a few inns around Tiandu College, and I chose one that is relatively clean

The black horse bucked for a long time, but seeing that it could not shake off the trainer on its back, it gradually calmed down and stopped kicking. It seems that no matter how fierce it is, it must be tamed. The crowd around was loudly calling out the name of the trainer, who turned out to be the son of the owner of the venue. He, on the horse, proudly raised both hands in triumph

In the Dragon God Empire, warriors are classified into ten levels: Apprentice Warrior, Junior Warrior, Intermediate Warrior, Senior Warrior, Sword Master, Great Sword Master, Earth Knight, Light Knight, Sword Saint, and War God. From Sword Master onwards, they are further divided into Upper, Middle, and Lower tiers. Mages are classified into ten levels as well: Apprentice Mage, Junior Mage, Intermediate Mage, Senior Mage, Great Mage, Mage Scholar, Great Mage Scholar, Mage Tutor, Great Mage Tutor, and Holy Mage Tutor. Similarly, from Great Mage onwards, they are also divided into Upper, Middle, and Lower tiers. I estimate that with my current strength as a human body, I would only be a Lower Sword Master, but considering my formidable physique and superlative defense, I should at least be comparable to a Lower Great Sword Master. The most ordinary Dragon Knight should be a Middle Light Knight (not counting the dragon), while the most common Fallen Angel should also be a Lower Light Knight, as well as a Middle Dark Mage Scholar. They, combined with dark magic and a Light Knight riding a dragon, would have some fighting power. I currently should equate to the strength of an ordinary Behemoth (not in a berserk state), which is only equivalent to a Lower Great Sword Master, and the gap between us is quite significant. No wonder we need over two thousand Behemoth warriors and more than thirty Fallen Angels to contend with just over a hundred Dragon Warriors. I currently should equate to the strength of an ordinary Behemoth (not in a berserk state), which is only equivalent to a Lower Great Sword Master, and the gap between us is quite significant. No wonder we need over two thousand Behemoth warriors and more than thirty Fallen Angels to contend with just over a hundred Dragon Warriors.

The order of the Dragon God Empire is significantly stronger than that of the Orc Kingdom. After traveling for 5 days, we have not encountered a single band of thieves. No wonder the Dragon God Empire can compete with the other two powerful races; it indeed possesses its own advantages

Is he even human? Can a person possess such strength?

The waiter looked at the black dragon behind me and sincerely said: "This is truly a fine steed, but why is there no saddle or bridle?"

I spent 10 gold coins to equip the black dragon with the finest saddle, bridle, horseshoes, and other accessories, but I did not get a whip, as I felt it was unnecessary. With this ensemble, the black dragon appeared even more majestic, and the staff in the shop continuously praised it. It is worth mentioning that, apart from me, the black dragon does not allow anyone to approach it. I had to hold its head firmly to barely let those staff members help put on this gear.

Truly impressive, as expected from a university department. Stand firm. Although there was quite a commotion just now, after hearing this statement, not a single person is willing to give up. After all, it would be too embarrassing to withdraw without having demonstrated one's own capabilities.

He had just jumped off the horse when the black horse suddenly stood up again. With its front hooves on the ground, a pair of powerful hind hooves struck heavily against the chest of the middle-aged horse trainer. Even from such a distance, I could hear the sound of the trainer's ribs shattering. He let out a long, mournful scream and was kicked far away, clearly on the brink of death

The warrior shouted: "Waiter, bring me a pound of good wine, and two side dishes, along with 1 pound of steamed buns." After serving the dishes, he said to me: "This big brother, judging by your appearance, you must be embarking on a long journey."

I am sorry, but I cannot truly be considered a human; at the very least, my strength is not that of a human.

Wow, this is the first time I've heard of a standing exam

Indeed, a clear voice said: "This is the porridge and steamed buns prepared for you by the academy. Please finish your meal and return to rest as soon as possible, candidates." It was indeed food. Taking advantage of my position at the front, I rushed forward first, snatched a large bowl, and scooped out a bowl of porridge, gulping it down. It was comfortable, truly comfortable; I had never felt porridge could be so delicious. While everyone had not yet completely gathered around, I quickly drank three more bowls, then filled another bowl and took three steamed buns to enjoy in a corner. It was comfortable, truly comfortable; I had never felt porridge could be so delicious. While everyone had not yet completely gathered around, I quickly drank three more bowls, then filled another bowl and took three steamed buns to enjoy in a corner.

My strength has recovered quite a bit, and I feel much better now. Ah, by the way, it has been two days, and I haven't fed the Black Dragon yet. I need to hurry back; it must be upset with me. Upon returning to the inn, I quickly ordered some fodder and rushed to the stable. When the Black Dragon saw me, it let out a joyful neigh and began to lick my face with its large tongue. "You've had a hard time, hurry and eat; this is all top-quality fodder."

The invigilating teachers were divided into two groups, each supervising for about 1 hour, and then they would switch to take a break. At that moment, a female candidate moved slightly, and was immediately noticed by a middle-aged invigilator. Pointing at her, he said: "You, disqualified." It was indeed very strict; even a slight movement was not allowed.

I walked to a spot two meters away from him and stood still, giving him a disdainful smile. With the strength I possess to tear apart tigers and leopards, I had no reason to fear him. I do not know if he understood my smile, but with an angry snort, he rose on his hind legs and came crashing down with his front hooves.

What kind of school is this? If I had known, I wouldn't have come all this way

Attention candidates, the invigilators will now come to each of you to register individually, please cooperate. Indeed, more than 10 invigilators began to register the remaining candidates in a dispersed manner. Naturally, I was the first. I handed over my identification card and said, "I am number 1." The invigilator glanced at me and smiled, saying, "You are quite sturdy, young man." I simply smiled and did not respond.

It seemed as if it could understand my words, as it nodded its head and looked at me with its big, pitiful eyes. Slowly, it walked up to me and nudged my chest with its large head. I gently patted its head, and a rare smile appeared on my face

I hurriedly looked around for the person speaking, what a loud voice! Who possesses such great power? Later, I learned that this was a magical broadcast created using an amplification magic stone, capable of amplifying sound dozens of times and images a hundredfold

Please find me a place to settle my horse

The sky gradually darkened, with large clouds gathering above. Although the abundant sunlight was gone, I did not feel cool; instead, I felt even more stuffy and hot

He bumped into a nail, gave a sheepish smile, and by the time his dish arrived, I had already finished eating. I casually dropped a silver coin, stood up, threw the package over my shoulder, and strode out of the restaurant

Candidates, please be quiet. Standing is a test of physical strength and willpower. Whether studying combat skills or magic, lacking good physical condition and a firm will is unacceptable. If any candidate is dissatisfied with the examination methods of the academy, they may withdraw at any time

Alright, everyone, please spread out a bit in all directions, maintaining a distance of approximately 1.5 meters from each other. Before long, all the candidates in the field had lined up as instructed

Although I have not removed my straw hat, I have lifted my veil; otherwise, how could I eat? Are humans always this enthusiastic? I raised my head and cast a cold glance at him, then nodded slightly. He was taken aback by my handsome and aloof demeanor. I continued to eat my food, ignoring him thereafter.

When I woke up from the state of meditation, it was already morning. Aside from feeling a bit thirsty, my body was not uncomfortable. I looked around at the people nearby; although not many had exited, all the candidates appeared to be on the verge of collapse, their faces pale. I took a gentle breath and closed my eyes.

The scale of this town is quite impressive, with various shops lining the streets, infusing the town with vibrant life. Heilang followed closely behind me, step by step. I found an inn, and the doorman hurried over, smiling apologetically as he said, "Sir, please stay with us. We have complete facilities, affordable prices, and attentive service..." I raised my hand impatiently to stop him from continuing.

Early the next morning, I set off on my journey to Longcheng. To avoid any unnecessary trouble, I brought along my conical hat, as being too handsome is unavoidable

He came in and saw that there were no empty tables left in the room, so he walked over to my table and politely said, "Excuse me, brother, there is no more space available. May I sit here with you?"

With the experience from last night, I quickly summoned the Dark Power. Although the effects of practicing the Heavenly Demon Technique during the day are significantly diminished, it provided me with a cooling sensation, making it much easier to cope with the hot weather compared to yesterday

Time passes so slowly; it is quite a struggle to finally reach the evening. A gentle breeze blows by, bringing much comfort. Practicing the Heavenly Demon Technique every night has become a habit; after all, since I am standing anyway, I might as well cultivate a bit. I glanced to my left and right, and nearly all the candidates were closing their eyes, battling against their own bodies.

I held the admission ticket I received during registration—a wooden plaque—on the front of which was inscribed "No. 1" (having registered over a month ago, it was naturally No. 1). The back was engraved with the name of Tiandu College. Upon entering the college, I noticed that the playground was spacious enough to accommodate so many candidates, with plenty of open space remaining. Since the exam time had not yet arrived, the candidates were gathered in small groups, seemingly discussing something, perhaps speculating about the exam questions.

In fact, it only took a few blinks of the eye for the surrounding crowd to suddenly become chaotic, and the other trainers present quickly pulled the kicked trainer aside.

The black horse kept jumping up and down, trying to shake off the person on its back. Due to its violent movements, the other trainers around were pushed to the periphery, leaving only the trainer on the horse's back to struggle alone

I also closed my eyes and quietly began to activate the dark energy within me. The first stage of the Heavenly Demon Technique does not manifest externally during cultivation, so I am not worried about anyone being able to perceive it from the outside. I feel the dark elements around me continuously converging towards me. A chilling sensation gradually travels from my skin into my meridians, then slowly flows along my cultivation route. It is such a pleasant feeling, as if the fatigue of the entire day has vanished. My need for food and water is not as intense anymore. It turns out that the Heavenly Demon Technique has this benefit as well. I am guiding the Heavenly Demon Technique to operate along a fixed path, and my mind gradually becomes focused, entering a state of tranquility.

I lowered my waist and assumed a stance, raising both hands high to grasp its descending hooves. The force was indeed substantial, causing my arms to retract slightly, but I immediately countered it with my strength. The people around me collectively gasped in astonishment

As soon as I arrived at the entrance of the academy, I was taken aback. No way, there are so many people, densely packed with at least a few thousand. However, the last time I heard from the admissions office, they said only 300 would be admitted, which means it would be nearly one in ten.