Chapter 4: The Knight Candidate Assessment

Then, an astonishing scene unfolded that left Nalan Shu beside him dumbfounded

Li Xin's gaze suddenly became solemn, "That is the Throne of the Divine Seal, symbolizing the highest glory of our Knight's Temple. Only the Lords of the Divine Seal Knights can possess one of them. Little brother, do you know about the Divine Seal Knights? They represent the highest rank of our knights, the ninth-tier profession. Each Lord of the Divine Seal Knights is a legendary figure. It is said that they all possess the strength to challenge the top ten demon gods among the seventy-two pillars individually."

Li Xin silently nodded and said, "I wonder when I will be able to see this beautiful little brother."

Sister, how powerful are the Divine Seal Knights? Why are they called the Divine Seal Knights?

His eyes lit up as he spotted the place he was looking for; not far to the left, a counter was marked for task collection. He immediately walked over briskly

Li Xin chuckled and said, "Stop pretending. I was originally Yi Chai Er Bian who ran away from home to sneak into the Knights' Temple; otherwise, they wouldn't easily accept us girls. You're just like your sister, aren't you? How could a man possibly be as beautiful as you? However, in a few years, when you develop as well, it will be hard to hide it here, just like your sister."

With a dual sword flourish, one horizontal and one vertical, the knight's signature skill, the Cross Slash, is unleashed in an instant

It was still that voice. Upon hearing it again, Long Haochen's gaze had already turned cold

a second charge, and it is a second charge under the circumstance of being repelled after an attack at such a short distance

The two simplest knightly offensive actions, the forward lunge and the slash, have completed the attack

Hmm? Li Xin was taken aback, "Are you really a boy?"

Li Xin smiled and said, "Rest assured, Uncle Nalan, I would not want to hurt him either; after all, he is my newly recognized younger brother"

The dreamlike sword shadows seemed to explode before him, and amidst a series of dense clashing sounds of gold and iron, every single attack was completely blocked without exception

The one who has arrived, "Mighty | Man," is naturally Nalan Shu, the master of the Haoyue Branch.

Ascension Array, the third-tier skill of the Paladin, utilizes the unique holy attributes of the Paladin to create a layer of light shield that generates an all-encompassing defense equivalent to its own spiritual power

The boy, who was originally somewhat shy, suddenly became stern, his gaze resolute and persistent, exuding a sense of stability akin to that of a rock, and unexpectedly emanating an air of authority. He bore no resemblance to a typical ten-year-old child.

Nalan Shu cast a glance at Li Xin, nodded, and said: "Mind your measure"

After bidding farewell to the two, Long Haochen quickly proceeded along the path indicated by Li Xin

Nalan Shudao: "I will have Xin'er take you around our Haoyue Branch Hall"

Li Xin chuckled and said, "Silly boy, it's not that easy! Do you think being a Divine Seal Knight is simple? Let me put it this way, our Knight Temple currently has only three Divine Seal Knights. Becoming a Divine Seal Knight is truly very, very difficult."

Long Haochen questioned, "But there are only six Divine Throne cards, what should we do if they are not enough?"

He casually opened the letter and glanced at it, but after just a few looks, his expression suddenly changed dramatically. Even his posture straightened a bit, and with a serious and respectful demeanor, he read the entire letter.

Long Haochen shook his head and said, "The teacher said you would tell me"

With a spiritual power of one hundred and seven, both Nalan Shu and Li Xin couldn't help but widen their eyes at this moment. A spiritual power of one hundred signifies a breakthrough to the second-tier profession. Even though one hundred and seven points of spiritual power only correspond to the first level of the second tier, it is still second tier! Moreover, let us not forget that Long Haochen did not use any skills to enhance his own abilities during the testing process. It was merely a pure slash.

Long Haochen finally realized, "Sister, I am a male, not a little sister..." At that moment, his hand was still pressed against Li Xin's chest, and the rush of blood to his head made his voice quite soft.

"Did my Lightning Strike break purely by reaction?" Li Xin's voice involuntarily rose a few decibels. She naturally did not know that Long Haochen's defensive power was far more abnormal than his offensive capabilities. The torment from the Owl Ant's lair over the past year was not in vain. With the immersion in the hot spring medicinal liquid and the removal of impurities from the twelve meridians, his cultivation over the past year was at least equivalent to three years of hard training for an ordinary person

Li Xin looked at Long Haochen as if he were a monster, "Brother, tell me, what high-level knight skill did you just use to block my Lightning Thrust?"

"What letter is this? Let me have a look." Nalan Shu extended his hand towards Long Haochen

Long Haochen nodded vigorously, withdrawing his hand as if he were a child who had made a mistake, stepping back a few paces.

With a sharp sound, Long Haochen's sword in his right hand was deflected, yet his movements did not pause for even a moment. As his right arm raised the fine iron sword, he stepped forward once more, surprisingly launching another charge.

Li Xin is not a mere knight; she is a true knight. At the moment when the sword sliced through the air, she had already developed a keen awareness of the situation. Her right hand held the sword almost instantaneously in front of her, and even Long Haochen's thrusting sword could not surpass her defense.

The girl behind the counter also became somewhat curious, "Little brother, what task do you want to take on?"

Nalan Shuye did not hold back, and together with Li Xin, sent Long Haochen to the door

As she spoke, Li Xin lowered her voice, a hint of mystery on her face as she leaned close to Long Haochen's ear and said: "Long Haochen, should I call you little brother or little sister"

"Sister Xin'er, how do I get to the Adventurers' Guild?" Long Haochen asked Li Xin as he was about to take his leave

Compared to the tranquility near the Knight Templar's Crescent Moon Branch, the environment around the Adventurers' Guild is much more chaotic, with a constant flow of people coming and going, all dressed in various attires

Despite wearing soft armor, the sensation of softness instantly transmitted to Long Haochen's hand. The words he originally intended to refute were suddenly rendered speechless, and his small face had already turned bright red.

"I, I also do not know," Long Haochen said honestly, but secretly thought to himself, it was you who took my hand and touched me, I did not intend to touch you!

Nalan Shuting, upon hearing her words, was not annoyed. He chuckled and said, "Even drinking water makes me gain weight; what can I do? Oh, is this little girl brought by you? Is she a relative of yours?"

The threshold for the skill of Divine Shielding is indeed the Radiant Knight, but this is the threshold of our Knight's Sanctuary, not the threshold for learning this skill. As long as one possesses talent, sufficient judgment, and reaction ability, and is taught by a knight of sixth rank or above, anyone can cultivate it. However, the prerequisite is that one must have the permission of our Knight's Sanctuary to be taught. In the past, there was a great knight who, due to his significant contributions, was also granted special permission to be taught.

Li Xin was filled with confusion, while on the other side, Long Haochen had already taken action

The young girl said with some difficulty: "Little brother, this might not be possible. Tasks of level 2 and above require a second-tier profession to accept."

With a dull thud, the fine iron sword struck fiercely against the black stone pillar

The third level is already above the dome of the first level hall. As soon as Long Haochen stepped into this place, he immediately sensed a peculiar atmosphere in the air. The third level is an extremely spacious hall, standing at a height of five meters, and there are no furnishings in sight. However, on the surrounding walls, there are various symbols and patterns, with a faint glow flowing through them.

Thank you. After receiving the two items and tucking them into his bosom, Long Haochen respectfully bowed to Nalan Shuxing

Radiant Knight, a sixth-tier knight title. Divine Shielding is the signature skill of the Radiant Knight, also regarded as one of the most overpowered skills in the knight profession

Watching him leave, Li Xin could hardly wait to ask Nalan Shu, "Uncle Nalan, what is the background of that little fellow? At his age, he surely cannot have made any outstanding contributions to our Knight's Sanctuary, right? How could he possibly have learned the Divine Shielding technique? Who is his teacher?"

Before Long Haochen could speak, a boisterous voice rang out again, "What little brother? Clearly, it's a little sister. Little sister, how about Uncle takes you to buy some lollipops, haha—" This remark from the burly man caused some nearby adventurers to burst into laughter.

One hundred and seven

Nalan Shu gradually came to his senses, and his gaze towards Long Haochen suddenly underwent a tremendous change, as if he had seen a rare treasure. A hint of flattery even appeared on his chubby face. "Your name is Long Haochen, right? How old are you this year?"

Nalan Shuwei smiled and said, "I can tell you this: he will return in two years. Moreover, he will stay at least until the selection of the Demon Hunter Alliance."

She was originally about to go out when she happened to see Long Haochen at the door. At first glance, she immediately recalled her own experience of infiltrating the Knight's Holy Temple, which greatly increased her fondness for Long Haochen, leading her to bring him inside. However, she soon realized that she had made a blunder, as she had taken the initiative to grab the little boy's hand and touch herself, which could be seen as inappropriate behavior towards a young boy. The frustration in Li Xin's heart was beyond words. Fortunately, the boy in front of her looked to be only around ten years old.

Regarding this requirement, Nalan Shudu found it too harsh. Even a准骑士 of level five or above might not be able to endure even a quarter of an hour under a true knight, let alone a young man like Long Haochen, who has just entered the准骑士 level.

Although Li Xin's eyes were filled with surprise, her innate talent as a knight genius was also displayed at this moment. She pushed her right foot back to stabilize her stance. At the same time, her body slightly bent forward, her right sword once again slashing upward, while her left sword darted forward like lightning, transforming into dozens of sword shadows that enveloped Long Haochen's body. Lightning Thrust, a third-tier skill of the knight.

Nalan Shudao: "It is like this, according to the usual procedure, as long as one's spiritual power reaches the required level, one is considered to have passed the assessment for becoming a knight. However, the master mentioned in the letter that you must challenge a knight and withstand their attacks for more than fifteen minutes; otherwise, it will not be considered a successful assessment."

Divine Shielding refers to the process of transforming a metal frame into a solid block of iron. While it may sound simple, it is, in fact, extremely difficult, as one cannot move during the moment of Divine Shielding. Therefore, it is essential to have sufficient foresight.

Long Haochen did not launch a counterattack this time; he raised his sword with his right hand, and in that instant, he gave the impression of being like a statue. Although it was merely a fleeting sensation, it nearly caused Nalan Shu, who was watching from the side, to pop his eyes out.

A swift and powerful thrust aimed directly at Li Xin's left shoulder surged forward, embodying a formidable momentum.

Long Haochen instinctively replied: "Ten years old"

With two sounds, Long Haochen's Cross Slash was blocked by a layer of golden light, rebounding back. At the same time, he quickly retreated a few steps, assuming a defensive posture. The previous series of attacks had also taken a considerable toll on him.

Bang—without any warning, Long Haochen suddenly stomped his right foot on the ground. The impact of this stomp unexpectedly halted his seemingly unstoppable charge in an instant, causing his body to come to a sudden stop. At the same time, the steel sword he had thrust forward quickly retracted, just in time to evade Li Xin's sweeping attack.

Indeed, it is a colossal figure, standing at least over 2 meters tall, and undoubtedly a formidable man with a height of 8 feet and a waist of 8 feet. Walking within the solid structure of the Hall of the Bright Moon, one can almost feel the ground trembling beneath him

With a hum, a soft blue halo suddenly illuminated directly from the walls surrounding the trial hall, and immediately after, an exact number appeared above the black stone pillar

The feeling of excitement instantly spread throughout his body; at that moment, Long Haochen felt that all the efforts he had made over the past year were worthwhile

In just one year, to elevate a child from a spiritual power of twenty-five to over one hundred, achieving a breakthrough to the second-tier profession, while it may not be unique in the Holy Magic Continent, it can certainly be described as a miracle

Indeed. Those two young knights did not dare to offer any rebuttal and respectfully responded with an acknowledgment

Hmm? Nalan Shuleng paused for a moment, while Li Xin suppressed her laughter and recounted the purpose of Long Haochen's journey.

Ah? The girl behind the counter looked at Long Haochen, who was only a head taller than the counter and had a beautiful face, and couldn't help but be momentarily stunned

Li Xinying's spirited and charming face suddenly turned pale with shock, "Uncle Nalan, you can't be serious, right? That is the Divine Guardian Block of the Radiant Knights? Impossible, this is absolutely impossible. Wasn't it said that only the Radiant Knights can learn the Divine Guardian Block?"

"Stop it, what's going on!" Li Xinyu said in frustration, falling to the ground, looking at Long Haochen, who was still in a defensive posture, with a puzzled expression.

"Master Nalan, have I passed the assessment?" Long Haochen inquired

With a sudden crisp sound, Li Xin was unexpectedly knocked back, left in a state of shock and disbelief.

Li Xin said: "It is precisely because they possess the Throne of Divine Seals and have gained its recognition that they can become Divine Seal Knights! Do not think of this as merely a few chairs; each Throne of Divine Seals is a true artifact, marked with the imprint left by the divine. My goal is to one day become a Divine Seal Knight."

It is important to note that her spiritual power is at least double that of Long Haochen, and with her attack coming from the air, even if she were to hold back, her offensive capability would still be considerable. In Li Xin's view, she should at least be able to force Long Haochen back. However, in reality, it was she who was repelled. Her hand gripping the sword went numb.

With a step forward, Li Xin leaped up, her right hand wielding the sword aimed directly at Long Haochen's head. At that moment, she felt quite frustrated, as she had been forced by this little fellow, a level one knight, to resort to the Ascension Array, a sacred energy skill, to deflect his attack, leaving her face flushed with embarrassment. She needed to regain some dignity.

At that moment, Li Xin's lightning strike had reached Long Haochen. In that instant, Nalan Shu wanted to call for a stop, and Li Xin was also preparing to halt her actions.

"Naturally, it has been approved. Please wait a moment while I go fetch the items that Lord Xingyu has asked you to take back." As he spoke, Nalan Shu swiftly turned and left. However, the tumultuous waves in his heart showed no signs of calming down.

Seeing Li Xin put away her weapons, Long Haochen also sheathed his dual swords, feeling somewhat embarrassed as he looked at the gloomy-faced Li Xin, unsure of what to say.

The first floor of the Haoyue Branch Hall is primarily for reception, the second floor serves as an office for handling various affairs, while the third floor is designated for trials and assessments. The residence specifically for the knights of the Haoyue Branch Hall is located in a dedicated retreat behind the branch hall

At the very moment the fine iron sword was retracted, the blade gleamed instantaneously, and then, with a speed at least twice as fast as before, it shot forward like lightning, still aimed at Li Xin's left shoulder

Nalan Shu asked Long Haochen: "Do you know what your teacher sent you here to do?"

Long Haochen followed Nalan Shu all the way to the third floor, and the curious Li Xin also came along.

"Master Nalan, has my assessment been passed?" Long Haochen was unaware of what the two before him were so astonished about, and he inquired.

Two people walked into a spacious room on the second floor. Li Xin said, "This is where Uncle Nalan works. It's a bit early right now; he hasn't arrived at the hall yet. But he should be here soon."

Not only they, but even Long Haochen himself was taken aback. Has my spiritual power really reached one hundred and seven? Since testing at twenty-five points of spiritual power in the Odin Temple, this was his first test again, and he did not expect this result. One year, only one year, and my spiritual power has actually reached this level. A quasi-knight, I have actually become a quasi-knight.

However, the sword in Long Haochen's right hand, which had been swept away earlier, moved.

Nalan Shuitui took a few steps back and said in a deep voice, "Let’s begin." With him acting as the referee, he was confident that neither side would harm the other.

Upon entering the Hall of the Bright Moon, Long Haochen was immediately struck by a sense of ancient grandeur. The floor was laid with bluish-gray stone slabs, and on either side, a total of twelve massive stone pillars supported the entire hall. Directly in front of the hall, there were six enormous stone chairs, each standing one zhang high, intricately carved with numerous patterns that Long Haochen had never seen before.

As the two swords clashed, Long Haochen's thrust struck one-third of the way up Li Xin's long sword. The difference in force between a horizontal block and a direct thrust was too great. Therefore, even though Li Xin's spiritual power far exceeded that of Long Haochen, she could not help but stumble back two steps after passively blocking this attack

I want to take on a secondary task. Preferably something related to hunting monsters. "Long Haochen's brows furrowed even deeper, yet he still spoke to the girl behind the counter.

"Xin'er, what are you doing here with me?" At that moment, a deep and resonant voice sounded.

Long Haochen shook his head and said, "No, not at all! I am merely responding to the moves as they come."

The effect of the skill "Divine Shield" is quite simple; it instantaneously transforms one's defense into a cohesive whole. In simpler terms, if one were to describe a person's defense as an iron frame, then when the attacking power exceeds the strength of this iron frame, it can be cleaved apart. However, if the same volume and hardness of the iron frame were melted down into a solid block of iron, the same level of attacking power would naturally be unable to break through it.

The knight's thrust skill can enhance attack speed while also concentrating spiritual power. Coupled with the pure white blade, which itself concentrates spiritual energy, the power of this strike has significantly surpassed Long Haochen's own 107 units of spiritual power

Long Haochen took a deep breath to calm the frustration within him, and then he took out a letter from his bosom and handed it to Nalan Shu.

Long Haochen quickly found the location of his second task, the Adventurers' Guild, following the route indicated by Li Xin

Long Haochen's flexible right arm swept beside him, and during his second charge, he only took three steps. However, as his foot landed on the third step, his body seemed somewhat unstable. Using the tip of his toes as a pivot, he swiftly executed a spin, raising his left hand sword. The pure white blade, shimmering with a faint white light, rushed towards Li Xin with a sharp aura.

Nalan Shudian nodded and said: "Lord Xingyu has sent you here for the preliminary knight assessment. Let us begin now; you may attack this black stone pillar with all your strength from any direction."

Long Haochen was overjoyed, grasping Li Xin's hand, and said: "Thank you, sister, my name is Long Haochen"

Since he has had memory, he has never been this close to anyone, not even to his mother! Although he does not yet understand what it means for a man to touch a woman's breast, the shyness buried in his subconscious is instantly released, and his face seems as if it could bleed from embarrassment

To break through the divine barrier, one must possess at least three times the spiritual power of the skill caster. Additionally, it also depends on the caster's mastery of the divine barrier.

At this moment, there was no one around. Long Haochen stepped forward and said to a girl in her twenties behind the counter: "Sister, I would like to take on a task"

The pure white blade and the thrust. The two knight skills were almost perfectly fused together and unleashed. Moreover, it happened to be activated at the very moment when Li Xin made her sweeping motion.

Uncle Nalan, could you please clarify this matter? What is going on? Does Haochen really only possess the spiritual power of a Level 1 Squire? But how did he manage to repel me?

"I am coming, I am coming." Li Xin approached almost without hesitation, as the handsome young boy before her sparked her immense curiosity. A ten-year-old aspiring knight, what does that even mean? She had to find out just how much combat power this little aspiring knight possessed

"Uncle Nalan, what is the matter with you?" Li Xin asked in confusion

Nalan Shuqing sighed softly, shook his head, and said: "I cannot tell you these things. You only need to know that his divine protection and defense fully comply with the regulations of our temple. In the near future, it is likely that our Haoyue Temple will become well-known. Xin'er, do you see? You are not the only genius in this world! You must work hard in your cultivation; otherwise, when the alliance selects the demon-hunting team four years from now, you may return empty-handed." Xin'er, do you see? You are not the only genius in this world! You must work hard in your cultivation; otherwise, when the alliance selects the demon-hunting team four years from now, you may return empty-handed.

A year's time has already laid a solid foundation for him physically

Upon hearing the words "Knight Qualification Assessment," Li Xin, who was nearby, thought there was something wrong with her hearing

Li Xin's palms are long and strong, yet the skin on her palms is noticeably rough, clearly a result of frequent sword practice. In contrast, when Long Haochen's hand is held in hers, it conveys a different sensation. Among his peers, Long Haochen's hands are also quite long, but Li Xin feels that his hands are very soft, making the grip quite comfortable.

The young girl extended her right hand towards Long Haochen and said, "Little brother, my name is Li Xin. Come, I will take you to meet Uncle Nalan"

Long Haochen said with some confusion: "I do not know what Divine Shield Block is; the teacher only mentioned that it is a blocking skill"

Defense, counterattack

"Sister, what is that?" Long Haochen asked curiously, pointing at the six stone chairs.

"Uncle Nalan, you really should lose some weight, or perhaps you should move to the first floor. Otherwise, one day our Bright Moon Branch might just collapse from within," Li Xin said irritably

Moreover, if the Divine Guard is cultivated to a certain level, it can even temporarily convert a portion of the opponent's attack power into one's own strength for use in the next attack or defense after a block. It is not without reason that the ultimate form of the Divine Guard is referred to as the Divine Defense.

However, by the time she wanted to sneak over to take a look, Nalan Shu had already put the letter away. He then nodded at Long Haochen and said, "Come with me." As he spoke, he turned and walked outside.

Oh, our Adventurers' Guild is truly eclectic now! It's just hilarious to see such little ones coming to take on quests

Ding—

"Ah, why so shy! Little sister, you are truly adorable. Don't worry, from now on in our Haoyue Branch Hall, your sister will take good care of you." As she spoke, Li Xin chuckled and pinched Long Haochen's little face.

While speaking, Li Xin noticed the shocked expression on Nalan Shu's face; this time, it was as if he had turned into a statue, standing there in a daze.

As the black gleam flickered, Long Haochen drew a fine iron sword. The moment the longsword was in his hand, his entire demeanor underwent a dramatic transformation

Not long after, Nalan Shu returned, handing two items to Long Haochen. One was a round badge engraved with a shield and sword, and the other was a golden gemstone the size of a chicken egg

As she spoke, Li Xin drew the twin swords from her back. Compared to the simple fine iron sword in Long Haochen's hand, her twin swords appeared much more exquisite, emanating a faint golden glow. Each sword measured three feet and two inches in length, with runes engraved on the blades that radiated a rich aura of sanctity

As a knight of the earth, Nalan Shu's understanding of the Divine Guard skill far surpasses that of Li Xin; however, it is precisely for this reason that his shock is even more profound.

Long Haochen turned his head and saw a burly warrior with a full beard looking at him with disdain, laughing heartily.

Nalan Shushen took a deep breath, calming his agitated emotions, and murmured: "Indeed, it is the Divine Guard Block, it must be. Xin'er, I have seen the Divine Guard Block more than once; whether it is the Guardian Knight or the Retribution Knight, upon reaching the level of the Radiant Knight, this skill is essential. If it were not for the Divine Guard Block, Haochen would not have been able to withstand your strike just now. No wonder, no wonder Lord Xingyu would allow him to challenge the knight. With the existence of the Divine Guard Block, it is not impossible to withstand a knight's attack for a quarter of an hour."

With a loud bang, the sword strike that Long Haochen unleashed with all his might collided first with the upward slash from Li Xin. Although in terms of spiritual power, Long Haochen and Li Xin were at least a hundred apart, this strike of his was propelled by skill and the momentum of a follow-up attack. As the two swords met, neither gained an advantage; in fact, it was Li Xin's body that swayed slightly.

Li Xin, holding dual swords, fixed her gaze on Long Haochen, and was secretly taken aback. The way he held his weapon revealed a striking change in his demeanor; he was no longer the shy and bashful youth he once was. Instead, he exuded a cold and sharp presence that subtly conveyed a sense of pressure.

Li Xin, fearing that she might hurt Long Haochen, naturally did not use her full strength. Not only was her attack blocked, but Long Haochen also seized the opportunity to launch a counterattack

Long Haochen frowned but did not pay him any attention. He turned again to the girl behind the counter and said, "Sister, I would like to take on a task."

Long Haochen's efforts are undoubtedly commendable, but the daily immersion in the medicinal hot spring provided by Xingyu, along with the previous treatment of his meridians by the powerful figure from the Assassin's Temple, also plays a significant role. Without the daily soaking in the medicinal hot spring, how could Long Haochen possibly continue his cultivation? It is likely that just one fainting spell would require him to rest for over a week.

Thank you, Sister Xin'er, it is a pleasure to meet you. I will take my leave now. Lord Nalan, goodbye

A layer of pale golden light emanated from Li Xin, and her right hand thrust the sword into the ground. A surge of golden light suddenly erupted, rising at least two meters high.

Li Xin stood aside, feeling quite curious. As the master of the Haoyue Branch, Nalan Shu is a genuine Earth Knight, a fifth-tier profession. He is also one of the few strong figures in the Temple Alliance. It is indeed suspicious that a mere letter could make someone as carefree as him behave so respectfully.

As she spoke, Li Xin had already taken Long Haochen up to the second floor. From the outside, the Haoyue Branch Hall appeared quite tall, but in reality, it only had three floors because each level inside was very high.

Nalan Shu's eyes lit up, skill interruption

Ah? Long Haochen was taken aback, looking at her in confusion.

Li Xin smiled faintly, her left sword calmly lifting upward to block Long Haochen's attack, while her right sword did not rush to strike. She wanted to see just how capable this little fellow was when it came to attacking

This is the first time Long Haochen has heard the title of "Divine Seal Knight"; Xingyu has never told him about the matters concerning the Divine Seal Knight.

Long Haochen and Li Xin turned their heads simultaneously, only to see a colossal creature walking in.

Li Xin said: "The Adventurers' Guild is not far from here. Look, turn right at the intersection ahead, and after walking about one kilometer, turn left and you will arrive."

While speaking, she also took Long Haochen's hand and pressed it against her swollen chest

Li Xin said with some distress: "But how can your hands be so soft? And you look so beautiful? Could it be that I really made a blunder? What a loss, I was touched. Little brother, tell me how you will compensate me."

The smile that once graced Li Xin's eyes had now completely vanished. Struck by a lightning bolt, she found herself in a phase where her old strength had just faded and her new strength had yet to emerge. Moreover, she had never anticipated that Long Haochen could withstand this blow, and thus, she had not prepared any follow-up moves to respond.

This is the rank badge of a Knight-in-Training, with the star on it representing your rank as a Level 1 Knight-in-Training. You may take the assessment again whenever you make a breakthrough. This Awakening Stone is something Lord Xingyu has instructed you to bring back. Be sure to keep it safe

Long Haochen shook his head and said: "No, I can't. The teacher has assigned me a task to complete. I need to hurry and go."

Li Xin's face flushed red and then pale, and after a while, she said somewhat helplessly: "Alright, I’ll let you off this time. However, you must keep it a secret! Don’t let anyone else know. From now on, I will be your sister, and it seems nothing is wrong with a sister touching her younger brother a little."

Nalan Shu and Li Xin gasped once again, a ten-year-old aspiring knight? This can no longer be described merely as genius; it would be more fitting to call him a prodigy.

Nalan Shu walked all the way to the center of the trial hall before stopping. A soft blue light emanated from his right hand, and suddenly, a pillar-like entity rose from the ground. It was entirely black, and its material was indiscernible.

"Divine Shield? Xiao Haochen, quickly tell me, was what you just executed the Divine Shield?" Nalan Shusan took a few steps and rushed in front of Long Haochen, his eyes filled with urgency and shock.

Just go home quickly and have some milk. I wonder if your mother still has any milk for you. If she does, how about letting me have a couple of bites? Looking at your handsome appearance, I guess your mother must be quite something too. It would be even more perfect if you had a sister or something like that.

"Very well, please designate a knight," Long Haochen said, while drawing another fine iron sword with his left hand.

"Sister, be careful." Long Haochen said in a low voice, already moving his feet. Each step he took was not very long, but his pace was extremely fast, executing a knight's short-distance charge. With his dual swords, one was positioned in front and the other was held behind his back, almost instantaneously reaching Li Xin's side.

Li Xin looked somewhat dejectedly at the retreating Long Haochen, "Alright! Little guy, it took me using the Ascension Formation to counter your attack. Be careful now, sister is going to strike."

I am a man. It would be one thing to be misunderstood by Li Xin, considering I had touched her, but for this chubby uncle to say the same thing was simply unbearable for Long Haochen, who could not contain his anger and immediately shouted out.

How old is Long Haochen? At most eleven or twelve, right? He has already been referred to as the strongest genius in the history of the Moonlight Branch, and it was only at the age of thirteen that he passed the knight qualification assessment. From Nalan Shu's expression, it does not seem like he is joking, and judging by his tone, could this young Haochen's teacher be of a higher rank than Nalan Hall Master? Could he possibly be a sixth-tier Radiant Knight? My goodness! A Radiant Knight can already be called the master of the knight hall in the major cities of the Temple Alliance. It does not seem like Nalan Shu is joking, and judging by his tone, could this young Haochen's teacher be of a higher rank than Nalan Hall Master? Could he possibly be a sixth-tier Radiant Knight? My goodness! A Radiant Knight can already be called the master of the knight hall in the major cities of the Temple Alliance. How could he allow his disciple to come to the Moonlight Branch for assessment?

Being able to sneak out of her home to choose to become a knight, one can imagine the girl's personality. With her carefree nature, she quickly found a flimsy excuse for herself and decided not to dwell on it any longer