222: shock

"This...?"

Zhang Huaiyuan and the other successful Examinee looked at each other, seeing the shock in each other's eyes.

When they had previously checked the rules.

It stated that the assessment for every Tower of Knowledge was unlimited in time, provided it was completed within the total period of one hundred years.

Now, these people were actually being directly expelled from the Virtual Tower's assessment area?

"Brother, Human Race?"

"Mhm."

Zhang Huaiyuan nodded politely at the person who approached him.

"The Human Race isn't having an easy time right now."

The Examinee sighed, then lowered his voice and said, "Brother, something isn't right. I've never heard of Examinees being directly expelled."

"Who knows? I saw a line at the end of the announcement saying the right of final interpretation belongs to the Time Traveler Association. Changing things is just a matter of their word."

Zhang Huaiyuan shrugged and joked.

"That's true. Speaking of which, brother, your talent is quite good. How long did it take you to come out?"

"17..."

"17 minutes?!"

"17 seconds."

"Wh..."

"The two of you, follow me."

Just then, that Unique Existence suddenly spoke and floated into the interior.

Zhang Huaiyuan immediately stopped chatting and followed.

The other trial taker was obviously stunned by the answer "17 seconds," froze for two seconds, and then quickly chased after them.

The look in his eyes was as if he were looking at a monster.

After they left, a Scholar wearing a medal walked out of the void and took over the position.

Clearly, this was the original Examiner.

On the other side, Zhang Huaiyuan naturally knew nothing of this.

His gaze was currently fixed tightly on the unique lifeform ahead, completely ignoring everything else.

Meanwhile, the other Examinee had long since disappeared.

There was no other reason.

After formally entering the range of the Virtual Tower, whether the other party did it intentionally or not...

With every step, an Illusory World rushed toward him.

Three... four... five... When they stacked up to ten, even with the help of True Sight, the infinite symbols and programs almost completely overlapped, and there was no time to distinguish or analyze them.

The only thing he could do was closely follow the only distinct presence within his sight.

"Oh? He can still keep up."

The Unique Existence leading the way felt a slight curiosity in his heart.

Given his status, he naturally didn't need to personally conduct the assessment. Even the so-called geniuses who appear once every ten thousand or hundred thousand years were negligible in his eyes.

The reason he sent an Avatar was that he happened to detect a familiar aura.

He has an Avatar responsible for the proxy operation of intelligent systems for major powers across the All Heavens and Myriad Realms. Previously, when reclaiming operational rights in one area, he sensed this native from a low-level world.

This native actually broke through the world level barrier and researched an intelligent lifeform based on level 3 rules in a native world.

Even the mysterious Destiny influenced him, causing him to inadvertently lend a hand.

"Not bad... not bad."

Looking at Zhang Huaiyuan, who was still following him, the Strange Existence showed a hint of satisfaction in his eyes.

He replaced the original assessment just to see exactly what this guy's talent was like.

"I want to see where his limit is."

Twenty... thirty... As the virtual worlds stacked up one by one, the effect of True Sight became a burden at this moment. The infinite analysis pouring into his mind almost exploded his brain.

But if he closed the ability, he would immediately lose direction and become lost in the dozens of stacked worlds.

"Damn it... Why is it so difficult? The assessment hasn't even started yet. I refuse to believe I can't even walk down a single path!"

Zhang Huaiyuan grew fierce in his heart, his eyes bloodshot and red.

His entire face grew increasingly pale, and his body began to sway unsteadily, yet he still gritted his teeth and kept following.

Forty... forty-one... "Hmm?"

When he crossed the fortieth virtual world, at the top of the Virtual Tower, a string of symbols condensed into a giant eye, quietly looking down.

Immediately afterward, projections flashed, and various Majestic Lifeforms of different shapes appeared simultaneously.

"Interesting... To still be able to distinguish direction under the pressure of forty-three layers of virtual worlds. It's been a long time since I've seen such a talented young man."

A rumbling voice sounded, as if the entire world was resonating.

"Forty-five layers. Even an ordinary Intermediate Scholar would probably lose direction. This kid must have had many special experiences and abilities."

"Indeed. Teacher Kraft actually sent an Avatar down personally. It seems we might have a Junior apprentice brother."

An existence whose appearance couldn't be clearly seen chuckled lightly:

"It's just... how should we give him credits? Logically speaking, being able to walk out of over forty layers of virtual worlds is equivalent to at least 50 creditss. This score will probably cause a stir among many insignificant clowns."

"Give him what he deserves. When has my Void Tower ever been afraid?"

The giant eye drooped slightly, and a low voice sounded:

"Since Kraft has intervened, let him decide this matter."

"Very well."

At the same time, when the forty-seventh virtual world pressed down, like the final straw, Zhang Huaiyuan felt his brain was about to explode. His vision went black, and he could no longer hold on.

"Very good."

The next moment, with a word of praise, all the Virtual Illusions dissipated.

After recovering for a full half hour, Zhang Huaiyuan finally managed to regain his composure. Seeing the Unique Existence still standing quietly before him, he quickly bowed and said:

"Senior, I apologize. This Junior is lacking in talent and knowledge, unable to even pass through the Virtual Illusions. I have kept you waiting."

"Lacking in talent and knowledge?"

Kraft couldn't help but laugh dumbfounded, "You held out through forty-seven layers of Virtual Illusions. Judging purely by your talent in this discipline, perhaps even the person ranked Overall Rank One wouldn't compare to you."

"Hmm...?"

Zhang Huaiyuan was slightly stunned. Could that just now have been part of the assessment?

"Look at your wrist."

Before he could clear his thoughts, a reminder came.

He subconsciously reached out and glanced at it.

"Current number of assessments passed: 45. Total creditss: 45. Highest Single-Subject credits: 45 (Virtual Tower)."

"45!"

Zhang Huaiyuan cried out in surprise, feeling a wave of joy in his heart.

He hadn't expected that just by breaking through some virtual worlds, he would obtain a single-subject score second only to History's Overall Rank Two!

"Not bad. Your talent in this discipline is very high. Are you interested in joining my Virtual Tower?"

Kraft said with a smile.

In fact, based on his performance, giving him 50 points wouldn't be excessive.

But that would be too shocking and easily attract the competition of the 'Old Sixes' from the other Towers of Knowledge.

"Of course I'm willing, Senior. However, this Junior's creditss don't seem to be enough..."

Hearing this, Zhang Huaiyuan responded without hesitation.

"You don't need to worry about the creditss. Even if you scored 0 in all the other towers, the doors of my Virtual Tower will be open for you."

Hearing his affirmative reply, the smile on Kraft's face deepened.

"However, it doesn't hurt to go and participate. These creditss will automatically be converted to your account after the assessment is over, and you can use them to purchase interesting things in the Association Store."

"Thank you, Senior."

Zhang Huaiyuan nodded, his heart settling down.

This is secured!

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