CHAPTER 240 THE TEENAGER IN GREY (PART TWO)

"Did his talent reach the level nine of the Earth Degree?" Violet said in disbelief, unable to accept the

sudden turn of events.

'A cultivator whose talent is at the level eight of Earth Degree would still find it difficult to master the exclusive content.

legendary martial skills. If the teenager in grey could use a legendary martial skill, he definitely has a

talent worthy of the level nine of the Earth Degree. That's the only explanation for his being able to

comprehend such complicated martial skills.

Turns out he is the real genius... One who has hidden his strength!' Boyce thought.

The teenager who wore grey clothes nodded at Tom. He turned to look at Billy and said, "If you were

my opponent, you would have lost your life."

Although the teenager wasn't a talker, he couldn't endure bossy people like Billy and would have shown

him no mercy.

Billy was so furious that the blue veins popped out of his forehead. Despite that, he didn't snap back for

he could tell by his tone that the teenager wanted him dead. If he uttered a word, he was afraid that the

teenager might take his life for real.

"We have twenty-five participants who can receive the second test. Now, I am going to select three

participants to take part in the finals, for the top three ranking. Violet Wang, Bowen Xiao, and Darren

Chu, get ready for the finals," the guardian announced.

"What? It's not fair! Why can't I join the finals?" Billy bellowed at the guardian as he jumped to his feet

abruptly.

The guardian glanced at him nonchalantly before saying, "Anyone who has a problem with my

arrangement can challenge the one I choose. But I must warn you that killing is a must on the field,

given such a situation. Billy, if you'd like to alter my arrangement, please come over here and fight your

opponent."

"Hold on. What are you saying? Killing is a must? Is this really the rule in the tests of the Ancient Void

Battlefield?" Billy asked in a low voice, feeling uneasy. He raised an objection mostly because he

wanted to let the rest know that he was powerful enough to join the finals. After all, he was a prideful

man and his reputation was everything to him. He initially thought the guardian would ignore him, but to

his surprise, the elder accepted his request. Now, he felt like he bit more than he could chew.

"No, this is the rule I made," the guardian said coldly.

"Umm..." Billy was speechless. He looked as though he was just stripped naked and humiliated in front

of everyone. Despite that, he tried to weasel his way out of the situation. "Mr. Guardian, there is no

need to change the rule for me. I think you're right; it's best for me not to join the competition. Thank

you all the same," he mumbled, not quite meeting the guardian's eyes.

"Shame on you," Violet scolded with disgust at his cowardice.

Billy's face darkened with rage. Since he was in no position to defend himself, he had to swallow his

anger and act like he was still as strong as he claimed. He gave a displeased snort and then threw

Violet a glare.

"You three can choose to fight. The one who leaves the field first takes the third prize. I must say,

though, that the champion will not only get the first prize, but I will also grant one of his or her wishes.

The rest who didn't make it to the finals may now leave. And you three... you may start the fight," the

guardian said. As the rest left the stage, a golden spell restriction covered the field.

Tom had disappointment written all over his face. Although he was unhappy with the result, he admitted

that he was no match for Bowen Xiao, that young man in grey.

"Looks like there are many people who are more powerful than I. I've always been proud of myself

because I am a superior talent, but now I've realized that I have a long way to go. I failed the first test,"

Tom murmured dejectedly.

"Tom, cheer up. The teenager you fought most likely has a talent of level nine of the Earth Degree,

same as Darren. It's not embarrassing to be defeated by such a talented person. So don't be so upset,"

Boyce comforted. He was genuinely trying to make Tom feel better.

"Darren? Are you referring to the lad who took Don out in a second? Is his talent really at level nine of

the Earth Degree?"

"Yes. Have you forgotten that? Without your help, Darren couldn't have had the chance to take the test

here," Boyce replied.

This made Tom all the more frustrated. He still remembered how effortlessly Darren had eliminated

Don. 'Yes, he could be on par with that teenager in grey, ' he thought with a heavy heart. How he

wished he was on par with them both.

"Tom, if you really want to take the second test, I will ask Darren to speak to the guardian and let you

continue the next trial," Boyce proposed in an effort to make him feel better. He was sorry to see Tom in

such low spirits. What was more, he was worried that this failure might hold him back in his later

cultivation. What if he couldn't get over this loss? Everything he worked so hard for would just go to

waste. He didn't want that to happen.

"Umm... Do you think Darren can win the first prize? But even if he does, I am afraid he will not waste

such a good chance on me," Tom responded with a hesitant expression. Despite his reservations and

doubts, Boyce's words gave him a dash of hope. 'This first trial tested one's talent. I'm sure the

qualified participants will restore their cultivation base in the next test. If I had the chance to continue

the test, I believe that I might be able to make it to the eleventh test, ' Tom thought.

"Darren is a good person. If I speak for you, he might agree to help you. I hope he can win the game,"

Boyce reassured him with a smile.

"Well, then, thank you," Tom said, wishing Darren could take the first prize. His gaze shifted to the field.

Boyce nodded and focused his gaze on the stage, too.

The fight had begun. The three on the stage had started releasing their tremendous aura, which made

the rest hold their breaths and tense up.

Everyone's eyes were fixed on the three. The battle, one that everyone would remember for a long

time, was about to break out.