I Can Extract Divine Power

Chapter 338 - 151: Fantasy Battle Royale

Only the members wearing red silk ribbons were in charge of the internal exam.

Shen Bai’s arrival naturally caught the attention of two Observatory members with red ribbons, and they immediately walked over.

"Greetings, Lord Shen," the two said, cupping their fists in salute to Shen Bai.

Shen Bai asked, "You know me?"

The two nodded. The Observatory member on the left spoke up.

"Lord Shen’s name has long been circulating within the Observatory, and your title, Six Extremes Young Master, is especially renowned."

Shen Bai shook his head. "That’s just an empty title. By the way, everyone is waiting out here. Aren’t we going into the examination area?"

The Observatory member shook his head. "It’s not time yet. We have about half an hour to go. Lord Shen and this gentleman can wait out here."

Shen Bai looked around but didn’t see an entrance anywhere.

But the red-ribboned Observatory member didn’t explain, and Shen Bai didn’t ask any more questions.

So Shen Bai cupped his fists, said nothing more, and found a spot with Ouyang Sword to sit down and wait patiently.

The surrounding Observatory members were all here to participate in the exam, and every so often, their gazes would sweep over Shen Bai.

Ouyang Sword was completely obsessed with the Sword Dao; participating in this internal exam was actually his master’s idea.

Left to his own devices, he couldn’t have been bothered to come.

So for someone so devoted to the Sword Dao, those glances meant nothing.

As for Shen Bai, he was more than used to such attention and could sit there with perfect composure, waiting patiently.

The two exchanged a few words while they waited.

Suddenly, Shen Bai felt a gaze that was far from ordinary.

He subconsciously turned his head and saw three people a short distance away, staring intently at him.

Shen Bai frowned and asked, "Brother Ouyang, do you know those three?"

Ouyang Sword glanced over and shook his head. "No, I don’t know them."

Shen Bai stroked his chin. "Probably just three more overconfident guys who are up to something."

Besides a hint of wariness, their gazes were filled with an intense eagerness, as if they couldn’t wait to test their skills against him.

Of course, Shen Bai didn’t get up to ask them about it. He couldn’t be bothered with such things.

Just then, the sound of footsteps interrupted Shen Bai’s thoughts.

Shen Bai turned his head to see a rather plump Observatory member walking over.

This Observatory member had long hair, held back by a ribbon.

His Observatory uniform was extra-large, draping over his portly figure, but his belly still bulged prominently.

Obesity was not something one normally saw in a cultivator.

Barring those with unusual preferences, it was usually a result of their Cultivation Technique.

Shen Bai figured that being as large as the man before him was likely not by choice.

When the heavy-set Observatory member got closer, he broke into a smile. Combined with his plump, honest-looking face, it created a rather friendly impression.

"Greetings, Lord Shen. And to you, Brother Ouyang."

The plump Observatory member cupped his fists and sat down beside Shen Bai with an easy familiarity.

Shen Bai narrowed his eyes. "And who might you be? Everyone else avoids me like the plague, yet you approach me directly. Interesting."

’In Shen Bai’s eyes, the other Observatory members couldn’t avoid him fast enough. This guy was the only one to approach him, so he definitely wanted something.’

Sure enough, as soon as Shen Bai finished speaking, the plump Observatory member immediately spoke up.

"My name is Xu Qian, a member of the Observatory from Taolin State. It is truly an honor to meet you, Lord Shen."

Xu Qian maintained a constant smile as he spoke, yet it didn’t feel forced. On the contrary, it came across as quite sincere.

Shen Bai stroked his chin. "So it’s Brother Xu. Why don’t you tell me what you’ve come to see me about? Let’s not beat around the bush. Just be direct."

’He hadn’t come here to make friends. He was here to get through this internal exam so he could go back to grinding his Skill Level. He didn’t have time for idle chatter.’

’If anyone got in his way this time, he’d beat them into a state where they couldn’t even care for themselves. There was no room for discussion.’

Xu Qian chuckled. "Back in my city, I’m considered the most talented prodigy. But here, I’m nothing special. I know my own limitations, so I don’t expect to achieve any great results in this exam."

"I’m really just here to make some friends."

Shen Bai lowered his hand and let out a soft, "Oh."

’In this world, some were obsessed with power, and others with strength. Then there were those who made their name by building a wide network of friends.’

’Shen Bai had read in the Observatory’s records that people like this had appeared many years ago.’

’They made friends far and wide and led very comfortable lives in the Jianghu.’

Seeing Shen Bai’s cold attitude, Xu Qian wasn’t deterred. He leaned in a little closer and whispered, "Lord Shen, you think there’s something off about those men, don’t you?"

Shen Bai nodded. "That’s right. The way they’re looking at me... it’s like they’re itching for a fight."

Xu Qian clapped his hands. "Exactly! Those three are among the most promising candidates this time: Fire Priest Lv Bei, Shuanggou Xiangquan, and Poison Master Chen Yu."

"Oh?" Hearing this, a flicker of interest appeared in Shen Bai’s eyes.

"I’ve heard of those three."

Back at the inn, Shen Bai had heard people discussing them. They were considered some of the most promising contenders in this internal exam.