Chapter 105: Nothing Is Ever That Easy!

The entire pavilion fell into stunned silence. Every disciple and staff present stood frozen, their faces etched with disbelief.

But among them all, the most shocked was none other than the Minor Elder himself.

His voice trembled as he screamed,

"W-W-What the hell just happened?! How in the world did a High-Tier Mythical-Grade Artifact shatter into pieces?!"

His gaze fell upon the remains of the orb, now nothing more than lifeless shards scattered across the floor.

"This artifact was said to be capable of appraising abilities even beyond Heavenly-Grade… One of the Oldest and Most Treasured Artifacts in the sect's history! And yet—it Broke?"

"Was it simply too ancient to endure any longer? Or… was there another reason?"

A cold sweat ran down his back as another thought struck him.

"More importantly... how am I supposed to answer to the higher-ups?!"

In a distant corner of the chamber…

Reon's shock mirrored that of the others, though for entirely different reasons.

"A... High Tier... Mythical-Grade Artifact?"

His mind raced.

"The novel described the Sect Disciple Selection Ceremony's artifact as a Low-Tier Legendary-Grade Artifact. At best, I expected it to be Mid or High-Tier Legendary. But this…?"

A slow smirk formed on his lips.

"So, they really went all out... Huh!."

His gaze flickered with amusement before he turned away.

"Well… it has nothing to do with me. I should slip away before things get even more complicated."

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Inside the chamber, nearly every disciple erupted into hushed whispers.

Murmur!

Murmur!

"Hey… what just happened?"

"I think the artifact shattered because it was too old."

"No, no! It was because of Young Master Shou Bing! His constitution must be so powerful that even the artifact couldn't handle it and exploded!"

"Bah! Stop flattering your so-called 'Young Master.' How could an artifact capable of appraising Beyond Heavenly-Grade just break like that?"

"Yeah, even if an ability surpassed the artifact's limits, it would only malfunction—Not Shatter. For it to Explode like that… the ability must be on an Unmeasurable Level, perhaps even… Impossible to Quantify."

"Yes! You're right! There's no way that spoiled brat awakened something so powerful."

"What do you know, you bastard? Young Master Shou is the most talented person in the world!" one of Shou Bing's loyal followers shouted.

The entire hall turned toward him as if he had grown a second head.

The discussion quickly turned into a heated debate—some supporting Shou Bing, but most dismissing the idea outright.

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On the Upper Floor…

Even the top disciples were left in utter confusion.

"Hey… do you think it's possible that Shou Bing is really… that person?"

"Well… there's a chance."

"No way. How could a Mythical-Grade artifact shatter just from evaluating someone's ability? I think it was already broken to begin with."

While the others debated, Yi Ran and Zi Chen remained silent.

Suddenly—

Zi Chen stood up.

"Damn it. What a complete waste of my time."

His frustration was evident as his grip tightened

"I should've spent it honing my sword instead. After all… I now have a worthy opponent who deserves to face its full force."

Yi Ran, deep in thought, let out a quiet sigh—Disappointment Flickering in her eyes.

Then—

"Listen, disciples!"

The Minor Elder's voice thundered through the chamber, instantly silencing the crowd.

"Shou Bing is suspected of possessing an extraordinary ability, but we cannot confirm anything yet. A full report detailing today's events will be sent to the higher-ups—they will determine the next course of action."

He turned his sharp gaze toward Shou Bing.

Shou Bing stiffened as a cold shiver ran down his spine.

"But," the Minor Elder continued, his voice heavy with authority, "if no such ability is found… then he will likely be held accountable for the destruction of a High-Tier Mythical-Grade Artifact."

The weight of his words settled over the crowd like a storm cloud.

"For now, this investigation is concluded. Everyone is dismissed."

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Elsewhere…

Reon walked through the sect grounds, lost in thought.

"I never expected the artifact to actually shatter… That means my ability is far beyond the grasp of even a Mythical-Grade appraisal artifact."

"Maybe a Saint-Grade appraisal artifact could measure it… but I doubt even Supreme Dao Sect or any of the Overlord Sects possess one. Which means, at least here in the Sleeping Dragon Continent, I have nothing to worry about."

"However…"

His eyes darkened.

"If I ever set foot in the Spirit Rain Continent—the Land of Awakeners… then things might be different. There, powerful Appraisers may be able to uncover the truth of my constitution."

"Still… I have no plans to go there anytime soon. But I must find a way to hide my constitution—especially now that it has caused a Global-Level Dark Cloud Phenomenon."

A chilling thought crossed his mind.

"And why did the higher-ups change the standard artifact to a Mythical-Grade one? They must have seen something… something that forced their hand."

Then—

[Ding!]

A mechanical voice echoed in his mind.

[If the Host is concerned about his constitution being discovered, there is no need to worry. Simply build the Core Void Eye of your constitution.]

Reon's eyes narrowed.

"Huh? What do you mean, System?"

[Ding! Once the Core Void Eye is built, your constitution will become completely Formless, Undetectable, and Concealed. No one in this world—or even those from Higher Realms—will be able to perceive it.]

A slow, sinister grin spread across Reon's lips.

"Now that… is very good news."

But just as quickly as excitement surged within him, it faded into Frustration.

"But still… how do I build the Void Eye?"

[Ding! That… the Host must figure out himself.]

Reon let out a dry chuckle.

"Of course. Nothing is ever that easy."