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Qin Tian had heard Xiaopang mention before that the Cyan Wood Genius Battle is the most popular event every year, so he studied it a bit when he had free time.
Overall, it’s a top-level competition that’s both entertaining and commercial.
Any Spiritualist under the age of 25 can sign up for the preliminary round. Of course, some geniuses who have already made a name for themselves can skip the preliminaries and go straight to the final selection round.
After a few months of selection, the list of 100 geniuses is officially determined. They will be placed in an isolated environment, which could be an island, a desert, or an abandoned city. They will compete and eliminate each other until only ten contestants remain for the arena battles.
In this process, the contestants not only have to compete against others but also encounter masked examiners and various Spirit Beasts. These are like NPCs in a game, tasked with eliminating contestants.
However, interestingly, around the examiners and Spirit Beasts, there are prizes set by the Dongfang Clan, such as Heavenly Materials and Earthly Treasures, Elixirs, Weapons, Martial Techniques, etc. If contestants eliminate the examiners and Spirit Beasts, they will receive corresponding rewards, much like getting loot in a game.
Therefore, many contestants consider forming alliances to eliminate challenging NPCs first, and then fight fiercely for the prizes.
The entire event is broadcast live, where audiences can see these geniuses disguise, ally, turn their backs on each other, backstab, set traps, and other engaging activities, akin to a large-scale, high-end combat variety show that is both intense and humorous, also showcasing the terrifying combat skills of top geniuses.
"Was inviting me to be an examiner a way to watch me get beaten up by those geniuses?"
Qin Tian thought quietly to himself.
Examiners are akin to NPCs or roaming monsters. Generally, the examiners are stronger in level than the geniuses, but geniuses who make it to the final list must have Bloodline Abilities not under the silver level, with many at Gold level. Thus, it’s hard to predict who will win in a fight between examiners and geniuses.
It’s just that geniuses can ally to defeat examiners, but examiners can’t form alliances, hence the examiners will eventually be eliminated by the geniuses.
However, to be honest, Qin Tian was quite interested in participating in this genius battle, even if it was as an examiner.
Recently, he’s been cultivating Martial Techniques and Magic like "Celestial Punishment Nine Strikes," "Dark Prison Demon-Suppressing Fist," and "Celestial Thunder Fall" in the desert. The progress was okay, but being isolated like this felt a bit dull, and after reaching a certain point, the progress became very slow.
The best way to improve quickly is through practical combat and finding some substantial opponents, and the contenders in the genius battle fit his requirements well.
Additionally, he wanted to test his combat power by relying solely on his abilities and Swordsmanship, without using the Shadowstrike Sniper Rifle, to see if he could compete with those top geniuses under 25.
"Mr. Dongfang, thank you very much for your invitation. Personally, I am very interested in participating in the genius battle; it’s just that, due to my special status, whether I can attend needs to be approved by my superiors," Qin Tian said.
"Of course, I understand."
Eastern Cloud Sea smiled: "However, I still hope to see you in the genius battle. By the way, for every examiner participating, the Dongfang Clan will prepare a gift. The longer you persist, the richer the gift will be. With your capabilities, there’s a good chance of lasting until the end."
After the Elf Star battle, Eastern Cloud Sea was very impressed with Qin Tian’s stealth capabilities. To him, the Dark Forest, considered a death trap, was no different from walking in an open field, and entering and exiting the Dark Nest was at will. Such stealth ability is the strongest he’s ever seen in the younger generation.
As for the reason behind inviting Qin Tian to the genius battle, there are a few considerations.
Firstly, before serving as an examiner, Qin Tian needs to register at Azure Wood Star, and during this time, he will send family juniors to engage with Qin Tian, to bring them closer, and subtly recruit Qin Tian to join the Dongfang Clan.
Suggestions and invitations among peers are often more effective.
Secondly, serving as an examiner will earn Qin Tian a gift from the Dongfang Clan. There’s a saying, "accepting gifts ties one," which could increase Qin Tian’s willingness to join the Dongfang Clan.
Lastly, he hopes the elders of the Dongfang Clan will notice Qin Tian during the genius battle, thus adding more incentives to recruit Qin Tian.
He is quite optimistic about this young man, possessing a Bloodline Power of Gold level, and his character and conduct are impeccable. Given time, he will surely become a major general in charge of a territory.
Currently, he’s still young and not too tied with the Seventh Bureau, leaving a possibility of recruitment. However, if they wait till Qin Tian further matures, success is less likely.
"And there’s a grand gift, the Dongfang Clan’s grand gift is really something to look forward to~"
Qin Tian thought silently.
"Qin Tian, discuss it thoroughly with Yan Qing, and let me know when you have good news."
End of the call
Qin Tian thought for a moment and dialed Yan Qing’s number.
It took a while before the call connected.
"Qin Tian."
"Director Yan!"
Yan Qing’s face looked a bit tired. It seemed the secret mission he was executing was not going smoothly.
"Qin Tian, is there something you need?" Yan Qing asked.
Qin Tian: "Director, there’s something I wish to report to you."
Qin Tian explained the situation of Eastern Cloud Sea’s invitation for him to participate in the Cyan Wood Genius Battle.
After listening, Yan Qing first pondered for a moment, then a smile appeared on his face.
"Go, since there’s a grand gift to receive, why not go and showcase your abilities at the genius battle, to suppress the arrogance of those geniuses."
Yan Qing knew that since Qin Tian voluntarily reported this matter, it indicated Qin Tian’s own interest in participating.
He also guessed the Dongfang Clan’s intention of inviting Qin Tian.
Aren’t they just trying to poach talent?
But trying to poach Qin Tian? Impossible.
Even if Qin Tian wished to leave the Seventh Bureau, the Bureau wouldn’t permit his departure.
To know, Qin Tian has long been in Marshal Lin’s sights.
An excellent clone with mutated bloodline, possessing abilities similar to the Blood Race, is unprecedented in hundreds of years.
Even Marshal Lin hadn’t reached Qin Tian’s current level within just a year.
Thus, it’s only a matter of time before Qin Tian is transferred to the Imperial Capital.
No matter how high the stakes the Dongfang Clan offers, it cannot match the allure of working alongside Marshal Lin.
Yan Qing believes Qin Tian will undoubtedly make the most suitable choice for him.
Therefore, the Dongfang Clan’s sugar-coated cannonball, leave the sugar, but return the cannonball.
Agreed!
Qin Tian slightly raised the corner of his mouth and said:
"Yes, Director!"