Chapter 104 Qualification Assessment

Private room on the second floor.

Waited for half an hour.

Shopkeeper Qu came in late, drank a sip of spiritual tea, sat down and said with a smile, "I talked about something with the Golden Core Deacon. I'm sorry to have kept Master Shen Fu waiting for a long time."

Shen Ping hurriedly said, "Manager Qu is very polite. I didn't have to wait long."

Just as Shopkeeper Qu was about to ask what was going on, his eyes lit up, "Master Shen Fu's whole body is full of spiritual energy, has he completed his Qi training?"

"Haha, congratulations, congratulations!"

He seemed even happier than Shen Ping.

Shen Ping said helplessly, "Shopkeeper Qu, I came here for this matter. I wonder what the specific conditions are for the special guest assessment of the talisman master?"

We talked several times before.

Manager Qu didn't give all the details.

This time he tried to make a second-level mid-grade talisman and found it difficult, so he came here to ask for clarification. If he really couldn't achieve it, he could only give up and build the foundation.

After all, he is not young anymore.

There can be no further delay.

Manager Qu did not respond, but stood up with enthusiasm and said, "Master Shen Fu, I only have a basic understanding of the conditions involved in the assessment for the special guest official. Only deacons and above in the Qingyang City Zhenbao Tower know the conditions clearly, and you have to apply to the deacons for the assessment."

"Come on, I'll take you to the deacon."

Shen Ping was startled and couldn't help asking, "Meet Deacon Xia?"

Above the guests in Zhenbao Tower are the deacons.

The minimum cultivation level required to become a deacon is to be a Golden Core True Person.

Yunshanfang time.

Although he had seen deacons, elders, and even Nascent Soul level elders.

But that was just an acquaintance.

Once in Qingyang City, one could only meet deacons, first-class and second-class guests when notified of something. Normally, deacons and elders, even second-class guests were hard to come by, let alone making friends with them.

Now he suddenly has to deal with Jindan Zhenren.

to be honest.

He was a little nervous.

Shopkeeper Qu smiled and said, "Don't worry, Deacon Xia is a gentle person. Besides, you are going to apply for the special guest assessment this time. If Deacon Xia knew, he would definitely support you with all his strength. This is a big deal for the headquarters."

See here.

Shen Ping took a deep breath and followed.

Jindan Zhenren rarely appears in Zhenbao Tower.

However, something happened in the building today, which was why Manager Qu was late.

So Deacon Xia happened to be in the backyard room.

Of course even if he is not here.

The most that Shopkeeper Qu could do was to take Shen Ping for a longer walk.

At the door of the wing room.

The aura of golden elixir magic power rushed towards him.

"Deacon Xia."

"What is it?"

A gentle voice came from inside the door.

Shopkeeper Qu didn't say anything, but gave Shen Ping a look.

Shen Ping hurriedly stepped forward, clasped his hands, and raised his voice, "Junior, Shen Ping, a third-class guest talisman master of Zhenbao Tower, came here today to apply for the special guest assessment..."

The words haven't finished yet.

Deacon Xia was already standing at the door. He gathered all his magical energy and looked at Shen Ping with a sharp gaze. "I know you. You passed the Talisman Master Assessment at Yunshanfang when you were still in the Qi Training Stage. Your Talisman Master level is pretty good. But do you know what the minimum requirements are for applying for the Special Talisman Master Assessment?"

The last sound exploded in Shen Ping's ears.

Shen Ping's own spiritual power was running rapidly, and it took him a long while to come back to his senses. He suppressed the restless spiritual power and said slowly and solemnly, "Senior Qu once told me that you need to be in the Qi training period to make a second-level low-grade talisman!"

As he spoke, he released a trace of Foundation Establishment consciousness.

Deacon Xia immediately smiled and said, "Come in."

The two men walked into the wing room one after the other.

Shopkeeper Qu still stood respectfully outside the door.

"sit."

"Senior Xie Xia!"

Shen Ping was half-sitting on the chair, leaning forward slightly with a respectful look on his face.

The person in front of you is a Jindan Zhenren.

Moreover, he can serve as a deacon at the main base, which is something that ordinary Jindan cannot do at all.

Deacon Xia said in a gentle voice, "Guest Shen, since you already know the minimum requirements for the special assessment and have the foundation-building consciousness in the Qi training stage, I think you can make a second-level low-grade talisman. However, the conditions required to truly pass the assessment are much more stringent."

Shen Ping cupped his hands, "Senior Xia, please let me know."

Deacon Xia said bluntly, "Every special guest is the core of our Zhenbao Tower, so all applicants will first undergo a qualification assessment. The assessors need to be five Jindan Zhenren, three of whom must have the ability of a second-level upper-grade talisman master."

"After your qualifications are confirmed, the headquarters will send a Yuanying elder to escort you to a location, where you will need to take three tests. Only if you pass all three tests will you receive a special guest wooden token, but this is only temporary..."

Shen Ping was secretly shocked when he heard this. Although he guessed that the special examination would be very strict, he did not expect it to be so complicated. The qualification examination alone actually required the evaluation of a Jindan Zhenren.

It's this moment.

He vaguely felt that this special guest official was really not simple.

"Mr. Shen, if you have any questions, feel free to ask."

Deacon Xia said seriously.

The headquarters of Zhenbao Tower has been stationed in Qingyang City for so many years, and there have been applicants for the position of special guest officials, but more than 90% of them have not even passed the qualification assessment. As for the further three assessments, not a single one has succeeded.

even so.

Every time he meets an applicant, Deacon Xia will tell him everything in detail.

Shen Ping raised his eyes and asked, "Senior Xia, I wonder what conditions are required for this qualification and the three subsequent assessments, such as the number of second-level low-grade talismans produced and the efficiency..."

Deacon Xia shook his head slightly. "I have no idea about the content of the assessment. I only know that it seems to be different every time."

Shen Ping was inevitably disappointed, but soon asked, "Senior Xia, how long will the assessment last? To be honest, I am already old. If I am over sixty, I am afraid it will be difficult to build a foundation."

Deacon Xia glanced at Shen Ping.

Almost instantly.

Shen Ping felt a spiritual consciousness attacking him. His face was calm but he was a little nervous inside.

"He's really not young anymore."

"But it's okay."

"As far as I know, the longest assessment period is two years. If everything goes well, it only takes one year or even half a year."

Deacon Xia smiled and said, "Mr. Shen, do you have any questions?"

Shen Ping stood up and bowed, "I know everything, thank you for your patient explanation, Senior Xia."

"So are you going to apply for the Special Guest Qualification Assessment now?"

Hearing this.

Shen Ping said solemnly, "Yes!"

Deacon Xia clapped his hands and said, "Okay, you go back and wait patiently. I will arrange this matter immediately. When the other Jindan assessors reply, I will let Fellow Daoist Qu send a message to you. It will take at most a month. During this time, I hope you can make every effort to prepare."

…

At the entrance of Zhenbao Building.

Shopkeeper Qu delivered it personally.

"Master Shen Fu."

"The importance of the special guest official is very important, so even this qualification assessment must be taken seriously."

“If you can actually pass the qualification, you will benefit a lot.”

Hear the voice transmission.

Shen Ping cupped his hands in response, "Thank you, Senior Qu, for the reminder."

Return to the courtyard in Huiquan Lane.

The wives and concubines have not returned from South City yet.

He sat alone in the hall with his eyes closed, thinking back to what Deacon Xia had said. A sense of motivation slowly rose in his heart. He had worked hard for ten years, and he had never slacked off or hesitated. Even when he was tired, he gritted his teeth and persisted.

Frost, rain and snow.

Sun and wind.

My faith in the Tao has never wavered for a moment.

It is because of this that one has achieved such a high level of skill in the art of talismans.

And in another month, it will be the time for fire to refine the real gold! Suddenly, he opened his eyes.

Shen Ping flicked his sleeves, walked out of the hall and into the talisman-making room.

Regardless of whether you can make the leap.

He has to make full preparations.

…

The days go by.

In addition to practicing dual cultivation, Shen Ping spent all his time in the talisman-making room, allowing himself to always maintain his proficiency in talismans.

Just like that, a month passed in the blink of an eye.

It was the hour of Mao on this day.

He first prayed and calmed his mind, then put on a brand new white robe with embroidery and stood in the talisman-making room, while his wives and concubines carefully combed his hair and eyebrows, cleaned any blemishes on his face, and then checked every texture of the robe several times.

The rest of the time.

The wives and concubines stayed by Shen Ping's side to keep him company.

Yu Yan was guarding the gate of the courtyard.

They know that today is the most important day for their husbands.

The sky gradually turned pale.

The morning dew exudes fragrance on the tips of the tender leaves of the jujube tree in the courtyard.

When a ray of morning light penetrates the clouds and shines into the courtyard.

Shen Ping's communication talisman vibrated slightly.

Shopkeeper Qu's voice soon rang out.

"The qualification of special guest official begins."

"Please ask Master Shen Fu to come to Zhenbao Tower for the assessment!"

Shen Ping remained standing and took a deep breath.

Step out of the talisman-making room.

The wives and concubines followed behind.

The moment you step out of the courtyard.

"Husband!"

Wang Yun called out to Shen Ping.

Look back.

Suddenly he saw Yu Yan, Wang Yun, Bai Yuying, and Luo Qing clenching their fists and waving them at him.

"come on!"

He added silently in his mind.

Then he smiled and walked forward resolutely.

…

True treasure building.

The threshold that used to be crowded with monks coming in and out is now deserted.

Shopkeeper Qu was standing at the door waiting.

Seeing a familiar figure not far away, he smiled and hurried over to greet him.

"Senior Qu."

"How can I trouble you to come and greet me in person? I really don't deserve it!"

Shen Ping smiled bitterly.

Shopkeeper Qu shook his head, "Master Shen Fu, today you only need to remember one thing, do your best to pass the test, and don't take anything else to heart."

Finally, he added, "Don't be influenced."

"Walk!"

Shopkeeper Qu led Shen Ping over the threshold.

Wow.

Almost instantly.

All eyes converged on him.

There was not a trace of aura, nor any spiritual pressure.

But Shen Ping felt a heavy pressure like a mountain.

The third-class guests stood on both sides.

Looking at him with a smile on his face.

Following Shopkeeper Qu all the way there, as soon as I stepped into the backyard, the pressure suddenly increased ten thousand times.

Second-class guest official.

First-class guest official.

Even the Golden Core True Man Deacon Xia was standing at the door of the courtyard hall.

There was curiosity, smiles, confusion and disdain in their eyes.

A mixture of emotions.

Even though there was not a breath, not a sound.

But this kind of silence made Shen Ping feel like he was stepping into a sea of ​​fire and swords every step he took.

Shopkeeper Qu led the way.

But Shen Ping understood what the other party meant by that sentence before.

Don't be influenced.

Faced with this silent pressure.

There is no mistake in the poem, post, content, and read the book on 6, 9, and bar!

How could he, a Qi-cultivating cultivator, not be affected?

"No one."

“They are not human beings.”

Shen Ping kept hinting in his mind. He looked at Shopkeeper Qu and couldn't help thinking that it would be great if it was Mu Jin.

He walked to the hall door with difficulty.

Deacon Xia smiled and said, "Go in."

Shopkeeper Qu stood aside and stretched out his hand as a gesture of invitation.

Shen Ping nodded and stepped in.

Unexpectedly, there was a beautiful woman sitting in the hall with a faint smile on her lips. She was wearing a brown and purple round-necked silver silk brocade robe, which undoubtedly highlighted her exquisite and enchanting figure.

She stood up and took a few steps, her round figure trembling slightly, "Guest Shen, I am in charge of the special guest qualification assessment this time. I will be with you throughout the whole process. If you have any questions, you can ask."

"Come with me."

As she spoke, she twisted her waist, revealing an even more majestic and rounded figure beneath her piled-up black hair.

Shen Ping followed behind slowly.

His eyes fell on the smooth material and he observed it carefully, and the tension in his heart quickly melted away.

He smiled with relief.

Coming to the second room on the left side of the hall, the layout of the furnishings was almost exactly the same as the last time the third-class guest assessment was conducted.

The beautiful woman stopped and turned sideways, the smile on her charming face seemed to deepen.

"Shen Keqing."

"There are three sets of second-level talisman materials on the jade table. You just need to make them successfully."

“This is just the first step.”

Listen to the beautiful woman's words.

Shen Ping looked towards the jade table.

He was very familiar with these three materials, namely the Armor Spirit Talisman, the Lightning Lightning Talisman, and the Falling Flame Talisman.

But there are only three copies.

This meant he had to succeed in one go.

"Senior, is there a time limit?"

"No."

“Just make it successful to get through this first step.”

Shen Ping nodded and walked to the jade table.

He closed his eyes for a moment.

Then pray again in silence.

He picked up the talisman pen and started making the talisman without hesitation.

On the right side of the hall.

Five Jindan Zhenren sat together in one room.

They looked at the screen with some surprise. The special guest qualification assessment not only tests the applicant's level of talismans, but also requires some simple tests of the applicant's character.

From the moment you step into the threshold of Zhenbao Tower, the assessment of your character begins.

Facing second- and first-class guests who were all higher in cultivation and strength than oneself, the invisible pressure was difficult for ordinary people to bear. Even a tough person would feel pressure and need to adjust his mental state, but the one in front of him was quite quick.

But no one spoke.

They watched carefully.

The test of character was passed, but the next step of making talismans was not so easy.

Because no one can guarantee that the talismans can be made in one go, and there are only three sets of materials at hand, even a second-level mid-grade talisman master in the foundation-building period may not be able to pass it safely.

So this step requires both strength and luck.

Keep the feel in the best condition.

Then it will be successful.

…

Shen Ping had been making talismans continuously for a month. At this moment, when he was outlining the first spiritual pattern, the habit that was so familiar that it was almost engraved in his muscles and blood came to him along with the talisman pen.

He was focused.

There are only talismans in front of me.

This moment.

He seemed to have arrived at the scene of the golden light breakthrough, standing in front of the jade table and making talismans day after day. Regardless of success or failure, all that remained were the talismans.

All the guests in the courtyard left.

But some of them did not leave and sat in the side rooms drinking tea.

"The last qualification test was more than two hundred years ago."

"It's a pity that even though that person got the qualification, he still didn't pass!"

"Special guest officials... There have been no special guest officials from the twelve countries of Wei, Jin, Yue, etc. for nearly a thousand years. It is very difficult to get one!"

"Yes, even this qualification is extremely difficult."

Several second-class guests talked to each other.

They then looked at Shopkeeper Qu.

Shopkeeper Qu shook his head and smiled, "Don't look at me, fellow Taoists. I don't know whether Mr. Shen can pass or not!"

Someone couldn't help but say, "If it passes, Shopkeeper Qu has already made good connections in advance."

The other guests all laughed meaningfully.

But Shopkeeper Qu said, "We are just getting acquainted. Let's drink tea. I guess we have to wait for several days!"

"I have nothing to do, so I'll just wait."

…

Inside the house.

The beautiful woman standing behind Shen Ping had an increasingly surprised look in her eyes.

She really didn't expect that the Qigong Master in front of her could get into the state so quickly.

When I entered the house earlier.

She naturally noticed the strange gaze, even that it was very hot.

That moment.

The beautiful woman decided in her heart that this applicant would fail.

But now only five spiritual patterns are left of the first lightning talisman.

In particular, the other party's control over the art of talismans was extremely strong. His talisman pen never slowed down from beginning to end. It was obvious that the applicant had already mastered the making of this lightning talisman.

moment.

Shen Ping put away the talisman pen.

The complex spiritual pattern circuit of the Lightning Talisman flashed in an instant, and the special talisman paper and blood ink reacted quickly and merged with the spiritual pattern.

The first one was a success! "Congratulations!"

When Shen Ping was taking the pill.

The beautiful woman said with a smile.

"Thanks."

Shen Ping closed his eyes and replied.

And the room on the right.

After seeing the first lightning talisman was successfully written.

Finally, there was a sound in the room.

"good."

“It’s OK.”

"good."

It soon became quiet again.

After Shen Ping's spiritual power and spirit were completely restored, he did not rush to write. Instead, he stood up and walked around the room.

The beautiful woman smiled, thinking that she was still nervous. However, she soon noticed that the Qigong Master glanced at her brown-purple dress again, especially at the round outline, where he lingered for several seconds.

She felt amused and speechless at the same time.

Just as I was about to open my mouth to remind him to concentrate, the peripheral vision moved away.

soon.

Shen Ping came to the jade table again and wrote the talisman with great enthusiasm.

For the second material, he chose the Jia Ling Talisman.

Even though it has been made many times.

However, the difficulty of the Jialing Talisman is much higher than that of the Thunder Talisman, and the chance of failure is quite high.

However, Shen Ping, who did not feel any pressure at all, waved the talisman pen with ease and quickly drew the spiritual patterns on the talisman paper.

Time passes quietly.

The second Jia Ling Talisman was successfully made in one go!

Inside the house on the right.

The five Jindan Zhenren showed surprise on their faces one after another.

The Jia Ling Fu was completed in one go.

It's precious! "Very good!"

“It’s pretty good.”

"The character is fine."

"It seems that this first step is no problem!"

"really."

There were two more voices in the house than the first time.

Then it was quiet again.

…

In the courtyard room.

The waiting guests were still patient, and even looked expectant.

Because the longer the time is, the closer the person being tested is to success.

But they didn't reveal anything.

It’s still early after all.

…

The third set of Falling Flame Talisman is even easier.

Although Shen Ping did not complete it in one go as smoothly as he did with the Jia Ling Talisman, the time he spent was nearly half that of the Lei Guang Talisman.

The spiritual pattern flashed and disappeared on the talisman paper in an instant.

The beautiful woman's voice rang out, "Congratulations, congratulations to Mr. Shen for passing the first step!"

Shen Ping heaved a sigh of relief, turned around and saluted solemnly, "Thank you, senior!"

The beautiful woman was stunned for a moment, then smiled and reminded: "Shen Keqing, don't worry, restore your spiritual power first, the second step is more difficult."

Shen Ping nodded, quickly took the pill, closed his eyes and started meditating.

This time it lasted for three whole days.

He slowly opened his eyes and looked at the beautiful woman, "Senior, the second step can begin!"

The beautiful woman showed a charming smile on her face and waved her hand gently.

The jade table in the room disappeared.

Next, another jade table was displayed.

"Shen Keqing."

"The second step requires you to create a special talisman."

"It doesn't matter how many times you fail this time, as long as you succeed in the end."

…

Finally got on board!! Two in one, no need to separate them.

(End of this chapter)