Douluo Dalu: Golden Spirit Tree

Chapter 19 Assessment
After Moon removed the soul power shield, Lin Yi found himself on the Sea God Island, with the ancient golden tree right in front of him.

Moon's lips moved, as if he was saying something.

A moment later, a series of figures came quickly and gathered in front of Old Mu. They were the elders of the Sea God Pavilion.

"Mr. Mu."

Without much greeting, Moon said directly: "I asked you to come together this time because I have a few things to say."

Pointing at Lin Xing and Lin Guang, Moon introduced them, "These are two Star-Shining Unicorns, Lin Xing and Lin Guang. From today on, they will live on Seagod Island. Everyone in the academy, remember, no one, including you, may harm them for any reason or in any way. As long as they don't actively hurt anyone or damage the ancient golden tree, they are free to do as they please."

None of the elders had ever heard of the name of the Starry Unicorn, but Moon was the absolute authority in the Poseidon Pavilion. Seeing that Moon spoke so seriously, they all agreed.

Lin Xing and Lin Guang bowed their heads slightly in thanks. Moon waved his hand and said, "You guys can just wander around and get familiar with the environment."

Seeing this, Lin Yi called Lin Yao out, "I'm free for now. Your family just arrived here, so go and keep them company first."

Lin Yao nodded and left with Lin Xing and Lin Guang.

Seeing this little kid Lin Yi suddenly summon a spirit, still conscious, the elders looked at each other in bewilderment. Why did this resemble the methods of an evil spirit master? And what about that aura of light? But this little kid was brought back by Elder Mu, so he should be fine...

Moon pointed at Lin Yi and said, "This child is my new disciple, Lin Yi."

Several elders were surprised. It had been several decades since Moon last accepted a disciple. They didn't expect that Moon would accept another disciple today.

Without giving the elders a chance to ask questions, Moon continued, "This is Qingxuan and Xi Yatou's child..."

Originally, the elders were curious about how Lin Qingxuan and Ouyang Xi, the famous couple, suddenly came back. After hearing what Moon En said, the elders could not wait any longer. In particular, an old man full of vitality walked over to Lin Qingxuan and patted him on the shoulder, "Haha, you are good, kid, your child is so big now."

Lin Qingxuan quickly saluted respectfully, "Mr. Zhuang."

Seeing that the other elders were also about to rush forward, Moon raised his hand to stop them, "Okay, let's talk about the past later. Wait for me to finish first."

"I have decided to grant Lin Yi special permission to enter the inner courtyard, and I will personally teach him."

The elders were in an uproar, but out of respect for Moon, they still did not express any objection. They just looked at Lin Yi with a little more scrutiny, wondering what was so special about this kid that the selfless Moon could personally open the back door for him.

Lin Qingxuan and Ouyang Xi's expressions changed when they heard this. Lin Qingxuan couldn't help but say, "Mr. Mu, this isn't good, is it? The academy has its own rules..."

Moon raised his hand to stop him. "Qingxuan, you've always been wise, but you also have a flaw. You're always bound by rules and afraid of going beyond the norm. You often perform perfectly within the rules, but once the rules are broken, your performance falls short."

Faced with Moon's comments, Lin Qingxuan was unable to refute and could only shut up honestly, "Yes, thank you for your guidance, Mr. Mu."

Lin Qingxuan kept his mouth shut, but Lin Yi was a little unhappy. He opened the back door if he wanted to, and asked what my dad was doing.

"Master, are there any rules in the inner courtyard?"

Seeing that Lin Yi's tone was a little off, Lin Qingxuan sighed inwardly that his son had not been raised in vain, and hurriedly explained, "Xiao Yi, the academy is divided into the Inner Court and the Outer Court. Compared to the Outer Court, the Inner Court is the real Shrek Academy. Adhering to the principle of the first dean ten thousand years ago that only monsters could be raised, the admission and graduation are strictly controlled. Generally speaking, students graduating from the Outer Court must be at least eighteen years old and have a cultivation level of four-ringed Soul Sect or above to be eligible to apply for the Inner Court. Only after passing the assessment can they enter."

"Mr. Mu thinks highly of you, so he specially approved you to study in the inner courtyard. It is quite rare for an outsider to directly enter the inner courtyard to study, even in the entire history of Shrek Academy."

After hearing his father's explanation, Lin Yi suddenly realized that his master really did take care of him.

But the question has been asked, so I can only continue.

"What are the assessment criteria?"

Moon didn't take it as an offense and explained with a smile, "There are many different assessments, but to put it bluntly, they're a test of strength. Generally speaking, if you can withstand the attacks of the inner courtyard students for an incense stick of time, you'll pass."

"What's the cultivation level of the inner courtyard students?"

Hearing the hidden meaning in Lin Yi's words, Moon En said, "It's definitely not about sending a Six-Ring Soul Emperor to fight a Four-Ring Soul Sect. Generally speaking, they are all Four-Ring students of the same level. However, even if they are students of the same level, their strength will be doubled after receiving a period of instruction in the Inner Court, which is very challenging for students in the Outer Court."

Lin Yi was silent for a while, then looked up at his master, "Master, can I try?"

"You want to try?" Moon En originally thought Lin Yi was just curious as a child, but he didn't expect Lin Yi to actually try. He was a little embarrassed for a moment. "You're still too young. If you feel this is inappropriate, you can wait until you've practiced for two years and then take this test."

Hearing Moon's words, Lin Yi shook his head and said, "Master, that's not what I meant. I just wanted to try and see what I'm capable of. As for special approval, my talent is worth it."

Hearing Lin Yi's confident words, the elders frowned. This little kid is a little crazy.

But Moon, Lin Qingxuan and Ouyang Xi didn't think it was wrong and nodded secretly.

Lin Qingxuan asked: "What if you lose?"

What this means is, if you lose, would you still have the nerve to get special approval to enter the inner courtyard?
"Isn't it normal to lose?" Lin Yi answered casually, dodging everyone present.

You little kid are not only crazy, you are also shameless!

Lin Yi disagreed. You all say that the students in the inner courtyard are real monsters, but I am only six years old. It is not normal for me to lose.

But… "Master, if I win, what good will it do?"

Moon laughed and said, "You're such a shrewd little fellow. Losing is normal, but winning is about getting benefits. You're not going to suffer any loss, right?"

Lin Yi just nodded complacently and waited for Moon's reply.

Moon thought for a moment and said with a smile, "Then it's up to you. If you win, I'll agree to a reasonable condition."

"Okay, thank you Master."

Moon looked at the elders and said, "Did you hear everything? It saves us from having to explain. Seeing it with our own eyes will make things clearer. Let's arrange the assessment."

An old man in white stepped forward and said, "Teacher, I will be the referee. Mei'er, go get a fourth-ring inner court student."

A beautiful middle-aged woman left after hearing this.

Lin Yi looked at the old man with some curiosity. The old man was dressed in white and had a gentle temperament. People couldn't help but like him at first sight. Although he was old, the traces left on his face still told everyone that he must have been a rare handsome man when he was young.

But Lin Yi looked at the old man with a strange look in his eyes, so obvious that even Moon beside him noticed it.

"Xiaoyi, what's wrong?"

"Master, is this the dean who is the Phoenix of Light like my mother?"

Moon En didn't think about it and nodded, "Yes, his name is Yan Shaozhe, and he is also my disciple. He is considered your senior brother."

Yan Shaozhe also looked at Lin Yi with some curiosity, not understanding what he wanted to say.

Lin Yi was a little conflicted, not knowing whether he should say it or not, but seeing his master's probing and encouraging gaze, he said, "Guangming said he doesn't like him."

"???"

Yan Shaozhe's head seemed to be filled with question marks. How did this come from? He, Yan Shaozhe, had the Bright Phoenix spirit, the Bright attribute, was a level 95 Super Douluo, and was given the title Bright Phoenix. How could this cheap junior brother say that Bright Phoenix didn't like him?

Moon's expression suddenly became serious. "Xiaoyi, this is not a joke. Are you sure Guangming really told you that?"

Seeing Moon's solemn expression, Lin Yi immediately said seriously, "Master, I am willing to swear by my spirit..."

Before he could finish his words, Moon covered his mouth with his hand and said, "Okay, Master believes in you."

Moon was also a bit troubled. Where did the little guy learn this? Did he read too many travelogues and strange stories? He kept swearing on his martial spirit. It was really scary.

The elders beside him began to whisper when they heard this. Yan Shaozhe was also shocked when he heard that he swore by his martial spirit. This was too serious. Could there really be something wrong with him? But he didn't feel anything unusual.

Moon had calmed down by now, "Okay, let's talk about this later. Mei'er is back."

As soon as Moon finished speaking, the beautiful middle-aged woman who had left appeared, holding a female student in a red school uniform in her hand.

Seeing this female student, Moon frowned. Why was this student brought here? This student's ability is a bit restrained.

When the female student saw the elders, she quickly stood up, straightened her clothes, and saluted respectfully, "Greetings to all the elders and the dean."

Yan Shaozhe suppressed his doubts and said, "Wu Ming, don't be nervous. I asked you to come here because a student is about to enter the inner courtyard, and I want you to give him a practical assessment."

Wu Ming breathed a sigh of relief. "Is that so? No problem, Dean Yan. Just leave it to me."

After saying that, he looked around and saw that there were only old and young people around, and there were no students of appropriate age present.

Wu Ming's eyes were filled with confusion. "Dean Yan, which junior student needs to take the test? Why don't I see anyone?"

Lin Yi stood up and said, "Hello, sister, it's me who needs to be tested."

Wu Ming looked at the little guy in front of him and doubted his own eyes. "Little brother, how old are you?"

"Six years old."

"Stop kidding, little brother. Hurry up and get the official students over here. With your tiny arms and legs, I'm afraid you'll be burned to ashes by my Golden Crow True Fire."

Yan Shaozhe said: "Wu Ming, you are not mistaken, this is the student, ready to take the test!"

Wu Ming was full of doubts about her life, but the authority from the Dean of the Martial Soul Department made her instinctively obey.

After the two sides distanced themselves and entered the test, Wu Ming couldn't help but say, "Little brother, if you can't hold on any longer, remember to admit defeat immediately."

Lin Yi did not reply, but released his martial spirit.

A small golden tree emerged, and two black spirit rings moved up and down...

(End of this chapter)