C95 It Was Only Five Minutes!

"I've used such an instrument before, but only once, because it seemed to cost a fortune each time."

"Moreover, the instrument I used was merely from a Fourth Level civilization, a product of a grand Star System civilization."

"Yet, even that instrument isn't something the average person is entitled to use."

Lee Zi didn't elaborate further; the implication was clear enough.

A mere test instrument from a Fourth Level Great Star System civilization was beyond the reach of ordinary prodigies. So, consider the test instrument from the Origin Civilization, which not only eclipsed the Great Star System civilization but had reached the pinnacle of civilization—its value was immeasurable!

Chu Yi's gaze towards Chu Yun was somewhat unfocused.

The Chu family, the Chu family, the Chu family!

Was this really the Chu family?

Previously, Lee Zi was a triple-gene Awakened Practitioner, pushing her combat power to its limits.

Though the federal government's higher-ups were only aware of Lee Zi being a dual-gene Awakened Practitioner, that was already impressive. Yet, even a top-tier prodigy like Lee Zi had access only to a Fourth Level civilization's test instrument.

Chu Yi was convinced that even if the federal government had better instruments, they would, at best, be Fifth Level.

But the Chu family...

They possessed an Eighth Level test instrument from the Origin Civilization!

That seemed almost outrageously excessive...

Chu Yun offered a slight smile: "Truth be told, even we aren't fully aware of these things. The old man knows, but he refuses to share with us brothers."

Chu Yun appeared somewhat resigned. It wasn't that he was unwilling to inform Chu Yi; he himself was not entirely clued in.

Chu Yi gave a slight nod.

These items truly qualified as the Chu family's ultimate secret.

"Of course, this is no ordinary test instrument. Beyond the various tests that outperform those of other civilizations, this instrument also serves as an assessment—it's an entry ticket!"

An entry ticket?

An assessment?

Chu Yi was confused, as was Lee Zi, while Chu Yun simply shrugged.

"If you're asking, it means you don't know..."

"All of this comes from the old man, and we're just as in the dark about its significance."

"However, this device is quite effective for testing purposes."

It's more than effective.

Using this test instrument, there are virtually no errors.

It can even help you discover the path you're truly meant to follow!

Chu Yun was acutely aware of the situation with his brothers—

Ahem, primarily his four brothers.

Their natural talents weren't poor, but they certainly weren't top-notch either.

Yet now, their accomplishments...

It's no exaggeration to say that their abilities are among the best in their generation.

Why is this the case?

Apart from the backing of the Chu family's resources, the primary reason is the test instrument!

With this test instrument's guidance, they could choose the most suitable paths and receive accurate direction whenever they encountered a stumbling block.

As a result, even though they faced various level barriers, they had a much easier time breaking through than others.

Chu Yun referred to this test instrument as one of the Chu family's ultimate secrets, and that's no overstatement.

"Alright, Chu Yi, who's going first—you or Lee Zi?"

Chu Yi fell silent for a moment, while Lee Zi quietly awaited his decision.

Chu Yi was, in fact, wrestling with a dilemma.

If it were just a test instrument from an ordinary civilization, he wouldn't be concerned. But this was the legendary instrument from the Origin Civilization...

He suspected he might not be able to keep everything concealed.

And as for Lee Zi...

It would be impossible to keep anything from her.

Once he stepped onto the test instrument, the Chu family would learn everything about him.

This went against Chu Yi's initial intentions.

However...

Seeing Chu Yun's joyous smile, Chu Yi ultimately let out a sigh.

Let it be revealed then!

After all, it was bound to come out eventually.

Moreover, the Chu family had confided these significant secrets to him upon his return, clearly showing their trust in him.

Given the Chu family's stance, there was no longer a need for him to continue hiding.

Chu Yi exhaled deeply.

"Lee Zi, you go first..."

Lee Zi gave a slight nod.

She was an intelligent girl and had already guessed Chu Yi's intentions from his demeanor.

Chu Yun remained quiet, simply watching on.

Lee Zi lay quietly within the test instrument as a series of virtual lights appeared, instantly connecting with her. It was as if she had fallen asleep, her eyes gently closed.

"Don't worry, Lee Zi will be out shortly," Chu Yi reassured, his concern seemingly a thing of the past. With a newfound ease of mind, he had let go of his previous anxieties.

"Fourth Uncle, how does one read the results on this test instrument?" Chu Yi scanned the area but couldn't find anything indicating the test results.

"Chu Yi, do you realize?" his fourth uncle asked, a mysterious expression on his face.

What am I supposed to know?

"Our human race places an extraordinary emphasis on valuing and protecting geniuses, far beyond what you might imagine," his uncle explained. "To put it bluntly, when it comes to safeguarding prodigious talents, our human race tops the list among all Origin Civilizations!"

This was no overstatement. While other Origin Civilizations also protected their exceptional talents, they did not hold ordinary geniuses in the same high regard. This was, in part, due to racial differences. Human geniuses are incredibly vulnerable as they mature; without protection, they are prone to an early demise.

Moreover, human geniuses possess a unique trait: the ability to break free from the constraints of their innate potential. An aptitude test might predict your future limit as a Great General at the Diamond Level, but some extraordinary human prodigies can shatter all limitations, turning the impossible into the possible, ultimately achieving the status of a true War God.

Hence, while aptitude tests are crucial, they are not definitive. This is precisely why the human race so highly values each and every genius and prodigy. Who can say for sure whether among these seemingly predetermined talents, there might emerge one who can break through their limits?

"Any test instrument of our human race, naturally, would be of the human race..." The emphasis on "human race" was clear. Chu Yi understood that this referred to the human race of the Eighth Level Origin Civilization.

"Our test instruments would never display any data, nor leave the slightest trace. After all, the human race isn't the only one in the universe at the Eighth Level of Origin Civilization."

The human race is merely one of the Eighth Level civilizations, not the singular one.

As such, humans must be vigilant against the powerhouses from other Eighth Level civilizations.

Chu Yi nodded in agreement.

In the Immortal Demon World, there also existed humans, but they were distinct from those here. There, humans were the eternal, unrivaled overlords.

All other races were compelled to bow before the humans' supreme authority.

Clearly, while humans are one of the Origin Civilizations in this universe, they lack the strength to dominate all others. If they did, there would be no need for such caution.

"Your little girlfriend should be emerging shortly."

Chu Yun's opinion of Lee Zi had diminished significantly.

The Lee Zi of the past might have been intriguing to him.

Just intriguing, nothing more.

To the average person, Lee Zi might appear exceptionally gifted, but after encountering the extraordinary talents from higher civilizations, she seemed quite ordinary to Chu Yun.

Now that she has lost her genetic power, she's even less noteworthy to him.

If it weren't for Chu Yi's sake, and their constant monitoring of Lee Zi, knowing the kind of person she is, Chu Yun's attitude might have been different.

"The test instrument isn't entirely incapable of revealing insights."

Chu Yun clarified to Chu Yi, "Generally, the more exceptional the talent, the longer one remains within."

"If the talent is average, the exit comes swiftly."

Chu Yi nodded, "By the way, Fourth Uncle, how long were you inside?"

To Chu Yi, his Fourth Uncle was still quite formidable.

He appeared to be just over fifty, yet he had already attained the rank of Diamond Level Great General. Moreover, Chu Yi was certain that his uncle was among the elite of the Diamond Level Great Generals, nearly on the verge of ascending to War God status.

Chu Yi could sense the nearly transformative power within his uncle's being.

With just a bit more time, that power would metamorphose into laws, and Chu Yun would ascend to the true status of a War God.

"Me?"

Chu Yun attempted to appear nonchalant, but the slight upturn of his lips betrayed his pride.

"Compared to those unparalleled prodigies from higher civilizations, I'm hardly worth mentioning..."

He was referring to the higher civilizations.

You see, even an average individual from these advanced societies would be deemed a true genius within the Terran Federation.

"I managed to stay in there for thirteen minutes," Chu Yun recalled after a brief pause.

"Typically, if you can withstand about five minutes, you're considered to have the potential to become a War God."

While potential doesn't guarantee success, possessing it means that many factions are willing to invest everything they have to develop your abilities!

"Five minutes?"

Indeed, my fourth uncle is exceptionally gifted.

Five minutes indicates the potential of a War God, so thirteen minutes...

That's quite remarkable.

For some reason, seeing my fourth uncle's smug expression made Chu Yi feel like taking him down a peg.

Oh, it certainly had nothing to do with the comments Chu Yun made earlier in the living room!

Chu Yi wasn't that kind of person!

"So, fourth uncle..."

"How long do you think Lee Zi will last?"

Lee Zi...

Chu Yun mulled it over for a moment.

"If we're talking about the old Lee Zi, then eight or nine minutes wouldn't be a problem. She might even last ten or eleven minutes if she holds on!"

That was high praise indeed, considering that five minutes already suggested War God potential, and Chu Yun himself had only lasted thirteen minutes.

"But now..."

Chu Yun shook his head: "I'd estimate within five minutes!"

Truth be told, Chu Yun was tempted to say two or three minutes, but since Lee Zi had already been in there for over three minutes, that was no longer plausible.

Chu Yi nodded, feigning understanding, while Chu Yun failed to notice the slight curve forming at the corner of Chu Yi's mouth...

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