Obsession, Xia Yuqing

The gazes of everyone fell upon Xia Zhiqing, and with only one-third of the third incense stick remaining, it was evident that Xia Zhiqing wouldn't be able to hold on until the end of the third incense stick.

Seeing this, Han Xiling's unpleasant expression softened slightly.

If all five of Bai Li Hongzhuang's group could successfully endure for three incense sticks, not only would it not bring shame to Bai Li Hongzhuang, but it would also be a matter of pride. This was something Han Xiling didn't want to see.

As long as one cultivator failed, it was highly likely that the others would follow suit and not be able to hold on.

"This is bad, what do we do if Zhiqing can't hold on?" Zhan Yunfeng's eyes were filled with worry. She knew how much Zhiqing wanted to participate in the assessment competition together with Bai Li Hongzhuang.

If Zhiqing couldn't hold on, Zhan Yunfeng could almost imagine Zhiqing's state.

"For the sake of your determination, you must hold on!" Zhan Yunfeng clasped her hands together, silently praying, hoping that Xia Zhiqing could endure.

Xia Zhiqing's hands trembled more and more, and just when everyone thought that Xia Zhiqing couldn't hold on any longer, her expression suddenly changed as if she was inspired by an inexplicable force. Her determination became firm, and even her trembling hands steadied somewhat.

I cannot fail!

Xia Zhiqing continuously shouted in her heart, despite being injured and feeling indescribable pain from the battles with the demonic beasts.

But she couldn't fail like this!

If she couldn't endure a little longer even within this illusion formation, how would she enter the small world and fight alongside Bai Li Hongzhuang?

Under this immense determination, Xia Zhiqing stabilized once again.

Seeing Xia Zhiqing's sudden change, all the cultivators present were momentarily stunned, their faces filled with surprise.

"What's going on? Did Xia Zhiqing suddenly break out?"

"The third incense stick is almost burned out. Could all five of them actually pass?"

As the third incense stick gradually burned out, everyone felt that it was unbelievable. This was too incredible!

Canglan Academy had seven participants initially, with two eliminated in the previous rounds. And now, in this round, all five of them advanced. The difference was just too great!

However, as everyone suspected, it wasn't until the third incense stick burned out and the fourth incense stick was lit that the outcome became clear—all five of them passed!

Just as the fourth incense stick was lit, Xia Zhiqing finally couldn't hold on any longer and withdrew from the assessment formation!

Zhan Yunfeng immediately went up to her. Xia Zhiqing closed her eyes, her face pale, and the sweat on her forehead made her already pale face look even more pitiful.

"Zhiqing, are you okay?" Zhan Yunfeng quickly asked.

But Xia Zhiqing was concerned about another question. She grabbed Zhan Yunfeng's hand and asked, "Yunfeng, how long did I endure?"

With her eyes closed, she didn't dare to look at her own result. She simply didn't want to fail.

However, she had given her all to endure until the very last moment.

Seeing Xia Zhiqing's worried and nervous appearance, a smile appeared on Zhan Yunfeng's face as she said, "Three incense sticks! You have passed the assessment!"

As Zhan Yunfeng's words fell, Xia Zhiqing couldn't help but pause, "What did you say? I passed?"

Zhan Yunfeng nodded repeatedly, "Yes, you did. See for yourself."

Only then did Xia Zhiqing open her eyes, and upon seeing the already burnt out three incense sticks, an uncontrollable expression of joy appeared on her face.

"Oh my, I really passed! This is truly wonderful!"

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