novelbest Chapter 1669 End of Smelting Trial!
Chapter 1669 End of Smelting Trial!
Appearing outside the Soul Sealing Painting once again, Max immediately felt a brief sense of discomfort spread throughout his body.
It felt as though his soul and physical body had momentarily fallen out of synchronization after remaining separated for such a long period of time inside the Soul Sealing Painting world.
However, that strange sensation disappeared almost instantly.
Max quickly regained full control over his body as his consciousness stabilized completely.
At the same time, countless other participants also began opening their eyes one after another throughout the massive square of the Violet Star Palace.
Some people revealed exhausted expressions.
Others still appeared shaken from the brutal battles inside the Soul Sealing Painting.
A few participants even looked relieved merely to have survived until the end.
Meanwhile, high above the square, the enormous Soul Sealing Painting floating in the sky gradually dimmed before slowly returning to its previous calm state.
Then Elder Cael stepped forward once again.
The old man swept his gaze across the countless gathered disciples and elders before speaking with a calm yet authoritative voice that echoed throughout the entire square.
"The third trial has officially concluded."
The moment those words fell, the entire crowd immediately became noisy once again.
After all, the third trial had undoubtedly been the most brutal and intense trial so far. Countless geniuses had been eliminated throughout the process, while the battles that occurred inside the Tower of Treasure had shaken nearly everyone watching from outside.
After all, the third trial had undoubtedly been the most brutal and intense trial so far. Countless geniuses had been eliminated throughout the process, while the battles that occurred inside the Tower of Treasure had shaken nearly everyone watching from outside.
Especially the confrontation between Max and Ray Willer.
That battle alone had already become the center of discussion among countless disciples and elders present.
At that moment, Elder Cael slowly raised his hand.
The noisy crowd gradually quieted down afterward.
Then Elder Cael continued speaking.
"Next…" he said calmly, "look toward the ranking screen."
The moment his voice fell, the enormous screen floating above the square suddenly flickered brightly.
Soon afterward, a massive ranking list appeared before everyone's eyes.
The moment the rankings became visible, countless gazes instantly focused upon the very top.
Then—
The expressions of numerous elders changed immediately.
Max Morgan — 18,940 Points
Jonathan Myres — 13,220 Points
Julie Ravencrest — 12,870 Points
Marcus Vale — 10,430 Points
Serena Ashbourne — 9,980 Points
Darius Holt — 9,110 Points
Ethan Blackwell — 8,760 Points
Alicia Moonfall — 8,340 Points
Leon Draven — 7,950 Points
Victor Kane — 7,510 Points
Silence spread briefly across the square.
Then the entire place erupted into uproar.
"What?!"
"Max Morgan again?!"
"He actually took first place in the third trial too?!"
Many disciples revealed expressions filled with disbelief while numerous elders stared at the rankings with shocked expressions.
This was already the third trial.
And yet—
Max had once again stood at the very top.
Earlier, many people had still believed his first-place performance in the previous two trials might have been due to luck, hidden opportunities, or favorable circumstances.
But now, after the third trial ended with Max taking first place yet again, those doubts gradually began disappearing.
Because this result could no longer be explained away so easily.
The third trial was the harshest and most dangerous trial among all three.
It tested survival ability, combat strength, adaptability, comprehension, and even one's courage in fighting against other geniuses.
Yet despite all of that—
Max still dominated the rankings completely.
Many elders exchanged serious glances with one another afterward.
Even some hidden experts observing from afar revealed thoughtful expressions.
Meanwhile, within the crowd, the expressions of the Violet Star Palace disciples became increasingly complicated.
Because everyone now understood one terrifying truth.
A true monster had appeared in this Smelting Trial.
After the uproar caused by the ranking list gradually settled down, Elder Cael once again stepped forward slowly.
The old man stood high above the square while his calm gaze swept across the countless gathered geniuses from the various third-rate forces. For a brief moment, his eyes lingered upon several outstanding participants, especially Max, Jonathan, and Julie, before he finally began speaking once more.
"Now that the results of the third trial have been announced," Elder Cael said calmly, his voice echoing clearly throughout the entire square, "the Smelting Trial has officially come to an end."
The moment those words fell, many disciples revealed complicated expressions.
Some looked excited after gaining tremendous opportunities during the trials.
Others appeared disappointed because they failed to obtain satisfactory results.
However, regardless of their emotions, everyone understood one thing clearly.
This Smelting Trial had been extraordinarily important for all of them.
Not only had it provided them with valuable treasures and opportunities, it had also allowed them to personally witness the terrifying strength possessed by the geniuses of other forces.
Especially after seeing monsters like Max and Ray Willer, many participants finally realized just how vast the outside world truly was.
Meanwhile, Elder Cael continued speaking.
"The true purpose of this Smelting Trial was never merely competition," he said slowly. "It was created to prepare all of you for the coming Cosmic Ascension Conference."
The moment the words "Cosmic Ascension Conference" were mentioned, the expressions of countless geniuses immediately became serious.
Even the surrounding elders revealed solemn looks.
After all, compared to the Smelting Trial, the Cosmic Ascension Conference was the true grand stage of the younger generation.
That was where geniuses from countless worlds and powerful forces would gather together.
Compared to those monstrous talents, the participants present here were still only geniuses among third-rate forces.
"There are only three months remaining before the Cosmic Ascension Conference officially begins," Elder Cael continued calmly. "I hope all of you will use this remaining time wisely."
His gaze gradually sharpened slightly afterward.
"The Cosmic Ascension Conference is filled with countless dangers, opportunities, and monstrous geniuses beyond your imagination. Whether you rise or fall there will ultimately depend upon your own abilities."
Then, for the first time since the trials began, a faint smile appeared on Elder Cael's aged face.
"Still," he said slowly, "I sincerely wish all of you the very best."
"I hope that among the geniuses gathered here today, some of you will one day shine brilliantly throughout the Divine Realm itself."
The surrounding disciples immediately became excited after hearing those words.
Even some elders nodded lightly in agreement.
Soon afterward, Elder Cael lightly waved his hand before speaking once more.
"Finally…" he said, "before everyone departs from the Violet Star Palace, a small banquet will be held tomorrow evening."
The atmosphere within the square instantly relaxed slightly afterward.
"A banquet?" many disciples muttered excitedly.
Elder Cael smiled faintly.
"You have all worked hard throughout these trials," he continued. "Take this opportunity to relax, exchange experiences, and enjoy yourselves before this gathering officially comes to an end."
The surrounding disciples immediately became much more lively after hearing that announcement.
Some people began discussing the banquet excitedly with their companions.
Others discussed the results of the Smelting Trial once again.
Meanwhile, many gazes still continued drifting toward Max from time to time.
After all, regardless of the banquet or the end of the trials, everyone understood one thing clearly.
The greatest topic of this entire Smelting Trial—
Was undoubtedly Max Morgan.