บท 358: Chapter 280: An Undoubtedly Perfect Choice!
Chapter 280: An Undoubtedly Perfect Choice!
Among the two treasures presented, Yuanshi Tianzun had no hesitation in choosing the Chaos Immortality Talisman—it was undeniably the most suitable item for him.
No one was surprised by Yuanshi Tianzun's choice since it was evident that the Chaos Immortality Talisman was superior. Selecting the other treasure would have raised eyebrows instead.
Though acquiring this treasure did not directly enhance his power, it significantly elevated his overall combat ability. As long as the Chaos Immortality Talisman was in effect, within a single hour, no known entity in the primordial world could kill him. Moreover, given his strength, it was unlikely that anyone would survive long enough to challenge him during that hour. In essence, he now possessed the ability to confront even Grandmaster Hongjun head-on.
However, Yuanshi Tianzun remained cautious, as he had never truly crossed swords with Ancestor Hongjun. Since he lacked a complete understanding of Hongjun's strength, he would not risk a direct confrontation. Besides, Hongjun was also his mentor. Unless his survival was directly threatened, Yuanshi Tianzun would not raise his hand against him.
Amid these developments, Yuanshi Tianzun forgot all about Ye Tian, unintentionally ignoring his existence. This was unsurprising since Ye Tian had yet to make an appearance, and his strength remained shrouded in mystery. Despite the powerful information revealed through the two rankings, Yuanshi Tianzun no longer feared Ye Tian now that he possessed the Chaos Immortality Talisman.
At this moment, no one in the primordial world could instill fear in Yuanshi Tianzun—only the dead Pangu God could have achieved that. But since no one could kill him now, the talisman granted him a deep sense of confidence.
Unfortunately, the Chaos Immortality Talisman could only be used once. Even if Yuanshi Tianzun wanted to experiment with it, he could not afford to do so. He could only activate it in life-and-death situations, and its true potential remained unknown until that moment arose.
The reward Yuanshi Tianzun received left many shocked. Judging by its value, such a prize should have been reserved for a higher-ranking position. That he received such an incredible reward at this stage made others speculate whether their own prizes might exceed expectations as well.
This uncertainty led some to question whether the higher the ranking, the better the reward. It was equally plausible that rewards from lower ranks could be more favorable. However, with only the Weapon List revealed up to ninth place, and despite some unexpected twists along the way, the final results remained unpredictable.
The real issue lay with Laozi, whose failure with the Question Card had created the impression that top-ranking positions might not always yield the best rewards. However, the root of Laozi's failure stemmed from his greed. Even saints would struggle to resist the temptation of such precious rewards, wanting to obtain every possible benefit.
To receive such treasures, one must also bear the associated risks. This was especially true for items like the Question Card. If luck was unfavorable, one might leave empty-handed—or worse, suffer a loss in power.
The Chaos Immortality Talisman only fueled others' desire for equally valuable rewards. However, obtaining another treasure of such caliber seemed highly unlikely, as even other saints coveted it. Rewards of this level were incredibly rare, even for the most fortunate.
As for the tenth-place reward, few had expectations before it was revealed—primarily because it also belonged to Yuanshi Tianzun. After receiving such an extraordinary item in ninth place, many believed it was reasonable for the tenth-place reward to be insignificant. Some even speculated that the two rewards had been combined into one, given how disproportionate the value of the talisman was for a ninth-place ranking.
Yuanshi Tianzun himself shared this sentiment. With the Chaos Immortality Talisman already in hand, he felt content. Even if the tenth-place reward turned out to be two Question Cards, he could afford to answer incorrectly without concern.
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[Sun Wukong]: "I bet Yuanshi Tianzun is overjoyed right now. Just look at that ninth-place reward! And to think he still has the tenth-place reward coming—he's already earned more than anyone else!"
[Yuanshi Tianzun]: "I didn't expect the ninth-place reward to be such a perfect fit. As for the tenth-place prize, I've made peace with whatever it might be. No matter what I get, it won't bother me."
[Fuxi]: "Yuanshi Tianzun's mindset is admirable. He isn't overly greedy, which is wise—who knows? The tenth-place reward could be a trap."
Items like the Question Card were unlikely to be one-offs. It was possible that Yuanshi Tianzun might encounter a similar trap, given how extraordinary his ninth-place reward had been. There was also a chance that the tenth-place prize might fall far short of expectations.
Laozi's experience was an example of such unpredictability. His first reward was terrible, weakening his power, but his second prize was exceptional. However, he had given the precious Saint Ascension Pill to his disciple, the Grandmaster Xuandu, out of consideration. Fortunately, the Grandmaster did not disappoint and quickly ascended to sainthood in return for Laozi's generosity.
The combination of Laozi's two rewards—a poor one and an excellent one—meant that he still gained significant value overall. Yuanshi Tianzun might face a similar scenario, but whether the tenth-place prize would be good or bad remained to be seen. This uncertainty only heightened everyone's curiosity.
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[Ancestor Minghe]: "The tenth-place reward will be revealed soon. Let's see what it holds!"
[Chiyou]: "I can't wait to find out if Yuanshi Tianzun's luck will hold and he'll score yet another great prize!"
As the Golden List Livestream continued, anticipation peaked with the ninth-place reward unveiled. The gradual unveiling of rewards only added to the suspense. When a new prize was about to be announced, excitement spread among the audience.
Even though Yuanshi Tianzun claimed to be indifferent about the tenth-place reward, deep down, he still hoped for something valuable. He wasn't aiming for a massive boost, just something that could enhance his strength a little. Excessive greed was inappropriate for saints, but that did not stop him from quietly hoping for a worthy reward.
So far, Yuanshi Tianzun's prizes had exceeded expectations based on his rank. While unchecked greed was unwise for a saint, the slightest hint of anticipation still lingered in his heart.
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