Zhou Yan nodded, finally feeling at ease.
"However, Zhou Yan, since you are a disciple of the Ten Thousand Swords Sect and have come to participate in my Black Demon Island's trial assessment, there is indeed an opportunity to try."
Zhao San's eyes gleamed as he looked at Zhou Yan and said, "I observe your bone age, you are only around sixteen or seventeen years old, and your cultivation is currently only at the Fourth Level of Houtian."
"However, your ability to defeat Zhou Yunyang clearly indicates exceptional talent!"
"Furthermore, your cultivation speed is significantly faster than Zhou Yunyang's!"
"If you are willing to join Black Demon Island, I can recommend you to participate in this trial assessment. With your talent, you will undoubtedly pass smoothly and successfully enter the Ten Thousand Swords Sect!"
"Thank you, Elder Zhao, thank you, Elder Zhao!"
Upon hearing this, Zhou Yan's face immediately lit up with surprise and joy.
Although he didn't hold much hope of entering the Ten Thousand Swords Sect, he still had to try.
Now, after hearing Zhao San's suggestion, he was even more delighted.
"Heh heh!"
Zhao San chuckled, "Young friend, there's no need to be so polite!"
"This is what you deserve!"
"In addition, once you successfully pass the assessment, you will become a formal disciple of Black Demon Island, with a status not much different from ordinary stewards."
"At that time, if you need any cultivation resources or martial skills, you can come to me. As long as the price is right, I can give you a preferential purchase!"
Zhao San's face was filled with warmth.
He knew very well that.
Being able to join Black Demon Island meant that in the future, there was a high possibility of becoming a disciple under that mysterious Island Master.
This was a tremendous honor for anyone.
Let alone for Zhou Yan, who was just an ordinary disciple.
Such an opportunity was rare in the entire Northern Yue Prefecture.
Hearing this, Zhou Yan was extremely excited and immediately agreed, "Elder Zhao, please rest assured. If I am fortunate enough to pass the trial assessment, I will never forget your cultivation grace."
"Heh heh!"
Zhao San chuckled.
"Zhou Yan, follow me now. Let's go register first. Tomorrow, I will take you to familiarize yourself with the environment and then send you to the assessment area!"
After speaking, he turned and walked towards the outside.
"Yes, Elder Zhao!"
Zhou Yan quickly followed.
"Weng~~~"
At this moment, a violent tremor suddenly sounded.
Immediately, several terrifying fluctuations appeared in the distance, instantly sweeping across the entire island.
"What's going on!"
In an instant, countless martial artists on Black Demon Island changed their expressions and looked up.
They saw that in the sky above the distant sea, clouds and wind surged, and thunder roared.
Then, a warship, several dozen feet long and entirely black, broke through the waves and appeared above the harbor of Black Demon Island, hovering in mid-air.
Dozens of figures stood on the deck of this warship.
At the forefront stood two people.
Both of them were clad in silver-white armor.
One of them was burly, exuding a fierce aura.
The other was a slender young man, holding a folding fan, with a gentle smile on his face.
"It's people from the Ten Thousand Swords Sect!"
Upon clearly seeing the emblem on the warship, Zhou Yan's expression faltered, and he murmured.
"That's right!"
Elder Zhao nodded.
"These two are outer disciples of the Ten Thousand Swords Sect!"
"They have been ordered to escort a batch of precious treasures to our Black Demon Island for a transaction!"
"As for the escort team, they are led by the Black Dragon Guards!"
"Black Dragon Guards..."
Upon mentioning the Black Dragon Guards, Zhou Yan couldn't help but gasp.
The Black Dragon Guards were a taboo existence on Black Demon Island.
Because...
Black Demon Island was the main base of the Black Demon Cult, where experts were numerous, and even Saint Venerable level powerhouses were not uncommon.
The Black Dragon Guards were responsible for guarding this place and ensuring the safety of Black Demon Island.
It could be said that the duty of the Black Dragon Guards was to protect Black Demon Island.
Unless Black Demon Island faced a disaster of annihilation, even if all major families and sects joined forces to attack, the Black Dragon Guards would not leave Black Demon Island even an inch.
This time, the Black Demon Cult had dispatched the Black Dragon Guards for the trial assessment, which showed how much importance the Black Demon Cult attached to this trial assessment!
"Young friend Zhou Yan, you don't need to worry. The Black Dragon Guards are only responsible for maintaining order on Black Demon Island and will not interfere in our island's affairs."
Seemingly sensing Zhou Yan's worry, Elder Zhao said to comfort him.
"So that's how it is!"
Zhou Yan understood, and at the same time, breathed a sigh of relief.
"Let's go, I'll take you there."
Elder Zhao said, then strode towards the warship.
Zhou Yan followed closely behind.
Soon.
The two of them arrived on the deck.
Elder Zhao went forward and communicated directly with the two Black Dragon Guards responsible for the escort.
A moment later, he returned to Zhou Yan.
"Alright, the Black Dragon Guards have permitted you to enter the assessment area. Now, they will escort you into the trial assessment grounds!"
"Remember, you only need to stay inside for five days!"
"After five days, someone will naturally meet you!"
"Okay, thank you, Elder Zhao!"
Zhou Yan said gratefully.
"Mm!"
Elder Zhao nodded slightly, then waved for Zhou Yan to step back.
...
Zhou Yan, along with the two Black Dragon Guards, stepped onto the warship.
As soon as he stepped onto the warship, Zhou Yan was stunned.
He saw that the warship was already well-equipped, with all sorts of facilities in place, and even hundreds of people busily working within.
These people, both male and female, were of various ages.
However, their attire was uniform, with the words "Black Demon Island" embroidered on their sleeves.
Clearly, they were all people from Black Demon Island.
And as Zhou Yan observed them.
"Swish!"
Suddenly, all eyes fell upon Zhou Yan.
"Huh! Isn't that Zhou Yan?"
"Hahaha! I didn't expect to meet again."
"Tsk tsk! This trial assessment will definitely not be our turn to participate, you losers!"
"Hmph! Black Demon Island is full of hidden talents. This time, we must select a few true disciples, otherwise, wouldn't that be too embarrassing!"
Such voices continuously echoed.
Zhou Yan glanced at them but couldn't be bothered.
"Let's go!"
He then said lightly to the two Black Dragon Guards and walked towards the ship's cabin.
"Wait!"
However, just as Zhou Yan was about to enter the ship's cabin, a cold voice sounded from the side.
Immediately, a sturdy young man in black robes slowly walked over.
This black-robed youth had a gloomy expression and sharp eyes. He stared at Zhou Yan and said, "You are Zhou Yan?"
"That's right!"
Zhou Yan frowned and asked doubtfully, "May I ask who you are..."
"Hmph!"
The black-robed youth snorted coldly, then said, "My name is Qin Hao, and I am the eighth-ranked Black Demon Guard of Black Demon Island's outer sect!"