Tianzhang True Monarch smiled slightly, pointing to the light screen. “When it comes to rankings,” he said, “it depends on how you rank them.”

“If we rank by the number of kills, it’s a different story.”

The data ranking on the light screen suddenly changed from ‘construction output value’ to ‘number of Yellow Turban Warriors killed’.

In an instant, Zhang Yu soared to first place, with Ping Han in second.

Many guests were surprised by this. After all, Ping Han’s final ‘mountain-lifting’ strike, both in terms of impact and commotion, surpassed Zhang Yu’s. Yet, Zhang Yu’s kill count unexpectedly outranked his.

Tianzhang True Monarch explained, “While Ping Han’s final strike was mighty, it lacked Zhang Yu’s control, naturally resulting in less effective lethality!”

With a thought, the light screen projected images of the Divine Generals clearing the battlefield.

In Ping Han’s examination area, the Divine Generals were segmenting and moving the ‘small mountain’ that Ping Han had furiously hurled, returning it to its original distant location.

Beneath the lifted ‘small mountain,’ numerous smaller Yellow Turban Warriors were found buried in pits, still retaining their combat effectiveness!

Director Gao, watching this scene, thought to himself, “When Ping Han’s mountain-lifting strike landed, the larger Yellow Turban monsters bore the brunt and were directly shattered!”

“However, the smaller Yellow Turban Warriors had the opportunity to dig pits and evade the attack!”

“Moreover, because the ‘small mountain’ pressed down on the remains of the larger Yellow Turban monsters, it naturally created gaps between the ‘mountain’ and the ground!”

Meanwhile, Zhang Yu’s examination area also appeared.

One Yellow Turban Warrior corpse after another was cleared away. Each appeared mostly intact but had been precisely destroyed, leaving no survivors across the entire battlefield!

Deng Bingding, also watching this scene, became increasingly astonished: “Zhang Yu is only a junior, isn’t he? He hasn’t even been in university for two and a half years, yet he has made such rapid progress?”

As the remnants of both Zhang Yu’s and Ping Han’s battlefields were displayed, Tianzhang True Monarch continued, “Zhang Yu achieved higher lethality with a smaller construction scale and lower cost. Doesn’t this indicate his skill surpasses Ping Han’s?”

Hearing this, many civil engineering experts present nodded repeatedly.

After all, controlling costs, much like optimizing construction value, is an essential skill for every civil engineer.

Gengchen Yi scoffed, “How can a civil engineering exam be judged by kill counts? It should obviously focus on construction scale and efficiency!”

Tianzhang True Monarch retorted, “This is an examination for a military civil engineering certificate, which determines the right to use military-grade martial arts. How can we not consider kill data?”

As both sides remained locked in debate, Qiyun True Monarch, who had remained silent, looked at Director Lin and asked, “Old Lin, what’s your take?”

Director Lin replied, “Ping Han has his strengths, and Zhang Yu has his brilliance. However, Ping Han is from the last graduating class.”

Tianzhang True Monarch shook his head. “What does being the last class matter? The military certificate is awarded based on merit. Do we consider age?”

A guest suggested, “I think we should let both of them obtain the military certificate!”

Qiyun True Monarch rejected the idea, saying, “The Heavenly Court only grants one spot at most; it’s impossible for both to receive it!”

Director Gao, standing nearby, secretly sighed upon hearing this. He knew that for the Heavenly Court, no matter how outstanding a student was, they couldn’t make them retract a decision.

As various judges and guests voiced their opinions, Qiyun True Monarch summarized, “Both Ping Han and Zhang Yu have commendable aspects.”

“Ping Han possesses immense magical power, leveraging the power of transformation and the forces of heaven and earth, making a monumental impact in this battle!”

“Zhang Yu’s martial arts are honed through countless trials; his decisive strike swept the entire field, truly a master of both heaven and earth…”

As he spoke, Qiyun True Monarch’s mind flashed back to his recent conversation with Ciji True Monarch.

Regarding Zhang Yu, perhaps due to his connection with Ciji True Monarch, Qiyun True Monarch not only paid attention to Zhang Yu but also noticed aspects of him beyond his martial arts.

“Zhang Yu’s magic artifacts, though seemingly unassuming, played a crucial role!”

“Without the enhancement of these artifacts, his speed in processing building materials would likely have been much slower, and the remaining power might not have been enough to completely annihilate his opponents!”

Upon realizing this, Qiyun True Monarch sent a message to Ciji True Monarch, asking a question.

Qiyun True Monarch: Ciji, how is Zhang Yu’s artifact forging skill?

Ciji True Monarch: …

Qiyun True Monarch: Screenshot of Zhang Yu’s mentor, image file!

Ciji True Monarch: Oh, I forgot about that! I did indeed take on such a disciple!

Qiyun True Monarch: I’m overseeing the military certificate exam!

Qiyun True Monarch: I want to know Zhang Yu’s artifact forging skill level!

Ciji True Monarch: If he were in the artifact forging department, he’d be at least in the top five of his class!

Qiyun True Monarch was slightly surprised and asked again, “Which of the magic artifacts on him did he forge himself?”

The memory of his conversation with Ciji True Monarch flashed in Qiyun True Monarch’s mind. He secretly thought, “This Zhang Yu is incredibly talented!”

“The entire university operates as one interconnected entity. While the civil engineering department’s inter-university competition is important, the artifact forging department is ultimately more crucial!”

“By supporting Ciji and Zhang Yu, Zhang Yu can master the Heavenly Kunlun Mountain-Moving Divine Power before transferring departments, becoming an interdisciplinary talent in artifact forging!”

“Furthermore, if we can subtly influence the civil engineering department, foster closer collaboration between the artifact forging and civil engineering departments, it would add leverage in balancing the finance department, and incidentally, curb the prevailing trend of cryptocurrency speculation within the university!”

“Old Gao would surely support this if he knew!”

While outwardly Qiyun True Monarch never opposed students speculating on Ambrosia Coins, it was impossible to say he had no opinion when his own ‘leeks’ were rushing to be harvested by Hekwan University’s reapers!

Qiyun True Monarch could already imagine what kind of trend would emerge in the civil engineering department once Ping Han secured the military certificate.

Of course, whether considering the overall situation of Wanfa University’s departments or analyzing student cryptocurrency speculation, these thoughts were ultimately based on Zhang Yu’s strength!

If Zhang Yu’s strength wasn’t, from a certain perspective, indeed superior to Ping Han’s, Qiyun True Monarch wouldn’t have considered all this.

His thoughts raced, but Qiyun True Monarch continued speaking without pause: “However, Ping Han, wielding the power of heaven and earth, though immensely powerful, ultimately couldn’t control it perfectly, leaving flaws and imperfections!”

“Every bit of Zhang Yu’s strength was self-cultivated; with unparalleled fighting spirit, supplemented by ashes, flesh, and digested materials, he forged an iron defense that eliminated the most enemies at the lowest cost. In my view, this is the true spirit of civil engineering!”

“However, my evaluation is just my evaluation!”

“I will truthfully report all the data from today’s exam, along with everyone’s opinions, to the Heavenly Court. The final decision will, of course, be made by the great gods and immortals of the Heavenly Court!”

Gengchen Yi, standing nearby, thought to himself that the lofty sect immortals wouldn’t concern themselves with such trivial matters of the Heavenly Court; they would likely leave it to the great gods.

But how much attention would the great gods truly dedicate to this exam? Most likely, it would be their subordinate Divine Generals who would synthesize the opinions of those present to arrive at a result!

Normally, the Heavenly Court would not overturn the on-site recommendation for the military certificate exam. Given the current situation, with both Qiyun True Monarch and Tianzhang True Monarch backing Zhang Yu, it was highly probable that this year’s civil engineering military certificate would go to Zhang Yu!

Gengchen Yi secretly lamented, “What a shame for Ping Han! If he had secured the military certificate, he probably could have encouraged many to buy Ambrosia Coins!”

Upon hearing Qiyun True Monarch’s words, the thoughts of many present mirrored Gengchen Yi’s; they understood that the military certificate was now highly likely to be awarded to Zhang Yu as well.

Of course, procedurally, everything still needed to be submitted for approval, awaiting the Heavenly Court’s final decision.

Before the Heavenly Court officially announced the results, the experts and professors present naturally had no interest in revealing anything prematurely.

Director Gao, who had been listening to the debate, now showed a complex expression on his face.

In his heart, it would be a great pity if either Ping Han or Zhang Yu failed to obtain the military certificate.

However, upon hearing of Ping Han’s likely defeat, this regret deepened, even significantly dampening his joy over Zhang Yu potentially securing the certificate.

He knew this was Ping Han’s last chance.

Outside the Examination Area!

Su Yanyang emerged, looking weak, with lingering regret in his eyes.

The more he thought about prematurely selling his Ambrosia Coins, the more irritated he became.

Just then, he saw Zhang Yu being brought outside the examination area, receiving treatment from a Divine General.

Seeing Zhang Yu’s bloody and battered appearance, Su Yanyang suddenly felt his mood improve significantly.

“Mere Yellow Turban Warrior attacks resulted in such severe injuries?”

“An overconfident fool, only a junior, yet attempting the military certificate exam!”

Su Yanyang secretly thought, “Serves you right for your losses!”

At that moment, a violent surge of killing intent swept over, startling Su Yanyang.

He turned to see Xiaoyun Ji, now back in human form, approaching.

Xiaoyun Ji’s face was distorted, and she gnashed her teeth. The magical skeletal parts on her body occasionally twisted, as if they had a mind of their own!

Su Yanyang quietly retreated a few steps, trying to distance himself from Xiaoyun Ji.

He secretly wondered, “This woman… did she also sell Ambrosia Coins?”

Meanwhile, Ping Han approached under everyone’s gaze.

Seeing Ping Han completely unharmed and looking calm, Su Yanyang couldn’t help but ask, “Did you sell your Ambrosia Coins?”

Ping Han smiled faintly, “Join the guidance group, and you can see my position allocation!”

“However, I’m in a good mood today, so I can show you for free!”

As he spoke, screenshots displayed by Ping Han appeared in Su Yanyang’s eyes.

Su Yanyang sighed inwardly, “This guy… didn’t he waver even a little?”

Ping Han said, “Junior Brother Su, investing in coins cannot be achieved without repeated losses and countless refinements of one’s Dao heart!”

“If you’re interested, you can join the guidance group. I share my experience and show my operations there daily!”

Su Yanyang repeatedly looked at the profit screenshots shared by Ping Han, and at that moment, he considered joining the group.

On the other side, Xiaoyun Ji had no interest in coin speculation. She looked directly at Ping Han and coldly asked, “What was your formation core integrity at the end?”

Ping Han casually replied, “100%.”

Xiaoyun Ji’s eyes dimmed upon hearing this, knowing her chance of victory was now zero.

Other candidates nearby, hearing this, looked at Ping Han with envy, thinking that this genius, who had also profited greatly from coin speculation, would likely secure the military certificate this time.