Golden List Live: I Really Can't Hide Anymore!

Chapter 299: A Relatively Ordinary Reward

[Zhunti: I choose the Resonant Melody Bamboo!]

When Zhunti made his choice, most observers found it quite normal. Rarely does anyone, even Saints, select raw materials from the rewards.

This is because, no matter how exceptional the material is, the resulting crafted item will usually only be on par with the original reward. However, if the crafting fails, one might end up with far less or even nothing at all.

No one, not even Saints, would willingly take such a risk.

However, when Laozi saw the material, he considered choosing the second reward because it was an entire tree trunk—a massive and rare resource.

Under normal circumstances, such materials are rarely encountered and usually only appear as part of rewards like these.

If Laozi had obtained it, he could have used it to forge a boat-like artifact. The material was durable and enormous, capable of accommodating numerous formations. After meticulous refinement, it would undoubtedly become an exceptional treasure.

Unfortunately, the material wasn't part of Laozi's reward. Even though he coveted it, it was useless to him.

Moreover, Laozi and Zhunti didn't have a good relationship, and Laozi wasn't inclined to trouble Zhunti to hand it over for an exchange. Doing so would put Laozi in a passive position, and even if he successfully exchanged for it, the trade-off would likely be inequitable.

Zhunti, for his part, didn't have such notions. If something was useless to him, he would discard it outright without a second glance.

After obtaining the material, Zhunti didn't intend to keep it. He immediately summoned Guanyin Bodhisattva and handed it to him.

"This item is useless to me but might be of some use to you. Take it, and I hope you'll cultivate more diligently with it!"

"Thank you, Saint!"

In the Western paradise, powerful beings rarely roamed about, usually staying to cultivate in one place. When the other experts saw Guanyin being summoned, they immediately understood what it meant.

Zhunti had just obtained a treasure from the reward, and judging by his reaction, he didn't like it very much. Summoning Guanyin alone made it evident he intended to give it to him.

However, some other powerful figures weren't entirely satisfied. While the item was decent, it wasn't particularly useful for someone as strong as Guanyin. They thought it might have been better rewarded to weaker disciples.

Still, regardless of their dissatisfaction, the treasure wasn't something exceptional. It was suitable enough for ordinary disciples. Moreover, as a Saint, Zhunti didn't owe anyone an explanation for his decisions.

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[Weapon List, 32nd Place Reward: Myriad Dragon Carriage - Nuwa]

[Post-Heavenly Supreme Treasure, crafted from the dragon souls of 9,999 deceased ancient dragons and a Grand Supreme Golden Immortal dragon's skeleton. Exceptional speed and strong defensive capabilities.]

This treasure's appearance caused discomfort among the observing dragon clans. Even though the ancient dragon race had declined, they had once ruled the world.

The fact that their deceased souls couldn't rest and were instead captured and refined into a treasure left the dragons deeply disturbed.

While they felt a chill at the sight of their kin's souls and remains, they were powerless to do anything about it.

Firstly, this was a reward from the Golden List, untouchable for beings of their strength. Secondly, it was Nuwa's reward—belonging to a Saint.

Angering a Saint would bring nothing but disaster. The dragon clans, already in a precarious state, couldn't afford to provoke further trouble. Thus, they could only swallow their indignation and watch in silence.

For Nuwa, however, this treasure wasn't particularly appealing. Using it would be overly conspicuous, something ill-suited to her reserved personality as a Saint.

Additionally, she rarely left her residence, making the treasure impractical for her.

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The second reward was then revealed.

[Weapon List, 32nd Place Reward: Purple Smoke Veil]

[Post-Heavenly Supreme Treasure. This item can deploy the Purple Smoke Grand Formation. Due to its limited energy, the formation's size and power are constrained. It can also transform into a defensive garment, making it a rare defensive treasure.]

Although it appeared impressive, its true effectiveness remained uncertain until tested. However, it was speculated that the treasure was unlikely to be exceptionally powerful.

Since it was a Post-Heavenly Supreme Treasure, the formation it created would probably only be effective against beings below the Grand Supreme Golden Immortal level, making it ineffective against stronger opponents.

For Nuwa, the choice was relatively simple. The second reward was more agreeable to her. While she might not need it, it could at least serve as a protective garment.

In contrast, the first reward was far too conspicuous. If she chose it, it would likely make the entire dragon clan resentful toward her.

While Nuwa had no fear of the dragon clan, the second reward suited her better.

[Nuwa: I choose the second reward, Purple Smoke Veil!]

Nuwa's decision allowed the dragon clans to breathe a sigh of relief. The first reward had been too overwhelming for them. If Nuwa had chosen it, they wouldn't have been able to regard it calmly.

If the treasure remained in Nuwa's hands, they wouldn't dare harbor any thoughts about it. However, it was possible she might bestow it on a disciple or someone else.

In that case, the dragon clans would inevitably view the recipient as an enemy. If necessary, they might even take action against them to serve as a warning to others, discouraging anyone from targeting their race for crafting treasures.

Fortunately, none of this came to pass. Since Nuwa didn't choose the treasure, the dragon clans didn't need to take a stand against a Saint. Nuwa, known for her non-contentious nature, wasn't someone they wished to provoke.