Time passed bit by bit.
Two hours later, the more than three thousand participating teams had dwindled to just over a thousand.
Many martial artists couldn't withstand the immense pressure on their bodies and eventually had to give up.
Now, almost all martial artists still struggling along the mountain path were panting heavily, slowing their pace to conserve physical strength.
On the other hand, Duan Gujin was leading the pack, relying on the innate abilities of the Giant Demon Dragon Elephant Martial Soul to successfully become the first to conquer the lengthy mountain path.
"Not bad, this disciple's physique is really impressive! He only took two hours!"
The elder responsible for the test was astonished at the time Duan Gujin spent, with disbelief in his eyes.
"This Ascension Academy disciple has broken our record!"
"Indeed, this Ascension Academy disciple has broken our record!"
