Important Figures from the Capital!

When Lu Feng's strength had shocked everyone, he had already started toward the third floor.

As he successfully stepped onto the third floor of Baiyue Tower, the scene before him changed dramatically once more.

The vast third floor held only a dozen or so people, including several maids and government guards.

Once they were discounted, only seven people remained on the entire floor.

The man seated at the highest place was a slightly chubby, middle-aged man. His face commanded respect without anger, and he was clearly someone of high standing.

From Lu Feng's guess, this slightly chubby man was probably Prefect Xu of Baiyue County City.

Those seated on either side of him were also middle-aged men. They looked every bit like officials, so they were likely other county officials.

Finally, seated below the three officials were three young people—two men and one woman.

Though Lu Feng couldn't tell who they were, he could see that all three had reached the Martial Master Realm.

As he observed the third floor, the slightly chubby man at the head of the table suddenly noticed him.

"Hm?! I never expected anyone to make it up here!"

The moment the slightly chubby man finished speaking, everyone turned their gaze toward Lu Feng.

Seeing this, Lu Feng stepped forward and cupped his hands to the group. "Greetings, everyone. I'm Lu Feng, here to take part in the Martial Examination's Youth Elite Competition!"

At his words, everyone looked thoughtful. None of them could recall anyone by the name of Lu Feng.

Seeing him introduce himself, the slightly chubby man smiled and said, "So you're Young Master Lu. Since you've made it to the third floor, you've already proven your abilities. Please, take a seat."

After that, several maids set up a new table at the lowest place below.

Lu Feng didn't mind and sat down without hesitation.

Then the slightly chubby man continued, "Everyone, although this year's Martial Examination was moved up by a month, I've added a new event to the competition."

At this, the three young people below looked surprised and uncertain.

One of the young men in fine clothes cupped his hands and asked, "May I ask what new event Prefect Xu has added? Could you tell us a little about it?"

The young man's words confirmed that the slightly chubby man was Prefect Xu of Baiyue County, just as Lu Feng had guessed.

Prefect Xu smiled faintly. "Heh. The three of you are the strongest of your generation among the Three Great Noble Families of Baiyue County City. This new event will be little more than a trial for you. As for what it involves, you'll find out when the time comes."

At that, the three young people seated below stopped asking questions.

From their exchange, Lu Feng had also figured out the three young people's backgrounds.

It turned out that they were disciples of the Three Great Noble Families of Baiyue County City.

And the strongest three of their generation, at that.

While everyone was chatting animatedly, a maid hurried over and whispered something into Prefect Xu's ear.

At this, a glint flashed in Prefect Xu's eyes. He raised a hand to dismiss the maid and said, "Everyone, I have some good news for you!"

The young man in fine clothes asked again, "Prefect, what good news is it?"

"I've just received word that an important figure from the Capital has arrived in Baiyue County City. This person has come specifically because of the Northern Wei Invasion. Since Baiyue County City is holding the Martial Examination, the important figure would like to come and take a look."

Everyone was slightly taken aback by this news.

Anyone Prefect Xu called an important figure must have an extraordinary background.

But Prefect Xu hadn't mentioned the person's official rank, so this important figure from the Capital was probably not an official.

Lu Feng, seated at the very end, wasn't particularly surprised. Even if such an important figure came here, it had nothing to do with him.

The others, however, looked eager, as if this important figure from the Capital might bring them some kind of benefit.

The young man in fine clothes immediately stood and asked, "Prefect, may I ask who this important figure you mentioned is?"

Before Prefect Xu could answer, footsteps suddenly sounded on the stairs leading to the third floor.

Prefect Xu smiled. "Heh. Young Master Zhou, isn't the important figure you're asking about already here?"

As he spoke, three women slowly ascended to the third floor.

Their attire gave everyone pause, for all three had something covering their faces.

The woman standing in the middle was surely the important figure from the Capital.

She was tall and slender, with fair skin. She wore a Purple Gold Neon Dress and a white veil over her face. Though her true features were hidden, anyone with a discerning eye could tell she must be exceptionally beautiful.

The two women behind her wore fitted outfits, Long Swords at their waists, and Ghost Masks over their faces.

From their appearance, it was clear they were guards accompanying the important figure from the Capital.

As the three women reached the third floor, Prefect Xu and the other two officials actually went forward to greet them.

"Miss Shangguan, I'm sorry I wasn't here to welcome you. Please forgive me!"

Prefect Xu's manner had turned exceedingly fawning. He was nothing like the dignified official he had been before.

The Veiled Lady merely gave a slight nod. "You're too kind, Prefect Xu. I'm only passing through. Why would I blame you?"

"Heh. In that case, Miss Shangguan, please take the seat of honor. I can introduce you to the outstanding talents of Baiyue County City."

With that, Prefect Xu ushered the Veiled Lady to the seat of honor, while he took a seat beside her.

Seeing this, Lu Feng felt puzzled. A prefect was already a fourth-rank official of the Imperial Court, yet when facing the Veiled Lady, he acted like a subordinate. It was difficult to understand.

Once everyone was seated, Prefect Xu gestured toward the three young people below and introduced them.

"Miss Shangguan, these three are outstanding disciples of the Three Great Noble Families of Baiyue County City. They're also the top contenders in this year's Martial Examination."

At that, Young Master Zhou, dressed in fine clothes, stood first and cupped his hands toward the Veiled Lady.

"I'm Zhou Yonghua, the eldest legitimate son of the Zhou Family of Baiyue County City. Greetings, Miss Shangguan!"

The Veiled Lady glanced at Zhou Yonghua, then lost interest.

"Mm. I'll remember that."

Though the Veiled Lady was rather cool toward Zhou Yonghua, her languid, alluring voice was unforgettable.

Zhou Yonghua felt somewhat displeased, but he didn't dare show it while facing the Veiled Lady.

Then the other young man among the three stood and cupped his hands.

"I'm Li Yi, the legitimate son of the Li Family of Baiyue County City. Greetings, Miss Shangguan!"

The Veiled Lady merely glanced at him as well, then gave a quiet "Mm" in reply.

If anyone else had treated them this way, it would surely have drawn resentment. But from the Veiled Lady, it seemed perfectly ordinary.