As for why they had chosen him instead of the other outsiders from the Star Constellation Realm detained on Square Inch Mountain, Lu Ye guessed it had something to do with his performance aboard the Ghost Ship.
Haitang could not possibly have hidden what happened on the Ghost Ship from Su Yuqing. Chen Xuanhai had likely heard of it as well, which was why he had entertained such an idea.
After all, the Ghost Ship's trials were exceedingly harsh. Since he had passed them, outsiders would naturally assume he possessed something extraordinary.
"No problem. I'll take it!" After learning the details of the Black Abyss Martial Competition, Lu Ye readily agreed.
There was no reason to refuse. It was merely a contest fought under some complicated Rules, and all the participants were only in the Star Constellation Realm. There was nothing to fear.
Haitang still had her head lowered as she softly said, "There is one more matter I need to make clear to you, Junior Brother."
"What is it?"
Haitang's face suddenly reddened. After hesitating for a long while, she said, "Black Abyss is a rather special place. We of the Little People Race can enter it freely, but if other races wish to enter, they must carry the aura of our Little People Race. Otherwise, they cannot get in, and naturally cannot participate in the competition."
Lu Ye did not understand. "Carry the aura of your Little People Race? How is that done?"
While he was still puzzled, Nian Yuexian, who had remained silent all this while, suddenly seemed to understand. She carefully studied Haitang's expression and calmly asked, "Dual cultivation?"
A woman's thoughts were ultimately more delicate than a man's. Coupled with Haitang's current state, Nian Yuexian immediately made a guess.
Lu Ye turned to look at