Black Island.
At the Myriad Treasures Building headquarters, rows upon rows of palaces vanished into the clouds. Within the most magnificent pavilion deep inside, two people were sipping tea and chatting with smiles, the picture of elegance and leisure.
The woman in a resplendent long gown pushed a teacup forward with her jade-like hand.
"The time for the trial is almost here. Everything will soon be settled in the dust."
Her soft voice carried the confidence of one who held everything in her grasp. Her lovely face brooked no challenge, and every gesture exuded an innate, supreme nobility.
As the eldest daughter of the Myriad Treasures Pavilion,
Lu Shuyao had been born into the utmost honor. Few could rival her status. Though still young, she already possessed the imposing bearing of one long accustomed to authority.
Even with Sixth Grade cultivation, Pei Songhe could only accept the teacup with a flattering smile.
"For this trial, victory and defeat have long been decided. The Myriad Treasures Building will surely fall under the eldest miss's control in the future. Allow me to offer my congratulations in advance."
Lu Shuyao nodded slightly.
"Thank you for your auspicious words, Mr. Pei."
"It is a pity that my younger sister always refuses to give up. Even after being sent to Sunshine Island years ago, she still harbored some intention of competing. Now that she is returning, I fear she will not let the matter rest."
The meaning behind her words was obvious. Pei Songhe promptly smiled and clasped his fists.
"You are too modest, Eldest Miss."
"Miss Xinlan is on Sunshine Island. In terms of auction results, she certainly cannot compare to you. As for her connections among guest elders, they are even less worth mentioning."
"Could some remote outer island possibly recruit any capable