"What about the Eastern District?" Someone nearby immediately took an interest.
"You've heard of Tang Yan, right? His strength is only at the Profound Tier, yet somehow, he took first place on the Earth Ranking in one fell swoop.
"And there's a new student in the Eastern District who's already at the Earth Tier, but for some reason, he didn't compete." Know-It-All wore a mysterious expression.
"Maybe Tang Yan is stronger. It's not like beating someone above your level has never happened before," someone nearby challenged.
"Oh, give me a break. If they were within the same tier, one or two grades apart, I could believe someone winning against a higher-level opponent. But the gap between the Profound Tier and the Earth Tier is no small thing. Buddy, don't tell me you haven't even reached the Earth Tier?" Know-It-All asked scornfully.
The man's face reddened. He really hadn't reached the Earth Tier. He shot Know-It-All a fierce glare and simply moved elsewhere to watch.
Tang Yan hadn't deliberately concealed his strength. Many people who noticed it also looked deeply astonished.
No way. Was the Eastern District in such dire straits that it didn't have a single Earth Tier student?
"Your opponents for this competition will be decided by drawing lots. Let's begin!" Xiao Cangshan waved a hand, and an instructor approached carrying a box.
After the four of them drew their lots in turn, Tang Yan looked at the slip in his hand. It read "2."
"Students who drew number one, get ready," Xiao Cangshan said.
Lang Qingyun and Xue Xiao stepped forward.
"What a letdown. I thought I might get Tang Yan." Xue Xiao chuckled.
"That's all right. You can fight him next round." Strong confidence showed on Lang Qingyun's face.
Xue Xiao glanced disdainfully at Tang Yan and