Han Xuanji raised an eyebrow slightly:
"That's quite lucky."
"Um."
He Guanshan nodded and slowly said:
"It's quite lively now, but..."
"This opponent is no ordinary one."
He Guanshan's tone became serious:
"Although you defeated Zhou Lie, Zhou Lie was also easily defeated when he challenged someone in Nine Mysteries City back then."
Fortunately, he wasn't defeated by that failure; instead, he's worked even harder over the years.
"Let me also put in a good word for you. Zhou Lie isn't a bad guy by nature. After being defeated back then, he found it hard to accept defeat again, which is why he had a little conflict with you. I hope you don't mind."
"If possible, I'll make him apologize to you; just don't take this small matter to heart."
"Um."
Han Xuanji nodded, naturally giving face to his "elder brother".
Zhou Lie's little tricks didn't affect him much; he had long since stopped taking them seriously.
After all, it's impossible for him to be liked by everyone; sometimes, he might unknowingly offend more people than he realizes.
"But if he continues to cause me trouble..."
Han Xuanji said calmly.
"That won't happen."
He Guanshan spoke calmly, but the implication was clear.
Han Xuanji nodded without saying anything more.
Seeing that Han Xuanji had easily let go of the matter, He Guanshan also breathed a sigh of relief.
If possible, he naturally wouldn't want any conflict between the two of them.
"Many of the prodigies who came this time are direct descendants of the major Aristocratic Clan in Nine Mysteries City, as well as True Disciple of the Sage Sects. They have received top-notch resources since childhood, and none of them are simple individuals."
He Guanshan looked at him, his eyes filled with worry:
"Although you are exceptionally talented, you started late, and your foundation may not be as strong as theirs. This conference is about participation, not about striving for a ranking."
He Guanshan's words were both a reminder and a sign of his concern.
He worried that Han Xuanji, who was invincible in Thousand Souls City, would become arrogant and be defeated by a true genius at the tournament, thus damaging his Dao heart.
Han Xuanji understood the good intention in his words, but did not explain; she simply nodded.
"I see."
He knew that the other side probably didn't think he could beat those people.
Seeing that he was calm and composed, without the slightest arrogance or fear, He Guanshan nodded inwardly.
This kind of temperament already surpasses that of most exceptional talents.
"However, you don't need to worry too much."
He Guanshan changed the subject and smiled:
"Although you were only ranked at the Earth level in the seed assessment of the conference, that's because you had too few previous achievements and your inheritance is unknown, so the people of the Great Dao Society don't know your strength."
Based on your performance in defeating Zhou Lie, I think it wouldn't be unreasonable for you to be ranked as a top-tier seed.
However, even the seeded teams from the lower-tier level aren't bad; at least they don't need to play in the first few rounds and will directly enter the top 128.
Han Xuanji smiled slightly but did not reply.
He glanced at the list that Hun Qianxue sent him; it was filled with names, each with an impressive background and record.
People like Ling Cang, the Sword Young Master of the Ling Household in Nine Mysteries City, Yuan Jiuyang of the Yuan Household, Chen Qingzhi of the Azure Hidden Sect, and other geniuses from other major states... Each of these people has a formidable record and is hard to beat at the same level.
They are all prodigies who have the potential to reach the Sage Realm Stage, and are capable of challenging those of higher levels.
Before entering the Creation Platform, facing so many powerful enemies, Han Xuanji wouldn't have been very confident.
But things are different now.
After entering the Creation Platform, he successively condensed the Dao Principle of Creation and the Dao Principle of Destruction, achieving minor completion of the Indestructible Creation Body...
These gains greatly boosted his confidence.
"It seems we need to reveal more of our strength."
The thought flashed through Han Xuanji's mind, but his expression remained calm.
He's not one to seek the limelight, but sometimes, it's unavoidable.
This Principle Conference has attracted the attention of the Nine Mysteries Holy Lord, is hosted by the Great Dao Society, and draws geniuses from all sides.
This is not just a competition, but a stage to showcase oneself.
With the system providing cover, he wasn't worried about his cards being exposed.
As long as it doesn't attract the attention of an existence at the level of Saint King, it's enough to get away with it.
Why would an existence of that level bother with a mere Eternal Dao Master?
"After so many years of seclusion, it's time to put my cultivation to the test in real combat."
Han Xuanji thought to himself.
Mainly, he also wanted to assess how his current strength ranked among the top geniuses of the Eternal Continent.
Seeing that he didn't speak, He Guanshan assumed he was worried, so he patted him on the shoulder and comforted him:
Don't overthink it, just do your best.
Let's go, I'll take you to the conference venue.
If you don't show up soon, that guy Hun Qianxue might get so anxious that he'll come to the Creation Platform to find you himself.
Han Xuanji recalled the increasingly urgent messages from Hun Qianxue, and a slight smile involuntarily appeared on his lips.
"Then I'll have to trouble you, Brother Guanshan."
He Guanshan laughed and turned to walk out of the corridor.
Han Xuanji followed behind him, the two figures one after the other, passing through the bamboo forest, through the Tiger and Panther Legion's encampment, and heading towards the center of Thousand Souls City.
Along the way, He Guanshan asked a few more questions about Han Xuanji's cultivation. Han Xuanji answered a few questions about what he could say, and He Guanshan did not press him further, only nodding occasionally.
"Oh, right."
He Guanshan suddenly remembered something:
" Zhou Lie also participated in the conference this time and was rated as a prefecture-level seed, just like you."
He was determined to prove himself at the conference.
If you run into him, don't be careless.
Han Xuanji nodded:
" Zhou Lie is a man of strong will and determination; he will surely achieve great things sooner or later."
He Guanshan glanced at him, a hint of approval flashing in his eyes.
The two stopped talking and quickened their pace.
In the center of Thousand Souls City, a bustling crowd and soaring spiritual light filled the air.
The Principle Conference is in full swing.
The entire square covers a vast area, spanning several thousand feet.
Projections of various sizes appeared in the center of the square; the more intense the battle, the larger the image.
The appearance of Han Xuanji and He Guanshan did attract some people's attention.
After all, Han Xuanji was quite famous in Thousand Souls City, and many people knew him.
Upon seeing Han Xuanji's arrival, many people's gazes turned strange.
His gaze held a hint of anticipation, as if he were watching a good show.
This is easy to understand.
After all, how powerful and influential was Han Xuanji before?
He was S-Rank Talent as soon as he joined the Soul Household, defeated Baili Qianchi, and swept away Zhou Lie, the number one genius of the original Thousand Souls City. It seems that he has never tasted the bitterness of defeat.