The scenery atop the flying boat was breathtakingly beautiful.
Only the woman in purple stood at the bow of the boat, while the others were not far from her, chatting and laughing in small groups on the deck.
Including the woman in purple, all of these people planned to go to Primordial City —the city closest to Primordial Holy Heaven.
However, they were not all acquaintances. As for the woman in purple, the others were just casual acquaintances she had met on the road.
The noise behind her was a bit loud. The woman in purple turned around calmly and met someone's gaze.
Xiao Han's eyes were filled with amazement, especially when he saw the woman in purple turn around. Suddenly, he understood what it meant to have a smile that could launch a thousand ships, even if the woman wasn't actually smiling.
Unfortunately, he could get along well with everyone else, but with her, even though he considered himself handsome and good-looking, he just couldn't win her heart.
In fact, she spoke very little throughout the entire journey.
"Young Master Xiao," someone called out to Xiao Han, drawing his attention. He maintained his smile and looked over, then heard the person continue, "We heard you say before that you have an older brother who is a student of the Holy Heaven Academy?"
Upon hearing this, Xiao Han's face immediately lit up with a smug look, and he nodded with a smile.
"Good."
He admitted that the envious glances directed at him had increased.
Xiao Han became even more smug, and despite the stares, he continued speaking.
"I do have an elder brother in the Holy Heaven. He is a student in the Long Wind Academy of the Holy Heaven's outer school, and he has been in the academy for two years now."
As he spoke, Xiao Han kept glancing at the woman in purple beside him out of the corner of his eye, as if trying to see a look of shock and admiration on her face.
It must be said that in the Primordial Domain, the title of "Holy Heaven Student" carries immense prestige.
Even in its decline, the Primordial Holy Heaven remains the overlord of the Primordial Domain.
Among them are countless geniuses, and only the truly gifted are accepted.
Even in the outer academy, those who can enter are among the best of the best, far beyond the reach of ordinary people.
The reactions of those around him after he said these words were not unexpected for Xiao Han.
After he finished speaking, most of the others looked at him with envy.
Someone couldn't help but say, "With such a brother in the Holy Heaven, Young Master Xiao, wouldn't it be a piece of cake for you to enter the Primordial Holy Heaven next time?"
The others were also envious, marveling at Xiao Han's connections, praising him repeatedly.
Xiao Han's smugness intensified, his vanity greatly satisfied by the constant flattery from those around him.
But he didn't seem to care much, casually waving his hand and speaking in a humble tone.
"Hey, that's not quite right. What kind of place is the Primordial Holy Heaven? There's absolutely no way you can get in by using connections. At most, I just have a slight advantage over you."
For others, this is precisely the advantage they value.
He was so humble and full of self-praise, it was almost one sentence after another.
"Young Master Xiao is too modest. With such an elder brother who can often guide you, you've already started far ahead of us other contestants!"
"Yes, yes, you are a future student of the Holy Heaven. When you arrive in the Primordial Domain, you must take good care of us."
Xiao Han couldn't suppress his smile and waved his hands repeatedly.
"Of course, of course."
After he had finally finished enjoying the praise from those around him, looking at the aloof and seemingly unmoved woman, he finally couldn't help but speak up.
"Miss Yunyi, you must also be here for the next round of recruitment for the Primordial Holy Heaven, right?"
That's right.
Traveling with Xiao Han and the others was none other than Yunyi!
However, she was not holding her signature zither in her arms, and her face no longer held the elegance and gentle smile she usually wore when she was behind Lin Xuan; only a faint indifference remained.
From a distance, she does bear a striking resemblance to Su Lianxin.
Hearing Xiao Han call her name, Yunyi casually turned her head to look at him.
Xiao Han walked up to Yunyi and began to talk boastfully.
"You may not know this, but to enter Primordial City, one must pay hundreds of thousands of Spirit Stone. If one intends to stay there long-term, an even greater amount of Spirit Stone is required to purchase a temporary residence permit. Only the relatives of the students of Primordial Holy Heaven, and the students themselves, are exempt from this requirement."
"However, there's no need to worry too much about that. My elder brother has a courtyard in Primordial City, and we don't need temporary residence permits to stay there."
As he spoke, a hint of reserved pride appeared on Xiao Han's face.
"That courtyard is quite large. If you don't have a place to stay, why don't you come there with me? Occasionally, my elder brother comes out to teach me, and we can study and cultivate together."
It must be said that Xiao Han's words were extremely persuasive.
Not only is a temporary residence permit not required, but there's also free accommodation, saving countless Spirit Stone!
Most importantly, there was also a student of the Holy Heaven Academy who personally provided special training and instruction.
This is something countless people would kill for!
After Xiao Han finished speaking, everyone looked at Yunyi with envy, their eyes filled with a hint of jealousy.
Especially some of the women.
As women, only Yunyi has such good fortune; it truly makes people envious and jealous!
They themselves knew in their hearts that in terms of looks, they could never compare to Yunyi. Even if they envied her, they could only watch helplessly. Apart from whispering among themselves, there was nothing else they could do.
"Young Master Xiao is so kind to Miss Yun."
"Yes, Yunyi, what are you hesitating for? If it were me, I'd agree immediately."
"That's right, this is fantastic news."
Seeing that Yunyi remained silent, the others were even more anxious than Yunyi herself, wishing they could speak up and agree on Yunyi behalf.
Unfortunately, under everyone's gaze, Yunyi simply shook her head slightly.
She doesn't lack Spirit Stone, at least not that little Spirit Stone.
She also has no need to owe anyone favors.
Furthermore...
She was very confident about entering the Primordial Holy Heaven and didn't need anyone's help.
No one expected that Yunyi would refuse in the face of such a favorable situation!
Her refusal surprised everyone else.
Xiao Han, on the other hand, was also surprised, but didn't think much of it.
His feelings for Yunyi did not diminish with Yunyi rejection; on the contrary, they intensified.
If Yunyi agrees, then to him she will become just another ordinary woman, no different from any other woman, and will pose no challenge whatsoever.
But she refused.
Only a woman like this is worthy of me!
Unmoved by external things, even if overwhelming wealth and glory were placed before her, she would not be blinded. This is the kind of woman he should love!
Xiao Han shook his head, revealing a charming smile, and said, "Since Miss Yun is unwilling, then I won't force her. However, my promise is valid at any time. If Miss Yun wants it, then I'm willing!"
Anyway, there's still a long time ahead, and since we're all in Primordial City, he'll have plenty of opportunities.
He simply refused to believe that he couldn't win over Yunyi!