Xu Jiujiu

"Brother Cheng."

As Ning Tian stepped off the airship, his voice was as soft as cotton candy, giving Wu Feng goosebumps and prompting him to glance at him sideways.

Looking at Ning Tian's exquisite and beautiful makeup, Lu Cheng also smiled and joked, "How have you been staying at the Nine Treasures Glazed Tile Sect these days? Is my father-in-law worried that you'll elope with me before the wedding?"

"That's pretty boring." Ning Tian's golden eyes held a hint of resentment. "Even if I stay in the Body Sect, aren't you in the Sun Moon Empire?"

Lu Cheng opened his mouth, somewhat embarrassed.

He exchanged a smile with the white-haired old man behind the girl, then changed the subject, saying, "Elder Zhu, you've come too."

"Yes, the sect leader instructed me to ensure the young lady's safety. After all, this is the Sun Moon Empire, and the journey is long, so I had no choice but to come in person." The old man smiled as he looked at Lu Cheng, the Body Sect Team behind him, and several powerful figures, with a hint of politeness.

They went up to catch up.

Thanks to Lu Cheng's mediation, the Body Sect and the Nine Treasure Glazed Tile Pagoda also reached some business cooperation agreements.

Therefore, the top experts on both sides are acquainted.

"Dong'er, you've changed so much, and so has Xiao Xiao..." Ning Tian and Wang Dong'er huddled together, the young girls whispering to each other. They were in the same grade, so they were quite close.

"This time... is another huge disturbance about to occur?"

Elder Zhu had obviously heard about the Body Sect's previous "glorious deeds" in the Sun Moon Empire. Not only was he not afraid of being implicated, but he stroked his beard and teased with a smile.

"Perhaps. If the Sun Moon Empire doesn't go too far, we're not unreasonable people, but if they... hmph, then don't blame us old fogies for being impolite." Du Busi crossed his arms, his face calm.

But Elder Zhu understood the meaning behind it.

He chuckled with a hint of schadenfreude. The Body Sect had done this to the Sun Moon Empire before, and now they were on their territory again. Did they think they wouldn't seek revenge?

This clearly indicates they've made up their minds to cause a huge scene.

And... how dare these guys say they're not unreasonable? Aren't they the most tyrannical and domineering Body Sect on the entire continent?

Of course, complaints aside...

Because of Lu Cheng, the Body Sect can be considered a loyal ally of the Nine Treasures Glazed Tile Sect, so he wouldn't be foolish enough to undermine his ally.

He simply smiled and exchanged a glance with Du Busi.

Both of them burst into laughter.

Mingdu.

This already prosperous city has entered its peak period.

Countless Soul Master from other regions flocked to the competition, as this year's competition coincided with the old emperor's critical illness and the crown prince's reign. The crown prince issued a new decree allowing all sects to participate in the competition in their own name, resulting in a number of participants several times greater than in previous years.

On the street, many academics looked worried.

Even the Heaven Dou Imperial Academy of various countries, who were favorites to win the previous competitions, looked worried. After all, this continent was full of hidden talents, and the sects were just hidden from the world, not extinct.

If we let them participate, our chances of winning the championship will be far greater than in previous years, and even the competition among the top sixteen will be several times fiercer.

"I'm out of ideas. I just checked the contestant list, and it's all a bunch of crazy old men and women."

Mingdu Grand Hotel, first floor.

Rest area.

A group of young men and women dressed in matching light purple school uniforms gathered together. One of the boys walked back with a worried look on his face and said dejectedly.

Don't be discouraged, the outcome is still uncertain.

At the head of the group, a woman with her hair styled in a bun, possessing an exquisite face and an elegant and noble demeanor, like a white Swan, spoke calmly, her red lips slightly parted.

"Your Highness, I'm not exaggerating, but this year's competition has brought together established sects like the Earth Dragon Sect and the Heavenly Dragon Sect, as well as hidden sects that have emerged from who-knows-where. If we can even squeeze into the top sixteen, we'll consider it a success," the boy said bitterly.

"..."

Upon hearing this, everyone's expression changed.

They naturally knew about the Earth Dragon Sect Gate, an old and established sect, whose foundation was quite profound and powerful. The Heavenly Dragon Sect, in particular, was a group of monsters whose Martial Soul were all dragons, and they had not appeared in the world for nearly a hundred years.

No one dared to underestimate their strength.

This time, as he said, it was indeed a tough battle.

"Where is the Body Sect? Haven't they shown up?" Xu Jiujiu frowned slightly and asked softly.

"I didn't see it..." The boy shook his head. "I've seen almost all the well-known sects on the mainland, but the Body Sect is the only one I haven't seen."

"That's true." A knowing glint flashed in Xu Jiujiu's eyes.

The Body Sect is too big a target; there's a high chance the enemy will resurrect itself and create a new sect to cover their tracks, possibly even under the name of the Heavenly Soul Empire's team.

Her memory was still of the competition that year, where that figure, though conceding defeat, stood straight and proud, showing no sign of losing.

Yes, Shrek Academy lost.

But he didn't lose.

From then on, Shrek Academy closed its doors to the public due to public opinion, and even went downhill. Such courage is truly admirable.

In fact, the two of them had been in close contact.

She felt that besides his unbelievably handsome appearance, there was something else about the young man that attracted her, something that made her unable to forget him even after all these years.

"Wait, Your Highness."

The boy looked up, stunned for some reason, his gaze fixed in shock on the hotel entrance not far away.

"It seems he's here..."

"Who?"

Xu Jiujiu, she raised her head in slight surprise, only to be met with a familiar face, still as handsome as ever, but with a figure that had grown taller and more slender, having matured...

Compared to the somewhat immature boy he once was, this guy is now a very charismatic young man.

He's even more handsome now...

However, Xu Jiujiu while, he regained his senses, his eyes filled with even greater astonishment and shock. The Body Sect and the Sun Moon Empire were mortal enemies!

The recent turmoil in Mingdu was instigated by the Body Sect, a fact that their spies in Mingdu had already obtained.

In this tense situation, how dare these guys brazenly appear in Mingdu, the headquarters of the Sun Moon Empire?!

Looking at the people behind Lu Cheng, Xu Jiujiu was even more shocked.

Almost all the well-known and powerful figures from the Body Sect have arrived.

What are they trying to do?

So arrogant!

The entire hall was silent, everyone staring at the group with either shock or excitement, especially at Lu Cheng, who was at the head of the group. As the champion of the previous competition who did not win the championship, Lu Cheng's name was well-known among the younger generation.

Of course, many sects were quite dissatisfied. After learning about Lu Cheng's record in the previous competition, they all believed that the previous competition was purely an internal battle within the academy, and that the academy factions were all pushovers who deserved to be bullied by him.

Once a sect joins the competition, we'll put you guys in a tougher position and show you what a true genius is!

"Excuse me, which organization do you all belong to...?"

The attendant in charge of registration noticed something was amiss and said nervously.

"Body Sect."

Lu Cheng took the lead, revealing a kind smile, and spoke.

"Oh, okay, sir. Please go over there and have your age checked. You need to be under twenty." The young waitress quickly nodded, but when she looked up, she saw a stunningly handsome face. She paused for a moment, then lowered her head shyly.

"OK."

Lu Cheng smiled and gestured for everyone to go to the other side.

"And me, from the Tang Sect."

Tang Ya also filled out the basic information and led Wang Dong'er and the others to the testing area.

"..."

A few minutes later.

Lu Cheng and the others emerged from the small dark room, leisurely collected their room cards, and headed towards the elevator.

Several figures blocked their way.

The leading youth was tall and burly, with a sharp glint in his eyes. He fixed his gaze directly on Lu Cheng, his expression calm as he slowly extended his hand, a hint of provocation in his voice. "Heavenly Dragon Sect, Yu Tianlong."

The scene suddenly fell silent.

Many of the participating teams present also cast their glances in anticipation; this was going to be interesting.

Lu Cheng remained indifferent, showing no intention of paying attention.

With the participation of sects, this year's competition has indeed become more intense, with a sense of hidden talents emerging. In the previous competition, there were only two Soul Emperor, but this year... there will probably be more than two.

Even Soul Saint appeared, with Long Aotian standing behind him.

These sectarian factions were right about some things; after they were allowed in, the overall level of the competition skyrocketed.

but...

Is he some kind of pushover?

"You are not worthy to challenge my young sect leader." Long Aotian stepped forward from the side, looking at Yu Tianlong with an indifferent expression. The two were at loggerheads.

Long Aotian took the initiative to grasp Yu Tianlong's hand.

The two began their contest in the purest form of physical strength.

But within seconds, Yu Tianlong's expression changed, his face twitched violently, and he was forced to release his grip in surprise, shaking it off.

There was a hint of apprehension in his eyes as he looked at Long Aotian.

"You're very strong. I look forward to a future battle with you."

"Perhaps you would have already been eliminated before you even met me," Long Aotian said mercilessly.

"We'll see." Yu Tianlong didn't say anything more, but gave Lu Cheng a meaningful glance before leading the others behind him to make way.

Lu Cheng remained calm as he led the group toward the elevator.

Only after Lu Cheng and the others disappeared did Yu Tianlong breathe a sigh of relief. The sharp pain in his palm still reminded him that, relying purely on brute force, his opponents could easily crush him.

"A monster from the Body Sect, huh..."

The royal family of the Sun Moon Empire.

Sitting leisurely on the throne, basking in the weight of power and listening to reports from numerous ministers, Xu Tianran gently tapped the handle on his hand, his expression indifferent.

Since seizing power through the Holy Spirit Cult, his father has died in the palace, and those who opposed him have been killed one after another by the Holy Spirit Cult.

But even now, he still wields power through his position as crown prince.

As for the old emperor's death, he planned to blame it on those guys from the Body Sect, but he needed to find a suitable opportunity. Moreover, many hidden sects from the original continent were currently in Mingdu, which presented an opportunity...

Once he wipes out this group, it will be his achievement. Many people of the Sun Moon Empire will benefit, which will also pave the way for his future ascension to the throne.