The seemingly delicate Xi Jingxuan walking through the sea of people was like a brilliant pearl, appearing extraordinarily radiant.
Martial artists passing nearby would subconsciously glance over and marvel at her appearance.
However, upon seeing this woman’s vacant, spiritless eyes, they couldn’t help but speculate her eyes might have problems.
No wonder she was being supported while walking.
Sigh.
Such a beautiful woman suffering from an eye affliction—truly heartbreaking.
“Li’er.”
Xi Jingxuan walking on the road said in a low voice, “Have you seen Sect Master Jun?”
The Wondrous Flower Palace wasn’t participating in the Dragon-Tiger Supremacy, but the Eternal Sect was, so after learning the news, she had hurried over.
“Palace Master.”
Li’er said helplessly, “You’ve asked eight hundred times already!”
“Have I!”
Xi Jingxuan mentally calculated and said, “I remember it was only about eighty times.”
Li’er: “…”
Ever since the Palace Master met that fellow, she’d been constantly thinking about him. Could she really have developed feelings?
“Li’er.”
Xi Jingxuan said, “Look carefully again.”
Li’er said perfunctorily, “Palace Master, there are too many people…”
She stopped mid-sentence.
Because her peripheral vision had just swept over a certain direction and spotted—Jun Changxiao!
“Palace Master Xi.”
Jun Changxiao said, “What a coincidence, meeting in the Great Reverence Imperial Capital.”
Hearing that familiar voice made Xi Jingxuan quickly turn around, her face displaying a happy smile as she said, “Sect Master Jun!”
Li’er: “…”
When the Palace Master insisted on going to the Lily Holy Sect before and was forcibly stopped by the elders, she had been sulking ever since. Now upon encountering that fellow, she immediately showed a smile—she’s definitely fallen for him.
“Palace Master Xi.”
Jun Changxiao transmitted, “Did the Pure Heart Sacred Lotus have no effect?”
“Mm.” Xi Jingxuan said.
Jun Changxiao consoled, “Don’t lose heart. The illness will be cured sooner or later.”
Xi Jingxuan smiled and said, “I’m already used to it.”
“Oh right.”
She said somewhat apologetically, “Previously when you took disciples to challenge the Lily Holy Sect, I wanted to go cheer you on, but was delayed by sect affairs.”
In fact, she had very much wanted to go.
But she was forcibly stopped by Zhangsun Fanghua and Leng Xingyue, with the reason being: it’s a matter between sects—how could we participate?
Fine.
Then she wouldn’t go.
But this time going to Middle Reverence State, they couldn’t stop her again, right?
Zhangsun Fanghua and Leng Xingyue couldn’t stop her. After all, the Dragon-Tiger Supremacy was the continent’s greatest event, so coming to watch the excitement was quite normal.
Jun Changxiao said, “It’s fine.”
Having that sentiment already made him very grateful.
“Palace Master Xi.”
Jun Changxiao said, “The Dragon-Tiger Supremacy is about to begin. This seat still needs to take disciples to assemble at the venue, so I’ll take my leave first.”
Xi Jingxuan smiled and said, “Your sect’s disciples will definitely achieve good results!”
“Thank you.”
Jun Changxiao led his disciples forward first.
“Senior Brother.”
On the road, Li Fei said in a low voice, “This Palace Master Xi seems to have feelings for the Sect Master.”
Su Xiaomo said, “I noticed long ago!”
“Palace Master Xi and our Sect Master are quite well-matched.” Li Fei said.
“Smack.”
Jun Changxiao struck his head and said, “The Dragon-Tiger Supremacy is about to begin. Focus your thoughts properly.”
“Yes!”
Li Fei said while covering his head.
…
Dragon-Tiger Supremacy venue.
After Jun Changxiao produced his participant’s badge, he was led inside by a designated person.
Just like the previous Qingyang Prefecture Competition, before the matches began, all participating disciples would be arranged in several specific areas.
“Sect Master Jun.”
The guide said, “Your disciples have been properly arranged. Please follow me to the spectator stands.”
“Mm.”
Before leaving, Jun Changxiao looked toward all the disciples and instructed, “Since you’re participating, play seriously. Don’t be careless!”
“Yes!”
All the disciples shouted in unison.
Dragon-Tiger Supremacy, where geniuses gathered—they would definitely treat it seriously and earnestly!
Long Ziyang clenched his fist, his gaze fervent as he said, “I’m a bit excited.”
“Me too.” Song Xuanzhou said.
Thinking they’d soon be competing with talented disciples from various sects under everyone’s watchful eyes, they couldn’t control their emotions!
Even more excited than them were the martial artists from the various cities of Southwest Yang State.
Although the Image Projection Array hadn’t activated yet and remained completely blank, there was already a sea of people below.
In previous years.
There were also many spectators.
But this year was undoubtedly receiving the most attention, because representing Southwest Yang State in the Dragon-Tiger Supremacy was the meteoric Eternal Sect!
This sect had brought everyone too many surprises and too much shock. They all hoped it could break the curse and successfully advance to the second round!
Therefore.
The Eternal Sect wasn’t fighting for itself alone.
Those young and vigorous disciples carried the expectations of all the people of Southwest Yang State!
…
Longyang City, the Long Family.
Long Potian stood in the courtyard, his gaze fixed on the suspended array. Don’t be fooled by his shocked appearance—his hands were actually trembling violently.
“Family Head.”
An elder said, “Don’t get too excited.”
Long Potian couldn’t control his emotions and said loudly, “Ziyang is representing the Eternal Sect in the Dragon-Tiger Supremacy—this is our family’s glory. How can I not be excited!”
“…” The elder fell silent.
Our Family Head Long is already quite steady.
The Family Head Li and Old Master Song were currently so excited they could barely stand.
As fathers, who doesn’t hope their children will have great achievements?
Now, Li Qingyang and Song Xuanzhou would represent Southwest Yang State in the Dragon-Tiger Supremacy, competing with the continent’s most elite talents—that was tremendous honor!
My son participated in the Dragon-Tiger Supremacy.
This sentence, this matter, was enough to boast about for a lifetime!
…
In the VIP guest section of the spectator stands, Jun Changxiao was led in by a designated person, then found the seat belonging to the Eternal Sect and sat down.
This was the best viewing area—any battle arena in the center could be seen completely.
The VIP section already had many sect leaders seated.
They all looked toward Jun Changxiao who had just entered, silently thinking: so this is the recently prominent Eternal Sect’s sect master?
At such a young age with cultivation at both Sword Wuwang and Wuwang—he could be considered a rarely-seen talent.
Duan Zishou from the Golden Brilliance Holy Sect was also present.
He laughed coldly and thought, “I really hope our first round opponent is the Eternal Sect.”
Many leaders were thinking the same thing.
After all, among all the sects, only the Eternal Sect was fifth-rate. Encountering such an opponent would undoubtedly allow them to advance to the second round with minimal consumption.
Jun Changxiao leaned back in his chair and began resting with closed eyes.
If he knew all the sect leaders hoped to be matched with his sect, he would definitely laugh.
He didn’t dare guarantee against first and second-rate sects, but if matched with third or fourth-rate sects, his disciples could make their disciples regret being born!
“Buzz!”
Suddenly, the Image Projection Array erected in midair trembled, and the scene inside the venue gradually appeared within it.
At the same time.
The arrays set up throughout the continent’s cities also began displaying images.
“It’s starting!”
“We can finally watch!”
Martial artists from various states and prefectures immediately became excited.
However.
After the image completely clarified, a large face suddenly appeared in the Image Projection Array, then very flamboyantly smoothed back its hair and said, “The Eternal Sect recruits year-round. Those interested can come to Qingyang Prefecture for consultation!”
Swoosh!
Swoosh!
Two Wuhuang-level powerhouses flew over, grabbed Jun Changxiao’s arms from both sides, and pulled him back.
“Come on, young people!”
Though being dragged away, he still shouted loudly toward the Image Projection Array, “Join my sect and let’s soar toward our dreams together!”
Venue audience: “…”
Continental audience: “…”
Yi Tianxing, Situ Haoyun, Ma Yunteng and others watched as Sect Master Jun was dragged away by two powerhouses, their mouths twitching violently.
Advertising his sect in front of the Image Projection Array like this—probably only he could think of it and do it!