In the blink of an eye, two days passed.

Outside the magnificent Chaoge City, a handsome man and a beautiful woman landed at the city gate.

The once noisy and bustling environment suddenly became so quiet you could hear a pin drop.

The young man stood on a celestial crane, graceful as jade, his handsome demeanor like an immortal descended to the mortal world.

The young woman, of similar age, traveled by sword, her elegance unmatched, resembling a celestial maiden from the heavens.

As soon as they landed at the city gate, they attracted countless gazes.

Judging by their luxurious and noble attire, they were undoubtedly from distinguished backgrounds.

Among the crowd, some with ill intentions were eager to make a move.

But when they noticed the heavily armed guards at the gate, they shrank back, deciding it wasn't worth risking their lives.

The two were none other than Su Jue and An Ke, who had traveled from the Sword Sect thousands of miles away.

Upon arrival, Su Jue gently patted the celestial crane before leaping down. The crane let out a high-pitched cry and soared into the clouds.

An Ke, meanwhile, jumped off her flying sword, landing beside Su Jue.

"May I ask who you are?" a perceptive soldier at the gate respectfully inquired.

In this world of cultivation, age and appearance were never the measure; strength and background were what mattered.

The impressive entrance and noble aura of the two before him, combined with their luxurious attire, indicated they were extraordinary.

With the Prodigy Tournament soon to be held in the city, the soldier guessed they must be personal disciples from some sect.

Su Jue consciously took a step behind An Ke, as he was unfamiliar with the Prodigy Tournament, intending to let An Ke take the lead.

"From the Sword Sect," An Ke replied crisply.

"Please, come in."

The soldier, realizing who they were, quickly stepped aside.

The Sword Sect was renowned throughout Central Continent, its Sect Master an Emperor-grade expert.

After nodding to the soldier, An Ke led Su Jue into Chaoge City.

As the two disappeared into the city, a sinister and malicious gaze watched them from a distance outside the city.

"We meet again, Su Jue, heh heh heh."

......

Upon entering Chaoge City, Su Jue and An Ke were amazed by its splendor.

The facilities were new, the paint gleaming.

The streets were bustling with traffic, and the faces of the city's residents were filled with happiness.

Shops lined both sides of the street, countless in number, with high-end establishments, music, and dance filling the air with the fragrance of wine.

The river shimmered with clear, bright water, and numerous pleasure boats and poetry boats dotted the surface like a forest, with literati and scholars everywhere.

Chaoge City belonged to the Zhenguan Dynasty, serving as its capital.

The core of the Zhenguan Dynasty's imperial family was the Li clan, with an Emperor-level expert overseeing it, making it a truly top-tier power.

Emperor-level experts were rare throughout Central Continent, countable on two hands.

The Sword Sect and the Zhenguan Dynasty were among these top-tier powers.

"Where should we go next?" Su Jue asked.

An Ke calculated the time, realizing they were already on their way: "No rush, someone will come to receive us."

"Sorry to keep you waiting. You must be the honored guests from the Sword Sect."

Just as An Ke finished speaking, a middle-aged man appeared before them.

The middle-aged man exuded a powerful aura, like a bull.

Standing before them, he was like a mountain.

"That's right."

An Ke replied.

This was the person responsible for receiving them in Chaoge City, and she had been waiting intentionally.

"Please follow me; the princess is already waiting for you."

The middle-aged man, named Wei Bing, was the commander of Chaoge City, responsible for receiving the honored guests from afar for the Prodigy Tournament.

"Lead the way."

An Ke nodded, giving Su Jue a glance, and the two followed Wei Bing.

"We're about to meet the Eldest Princess of the Chaoge Dynasty, Li Changle. She hosts the Prodigy Tournament every year," An Ke explained to Su Jue.

"Understood."

Su Jue nodded.

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"Junior Brother Su Jue, you don't need to say anything later; leave it to me."

Seeing Su Jue quiet and reserved along the way, An Ke assumed he was socially anxious and kindly offered.

"Thank you, Senior Sister An Ke."

Su Jue scratched his head a bit embarrassed, feeling he couldn't be of much help.

"No problem."

An Ke smiled charmingly, her beauty captivating.

This Eldest Princess is probably not simple, being able to host such a grand Prodigy Tournament surely means she has some skills.

The Prodigy Tournament is the most concentrated gathering of the younger generation in Central Continent.

Some exceptionally talented young men and women are waiting for such an opportunity to showcase themselves and soar to new heights.

The two followed Wei Bing into a resplendent and bustling restaurant.

The Eldest Princess Li Changle had set up a grand banquet here to welcome prodigies from various sects who had traveled from afar.

At the entrance of the restaurant, after Wei Bing took his leave, Su Jue and An Ke entered.

Inside, the restaurant was filled with core members from various sects, all there for the same purpose as An Ke and Su Jue: the Prodigy Tournament.

When Su Jue and An Ke appeared, the once noisy restaurant quieted down noticeably.

"Let's go to a private room," An Ke said to Su Jue, glancing at the crowded and noisy hall.

"There's a private room?"

Su Jue looked at the packed hall, a bit surprised.

If there are private rooms, why are they all gathered here?

For matchmaking?

"Of course."

An Ke noticed the confusion in Su Jue's eyes and asked with a smile, "Junior Brother Su Jue, is this your first time on a mission outside the sect?"

"How did Senior Sister An Ke know?"

Su Jue looked at An Ke in confusion.

An Ke smiled lightly, "I could tell. Our Sword Sect holds significant weight in Central Continent. In the past, when I went on missions, the treatment I received was always top-notch."

"I see."

Su Jue chuckled, realizing that in this world where martial strength reigns supreme, having power and status truly sets one above others.

"Let's go, Junior Brother Su Jue."

Feeling the intense gazes around her, An Ke, not quite used to it, pulled Su Jue's sleeve and headed for the second floor.

A beauty like An Ke, with her national grace and charm, was exactly the kind of prey those men desired most.

"Alright."

Before heading to the second floor, Su Jue smiled slightly and gave a middle finger to the more aggressive juveniles, then quickly followed behind.

Those people were instantly angered by Su Jue's gesture, but seeing them head to the second floor, they could only swallow their anger, not daring to act.

Only top-tier sects with Emperor-level experts could access the second floor, and they couldn't afford to provoke them.

Sects were ranked in tiers, and there were no restrictions on which sects could attend the Prodigy Tournament.

Some lesser or mid-tier sects didn't have the privilege of being personally received by Chaoge City, and with limited space, there were no private rooms reserved for them.

Noticing Su Jue's gesture, An Ke chuckled, her smile as radiant as a flower, causing some inexperienced young men to lose their composure.

"Senior Sister, you shouldn't smile so easily next time," Su Jue said leisurely.

An Ke tilted her head and asked, "Hmm? Why?"

"If looks could kill, Junior Brother would have died a hundred times over."

Su Jue glanced at the envious and hateful gazes below, speaking earnestly.

"Oh?"

An Ke didn't initially understand, but when she saw Su Jue's teasing expression, she immediately realized.

He was complimenting her.

An Ke slightly lowered her head, her fair and jade-like face blushing, looking stunningly beautiful.

She felt a bit of joy in her heart.

This junior brother is quite interesting.