Dawn broke over Crimson Lotus City with clear skies and crisp air.
Xian Tiandi woke early, his internal clock perfectly attuned after years of disciplined cultivation in his past life. He performed his morning meditation routine, circulating his spiritual energy through the Chaos Dao Cultivation Technique, ensuring his body and mind were in peak condition.
Today was the Four Symbols Sect selection trials.
A knock came at his door as he finished dressing.
"Young Master," Steward Han's voice called from outside. "Breakfast is ready. Elder Feng and Elder Qiu request your presence in the main hall."
"I'll be there shortly," Xian Tiandi replied.
He checked his spatial ring one final time. The Inner Court Token Sect Leader Yue Lian had given him rested inside, along with various pills and emergency supplies. Everything was prepared.
