Half a month passed in the blink of an eye.
The Cloud Top Fairy Boat pierced through the sky, and in the early morning, it officially entered the territory of the Upper Kingdom—Zhuxia Divine Land.
After entering the Divine Land's territory, the altitude of the Cloud Top Fairy Boat dropped significantly.
Li Xuanxiao stepped out of his room and stood on the deck, enjoying the fresh air.
Everything within his sight made his heart surge with emotion.
The first things to catch his eye were the towering gate towers, with jade-carved railings and mist swirling between them, as if they were the gateways to the heavenly realm.
Above the gate towers, massive wind chimes swayed with the breeze, emitting pleasant celestial sounds that echoed through the city.
The skyline was dominated by jade-built pavilions that reached into the clouds, their glazed tiles shimmering with dazzling light under the sun.
The streets were wide and bustling with people, while all sorts of rare and exotic beasts pulled magnificent carriages through the crowds.
Above the city, Martial Artists dressed in various battle robes either rode on swords or flew through the air!
Li Xuanxiao sensed his surroundings casually and was instantly struck by surprise.
Truly, those in the Origin Realm are everywhere, and those in the Mystic Realm are as common as dogs.
Even a random street vendor actually had a cultivation at the Early Stage of the Xuan Realm!
Looking closely, he even discovered several powerful experts from the Demon Race!
Another half hour later, the Cloud Top Fairy Boat slowed down and docked in a floating harbor in the center of the city.
The passengers disembarked from the flying boat.
Li Xuanxiao also got off the boat along with Chu Yin and Wu Jiangming.
"Brother Li, even the longest journey must come to an end..."
Chu Yin took out a small sword-shaped object from his robe: "This is my Sword-Whisper Command; you can use it to contact me."
Wu Jiangming also immediately took out a talisman: "Brother Li, this is my thousand-mile talisman. You are welcome to visit my Taiyi Dao Sect!"
Li Xuanxiao accepted them one after another: "Thank you both for your care. If it weren't for you two, I certainly wouldn't have been able to reach the Divine Land so quickly."
"Brother Li is being too polite; we only did what was convenient."
Li Xuanxiao nodded: "Once I settle down in the Divine Land, I will definitely come find you both to hang out!"
While they were talking, Li Xuanxiao saw Long Hui walking toward him.
"In that case, I shall take my leave first."
Chu Yin and Wu Jiangming returned the gesture: "Until we meet again!"
"Until we meet again!"
After the three said their goodbyes, they went their separate ways.
Long Hui walked over: "Is everything settled?"
Li Xuanxiao nodded, took off the robe he was wearing, and handed it to Long Hui.
"Returning your clothes."
Long Hui took them: "Follow me, we'll head back to the Ancient Martial Mystic Court first."
...
Central Continent, Lingxi Grotto-Heaven.
A middle-aged man dressed in luxurious robes stood with his hands behind his back in front of a turquoise pool, a faint smile on his lips.
The pool water was green as jade, and occasionally, several young Qilins could be seen frolicking in the water, with lotus flowers floating on the surface.
White mist rose continuously, creating an ethereal haze as if it were a paradise on earth.
The middle-aged man's robes swayed gently in the breeze, and the Qilin totem embroidered on them looked like a living creature, vivid and lifelike.
However, in the next second, his gaze suddenly turned cold!
A powerful pressure radiated from his body, causing the surrounding air to freeze slightly!
His gaze pierced through layers of obstacles, looking far off in the direction of Zhuxia Divine Land.
As he whispered to himself, there was a bone-chilling coldness: "To have killed my descendant and still dare to step into the Central Continent region?"
"What audacity!"
The young Qilins playing in the pool also seemed to sense the middle-aged man's mood.
They gradually stopped their play and all looked toward the middle-aged man.
The middle-aged man retracted his cold expression and once again showed a warm, gentle smile:
"It's nothing, it's nothing. Keep playing. Father has some matters to handle."
The young Qilins nodded and began playing together again, splashing the pool water.
The middle-aged man turned around and walked to a corner of the grotto: "Bian Qing."
The shadows on the wall writhed, and a figure stepped out, kneeling on one knee: "Patriarch, what are your orders?"
"The fellow who killed my offspring has now entered the Divine Land territory. Go find him and bring me his head!"
"Yes, Patriarch."
...
Zhuxia Divine Land, Ancient Martial Mystic Court.
Li Xuanxiao silently observed everything around him.
Every brick and tile here seemed to be telling the story of the Ancient Martial Mystic Court's glorious martial history.
The marks of axes and chisels on the stone pillars bore witness to the tempering of countless experts, while the cracks on the square recorded the fierce confrontations of the past.
The architecture of the Ancient Martial Mystic Court was primarily heavy and solid, and a thick, powerful aura of history rushed toward him.
The massive stone gates and the solemn martial arts field, with their majestic presence, displayed the strength and unyielding nature of the Ancient Martial Mystic Court.
Li Xuanxiao followed Long Hui through corridors and pavilions, finally arriving at a square.
Many Martial Artists were sitting upright, their gazes fixed on the middle-aged man at the very top.
"...but refers to that composure and decisiveness when facing life, death, honor, and disgrace!"
"A true Martial Artist, even when trapped in a desperate situation, does not lose his ambition or his integrity!"
The middle-aged man's tone was impassioned, and many Disciples were moved by his words.
Long Hui gave Li Xuanxiao a gesture, telling him to wait here for a moment.
He then walked toward the middle-aged man: "Master, I have returned!"
Many Disciples also noticed Long Hui's arrival and began greeting him one after another.
"Senior Brother Long Hui!"
"Senior Brother has returned after completing another mission!"
Long Hui had a smile on his Face as he returned the greetings.
When he reached the middle-aged man's side, Long Hui spoke: "Master, I have brought a friend who wishes to meet with you."
The middle-aged man raised an eyebrow in surprise and turned his head to look at Li Xuanxiao in the distance.
After a brief thought, he then nodded.
Seeing the middle-aged man nod, Li Xuanxiao immediately stepped forward.
"Master, he is Li Xuanxiao."
Long Hui introduced him: "Li Xuanxiao, this is my Master, Lu Yixian."
"Senior Lu, I am Li Xuanxiao. I have come here wishing to join the Ancient Martial Mystic Court..."
Lu Yixian listened silently with a faint smile on his Face.
The expressions of many young Martial Artists present gradually turned unfriendly.
They were able to sit here because of their own ability and strength!
They had passed through many trials and fought their way up step by step!
They were very displeased by Li Xuanxiao's current behavior of using the back door and relying on connections.
"Young friend, the entrance time for the Ancient Martial Mystic Court is still half a year away. Please come back then."
Perhaps out of respect for Long Hui's Face, Lu Yixian explained in a kind tone.
Li Xuanxiao sighed softly: "Junior knows that this action is improper and unfair to others. The reason I have resorted to this is that I was young and headstrong, and I offended the Qilin Clan..."
Lu Yixian raised an eyebrow in surprise. The Qilin Clan?
Many Disciples present also had surprised expressions.
"What's this kid's background? How did he offend those guys?"
"So he offended an existence he shouldn't have and came to our Ancient Martial Mystic Court seeking protection."
"Heh! If he knew this would happen, why did he do it in the first place? Only knowing fear after causing trouble—it's too late! Someone like this should be given a lesson."
"Senior Brother Long Hui is really something, why would he bring someone like this before Master!"
The many Disciples discussed among themselves.
Li Xuanxiao's expression remained unchanged. He had long been mentally prepared that this behavior would leave him open to criticism.
"Even if I cannot join the Ancient Martial Mystic Court immediately, it is fine. I wish to ask for Senior's protection so that I can safely pass these six months. After half a year, I will participate in the Ancient Martial Mystic Court's entrance examination."