Chapter 005 They Have Arrived (II)

I don't have the luxury of time; it's already getting late. While there's still some daylight, I need to properly organize the cosmetics I brought with me. The beautiful young man ran his fingers through his hair, saying, "You can see my hair is as smooth as satin; it didn't grow this way on its own."

But isn't the pursuit of gossip one of the most primal motivations for human existence? Every person without flaws has a soul of gossip burning fiercely within them, right? If you are unwilling to admit this, it means you do not want to confront your true self! Ling Xiao widened his eyes and said, "Stop resisting, let me tell you a story from the Qi Gate that is the most secretive, the most tragic, the most sorrowful, and the most heart-wrenching."

Luo Baisheng and Li Fan slightly nodded, clasped their fists with Lan Xiangyun, and walked hand in hand towards the Qimen Seven Sect Academy. Hong Xi absolutely let them pass and went to greet the leaders of various major forces who were arriving one after another. However, he was filled with tumultuous emotions: "The leaders of the major forces lack the ambition to take on heavy responsibilities; they merely resign themselves to fate, engaging in profit-seeking behavior from the sidelines. If we want to save the world, we can only rely on Qimen. Xiao Feng, oh Xiao Feng, you must make me proud!"

"Hey, that girl from the Lingxi tribe, do you know where the Qimen Courtyard is?" A lazy yet clear male voice emerged from the crowd. Everyone turned to look, and their eyes brightened. The speaker was an extraordinarily handsome young man: his bright eyes seemed to contain the starlight of the entire night sky, and his fair cheeks shimmered with the glow of a clear day after snow. His sharply defined lips bore a calm and refreshing smile. His entire face exuded an indescribable charm, a captivating allure that transcended gender boundaries; whether man or woman, anyone who saw him would feel a sense of confusion and infatuation.

The candidates, who were listening intently, simultaneously felt a weight in their hearts at this moment; even the seemingly most indifferent bronze girl and the most nonchalant handsome boy could not help but hold their breath.

The current Lan Xiangyun is not her disciple, but rather her junior sister! Just the thought of a young Lan Xiangyun participating in the Divine Destiny Star Competition sends a chill down Hong Xi's spine

"Silence!" A sharp voice rang out from the crowd, its tone cold and imbued with an oppressive chill. The young man from the Sand Tribe was startled by the chill and immediately fell silent. The candidates turned to see that the speaker was a girl clad in black assassin's armor. Her skin was pale, her large eyes dominated by dark pupils, giving her a hauntingly eerie appearance. She wore her hair in a neat ponytail, with a cross-shaped dart made of fine iron tied to it. The dart reflected the morning sun, casting a bluish-golden glow that transformed her into a bronze beauty. She raised her chin towards Ling Xiao and said, "Continue."

Come one, come all, enjoy a free one-day tour of the Tianhua Mountain Range, including meals and accommodation, and experience the endless sharing of the Qimen Bagua. Do you want to know who the most unfortunate disciple of Qimen is? Do you want to know who the most talented disciple of Qimen is? Do you want to know the most secret scandal of Qimen? Do you want to know the most captivating rumor of Qimen? Come and follow my little flag!

"If you want to know where the other courtyard is, you must first accompany me on this one-day tour of the Tianhua Mountain Range. You should know that no information comes for free," Ling Xiao said, hands on her hips. Regarding the beauty of this young man, she, as a member of the Lingxi tribe, was completely indifferent. This is because the aesthetic standards of the Lingxi tribe have always been based on cuteness.

At the entrance of the Qimen Guild located on the mid-slope of Tianhua Mountain, Lingxiao and her summoned cat each held a small flag, waving it enthusiastically. As the candidates who had just arrived at Qimen were feeling bored, they were instinctively drawn to her voice.

She is merely stronger in swordsmanship, too proud, and overly obsessed with the art of the sword. Being a supporting star with the fate to turn the tide is already sufficient. As for the divine fate and heavenly stars, let those be for the disciples taught by you great men.

Cough, cough! Seeing that people's attention was finally focused on him, Ling Xiao, filled with pride, coughed once and took out a bamboo flute from his package. He placed it horizontally in his mouth and played a melodious and clear tune. The sound of the flute was like a brightly colored lark, leading everyone's thoughts to suddenly soar into a sunny world filled with blooming flowers and warm spring. On a high hill, a shepherd guarding his flock was telling a story that was both sorrowful and moving. The sound of the flute was like a brightly colored lark, leading everyone's thoughts to suddenly soar into a sunny world filled with blooming flowers and warm spring. On a high hill, a shepherd guarding his flock was telling a story that was both sorrowful and moving.

This sounds a bit like the advertisements that my family's bookstore often puts out! A tall and honest-looking young man from the Sand Tribe couldn't help but speak up

"Elder Lan, didn't your junior sister come with you?" The arrival of Lan Xiangyun made Luo Baisheng completely forget about Hong Xijue's presence, and he turned to ask. Li Fan, who was beside him, also showed a focused expression.

"Hello, do not think that only our Jianghu Four Golden Characters are qualified to aspire for supremacy. The Three Forces of the World, the Sea Fleet, the Qiantang, and the Chengfeng Society also have their share of talented individuals. Moreover, let us not forget the selected talents from the Twenty-One Fiefs of the World; these are all aspiring overlords seeking to dominate the realm. The fate of the Divine Mandate Star is crucial for achieving supremacy. Once the Divine Mandate Star takes its position, the common people will surely follow suit, the world will unite, and it is possible to gain dominion without bloodshed. Do you think they would not vow to fight to the death?" Lan Xiangyun spoke eloquently, "Therefore, everyone, let us diligently carry out our evaluations, and leave everything else to the heavens. Regardless of who is chosen as the Divine Mandate Star, it will only bring benefits to this world."

"Cough, that sword-obsessed kid said he wouldn't come unless he finished reading some sword manual called 'Autumn Maple Technique.' I guess he will arrive tomorrow." Lan Xiangyun rolled her eyes, looking quite unconvinced.

Her undeniable charisma even surpassed the awe that people felt towards youthful beauty, causing them to instinctively gaze towards Lingxiao

Ling Xiao, upon reaching this point, raised the short flute once more and played a mournful and sorrowful melody.

Upon hearing Lan Xiangyun's words, Luo Baisheng, Li Fan, and Hong Xi all narrowed their eyes. The esteemed Gui Gu, Wu Men, and Qi Men, do they still need the assistance of the Falling Moon and Fragrant Pavilion?

Seeing everyone looking at him, he slightly parted his lips, revealing six snow-white teeth. A smile that could captivate all beings appeared on his face, causing the young women among the candidates to feel weak in their knees, unable to even stand.

Elder Lan, if your junior sister is truly as the rumors in the martial world say, a manifestation of the Star of Martial Arts, then she should be determined to obtain the Divine Mandate Star, right

The other candidates remained indifferent to Ling Xiao's threats, as the fateful confrontation was set to take place tomorrow, and they needed to make the most of the last bit of time to prepare

Once upon a time, there was a remarkably talented young disciple in the Qimen sect. He began learning swordsmanship at the age of seven and mastered the basic sword techniques of Qimen by the age of nine, grasping the essence of Qimen's sword philosophy, and was poised to make great strides towards the pinnacle of the sword path. A genius of such early achievement was destined for a life of solitude, with all his spirit immersed in the art of the sword. However, he was luckier than other geniuses, for he had a childhood friend in Qimen, a little junior sister with whom he shared an innocent bond. In her presence, he could freely express his worries, his joys, and his understanding of swordsmanship. The Lintai Peak of Qimen was the paradise of his dreams. There, he spent the happiest moments of his life