The so-called welcome ceremony in Yelan City should come to an end here.

The rather arrogant young man left quickly after admitting defeat.

Many of Yelan City's residents, who came to watch, returned home disappointed.

At the start, they were truly excited for a moment.

When they heard the title of Shen Han, the number one Sword Dao genius, the spectators became even more thrilled.

They thought that their genius from Yelan City would step over the genius from Great Wei and rise to a higher level.

Vast was the state of Wei, yet its younger generation was overshadowed by a small country like Yexuan.

Just thinking about it made their hearts feel elated.

But since Shen Han set foot in front of the City Lord Mansion, that fantasy shattered.

Their geniuses from Yexuan Country, every single one of them, were defeated in the same manner.

Directly pointed at with the sword tip, they couldn't even manage to retaliate.

The youngest son of the Third Prince was a bit better in that aspect.

He could exchange a few moves with Shen Han, but still lost without any suspense.

Upon returning to their lodging, everyone began to pack and prepare.

Entering the Imperial City tomorrow is the main purpose of this trip.

What happened in Yelan City was merely a small demonstration of might.

However, after this incident, the accompanying crowd's attitude towards Shen Han improved significantly.

The students from the other four academies now greet Shen Han actively, addressing him as Brother Shen.

Yu Xiaoyan from Mountain Sea Academy has become much closer to Shen Han.

Originally, he was a student from Mountain Sea Academy, and the conflict between Shen Ye and Shen Han was apparent to all.

Due to this relationship, he had some distance with Shen Han, making it hard to get close.

Yet after this incident, Yu Xiaoyan's view of Shen Han changed significantly.

Compared to Shen Ye, who always seemed above all, looking down as the strongest in the world.

Shen Han was much easier to get along with, even allowing open discussions about the Cultivation Methods.

As for Shen Ye, he had no interest in talking to anyone.

Apart from himself, there might be a few other young talents he would converse with.

Especially given he embarrassingly lost to Quan Youzhi in the recent match.

If everyone accompanying them were from Mountain Sea Academy, he would have already been scorned and left silent.

Shen Han actually came to comfort him and stood up for him in the same manner...

In comparison, Shen Han was truly admirable...

Contrary to some rumors that described him as disloyal, unfilial, unkind, and unloving.

Aside from the change in the students' attitude, the guards accompanying them also showed more respect towards Shen Han.

The guard from Mountain Sea Academy once looked at Shen Han with contempt.

Now he respectfully addresses him as Young Master Shenhan.

No longer just as a student from Tianyi Academy as before.

After having dinner and resting for a night, they set out for the Yexuan Imperial City.

The food here was not to the taste of many traveling companions.

But Shen Han found it alright, considering he once survived on flatbread for a week back at Shen Mansion.

The entire Yexuan Country only had these two cities.

Yelan City and the Imperial City.

The distance between the two cities was about a hundred miles, given the numerous travelers, the connecting road had become polished and firm from all the traffic.

The two cities were so close that within a day, they reached the Imperial City.

Even walking slowly, it showed how small the territory of Yexuan Country truly was.

Entering the Yexuan Imperial City, the surrounding buildings were somewhat more upscale.

However, compared to Great Wei, they could only be compared to those small border towns.

Overall, Yexuan Country's reception of guests was quite enthusiastic.

The accommodations provided were decent as well.

This suggested that Yexuan Country had the intention of submission, though they sought to gain some benefits through it.

Also, the people of Yexuan Country had a little vanity.

If they could seize this opportunity to outshine the visitors from Great Wei, Yexuan Country, although submitting, would still satisfy some of their vanity.

After a slight settlement, everyone began to explore around the Imperial City.

At this moment, inside the Prince Mansion on the south side of the Imperial City.

The previously arrogant young prince, Song Ruizhe, who dueled with Shen Han yesterday.

Was now bowing his head, reporting to the person in front of him.

"Elder brother, the visitors from Wei Country have some skill, and to surpass them, we must make some preparations."

Bent over, Song Ruizhe was no longer as arrogant as yesterday.

On the platform above, a slightly authoritative young man sat at the center.

Beside him stood two guards wearing Ghost King masks.

Such an appearance seemed youthful and frivolous.

In Great Wei, guards try to remain as unobtrusive as possible, blending into the crowd.

Strong individuals often hide their strengths as much as possible.

An amiable old man or an ordinary middle-aged man could be an unparalleled powerhouse.

Even stepping into the Immortal Realm.

In front of Song Ruizhe was his elder brother, Song Ruicheng.

His attire seemed desperate to convince the world of his power.

"Elder brother...

If we mess up what Father has arranged here, there will surely be a scolding...

Upon hearing Song Ruizhe's words, this elder brother of his shot him a sharp glare.

"I sent you to duel with him, how long could you hold out against him?"

At these words, Song Ruizhe slightly lowered his head.

"At most, I can withstand ten of his moves."

"Ten moves?"

Song Ruicheng stepped forward: "So you think someone who can manage ten of your moves is considered skilled?

It seems you hold yourself in high regard."

These words carried a few tones of derision.

Song Ruizhe's face twitched slightly, yet he dared not speak.

"I take it you believe you can withstand my ten moves.

And you compare me with that person from Wei Country, don't you?"

In the conversation, his elder brother suddenly drew a longsword.

"Let's see, test how many of my moves can you withstand at full power."

As soon as he finished speaking, Song Ruicheng had already attacked.

The Sword Dao in Yexuan Country almost intertwined with witchcraft.

Entangling and invading with spiritual power.

Song Ruizhe knew he was definitely not a match for his elder brother.

Not only due to the age difference in strength but also the gap in talent.

Originally, he could withstand ten moves before being defeated, but today, he found he couldn't even move.

With just one move, he was utterly defeated.

Song Ruicheng shook his head: "You can't even withstand one of my moves, do you think the information you brought is useful?"

Under such questioning, Song Ruizhe's face grew increasingly unpleasant.

"You don't need to worry about this matter, I'll handle it myself; you'll only cause trouble.

I don't even know why Father sent you."

With a wave of his hand, he dismissed Song Ruizhe.

And just a few steps away, he heard his elder brother's voice.

With no slight attempt at concealment: "The son born of an outsider woman already has impure blood, what future could he possibly have?

Trying to compete for credit with me, without gauging his competence."

Song Ruizhe paused, clenching his teeth tightly.

Despite such humiliation, it was not his elder brother whom he hated most.

He hated why his bloodline was impure.

Why was his mother an outsider...

If his mother were also from Yexuan Country, his talent would surely exceed the current level.

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