Our ancestors said that the Secret Castle is the oldest and most mysterious among the five Holy Lands, its existence itself being the deepest secret of the eras on the Dao Yuan Continent.

Though the real purpose of the Secret Castle is unknown, it's definitely not just to allow the Divine Relic to gain heritage and containment. The Secret Castle attracts top bloodlines and talents from across the continent and marks some special individuals among them.

A kind of rune imprint.

Each imprint is unique, representing some kind of omen and significance.

Only the Immortals know their meanings, but it's certain that such people are the most dangerous monsters among secret practitioners.

On the vast Dao Yuan Continent, you might not encounter one in decades, yet he had just seen one.

The ancestral teaching of the George Family was simple—Stay away!

In the ancestral teaching, the term "monster" was used and specially noted.

Thinking about this connected to the experiences inside the Secret Castle, he couldn't help but shiver.

Shit, what have I done?

What just happened, replaying in his mind like a tape, the other party watched him all along, as if watching a child perform tricks. The moment he lashed out, in reality, the opponent was above him ready to kill him, he was already dead hundreds of times, a suffocating pressure enveloped his whole body.

...The specially chosen existence by the Secret Castle was actually in the Celestial Capital; that itself is big intelligence for the Secret Castle Association, was I crazy to want to know this?

Simmons felt a strong urge to leave the Celestial Capital immediately, with the footsteps of death nearing him.

Simmons kept his head down, though others didn't notice, only thinking that a strong Moncalleta warrior wouldn't be interested in such a duel, unaware that Simmons was trying hard to control his trembling muscles.

Cannot say, cannot speak.

"Chairman, my clothes are torn, will Black Rose reimburse?" Li Xin asked.

"Didn't you just ask the Grand Wind Discipline Officer for reimbursement?" Luo Xue replied with a mischievous smile.

...Li Xin touched his nose, really the more one has, the more stingy they become. Why can't the world have more dreamboat aunties like Aunt Fei?

The entire afternoon passed swiftly. Today, Li Xin didn't go home, feeling like he'd get beaten by Aunt Fei if he did, and he truly felt like working overtime.

After training, Li Xin, Lu Shuai, Huerta, and the handsome Roland went to the canteen to eat together. Even though Lu Shuai and Little Hu got beaten, their moods were still high, seeing that Li Xin and Roland were proving to be quite impressive.

"Did you see Zhao Qing's face? He thought he performed the best, haha, you guys really have a chance to compete for a main role," Lu Shuai said enviously, "Little Hu and I will catch up soon."

"The standards of the Saint Grace Canon Law School are high, today was just warming up, especially Simmons, who is truly famous among us Moncalleta people. Brother Li, you were great, going toe-to-toe with him," Roland said, his eyes shining so brightly that Li Xin himself felt a bit charmed.

"Roland, can your eyes not sparkle when you praise someone?"

"Right, I mean, why are you so handsome? It's one thing to be handsome, but those big eyes, they're so captivating, no wonder girls can't walk straight when they see you," Lu Shuai exclaimed, "How are they so moist, what kind of care products are you using, what have you applied? I remember there's a magic potion that can enlarge the eyes and make them watery."

Li Xin was taken aback, "Magic potions can do that?"

"That's just the beginning, many Alchemists now also work as cosmeticians, because the magic potions are costly, and beauty potions make money. They earn from women and then refine magic potions; I'm moved to tears," Lu Shuai, knowledgeable in this field, explained.

Alchemists are notoriously costly, but once they establish their fame, they become incredibly impressive. Early on, some alchemists relied on making odd things to earn material fees.

"It's natural," Roland said casually.

"Charmed again!" Lu Shuai pouted, "So, Ah Xin, I noticed that Simmons is very polite to you, even calling you Brother Li. Did you know him before?"

Their presence on Dao Yuan wasn't that strong until Grand Governor Luthor emerged, spreading Hex-Tech and new ideas, allowing other nations to better understand Luthor's culture and customs.

"I don't know him, perhaps Moncalleta people are just well-mannered, Simmons seems polite to everyone," Li Xin said while eating. He still preferred Aunt Fei's meals, fragrant and delicious, and dining with Aunt Fei was always pleasant.

"Indeed, they're arrogant yet easy to get along with. The next two Canon Law Schools won't be as pleasant," Lu Shuai said, "You two have a chance to showcase yourselves this time; Little Hu and I might have to wait for the next round."

Li Xin and Roland's current performance isn't bad, and even as substitutes, they might get opportunities to play, as long as it's not a sheer defeat, showcasing some style will leave a lasting mark.

Currently, Lu Shuai and Huerta are at the bottom within the Black Rose. That bootlicker is not only good at flattery but also has some skills, slightly better than Lu Shuai and Huerta, and with more experience and Zhao Qing's support, replacement seems unlikely.

"What about later, want to go grab a drink and relax? Some enthusiastic senior sisters want to have an in-depth exchange with us," Lu Shuai suggested; relaxation is needed when under pressure.

"I have to study at the Hex-Tech Department," Roland shook his head, as this was also the primary reason he came to the Celestial Capital.

"I need extra practice," Huerta was obsessed with training, the young Saxon had a knack for collisions of muscle.

Lu Shuai looked at Li Xin eagerly, "I have to go to the Library, just got heavily criticized by Old Luo."

Lu Shuai snorted through his nose, "You three are so inhumane, are you even young? This makes me look stupid!"

The supposedly shared progress isn't happening. Before entering the Canon Law School, he loved gathering friends for fun, but since having these three around, it's either too much studying or too much training.

When he used to hang out, it never felt this uncomfortable; he couldn't even sleep well lately, and he considered seeing a psychologist due to anxiety.

After much mental wrestling, Lu Shuai decided to postpone the joyous times with the senior sisters. The senior sisters wouldn't disappear, but he could lag behind.

The Hex-Tech Department, not even a dog would go there, a bunch of dull men with jars and bottles that made his head hurt at the sight.

The Library, ha, he didn't even know which way the door opened; forced to read since childhood, now looking at a book triggered a reflex reaction.

In the end, Lu Shuai decided to join Huerta for extra practice. Huerta was thrilled, grinning ear to ear, but Lu Shuai's heart ached deeply; imagining giving up fair exchanges for wrestling with rough men, he felt particularly uneasy.

He was a descendant of the Lu Family, how did it come to this point? Oh heavens, how did Governor Luthor manage to indulge in romance while climbing peaks?

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