Hearing this, Ji Wuye's expression became even more solemn. Given their strength and status, if the two really were sisters, then even with his confidence in Yan Lingji, he wouldn't dare claim she could surpass her counterpart.

"There's also the Elder of the Water Department, Madam Xiang—Empress E. It is said they are as if cut from the same mold. These sisters possess a natural-born charm, and with every gesture, they exude an aura that bewitches all beings. A single glance from them is enough to drive any man to madness. A single gesture is enough to leave any man breathless. But their temperaments are different. Although both practice the water arts, the elder sister Empress E cultivates Bailu Qishuang, which gives her a cold and indifferent demeanor. The younger sister, Female Warrior, practices 'optimum goodness like water,' possessing a gentle and water-like temperament."

Ji Wuye's face grew darker. Even without having met Empress E, he could imagine the splendor of such twin sisters—both Elders of the Yin Yang Sect who cultivated the water arts. Even he felt somewhat moved.

"Furthermore, there's a purple-haired girl from Taoism, reportedly named Little Cloth; Farmer's Tianmi; Duanmu Rong of the Medical Family; others from the Hundreds of Schools; as well as Lady Gongsun from the Wei State, Princess Lianyi from the Chu Nation, and our own Han Country's Princess Red Lotus... Finally, Zinu from the Purple Orchid Pavilion and Nongyu have also arrived!"

Ji Wuye's mood became increasingly heavy. Although Nongyu might not be considered world-shattering in beauty, she was still stunning, and her skill with the zither was peerless. He realized Yan Lingji didn't seem to hold much of an advantage either!

"By the way, General, Lord Marquis and Madam Mingzhu of the Tide Demoness have also come!" Jade Tiger said.

Ji Wuye didn't say anything. It didn't surprise him that Madam Mingzhu of the Tide Demoness had come. With the opportunity of Ascending God Country, to rise to heaven in a single step, how could she pass up such a chance?

"Have you found out how many spots there are?" Ji Wuye asked Jade Tiger; this was the crucial question. If there were many spots, Yan Lingji would definitely be secure.

"I haven't heard anything about the number of spots; it seems there's no limit. But from what I can see," Jade Tiger confirmed, "with King Qin organizing such a grand event, there must be more than one spot!"

"Hmm." Ji Wuye nodded slightly, his gaze turning to the still seductive and languidly beautiful peerless enchantress beside him, "Miss Lingji, what do you think? Are you confident?"

"Does the General not believe in my strength?" Yan Lingji's alluring eyes lifted. Ji Wuye was momentarily captivated, his heart stirring; for an instant, he even felt an impulse to keep this demon for his own pleasure.

But he discarded that thought immediately. After all, she was his offering to the Divine Spirit. Besides, could a woman's allure compare to the rewards from a Divine Spirit? Women would only slow the speed of his sword draw. With strength, he could have as many women as he wished.

"Haha, of course, I believe in Miss Lingji! Yan Lingji is second to none!" Ji Wuye's expression, previously dark, brightened, and the gloom in his heart dispersed. Even though the likes of Dongjun Yanfei, Moon Goddess, and Empress E were formidable, Yan Lingji was not inferior.

It wasn't just Ji Wuye; the nobles of the Six Kingdoms and the various masters of the Hundreds of Schools were all making preparations. If the women they presented were chosen for Ascending God Country to serve the Divine Spirit, it would mean they essentially had connections in high places—truly, someone in Heaven. The implications were immense.

With the Divine Spirit's appearance, the wisest minds among the Hundreds of Schools and the nobles of the Six Kingdoms had fallen from their positions as players in the grand game. The Divine Spirit became the only player. And this was a player they absolutely could not contend with. The Divine Spirit's every word and action determined the rise and fall, the very survival, of families and kingdoms.

Therefore, no one could resist such a temptation, nor did anyone dare to refuse. Once you fell behind, you would be eliminated by others. So, all parties were actively preparing.

Indeed, Xianyang City was a vortex of brewing storms. Ying Zheng sat upon his throne in the Imperial Palace, observing the shifting tides of the world.

Zhao Gao approached, holding a register, and said respectfully, "My Liege, this is the list of participants for the selection. All the individuals Your Majesty specified are on it and have arrived."

"Hmm." Ying Zheng nodded. He had read The Legend of Qin and Songs of the Nine Skies, which Wang Hao had given him. Naturally, the list he had provided consisted of women blessed with great fortune or chosen by destiny. Indeed, these individuals were exceptional. However, he still needed to go through with the selection process. Otherwise, those not selected would undoubtedly voice their dissent.

"Go and make the preparations!" Ying Zheng ordered.

"Yes, My Liege!" Zhao Gao bowed respectfully and left to gather all those participating in the selection.

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