"Yes!"

Chu Huannian nodded, then smiled and said, "However, our Chu Kingdom only has one spot for participating in Dongyue Mansion!"

Upon hearing Chu Huannian's words, Mu Jinyu's originally somewhat excited and high-spirited fighting spirit instantly deflated.

He looked at Chu Huannian irritably and grumbled, "Then why tell me at all? Are you looking for a fight or what?"

Chu Huannian did not get angry, and seeing Mu Jinyu's slightly annoyed expression made him happy. He then laughed and said, "Haha, you're not my match, at least not yet. At least not before Dongyue Mansion's spot is settled. But..."

After pausing for a moment, Chu Huannian no longer kept him in suspense and laughed, "But although Chu Kingdom has only one spot, the Chixing Clan also has one spot..."

"Hmm?!"

Upon hearing Chu Huannian's words, Mu Jinyu's expression changed slightly, his pupils contracted, sparking a bright light, and he said, "With the Chixing Clan annihilated, is this spot going to fall into our hands?"

"Yes!"

Chu Huannian nodded lightly, smiling and saying, "So I suggest you could try to compete for this spot, join me in the test at Dongyue Mansion. If we both pass the test and successfully enter the mansion, we can support each other in the unfamiliar place. What do you say?"

"Okay."

Mu Jinyu did not hesitate and agreed immediately.

After all, according to Chu Huannian's reasoning, even if he had endless energy to keep propelling his flying shuttle to the Eastern Region Center, it would take him ten years, not to mention he didn't have endless energy to sustain the shuttle continuously.

Looking to reach the Eastern Region Center now? That would take him until who knows when!

Since there's a chance to directly use Dongyue Mansion's large teleportation array to reach the Eastern Region Center, why not take it?

Moreover, Dongyue Mansion should be quite a formidable academy, right?

Otherwise, they wouldn't search for students as far as this remote place of Chu Kingdom...

With this opportunity, perhaps he could find other chapters of the "Humanity Path Sutra" within Dongyue Mansion!

"Alright, then cheers!"

Seeing Mu Jinyu agree, Chu Huannian also smiled, then handed Mu Jinyu a wine cup, filled it with fragrant wine, and clinked glasses, smiling.

"Pong!"

Although Mu Jinyu didn't often drink, he was in high spirits now, so he didn't mind sharing a glass with Chu Huannian.

This scene was naturally noticed by everyone at the banquet, understanding how much Chu Huannian valued Mu Jinyu.

After all, Chu Huannian rarely gets this close to anyone, let alone drinks together.

People who previously harbored some affection towards Chu Huannian felt a pang of jealousy in their hearts.

At that moment, a sharp, neutral voice sounded from outside.

"The Sovereign has arrived!"

With this announcement, the Chu Kingdom Sovereign, accompanied by officials, stepped into the main hall.

"Excuse me for now."

Knowing that tonight's celebration banquet was held for her, Chu Huannian, as the star, couldn't stay sidelined in a corner. She smiled apologetically at Mu Jinyu before heading towards the Chu Kingdom Sovereign.

Mu Jinyu didn't mind. He was happy to remain in his corner, eating and drinking, listening intently to the Sovereign's speech.

The Chu Kingdom Sovereign enthusiastically recounted their triumph in annihilating the Chixing Clan, scanning the drifting interest of the Chu Kingdom's Proud Sons present, his lips slightly curling up. Turning the discourse, he loudly announced:

"The fall of the Chixing Clan not only demonstrates our Chu Kingdom's strength and prosperity, with proud sons emerging, but it also signifies a new beginning: the spot originally belonging to the Chixing Clan for Dongyue Mansion's test now belongs to our Chu Kingdom!"

"This means, currently, our Chu Kingdom is the only region here with two spots for the Dongyue Mansion test!"

As the Sovereign finished, it was as if a stone stirred countless ripples!

The atmosphere exploded!

Even those Proud Sons who were uninterested in the Sovereign's speech started showing expressions of excitement and joy!

Each began rubbing their fists, sizing each other up warily, knowing they were competitors for the second spot.

Similarly, many glanced at the aloof Mu Jinyu in the corner.

Although they believed him not to be a Chu Kingdom citizen and seemingly unqualified to compete for the spot...

But reflecting on Chu Huannian's earlier attitude toward him, they felt a creeping unease, worried that Mu Jinyu might become their rival.

Given Mu Jinyu's previous prowess against Qiu Cheng which forced out his ultimate trump card, should he become a competitor, he'd be a formidable challenge!

The Chu Kingdom Sovereign observed the shifting expressions and felt pleased, then smilingly continued: "Our Great Chu Kingdom now possesses two spots for Dongyue Mansion testing. According to regulations, these should be open for fair competition amongst our age-appropriate Proud Sons here!"

"However, considering Chu Kingdom's Warrior annihilated Ancestor Chiji, giving us the opportunity to destroy the Chixing Clan, I have decided to directly allocate one of the spots to her. Does anyone disagree?"

On hearing the Sovereign's words, the Proud Sons exchanged glances and unanimously shook their heads, raising no objections.

First, the second spot was actually accredited to Chu Huannian's contributions to Chu Kingdom; even giving it to her seemed fitting.

Second, even if both spots were open for fair competition, with Chu Huannian's Unity Realm Stage cultivation, who present could defeat her?

Ultimately, one spot would still land in Chu Huannian's lap.

Better to directly assign it to her than risk injuries in a pointless battle affecting the competition for the second spot!

Seeing everyone agreeing, the Sovereign smiled: "Since none object, let's proceed with the competition for the second spot tonight, which shall both enhance Chu Kingdom's Warrior's celebration and entertain!"

"Alright!"

No one declined, all responding loudly.

Then, the Sovereign invited youth under twenty-two to step forward to compete for the second spot!

Almost immediately, the hall's center filled with over a dozen competitors.

Receiving a signaling glance from Chu Huannian, Mu Jinyu finally set down his cup and walked forward.

Seeing Mu Jinyu step up changed many faces slightly.

Including the Sovereign and officials.

None anticipated Mu Jinyu to also want to compete for the spot!

"Wait!"

At this moment, a renowned Heaven's Pride, Su Yuan, noticed Mu Jinyu advancing, frowned tightly, and rebuked, "You are not of our Chu Kingdom. This spot belongs to Chu Kingdom. What qualifies you to compete with us? Step back now!"

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