Three days had passed since the Red Tower Sword Fight ended. During this time, the streets and alleys were filled with discussions about the competitions.

"In my opinion, the woman from the Magical Hall is even more terrifying. If she had faced Su Denglou directly, she might have eliminated him directly."

"What if again? Why are there so many assumptions? I think you're just imagining things again."

"In fact, many masters say that the profession that woman has cultivated is very special. Perhaps the appearance you saw was an illusion."

"After all, how could there be such a flawless beauty in the world? It's as unreal as a dream."

There was a burst of noise in the teahouse.

"Actually, I'm more concerned about the princess. She's so beautiful and so powerful." A man on the side was expressing his beautiful thoughts.

"If His Majesty passes the throne to Prince Huainan, does that mean this princess will ascend the throne in the future?"

"Shh, keep your voice down, don't talk nonsense." His companion touched his shoulder, indicating that the current King Dai is extremely powerful.

"Oh, I'll just think about it."

"Oh, don't worry about it. I saw that during the competition that day, the princess was very concerned about General Zhuo. Maybe they got to know each other through fighting, and they have already expressed their feelings to each other."

"No way, this...this shouldn't be possible." His fantasy was suddenly shattered, and the man said with great sorrow that he didn't want to listen.

"Haha, I think that's true. Yesterday I saw the two of them taking a boat tour of the Never-Sleeping River together. Although there were other young people on the boat, these two were sitting in the middle and talking to each other."

"Ah... How could my Princess Yubing be fooled so easily?" The man became even more sad.

"No one cares about the Red Immortal Sect? I heard that this time they are going to strip Zhaoye Palace of its status as a guest and replace it with the Red Immortal Sect."

"It's possible. After all, the incident in the Sunset Mountains was too big. It is said that it was only after a special existence intervened that it was finally resolved."

"What kind of special existence is this? How come I don't know about it?" Some people on the side also had this question.

"Well, it's hard to say for sure. Anyway, the higher-ups have blocked the news. I guess there will be an explanation in a while."

"But the matter is so serious, it can't be settled so easily. I thought it was Lord Chifeng who took action."

"Lord Chifeng has been living in seclusion in Yuzhang Mountain for many years and has not appeared for a long time."

"Perhaps the impact of the anomalous changes in the world has not yet passed. Many immortals have perished before, and there are not even eighth-level cultivators now."

"Alas, it's a pity that I didn't seize this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. I heard that in recent years, many major sects have broken the prejudice against family backgrounds. Not only have they opened their doors to the public, but they have also been exchanging ideas with each other and providing strong support to outstanding disciples. They are no longer as closed as before."

"I really envy that guy. He was born into a commoner family, and not only did he enter the Sword Washing Palace, but now he has won the top spot in the Red Tower and become the world's number one swordsman." The man described Su Denglou's experience.

"Oh, stop talking. I also want to climb the Red Tower to fight with swords, win the purple tassel, and participate in the Burning Tail Dragon Feast."

"Burning Tail Feast, ah Burning Tail Feast, this is the feast that so many people dream of."

"Either you can pass the imperial examination with your literary talent, or you can seize the sword from the Red Tower with your martial arts skills."

"And this year's Burning Tail Banquet will be held on the top of Yuzhang Mountain. I wonder how many heroes will gather there."

After the sword fight, the next grand event is the Burning Tail Banquet on the day of the Autumn Moon Lantern Festival.

Why is it called this? It's a reference to a certain story. A commoner from the countryside, or someone without any power or family background, could see their status and circumstances dramatically changed if they could snatch the sword from the Red Tower or pass the imperial examination. They would rise to prominence.

Such behavior and experience are like a carp leaping over the dragon gate, so this banquet to entertain talented people is also called the Burning Tail to Transform into a Dragon Banquet.

A room somewhere in the academy.

Loran Hill was sitting on a sandalwood chair beside the table, holding a chubby little bird in her arms. Opposite her was her fellow student Gu Lie, and the two were talking about recent events in the room.

"Is there still no response to the Chun lawsuit?"

Loran Hill asked curiously. She had previously expressed her desire to meet Chi Feng, but Chun Guansi had never given a definite response.

"No, it is said that Lord Chi Feng has been recuperating in seclusion, and Chief Chun cannot see Lord Chi Feng at the moment." Gu Lie shook his head. The Xiangyu Sect has many old friends among the Four Seasons Officials, so this information can still be found out.

"What about the seal in the previous letter?"

"It is said that after reporting to His Majesty, His Majesty personally went to Lord Chifeng's residence to inquire. His Majesty's status is not ordinary, so naturally he does not need to report to the Spring Official like he does."

"Is that so..." Loran Hill touched the fluffy crowned bird in his arms and thought for a moment.

"It's just that I still want to politely refuse some things. I don't really need the identity of a princess." Loran Hill said softly.

"Is it the influence of the last incident? It seems that you are a little annoyed by those royal children." Gu Lie picked up the teapot and slowly poured hot tea into the cup in front of him.

Although he looks like a burly and bold man, Gu Lie is actually very good at tasting tea.

"Not really. I think being a princess is very troublesome. Not only are there people watching you wherever you go, but you also have to follow etiquette. Besides, I'm not familiar with King You." The girl shook her head, then took out a small piece of preserved fruit from her sleeve and fed it to the open-mouthed bird in her arms.

"Haha, the wealth and glory that so many people dream of is so unbearable for Junior Sister Luo Lan." Gu Lie laughed.

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