In fact, once Lu Chen returned, everything was fine.
The moment Lu Chen sat down, the aura he exuded made the powerful and influential people in Qingyang City hold their breath. They finally understood that the Lu family was not someone they could afford to offend.
Lu Chengfeng said nothing, and there was no need to say anything.
Lu Chen stayed at home for a day and then left.
They traveled south and finally arrived at the largest city in the Tianyuan Empire.
Xuanwu City.
The largest city in the northern border of the Tianyuan Empire, from a distance, was far more vast and magnificent than any city Lu Chen had ever seen. At first glance, it looked like a giant divine beast lying on the ground, exuding an astonishing aura.
Lu Chen knew that this was the aura emanating from the gathering of experts from Xuanwu City.
Along the way, countless cultivators came and went, flying through the air.
"As expected of the Tianyuan Empire, it is far stronger than the Great Qin Empire, and it is indeed the location of the Martial Arts Academy, a sacred place for human cultivation."
A sense of longing welled up in Lu Chen's heart.
I remember when the Wuji Sect came seeking revenge, our ancestor said that if we had the chance, it would be best to join the Martial Arts Academy. Once we became disciples of the Martial Arts Academy, we would soar to great heights, and from then on, no one would dare to provoke the Ten Thousand Swords Sect.
The Martial Arts Academy is a sacred place for human cultivation.
Even in a remote country like the Qin Empire, Lu Chen had heard rumors about the Martial Arts Academy.
That is the true gathering place of geniuses, where countless human elites come together.
Even a Venerable One is nothing special when they arrive at the Martial Arts Academy. The minimum requirement for the Martial Arts Academy to recruit disciples is to reach the Heavenly Martial Realm.
After entering Xuanwu City, Lu Chen went straight to the largest inn in the city and stayed there for the time being.
The journey to the Martial Arts Academy is long, and it's not yet the academy's recruitment period. Rumor has it that the Martial Arts Academy only recruits disciples once every ten years, and Lu Chen just happened to be there this year.
However, to become a disciple of the Martial Arts Academy, one must undergo rigorous testing; simply reaching the Heavenly Martial Realm or higher in cultivation is far from sufficient.
"As the most powerful sect of the human race and a sacred place for cultivation, you should know the secrets of this world. Perhaps, you can find the answer after entering the Martial Arts Academy!"
Lu Chen had another reason for wanting to join the Martial Arts Academy: he was very curious about this world.
Of course, improving one's own skills is also the most important thing.
Now that his cultivation has reached a certain stage, he sees that it is difficult to make any breakthroughs through his hard work, and Lu Chen has no intention of doing so.
Since the Martial Arts Academy is a sacred place for human cultivation, it must contain many geniuses and even highly skilled seniors, including some beautiful seniors.
Once Lu Chen enters the Martial Arts Academy, he will have a way to utilize the system.
"Waiter, your Xuanwu Inn in Xuanwu City seems to be very crowded! Is business always this good?"
Lu Chen found a seat by the window and ordered a table full of fine wine and dishes. While the food was being served, he casually inquired about something.
The waiter was also a cultivator at the True Martial Realm. Hearing this, he respectfully replied, "Sir, don't you know? The Martial Arts Academy is recruiting disciples soon. People from all over the country are coming here for the Martial Arts Academy! The Martial Arts Academy also has a branch in our Xuanwu City."
"Branch?"
Lu Chen was quite unaware of this and was taken aback upon hearing it.
“That’s right! This martial arts academy has four branches, named after the Azure Dragon, White Tiger, Vermilion Bird, and Black Tortoise. Our Black Tortoise City is, of course, the Black Tortoise Academy.”
Seeing Lu Chen's expression, the waiter knew that he came from a remote area and had little knowledge of the world. Naturally, he felt a little superior, but he didn't dare to show it too obviously.
Lu Chen nodded, took out a high-grade spirit stone, tossed it to the waiter, and asked, "Is the Xuanwu Academy recruiting disciples recently? When does it start?"
"Sir, you also wish to enter the Xuanwu Academy? With your cultivation level, I think you are quite capable. However, the Xuanwu Academy is extremely strict in recruiting disciples; it's almost one in ten thousand."
At this point, the waiter looked quite emotional, pointed to everyone in the inn's lobby, and said, "I'm afraid none of you here can even get past the first hurdle."
"Is that so? Brother Er, why don't you tell me more about it?" Lu Chen immediately became interested upon hearing this; it would be good to learn more beforehand.
To everyone's surprise, the waiter waved his hands repeatedly and said, "It cannot be said, it cannot be said. If you want to take the test, sir, just go for it yourself, and you will know everything then."
After saying this, the waiter hurriedly walked away.
Lu Chen was taken aback. It was rather ridiculous that such a thing was treated as a secret.
But Lu Chen knew that the waiter was obviously keeping him in suspense and deliberately made an excuse to leave. After all, he had a lot of things to do. If he really had to waste time arguing with him over a high-grade spirit stone, it would delay him from earning spirit stones from other people.
Lu Chen was confident in himself and didn't care too much.
However, at this moment, many people in the inn's lobby were also discussing this matter.
Lu Chen ate and drank casually, and listened to the information these people revealed.
"Three days later, there will be an entrance examination for new disciples of the Xuanwu Academy in the south of Xuanwu City. Just go and register."
"Your cultivation level must be at least at the Heavenly Martial Realm. Registration is only open for one day, so please be sure to arrive early! Late registrations will not be accepted."
"Of course! We've waited ten years for this day, how could we possibly miss it?"
"I heard that eight or nine out of ten people are eliminated in the first round. The requirements of the Xuanwu Academy are really too strict."
"Of course. Xuanwu Academy is a branch of the Martial Arts Academy, a sacred cultivation ground for humans. Would it only accept good-for-nothings? If you don't have confidence, don't go, or you'll just embarrass yourself."
After finishing, Lu Chen went straight back to his room.
The three days passed quickly.
On this day, Lu Chen, like everyone else, hurriedly headed to the south of the city.
After leaving Xuanwu City, and traveling south for dozens of miles outside the city gates, a huge mountain peak was indeed seen.
One side of the mountain peak was cleaved in two by a single sword strike, and a line of large characters was carved on the smooth side.
"Xuanwu Academy, Hidden Dragon Secret Realm".
Upon seeing these eight large characters, Lu Chen felt a slight tremor in his heart. These eight characters were extremely imposing, carrying a terrifying sword intent.
Just one glance is enough to make one's blood boil. The Xuanwu Academy is indeed full of experts. A few words left behind can awe everyone.
At the foot of this mountain, a man sat quietly, relaxed and serene.
"This is the first test for new disciples of my Xuanwu Academy, the Hidden Dragon Secret Realm. Anyone who wants to enter the Xuanwu Academy can enter the Hidden Dragon Secret Realm. Those who successfully pass the test will be considered to have passed the first test."
The man was very gentle, and smiled as he explained when the crowd came forward.
Lu Chen's heart skipped a beat.
What a grand gesture! The Xuanwu Academy's test for a new disciple is a secret realm.
Continue read on readnovelmtl.com
