I’m really here for the trials!
The golden-robed youth felt a sudden chill sweep over him.
But the surrounding crowd didn't share his sensation.
They only saw that tiny, bean-sized kid glaring fiercely, radiating a domineering aura!
He showed no fear, meeting the other's gaze head-on with equal ferocity.
This startled many onlookers half to death.
Among them, a young girl in a purple skirt hurriedly sent Jiang Yuqiong a mental message in her urgency.
"Little one, get away—that's Xiao Aoran, Young Master of the Xiao Clan from Lingxiao Domain!"
"He's already at Spirit Nurturing Realm Seventh Layer, an inner disciple designate of Ancient Heaven Sect—don't mess with him!"
The young girl warned with good intentions.
Others broke into a cold sweat on his behalf.
The Xiao Clan was a powerhouse in Lingxiao Domain, its status rivaling Ancient Heaven Sect before its transformation—a truly formidable force!
Xiao Aoran, standing before them, was the clan's top genius of his generation, bearer of a mighty physique!
One day, he might even challenge saint-level prodigies!
A fearsome youth indeed!
Yet this kid, who looked barely two years old, had a ferocious stare.
They worried he'd accidentally provoke Xiao Aoran and spark his anger!
That'd be a real mess!
In an instant, the purple-skirted young girl grabbed Jiang Yuqiong's hand, trying to pull him elsewhere.
He dodged subtly, inwardly amused.
Sure enough, crowds draw all sorts.
I'm here for the trials, and someone's pointing fingers?
Who are you to boss me around?
Xiao Clan?
Never heard of it!
Inner disciple designate, saint-tier potential?
Impressive, huh?
One more rude word, and I wouldn't mind giving you a little blade-to-the-butt—just to broaden your horizons!
I've been training for months—perfect chance to test my strength!
Jiang Yuqiong cast Xiao Aoran a faint glance before looking away.
But Xiao Aoran's heart wasn't so calm.
He shot to his feet, his gaze deepening.
"Special physique! It's got to be a special physique!"
Xiao Aoran was certain this toddler possessed a terrifying, extraordinary physique.
How else could he feel that fleeting jolt of dread?
Yet shame flooded him at the same time.
He'd just been spooked by a mere child!
Absurd!
A nameless fury flared within him.
Xiao Aoran's expression twitched, ready to snap a rebuke.
But suddenly, a少女's voice rang out—melodious yet dripping with mockery.
"Xiao Aoran, a few years apart, and you've grown some skill! Now you're intimidating toddlers?"
As her words landed, a thirteen- or fourteen-year-old少女 floated in, her flowing skirt fluttering.
Slender and graceful, she moved with poise, her skin smooth as polished jade.
She exuded a unique charm—like a pearl's glow or a divine lotus blooming.
"It's her! Qin Yuxi!"
"The princess of the Qin Clan from Lingxiao Domain!"
Her arrival sparked a commotion, whispers rippling through the crowd.
Many recognized her.
From the Qin Clan of Lingxiao Domain, rivals to the Xiao Clan for years, evenly matched.
But in this generation, Qin Yuxi's talent outshone Xiao Aoran's!
Rumor had it they'd fought three years ago, and she'd dominated!
Seeing her, Xiao Aoran's face darkened, turning grim.
"Qin Yuxi, don't underestimate me! I wouldn't stoop to squabbling with a kid!"
"Since you're here, we'll settle this in the War Dragon Secret Realm!"
He snorted coldly, sitting back down and closing his eyes.
Qin Yuxi, flanked by her own group of youths, approached.
She shot Xiao Aoran a glance, a smirk curving her lips.
Turning, she landed before Jiang Yuqiong, stirring a fragrant breeze.
Crouching, she reached to pinch his cheek.
At the same time, Jiang Yuqiong's eyes lit up.
This big sister was gorgeous!
And though young, she was already… well-endowed… heh heh.
Too bad I'm still small—wish I could grow up fast!
"Little guy, are you here alone?"
"Do you know what this place is?"
"Where's your family?"
Seeing him dodge, Qin Yuxi shifted to pat his head.
She rattled off questions.
"Hi, sister! I'm here for the trials too!"
Jiang Yuqiong dodged again, answering her.
Qin Yuxi smiled, lips curving.
"For the trials… where's your token?"
She asked.
Jiang Yuqiong froze.
Token?
What token?
I don't know!
I don't have one!
Do I need that for the trials?
Now what?
The blasted system didn't mention this!
Seeing his expression shift, the crowd stifled laughter.
This kid thought he was here for the trials—and sounded so serious!
No token in the end!
"You must've snuck out, right?"
"It's dangerous in there—without a token, you can't teleport out to save yourself, got it?"
Qin Yuxi chuckled, eyes narrowing into slits.
He'd tickled her funny bone.
Hearing her explanation, Jiang Yuqiong relaxed.
So the token was just for safety!
Likely, Ancient Heaven Sect and the clans didn't want mass deaths, so each participant carried one into the War Dragon Secret Realm.
In a pinch, it'd teleport them out.
Good, good!
Not a trial requirement, then.
As for safety…
What token could beat Mom's incarnation?
"The War Dragon Secret Realm is opening—prepare to enter!"
A grand voice boomed across the sky.
The massive void portal spun faster, runes flowing, weaving endless mystic charm.
BOOM!
Like a cosmic gate unlocking, it roared with terrifying force!
A powerful tug emerged, pulling everyone toward it.
"The War Dragon Secret Realm is open—the trials begin!"
The crowd erupted near and far.
Under that mighty force, figures soared, plunging into the portal.
"It's really dangerous in there, little guy—don't go."
"Back to your milk!"
Qin Yuxi finished, a radiant divine wheel flaring behind her!
A shadowy divine bird flickered within—its form unclear!
As Jiang Yuqiong glanced upward, distracted, the wheel nudged him gently, whisking him away.
In a blink, it carried him ten li out before retracting.
He landed on a rock, stunned.
"I…"
Sent out?
What's this?
I said I'm here for the trials—why fling me this far?
Great!
Back I go!
He gave a wry smile, kicking off and skimming the ground toward the portal.
Soon, he reached the War Dragon Secret Realm entrance again.
Most figures had vanished into the portal by now.
Qin Yuxi and her group hovered midair, about to enter.
But then she spotted a small figure darting back below.
"You're back?!"
"This isn't your place—go home!"
She shouted, but the roaring din drowned her voice.
The little guy didn't hear!
With so many people, he didn't see her either.
He leapt with all his might, reaching midair, desperate not to miss it.
Qin Yuxi panicked!
This kid was trouble!
Without thinking, she unleashed her power, resisting the portal's pull while hurling her divine wheels.
This time, she used three!
Jiang Yuqiong, oblivious, was catching his breath when a mighty force enveloped him again!
It flung him thirty li away.