The voice was ethereal, yet remarkably calm and composed.
But even Mr. Yuan's expression subtly changed upon hearing it.
When He Zixuan heard that voice, the heart that had been hanging in his chest finally settled, and a smile touched the corner of his lips.
That person had finally arrived.
Everyone looked in the direction of the voice.
A handsome man, dressed in Confucian robes, leisurely strode forward.
His eyes were filled with Righteous Qi.
A profound Confucian charm flowed around him, making him seem unfathomable.
It was Han Ping'an.
"Brother Han!"
Chu Xiao's face lit up with surprise.
"Haha, Brother Chu, I arranged for He Zixuan to come here to take a look, but I didn't expect such a thing to happen," Han Ping'an said with a faint smile.
He Zixuan was indeed sent by him.
And to be able to casually dispatch a True Disciple Saint.
This clearly showed the identity of Han Ping'an.
"Greetings, Junior Martial Uncle," He Zixuan said respectfully.
He was originally Han Ping'an's subordinate.
The other people from Jixia Academy also cupped their hands and said, "Greetings, Junior Martial Uncle."
What was surprising was that even Mr. Yuan, despite his distinguished status, showed an unnatural expression after seeing Han Ping'an.
He slightly cupped his hands and said, "Greetings, Junior Martial Uncle."
The Prodigies who came to participate in the assessment were stunned.
What kind of person was this, that even a Master of Jixia Academy had to call him Junior Martial Uncle?
"Northern Confucian, Han Ping'an," Xiahou Fengyun's gaze narrowed as he murmured.
As a Prodigy of an Emperor Clan, his vision was naturally extraordinary, and he recognized Han Ping'an's identity at a glance.
But there was another reason.
In his Xiahou Emperor Clan, there was an existence equally famous as Han Ping'an, who, like him, had been sealed until now.
Facing that person, even Xiahou Fengyun, a sealed king, had to show some respect.
"That is the Northern Confucian Han Ping'an, one of the five great Prodigy Kings of the East, West, South, North, and Center!"
"So it's him, the one known as the Junior Martial Uncle of Jixia Academy."
"Looking at him now, he is indeed extraordinary; no wonder he could become one of the five great Prodigy Kings."
As Han Ping'an's identity was revealed, a clamor erupted in the area.
Everyone had not expected to witness one of the five great Prodigy Kings with their own eyes.
"Jixia Academy's Junior Martial Uncle, Northern Confucian Han Ping'an, Brother Han actually has such a background…"
Even Chu Xiao was incredibly astonished.
However, he also sighed, his Luck was indeed extraordinary, to be able to become good friends with such a transcendent figure.
"He is Han Ping'an."
Jun Xiaoyao also observed Han Ping'an.
It had to be said that Han Ping'an, known as the Northern Confucian, indeed possessed an extraordinary aura.
Beside him, Tantai Qingxuan also quietly transmitted a message to Jun Xiaoyao.
"Young Master Jun, this Han Ping'an is indeed somewhat extraordinary, and there are even rumors that he possesses the demeanor of a Sacred Confucian."
Upon hearing this, Jun Xiaoyao's eyes flickered.
The demeanor of a Sacred Confucian, that was an extremely high evaluation.
After all, the Sacred Confucian was the founder of Confucianism.
However, with Jun Xiaoyao's keen Divine Soul perception, he also detected Han Ping'an's extraordinary qualities.
From within his body, Righteous Qi seemed to flow and surge at all times.
This was emanating naturally.
"Your Excellency is Yun Clan Young Lord Jun Xiaoyao, I've long heard of your great name."
Han Ping'an looked at Jun Xiaoyao, a hint of surprise in his eyes.
Jun Xiaoyao was elegant and unworldly, like a True Immortal descended to the mortal realm.
It was hard to associate him with a bully who stole others' affections.
However, Chu Xiao couldn't possibly lie to him.
So Han Ping'an believed that Jun Xiaoyao should be someone who appeared good on the outside but was rotten within.
Noticing the unusual tone in Han Ping'an's voice.
Jun Xiaoyao's gaze was inexplicable.
Logically, he and Han Ping'an should have no grievances.
He then thought of Chu Xiao's subconscious slip of "Brother Han" earlier.
He instantly understood.
A friend of the Son of Destiny?
Actually, this was quite normal; a Son of Destiny like Chu Xiao, besides his opponents, would also encounter friends who helped him.
And they were usually people of extraordinary status.
It seemed this Han Ping'an was one of them.
If it were anyone else, Chu Xiao might have been able to use his influence.
But in Jun Xiaoyao's eyes, this Han Ping'an was only slightly up to standard.
But he was still far from being a level that would make him wary.
"Northern Confucian Han Ping'an, I've also long heard of your great name," Jun Xiaoyao replied indifferently.
Sensing the implied condescension in Jun Xiaoyao's tone.
Han Ping'an also frowned.
It seemed what Chu Xiao said was indeed true.
This person was truly an arrogant Young Master of an Emperor Clan.
However, this was Jixia Academy, it was Han Ping'an's territory!
"Since Young Lord Jun Xiaoyao wishes to join my Jixia Academy, why not go through the assessment from the beginning?" Han Ping'an said lightly.
This was openly trying to embarrass Jun Xiaoyao.
Beside him, Mr. Yuan's face instantly turned ugly.
Because Han Ping'an held an extraordinary position in Jixia Academy and was highly regarded by Venerable Master.
Even he, a Master, found it hard to offend him.
But he still bit the bullet and said, "Junior Martial Uncle Han, with Young Lord Jun Xiaoyao's Aptitude, there's actually no need at all."
"Moreover, this is also Master Yan's intention."
There was no choice, Mr. Yuan could only bring out his backing, Master Yan.
In Jixia Academy, the highest position was held by the current Academy Head, Venerable Master.
Below him were several great Masters.
Master Yan was one of them.
And these great Masters were all competitors for the next Academy Head of Jixia Academy.
That was why there were so many factions within Jixia Academy.
"Master Yan…"
Han Ping'an frowned slightly.
Although he held a transcendent position in Jixia Academy.
He was still a step lower than those Masters.
Although Han Ping'an also had Master Gu behind him, and he was highly valued by the Academy Head, Venerable Master.
He also didn't want to offend another Master because of this.
But he also wanted to vent Chu Xiao's anger.
At this moment, Jun Xiaoyao's eyes shifted, and he suddenly asked Mr. Yuan.
"Mr. Yuan, I heard there's a third trial for this Jixia Academy assessment. What is it?"
Mr. Yuan replied, "Actually, this third trial is to go to an ancient, ruined world."
"That is a shattered land left over from an ancient war, with many Void Fissures, spatial rifts, and so on."
"And that place is also a point where the Black Calamity Race invades, so it constantly requires strong individuals from the Boundless Sea to guard it."
"My Jixia Academy takes resisting the Black Calamity Race as its own responsibility."
"This third trial is to go to that Universe and kill the Black Calamity Race."
"As long as a certain number are killed, the assessment is considered passed."
After hearing Mr. Yuan's words, the faces of the Prodigies present all changed.
This third trial was actually a practical combat assessment!
This could be said to be extremely dangerous.
Jun Xiaoyao, upon hearing this, merely smiled faintly and said, "If that's the case, then what if I go?"
"As a member of the Yun Clan Emperor Clan, slaying the Black Calamity Race is also my rightful mission."
"Killing one more Black Calamity Race member will reduce one threat for the myriad spirits of the Boundless Sea, so why not?"
Jun Xiaoyao's words were truly righteous and impeccable.
The surrounding Cultivators and Prodigies, especially Jun Xiaoyao's female fans, screamed even louder.
"As expected of Young Lord Jun Xiaoyao, his vision is far-reaching, and he cares for all living beings; he is a blessing to our Boundless Sea!"
"That's right, Young Lord Jun Xiaoyao, indeed the son of Emperor Tianya! Emperor Tianya guards the No Man's Land, and his son is also full of sincerity!"
Jun Xiaoyao immediately received the reverence and adoration of the Prodigies from the Four Direction Heaven.
This made Han Ping'an frown slightly.
His original intention was to embarrass Jun Xiaoyao, but itseemed he had instead gained more popularity for Jun Xiaoyao.