Watching Tang Yan's retreating figure, Yu Juechen's heart stirred.

In the selection zone, the value trends of Beast Cores and Pills ran in completely opposite directions. One could be absurdly high, while the other was pitifully low.

Why would this kid exchange items with him at such a generous price?

Was there something fishy going on?

As one of the three major Forces in Tingxiang, the Rakshasa Sect was formidable and possessed countless eyes and ears. As the eldest young master of the Rakshasa Sect, his status was distinguished. Coming alone to participate in the Azure Dragon Academy selection would definitely attract his family's attention.

Although his strength was decent, his experiences over the past few days had taught him that there was always someone stronger. The path of the martial Dao was long, and he had only just begun.

Since he had left home empty-handed, his cultivation progress had been severely hindered. Facing such an awkward predicament, his father would certainly not sit idly by!

But his father cared too much about face. There was no way he would openly send him Pills!

Therefore, he would need to use some clever means to deliver cultivation resources to his son!

If he wasn't mistaken, that means was Tang Yan! Having Tang Yan use a low-price exchange to deliver the Pills right into his hands!

Young Master Yu's imagination ran wild, stretching his creativity to the absolute limit.

The more he thought about it, the more Yu Juechen felt his theory was correct. A smile surfaced on his handsome face.

"Wait!" Activating his footwork, Yu Juechen chased after Tang Yan.

Tang Yan had already sensed someone behind him. Discovering it was Yu Juechen, he asked curiously, "Does Young Master Yu need something?"

Seeing Tang Yan's calm expression, Yu Juechen sneered inwardly. Kid, you're putting on quite the act. Then I'll just have to show you the Token of the Rakshasa Sect's direct-line eldest son!

"Do you recognize this?" Yu Juechen smiled, taking out a jade Token and waving it in front of Tang Yan.

As long as someone belonged to the Rakshasa Sect, seeing this Token meant they had to reveal their true colors. Otherwise, it was punishable as a betrayal of the Sect.

Tang Yan looked at the jade Token with confusion. The jade was smooth and round, bearing excellent craftsmanship; it had likely been polished by a Master.

The center of the Token was engraved with the characters "Rakshasa," while five smaller characters were carved into the bottom right corner: "Eldest Son Yu Juechen."

Tang Yan's heart trembled. He had been in this world for half a year and had already gained a considerable understanding of this continent.

Beneath the Imperial Domain of Tingxiang lay three major Forces: Purple Bamboo City, the Rakshasa Sect, and the Immortal Gathering Palace.

Seeing Yu Juechen's extraordinary imposing manner, he clearly came from a prestigious background. Now, reading the word "Rakshasa," Tang Yan understood-this guy was probably the eldest young master of the Rakshasa Sect!

Soon, a strange expression appeared on Tang Yan's face.

The Rakshasa Sect was a massive Force. How could its eldest young master be so pitifully poor? He actually had to exchange Beast Cores for his own cultivation Pills!

In Yu Juechen's eyes, Tang Yan's strange expression looked exactly like hesitation.

Kid, are you wondering whether to reveal your identity? Under my Token, you don't have a choice!

"Where did you buy this Token? The craftsmanship is quite fine."

Tang Yan's sudden remark instantly made Yu Juechen's eyes widen.

Who under the heavens would dare to forge a Token of the Rakshasa Sect? Was this guy out of his mind?

"When the Token of the Rakshasa direct line is presented, as a member of the Sect, you not only fail to report your identity but also dare to put on airs with me. What incredible nerve!" Yu Juechen reprimanded sternly.

"Young Master Yu boasts quite loudly. You find some random token and expect to pass yourself off as the eldest young master of the Rakshasa Sect? Do you think I'd believe that?"

Watching Yu Juechen's face grow increasingly dark, Tang Yan was secretly amused. Outwardly, however, he maintained an extremely disdainful expression and sneered, "The Rakshasa Sect is one of the top Forces in Tingxiang, possessing immense strength and generations of talent.

"The eldest young master of the Rakshasa Sect shouldn't be lacking in cultivation resources, right?

"If Young Master Yu truly were the eldest young master of the Rakshasa Sect, you could eat Pills like regular meals. Why would you painfully hoard Beast Cores to exchange for Spirit Pills?"

As Yu Juechen's face turned completely black, Tang Yan continued, "Just now, when Young Master Yu saw a Second Rank Pill, your eyes practically lit up. I don't imagine the dignified eldest young master of the Rakshasa Sect would have such low standards, would he?"

"Although the Rakshasa Sect might be slightly inferior to the Azure Dragon Academy, the entire Sect's resources would undoubtedly be prioritized for the direct-line eldest son. Such conditions are far beyond what the Azure Dragon Academy can compare to. Forsaking such excellent cultivation resources to come suffer at the Azure Dragon Academy-do you think the eldest young master of the Rakshasa Sect got his head crushed by a door?"

Yu Juechen felt the Qi and blood within his body surge. He took a few deep breaths, barely suppressing the urge to vomit blood.

It wasn't as if he wanted to be in such a miserable state. He had his own unspeakable difficulties!

He wanted to explain things to Tang Yan, but being kicked out of the house was entirely too humiliating. How could he possibly have the face to admit it?

"Then do you think my current strength is qualified enough for me to be the eldest young master of the Rakshasa Sect?" A vast, majestic pressure suddenly erupted from Yu Juechen's body.

Feeling that astonishing power, Tang Yan narrowed his eyes.

Black Rank Ninth Grade. His strength was indeed extraordinary! With Tang Yan's current cultivation, he absolutely could not contend against it.

Furthermore, Yu Juechen did not look very old. Realizing the gap between them, an unyielding spirit surged in Tang Yan's heart.

I must raise my strength!

Even so, the pressure of a Black Rank Ninth Grade could not force Tang Yan to submit. Smiling calmly, Tang Yan said, "Black Rank Ninth Grade is indeed very formidable."

Hearing this, a hint of pride finally flashed in Yu Juechen's eyes. "Well? Do you believe my identity now?"

"I'm still very doubtful. I have a friend who ranks third among the younger generation of her family, and her strength has already reached the Heaven Rank.

"The strength of the direct-line eldest son of the Rakshasa Sect shouldn't fall short of someone's Third Miss, right?" Tang Yan flipped his hand, and a small, exquisitely crafted jade Token landed in his palm.

Yu Juechen was about to retort, but when he saw that jade Token, his eyes suddenly bulged!

As the direct-line eldest son of the Rakshasa Sect, Yu Juechen possessed extraordinary insight.

A Token of Purple Bamboo City!

The noble aura faintly radiating from the jade Token was absolutely not something a small Sect could forge.

Only, how could the Token of the number one purple in Tingxiang be in this kid's hands? What was his relationship with Zi Yun?

"You... where did you get this?" Yu Juechen's voice trembled slightly.

"I already told you, a friend gave it to me." Tang Yan put the jade Token away and smiled. "Now, do you still think you're the eldest young master of the Rakshasa Sect?"

Yu Juechen felt his blood pressure soaring!

Zi Yun was a renowned genius of Tingxiang. Even her older brothers and sisters couldn't match her strength! The Third Miss possessed breathtaking, peerless talent. Looking out across the world, who could stand shoulder to shoulder with her?

Yu Juechen felt a trace of gloom in his heart. Zi Yun was a massive mountain, pressing down heavily upon the hearts of countless disciples from prominent families.

With Zi Yun present, the Providence of Purple Bamboo City could be sustained for another four hundred years!

As an outstanding figure of the Rakshasa Sect's younger generation, he was frequently compared to Zi Yun. The pressure in his heart could well be imagined.

"Forget it, it's just an identity. There's no need to take it so seriously. I only wanted to verify if you were from my Rakshasa Sect. Now it is clear that you are not."

Yu Juechen smiled bitterly and cupped his hands. "Brother has a sharp tongue; I am full of admiration. May I ask your esteemed name?"

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