The Lunar Flower Sword Sage's voice started to fade into the distance.

As Wu Yu got closer to the inner city, the common folk could no longer follow after him. Other than the patrolling Yan Huang Immortal Army troops in the vicinity that were still keeping a look out for him, only Jiang Xuechuan remained by his side.

Jiang Xuechuan was tall and sturdy and wore a suit of Yan Huang Immortal Armor. His stalwart expression gave him the air of an important general.

He led Wu Yu toward the inner city with big strides. As he walked, he said, "Wu Yu, I'm just wondering if you had already made today's decision earlier on. Could it have been a last-minute choice due to the provocation of those two Sword Sages?"

"Before I set off, I had already made my choice."

Jiang Xuechuan laughed. "To me, this is even better news. This means that you've thought things through and were not making an impulsive decision due to anger."

Wu Yu nodded. That went without saying.

As they got closer to the inner city, Jiang Xuechuan did not beat around the bush; he directly explained the details to Wu Yu. He said, "Usually, you’d need to pass a trial to become a Yan Huang Immortal Army soldier. This trial tests one's prowess, ability to handle affairs, as well as their personality. However, your reputation precedes you, so you're exempt from this test. You can directly become part of the Yan Huang Immortal Army. However, there's a matter...