Today, the sun was shining brightly while the sky was blue and clear. Clouds drifted about, with a gentle breeze in the air. The weather was calm and pleasant.

The Dragon Phoenix Academy was fully prepared to welcome the honored guest. The numerous disciples stood in a tidy formation, separated into two sides. The men were heroic, the women were charming. Each disciple shone like the brightest sun, full of youthful vigor.

Not all disciples were a part of the welcoming group. Only about 1,000 of them were selected to be in the formation. That was enough to express the importance they were attaching to this guest. If all disciples were utilized, it would seem like the academy was trying to fawn on the Holy...