Everyone watched the competition below.

As the martial arts contest moved into the later stages, those who stepped onto the stage naturally became stronger.

And the number of people seated in Penglai Pavilion also increased.

Xu Zimei saw the Wang Family, Lu Family, and Zhuo Family, arriving one after another.

They are the three major families of Shenghai City.

Their power is second only to the Dragon City Lord.

However, because they lack historical accumulation, their strength is just so-so.

This time, all three families have young generations participating in the martial arts contest, so it's understandable that they all came to watch the fights.

After all, the Dragon City Lord's daughter is quite the catch now.

Not only does she have a City Lord father, but also a Saint as her master.

No one in Shenghai City dares to compete with her background.

So everyone holds the principle: if you can't beat her, join her.

The aim is to win the contest and be with the City Lord's daughter.

...

"Look at those two in the contest, who do you think will win?" Shangguan Xian asked, bored.

"The kid in yellow clothes," Xu Zimei said.

"Their levels are about the same, but the yellow-clothed one has a more solid foundation."

Just as Xu Zimei finished speaking, the outcome was already decided in the center of the stage.

Both were badly injured.

However, the one in yellow struggled to stand up and remained standing till the end.

While the two were talking, a staff member suddenly came over.

The staff member was carrying a tray of pastries.

The pastries were made very delicately, with each small figure vividly crafted.

"These are our Penglai Pavilion's specialty, the Eight Immortals Crisp Cake, the lady can give them a try," the staff member said with a smile.

Xu Zimei originally wanted to try them too.

But the staff member stopped him.

"Sir, these pastries are a gift from that gentleman over there to this lady," the staff member said with an apologetic smile.

"If you want some, I can get you another serving."

Xu Zimei turned his head and followed the staff member's gaze.

Only to see the far right, which was the Wang Family's spot.

A man with a white jade crown, dressed in a white robe, was looking over.

Smiling, he nodded at Xu Zimei.

"Beauty is a bane," Xu Zimei laughed.

He said, "Looks like someone has taken a liking to you."

"What's wrong? Regretting bringing me along?" Shangguan Xian asked with a smile.

"Not exactly regretting, but you handle the trouble you attract yourself," Xu Zimei replied.

He crossed his legs and smiled at the staff member, "I'll have one serving of your specialties too."

"Please wait a moment," the staff member nodded quickly.

He handed the pastries to Shangguan Xian.

Shangguan Xian shook her head slightly and replied, "I don't eat things from strangers.

Please return them to that gentleman, I don't know him either."

As Shangguan Xian was speaking, the man had already stood up and was slowly walking over.

"All relationships start with strangers, don't they?

Not knowing isn't an issue," the man smiled and said.

"I'm Wang Xian, the Great Young Master of the Wang Family.

May I know the name of the lady?"

"Shangguan Xian," Shangguan Xian replied calmly.

"The lady seems not to be from Shenghai City.

No such beauty has ever emerged from this city," the man joked.

"I came to visit on the recommendation of a friend," Shangguan Xian nodded and said.

"Oh, may I know this gentleman's name?"

The man appeared very friendly, actively greeting Xu Zimei.

"My surname is Xu," Xu Zimei smiled and said.

"Why didn't Young Master Wang participate in the martial arts contest?"

Wang Xian shook his head with a smile and sat down nearby.

"Everyone wants to marry Long Wulin, but for me, power is not my pursuit.

Long Wulin is not my match either."

Wang Xian looked at Shangguan Xian and smiled, "Is Miss Shangguan planning to settle here for a while, or will you leave soon?"

"I'm not sure, we'll see," Shangguan Xian said.

"Shenghai City is also my home.

No matter what, I can still extend some local hospitality," Wang Xian smiled.

"My Wang Family has some influence in Shenghai City too.

You two can stay at my Wang Family, and I can assist with any issues."

"No need," Shangguan Xian shook her head.

"We are used to wandering freely, I can't accept the hospitality."

As they were chatting, another group of people approached from not far away.

"Wang Xian," someone shouted the man's name.

They turned to look and saw the group just arriving on the sixteenth floor, walking towards them.

The clothes of this group suggested they were from the Lu Family and Zhuo Family.

"Wang Xian, flirting again," said a young man in a blue robe with a somewhat roguish manner.

"Zhuo Yuan, what are you talking about," Wang Xian's expression changed slightly, glaring at him.

Then he turned back, smiling, and said, "Let me introduce, these are my friends.

Zhuo Yuan from the Zhuo Family, and Lu Ming from the Lu Family."

As for the people behind them, Wang Xian did not introduce them.

They were probably insignificant.

Shangguan Xian nodded slightly, as a form of greeting.

"Wang Xian, seems like they have a sweetheart already," Zhuo Yuan glanced at Xu Zimei, teasing.

"If you can't speak properly, you might as well keep quiet," Wang Xian scolded.

Even Shangguan Xian's face turned somewhat displeased.

After all, the term "sweetheart" doesn't have the best connotations.

"What?" Zhuo Yuan didn't care, instead he laughed.

"Wang Xian, I say, with the power of your Wang Family, you can have any woman you want.

Why not just take her? Why waste time."

Upon hearing Zhuo Yuan's words, before Wang Xian could respond, Shangguan Xian couldn't help it.

"Do you know you are quite an eyesore standing here?

You even make me feel sick," Shangguan Xian said coolly.

"You know those lap dogs? Ignored by others, yet keep trying to get closer."

"Little girl, don't think just because Wang Xian is here, I won't dare to move you.

He can't protect you," Zhuo Yuan's smile faded, and a dangerous aura began to spread.

"I'm not familiar with him, but if you keep spouting nonsense.

I don't mind cutting off your mouth," Shangguan Xian responded.

Upon hearing this, Zhuo Yuan surprisingly laughed.

"Wang Xian, did you hear?

They're not familiar with you, so you shouldn't interfere in this matter."

He waved his hand, and instantly the group from Zhuo Family surrounded them.

Encircling Shangguan Xian completely.

Zhuo Yuan looked at Wang Xian provocatively and said, "Watch how I handle this girl for you.

Take her down for me."

Zhuo Yuan originally joined the contest but ended up losing.

Now he vented his anger here.

Facing the encircling Zhuo Family servants, Shangguan Xian snorted coldly.

Immortal Spirit Fire burned in her hands.

Centered around her, the flame exploded.

All the servants surrounding were blown away.