He walked out of the courtyard and saw that the usually quiet Sect Gate had become bustling with activity.
Many youths of the same age were gathered together, heading northward, and coincidentally passed by the courtyard where Xu Zimei resided.
"What's happening outside?" Zimo asked as he watched the Long Yidao brothers.
"Everyone is preparing for the Nine Skies Grand Assembly," Long Yidao explained.
"There are so many disciples among the Nine Veins, but not everyone qualifies to attend the assembly.
So, before the Nine Skies Grand Assembly begins, each of the Nine Veins will hold a small-scale contest.
It's to decide who will participate in the Nine Skies Grand Assembly."
"I see," Xu Zimei nodded and asked, "Why didn't I know about this in advance?"
Long Yidao hesitated for a moment, without answering.
"Speak your mind," Xu Zimei said with a frown.
"Because the young master can't cultivate, everybody assumed you wouldn't participate in this contest.
