No one does not want to stand out, especially for those who lack opportunities. Once they see an opportunity, they become desperate to seize it, regardless of everything.
Thus, when the news about the Taoist Academy spread, the martial artists of the world began the first wave of internal competition. They started to move towards Tiandu, wanting to seize this opportunity and leap like carps crossing the dragon gate, riding on the wind.
"There are countless strong people in the world, but the only one who truly values us ordinary folk is the State Mentor."
"Yeah, if not for Grandmaster Pei, how could we impoverished martial artists have our moment to shine?"
"I heard that Grandmaster Pei was the one who compiled the Martial Classics that we study."
"Although some say that many strong people died during the Grandmaster's rise, weren't they seeking their own demise?"