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The battle for supremacy in the Novice Village was ever-changing.
After witnessing Zi Liyuan's dominance and the forceful elimination of a large number of Alien Lords by Ying Xueji and others,
the vast majority of Alien Lords with backgrounds chose to cut their losses in time and withdrew from this year's territorial contest.
It's not that they didn't want to fight but there was no need to expend their foundations on a battle they weren't guaranteed to win.
Even for those like Ying Xueji, who had significant influence in the Sea of Realms, people from the Upper Realm wouldn't provide unconditional support.
If one didn't strive, there was a great possibility of being abandoned by the people from the Upper Realm.
For a power to gain a foothold in the Sea of Realms, naturally, they have numerous clans on their own planet. Therefore, each year, they select potential rookies to cultivate.
