The blue sky stretched out over the Lai Clan, one of the most influential clans in the region. In the main courtyard, dozens of family members gathered, their eyes fixed on an 11-year-old boy standing in the middle of the testing arena.
He was Lai Qie, the child who had captured the attention of the entire clan since he was a child.
Today, he would undergo a test to measure the level of Wan Qi in his body.
"Okay, let's begin!" an elder's voice echoed, making the atmosphere fall silent.
At the front row, a man in a long robe with an aura of majesty stood tall. Lai Tian, the leader of the Lai Clan, and also Lai Qie's father, smiled proudly at his son's readiness.
Lai Qie took a deep breath and placed his hand on the Wan Qi Testing Stone.
The entire area fell silent. Everyone held their breath, waiting for the result.
WUUUUSHHH!
A bright purple light suddenly erupted from the testing stone! A strong aura radiated out, making several disciples standing nearby feel an incredible pressure.
"This… This is impossible!" an elder was surprised.
"He's only 11 years old, but his strength level is almost at Qi Novice?"
"He's truly a genius!"
Cheers and whispers of admiration echoed around.
The younger clan members looked at Lai Qie with admiration and envy. They knew that no one in this generation could match his talent.
Lai Tian smiled contently, while his mother, Madam Yun, shed tears of joy.
"Lai Qie... You are truly extraordinary..." he whispered softly.
After the test was over, Lai Qie was surrounded by many people.
"Lai Qie! You are truly amazing!"
"Can we train together?"
"I want to be your friend!"
That day, Lai Qie became the center of attention. Everyone admired him. Everyone wanted to be close to him.
However, fate was not always on his side...
No one knew that this success would only be temporary.