"Dan Booth of the White-Horn Human Clan?"
Andrew Han, who was heading toward the hotel to pick up his belongings before returning home, looked up in surprise as a clear, hearty voice echoed in the distance.
Andrew Han was familiar with the concept of the White-Horn Human Clan.
At least within the Chenriver Empire, the White-Horn Human Clan was renowned, famous for their trustworthy and honorable conduct.
"I already know about Chenriver Palace," Andrew frowned. "This recommendation quota is quite precious. Is it possible that the cultivation genius of the White-Horn Human Clan is dissatisfied and has come to challenge me?"
On the surface, it's a duel to determine victory, but in reality, is it just oppression and exclusion?
He pondered for a moment.
Andrew felt a bit puzzled; it probably wouldn't go that far.
Perhaps this White-Horn Human Clan genius named Dan Booth simply wanted to spar with him.
The only thing that left Andrew speechless was... Dan Booth issued his invitation in White Bird Star's atmosphere, his voice spreading for hundreds of kilometers—such a grand display, likely heard clearly by everyone in the central city.
"Forget it."
Andrew pocketed the blue sphere, the certificate of Earth's ownership.
"I'll go up and take a look first."
A glint flashed in Andrew's eyes as he soared into the air, heading toward the source of the powerful voice.
Whoosh!
A streak of cyan light pierced the clouds, swelling in the wind, its momentum undiminished! Andrew swept past two Fusion Tier cultivators strolling together and shot straight up through the clouds at ten thousand meters!
......
Meanwhile—
Dan Booth's voice had caught Andrew's attention and also startled the entire central city of White Bird Administrative Star, including the three gathered Starlight-tier cultivators.
At the edge of the city, in a palace.
Sumptuous, majestic, and solemn—the palace's interior was occupied by three Starlight-tier cultivators.
A square crystalline table glowed with radiant light, glass-clear and lustrous, around which three figures sat: Ken Yu, the highest administrative governor of White Bird Star, and the only two Fourth-Order Cosmic Light Starlight-tier guardians on the planet.
Just moments earlier, the three had spontaneously begun discussing Andrew Han.
"An aboriginal has arrived on White Bird Star," Ken Yu said with a hint of amazement. "This Andrew Han is not only Composite Starlight-tier, but has reached Third-Order Constant Light. Even with all the secret arts I've cultivated, I doubt I could match him."
Composite Starlight-tier doesn't necessarily mean stronger, but it does offer significant advantages.
Especially considering Andrew Han is an aboriginal with no inheritance or guidance, yet managed to reach such heights on his own—Ken Yu dared not underestimate him.
To the side—
White Bird Star's strongest cultivator, a burly, bald man with three eyes, was unmistakably of the Three-Eye Human Clan.
His voice was deep: "You think you could match him? This Starlight-tier human Andrew Han has no inheritance. Once a major power discovers or recruits him, he'll surely soar to the heavens."
Hearing this, Ken Yu gave a wry smile. "I'm just making a casual comparison. Besides, I'm not weak myself. If I went all out in a spar, I could at least hold my own for half a day."
Though he admitted he wasn't as strong as Andrew Han, Ken Yu was confident in himself; holding out for a while wouldn't be a problem.
"Heh."
The burly, three-eyed man shook his head and said no more, biting into a red, apple-like exotic fruit that filled the air with a mesmerizing fragrance.
The palace was silent, suffused with solemnity.
"Enough, let's not argue about this,"
Ken Yu couldn't help but smile, saying lightly, "It was actually my son Hugh Yu, who works in the docking zone, that first reported Andrew Han's arrival to me... Hugh didn't dare disturb Andrew too much. Since we happen to have free time today and are all gathered, why not pay Andrew a visit?"
Yet at that moment, the mighty voice of Dan Booth, the cultivation genius of the White-Horn Human Clan, like an endless tidal wave, finally reached the city's edge, leaving the three men momentarily stunned.
"Dan Booth?"
"I've heard that name—he's said to be the greatest genius of the White-Horn Human Clan in this epoch!" The burly, three-eyed man suddenly stood up, his expression heavy.
The name Dan Booth resounded throughout the eastern region of the Chenriver Empire.
Most Starlight-tier beings knew that Dan Booth was a battle maniac, fond of sparring—the three present were no exception.
The burly, three-eyed man’s expression shifted. "Dan Booth is Fourth-Order Cosmic Light, and with the White-Horn Human Clan providing him with vast resources and secret arts, his raw power rivals the peak of Fourth-Order Cosmic Light!"
The implication was clear: he believed Andrew Han was no match for Dan Booth.
"This is bad!"
Ken Yu felt the same, unable to sit still. He quickly stood up. "We haven't had a chance to meet Andrew Han yet! Besides, Dan Booth doesn't hold back—his power is overwhelming and could cause massive destruction to White Bird Star!"
The three immediately rose and rushed out of the palace.
Dan Booth’s strength surpassed everyone on White Bird Star; the aboriginal Starlight-tier Andrew Han was destined to lose.
None of the three had met Andrew Han before, so they had no intention of intervening—only to quietly observe, hoping to prevent catastrophic damage to White Bird Star or, if Andrew suffered a crushing defeat, to step in and rescue him at the last moment.
Above the palace, three beams of light shot straight into the sky.
Whoosh! Whoosh! Whoosh!
The aura of three Starlight-tier cultivators was magnificent, sweeping across the entire central city and leaving citizens and commoners bewildered, anxiously looking up at the sky, their hearts filled with unease and fear.
Clearly, Starlight-tier powerhouses had descended upon White Bird Star!
Everyone was abuzz with speculation.
As the highest administrative governor, Ken Yu and the only two Fourth-Order Cosmic Light guardians of White Bird Star burst through the clouds at ten thousand meters, arriving at the edge of the planet’s atmosphere, where they finally saw Andrew Han in his cyan robe.
At the edge of the atmosphere, the air was thin and sunlight made the temperature soar.
Directly ahead—
Andrew Han, dressed in his cyan robe, wore a gentle smile, the very image of a refined gentleman.
"That’s Andrew Han."
"Such extraordinary presence—truly remarkable." The three silently praised him, taking a closer look at Andrew Han.
Meanwhile, Dan Booth of the White-Horn Human Clan, with his gray hair, was brimming with battle intent. Fierce winds swirled around him, and his terrifying aura radiated outward in all directions, centered on Dan Booth himself.
Buzz!
It was as if concentric rings of light waves kept spreading outward.
After a moment’s hesitation, the three let Ken Yu take the lead. He flew forward with a friendly smile toward Dan Booth and Andrew Han, who seemed ready to face off. "I am Ken Yu, the administrative governor of White Bird Star. If you two fight here, it could have serious consequences for the planet..."
"Oh?"
Dan Booth turned his head, his white horn spinning, gray hair whipping in the fierce wind.
"Sorry, it's my duty," Ken Yu said with an awkward smile. "Honorable Dan Booth, and Mr. Andrew Han, White Bird Star welcomes you both, but..."
"I understand." Dan Booth waved his hand, no longer looking at Ken Yu, his gaze settling on Andrew Han. "We never intended to spar here. As for the Life Planet Basic Law, I, Dan Booth, will of course abide by it."
That’s a relief, that’s a relief.
Ken Yu immediately breathed a sigh of relief and retreated to stand beside the burly, three-eyed man.
At that moment—
Ken Yu and the other two Starlight-tier cultivators watched from the side. More Starlight-tier beings flew up from below, but at the edge of the thin, sunlit atmosphere, Dan Booth’s eyes were fixed solely on Andrew Han.
"Mr. Andrew Han."
Dan Booth smiled and spoke in a clear voice: "I’ve come to spar, nothing more. My peers in the clan are far too weak; I am lonely, I am bored. I hope you will fight me with all your strength."
His actions were abrupt, but his words were extremely polite.
Since Dan Booth had emphasized this was just a friendly match, Andrew Han cheerfully agreed, "No problem."
"Mr. Andrew Han, please." Dan Booth’s eyes flashed with anticipation as he gestured with his left hand, then retreated several thousand kilometers before stopping.
Andrew Han stood facing him.
The two hovered in the lifeless outer space, surrounded by darkness and cold, with only the occasional cosmic dust drifting by. Though the vacuum held no sound, transmitting messages via energy was commonplace.
In an instant—
Suddenly, a thunderous boom shook the starry sky, endless gales erupted from nowhere, Dan Booth clenched his fists, and his white horn spun wildly.
White hurricanes swirled around Dan Booth!
A terrifying aura spread throughout the area!
Those watching from afar—Ken Yu and the others—couldn’t help but twitch at the corners of their eyes. Witnessing Dan Booth’s aura firsthand, they felt a pale sense of helplessness, convinced victory was impossible.
Even at such a distance—
Many Starlight-tier cultivators sighed inwardly: "No wonder he’s the greatest genius of the White-Horn Human Clan in this era!"
"Hmm."
Andrew Han was moved as well.
White hurricanes shook violently, as if ready to sweep across the world. Dan Booth strode through the lifeless outer space, his wild winds growing ever stronger, even obliterating cosmic dust.
Rumble!
The star-lit gales surged with waves of energy, fierce sounds echoing within!
Dan Booth took a deep breath, glanced at the distant Starlight-tier onlookers, then cleared his mind. In the vast starry sky, only Andrew Han in his cyan robe mattered—there was anticipation, battle intent, and he was ready to strike!
"Watch carefully!"
"This is the secret art I’ve cultivated for years—manifesting hurricanes with my Starlight, able to lift mountains and seas!" Dan Booth suddenly stepped forward, his fists gathering the wild winds, striking at Andrew Han with a tangible current of force that seemed to span the starry sky.
Such a spectacular display set off Andrew Han's contemplative expression.
"Hmm."
"It does look strong. At least I won’t have to worry about collateral damage..."
With that thought, Andrew Han breathed a sigh of relief.
The timing was perfect—he’d long wanted to witness the cultivation genius of the White-Horn Human Clan. Andrew Han looked toward the heart of the swirling winds, at the gray-haired Dan Booth.
"Excellent!"
Facing the overwhelming momentum, Andrew Han stepped forward.
Andrew Han spread his right palm!
His five fingers stretched wide!
It was as if a colossal, radiant seal—like a sovereign’s jade stamp commanding all things—swelled from his palm, growing with the wind. Andrew Han seemed a giant wielding a mighty seal, meeting Dan Booth head-on.
Boom!!!!!!
In an instant, the white hurricanes vanished, chaotic currents calmed.
"How could this be..."
Dan Booth watched in bewilderment as the overpowering seal crashed down. His vision went dark, and with a boom, he vanished like a shooting star into the endless outer space.