"The era of the Human Race shines differently, but it's a pity that the path of Heart and Spirit relies more on innate talent than acquired ability. This Celestial Ladder points straight to the Origin, concerning only Heart and Spirit aptitude. This test has put your race at a disadvantage..."
Outside the Star River, inside a grand Star Fortress, two terrifying figures casually sat on chairs.
Around them, countless stars reversed, starlight flowed, and as they breathed, it was as if a tempest surged.
One was an ancient serpent-man, his scales pale white, hair and beard silver, and in his eyes, reflections of starfire seemed to flicker.
And opposite him, the Supreme strategist of the Human Race sipped his tea lightly, the night swirled in his eyes.
Only someone with supreme status could sit alongside the Supreme of the Human Race.
