This scoundrel is a bit of a swordsman.

Chapter 226 Xizhu's Mystery

The thunderous applause was deafening.

"As expected of the new king, his overwhelming aura leaves us speechless. It seems that the majesty of the Great Qian Emperor is nothing more than this. A new king dares not kneel to receive the imperial edict. Aren't you afraid that the Emperor will be furious and take your head?"

"Then there's no need for you all to go to such trouble. Since you've all graced us with your presence today, why don't you come down and have a drink together?"

Xiao Xingchen's eyes were sharp as he stared straight ahead.

His blatant display of arrogance today, even openly revealing his animosity towards Emperor Wu, is intended to draw these people out.

As a time traveler, he was well aware of the importance of the main quest. History might have some ups and downs, but major events would inevitably affect minor events.

The biggest event in Yong'an today is none other than these people; getting entangled with them is in line with the laws of historical development.

Even if one chooses to remain aloof, timing is crucial. In his words, only when everyone is involved can one see who harbors malicious intentions.

"Haha, very well. Since the King of Kao Shan has extended such a generous invitation, how could we possibly refuse?"

Before he finished speaking, several figures appeared from the teahouse in the distance, approaching like birds in flight. The younger generation were all familiar faces, but Xiao Xingchen's attention was focused on the old men following behind them.

As the true rulers of the various kingdoms appeared, another uproar erupted among the crowd. The negative implications of the Prince of Kaoshan hosting such a banquet at this moment were self-evident. Dali and Manghuang, in a sense, were sworn enemies of the Great Qian Dynasty. Even Zhan Aotian arrived uninvited, rushing past like a shooting star and landing steadily in front of the Prince of Kaoshan's residence. The Eldest Princess had already risen and gracefully strolled to Xiao Xingchen's side. Since Xiao Xingchen had chosen such a blatant strategy, she would naturally choose to fight alongside him.

In the blink of an eye, the area in front of the Prince Kao Shan's mansion was filled with mountains of gold and silver, and teeming with experts, resembling a dazzling sea of ​​stars.

"Anything else? Where are the Four Kings' men? They may also come along. I've prepared a banquet for you all today, so you won't be lingering outside my residence all day. If you have any questions, feel free to ask me in person. This is for one day only."

Xiao Xingchen's voice boomed like a bell as he continued to shout. At this moment, all the troubles were external, but the internal problems remained like a woman playing a pipa half-hidden behind a screen, shy and hesitant, appearing and disappearing.

Since we're going to do it anyway, we might as well resolve both the internal and external troubles at the same time, so as to avoid further trouble later.

However, after his first call, many people looked behind them, but still no one stepped forward. This displeased Xiao Xingchen, who thought to himself, "Everyone, I have already lowered myself to invite you, yet you are so disrespectful. It is your fault."

"If you don't show yourself, don't blame me for losing my temper! I am the Prince of Kao Shan. If you show such disrespect, don't expect me to show you any mercy in the future. We are all officials in the same court. What's wrong with getting to know each other? Why do you have to crowd around my mansion all day long?"

"Since the Prince of Kao Shan has spoken in this way, then I shall set an example. Chen Bu Xu, subordinate of the Prince of Nanling, pays respects to Your Highness."

A middle-aged man dressed in plain clothes slowly walked out from a corner.

"Indeed, Chen Buxu has quite the courage, much better than those cowards. Please."

Xiao Xingchen nodded slightly in acknowledgment. As for who this Chen Buxu was, how would he possibly know?

However, Huangfu Lingxue, standing to the side, couldn't help but frown, clearly quite familiar with Chen Buxu.

This small gesture instantly sparked speculation among the crowd.

After all, everyone present was shrewd, and someone who could be valued so highly by the Princess must be no ordinary person.

"Anything else? The King of Nanling's men have arrived. Where are the other kings? I don't believe none of you are here. Show yourselves quickly, everyone is very busy."

Xiao Xingchen continued shouting, his posture so domineering that it seemed almost like a forced sale.

Seeing Xiao Xingchen's current state, Shan Liang was very unhappy, not for any other reason than that he had lost another game.

"Hehe, Shan Liang, it seems I've won again,"

The mysterious woman let out a silvery laugh, a laugh that pierced Shan Liang's heart like a sharp blade, further intensifying his loathing for Xiao Xingchen.

"How dare this mere spoiled brat be so arrogant? Does he not know the meaning of death? Even Emperor Wu in the Outer Heavens would be wary of him. How could he be so disrespected by a mere brat on his own turf? If I were Emperor Wu, I would slap him to death without hesitation."

"Shan Liang, it's okay to lose. Why be so impatient? Don't worry, the people I need you to kill are for later. I don't need you to do anything for now."

"I'm just stating the facts,"

"Alright, in that case, how about we go down and meet Xiao Xingchen in person? After all, he's inviting guests from all directions, so let's join in the fun."

A hint of curiosity appeared on Xizhu's face, like a cat attracted by something new. She suddenly had a whimsical idea, which puzzled Shanliang, who then offered some words of explanation.

"Didn't you always want to keep a low profile? This kind of occasion is really not suitable for you. If your enemies find you, you will be in an extremely dangerous situation."

"Isn't it because you're here? With you here, do I even need to worry about my safety?"

Xizhu trusted Shanliang completely, but her words were like a pebble thrown into a lake, leaving Shanliang silent. He pondered for a long time before slowly saying...

"Your origins are mysterious and unpredictable. This Great Qian is not as simple as it appears on the surface. There are incriminating evidence left by the Nine Heavens here, and even I dare not act recklessly. My advice is to keep a low profile as much as possible. Otherwise, tell me who your enemies are so that I have a better understanding of the situation and can better assess whether our future situation is safe."

"Oh? Even you can't do it?"

The woman asked in surprise, her voice echoing in the air like a thunderclap.

"Yes, I can clearly feel that there is a mysterious and unpredictable power that appears and disappears in the void above, like a city-protecting formation but not quite. I can't say for sure what it is, but the ever-present sense of crisis is undeniable."

"Da Qian, Martial Emperor, Nine Heavens, Shan Liang, what kind of treasure do you think is hidden here that would make those guys from Nine Heavens go to such lengths? Is it just a few powerful demons?"

"How could anyone possibly guess? After that incident three hundred years ago, everyone, including the Nine Heavens, began to keep that past a closely guarded secret. The Demon Suppression Prison was also completely completed at that time. The inside story is something that someone like me, who always goes it alone, could never know."

"And what about Emperor Wu? So many years have passed, he should know everything that has happened, right?"

"That's undeniable. As long as you're in Yong'an, nothing can escape his watchful eye. His terrifying nature far exceeds people's imagination, which is why I don't want to cause a big mess here. Otherwise, it will be detrimental to both of us."

"I understand. Now let's go and meet this powerful figure."

Xi Zhu's words came like a sudden storm, abruptly changing the subject and leaving Shan Liang stunned and speechless, his face full of suspicion.

"Didn't you understand what I just said?" "Yes, I heard you. You told me to keep a low profile."

"Then are you still going?"

"Didn't you notice the presence of two ethereal, sixth-realm women over there?"

Xi Zhu smiled sweetly, her beautiful eyes gazing towards the Prince Kao Shan's residence.

"Six Realms?"

This greatly frightened Shan Liang, as if struck by lightning. His level was only at the sixth realm, which was already the peak existence below the ninth heaven. How could there be two sixth realm beings here?

He held his breath and carefully sensed it. Sure enough, the unique aura of the Sixth Realm appeared and disappeared intermittently, causing him to frown. However, his expression then turned to one of utter horror as he stared at Xizhu in shock. A terrifying suspicion surged within him like a tidal wave.

"Why are you looking at me with such astonishment? I just want to meet those Sixth Realm cultivators and see what they are here for. The Sixth Realm cultivators are not supposed to meddle in the mortal world. If the people of the Nine Heavens find out, they will definitely accuse us of breaking the rules."

Xi Zhu's words struck Shan Liang's already shocked mind like a heavy hammer, creating waves of turmoil.

Rules? Xizhu actually said that we broke the rules, which meant... He dared not think any further. He had heard of people who could set rules, but had never met them.

At this moment, Shan Liang seemed to have a new understanding of Xi Zhu, and no longer dared to look down on her in the slightest; in fact, he felt a greater sense of awe.

If this woman truly came from that mysterious place, and considering that he himself hadn't even sensed the existence of a sixth-level cultivator, while Xizhu had been able to perceive it beforehand, Shan Liang felt his head buzzing, as if it were about to explode. This meant that Xizhu's cultivation level was far higher than the sixth level; only a huge difference in cultivation level could allow her to sense someone of a lower level than her.

But how could this be? This girl is only a few years old. How could she possess such a profound level of understanding? Perhaps sensing Shan Liang's thoughts, Xi Zhu replied casually,

"Shan Liang, don't think nonsense. Your duty is to protect me. I can't act rashly, lest I cause unnecessary trouble."

"Yes, Shan Liang will do his utmost for the young lady."

"Very good. Let's go and meet this powerful figure."