Chapter 3484: Ecstatic! (Second Update)
Chapter 3484: Chapter 3484: Ecstatic! (Second Update)
The man in a brocade robe, with a touch of intrigue in his gaze, said, "Even with my Zhan family connections, I cannot find out? It seems that this boy named Ye Chen is either a disciple of one of those reclusive old monsters dwelling in the deep mountains or a offspring of a notable family. But then..."
He sipped the Spiritual Tea in his hand, seemingly indifferent, "Considering he only appeared in this Star Swirl Domain, it means the force behind him is merely so. It is inconsequential in front of my Outer Realm Zhan family."
The beautiful woman echoed, "Young Master’s words are very true."
This man in the brocade robe was evidently here to participate in the marriage contest. Yet, even before the contest began, he was already inside this Refining God Peak!
One must know, to ensure fairness, the Refining God Peak had directly closed its Mountain Gate during this period. Even the demons from powerful forces in the Star Swirl Domain could not ascend. The major forces of the Star Swirl Domain had also largely acquiesced to this rule. This is why Zhou Zixun appeared in Yunxuan City.
But this young man now showed himself inside the Refining God Peak!
This indicates he had an identity powerful enough to disregard all local rules!
This young man in the brocade robe was named Zhan You, the second son of the Zhan family.
And the Zhan family belonged to the Moon Soul Domain!
The main body of the Outer Realm was divided into four regions! They were Star Swirl Domain, Moon Soul Domain, Yangzhen Domain, and Heavenly Human Domain!
The further back it goes, the more terrifying the martial artists’ power and the extent of their forces become!
And Heavenly Human Domain is even an Outer Realm taboo!
Even Emperor Abyss Palace and the Upper Realm Empress cannot interfere!
Even forces from the Moon Soul Domain, when brought to the Star Swirl Domain, are comparable to First-class forces!
Merely the name of the Zhan family is enough to make the entire Star Swirl Domain tremble!
Honestly, if Zhan You wanted to acquire Jin Shuhui, it was just a matter of saying a word. The reason this marriage contest was held was simply because Zhan You wanted to see the level of these so-called Star Swirl Domain Demons.
This feeling was like a tiger mixed among a flock of sheep.
Zhan You, sipping tea, with his eyes flickering coldly, was like a hunter eyeing prey.
...
The sky was clear, the wind gentle, as numerous Dragon Chariots, Phoenix Carriages, and dazzling rainbows descended atop an imposing Giant Peak. Today was the day of the Refining God Peak holding a marriage contest for the Mysterious Lady Jin Shuhui!
Ye Chen, along with Gu Han and Zhang Chi, arrived at the Refining God Peak, and after handing over their invitations, they were guided by the disciples of Refining God Peak to a grand hall on the summit.
At this moment, the grand hall was festively decorated, red embroidery hanging high, exuding an atmosphere of joyous celebration.
Tables were filled with various spiritual fruits, spirit wine, pastries, and dishes. One by one, young men with extraordinary temperament were chatting and feasting.
Ye Chen and the others stood in an inconspicuous corner of the hall. Ye Chen’s gaze turned slightly cold as he took in everything. The Refining God Peak had truly put in a lot of effort for this marriage contest.
Just then, a young man with a pale complexion, unsteady steps, dressed in lavish clothes appeared at the entrance of the grand hall. The previously noisy hall instantly quieted down a notch, and the talented youths with their proud faces all greeted with smiles, "Mr. An, you have arrived."
"Haha, knowing that Brother An was also interested in the Refining God Peak’s Mysterious Lady, I wouldn’t have come to join the fun."
"With Mr. An appearing, it seems that we all have no hope."
Mr. An laughed heartily, not refusing the flattery from the crowd.
Zhang Chi, beside Ye Chen, softly introduced, "Brother Ye, this person is named An Zaiyi. Although his strength is average, he should not be underestimated. Even though the An family’s power is last among the major forces present this time, they still count as a prestigious family.
More importantly, the An family controls a highly high-level Xuanyuan Stone mining vein! In terms of wealth, the An family is among the best in the entire Star Swirl Domain!"
Zhang Chi then pointed to a man standing alone in the corner, with a sinister expression, akin to a poisonous snake, "That man is named Zhao Bin, at the seventh-level of the Holy Ancestor Realm. Yet his strength is rumored to surpass those of the same realm!
His poison technique is incredibly sinister and causes alarming fear. Though outwardly, Zhao Bin is just a rogue cultivator with neither sect nor lineage, anyone slightly knowledgeable understands that Zhao Bin is the closed-door disciple of a hidden old monster. That old monster is someone even First-class forces avoid provoking!
Moreover, Zhao Bin, practicing poison technique, seems to have compromised his foundation, and is in dire need of Heavenly Spirit Spiritual Power."
Ye Chen nodded slightly, as Zhang Chi introduced those in the grand hall worthy of attention.
Suddenly, another figure appeared at the entrance, catching everyone’s eye. First, a moment of surprise, then an amused expression spread through their faces.
This person was none other than Zhou Zixun.
Zhou Zixun, feeling their gazes, snorted coldly and sat down somewhere.
The news of Zhou Zixun being stepped on by a Heavenly God Realm presence in Yunxuan City had spread far and wide, causing his reputation within the circle to plummet, but given Zhou Zixun’s strength and status, no one dared truly taunt him verbally.
The marriage contest was about to begin, and those supposed to come had mostly arrived. Yet at that moment, a man in a brocade robe, accompanied by a beautiful woman, leisurely stepped into the grand hall.
Embroidered with green bamboo on the brocade robe—it was Zhan You!
Those inside the hall, upon seeing this man in the brocade robe, slightly furrowed their brows.
What a grand entrance!
Didn’t he notice that these renowned young talents of the Star Swirl Domain had arrived early, yet he chose to arrive late?
And with such an indifferent demeanor?
Is this to make so many people wait for him?
But at this moment, none of these proud geniuses stepped forward to question Zhan You, not because they were broad-minded, but because they couldn’t see through Zhan You’s strength!
At this time, Zhou Zixun saw Zhan You and was astonished, then with great joy, he strode quickly to Zhan You and bowed respectfully, saying: "Young Master You, how come you’re here!"
The crowd was shocked; Zhou Zixun, usually so domineering, actually took the initiative to greet someone, and with such a self-deprecating attitude?
Zhan You smiled faintly and ignored him.
Zhou Zixun was not worthy of his attention.
The reason he knew Zhou Zixun was that he had bestowed favor upon Zhou Zixun’s sister once a few years ago.
Although he didn’t even give his sister the status of a concubine, it was enough to make the Zhou family overjoyed!
After all, they’ve made connections with the family from the Moon Soul Domain!
Zhou Zixun had become increasingly arrogant from that point on.
Zhan You glanced at Zhou Zixun and said, "I heard that someone stepped on you?"
Zhou Zixun’s face changed, but he nodded.
Zhan You said playfully, "Who is that person, have they come to this marriage competition?"
Upon hearing this, Zhou Zixun was overjoyed; did Young Master You set his sights on that kid?
Immediately, his gaze swept through the great hall, quickly finding Ye Chen in the corner. Zhou Zixun’s eyes filled with extremely resentful light, almost gnashing his teeth as he pointed at Ye Chen and said, "It’s that kid, Young Master You!"
Zhou Zixun stared at Ye Chen, revealing a cold smile.
Ha ha, boy, aren’t you cocky? Now that Young Master You has set his sights on you, no matter how strong your background is, it’s useless!
Zhan You glanced at Ye Chen, his eyes showing a slight smile.
Is it really the Heavenly God Realm?
Even though Ye Chen defeated two geniuses from the sixth layer of the Holy Ancestor Realm, crushing them completely, the martial arts of the Moon Soul Domain are one whole level higher than that of the Star Swirl Domain. In Zhan You’s view, it’s just that the Holy Ancestor Realm martial artists of the Star Swirl Domain were too weak—that’s all—which doesn’t say much.
Just at this moment, a woman dressed in a white robe appeared in the great hall, accompanied by several men and women.
The woman looked about thirty years old, with a somewhat cold temperament and relatively beautiful appearance, but faintly showing signs of age.
Obviously, even by the lifespans of martial artists, this woman was very old; she was simply using some special means to preserve her appearance.
This woman was named Song Ziqing, the Divine Master of Refining God Peak! A few years ago, during a secret realm expedition, her level of cultivation fell to the eighth-level Daoyuan realm!
The realms after the Holy Ancestor Realm have huge differences at each level!
Although the seventh-level and eighth-level are just a minor realm!
Many cultivators take a full ten thousand years to cross it!
Some people cannot cross it in a lifetime!
Moreover, due to differences in spiritual energy and gravity, the Holy Ancestor Realm of Divine Kingdom and the Outer Realm have significant power differences even at the same realm!
Besides Song Ziqing, there were two men and two women; they were all elders of Refining God Peak.
Refining God Peak held some renown in the surrounding area, so these people were definitely not weaklings!
The sage-like old man Zhou Hong, elder Li Changxin, third elder Chen Ying, fourth elder Xu Xiaofang, were all equally matched strong individuals!
Among several individuals, there was also a stunningly beautiful woman whose eyes were dazed, as if she was a walking corpse, being led into the great hall!
That woman was naturally Jin Shuhui!
Even though Jin Shuhui’s current state was abnormal, everyone was still shocked by her appearance!
Even Zhan You, who had previously shown indifference, brightened his eyes!
With Zhan You’s status, he could play with any woman he wanted!
However, his standards were extremely high; there were very few women who could truly catch his eye!
But now, Zhan You took a liking to Jin Shuhui!
In the Star Swirl Domain, the woman Zhan You fancied, he could definitely obtain.
Song Ziqing smiled and said, "Ladies and gentlemen, being the geniuses of the Star Swirl Domain, with unlimited potential, you have now come to our Refining God Peak for Shuhui. As the Divine Master of Refining God Peak, I feel honored. Well, without further ado, the marriage competition officially begins now!"
"You all know the rules of the competition; the person who offers the most betrothal gifts can obtain Shuhui and become in-laws with our Refining God Peak. Any gentlemen interested?"
As soon as these words came out, the great hall instantly boiled over; every talented disciple’s face showed excitement, obviously filled with anticipation to marry the beauty, not to mention the Heavenly Spirit Spiritual Power as the dowry, right?