vstars Chapter 492 Joint Mission
Chapter 492 Joint Mission
"May I ask your name, young man?" Jin Yuhua suddenly asked him.
Shen Xu closed his eyes lightly, as if he hadn't heard those words. He came here to cause trouble, not to make friends, so naturally he had to be a little arrogant.
Seeing Shen Xu's performance, Jin Yuhua smiled awkwardly, but she was a woman who had seen a lot, and she quickly composed herself and sat up straight to wait for the delegation to arrive.
"My name is Ni Chang, what's your name?" A beautiful woman dressed in gorgeous clothes asked softly with a charming smile from behind Jin Yuhua.
"My name is Shen Hansan." The beautiful woman introduced herself, and it would be impolite for him not to answer.
"Brother Shen, you are really amazing!"
Ni Chang admires the most formidable geniuses. After this matter is settled, I wonder if I could invite Brother Shen to visit me.
Everyone says Ni Chang's sword dance is beautiful! I'll only dance for Brother Shen, okay?" Ni Chang said shyly in a low voice.
But given the power of those present, it's no different from speaking into their ears.
"Is that okay?" Shen Xu asked, somewhat surprised.
"Of course, as long as Brother Shen is willing..."
"Aunt Hua, is this the courtesan of Zuixianju that you trained? It seems she's just a little girl who doesn't know any manners!" Ji Ling Shuang said coldly.
"Ni Chang, be quiet." Jin Yuhua smiled. It seemed that Ji Ling Shuang's relationship with the young man behind her was not as close as she had thought.
"Yes, Master." After bowing and apologizing to everyone, Ni Chang fell silent.
Li Linghui's gaze was always fixed on him, which made him feel somewhat uncomfortable.
Seeing Li Linghui suddenly turn and leave, Yuepo followed her with some concern.
At a window of Zuixianju, Yuepo approached Li Linghui, who was gazing at the outside world, and asked, "Sister, do you know him?"
"Sister, you're joking. How could I possibly have anything to do with such an important person?" Li Linghui said softly.
Seeing Li Linghui's state, Yuepo didn't press further and instead said, "He came to see me a couple of days ago, but he left somewhat disappointed after seeing me."
At first I was a little confused, but now I understand why he was disappointed.
"Why?" Li Linghui asked.
"Because he met you, sister, first, he wanted to meet me, but when he found that I was far inferior to you, he was naturally disappointed."
The older sister was blinded by her own involvement; he had observed everyone else, but he dared not look her in the eye, which showed that in his eyes she was the most special one.
Yuepo really admires her sister's vision and courage!
Moreover, he's here to help Ji Ling Shuang, which will likely offend many powerful figures. Getting involved with you at this time would only bring trouble for you, wouldn't it?
……
At noon, when the sun rises above the head of the goddess statue on Huashen Mountain, it illuminates the white jade statue as if a deity has descended.
As the atmosphere grew increasingly oppressive, everyone became restless and began to look up at the sky, hoping to find some clue.
Shen Xu couldn't help but sigh, these people were too arrogant, they had been waiting for more than an hour.
Just when everyone was wondering how much longer they would have to wait.
Suddenly, an invisible, chilling pressure enveloped the entire core area of the Jade Belt River!
A fiery red cloud spread rapidly, accompanied by scorching heat waves.
Amidst the clouds, a colossal crimson flying ship, shaped like a vermilion bird spreading its wings, soared through the sky!
Several people stood at the bow of the boat, all dressed in the iconic blue-gold robes of the Crimson Origin Sect. The leader was an old man with a dignified face and an aura as fiery as a furnace—the Great Elder of the Crimson Origin Sect, Master Yanyang!
His eyes swept across the river, his gaze carrying a scrutinizing and unquestionable authority.
At the same time, a sharp and unparalleled cyan sword light tore through the sky!
Following the sword light was a jade sword boat, its entire body forged from jade, with a simple yet sharp design.
The people on the boat all possessed a sharp aura and extraordinary temperament.
The leader was a middle-aged sword cultivator with a cold face and eyes as cold as a deep pool—Lu Qingfeng, the special envoy of the Four Directions Sword Alliance!
His arrival signifies the arrival of the will of the Four Directions Sword Alliance, and also draws countless speculative glances regarding whether "Lord Aoki," who hails from this place, will be present in person.
Meanwhile, in the direction of Huashen Mountain, the gate of the Hundred Flowers Alliance headquarters suddenly burst open.
A group of cultivators, dressed in elaborate costumes adorned with floral patterns and exuding a composed aura, filed out.
Leading the group was the current leader of the Hundred Flowers Alliance, a middle-aged cultivator who appeared gentle and refined, but whose eyes were as deep as an abyss.
Behind him were several powerful elders, as well as representatives from the four ancient families—these people wore ancient clothing, but the subtle fluctuations and calm demeanor emanating from them made them not to be underestimated.
The three forces converged over the Jade Belt River.
The Crimson Flame Flying Boat spewed out raging flames, condensing into a burning staircase in the air! The Azure Jade Sword Boat spread out a beam of azure light, transforming into a staircase of azure jade light, leading directly to the deck of the Drunken Immortal Abode.
The leader of the Hundred Flowers Alliance smiled slightly, waved his sleeve, and countless petals appeared out of thin air, converging into a fragrant rainbow bridge of petals!
Led by their leader, the representatives from the three parties stepped onto the luminous jade staircase. With steady steps, they walked from the air to the Drunken Immortal Abode at the end of the staircase.
With each step they took, the oppressive aura emanating from everyone merged, eventually coalescing into a breathtaking and overwhelming force that enveloped the entire area!
At that moment, the bustling noise on both sides of the Jade Belt River vanished instantly!
Everyone held their breath, gazing up at the scene in the sky that seemed like a god descending to earth.
The bustling heart of Hundred Flowers City fell into a brief silence.
Shen Xu had already followed the group that came out to greet him to the deck. Looking at the strange phenomenon in the sky, he couldn't help but marvel at how elaborate the special effects were for their entrance.
However, the effect was equally remarkable. Looking at the silent crowds on both sides of the river, their eyes filled with awe, and the boat owner and envoy beside him, their eyes filled with reverence,
Shen Xu felt that prestige was still very important.
However, he seems to know quite a few people here at the Four Directions Sword Alliance!
The leader of the Hundred Flowers Alliance led everyone onto the deck first, and then led everyone to bow and say, "Welcome, esteemed envoys, to Hundred Flowers City."
"No need for formalities." A booming voice rang out over the Jade Belt River.
Subsequently, many members of the judging panel landed on Zuixianju and carefully examined the surrounding scenery.
"I never expected that it would be Elder Jiang himself who came. Hundred Flowers City is truly flattered." Jiang Tao bowed respectfully to the old man before him.
"Alliance Leader Jiang, you're too kind. The Hundred Flowers Ceremony is one of the few grand events within the territory of the Crimson Origin Sect, and the Crimson Origin Sect attaches great importance to it. Besides, it's a good thing for an old man like me to get some exercise." The old man's attitude was very amiable.
"Let me introduce you. This is Elder Lü of the Sword Alliance. Although he is not old, he is already a pillar of the Sword Alliance."
Moreover, he's a swordsman; even I might not be his match.
"Greetings, Elder Lü." Jiang Tao immediately greeted the middle-aged man in front of him.
The middle-aged man nodded.
Jiang Tao wasn't surprised to see this. Unlike the Crimson Origin Sect, the Four Directions Sword Alliance was too far away from them, and the sword cultivators there all had rather eccentric temperaments.
"I have something I'd like to ask Elder Lü. Lord Qingmu said he was coming to Hundred Flowers City to attend the ceremony, but he hasn't shown up yet. I wonder if Lord Qingmu has been delayed by something?"
Upon hearing this, the middle-aged man's expression changed slightly, but he still replied, "Lord Aoki's affairs are not for you to inquire about."
"I'm sorry, I was being presumptuous."
"Everyone has been waiting for a long time, and finally the envoys announced the start of the competition," Jiang Tao requested.
"Fellow Daoist Lü, please!" Venerable Yanyang said to Lü Qingfeng with a smile.
"Baihua City is the territory of the Chiyuan Sect. The Sword Alliance has a rule that it cannot interfere in the affairs of other sects. I hope Elder Song will not make things difficult for me."
"Haha... Alright then! Since Lord Aoki isn't here and Fellow Daoist Lü is unwilling, then I'll have to do it myself."
After saying that, he led everyone to the boat of Zuixianju.
The Crimson Origin Sect is in the center, the Four Directions Sword Alliance is on the left, and the Hundred Flowers Alliance and representatives of the four major families are on the right. Behind them are numerous boat owners and fragrant envoys.
Master Yanyang's gaze swept across the entire area like lightning, and his deep, resonant voice, like a great bell, instantly echoed throughout every corner of the Jade Belt River:
"The auspicious time has arrived! The flower boat rating is officially underway!"
The moment the words fell.
On the ten flower boats, the musicians, who had been waiting in the wings, played the first solemn and beautiful movement!
Countless magical arrays lit up on the hulls of the various pleasure boats, ready to display their unique skills!
The crowd on the shore erupted in deafening cheers!
The calm waters of the Jade Belt River seemed to sense this overwhelming momentum and began to ripple slightly!
The tranquility of the day was completely shattered!
Like a long-dormant volcano suddenly ignited!
The once-a-decade Hundred Flowers Festival, the competition for rankings, officially begins its magnificent yet cruel prelude at this moment of grand arrival!