vstars Chapter 491 The Drunken Immortal Boat
Chapter 491 The Drunken Immortal Boat
While each of the ten flower boats has its own unique characteristics, if we're talking about the most luxurious and enormous flower boat, would anyone object to Zuixianju saying it's number one?
At night, Zuixianju is ablaze with lights, while during the day it is a magnificent sight.
The entire ship, covered in red gold wood, reflected the dazzling light of the midday sun without reservation, making the hull appear as if it were cast from molten gold.
The auspicious beasts carved on the eaves and brackets are lifelike, with huge fire-attribute spirit stones embedded in their eyes, emitting a blazing red light, looking down at the river as if they were alive.
The glazed tile roof gleamed in the sunlight, and the hull of the boat was entwined with blooming sunflowers, their inlaid gold crystals reflecting a dazzling golden light in the sunlight.
Following Ji Ling Shuang, Shen Xu entered the flower boat, which combined all the luxury of Baihua City, for the first time.
From the gangway to the main hall's entrance, a wide floral carpet, several meters in length, was laid out, woven from countless petals of golden sunflowers and crimson datura.
The petals steamed in the sunlight, releasing a fragrant aroma that made one unconsciously immerse themselves in it.
Shen Xu looked at the red flowers beside him. He could detect a hallucinogenic scent in the fragrance of these flowers.
On both sides of the ship's decks, guards dressed in sleek, gold-colored uniforms, exuding a fierce and imposing aura, stood at attention like javelins, evenly spaced, their eyes sharp as lightning, radiating a chilling aura that kept strangers at bay.
The halberds in their hands gleamed coldly in the sunlight, and each of them possessed a cultivation level no lower than the Qi Sea Realm.
On the mainmast at the bow, a huge banner depicting the Red Yuan School's emblem fluttered in the wind, while the Drunken Immortal Residence's own golden sun flower banners surrounded it, seemingly proclaiming the unquestionable authority of the owner of this place.
Shen Xu's heart stirred. Although Qing Yun had obtained the title, the influence of the Chi Yuan Sect in Baihua City could not be eliminated overnight.
Moreover, this display of force made Shen Xu feel uneasy. Was it too much to ask for trouble to snatch the woman of the eldest son of the Chiyuan Sect on Chiyuan Sect's territory, especially since Qingyun had not yet arrived in Baihua City?
But since he was already there, he had no choice but to grit his teeth and keep going.
After walking across the flower carpet and through the crimson-gold gate with the huge plaque inscribed with "Drunken Immortals Enjoying Themselves," a wave of heat mixed with numerous spiritual wines and precious spices rushed towards you!
Two teams of beautiful and graceful envoys, dressed in almost transparent crimson-gold gauze, were kneeling on either side of the front hall to welcome guests.
Their posture was graceful, their eyes were downcast, and their smiles were impeccable.
Seeing this, Shen Xu frowned.
Although he had seen too many similar scenes in his previous life, he still couldn't help but recall what he had learned on Earth.
But even things like this on Earth are unavoidable, let alone in this world.
At this moment, the front hall was not empty.
Led by a female cultivator at the Yuan Dan level dressed in a dress embroidered with golden sunflowers, the other nine boat owners from the ten flower boats, along with the top Xuan Yun Envoys from their respective boats who were most likely to compete for the title of "Daughter of a Hundred Flowers," were already waiting here!
Regardless of their inner thoughts, they all wore respectful smiles and adopted humble postures at this moment.
Their attire varied, but all were extremely luxurious, representing the style of their respective pleasure boats. However, under the oppressive aura of pure "golden and jade" from Zuixianju, their imposing presence seemed somewhat diminished.
But the courtesan behind them seemed completely unaffected by this invisible pressure.
The moon's cool purity, the rainbow's heroic spirit, the melodious sound, the shadow's mystery... all are revealed without a doubt.
They were dressed in gorgeous yet distinctive dresses, like a hundred flowers in full bloom, yet they stood respectfully half a step behind their boat owner.
An invisible competition and scrutiny filled the air. Their gazes, whether calm, curious, or surprised, were all focused on Ji Ling Shuang, who had just stepped into the front hall.
At that moment, Li Linghui, who was standing behind a woman in white, saw the young man standing behind Ji Ling Shuang and her expression turned somewhat gloomy.
"Miss Ji, you've really kept us waiting!" The woman in the lead smiled as she approached Ji Ling Shuang.
Shen Xu stepped forward to block Ji Ling Shuang, which caused the woman's expression to change slightly.
"who are you?"
“I am a guard arranged by the owner of Guiyun Pavilion for Miss Ji. I am ordered to stop anyone who tries to approach Miss Ji without permission. Madam, you have overstepped your bounds.”
"Nonsense! The Master of Guiyunfang is long gone."
“I am a guard that the old boat owner arranged a long time ago. Miss Ji can testify for me.”
“Aunt Hua, what he said is true. Our ancestor did indeed arrange for Young Master Shen to protect me.” Ji Ling Shuang could not hide the disgust in her eyes for the woman.
"Where did this brat come from, trying to protect you!" The woman sneered, and the pressure unique to the Yuan Dan realm instantly pressed down on Shen Xu.
Shen Xu immediately assumed a sword stance, coldly staring at the woman in front of him. His golden-red pupils gradually dissolved into liquid golden-red vortexes, and golden Dao patterns continuously flowed in the whites of his eyes.
A chilling pressure emanated from Shen Xu and spread throughout the entire front hall. Everyone felt this deadly aura and looked at the still standing youth with shock.
Jin Yuhua felt a chill run down her spine and hurriedly withdrew her aura of power from the young man in front of her, as she had a feeling that she would die at his hands.
"Miss Ji, would you be willing to let her get close to you?" Shen Xu sheathed his sword and asked Ji Ling Shuang behind him in a calm tone.
Ji Ling Shuang stared blankly at the tall figure blocking her way. She hadn't expected this person to be so reliable and to have such outrageous strength.
Only now did she believe that her ancestor had not lied to her at all, and that this person might very well save her from dire straits.
Thinking of this, a weight lifted from her heart, and she replied with a smile, "Aunt Hua is my elder, don't stop her."
"Hmm!" Shen Xu took a half step back behind Ji Ling Shuang.
"It feels so good to show off. No wonder everyone wants to do it," Shen Xu couldn't help but think to himself.
When Jin Yuhua saw the young man behind Ji Ling Shuang, whose expression remained completely calm, her heart was filled with solemnity. She knew the old man's abilities and what it meant for someone of that age to possess such strength.
The marriage between Baihua City and Chiyuan Sect may not be as easy as they imagined.
"Old man, even in death you're causing me trouble! Where did you find such a brilliant genius?"
Although Jin Yuhua was filled with resentment, she did not believe that the young man could reverse the situation on his own, and neither the Crimson Origin Sect nor the Hundred Flowers Alliance would allow such a thing to happen.
Looking at Ji Ling Shuang in front of her, Li Ling Hui felt a burning jealousy in her heart.
"Ling Shuang, it's good that you're here."
So many elders of the Chiyuan Sect, and Young Master Song, have specifically requested to see you. If you don't come, they'll definitely blame us again.
"And your parents haven't seen you in a long time; they miss you very much." Jin Yuhua smiled kindly.
Ji Ling Shuang knew that Jin Yu Hua was using the Chi Yuan Sect and her family to pressure her into behaving herself, but this was destined to be impossible!
“Aunt Hua, I know what to do.” Ji Ling Shuang sneered.
As Ji Ling Shuang sat down next to Jin Yu Hua, Shen Xu also stood behind Ji Ling Shuang, his probing gaze sweeping over the owners and top courtesans of the various pleasure boats.
Upon noticing his gaze, everyone responded with polite smiles, and some even returned a seductive smile.
Of course, he also saw the look in Li Linghui's eyes that wanted him to give her an explanation, but he ignored it.
On the one hand, he didn't want to see Li Linghui, and on the other hand, he didn't want her to get involved in this matter, since what he was going to do next was very dangerous.
Li Linghui cannot be allowed to get into trouble. The one who tied the knot must untie it; sooner or later, the problem he has to be solved by Li Linghui.