64: The elders' pretentious start

White Heart's Child's heart stirred upon hearing this.

This Human Race Great Sage seems to know quite a bit about the Heavenly Demon Realm.

She said unhurriedly, "Why do you say that? Wasn't the chaos in that passage already resolved?"

Si Budao winked at White Heart's Child and transmitted, "Fellow Daoist, are you truly foolish or just pretending? If you can produce a tael or two of Wu Dao Tea, you must be at least a Great Sage. I don't believe you haven't secretly snuck into the world on the other side to take a look out of curiosity."

"Compared to that world, the Xuan Realm is just an unknown Small World."

"The Xuan Realm used to be fine, not because the Demon Subduing Magic Array could suppress it, but simply because there were too many worlds connected on that side. The worlds blocked by the array were not worth the effort for those tribes to break through in their eyes."

"The resources in the world on the opposite side far exceed our imagination. Instead of finding a gap to enter the Xuan Realm, they prioritize exploring those worlds that can be entered directly."

"This is why our Xuan Realm has been able to exist until now."

"But now, all seventy-seven arrays are gone overnight. The Xuan Realm simply doesn't have the resources to rebuild seventy-seven arrays. Demons could return at any time."

"The Xuan Emperor could only act once; that was her limit!"

"After that Heavenly Emperor Sword was unleashed, I searched everywhere in the Xuan Realm afterwards, but after this sword strike, there was no longer any Qi."

"This is not right."

"The Xuan Emperor is someone who cares for the world and loves to accumulate Karma. If she were to act, she would surely see it through and completely resolve the hidden danger of the passage."

"But she hasn't appeared until now, do you understand? The other world is too powerful; she has most likely already given up on the Xuan Realm."

"If we don't run now, it's over, everything is completely over!"

Si Budao directly stated his true purpose: he wanted to pull her into his group.

She came out of the Tianwu Small Realm and had been keeping a low profile, heading straight for Chongxuan Pavilion, without deliberately checking on the status of the Xuan Realm's Demon Subduing Magic Array.

Now, hearing Si Budao say this, she was still a bit confused.

Si Budao's words, coupled with the surrounding discussions that frequently mentioned the Heavenly Emperor Sword and the complete eradication of demons, etc.

At this point, White Heart's Child had basically figured out what had happened.

Her heart was extremely shocked. She hadn't expected such a powerful individual to have been born in the Xuan Realm, daring to act under the Martial Emperor's nose and temporarily resolve the passage crisis!

White Heart's Child strongly agreed with his statement.

She even knew something more terrifying: in the Heavenly Demon Realm, those tribes were actually not a big concern; the most terrifying one was still the Martial Emperor.

Once the Martial Emperor appeared, everything would turn to dust.

However, there was one point where her judgment differed from Si Budao's.

This Xuan Emperor was most likely in dire straits at this time, having been killed by the Martial Emperor.

If the person was gone, naturally, she couldn't continue to protect the Xuan Realm.

Seeing White Heart's Child's peach blossom eyes flickering, showing a look of shock.

Si Budao smiled and nodded, "So, Fellow Daoist, do you understand? Do you want us to form a group and run away together? I've already connected with several Fellow Daoists. When the time comes, we can find a Small World and establish our own sect. Wouldn't that be wonderful?"

White Heart's Child, however, didn't answer directly, instead asking, "Then why did you look for Fellow Daoist Chu?"

Si Budao smiled faintly, "Naturally, it's for the same purpose as you. I've seen the image of Fellow Daoist Chu's actions. He's only slightly inferior to me, but his spirit and Qi show that he's very young and has abundant Lifespan."

"When we form a group to strive in other worlds, we definitely won't go to those Small Worlds. We need to find a world that's not inferior to the Xuan Realm. If our strength isn't enough then, we'll be severely beaten. Fellow Daoist Chu is a very suitable partner."

White Heart's Child nodded involuntarily upon hearing this.

This arrogant, narcissistic, and domineering man, though conceited, was indeed very strong!

Even in the Heavenly Demon Realm, he would be considered a Prodigy capable of competing among the top ten of his generation.

She was skeptical of Si Budao's words.

She believed that based on Chu Feng's two methods of finding her, and his immense hidden power, he must be stronger than Si Budao, who even scammed younger generations for three qian of Wu Dao Tea!

Rumble!

Just as the two were conversing, a rumble came from the cloud platform below.

Between heaven and earth, accompanied by a muffled sound, endless immortal flowers, wondrous lights, divine phoenixes, and auspicious omens transformed into light and shadow, drifting in the Void Realm.

From above the Nine Heavens, immortal music also resounded, shaking the Nine Heavens.

"The auspicious time is approaching. Your esteemed presence, having traveled so far, graces us with splendor."

"Chongxuan Pavilion thanks all Fellow Daoists."

Elder Jiang, in his festive robes, looking like an immortal, bowed to everyone present.

His heart was pounding like a drum!

Every cell in his body was shouting:

Quick! Quickly expose it!

Our Chongxuan Pavilion's Chu Saint is the most awesome!

Heavenly Emperor Sword, come forth!

Everyone, stand up!!

Roar, roar, roar!!!

No, no, we have to follow the procedure!

We need to set the mood for these guys first, so they don't get so excited they pee themselves later.

Elder Jiang forcibly suppressed his excited emotions, took out a dark-colored scroll covered densely with Xuan Realm characters, stared intently at the scroll, cleared his throat, and continued, "At this grand event, witnessed by heaven and earth, the Xuan Realm's people..."

A long, continuous speech was about to begin, just as the Xuan Realm powerhouses above started to yawn.

"Don't bother with all that fancy stuff."

"Everyone here is my, Chu Feng's, guest. Everyone, eat and drink well."

Suddenly, a faint voice drifted down from the sky.

All the Xuan Realm powerhouses present instantly perked up!

Clap, clap, clap, clap, clap, clap!!!

Immediately, a thunderous applause erupted from all directions!

"Pfft."

White Heart's Child, hearing this, couldn't help but cover her small mouth with her jade hand and let out a light laugh.

Elder Jiang's expression was a bit awkward. He opened his mouth and exchanged glances with the other Elders who also held densely written speeches. They couldn't help but smile wryly. Chu Heavenly Emperor truly didn't follow the usual path.

Their Elder group had spent days writing these speeches, meticulously crafted, citing classics, from the ancient sages of the Xuan Realm to the essence of harmony among the various families of the current Xuan Realm. They believed their words were heartfelt and moved heaven and earth.

When they were proofreading, looking at those profound and thought-provoking words, they were moved to tears!

They were convinced that the guests, after hearing their declarations, would be deeply touched!

The tall and glorious image of Chu Heavenly Emperor, who saved the Xuan Realm, depended entirely on these flattering words!

But plans couldn't keep up with changes!

It had just begun, and they hadn't expected Chu Heavenly Emperor to be so simple and unadorned. A single phrase, "eat and drink well," directly stunned him and the Elder group!

They all stood frozen in place.

But, but if they didn't finish praising him, how could they highlight his magnificent image of saving the beings of the Xuan Realm??

This was the most important part of their plan to show off!

The opening move for showing off hadn't even begun, and the chanting was interrupted!

How could they play now?

How could they proceed?

The Elder group looked at Elder Jiang. Elder Jiang smiled wryly and waved his hand, "Do as Chu Heavenly Emperor instructed."

"We still have to wait a bit for the auspicious time. First, serve our distinguished guests some food and drinks and entertain them well."

The Elders nodded and promptly instructed the Chongxuan Pavilion Disciples to get busy.

Soon, various exquisitely prepared, visually appealing, fragrant, and delicious dishes were served onto the cloud platform tables of the guests.

Besides the delicacies, in front of each guest was also a tea bowl covered with a black sand lid made of mysterious material.

"This guy, sometimes he really is quite interesting."

White Heart's Child recalled Chu Feng's casual voice from earlier, her red lips lightly pursed, and she smiled sweetly.

She reached her delicate hand towards the table, casually picked up the tea bowl in front of her, and gently lifted the lid, creating a small gap. A strange aroma wafted from the gap to her nostrils, and her peach blossom eyes suddenly widened, as if struck by five bolts of lightning.