375: Bring your sister to show off

Chapter 375: Showing Off with Shifu-jie

After leaving the Club, they continued to sightsee around Mechanical City.

During this time, the ‘signal’ from the Azure Tree King’s divine scroll imprint in Wu Xian’s Sea of Consciousness suddenly activated.

“Did you try to contact me, my young friend?” The Azure Tree King’s voice resonated in Wu Xian’s mind.

“Where did you go?” Wu Xian asked with a hint of resentment, “I couldn’t reach you at a critical moment, which made things very difficult for this Junior!”

“An accident, this was purely an accident,” the Azure Tree King apologized, “Did you encounter any problems on your end?”

“Not really.” Wu Xian briefly described the situation at the time.

The Azure Tree King chuckled, “That little rascal wasn’t in the Elf Realm then, and neither were the rest of us.”

“Where did you go?” Wu Xian couldn’t help but be curious, “Strange, aren’t you not supposed to leave your Dao Hall?”

“There were some anomalies in the Heavenly Domain, so we went to investigate,” the Azure Tree King explained, “We can’t go to other places, but we can go to the Heavenly Domain.”

Wu Xian pressed, “Heavenly Domain? What happened? Could it be that someone is about to achieve the Dao again?”

“It’s not that serious,” the Azure Tree King laughed, “It’s just some unexpected special circumstances.”

“How so?”

“Hmm…” The Azure Tree King pondered, “It seems there are still experts making trouble for the Upper Realm. Although it’s unclear how they managed it, it seems the Heavens have been deprived of some authority and power.”

Wu Xian was both surprised and doubtful, “There are still unknown experts?”

“It seems so,” the Azure Tree King said, “At least it’s not a bad thing.”

Wu Xian understood, then described the commotion in the Exotic Beast Realm and the matters at the Research Institute.

Although the Azure Tree King took it seriously, he couldn’t intervene casually and turned to discuss it with the other Three True Gods.

Wu Xian glanced at the time and returned to the Tang Family’s palace.

“Xiao Lingling, let’s go to a banquet together.”

He directly knocked on Shifu-jie’s door.

“A banquet?” Xue Lingling rose, puzzled.

“It’s a banquet organized by the Young Master of the Wanrong Chamber of Commerce. They say many young Prodigies from various major powers will be attending. It’s a good opportunity for us to see the world,” Wu Xian briefly explained.

However, Xue Lingling’s expression was complex, seemingly nervous and a little resistant. She grumbled, “What’s so good about going to such a place of fame and fortune?”

Wu Xian paused slightly, instantly understanding.

“Let’s go, stand tall!” Wu Xian resolutely took Shifu-jie’s small hand, “It’s a good chance to see what kind of gathering these Upper Realm Prodigies have.”

Although Shifu-jie was a top student at the Undead Dojo, she had been heavily ostracized and isolated there for many years.

The scions of various influential families also looked down on her, so she naturally didn’t like such occasions.

It was obvious that the young Shifu-jie must have suffered grievances and been angered at such events in the past.

For this very reason, this banquet today was truly a must-attend.

Looking down on my Xiao Lingling?

Today, I’ll show off a little, and one day in the future, I’ll make them unable to even aspire to her level.

“By the way, Xiao Lingling, what’s the usual routine for these gatherings of the Upper Realm’s younger generation?” Wu Xian asked as they walked.

“It’s a place of fame and fortune, so naturally it’s all about showing off and scheming against each other,” Xue Lingling pouted, “On the surface, everyone is harmonious, but secretly, the hierarchy is strict. People of one Rank only speak to people of their own Rank.”

“Understood,” Wu Xian realized, “A large-scale showing-off event.”

Xue Lingling was successfully amused.

“Can we fight?” Wu Xian asked curiously.

He might be a bit more restrained elsewhere, but on Sister Tiao’s turf, he was truly itching for some action.

“There usually won’t be open conflicts, but there are many indirect ways to compete and show off.”

While chatting, they arrived near the Wanrong Chamber of Commerce’s Club again.

From a distance, they could see all sorts of luxurious vehicles parked bumper to bumper.

Large vehicles are prohibited in Mechanical City, so these small, yet high-end and elegant vehicles became the best way to display one’s prestige and status.

In this regard, the Master and disciple had the bumblebee in charge, so they naturally weren’t afraid.

Moreover, our bumblebee was a gold scroll vehicle.

Sure enough, its appearance immediately attracted attention from all sides, and seeing unfamiliar faces, people couldn’t help but be curious.

Coincidentally, someone recognized Xue Lingling among them.

“Oh~ Isn’t this Junior Sister Xue?” A coquettish and affected female voice came, “I heard that Junior Sister went back to her hometown to develop after graduation. I didn’t expect to see you here.”

As soon as Wu Xian heard the slightly Yin and Yang tone, he knew it was time for action.

He turned his head and saw a mature woman in a wine-red dress walking gracefully in small high heels, accompanied by a male companion around thirty years old.

“Senior Sister Qin, long time no see.” Xue Lingling was outwardly polite, but a hint of disdain was clearly visible in her eyes, “Senior Brother Zhao is here too?”

“Mhm,” Senior Sister Qin intimately hugged Senior Brother Zhao’s arm, with a hint of showing off, “I’m now developing in Necropolis City with Brother Jun, and we’re getting engaged soon.”

“Congratulations~ Congratulations.” Xue Lingling said politely.

“Junior Sister Xue?” Senior Brother Zhao frowned slightly, then slapped his forehead, “Oh, right, right, I remember now, that little Junior Sister who lived next door to you before.”

Then, the two of them focused their gaze on Wu Xian, “This little brother is…?”

“My disciple and boyfriend,” Xue Lingling replied calmly.

The two were clearly stunned for a long time, almost bursting out laughing on the spot, but they maintained their composure.

“Ahem,” Senior Sister Qin instantly lost interest in Wu Xian and turned to lecture Xue Lingling, “Junior Sister, it’s not that I’m lecturing you, but you are a Scroll Master who graduated from the Undead Dojo after all.”

Xue Lingling smiled indifferently, silently putting her arm around Wu Xian’s arm.

“My good disciple is still very excellent.”

After speaking, she walked into the venue with Wu Xian’s arm in hers, quietly introducing him to the situation.

Senior Sister Qin was a typical woman who clung to power and influence. Her Scroll Master skills were decent, but unfortunately, she had no ambition.

Only that Senior Brother named Zhao Jun was an outstanding Junior from a collateral branch of the Zhao Family, and he held some weight within the entire Zhao Family.

After all, being able to attend Ma Tengyun’s banquet meant he had some capability and standing.

At the entrance, both sides presented their invitations.

However, when Zhao Jun saw Wu Xian’s invitation, his brows clearly furrowed, seemingly puzzled.

He couldn’t understand why this pretty boy’s invitation had a gold label.

Could it be that this pretty boy had an extraordinary background?

Then, they witnessed an unbelievable scene.

“Brother Wu, Chairman Xue, you’ve come too?” Bai Shiqi arrived late. Seeing the two, he quickly caught up to greet them, “Oh, right, look at my memory, it would be strange if you didn’t come.”

Wu Xian chuckled, “Brother Bai, when did you come to Mechanical City? Why didn’t you join us?”

“I returned to the Dengfeng Dojo half a month ago and have been here for two days already,” Bai Shiqi explained, “Speaking of which, the last Green Abyss expedition really annoyed us.

Hmph, now our Clubs have formed an alliance. From now on, we’ll specifically target you for special-grade expeditions! Are you scared or not?”

“Is it that serious?” Wu Xian asked, dumbfounded.

The two sides laughed and chatted, walking all the way into the venue.

Behind them, Senior Sister Qin and Zhao Jun were already too shocked to speak.

No wonder, that was Bai Shiqi!

He was a genuine direct descendant of an influential family. Usually, in such settings, he would be seated at the same table as his cousin, Zhao Qinghe.

“What’s going on?” Senior Sister Qin’s expression had already begun to contort, “That kid actually knows Bai Shiqi? Could he be the Young Master of some influential family from the Dengfeng Dojo? I’ve never heard of him!”