Chapter 31: Entering the City in Grand Fashion
Translator: Krukist
"A mere trash sect like the Heaven Heart Sect isn't worthy of you staying, Xin'er. Let's just rebel against it!" A domineering, feminine voice echoed from within the white-robed woman.
"Master, with your strength, you could indeed help me rebel against the Heaven Heart Sect, but can you protect my entire family as well?" Li Tianxin gave a bitter smile, her voice filled with sorrow.
Her family was not powerful, just an ordinary one within the Heaven Heart Sect's domain. She knew their fate if she rebelled without needing to think twice. There were her parents in that family, her brothers and sisters... how could she bear it?
Hearing Li Tianxin's words, the voice within her fell silent. Though powerful, it was now just a wisp of a remnant soul, already exerting all its might to protect Li Tianxin alone. To safeguard her entire family would require unleashing all its power, after which it could no longer protect her.
Moreover, protecting a whole family for a moment was one thing; protecting it forever was another.
"If only there were a sect that feared neither the Radiant Sun Empire nor the Heaven Heart Sect, then you could leave the Heaven Heart Sect and join them. With your talent, no sect would refuse you." After a long silence, the voice from within Li Tianxin sighed.
Hearing this, Li Tianxin's expression darkened; she did not respond. How could such a thing happen?
Within the realms of the three great empires, though there were many formidable sects, the strongest were undeniably the three empires themselves. Even those so-called major sects had to pay heed to the empires.
Which sect would dare to defy an empire at the risk of annihilation?
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The next day, the cultivators of Divine Arrival City gathered in the inns, as was customary, discussing the prodigies who were to participate in the Demon Sealing Assembly.
"Look, what's that?" Suddenly, a cry of astonishment echoed through the street, drawing everyone's attention.
"Hiss!"
Upon seeing the colossal object in the distant sky, gasps of shock filled the air, leaving the cultivators wide-eyed and speechless.
There, in the sky above Divine Arrival City, appeared a gigantic flying ship adorned with a ferocious dragon's head, exuding an awe-inspiring aura that instilled fear in the hearts of all.
"What sect boasts such a magnificent flying vessel?"
"It... seems like it's called the Divine Immortal Sect?"
"Is there such a sect within our Radiant Sun Empire?"
"For such a ship to appear so brazenly, it must belong to one of the top sects within the empire, but none of the known top sects is named the Divine Immortal Sect!"
"Indeed, and to dare name themselves with the words 'Divine Immortal', they either must be unimaginably strong or simple fools!"
After the initial shock, the cultivators began to whisper among themselves, their voices filled with curiosity and doubt.
In one of the luxurious private rooms atop an inn, Li Tianxin sat across from a beautiful woman in a Taoist robe. The woman glanced at the flying ship in the sky with a look of disdain and scoffed, "A mere showy piece of junk, and these common folk are so easily impressed, how laughable."
The Taoist-robed woman, a Sovereign realm expert, could see through the facade of the dragon-headed ship, dismissing it as nothing special. This so-called Divine Immortal Sect didn't even have a real flying ship; it was just a sect trying to gain attention with a flashy entrance.
Unlike the woman's contempt, Li Tianxin's beautiful eyes were fixed on the dragon-shaped vessel, her gaze filled with an indescribable significance. For some reason, she felt this Divine Immortal Sect was not ordinary.
Normally, weaker sects would be cautious and low-key, fearing to provoke enemies, while stronger ones wouldn't need such ostentatious displays to command respect. Yet, this unheard-of Divine Immortal Sect dared to make such a grand entrance and use the name 'Divine Immortal' - their actions were inscrutable.
"Xin'er, this sect is not simple!" A slightly grave voice echoed from within Li Tianxin.
"Did Master perceive something?" Li Tianxin's delicate face moved slightly as she asked internally.
"I haven't. There's an extreme sharpness within that ship. I dare not probe further. Whoever possesses such sharpness must have an extraordinary perception; excessive probing might lead them to trace me back!"
Li Tianxin's body trembled at this revelation. Though she didn't know the full extent of the remnant soul's past glory within her, she knew that since it had awakened, no one had evaded its perception - not even the Profound Sovereign of the Heaven Heart Sect. Yet, now it dared not approach this flying ship of the Divine Immortal Sect.
Li Tianxin took another deep look at the dragon-shaped vessel, a sudden thought forming in her mind.
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"Che, it's not even a real flying ship, just a fancy shell. I thought which sect was so lavish to use a ship for the Demon Sealing Assembly!"
As time passed, more experts recognized the true nature of the vessel, spitting in contempt, their voices filled with scorn.
"Damn, a trash sect dares to be so arrogant, seeking death!"
"Exactly, without strength, they dare to be so high-profile. Aren't they afraid of being targeted by other major sects?"
"Absolutely laughable!"
As more and more cultivators saw through the façade, their attitudes shifted, expressing disdain for the so-called Divine Immortal Sect's bravado.
Just then, the floating ship vanished, and several figures appeared at the city gates.
Leading them was a handsome youth in a white robe with gold trims, his deep eyes compelling yet intimidating. However, what truly captivated the crowd was the stunning beauty beside him, whose beauty rivaled the five famed beauties of the Radiant Sun Empire, her mature allure evident in every curve.
"Didn't expect such a beauty from this so-called Divine Immortal Sect?"
"My heart skips a beat seeing her."
"You dare to look straight at such a beauty? I feel ashamed just with one glance, not daring to look more!"
The cultivators murmured, their voices filled with fervor. Even some Sovereign realm experts straightened their posture, cautious not to leave a bad impression on this enchanting woman.
"Unexpectedly, so many have come to welcome us to Divine Arrival City. We are truly humbled!" Wang Feng, looking at the countless heads on the city wall and the endless figures at the gate, sincerely remarked.
His words made Yin Hou and Mu Yunfei behind him twitch their mouths, their expressions turning awkward.
Shaking his head, Wang Feng didn't dwell on it and led his group into the city. This was his first time in a human city since descending into this world, and he looked around with curiosity.
The city bore the style of ancient times, with a broad avenue welcoming them, lined by tall pavilions. Stalls selling cultivation resources like pills and weapons dotted the street.
After some thought, Wang Feng led his group to an inn. As they entered, the atmosphere in the inn quieted down. The rowdy cultivators straightened up, their eyes occasionally darting towards the beauty by Wang Feng's side.
"Welcome to the Qin Yun Pavilion. May I ask what you require, honored guests?" A young servant quickly approached with a smile.
Upon sensing the servant's cultivation level, Wang Feng was taken aback. He looked around the Qin Yun Pavilion, surprised. He had wandered into an inn, and even the servant here was at the Spirit Awakening stage.
"Lodging!"
Though surprised, Wang Feng didn't delve deeper, decisively stating his need. With three days until the Demon Sealing Assembly, they would be staying in Divine Arrival City.
"One thousand lower-grade Profound Stones per room. How many rooms do you need?" The servant quickly responded. The Qin Yun Pavilion was known for its high prices, only hosting powerful members of major sects. He had thought this group was just putting on airs, but they seemed to have the means.
"How... how much?"
Wang Feng was shocked, his face filled with disbelief. One thousand lower-grade Profound Stones per room? Was this not a rip-off?
At that moment, Wang Feng only had a few hundred Profound Stones on him, courtesy of Mu Yunfei. He, the sect master of the Divine Immortal Sect, couldn't even afford a single room?
"One thousand lower-grade Profound Stones per room!" The servant repeated with a smile, showing no impatience, though he anticipated these guests might not stay after hearing the price.
The cultivators in the hall, seeing Wang Feng's shock, smirked disdainfully. They had thought this group was wealthy enough to afford such a room, but it turned out they were just naive newcomers.
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