31: Chapter 31 Lord of the County Pavilion

As time passed, more and more guests arrived for the banquet.

Zhong Cheng's eldest Disciple, Yu Hao, felt deeply unsettled.

Recalling his own Foundation Establishment, only a few Cultivators had come to offer their congratulations; the scene had been quite desolate.

Now, just as True Disciple Chu's Foundation Establishment banquet was beginning, dozens of Late Stage Cultivators had already arrived. Such a scene was something he hadn't even dared to imagine before.

While Yu Hao was lost in his chaotic thoughts, another person walked into the jade ship's entrance.

"Whoosh—"

Before Yu Hao could recover, he saw the nearby Cultivators stand up, their expressions respectful.

He was stunned and hurriedly turned his head to look. He saw a man dressed in brocade robes, his body faintly radiating powerful mana, though it was quickly neutralized by the Formation inside the ship.

"It's a Golden Core Immortal Master!" After Yu Hao came to his senses, he hurriedly stood up and bowed, not daring to be even slightly negligent.

The Golden Core Immortal Master nodded at the crowd with a smile.

But when he saw Jiang Miaoyi in front, his expression changed slightly. He hurriedly stepped forward, bowed to Jiang Miaoyi, and spoke in a very respectful tone.

After the Golden Core Immortal Master sat down, Yu Hao dared to lift his head. Looking at the woman who was still keeping her eyes closed, he felt even more shocked.

Even a Golden Core Immortal Master had to bow to her; what exactly was her identity?

Following that, one Cultivator after another walked into the jade ship, and the number of times Yu Hao had to stand up and bow became more and more frequent.

His expression went from initial shock to gradual calm, and in the end, he even felt somewhat numb.

This made him understand even more clearly just how terrifying Chu Feng's status was.

By the time nearly eighty percent of the jade tables in the jade ship were filled, Yu Hao was completely numb, mechanically repeating the actions of standing up, bowing, and sitting down.

He couldn't help but glance at Zhong Cheng out of the corner of his eye. He saw his Revered Master's hands resting on his knees, but his fingertips were trembling slightly; clearly, he was even more nervous than Yu Hao.

Seeing this, Yu Hao chuckled inwardly: "So Revered Master hasn't seen such a grand scene either!"

Soon, the jade tables in the jade ship were almost full, with only a few left empty.

Yu Hao, Zhong Cheng, and the others secretly breathed a sigh of relief, thinking they wouldn't have to stand up and bow anymore.

But just then, a few more people walked in from outside the jade ship.

Leading them was a middle-aged man wearing green pine robes. His face was solemn and naturally imposing, and his body radiated extremely powerful mana. Just a sweep of his gaze made people feel immense pressure and evoke awe.

Behind him followed several people; although their Auras were slightly weaker, every one of them possessed profound mana, even stronger than the average Golden Core Immortal Master.

As soon as these people walked into the jade ship, everyone at the tables, whether they were Late Stage Cultivators or the distinguished Golden Core Immortal Masters, stood up together to bow, not daring to even breathe loudly.

"It's a Nascent Soul expert!"

Yu Hao's body trembled slightly, and his numb face once again revealed shock, his eyes filled with disbelief.

For a Foundation Establishment banquet, even a Nascent Soul expert had come in person; this was simply unprecedented!

Was this what it meant to be a True Disciple of Duobao Pavilion?

Just for a Foundation Establishment banquet, he could invite a Nascent Soul expert to come in person; such prestige was truly terrifying!

Who was this Nascent Soul Cultivator?

This was the Lord of the Nanshan Prefecture Pavilion of Duobao Pavilion.

With the arrival of the Lord of the Prefecture Pavilion, the entire jade ship became so quiet that one could hear a pin drop. Everyone held their breath, not daring to make a single sound.

Just at this moment, Chu Feng walked into the jade ship with a calm smile and steady steps.

Cheng Sanniang, Lin Youchu, Luo Xingyu, Bai Yafei, Secretary Han Jiangxue, and several other Dao Companions followed closely behind, dressed in beautiful attire. Each of them was graceful and charming, instantly attracting the attention of the entire room.

After taking their seats, the Dao Companions beside Chu Feng stiffened, their breathing unconsciously becoming lighter.

Looking up, the Cultivators at the banquet all had composed and dignified demeanors, with at least Foundation Establishment cultivation.

Even though they had deliberately restrained their spiritual power, the sense of oppression radiating from them still made one not dare to take them lightly.

The Dao Companions understood in their hearts that if their husband, Chu Feng, were not sitting here, just the Aura of the room full of high-level Cultivators would have made their legs weak and unable to stand, let alone sit steadily.

Unlike the tension of his Dao Companions, Chu Feng's expression was calm as his gaze slowly swept over everyone at the banquet.

He raised his hand to pick up the jade cup on the table, stood up slowly, and turned to bow respectfully to the Lord of the Prefecture Pavilion.

Then he turned to all the Cultivators and bowed again: "Fellow Daoists and Seniors, thank you for not minding and taking the time to attend my Foundation Establishment banquet. This cup of spirit wine is a toast to you all. Thank you for gracing me with your presence!"

After speaking, Chu Feng tilted his head back and downed the spirit wine in one gulp, his movements crisp and neat, revealing a sense of boldness.

Seeing this, the Dao Companions behind him also bowed together to the Cultivators in the room, their etiquette very thorough.

After the toast, Chu Feng and his Dao Companions sat down one after another.

Not long after.

Several Duobao Pavilion members wearing uniform attire walked over in an orderly fashion along the corridors on both sides, carrying various exquisite delicacies and placing them one by one on each table.

Just at this moment.

Immortal Master Hongyue stood up, a gentle smile on his face, and said in a clear voice: "Fellow Daoists, today is the Foundation Establishment banquet of our Duobao Pavilion True Disciple, Chu Feng. Everyone, please don't stand on ceremony; enjoy the spirit wine and delicacies to your heart's content!"

After speaking, Immortal Master Hongyue gently waved his robe sleeve.

Immediately, melodious string and wind music slowly began to play, gradually filling the jade ship.

At the same time.

The landscape paintings hanging around the jade ship seemed to come alive, slowly unfurling to present pleasant scenes of beautiful mountains, clear waters, birds singing, and fragrant flowers.

As the beautiful scenes unfolded one by one and the pleasant music lingered in their ears, the originally somewhat restrained atmosphere in the jade ship gradually became harmonious.

Many Cultivators let go of their previous restraint and began to converse in low voices. Some also took the initiative to stand up and toast each other, drinking while admiring the surrounding scenery, and the atmosphere became increasingly lively.

When the several well-known female Cultivators from Xiaoyao Tower walked out in their ornate clothing, prepared to perform a dance, the atmosphere in the jade ship became completely relaxed and lively.

Zhong Cheng and the other Guest Elders of Duobao Pavilion also took advantage of the harmonious atmosphere to stand up one after another, walk to Chu Feng's table, and take turns to offer toasts and congratulations.

Cheng Sanniang and the others watched their husband surrounded by the crowd, receiving recognition and congratulations from high-level Cultivators. Proud expressions appeared on their faces, and most of the tension in their hearts dissipated, leaving only overflowing pride.

Outside the jade ship.

Several rays of light converged and descended. After the light dissipated, Fairy Jiumiao slowly walked out.

She saw Immortal Master Hongyue at the door at a glance and hurriedly stepped forward, bowing gently and saying: "Jiumiao greets Immortal Master Hongyue."

Immortal Master Hongyue's expression was indifferent, and he nodded slightly in response: "Your Moon Wandering Milky Way is renowned in Hongyue City. You must perform well at today's banquet."

"Afterward, you may spend the time it takes to drink a cup of tea alone with True Disciple Chu."

Speaking of this.

Immortal Master Hongyue's tone sank, and he warned sternly: "True Disciple Chu has a distinguished status and an unlimited future. Do not harbor any inappropriate thoughts this time, lest you break Duobao Pavilion's rules and hinder your own future."

Fairy Jiumiao's heart tightened, and she hurriedly lowered her head to reply: "Please rest assured, Immortal Master Hongyue. Jiumiao would never dare to have any thoughts of overstepping boundaries. I truly just wish to make the acquaintance of True Disciple Chu; I have no other intentions."

"I hope you do as you say."

Immortal Master Hongyue waved his sleeve noncommittally. "Alright, follow me inside and wait."