462: Top Ten Power Ranking Battle

The banquet proceeded smoothly, and these so-called young Prodigies were all busy flattering one another.

Yang Lingchen sat there and started eating immediately. The dishes at this banquet were all top-tier medicinal cuisine and Yao Beast meat, which were very hard to come by outside.

"Have you never eaten before!"

Zhou Ruobing said with annoyance. A moment ago, she had thought he was somewhat handsome, but in the blink of an eye, he had turned into something resembling a reincarnated starving ghost.

"These are top-tier medicinal cuisine; it would be a shame not to eat more." Yang Lingchen gave a sheepish smile.

His strength was still too weak right now. If his cultivation level increased, he would be able to hunt many top-tier Yao Beasts himself. By then, the medicinal cuisine he made would definitely be even better than what was at the banquet.

"Later, I will have someone send over some top-tier Yao Beasts and Spirit Medicine. How about you make it yourself then? I would rather eat what you make."

Ever since she ate the food Yang Lingchen made, Zhou Ruobing could no longer muster any interest in other dishes.

"No problem. As long as Your Highness wants to eat it, I can make it for you at any time." Yang Lingchen said while eating.

"That's what you said!" Zhou Ruobing smiled faintly.

"Of course."

Yang Lingchen wiped his mouth, looking completely satisfied after the meal.

"Let's go! This banquet is boring." After saying this, Zhou Ruobing turned and walked outside.

Seeing this, Yang Lingchen hurriedly followed. He had seen enough of the Great Zhou Sacred Dynasty's Geniuses; there was no point in staying any longer.

However, Yang Lingchen did not come to today's banquet in vain. At the very least, he now had a rough understanding of the Geniuses of the Great Zhou Sacred Dynasty.

And since the Great Zhou Sacred Dynasty was a super faction in the Eastern Province, understanding the strength of the Geniuses of the Great Zhou Sacred Dynasty was equivalent to understanding the strength of the younger generation of Geniuses throughout the entire Eastern Province.

"Brother, that brat is named Yang Lingchen. He is from Wentian Palace and was brought back from outside by the Ninth Princess."

Seeing that Zhou Ruobing had walked far away, Ye Chen hurriedly revealed Yang Lingchen's background.

"Was your leg broken by him last time?"

Ye Juehen's tone was calm, but a cold, sinister murderous intent flashed in his eyes.

"Yes. This brat's strength is a bit strange, and I only fell for his tricks because I wasn't careful."

Whenever Yang Lingchen was mentioned, cold murderous intent would arise in Ye Chen's eyes. He had never suffered such a great loss in all these years, and since the other party was a member of the Princesss Mansion, he couldn't find an opportunity to take revenge.

"Have people watch the entrance of the Princesss Mansion. As long as this brat dares to leave, he can forget about ever returning for the rest of his life." Ye Juehen's voice was extremely cold, carrying a bone-chilling intent.

"Don't worry, Big Brother. I will arrange to watch him when I go back." Ye Chen nodded. He was completely obedient to his older brother.

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Ninth Princesss Mansion.

"During this period, you had better not leave freely, otherwise there is a high possibility of danger." Zhou Ruobing raised her eyebrows slightly.

She was very well aware of Ye Juehen's character.

Over the years, anyone who tried to pursue her would be suppressed by Ye Juehen. It was fine if they had status and position, but if they were people without status or background, they would simply disappear from this world inexplicably.

"Danger?" Yang Lingchen frowned and said, "Are you saying that Ye Juehen will make a move against me?"

"Correct. This person is ruthless and has exceptional talent. The Ye Family can be considered a major Family in the Great Zhou Sacred Dynasty and is deeply trusted by my Imperial Father."

Zhou Ruobing's tone was slightly grave. "If we are talking solely about talent and Combat Power, even if I were to face him, I would undoubtedly lose. So, you must be extremely careful of this person."

"He's that ruthless?" Yang Lingchen's expression turned slightly grave. "If I had known, I wouldn't have provoked him."

"What? Are you afraid of him?" A charming smile curled on Zhou Ruobing's beautiful face.

"I'm not afraid, just annoyed that I offended such a ruthless person for no reason." Yang Lingchen said candidly, "Your Highness, should I just quietly run away?"

He was never afraid of offending people, but that was on the condition that there was some benefit to it. Being treated with hostility for no reason like this really annoyed him.

"If you want any benefits, just say it." Zhou Ruobing pursed her lips slightly.

"I was originally just your guard, right?" Yang Lingchen looked at Zhou Ruobing with a smile.

"Correct." Zhou Ruobing nodded and smiled, saying, "What do you want to say?"

"Just now you deliberately told others that I am your friend. Isn't that obviously drawing hatred towards me? Otherwise, how could that Ye Juehen possibly be hostile toward me? Don't you agree?" Yang Lingchen asked instead of answering.

"Correct, I was indeed lacking in consideration on that point." Zhou Ruobing said in a deep voice, "However, as long as you continue to act as a shield for me, if you want any benefits, just ask."

"What if I want... you?" Yang Lingchen's eyes were burning with heat, revealing a hint of provocation.

"Stinky brat, I only asked you to act as a shield. Do you want to become the real thing?" Zhou Ruobing said with a cold face.

"What's wrong with me becoming the real thing? Looking down on me?" Yang Lingchen stared straight at Zhou Ruobing, "Or do you think I'm not good enough for you?"

Although he didn't really want to take advantage of Zhou Ruobing, the look of disdain in her eyes still made him very annoyed.

Yang Lingchen's strength was indeed very weak right now, but he never felt that he wasn't good enough for anyone.

"I don't mean to look down on you. Whether it is your talent or your looks, you are more than enough to be a match for me."

Zhou Ruobing's beautiful eyes narrowed, and she continued, "However, your current cultivation level is ultimately too low. To be a match for me, you are still far from enough, unless one day your strength reaches a level recognized by the Great Zhou Sacred Dynasty."

Zhou Ruobing actually had a good impression of Yang Lingchen, especially since Yang Lingchen's talent and looks both met her requirements.

But as the Ninth Princess of the Great Zhou Sacred Dynasty, she could not decide her own marriage. Therefore, to become her man, one needed matching strength or background.

Otherwise, even if Zhou Ruobing liked Yang Lingchen, it would be very difficult for them to be together, and Yang Lingchen might even pay with his life for it.

"I was just joking, Your Highness, don't take it seriously. It's just being a shield; I'll do it."

Yang Lingchen smiled indifferently and continued, "But you have to protect me! I don't want to die without knowing why."

"As long as you are within my Residence, I can guarantee your safety. If you run around randomly and get killed by someone, then all I can do is burn more offerings for you." Zhou Ruobing said coldly.

"Your Highness, rest assured. I am not that stupid; naturally, I won't run around randomly." Yang Lingchen said in a deep voice.

"That's good." Zhou Ruobing continued, "Close your eyes!"

"Close my eyes!" Yang Lingchen looked surprised, unable to figure out what she wanted to do.

"Less nonsense!" Zhou Ruobing glared coldly at Yang Lingchen.

"Oh... oh...!"

Yang Lingchen nodded, then slowly closed his eyes, thinking to himself: "What does this girl want to do?"

"Muah!"

At that moment, a soft and warm touch came to his cheek, a feeling that made his heart flutter.

"She actually kissed me."

Yang Lingchen fell into a trance for a moment. He gently touched the spot where Zhou Ruobing had kissed, as if savoring the feeling.

"How is this benefit?" Zhou Ruobing smiled faintly.

"It was too fast, I didn't even feel it. Can I apply for a redo?" Yang Lingchen opened his eyes and chuckled.

"If you can win the championship in the Ten Great Factions Ranking Battle, I can give you an unexpected benefit."

A seductive smile curled on the corners of Zhou Ruobing's mouth.