When Qin Yuan and Qin Xuan, the grandfather and grandson, arrived, the outside of the Li Family was already decorated with lanterns and streamers, looking incredibly lively.
To entertain the distinguished guests from the Shindao Sect, the Li Family had brought out their best, all to please the Daozi of Shinto Sect and the Saintess.
For this, the Li Family had opened up the area around the beast-fighting arena and specifically built a very exquisite viewing platform nearby, making it convenient for these distinguished guests to enjoy the banquet while watching the beast fights for entertainment.
After getting out of the carriage, several maids immediately came forward to greet them.
“Two sirs, this way please!”
Then, led by the maids, the grandfather and grandson entered the beast-fighting arena through a aisle, and then walked to the banquet next to the viewing platform.
The viewing platform was built with bluestone, looking incredibly sturdy.
Two main seats were high above, obviously prepared for the two distinguished guests who had come this time.
Accompanying them on both sides should be the Li Family and Yuan Hao.
Below them were the positions of the other major families in Fire Wind City.
And these positions were divided into three grades: upper, middle, and lower.
Qin Xuan's side was the highest-grade position, not far from the main seats.
The Li Family and Yuan Hao did not play any tricks.
Qin Xuan had thought that Yuan Hao and the Li Family would play some small tricks, but he didn't expect them not to.
When the two walked in, the originally lively crowd suddenly quieted down.
Almost all the major families present had suffered setbacks at the hands of the Qin Family, so of course, they were very displeased with the Qin Family.
However, the Qin Family's strength was formidable, and they dared not provoke them, only staring at Qin Xuan and the other with hatred.
As for the small families, they naturally understood that today's banquet was not well-intentioned, so they dared not make a sound.
Only Liu Yiyi of the Liu Family was staring angrily at Qin Xuan, wishing she could tear him to pieces.
“Yiyi, don't act rashly.”
Liu Sheng gestured for Liu Yiyi not to get angry.
“Don't worry, someone will deal with them today.”
As Qin Xuan and the other were about to take their seats, several figures came forward to greet them.
“Haha, it is our Li Family's honor that the Qin Family Head and Young Clan Leader can grace us with their presence.”
Li Family Head Li Shan, along with his eldest son Li Tai and Li Miao, came forward to greet them.
“You're too kind. It's the Li Family's ability to remain composed in the face of honor and disgrace that is more worthy of our learning.”
Qin Xuan said with a half-smile.
Hearing this, Li Shan's expression changed slightly.
Of course, he could hear the sarcasm in Qin Xuan's words.
This was clearly mocking the Li Family for ambushing the Qin Family with Spirit Beasts only to be counter-killed.
“You…”
Li Tai, being young and impetuous, was about to fall out with Qin Xuan, but Li Shan stopped him.
“The Young Clan Leader's teaching is noted. I've remembered this incident, and I will definitely not make such a mistake again in the future.”
Li Shan said sinisterly.
Hearing this, Qin Xuan's brow furrowed slightly.
This Li Shan was indeed not simple; he could endure such humiliation.
“Please be seated, both of you.”
However, as the two sides did not see eye to eye, after a few more polite words, Li Shan quickly left with his people.
“Xuan'er, why did you provoke him?”
Qin Yuan was a bit puzzled.
Normally, Qin Xuan shouldn't provoke Li Shan.
“It's just testing the waters. If he had gotten angry on the spot, I would have been relieved today, but he actually swallowed his anger. It seems these people are truly planning to deal with us today.”
Qin Xuan said lightly, a hint of killing intent in his eyes.
After being humiliated, a person either gets angry on the spot or settles the score later.
The only explanation for Li Shan being able to endure without getting angry on the spot was that he already had a plan to deal with the Qin Family.
And it was related to this banquet.
“Why don't we just leave? Who cares about their schemes!”
Qin Yuan said with a frown.
With premeditation against no intention, if the Li Family really wanted to use a scheme to deal with the Qin Family, it would be better to just leave.
“No, that would truly offend the Shindao Sect.”
The Shindao Sect was powerful; there was no need to make an enemy of them.
“There are only a thousand days for a thief, but no thousand days for guarding against a thief. We'll meet force with force and adapt to circumstances. I want to see what else they can do.”
Qin Xuan said calmly, then slowly raised his head to look at the Li Family members.
After a long while, almost all the major families from Fire Wind City had arrived, and the viewing platform was bustling with activity.
Everyone was waiting for the Daozi and Saintess of the Shindao Sect to appear!
Just then, a clear voice, like a nightingale, came from the side.
“I apologize for the long wait. I am Xiao Ruyan, the Saintess of the Shindao Sect. Greetings, everyone.”
Hearing this melodious voice, everyone present immediately turned their gaze in that direction.
A woman in red, veiled, floated in. Her skin was as white as jade, and her wrists were like solidified frost and snow. Although her face couldn't be seen, just hearing her voice was enough to know she was a great beauty.
As the woman walked, she seemed to step on lotuses, unstained by dust.
Beside the woman was a handsome young man. He carried a long sword and looked ahead with a cold, arrogant expression, showing no intention of speaking.
This was the Daozi of Shinto Sect, and it was clear that this Daozi did not care much for the people of Fire Wind City.
Everyone present was oblivious to this, just gazing at Xiao Ruyan in a daze.
Qin Xuan merely glanced at her and felt a sudden heat throughout his body, wanting to look at her a few more times.
“What a beautiful woman. If I could just have a taste of her beauty, I would die content!”
This thought inexplicably arose in Qin Xuan's mind, and he almost walked towards her.
Just then, the Refining God Cauldron vibrated, instantly waking him up. Qin Xuan quickly turned his head, not looking in that direction.
It was Charm Arts!
Cold sweat broke out on Qin Xuan's back. He looked around and realized that almost everyone else around him was looking at her with the same infatuation.
What powerful Charm Arts! Just a subtle movement, a glance, and she had captivated those present with insufficient willpower.
“Cough cough!”
Qin Xuan coughed lightly, and Qin Yuan, who was beside him, finally reacted, quickly feeling a surge of fear and moving his gaze away, not daring to look at Xiao Ruyan.
“As expected of the Shindao Sect Saintess, even I was almost affected.”
Qin Yuan said fearfully.
“This woman's strength is probably close to the Tianxuan Realm, isn't it?”
Just then, Qin Yuan lowered his voice and spoke to Qin Xuan.
Hearing this, Qin Xuan nodded slightly.
After being awakened by the Refining God Cauldron, he had a basic estimate of this woman's strength.
This woman's strength was at least Profound Earth seventh level or above, and she might even have the potential to break into the Tianxuan Realm.
Thinking of this, Qin Xuan couldn't help but feel a tingling sensation on his scalp.
This Shindao Sect Saintess was roughly his age, yet her cultivation Realm was already a major Realm higher.
But soon, Qin Xuan adjusted his mindset.
His cultivation had been completely lost when he was in the Tian Tomb, and it hadn't been long since then, yet his cultivation had improved so much.
As long as he was given some more time, surpassing her would be effortless.
He then turned his gaze to the Daozi of Shinto Sect beside her, and couldn't help but shake his head slightly.
Compared to Xiao Ruyan, this Daozi's strength was clearly a notch lower.
However, as the Daozi of Shinto Sect, he naturally possessed strength.
Behind these two was Yuan Hao, the City Lord of this city.
At this moment, Yuan Hao was following enthusiastically behind the two, flattering them in various ways.
“This way, please!”
Li Shan eagerly stepped forward to greet them, leading them to the main seats.
“Everyone, allow me to introduce you. These two are our distinguished guests from the Shindao Sect. This is His Highness Xi Jungan, the Daozi of Shinto Sect, and this is Her Highness Xiao Ruyan, the Shindao Sect Saintess.”
“The two Highnesses were originally going to Xuanlong City, but they happened to pass through Fire Wind City this time. I shamelessly begged the two Highnesses to stay for a day to see the young talents of our Fire Wind City.”
Saying this, Yuan Hao cast his gaze downwards.
“I'm telling you, this time the Daozi and the Holy Maiden are here at Profound Dragon Dao to select attendants. You all perform well. If you are chosen by the two Highnesses, you will have the opportunity to follow them to the Shindao Sect.”
Going to the Shindao Sect!
The crowd immediately burst into an uproar, and many young Disciples eagerly rubbed their hands, their faces filled with anticipation.
The Shindao Sect was a Sect even more powerful than the Azure Green Sect. If they could go to the Shindao Sect, even if it was just to be a handyman, they would be willing.
Yuan Hao spoke a lot, but at this time, the many Disciples in the arena were no longer interested in listening. All their attention was now focused on the matter of going to the Shindao Sect.
They all yearned to become a part of the Shindao Sect.
The banquet soon began, and after a short while of clinking glasses, a Disciple from an unknown Family stood up with a wine cup.
“Qin Xuan, I challenge you!”