Chapter 265 Emperor Xueye
As soon as she said that, a collective gasp filled the square!
Although everyone knows that the Beast God Pavilion and the Spirit Hall are at odds, it is still alarming that they would directly confront the Golden Generation in public like this!

A cold glint flashed in Hu Liena's eyes, her smile faded, and her natural allure vanished, replaced by the majesty of a superior: "The little princess of the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School?"

"It seems that Sect Leader Ning has chosen a... very interesting path." The threat in her words was self-evident.

Just then, Qi Xue, who had been silent all along, finally spoke slowly. Her voice wasn't loud, but it possessed a peculiar penetrating power, as if it could resonate directly into the depths of everyone's soul, somewhat alleviating the tense atmosphere:

“It’s good that young people have vigor.” She looked calmly at Hu Liena and the other two, her eyes seemingly able to see through all illusions. “But too much rigidity leads to breakage. The competition has not yet begun, and the outcome is still uncertain.”

"The Spirit Hall has a profound foundation, but my Beast God Pavilion is no pushover either. The outcome of the competition will determine who is stronger."

Her words were calm, yet they carried a confidence and composure born from absolute strength. She didn't release any soul power pressure, but when her gaze swept over them, Xie Yue and Yan both felt their skin tighten slightly, as if they had been grazed by an invisible sword, and alarm bells rang in their hearts!
Even Hu Liena felt an invisible pressure, forcing her to take a closer look at the aloof and beautiful woman who had been standing quietly to the side.

Hu Liena gave Qi Xue a deep look, as if trying to see through her, but Qi Xue's aura was like an abyss, unfathomable. Hu Liena felt a chill run down her spine, knowing that this was definitely a top expert from the Beast God Pavilion, whose strength likely far surpassed that of ordinary Title Douluos.

“You’re right.” Hu Liena quickly adjusted her mindset, putting on her flawless, subtly alluring smile again. “In that case, we’ll wait and see. I hope your team can bring us some… surprises, instead of being as easily defeated as some second-rate teams.”

As she spoke, she glanced meaningfully at the other academy teams that were silent beside her, her contemptuous look undisguised.

"Let's go." Hu Liena said no more, gestured to Xie Yue and Yan, and the three of them turned around and, under the complex gazes of the crowd, took the invisible pressure with them.

Only after the Golden Generation disappeared into the palace gates did the frozen atmosphere in the square seem to thaw, and everyone breathed a sigh of relief, feeling their backs soaked with cold sweat.

This is terrifying! Is this a clash between the younger generation of the two most powerful forces on the mainland?
Although it was just a verbal exchange, the invisible clash of their auras was more terrifying than a real fight!

Feng Xiaotian, Huo Wu, and the others looked at the Beast God Pavilion members who remained calm, and their apprehension deepened.

They asked themselves if they were the ones standing opposite the Golden Generation just now; they probably wouldn't even have had the courage to speak.

"Let's go in too," Qi Xue said calmly, as if nothing had happened.

Tang Ya nodded, straightened her slightly wrinkled skirt, and led her team members, under the watchful eyes of countless people filled with awe, curiosity, and complex emotions, following Qi Xue calmly towards the brightly lit imperial palace, which symbolized the highest power center of the Tian Dou Empire.

Stepping into the main hall of the Heaven Dou Imperial Palace was like entering another world. Completely different from the solemnity and tension outside, the hall was brightly lit and resplendent with gold and jade. Melodious court music flowed softly, and elegantly dressed nobles and Soul Masters gathered in small groups, chatting and laughing quietly, clinking glasses—a scene of peace and prosperity. The air was filled with the aroma of fine wine and food, mingled with the scent of precious incense, creating a pleasantly intoxicating atmosphere.

However, when the Beast God Pavilion group entered the main hall under Qi Xue's guidance, the harmonious atmosphere seemed to freeze momentarily, as if a pebble had been thrown into a lake. Almost everyone's gaze, whether open or hidden, curious or wary, instantly focused on them. The music even seemed to dim slightly.

The sense of unease became even more pronounced when people saw the three members of the Golden Generation entering shortly after them. The temperature inside the hall seemed to drop several degrees due to the arrival of these two groups.

Emperor Xueye sat high on the dragon throne at the top. His face was majestic and his eyes were deep. Although he showed signs of aging, his imperial aura remained undiminished.

Beside him sat Crown Prince Xue Qinghe, whose temperament was gentle and refined, and whose eyes were calm. But upon closer inspection, one could detect a fleeting, intense interest in the people of the Beast God Pavilion deep in his eyes.

Ning Fengzhi, Chen Xin, Gu Rong, and others were also present. As representatives of the Seven Treasures Hall, which had already belonged to the Beast God Pavilion, their expressions were complicated. When they saw Tang Ya, Ning Rongrong, and the others, they nodded slightly in acknowledgment.

"Elder Qi Xue of the Beast God Pavilion, along with the 'Dawn' team from this year's competition, pays an audience with Your Majesty." Qi Xue stepped forward, bowed slightly to Emperor Xue Ye, and spoke in a clear, melodious voice, neither humble nor arrogant.

Given her status as a Super Douluo and the current position of the Beast God Pavilion, this gesture already shows the Heaven Dou Empire sufficient respect.

Emperor Xueye smiled warmly and raised his hand in a gesture of support: "Elder Qi, there's no need for such formality. You young talents of the Beast God Pavilion have come from afar; you must be tired. Please take a seat."

Immediately, palace attendants led Qi Xue and the seven members of the Dawn Team to a seat in a prime location.

This position was directly opposite the three members of the Golden Generation who had entered a little earlier and were placed in a prominent position on the other side.

After everyone was seated, the banquet seemed to return to its previous liveliness, but countless gazes, like spiderwebs, still clung to the Beast God Pavilion and the Martial Soul Hall. Everyone could feel the invisible, oppressive tension.

Soon, waiters served fine wine and delicacies. However, the seven members of the Dawn Team had little appetite. Ning Rongrong sipped her juice, her gaze frequently drifting towards Hu Liena across from her, her expression clearly hostile.

Dugu Yan toyed with the wine cup in her hand, her cold gaze sweeping over Yan, seemingly assessing where to administer the poison most effectively. Huyan Li sat upright, like an iron tower.

Ye Lingling remained silent, seemingly detached from the situation. Xiao Xiao, on the other hand, curiously observed the magnificent decorations and diverse people in the main hall, but a wary look lingered deep in her eyes.

As the team leader, Tang Ya tried her best to maintain a calm demeanor, occasionally exchanging a few words in hushed tones with Qi Xue beside her.

Qi Xue sat there, elegant and indifferent, as if everything around her was irrelevant. But her Super Douluo aura had already covered the entire hall, and no malicious soul power fluctuations or gazes could escape her perception.

(End of this chapter)

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