Behind Yun Yun, Nalan Yanran followed closely. Two pairs of light blue fighting wings behind her were flapping slightly. The fighting wings were emitting a faint halo. After a moment, the wings slowly faded away, and her figure had already landed beside Yun Yun.

With the appearance of Yun Yun and Nalan Yanran, many exclamations were heard around.

You know, the Yunlan Sect has a very important position in the Jiama Empire. Yun Yun, as the current sect leader of the Yunlan Sect, and Nalan Yanran, as the young sect leader, usually stay at home and are busy with many affairs in the sect. They rarely appear in front of everyone.

Therefore, for many people present, these two are undoubtedly rare big shots, and now being able to see them at such a close distance is naturally a rare opportunity.

Yun Yun and Nalan Yanran looked indifferent to the exclamations from the people around them, and did not care at all.

As soon as she landed, a perfectly appropriate smile appeared on Yun Yun's elegant and beautiful face, which was gentle and moving.

Her eyes then fell on the white-haired middle-aged man who arrived here a few moments later than her, and then she opened her red lips slightly, and said in a clear and pleasant voice:

"I haven't seen you for a few months. Your cultivation has improved a lot. You are still strong despite your age. It seems that your reputation as the Ice Emperor is still as high as it was in the past..."

"Haha, Sect Master Yun, you are joking." Hai Bodong stood still with his hands behind his back. Hearing Yun Yun's greeting, he just chuckled and responded very modestly,

"I am already quite old now, and my talent for cultivation is almost reaching its limit. With Sect Master Yun's excellent talent for cultivation, I am afraid it won't take long for him to surpass me."

Although he spoke so modestly, he still exuded a cold and arrogant aura, which seemed to be real and had not been restrained at all.

Even the surrounding streets seemed to be affected, and the temperature dropped slightly, making people feel a little chilly.

Then, Hai Bodong's gaze slowly shifted to Nalan Yanran who was standing beside Yun Yun. He raised his eyes slightly and said with a smile:

"The cultivation talent of your sect's young master is indeed extraordinary. At such a young age, he is already close to breaking through to the high-level Douhuang level. Such talent is truly admirable. The Yunlan Sect really has a successor!"

At this point, he sighed slightly, a bit of helplessness appeared on his face, and then said:

"Unlike my Miter family, we have been searching for so long but still can't find even a decent and outstanding disciple. It's really worrying..."

"Thank you for the praise, Mr. Hai. Yanran only relied on the training of the sect's life and death gate and the full investment of the sect's resources to achieve the little cultivation she has now. I really don't dare to take credit for it."

Nalan Yanran bowed slightly, with a humble look, and said softly,

"Besides, Mr. Hai's current spirit is no less than that of a middle-aged man. For you, selecting outstanding candidates is only a matter of time. I believe that with the foundation of the Mittel family, many outstanding descendants will emerge in the future..."

"Haha, the girl is really sweet." Hai Bodong laughed heartily, his eyes full of smiles, "Although the old guy Nalan Jie's cultivation talent is not very good, he has such an outstanding granddaughter."

Being praised so aptly by Nalan Yanran, even with Hai Bodong's usually cold and arrogant personality, he couldn't help but feel secretly happy, and the laughter came out of his mouth uncontrollably, echoing in front of the mansion.

While they were chatting and joking, they didn't delay any longer and walked towards the Xiao family's mansion.

……

The magnificent banquet hall in the Xiao family mansion was originally an empty scene. Such a wide open space was somewhat deserted before everyone arrived.

However, as the big figures in the Jia Ma Empire who were rarely seen in daily life appeared in front of the Xiao family mansion one after another, and then walked towards the banquet hall, the situation quietly changed.

Everyone first exchanged a few words of greeting, and then began to take their seats one after another with expressions of expectation or curiosity.

For a moment, laughter, cheers and flattering words echoed in the hall, one after another, without stopping.

The original feeling of desolation brought by the emptiness was quickly dispelled by the lively atmosphere. The whole hall seemed to be injected with vitality and became extremely lively.

Those who can gather here are all well-known figures in the Jia Ma Empire who can change the situation of a region with just a stomp of their feet.

On weekdays, they are either obsessed with practicing in seclusion in order to break through the shackles of their own cultivation; or they are busy taking care of the complicated affairs of the family and the sect, and are unable to spare any time.

Therefore, there are few opportunities to gather together like this, sit at the same table and share a feast.

Come to think of it, the last time people gathered together on such a large scale was when the Gama royal family called everyone together to discuss the expansion of the Gama Empire's territory.

This is enough to show that the current Xiao family, or more precisely, Master Xiao Ling, has a reputation that is of great importance in the Jia Ma Empire.

As soon as the name of Master Xiao Ling came out, many important figures who were usually high and mighty and rarely showed up responded and gathered at the Xiao family's banquet. Such appeal was truly amazing.

Of course, let alone just in the Gama Empire, with Xiao Ling's current status and position, even in the Zhongzhou Continent where strong people gather and hidden dragons and crouching tigers are everywhere, if he holds a banquet and extends invitations to those big forces, I'm afraid not many people will refuse without mercy, let alone going to a small place like the Gama Empire.

Finally, as all the invited guests arrived, the entire banquet hall became bustling with activity. People were either talking in low voices or smiling at each other. The atmosphere was harmonious and cheerful.

At this moment, Xiao Zhan, the patriarch of the Xiao family, stood up, cleared his throat, and then gave an order.

In an instant, a line of maids in elegant clothes walked in from the back of the hall. They were graceful, pretty, and elegant in every move.

The maids all held exquisite trays in their hands, on which were placed exquisite utensils.

Some were filled with steaming and fragrant tea. The fragrance of tea instantly filled the air, adding a sense of tranquility to this bustling hall.

Some of them are filled with carefully prepared delicacies, which make people salivate just by looking at them.

The maids came to the guests one by one, bowed slightly, and with a proper smile, gently placed the teacups on the tray on the wooden table, and then arranged the delicacies in an orderly manner.

Suddenly, the table was filled with delicious food, with the aroma of tea and food intertwined.

Xiao Zhan slowly stood up at this time, with a sincere smile on his face, and his eyes slowly swept over every guest present, then he clasped his hands together and said loudly:

"It is a great honor for all the distinguished guests to take the time to attend our banquet today! You are all well-known figures in the Jiama Empire. You are usually busy with work, and I was worried that you would not have time to come. Now that I see all the guests, I am really happy."

"This banquet is for the purpose of thanking you all for your care for our Xiao family. Secondly, we also want to take this opportunity to bring everyone together and have a good chat. We are all busy on weekdays, and it is rare to have such an opportunity. I hope everyone can enjoy themselves today."

When everyone heard this, they all responded with a smile.

Hai Bodong, who was the most familiar with the Xiao family, spoke first and laughed:

"Patriarch Xiao, you are too polite. We are so honored to be invited to such a luxurious banquet. It is a great honor for us to be here. There is no reason not to come."

Yun Yun also bowed slightly, smiled gracefully and said, "You are too polite, Patriarch Xiao. Your family's banquet is a rare event. We are honored to be here. We must experience the excitement of the banquet today."

The other guests also followed suit, saying one after another: "That's right, Patriarch Xiao is too polite. We are in the same Jia Ma Empire, so we should get together more often. Today's scene is really happy."

"You're welcome, you're welcome. It's our blessing to be here."

For a moment, the hall was filled with polite words coming and going, but the harmonious atmosphere became increasingly stronger with each word.

Although everyone in the hall was chatting happily at the moment, with laughter and chatter, and it was very lively, it was quite strange that no one touched the fine wine and delicacies placed on the wooden table in front of them.

Everyone's eyes, intentionally or unintentionally, would occasionally turn to the high chair in the center of the hall. The chair was empty, and it caught everyone's attention.

At the same time, they would occasionally turn their gaze towards the entrance of the hall, their eyes full of anticipation.

After all, everyone present knew clearly that the most crucial person at this banquet had not yet appeared.

Just as everyone was thinking about their own things, suddenly, a dark space crack appeared without warning above the originally empty main seat in the hall.

At the same time, a man's chuckle came out from the crack. The voice was clear and casual. "Haha, I was immersed in cultivation and couldn't get away for a while. I kept you waiting for a long time. It's been a few years since we last met. It seems that you are still as elegant as before, and you look even more energetic."

As soon as he finished speaking, a slender figure slowly walked out of the space crack. He was tall and straight, his long robe fluttering in the wind, and his every move showed his extraordinary demeanor.

He has a handsome face, his eyes are deep and seem to hide endless stars, and the smile on the corners of his mouth makes him more approachable.

As soon as this person appeared, he instantly caught everyone's attention and became the focus of the entire hall. Everyone's eyes were immediately focused on him...

Chapter 561 Dinner in Progress

When the slender figure walked out from the space crack and slowly stood in front of everyone, it seemed as if an invisible aura emanated from his body, instantly making the entire hall seem to be dimmed.

His skin was as white as snow, and its delicate texture exuded a warm luster like mutton-fat jade. Under the bright light of the hall, he looked even more extraordinary.

He has a tall and slender figure, like a green pine or cypress, standing tall and proud, his long robe dancing gently in the wind. Every time the corner of his clothes flutters, it seems to carry a different kind of rhythm, showing his extraordinary demeanor.

Her long hair was draped over her shoulders, and her hair was as soft as the willow branches hanging beside a clear mountain stream. Every strand of hair revealed an innate sense of nobility.

His eyes were like two deep oceans, and seemed to hide countless bright stars. Just a glance at them seemed to be able to draw people deeply into them, making them indulge in the endless depth and unable to extricate themselves.

As he walked out steadily step by step, the dark space crack seemed to have lost its energy support and slowly shrank until it completely disappeared.

However, behind him, a circle of gorgeous and magnificent flaming halo emerged. The halo was slowly rotating, and the flames on it were jumping and shining, as if it had intelligence, sometimes passionate and unrestrained, and sometimes restrained and implicit, making him look even more extraordinary, as if a god had descended to the earth.

This extremely shocking scene made everyone present hold their breath, their eyes full of shock and awe, firmly locked on his eye-catching figure. For a moment, the hall was completely silent, with only the subtle sound of the rotating flame wheel...

After Xiao Ling finished speaking, he saw that everyone present was just looking at him quietly, and no one showed any intention of speaking. He couldn't help but raise his eyebrows slightly, and was quite satisfied with the effect of his appearance.

Then, he slowly raised his head and calmly scanned the hall, taking in the faces of everyone present.

Those present included the guardian of the Jia Ma Empire's royal family, Jia Xingtian, the eldest princess Yao Ye, the leader of the Yun Lan Sect, Yun Yun, the young leader Na Lan Yanran, as well as the supreme elder of the Mitel family, Hai Bodong, as well as important figures of the Jia Ma Empire such as the Na Lan family and the Mu family, all gathered here at the moment.

At this moment, these influential figures in the Gama Empire had different expressions.

Jia Xingtian was shocked, Princess Yaoye was in disbelief, Yun Yun was curious, Nalan Yanran was in awe, and so was Hai Bodong.

The Nalan family, the Mu family and others also had different reactions, some were shocked, some were respectful, some were curious, and some were in awe. All kinds of emotions intertwined in the hall, and they were all directed at Xiao Ling who suddenly appeared.

After everyone present calmed down a little, Hai Bodong was the first to speak out: "Haha, Master Xiao Ling's appearance is indeed unique. Compared with us ordinary mortals, there is a world of difference. Just look at the way he can tear the space apart at will, as if he is in an empty space, and can do whatever he wants, you can know how terrifying the strength of a Dou Zun strongman is!"

As he spoke, his face was full of admiration, and the coldness in his eyes had long been replaced by deep admiration.

"We usually only hear about this kind of method in legends. There are such powerful people who can do it. Today, I saw it with my own eyes. I know what it means to be a truly powerful person."

After hearing Hai Bodong's words of praise, the people around came back to their senses and nodded in agreement.

Jia Xingtian clasped his fists slightly and said in a deep voice: "What Elder Hai Bodong said is absolutely right. Master Xiao Ling's skill has exceeded our imagination. I'm afraid that such strength is rare in the entire Northwest Continent. It is our honor to see the master's style..."

Everyone present was talking to each other, and the nice words were pouring towards Xiao Ling like a tide.

In fact, they had some guesses in their hearts before, thinking that Xiao Ling's strength would definitely be different from before after returning from Zhongzhou, but that was just a guess after all.

It was not until today when they saw it with their own eyes that they realized that Xiao Ling had actually become the Dou Zun powerful warrior who had only appeared in legends before. This shock made the thoughts in their hearts instantly clear.

In this world where the strong are respected, facing Xiao Ling's strength that can be said to be at the top, they know that it is too late to curry favor with him.

At this moment, everyone was racking their brains to think of all kinds of words of praise, hoping to leave some good impression in Xiao Ling's heart. If they could get some help from Xiao Ling in the future, it would be a great opportunity for themselves, their family, and their sect.

The voices of praise coming from the hall were endless, but Xiao Ling just stood there quietly, with the corners of his mouth slightly raised and a chuckle escaping, without showing any special concern on his face.

Ever since he embarked on the path of cultivation, the voices of flattery have never stopped. To him, the scene before his eyes was nothing more than an ordinary little scene.

Looking back to the past, he stood on the top of the Dan Tower, which was the focus of everyone's attention, and won the Dan Conference championship. The residents of the entire Shengdan City were cheering for him, and the sound resounded through the world like thunder. The cheers and shouts intertwined together, converging into a shocking wave of sound that seemed to break through the sky.

The scene at that time was packed with people and extremely grand. In comparison, the praises from the people in the hall today seemed too childish and simply not worthy of being mentioned in the present moment.

"Haha, you guys are joking. I just happened to get some opportunities and luckily made a leap in my cultivation. It's really not worth mentioning and not worthy of being mentioned on the stage." Xiao Ling waved his hand slightly, with a slight smile on his face, and looked at the people in the hall indifferently.

"Today's dinner is an invitation from my Xiao family to all of you. The purpose is to bring everyone together for some fun. Naturally, we want you to have a great time. You don't have to restrain yourself and you can relax."

After saying that, Xiao Ling chuckled, then waved his hand lightly, and walked towards the main seat in the hall with an upright posture and extraordinary demeanor.

After he sat down steadily, the gorgeous and magnificent flaming halo that was originally floating behind him began to slowly fade away, and the gorgeous flames gradually turned into bright particles, like stars falling on the earth, floating in the air, and finally disappeared completely.

Seeing that Xiao Ling had already appeared and the effect of this appearance was so shocking, Xiao Zhan's mind became clear. He could already imagine that from now on, those doubts against the Xiao family that occasionally appeared in the Gama Empire would completely disappear.

In this world where the strong are respected, strength is the most powerful voice.

Now that Xiao Ling has demonstrated his powerful strength at the Dou Zun level, it is like having an extremely solid backing for the Xiao family.

Even though Xiao Ling is not in the family for most of the year, his reputation alone is like the scorching sun hanging high above everyone's head, scorching and dazzling, making people dare not look directly at him, let alone be unshakable.

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