Chapter 125: Banquet
As Luo Feng focused on his cultivation, a Chaos Realm Transcendent arrived in Chu Capital.
At one of Marquis Chu Feng's villas.
"Senior brother is here."
The refined, three-eyed man looked into the distance and immediately stood up. Marquis Chu Feng also rose to his feet, looking out as a figure in dark robes, which seemed tattered yet carried the air of a broken, dark world, gradually approached. The figure's face was covered in green scales, giving him an ugly appearance, but his eyes were calm and gentle, as if containing the essence of heaven and earth.
As he walked, the surrounding environment naturally aligned with his presence, as if the heavens and earth revolved around him.
Mastering a branch of the Primordial Path allows one to become a God King! The complete Primordial Path of Life can even evolve the laws governing the operation of a primitive universe. A branch of the Primordial Path is sufficient to maintain the laws of a small universe, enabling a God King to create such a universe.
God Kings have their own laws of operation and possess various incredible abilities. For example, when this dark-robed figure walked, the heavens and earth centered around him—a common phenomenon for God Kings.
"The Lord of Yuanxiu Mansion is merely a Chaos Realm Transcendent, yet he can influence the operation of the heavens and earth. He's even more terrifying than the last time I saw him," Marquis Chu Feng thought, immediately moving forward to greet him.
"Senior brother, this is Marquis Chu Feng," the refined, three-eyed man said with a smile.
"Chu Feng greets the Lord of Yuanxiu Mansion," Marquis Chu Feng said humbly.
A Chaos Realm Transcendent is equivalent to a first-level God King. Such beings usually do not concern themselves with marquises; instead, marquises seek them out, and whether they are acknowledged depends on the Transcendent's mood.
"Last time I saw you, you were a seventh-level Marquis. Now, you've become a first-level Marquis, having cultivated to this level with a special divine body. Your achievements are indeed remarkable," the Lord of Yuanxiu Mansion said with a smile.
"The Lord of Yuanxiu Mansion flatters me. Please, have a seat," Chu Feng said respectfully.
Soon, the three of them were seated, and servants brought out food and wine.
"I heard that the Lord of Yuanxiu Mansion came to Chu Capital this time to visit a God King?" Chu Feng inquired.
"Indeed, I came to Chu Capital with the intention of visiting a God King. However, I also heard that there is now a Chaos Realm Transcendent in Chu Capital known as Saint Luo He" the Lord of Yuanxiu Mansion replied with interest.
Chu Feng nodded, "This Saint Luo He is very mysterious. He hasn't acted often, but when he did, he fought seven peak Chaos Realm experts at once and effortlessly defeated them, revealing his true strength to the world."
The Lord of Yuanxiu Mansion said, "Such high-profile behavior suggests he is focused on his cultivation. Chu Feng, I wish to meet this Luo He and have a discussion with him, please arrange it for me and see if he's willing."
Chu Feng was both excited and relieved. He wasn't worried about a Chaos Realm Transcendent asking him for help; he was more concerned that they might not even bother to acknowledge him.
"Rest assured, Lord of Yuanxiu Mansion. I will make sure everything is arranged properly," Chu Feng promised.
During his cultivation, Luo Feng often took breaks to relax.
"Master, Marquis Chu Feng personally visited," Morosa informed Luo Feng. "However, since you were in seclusion, he did not disturb you."
"He personally visited?" Luo Feng was surprised.
After all, Marquis Chu Feng was a first-level Marquis of the royal family. During Luo Feng's seclusion, the Marquis left without complaint, showing he was quite respectful.
"Did he mention anything specific?" Luo Feng asked.
Morosa replied, "Marquis Chu Feng said that his good friend, the Lord of Yuanxiu Mansion, wishes to host a banquet to discuss the Dao with you. He visited to see if you would be willing to attend."
"Discuss the Dao? The Lord of Yuanxiu Mansion?" Luo Feng naturally knew of him; there were only two Chaos Realm Transcendents in the Luo Wei lineage.
One was Marquis Minghuo, a direct disciple of the Emperor 'Luo Wei'. The other was the Lord of Yuanxiu Mansion, a direct disciple of the ruler of a first-tier nation, Luo Wei Yi.
On the Origin Continent, there were only eight first-tier powers, including the Kingdom of Tianmu, Luo Wei Yi, and the Eastern Polar Region.
The Eastern Polar Region was the original homeland of the continent's most ancient natives. Although these natives lacked the wisdom and insight of others, they were numerous enough to form a first-tier power.
The Kingdom of Tianmu was powerful because it was home to a peak World Beast.
Luo Wei Yi's nation was also a first-tier power because of its ruler! His nation was one of the pinnacle figures of the Origin Continent. Many of Luo Wei Yi's disciples were guest officials in either the Thunder Kingdom or the Yan Feng Kingdom.
"Master, will you attend the banquet?" Morosa asked.
"Accept the invitation," Luo Feng nodded, interested in discussing the Dao with someone of the same level. After all, beings like the Lord of Yuanxiu Mansion, who had cultivated using Primordial materials or bloodlines, were the norm on the Origin Continent. It would be a good opportunity to compare himself with them.
Chu Capital, at the famous Eighteen Star Hall, where the Lord of Yuanxiu Mansion had arranged a banquet specifically to host Luo Feng.
Once, when all eighteen Emperors of the Yan Feng Kingdom gathered in Chu Capital, the Ancestor himself built the Eighteen Star Hall, making it renowned. Hosting a banquet there was an expensive affair.
This time, everything was arranged by Marquis Chu Feng, ensuring the event was grand.
"Two Chaos Realm Transcendents discussing the Dao! Such a rare occasion!"
"I heard that apart from Marquis Chu Yuan, all eight first-level Marquises are attending."
"Unfortunately, we don't have the privilege of witnessing it."
Some of the chefs, all of whom were Eternal True Gods, quietly discussed the event. Today, even a Chaos Realm chef, personally invited by Marquis Chu Feng, was present.
In another pavilion.
"Sister Yu, you went through great lengths to get him a spot in today's performance," a plump woman reminded. "Today, all the prominent figures of Chu Capital have gathered—eight first-level Marquises are present, along with two Chaos Realm Transcendents! Even over ten disciples of Divine Marquis Chu are here. If one of them takes a liking to him and helps him, he'll finally escape his predicament."
"Thank you, Madam Yu! Without your help, I might not have made it this far," a man in green said gratefully.
"Ah, you're an eighth-level Marquis of the royal family; you have no real power," the plump woman shook her head. "In Chu Capital, you're still no match for those powerless Chaos Realm experts."
In the Luo Wei lineage, there were 29 Marquises, but only two had Transcendant Chaos Realm strength. Luo Wei Yi was one of them! For the royal family, resources were always allocated to the most promising Chaos Realm members, while the rest were considered waste with no cultivation value.
A single galactic blade light from Luo He would rival the full-force strike of a mid-level Chaos Realm expert burning their divine power and would be far stronger than Madam Yu.
Luo Wei Yi was accustomed to this lifestyle, and he grew tired of indulgence, making only a few close friends.
"Remember to remind him," the plump woman said, "The two highest-ranked Chaos Realm Transcendents at this banquet include Saint Luo Feng, who likes listening to music!"
The green-robed man's eyes lit up.
"That's a secret about Saint Luo Feng. I spent a lot of universe sand to buy this information," the plump woman added. "Back when he was in Hu Yang City, he had a soft spot for two musicians who were skilled in music. If you can please him with your performance, your position in Chu Capital will be secure."
"Thank you, Madam Yu," the green-robed man said gratefully.
"That's all I can do. The rest is up to him," the plump woman waved her hand and left.
The green-robed man waited patiently, knowing that he wasn't the only performer at this banquet.
The banquet was attended by eight first-level Marquises, four seventh-level Marquises, four guest officials, and seventeen disciples of Divine Marquis Chu, along with their attendants. Naturally, the most important seats in the main hall were reserved for the two Chaos Realm Transcendents.
"He's here."
"Saint Luo Feng is here."
The banquet wasn't primarily to entertain Luo Wei Yi.
When Luo Feng arrived with Luo He, he naturally drew the attention of everyone present. Some of the eighth-level Marquises, the family members of the first-level and seventh-level Marquises, idle Chaos Realm experts, and even some servants and attendants all looked eagerly towards the figure in white who had appeared.
Whoosh!
In the main hall, the Lord of Yuanxiu Mansion appeared to personally greet him.
"Brother Luo He," the Lord of Yuanxiu Mansion smiled at Luo Feng.
"Brother Yuanxiu," Luo Feng responded, smiling at the Chaos Realm Transcendent who stood before him. The dark robe of the figure subtly became the center of the laws of heaven and earth.
"To influence the operation of the laws?" Luo Feng marveled. It was something he couldn't achieve! In terms of understanding the 'Dao,' he was still far from these Chaos Realm Transcendents.
"Mm?"
The Lord of Yuanxiu Mansion was also observing Luo Feng. His most powerful technique wasn't in his body, but in the dark prison within him, which could trap everything in the vast heavens and earth within a single thought.
"Such a terrifying body," the Lord of Yuanxiu Mansion thought as he gazed at Luo Feng, feeling that this seemingly ordinary white-clad figure was heavier than the vast heavens and earth around them.
With such a heavy presence, it would be very difficult to drag him into the dark prison!
With the Lord of Yuanxiu Mansion's level of understanding, he could deduce a lot just by observing Luo Feng.
"His body is even heavier than some ancient beings who have just entered the God King realm," the Lord of Yuanxiu Mansion thought to himself.
"Brother Luo He, please."
"Please."
The two greeted each other politely and entered the main hall together. Inside, the various first to seventh-level Marquises, guest officials, and disciples of Divine Marquis Chu all rose to greet them, then everyone took their seats.
"Begin the feast," ordered Marquis Chu Feng.
The banquet officially began, with exquisite dishes, fine wines, and fruits being served.
Luo Feng tasted the food and was slightly surprised.
These dishes, the finest even at the Fire Realm Restaurant run by the White Butcher, were exceptional. Some dishes far exceeded the White Butcher's level.
A seemingly ordinary dish appeared to concentrate the essence of heaven and earth, making it incredibly appetizing. As Luo Feng took a bite, he felt the food's influence on his soul, surpassing that of many heavenly treasures, and greatly enhancing his perception of all things—an invaluable aid to his cultivation.
"Brother Yu's culinary skills are becoming even more extraordinary," the Lord of Yuanxiu Mansion commented after tasting a dish.
"Culinary skills that have reached the Chaos Realm are indeed unparalleled," Luo Feng agreed. He knew of this individual, Yu Sifang, a guest official of the Luo He lineage. Though not a peak Chaos Realm expert, Yu Sifang had reached the Chaos Realm through his culinary skills.
In all of Chu Capital, he was the number one chef.
"You two flatter me," Yu Sifang, who had just entered the hall, said humbly. Though he had no arrogance towards the royal Marquises, he was very modest before the two Chaos Realm Transcendents.
A continuous stream of exquisite dishes, rare fruits, and fine wines were served, accompanied by music, dances, and songs.
The performers, all at least at the Eternal True God level in their respective arts, could even affect the minds of powerful experts, making it difficult for them to maintain control. Luo Feng and the others, however, watched the performances in a relaxed and joyful manner.
"As expected of Chu Capital, the performances today are far superior to those at the Dream Flower Tower," Luo Feng remarked, inwardly noting, "In the past, I used this to practice the 'One Emotion Tempering Heart Method.'"
The long years of cultivation made it increasingly difficult to feel emotions, and the One Emotion Tempering Heart Method was particularly effective in awakening the heart.
"The performance is about to begin."
The green-robed man felt the atmosphere of the surrounding distinguished guests, who were smiling, eating, and chatting. The two Chaos Realm Transcendents in the main seats seemed to be casually conversing, not paying him much attention. He didn't dare to look at them directly and obediently entered when the time came.
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