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Chapter 390: Conclusion! Father and Daughter, Unparalleled in the World, Emperor Grants Xi Xi Contro
Chapter 390: Conclusion! Father and Daughter, Unparalleled in the World, Emperor Grants Xi Xi Control Over the Peach Festival 【Seeking Monthly Votes】 (Part 2)
No one knew if Li Half-Saint had picked any ten thousand-year-old peaches.
However, three days ago, when Li Half-Saint entered the ten thousand-year-old peach orchard, the Empress had said that the peaches in the orchard were not ripe, so there were no peaches to pick.
But three days had passed, and Li Che still hadn't come out of the peach orchard, which made many people's faces look strange.
Because Li Che hadn't come out, the Peach Festival Competition was still ongoing.
On the Jade Square, tables were set up, and the sect leaders, heroes, and young dragons of the various divine sects sat behind them, enjoying the delicious food prepared by the Grand Jing Court.
Since the competition hadn't ended, the Grand Jing Court had to keep preparing the feast.
Xi Xi was thrilled; this was the happiest time in her six years of life. She didn't need to think about anything else; she just needed to eat.
In Xi Xi's understanding, her father had become the leader of the heroes, and now she just had to wait for his return.
The daily changing variety of delicious dishes made Xi Xi's little belly round and round.
The meat on her face increased a bit.
Holding a piece of braised pig's trotter, this pig's trotter came from a kind of spirit beast pig, the meat was fatty and delicious, and Xi Xi ate three or four of them every day.
"Eat slowly, no one will take it from you."
Zhang Ya's eyes were gentle, and she said with a bit of helplessness, also giving her own pig's trotter with the plate to Xi Xi.
"My husband... Why hasn't he returned yet? It's been three days. He's been in the ten thousand-year-old peach orchard for three days; will he be in any danger?"
Zhang Ya said with some worry.
After Xi Xi and Li Che became the leaders of the Peach Festival Competition, Zhang Ya was overjoyed.
However, after three days, this joy and happiness had subsided, leaving only worry about her husband's absence.
Lu Tai Bai's silver hair and white robe fluttered in the wind as he drank with Shi Jian, the sect leader of the True Martial God Sect.
"Xiaoya, don't worry. The Empress said that the peaches in the ten thousand-year-old peach orchard are not ripe, so Ah Che won't go to pick peaches, and he won't encounter the guardian spirit beast. The guardian spirit beast of the ten thousand-year-old peach orchard is top-tier, and if Ah Che encounters it, there might be some trouble. But since he won't encounter it, other troubles won't be troubles for Ah Che."
Lu Tai Bai said with a smile, his face full of happiness.
The Heavenly Origin Sect could be said to be the biggest winner of this Peach Festival Competition.
As the sect leader, how could Lu Tai Bai not be happy and sing and drink?
As someone who knew Li Che's background and had witnessed his strong combat power in the divine nature, Lu Tai Bai naturally had no worries.
Buzz, buzz, buzz...
Suddenly, a divine essence resembling a coiling dragon appeared abruptly on the Jade Square.
In that instant, the second and third cities of the Divine Capital, both within and without, fell into a momentary silence.
Numerous boisterous martial artists fell silent, their heads turning in awe and excitement, their breathing heavy.
"He's back!"
"Li Half-Saint is returning! From the Eternal Peach Orchard!"
"The King is back! The Champion has returned!"
...
The crowd erupted in cheers and applause, overwhelming the heavens.
Countless martial artists were filled with anticipation.
After all, Li Che's performance in this session of the Heroes' Assembly had conquered everyone!
He had single-handedly defeated three heroes of the Purple Mansion Divine Sect, including the extremely brutal Zhang Xuanlei.
Later, he overwhelmed Jade Guanyin, crushed the Golden Furred Dog, and won the bet, causing the Golden Furred Dog to sincerely surrender and submit!
For the martial cultivators of the Grand Jing Realm, Li Che's ability to make the Golden Furred Dog submit and become his servant was the most exhilarating event for them!
As the divine essence continued to weave and intertwine, Li Che's figure gradually materialized.
His black hair danced vigorously, and his black shirt, embroidered with a golden lotus, fluttered in the wind. His face was gentle and elegant, like polished jade.
Li Che brushed off the frost grass fragments from his body and then tucked his hands into his sleeves.
Since he hadn't observed the outside through the Thunderbolt Chess Piece on Xi Xi's body, he slowly raised his head.
Countless pairs of astonished and excited eyes fixed upon him, their gazes meeting his.
The martial cultivators sitting on the Jade Square and those on the walls of the third city were all staring at the tall and slender figure in the black shirt.
In their minds, they seemed to hear the news about Li Che, the Divine Sculpture Half-Saint and the new champion of the Heroes' Assembly, which had swept through the streets and alleys like a storm over the past three days.
A young man from a small, insignificant city, a grassroots hero who had left his hometown with his family, ventured into the prefecture city, and eventually set foot in the Dao City. A humble and honest Divine Sculpture master!
The youth who had created a legend of grassroots success!
Emotions of awe, excitement, and admiration swirled around him like a cloud of smoke, suddenly erupting.
"Li Half-Saint!!!"
"Li Half-Saint!!!"
"Champion of the Heroes' Assembly!"
...
The cheers and applause shook the heavens and the earth.
Hearing this, Li Che's face broke into a gentle smile. He bowed and cupped his fists in greeting to the martial artists cheering from all directions.
"Daddy—!!!"
A high-pitched scream of joy and excitement.
Li Che turned to see Xi Xi, who had just swallowed a pig's trotter, jumping up from behind the table and dashing forward with a thumping sound. She charged ahead, her head like iron, and collided with Li Che like a cannonball.
Li Che burst into laughter, a glint flashing in his eyes.
He raised his hand and gently pushed Xi Xi into his embrace, catching her like a cannonball.
"Daddy, you're finally back!"
"I missed you so much that all the flowers have withered!"
Xi Xi wrapped her arms around Li Che's neck and rubbed against him affectionately, using the words Li Che had taught her.
"Daddy, I'm the champion of the Peach Festival Competition!"
Xi Xi's eyes shone with pride as she spoke.
"You're the champion of the Heroes' Assembly!"
"We're such an amazing father-daughter duo!"
Xi Xi was beaming with pride, and as Li Che held her, she couldn't help but place her hands on her hips, her little belly protruding.
Li Che chuckled and patted her little belly.
Xi Xi immediately furrowed her brows and glared at him, "Don't pat a girl's belly!"
Li Che's laughter grew louder at her words.
His wife, Zhang Ya, emerged from the main banquet area, taking small steps. Her worried expression faded, leaving only a bright and cheerful smile.
"Husband!"
Li Che paid no heed to the surrounding gazes as he embraced his wife and daughter under everyone's watchful eyes.
With his wife and daughter in his arms, he felt a sense of family warmth and fulfillment.
This was the enviable life many yearned for, like living in a fairy tale.
The spring thunder rumbled, and the rain poured down.
In that moment, the spring rain seemed to become gentler.
Suddenly, the cheering martial cultivators quieted down.
A purple-robed figure appeared, floating gracefully—none other than Zi Yi Zao Si Lian Gong Gong, the Junior Temple Guardian who had just returned from the Peach Festival Competition.
Lian Gong Gong approached Li Che's family with a gentle smile on his aged face. He bowed respectfully.
"Champions, please follow me. His Majesty and the Empress will bestow rewards upon you both."
Lian Gong Gong spoke.
Zhang Ya gently straightened Li Che's clothes and returned to the main banquet area of the Heavenly Origin Sect.
Li Che had intended to bring Zhang Ya to meet the Emperor and Empress.
However, as Zhang Ya declined, Li Che didn't insist.
Nodding to Lu Tai Bai, Li Che led Xi Xi, following Lian Gong Gong, and walked along the Jade Square.
They reached the end of the square, located at the edge of the platform below the second city's tower.
On the platform, the Emperor sat regally in golden yellow robes, while the Empress exuded elegance and nobility, her eyes complex as she looked at Li Che.
Li Che also noticed many familiar gazes, including those of the three princes, Ji Mo Ling, the National Teacher Xie Yun Sen, and Lu Chi.
Li Che held Xi Xi's hand and walked forward with poise.
"Commoner Li Che, along with my daughter, Li Nuan Xi, greets Your Majesty and the Empress."
Li Che stood straight, bowing and cupping his fists in greeting.
"!"
Li Che had just finished speaking when the Third Prince, who was standing to the side of the high platform, rose to his feet and spoke in a deep voice.
Whoosh, whoosh, whoosh—
The spring rain seemed to turn cold and eerie in an instant, and the atmosphere became strangely tense.
The martial artists outside the third city of the Divine Capital were startled, and many of their faces changed.
Li Che glanced at the Third Prince indifferently.
However, before he could say anything, the Emperor waved his hand, "No need to be formal. Both the First Hero of the Grand Hero Assembly and the First Dragon of the Dragon Assembly are my Grand Jing's proudest talents. They have upheld our glory in the Hero and Dragon Assemblies, and as proud talents, they are free to choose not to kneel before me."
The Third Prince's face instantly turned ugly and anxious. He quickly bowed and apologized, then retreated to the side.
The Second Prince, Lu Heng Yi, smirked at the Third Prince, "Third Brother, you should learn from Father's magnanimity."
On the high platform, the Emperor's face was obscured by Divinity and Vital Energy, making it difficult to discern his features. But his eyes were bright, giving off a sense of oppression like a collapsing mountain range.
His gaze fell upon Li Che and Xi Xi.
Xi Xi, seeing such a grand spectacle for the first time, felt a bit frightened. She stood close to Li Che, holding onto his thigh, like a shy little girl. This was a stark contrast to the Xi Xi who had dominated the Dragon Assembly.
"Not bad."
"The Peach Festival, with father and daughter as the dual champions, is unparalleled in the world!"
The Emperor smiled and then picked up a wolf-hair brush to write on the table before him.
After finishing, he handed the scroll to the Empress beside him.
Since the Peach Festival was hosted by the Empress, it was only natural for her to announce the rewards and praises.
The Empress took the scroll written by the Emperor and stood up. Her phoenix-embroidered robe and coronet shimmered, and the spring rain seemed to distort under an invisible force.
Her dignified and noble voice, as lofty as a phoenix's cry, reverberated throughout the Second and Third Cities of the Divine Capital.
"The First Hero of the Heavenly Origin Divine Sect, Li Che, has surpassed the heroes of various divine sects, saving our Grand Jing from the brink of chaos. He has defeated the forces outside our borders, including the Western Buddhist Lands and the Great Li Witch Mountain. By leaving the title of First Hero within Grand Jing, his contributions are immeasurable!"
"Awarded: One Lower Tier Sanqing Divine Crystal, two Upper Tier Four Virtues Divine Crystals, one Upper Tier Four Virtues Dragon Tiger Heavenly Pill, and one Lower Tier Four Virtues Divine Armament from the Heaven Divination Bureau Armory."
"Appointed as a Third Rank Official in the Grand Jing Dynasty's court. He may choose to serve as the Third Rank Imperial Inspector of the Lingnan Circuit, ensuring the stability of the Mysterious Tower and protecting the peace of the realm!"
The Empress's lofty voice echoed throughout the venue.
In an instant, everyone's expressions changed slightly.
In the banquet area of the Heavenly Origin Divine Sect.
Lu Tai Bai's smiling face turned pale as he slammed the cup in his hand onto the table.
Li Che, holding Xi Xi's hand, stood on the white jade square with a slightly furrowed brow.
Xi Xi looked on, seemingly confused by the situation.
The Empress paused, her eyes reflecting surprise and astonishment. She was amazed at the Emperor's rewards...
But she quickly composed herself and continued reciting the Emperor's decree.
"The First Dragon of the Heavenly Origin Divine Sect, Li Nuan Xi, possesses extraordinary talent and a purple aura that reaches the heavens. She has brought glory to our Grand Jing's Dragon Assembly, and her future is full of promise!"
"Awarded: Ten Lower Tier Four Virtues Divine Crystals, one Lower Tier Four Virtues Dragon Tiger Divine Pill, and one Lower Tier Four Virtues Divine Armament from the Heaven Divination Bureau Armory."
However, as she reached this point, the Empress's eyes narrowed in surprise, awe, and unpreparedness.
She turned to look at the Emperor, who was seated on the high platform, his bright yellow robes fluttering. His face, obscured by Divinity and Vital Energy, made it impossible to discern his expression.
Could this be the Emperor's intention?
Or...
The Empress looked towards the banquet area of the Lotus Pavilion, where she saw the Imperial Tutor, Xie Yun Shen, sitting in a chair, stroking his beard with a light smile.
Could this old man's recommendation have influenced the Emperor?
But the Emperor shouldn't be so easily swayed...
How did this old man convince the Emperor to establish such a rule... Or was this a scheme targeting the Heavenly Origin Divine Sect?
The Empress's mind raced with thoughts, but for now, she continued reciting.
She glanced at Xi Xi, who was timidly holding onto Li Che's thigh.
Her red lips curved into a slight smile.
"Awarded the position of Junior Temple Guardian of the Queen Mother of the West's Enigmatic Temple, and a marriage proposal."
"As the future Crown Prince Consort, she will be the future leader of the Peach Festival and the Mother of the Nation."
As her words fell...
Crack, crack, crack—
The sky seemed to tremble.
The spring thunder rumbled.
The entire white jade square fell silent.
Inside and outside the second and third cities of the Divine Capital, everyone was stunned and bewildered.
Whether it was the leaders of the various divine sects or the martial artists within and outside the three cities, all were astonished and at a loss.
A Crown Prince Consort has been chosen in advance?!
The future leader of the Peach Festival will be the Empress?!
They haven't even chosen a Crown Prince, and they've already selected a Crown Prince Consort?!
What a grand gesture! But the question is... Will they accept it?
As this thought crossed their minds, everyone's thoughts diverged, and their gazes instinctively turned to the front of the white jade square.
There, standing in the spring rain, was a tall figure in a black shirt.
Li Che, holding Xi Xi's hand, had a face that suddenly turned gloomy.
First update of the month. Seeking monthly votes, continued support, and readers! I'll continue working hard this month. Don't worry, the story has just begun, and I'll explain later. Thanks for reading!
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