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Chapter 414: Inside the Echoless Tower
Chapter 414: Inside the Echoless Tower
The Echoless Tower, a massive structure, consisted of nine main buildings.
Li Yuan, guided by Princess Jiang Xuan, had arrived at the highest floor of the Echoless Tower, the most central and important hall.
This hall covered an area of nearly one kilometer in diameter, adorned with various exquisite and rare decorations, not just haphazardly placed but carefully designed, creating an atmosphere akin to a fairyland.
In the center of the hall was a small lake-like structure, with misty waves rippling across its surface. In the middle of the lake, numerous dancers gracefully performed, all of them Flying Heaven Rank with enchanting figures.
The most captivating sight, however, was a purple-robed musician infusing Source Energy into various instruments.
The combination of these instruments created music with an incredibly special and infectious power.
Even Li Yuan's heart was touched by this performance.
Princess Jiang Xuan, standing nearby, and the Flying Heaven Rank individuals in the surrounding private rooms, all had a trace of infatuation on their faces.
Apparently, this music had a profound effect on them.
"Hmm? A Demigod-level musician?" Li Yuan's eyes flashed with surprise.
A musician of this caliber was undoubtedly a powerful soul attack expert, yet they were content to be just a musician here?
"Brother Xu, the music here is extraordinary, isn't it?"
Princess Jiang Xuan whispered, "The Echoless Tower is the most beautiful musical place in the Nine Sounds Tower. It can touch the souls of life. Some weaker individuals, upon hearing it, might even uncontrollably cry tears of joy."
Li Yuan couldn't help but smile.
Touch the souls of life? That was an exaggeration.
However, Li Yuan had to admit that the musicians of the Nine Sounds Tower were indeed exceptional.
"Brother Xu, this way please." Princess Jiang Xuan led Xu Yuan to the entrance of the largest elegant room, where several Demigod-ranked guards stood at the door.
Their attire was similar to that of Commander Mo, indicating they were also guards of the Fog Mountain Royal Mansion.
"Your Highness, Young Master Xu Yuan," the Demigods bowed respectfully.
A silver-armored young man stepped forward to greet them.
"Big brother, Brother Xu Yuan is here," Princess Jiang Xuan introduced as she approached, "This is my brother, Prince Jiang Shan."
"Haha, Brother Xu Yuan, welcome," the silver-armored young man smiled warmly, "I heard a few days ago that Sha Xi Void Deity ordered you to be directly placed in the tenth position on the Divine Flame Palace's Flight Heaven Ranking. I was curious about who it was, and today, when my younger sister returned, I learned that you two had already met."
The silver-armored youth exuded extraordinary handsomeness and nobility, resembling a noble prince. His smile was so warm and enthusiastic that it naturally inspired a sense of trust.
This was the current top genius of the Abyss Kingdom's Imperial Clan, Prince Jiang Shan.
"I've heard a lot about Prince Jiang Shan, and it's an honor to meet you today," Li Yuan said politely.
The other party's strength and status were truly remarkable, and establishing a connection with them could be beneficial for Li Yuan's ventures on the Star Perception Continent.
Hoo! Hoo!
Two more figures emerged from the elegant room. One wore a black robe, had a robust build, and exuded a domineering aura.
The other wore a white robe, with long hair casually draped over his shoulders, giving him a carefree air.
"Xu Yuan."
Prince Jiang Shan smiled and pointed at the robust man in the black robe, "Let me introduce him. This is Baili Teng, my good friend. His father is Marquis Dark River, but he doesn't rely on his father's status. Instead, he secured his position in the top ten of the Abyss Kingdom's Demigod Ranking solely through his own abilities. He's on the verge of achieving the Ethereal Deity Realm, and in three months, he'll also be heading to the Star City. I thought it would be good for everyone to get to know each other beforehand."
"Baili Teng?" Li Yuan wondered silently.
On their way here, Li Yuan and Princess Jiang Xuan had been discussing the identities of the two individuals they were about to meet at the banquet, and Li Yuan had learned that both were quite extraordinary.
Li Yuan also knew that among the publicly acknowledged Demigods in the Abyss Kingdom, only two possessed the Seven-Star Meridian, and they occupied the first and second positions on the Demigod Ranking.
To stand out among the hundreds of thousands of Demigods in the Abyss Kingdom and rank in the top ten required exceptional strength.
At the very least, they all possessed the Six-Star Meridian, mastered the Ninefold Body Refining Star Technique, and their Law Insight generally reached the Ethereal Deity Level... In summary, to be in the top ten of the Abyss Kingdom's Demigod Ranking meant their strength was very close to, if not already at, the threshold of the Ethereal Deity Realm.
"Greetings, Brother Xu Yuan," Baili Teng's voice was steady and composed.
"Brother Baili," Li Yuan smiled, feeling the need to be equally polite in response to Baili Teng's courtesy.
In terms of strength, he was still far inferior to Baili Teng.
"This is also my good friend, Yan Long," Prince Jiang Shan smiled and introduced the man in the white robe, "He's the son of my father's sworn brother, Yan Qing Void Deity. He's also at the Demigod Peak."
"Xu Yuan," Yan Long nodded casually in his white robe.
Li Yuan also nodded slightly. How sharp was his perception? He seemed to detect a hint of hostility in Demigod Yan Long, even though it was well-concealed.
Hostility?
He didn't think he had offended Yan Long.
Soon, everyone took their seats, and a variety of exquisite delicacies were continuously served.
"Today's banquet is mainly to congratulate Xu Yuan on becoming one of the top ten on the Flight Heaven Ranking and to celebrate his promising future," Prince Jiang Shan sighed with emotion, "Secondly, it's also to thank Brother Xu Yuan for helping my younger sister in the Abyss Demon Blood Cavern."
"It was nothing," Li Yuan smiled.
"Oh?" Baili Teng asked curiously, "Brother Xu Yuan, you also saved Princess Jiang Xuan? I heard that the Abyss Demon Blood Cavern experienced another Blood Plague outbreak, and you managed to survive it. Brother Xu Yuan, your strength is extraordinary!"
"The number of Demigod-level beasts that died at Brother Xu's hands is not small," Princess Jiang Xuan smiled beside him.
"It was just luck," Li Yuan smiled.
This was what Princess Jiang Xuan had told him on their way here.
She hadn't revealed Li Yuan's true strength, not even to her brother, Prince Jiang Shan. She only mentioned that Li Yuan had the ability to kill Demigod-level beasts.
(End of Chapter)The Flying Heaven Warrior, capable of slaying Demi-God Rank Beasts, is a rare feat, but there are still a few in the Abyss Kingdom who can achieve it.
After all, most Demi-God Rank Beasts are only at the threshold of Demi-God power.
"Xu Yuan, slaying a Demi-God Rank Beast is impressive," the white-robed Yan Long casually laughed, "But you also got lucky. The most dangerous creature in the Abyss Demon Blood Cavern is the Blood Demon. If you had encountered the Blood Demon, Xu Yuan, I'm afraid..." He chuckled, "Luck is also a form of strength."
"Not encountering the Blood Demon was indeed my good fortune," Li Yuan smiled.
"I'm a straightforward person, and my words might not be pleasant," Yan Long shook his head, "But I'll be direct. If this is the extent of your strength, when you face life-and-death trials in Perception Star City, you must be careful. You won't always have this kind of luck, or you might end up dying in Perception Star City."
Everyone was taken aback.
None of them were fools; they understood the underlying meaning in Yan Long's words.
"I'll be careful," Li Yuan smiled, not wanting to engage further.
Unclear about Yan Long's hostility, Li Yuan chose not to respond, especially as a newcomer.
Li Yuan didn't mind Yan Long's words, but Princess Jiang Xuan beside him frowned, "Yan Long, what's wrong with you today? If you can't speak nicely, say less."
She didn't care about Yan Long's thoughts.
"Haha, I'm straightforward, and Xu Yuan won't mind, right?" Yan Long laughed.
"I do mind," Princess Jiang Xuan glared.
Yan Long was stunned.
"Alright," Prince Jiang Shan spoke up, "Jiang Xuan, Yan Long is also your brother, don't be disrespectful... Xu Yuan, Yan Long is straightforward, and I apologize on his behalf. I hope you can forgive him."
"No problem," Li Yuan smiled, "Yan Long spoke the truth. My strength indeed needs improvement."
Li Yuan had figured out the relationships among them.
Prince Jiang Shan was a young leader from the Imperial Clan.
Bai Li Teng, with a strong background and formidable power, was likely someone Prince Jiang Shan wanted to befriend.
Yan Long, too, seemed to be someone Prince Jiang Shan wanted to befriend, but not for his strength; rather, it was because of his father.
"Yan Long's father was close to the Mist Mountain King, but the king is now deceased," Li Yuan thought, "Does Prince Jiang Shan want to continue receiving Yan Qing's support?"
"And me?"
"This Prince Jiang Shan, he's probably sincere in his gratitude, but his desire to befriend me is likely genuine too," Li Yuan had various thoughts.
Time passed.
Yan Long didn't say anything further, and everyone chatted happily as if nothing unpleasant had happened.
"Hmph."
Yan Long appeared cheerful but was inwardly displeased, "This Xu Yuan, I wonder what luck he had to receive Sha Xi's order, replacing Leng Yan's position, and gaining the qualification to go to Perception Star City... Could it be Prince Jiang Shan's doing? My father paid such a price, yet I couldn't secure a trial spot in Perception Star City."
Yan Long was annoyed with Li Yuan.
In his eyes, Li Yuan's strength was impressive, but he doubted it was top-ten Flying Heaven Rank.
Moreover, with the spots already assigned, a replacement was evident, indicating someone's intervention.
Yan Long, on the other hand, seemed prominent in the capital, but his limited cultivation, even with his father's help, peaked at Demi-God Rank, disqualifying him from Perception Star City.
"And Jiang Xuan, that little girl, seems smitten with Xu Yuan," Yan Long thought, "Hmph, securing a trial spot in Perception Star City is rare. Each time, only a few Flying Heaven Rank individuals across the continent truly join Perception Star City."
"Even Prince Jiang Shan couldn't join Perception Star City at Flying Heaven Rank. Xu Yuan might die there," Yan Long thought.
But he dared not voice these thoughts.
After all, this was Prince Jiang Shan's banquet, and he didn't want to provoke the prince's anger.
...
The Echoless Tower's music and dance were captivating.
In a private room, Li Yuan conversed with Prince Jiang Shan and Bai Li Teng, learning about things he hadn't known before.
"It's extremely difficult for Flying Heaven Rank individuals to directly join Perception Star City?" Li Yuan was surprised.
"Yes."
Bai Li Teng nodded, "Perception Star City recruits preparatory members, mostly Demi-Gods. Those recruited at Flying Heaven Rank are rare, and the requirements are extremely strict. I and Prince Jiang Shan both tried when we were Flying Heaven Rank, but we were unsuccessful."
"Prince Jiang Shan didn't make it?" Li Yuan was astonished.
"We were close," Prince Jiang Shan shook his head, "Normally, our Abyss Kingdom might not have a Flying Heaven Rank individual every five thousand years. But going for the trial always brings some opportunities."
"In any case, endure as long as you can, and the benefits will be greater," Prince Jiang Shan said, "Like this, once you reach Demi-God Rank, the chances of joining Perception Star City will be much higher."
"Okay," Li Yuan nodded.
Apparently, neither Prince Jiang Shan nor Bai Li Teng believed Li Yuan could directly join Perception Star City.
Suddenly.
Rumble~ At the entrance of this floor's hall, over a dozen figures with impressive auras surrounded a black-robed youth as they entered.
"Where is Xu Yuan? Leng Yan has come to pay a visit," a gentle voice echoed throughout the hall, overpowering the music and immediately drawing the attention of the private room guests.
(Chapter End)
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