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Chapter 1374 - Chapter 1374 Chapter 666 Night Banquet

Chapter 1374: Chapter 666: Night Banquet Chapter 1374: Chapter 666: Night Banquet “Useless!”

Liu Xiao Jun disdainfully transmitted his voice, “I will take back everything I have lost over these years, all at once!”

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Longxi Traveling Pavilion

After the first day of the competition, the group of five returned to their lodging, which had originally been a quiet, deserted courtyard but had now become immensely popular.

The servants delivering invitation cards drove expensive carriages and formed an endless queue at the front door, and the number of people was still increasing.

“Wow, just one day and so many people are blocking the door; it seems you guys are really popular now.”

With Tang Luo’s sharp eyes, he quickly glanced over the business cards and invitation cards in the hands of the crowd and smiled at the people behind him.

“Just the first day and they have already found our lodging, and such a large group has gathered. It seems we are being targeted by several Wind Media organizations!”

The semi-professional intelligence worker Yun Xiu was the first to see the problem behind the thriving scene and expressed her concern.

Xiao Ziyu, however, had a different opinion, “The strong should naturally live in the public eye. Even if others have ill intentions, with our strength, should we be afraid?”

“If the young master dislikes it, I can drive them all away!”

Meng Jiao glanced at the people on the ground and said darkly.

Listening to the increasingly off-topic conversation, Tang Bin coughed lightly and said, “There’s no need to be so nervous, this is Kunwu County, where rules set by Martial Saint Mountain apply, and looking at these people, they seem to be here just for normal visits. After the battle for champions, you all will inevitably become well-known throughout Longzhou, and such visits will only increase. We should get used to them sooner rather than later.”

“The old instructor speaks wisely,” Tang Luo laughed and agreed, “In the future, you all will definitely stand on your own, and it’s better to get accustomed to the social interactions of the aristocratic families early on. So, you all will handle this crowd of guests.”

Having shifted the responsibility, Tang Luo did not wait for a response and stepped into the courtyard, followed by the loud voice of the housekeeper.

Interactions among aristocratic families might sound upscale, but they are not that profound.

The envoys come merely to exchange business cards, schedule visit times, and establish good connections.

This goodwill is not exclusively for Longxi, but any strong competitor who shone today would receive such treatment.

After all, securing a visitation slot requires little effort, but if one truly becomes a titled powerhouse later, this could prove a huge fortune.

No noble family is foolish, naturally taking precautions before it is needed, which is called being foresighted.

Knowing the ins and outs here, Tang Luo was less interested; despite the envoys’ respectful addresses which made it seem as though you were already among the top eight, this was merely well-trained rhetoric.

To build rapport was for the purpose of recruitment or alliances later. In such matters, the Tang Clan was adept, otherwise, how could they have built something as big as the Longxi Alliance in just those few years?

In the eyes of most people, social reciprocations were extremely misleading, sometimes making you feel as if these people were not just friends but more like brothers; not just relatives but closer than kin.

If one lacked discernment, a few words could have them over the moon, and they might confide in someone completely.

But who are these people of Longxi? Yun Xiu, needless to say, was born in a top family and had also received professional training from Wind Media.

Meng Jiao, too, had experienced highs and lows, having tasted all the warmth and coldness of humanity in Longchang.

As for Tang Bin and Xiao Ziyu, both were from esteemed noble families and were naturally adept at handling such matters.

On the other hand, Tang Luo had been accustomed from a young age to studying and training in martial arts, focusing on his studies, and he knew the etiquette of receiving and sending off only superficially, which is why it was natural for him to delegate these mundane tasks to those more skilled.

Throughout the entire afternoon, the four members from Longxi had finally finished meeting with visiting clan envoys, exchanged business cards, and eventually saw Tang Luo in the banquet hall, feasting contentedly with an eased expression.

“Ah, you’ve arrived, hurry up and eat.”

Tang Luo loudly invited everyone to the table, praising, “The various industries of Kunwu County are really impressive, truly benefiting from the heavenly mountain and rivers. This Spiritual Food meat, all fresh and in-season, is far superior to what we get in Longxi!”

“…We’ve been busy dying out there, and you’re just here eating and drinking?”

Xiao Ziyu, with teeth itching in irritation, said indignantly, “You’re supposed to be the leader!”

“I’m just setting the stage for you.”

Tang Luo picked up a white silk napkin and wiped his mouth, “Besides, aren’t you supposed to enjoy this feeling? After today, countless noble families in Longzhou will sing praises of Xiao Ziyu’s name, isn’t reputation just about families boosting each other?”

“It’s not boosting, it’s fact.”

Xiao Ziyu sat at the table with pride, declaring, “This session’s title of hero at the competition will surely include me.”

“Of course, of course, everyone please take your seats as well, eat and drink your fill, we have the competition tomorrow.”

Tang Luo, smiling, said, “Today’s three rounds mostly weeded out the weak with zero victories out of three battles, tomorrow won’t be so easy. Especially for you, Meng Jiao.”

Just as Meng Jiao sat down, upon hearing Tang Luo speak of him, he involuntarily thought of standing up again.

“Sit down, sit down, no need to be nervous.”

Tang Luo waved his hand casually, “Today at the arena, I saw several Inner Sect Disciples from the Hundred Herbs Immortal Mansion, solidly basic, not lacking in martial arts prowess, and the ‘Hundred Herbs Medicine Scripture’ had a noticeably effective counter to poison attacks.”

“Who overpowers whom, we’ll know after the fight.” Meng Jiao clenched his fist, speaking resolutely, “Meng Jiao will definitely display the valor of Marshal Star Pavilion, not bring shame to the Pavilion Master!”

“No need to be so serious.” Tang Luo smiled, “People are more important than their reputation, if the fight is too tough, there’s no shame in admitting defeat.”

“But…”

“No buts, do as I say.”

“Yes… Pavilion Master.”

After instructing Meng Jiao, Tang Luo then said to the others, “The same goes for everyone. Although I said this year’s goal is half of Longxi, reputation is not as important as life. Treat the hero’s competition as an opportunity to spar with masters, and if overpowered, just concede. There will be other days, it’s nothing disgraceful.”

Upon hearing these words, Tang Bin couldn’t help but be profoundly moved, “Damn, the fiend has grown up, just a few decades in, and he’s already lecturing me!”

Amid the laughter, the assembly indulged in the feast, and although there were only five people, all were highly skilled martial artists, they soon cleared the table full of Spiritual Food.

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Chengzhou, Diancang Mountain

The Yun Clan had obviously not anticipated that the first challenge Longyuan would face after just returning to land would be so brutal.

Commissioned to come to Longzhou, the elite from the Fire Department did not hesitate to launch an attack on the Yun Clan members.

The intent to make a forceful move was clear, showing no desire to capture anyone alive; the leaders had a clear aim — they wanted control of Longyuan’s Minor Spiritual Realm and the title of the Heavenly Patrol Envoy.

Luckily, the Yun Clan’s Wind Media valued both media and martial skills. Although the attack was sudden, the scouts did not miss it, and after a tough battle, the Yun Clan’s main forces retreated back into the Spirit Realm of Longyuan.

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