"Our Highness has more important matters to attend to and has no time to waste chatting idly with you."
The man in golden armor spoke as he stepped forward to stop the man in purple robes.
The man in purple robes smiled faintly and said, "Alright, you can leave, but leave the Demon Emperorâs Divine Weapon behind. I promise my men wonât trouble you."
"Divine Weapon?"
Yan Ruyu frowned slightly, thinking to herself, "It seems this guy already knows."
As the man in purple robes noticed the subtle change in Yan Ruyuâs expression, he casually ran his fingers through his hair.
"Ever since my Divine Body was perfected, I have yet to find a weapon that suits me well. Perhaps the Demon Emperorâs Divine Weapon is worth a try."
The man in purple robes smirked darkly, his words implying that if the Divine Weapon wasnât to his liking, he would easily discard it.
To Yan Ruyu and her companions, these words were nothing short of a grave insult.
Yan Ruyu took a deep breath, trying her best to calm herself.
In a situation like this, composure was her best weapon.
Once she steadied her emotions, Yan Ruyu raised her head and looked directly at the man in purple robes, her voice firm as she said, "Sir, I fear you must be mistaken. We donât have any so-called Demon Emperorâs Divine Weapon here."
"Ha ha..."
The man in purple robes laughed, his grin growing wider.
It was as though he had already anticipated Yan Ruyuâs answer.
He let out a disdainful chuckle, his voice tinged with mockery: "Oh? Really? Princess Yan Ruyu, do you truly think I know nothing?"
Yan Ruyuâs eyebrows twitched slightly, sensing deeper meaning in his words.
She composed herself and responded, "I donât understand what you mean."
The man in purple robes shook his head lightly, as if mocking Yan Ruyuâs ignorance.
"Years ago, the Demon Emperorâs Divine Weapon burst forth from its tomb, shaking the entire continent. Such a forceâeven great cultivatorsâfelt its impact. In the end, didnât your Treasure Basin claim it?"
The man in purple robes described the events as if he had witnessed them firsthand.
Yan Ruyu was shocked, not expecting the man in purple robes to know the matter so well.
This demonstrated that the cultivation of the man in purple robes was certainly formidable.
Yan Ruyu refused to easily admit anything: "Sir, I know nothing of what youâre saying. The Treasure Basin has amazing powers, but it cannot collect just anything."
"Heh heh..."
The man in purple robes didnât seem to mind Yan Ruyuâs denial, letting out two cold chuckles.
Just then, the night sky suddenly darkened.
"The Moon Rises Over the Sea!"
Following the man in purple robesâ booming shout, a radiant moon appeared in the vast starry sky.
"Huh?"
The crowd was stunned upon seeing this.
This "The Moon Rises Over the Sea" phenomenon was an ancient Wheel Sea vision. How could the man in purple robes wield it?
In Yan Ruyuâs eyes, a flash of astonishment appearedâshe finally understood. The man in purple robes before her was none other than Ji Haoyue, the seventh prince of the Ji family.
Ji Haoyue, as one of the familyâs most outstanding members, had talent and power unmatched by many.
"So thatâs how it is."
Yan Ruyu murmured softly, "Iâve long heard of Mr. Jiâs reputation. Seeing you today, you truly live up to the name."
Ji Haoyueâs lips curled into a confident smile.
In his eyes, his strength had already cowed everyone present.
"Your Highness, youâve finally come to understand."
Ji Haoyueâs tone carried a playful edge. "While the Treasure Basin is impressive, it pales in comparison to my Ji familyâs Wheel Sea visions."
Yan Ruyu drew a deep breath, knowing she couldnât lose her composure before Ji Haoyue.
"Mr. Ji, though the Treasure Basin isnât omnipotent, it isnât so easily replaced either."
Her voice was firm.
Ji Haoyue was momentarily stunned; he hadnât expected Yan Ruyu to remain so composed after witnessing his Wheel Sea vision.
"Very well, Miss Yan, let me see what youâre capable of."
At this moment, the moon in the night sky grew even brighter, illuminating the entire sea.
The crowdâs gaze was once again drawn to it.
They knew that tonightâs celestial phenomenon would be an unforgettable memory.
Yan Ruyu, however, had crafted a plan in her mind.
She understood that making enemies with a grand family like the Ji family was unwise.
But she wouldnât give up easily either. She would prove the worth of the Treasure Basin in her own way.
Because protecting the Great Emperorâs Holy Treasure was the most important task.
"Your Highness, allow me to face this boy!"
As Yan Ruyu was absorbed in her thoughts, an elderly demon clan servant suddenly stepped forward.
Yan Ruyu was about to stop her, but the old woman had already propelled herself into the air, charging at Ji Haoyue.
Watching the old woman rush forward, Ji Haoyue stood motionless, seemingly indifferent to the incoming attack.
His gaze was profound, as if awaiting something.
"Shua!"
Just as the old woman approached, the bright moon suddenly emitted a dazzling brilliance, akin to a blazing sun, illuminating the entire night sky.
Within the moonâs radiance was a powerful force.
This force instantly formed an invisible Qi Formation, enveloping the entire battlefield.
"Ah..."
The old woman, struck by the moonlight, felt an invisible pressure surging at her.
Her motion abruptly halted, as though an unseen giant hand had grabbed hold of her.
She let out a scream, struggling desperately, only to find herself unable to advance or retreat an inch.
"What... what kind of power is this?"
The old woman was filled with dread, never having encountered such a formidable Qi Formation.
Ji Haoyue smiled faintly, his voice echoing within the moonâs glow: "This is the Ji familyâs secret technique, The Moon Rises Over the Sea."
This formation was a long-established family legacy, capable of harnessing the moonâs power to create a mighty Qi Formation, suppressing enemiesâ movements, and even stripping them of their combat capability.