Chapter 400 - 76: Domain List Ninety-Three! Put Skills to the Test!

Chapter 400: Chapter 76: Domain List Ninety-Three! Put Skills to the Test!

Luo Cheng paid no attention to the gazes of Xiao Lie and the others, and apologized to Jin Tiandu:

“Eldest Prince, I’ve caused you trouble.”

After all, this was the banquet hosted by the Eldest Prince, yet trouble had arisen because of him.

“Not at all. That is my sincere sentiment—if I’d known you were in the Imperial City, I would’ve personally come to greet you.”

Jin Tiandu smiled warmly, glanced at Luo Cheng with bright eyes, and said with a laugh:

“From the very first meeting, I suspected you were no ordinary talent. It seems now, I wasn’t wrong.”

These words were no idle flattery.

From their initial encounter in Linjiang City, Jin Tiandu had noticed that despite his young age, Luo Cheng carried a Killing Aura and an exceptional demeanor.

Who could have guessed that this same Luo Cheng was the one who dared to oppose the Eighth Prince Jin Min at the Xuanyuan Sect!

When he learned of Luo Cheng’s identity from the Ninth Princess Jin Yuxi, Jin Tiandu had been thoroughly startled.

Even more astonishing was the fact that Luo Cheng had managed to dominate the Three Sects Martial Arts Competition, seizing the first-place prize.

Upon hearing that Luo Cheng was being hunted by the Blood Eagle, caught between life and death, Jin Tiandu had even dispatched people to investigate.

But there was no news to be found, and eventually, he had to let the matter drop.

Luo Cheng said, “Eldest Prince flatters me.”

Jin Tiandu shook his head. “With singular effort, you turned the tide at the Three Sects Martial Arts Competition, earning the Xuanyuan Sect the top honor—this is no feat any ordinary person could achieve.”

“A pity that my Ninth Sister isn’t here. If she knew you came to the Imperial City, she would surely be delighted.”

At that moment, a figure approached.

“Haha, Jin Tiandu, didn’t you promise to introduce your friend to me?”

The newcomer had a tall, lean build, a treasure sword hanging at his waist, sword-like brows, and jade-like facial features. His eyes sparkled like the stars in the sky—it was the same young man who had been seated by Jin Tiandu earlier.

Jin Tiandu smiled and introduced him, “This is Li Shaofeng, a disciple of the Extreme Dao Sect within the Great Chu Dynasty! Ninth Layer of the Awakening Vein Realm, ranked ninety-third on the Domain List!”

“And this is Luo Cheng, the winner of the Three Sects Martial Arts Competition in our Great Yue Dynasty this year! Even Hua Jingyang, who awakened the Spirit Martial Soul, fell to his hand, and he managed to escape unscathed despite being hunted by a Middle Stage Awakening Vein powerhouse!”

Jin Tiandu introduced Luo Cheng with solemnity.

Li Shaofeng merely spared Luo Cheng a cursory glance and remained indifferent.

He had already heard about Luo Cheng’s deeds.

First place in the Three Sects Martial Arts Competition? Such rankings filled with more fluff than substance meant nothing to him.

To him, a weakling with a Wasted Martial Soul wasn’t even worth considering as a peer.

He couldn’t understand why Jin Tiandu thought it worthwhile to introduce this sort of person to him.

They were simply worlds apart.

Seeing this, Jin Tiandu sighed inwardly.

He admired Luo Cheng’s character and had hoped to foster a connection between Luo Cheng and Li Shaofeng, but it seemed his efforts were all in vain.

“This is Miss Luo Yao of Lingyun Pavilion, from the Luo Family of Central Continent.”

Jin Tiandu did not elaborate much on Luo Yao.

The weight of the words “Luo Family of Central Continent” was sufficient.

Indeed, Li Shaofeng’s gaze slid right past Luo Cheng, settling on Luo Yao instead. A smile blossomed on his face as he said:

“Miss Luo Yao, please take the seat of honor.”

Li Shaofeng made a courteous gesture with his right hand.

“No need; I’ll sit right here.”

Luo Yao smiled gently and took a seat beside Luo Cheng.

Li Shaofeng’s face froze momentarily. He wasn’t the type to persist in the face of rejection, so after casting a glance at Luo Cheng, he turned and left.

“I’ll excuse myself for now.”

Jin Tiandu followed him.

Luo Cheng watched Li Shaofeng’s departing figure and asked Luo Yao:

“Is being ranked ninety-third on the Domain List considered strong?”

“Haha, so you don’t even know about the Domain List.”

Seated nearby, Liu Yifeng couldn’t resist sneering, his gaze dripping with condescension as he regarded Luo Cheng like a frog at the bottom of a well:

“The so-called Domain List refers to the top one hundred combatants of a given Realm within the Yunlan Domain Group! Across the entire Yunlan Domain Group, there are countless Awakening Vein experts—yet Senior Brother Li Shaofeng ranks ninety-third. Tell me, is that strong or not?”

Luo Cheng remained silent.

The Yunlan Domain Group consisted of three great dynasties, six medium-sized dynasties, and dozens of small nations, with a population numbering in the billions—and geniuses as plentiful as fish crossing a river!

Even securing the hundredth spot was akin to surviving a perilous gauntlet—an achievement few could hope to attain.

Liu Yifeng was satisfied with Luo Cheng’s reaction and continued:

“Beyond the Domain List, there’s the even more astounding Continental List. To be ranked there is a rarity among rarities, and those who manage to do so have the potential to ascend to kingship or even achieve sainthood!”

As he spoke, Liu Yifeng swirled his teacup and scoffed, “But such things have nothing to do with you. Knowing won’t help. You’d better focus on your cultivation and strive to break through the Awakening Vein Realm first!”

Luo Cheng cast him a faint glance. “By that logic, the Domain List and the Continental List are relevant to you, are they not?”

“You!”

Liu Yifeng’s face turned livid.

He was at the Third Layer Peak of the Awakening Vein Realm, having awakened a Seven-star Martial Soul—an enviable gift in the Great Yue Dynasty but far from extraordinary within the Yunlan Domain Group.

Naturally, he couldn’t compare to the unparalleled geniuses on the Domain and Continental Lists.

Though these were facts, hearing them from Luo Cheng felt unspeakably bitter!

Luo Yao’s lips curved in amusement.

She had encountered Luo Cheng’s implacable temperament several times before.

Anyone trying to take advantage of him would only find themselves burned.

Liu Yifeng noticed Luo Yao’s expression and clenched his fists tightly, his gaze growing even darker and colder.

“This brat is really arrogant—he doesn’t even respect an Extreme Dao Sect disciple like Liu Yifeng.”

“He’s only the so-called Three Sects Martial Arts Competition champion from the Great Yue Dynasty, yet he acts as if he’s some sort of big deal. Any one of us here could crush him easily.”

“Haha, it’s the fearlessness of youth. Liu Yifeng isn’t the type to let things slide; something interesting might happen soon.”

The appearance of Luo Yao had already made the atmosphere in the hall somewhat tense.

A beauty attracts longing gentlemen, and most of those present were elite young masters, each full of pride. Seeing Luo Cheng and Luo Yao sitting so close, dissatisfaction naturally brewed within them.

They could accept being outshone by Jin Tiandu, Li Shaofeng, or even Liu Yifeng.

But by a mere Outer Disciple of the Xuanyuan Sect with a Wasted Martial Soul? That was unacceptable!

Luo Cheng appeared calm and unfazed, but Liu Yifeng’s mocking words reminded him of Ji Yuanhao.

Ji Yuanhao, the Divine Son of the Ji Family, surely wielded unmatched strength. Was he listed?

On the Domain List or the Continental List? What rank?

Jin Tiandu returned to his seat and declared the banquet begun.

Immediately, celestial melodies seemed to drift through the air, and an array of fine dishes and exquisite wines were served without end.

On the open floor of the venue, young women danced with swords, their graceful figures blending seamlessly with their intricate blade techniques, eliciting applause from the young masters present.

Having been chased by the Blood Eagle into the Black Wind Forest, Luo Cheng hadn’t had a proper meal for some time. Now, he felt a rare sense of relaxation. Faced with the sumptuous feast, he couldn’t resist indulging, diving heartily into the food.

The dishes were unprecedentedly luxurious, the ingredients comprising Demon Beast Spiritual Medicines that invigorated the essence and replenished blood. Luo Cheng found himself thoroughly enjoying every bite.

Seeing this, many of those present showed disdain.

Being invited by the Eldest Prince Jin Tiandu lent a mark of prestige, and many of them hailed from noble lineage.

To them, these mountain delicacies meant little.

Moreover, once one reached the Awakening Vein Realm, ordinary food could scarcely satisfy the energy demands of such cultivators. Meals became largely centered around consuming Spirit Pills, with occasional nibbles of food merely to appease one’s appetite.

That’s where the saying “Meat for the Physical Body Realm, Pills for the Awakening Vein Realm” originated.

Here, “Pills” referred to Essence Energy Pills!

Apart from Luo Cheng, the others merely sampled the food sparingly, which made his hearty appetite stand out—so much that a few girls couldn’t help but cover their mouths and giggle.

Luo Cheng ignored them all, eating at his leisure.

Seeing him eat so voraciously, even Luo Yao and Amu couldn’t resist sharing his enthusiasm, taking a few extra bites themselves.

At the banquet, people began sharing tales of their experiences and discussing cultivation techniques.

These individuals came from various nations and were all Awakening Vein Realm experts, making their exchanges highly enlightening for Luo Cheng.

As cups and plates began to empty, and the conversations turned towards the topic of personal strength and martial arts techniques, the mood grew increasingly charged.

Xiao Lie, a disciple of Fierce Cloud Sect, had been brooding over how best to punish Luo Cheng. Feeling the time was ripe, he set down his chopsticks and declared loudly:

“Words can only take us so far! Why not settle this with fists and blades? Let’s let our hands do the talking!”

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