Chapter 104: Chapter 104: Fame Spreads Across Beiyou
A night without sleep.
Ji Chen sat in the courtyard for the entire night.
Until the early morning of the next day, from a direction in Bicheng, came the sound of a grand drum.
The gates of the Ye Family opened wide, as today marked the birthday celebration of the family’s elder, Ye Huai.
Early in the morning, many cultivators were already heading towards the Ye Family.
At this moment, in front of the Ye Family’s entrance, there were two rows of maids responsible for welcoming the guests, all dressed beautifully.
As time passed, more and more people began to enter.
Ji Chen changed into a clean white robe and also arrived here.
Due to the large number of participants in the birthday feast, the invitation checks were skipped during the entrance.
Otherwise, if each person were to be checked, the event might have ended before the checks were completed.
Ji Chen arrived alone and smoothly entered the Ye Family.
In a square, here had long been crowded with a large number of cultivators. Although the feast had not officially started, many people gathered in small groups, discussing some recent hot topics.
"The chaos of the Profound Domain’s beast tide has been quelled, but it’s said that beneath the ground of the Demon Beast Mountain Range, an ancient Great Demon is slumbering, and no one knows when it will break free."
"Those who seal themselves with a Divine Source are at least of Nirvana Realm strength, a Saint level existence. The fact that it chose to awaken in this era suggests that the ancient Saints indeed have special methods of divination, most likely deducing that there will be great opportunities in this era."
"In silence, a great era has arrived, with Taiyin, Sun, and various special constitutions arising in the same age. It’s said that aside from the Demon Beast Mountain Range, other places in Beiyou also have found the presence of Divine Sources, all containing ancient saints in slumber."
"Not just in our Beiyou, but the West Desert, Southern Region, and Eastern Desolation all likely have numerous ancient saints awakening from their Divine Sources in this era. In this age without magic, one wonders what might appear to cause so many ancient saints to awaken at once?"
Many people were discussing it, as it was a major recent event that all major forces were paying attention to.
After all, once ancient saints wake, they will undoubtedly have a major impact on the current world order.
"Who was the person who broke through in the city last night? What is their background?"
"The Nine Dragon True Tribulation... Nine Spirit Veins... It’s astonishing for such a prodigy to appear in this era without magic."
"It’s said the person’s name is Ji Chen, but the specific background is still unknown, as all major forces are currently investigating his identity."
"Unfortunately, heaven is jealous of genius. Now, his Spiritual Sea is damaged by the Celestial Tribulation, and the wound on his path is irreversible. Within a year, this Ji Chen is sure to die."
Many people sighed, feeling regret for Ji Chen.
Such a world-shocking talent encountering such disaster is truly lamentable.
Last night, during the tribulation, Ji Chen shocked the world with his Nine Spirit Veins and the Nine Dragon True Tribulation that shook all directions. Although only a night had passed, his name had already spread quickly, not just in Bicheng, but through all domains of Beiyou. Countless great forces had already gotten the news.
In the near future, the name Ji Chen is certain to spread throughout Beiyou.
"Look over there, it’s Mo Wanqing, the eldest daughter of the Mo Family, and her little brother Mo Cheng."
Amidst the crowd’s discussion, someone noticed in a corner of the square, a stunning woman appeared, none other than Mo Wanqing.
Behind her, the usually arrogant and domineering Mo Cheng was now as well-behaved as a chick.
The world knows that the Mo Family has a second-generation rich Mo Cheng, who fears nothing and no one but his sister.
And as the eldest daughter and Young Master of the ancient emperor clan, the appearance of these siblings naturally drew the attention of all attendees.
"Young Master Ji."
Mo Wanqing ignored the surrounding discussions, leading her brother Mo Cheng, and when she saw Ji Chen, she immediately greeted him.
"Fairy, long time no see." Ji Chen slightly cupped his hands towards her.
"I didn’t expect you to have Nine Spirit Veins, no wonder you could compete with me last night. It’s a pity that the wound on your path is irreversible, otherwise, I’d really like to find a time to have a proper duel with you." Mo Cheng spoke up.
He is a notorious second-generation rich in Beiyou, his conduct similar to Ji Chen’s past self, a typical playboy, with very few who he respects from childhood to now.
But last night, after witnessing Ji Chen repel the Nine Dragon True Tribulation with Nine Spirit Veins, Mo Cheng now inwardly had a bit of admiration for Ji Chen.
"Young Master Mo is joking, your strength far exceeds mine; if it came to a real fight, I wouldn’t dare say I could compete with you." Ji Chen smiled slightly.
He was not being falsely modest, as he could indeed fight beyond his level with his Nine Spirit Veins.
But Mo Cheng’s cultivation had reached above the Sixth Layer of the Returning Ruins Realm, the gap was too great.
Moreover, as the Young Master of the Desolate Ancient Emperor Race, Mo Cheng must have countless trump cards and techniques at his disposal, crossing so many levels to defeat him would be far more difficult than imagined.
The three chatted here, drawing significant attention from those around.
Many also recognized Ji Chen.
"So he is Ji Chen? The prodigy who summoned the Nine Dragon True Tribulation in Bicheng last night!"
"Nine Spirit Veins are truly incredible. Seeing him up close, he looks much younger than he appeared from afar last night."
"I wonder what his true background is? With such talent, he must be a prodigy from some ancient emperor family or Sacred Land?"
"I heard someone say he apparently comes from the Profound Domain, and his background isn’t as eminent as one might think..."
Many around were whispering.
"Are you Ji Chen?"
And at this moment, from a direction in the crowd, came a soft voice.
Then, a young man in splendid attire walked out.
His brow revealed an arrogance, standing proudly, his eyes sweeping over Ji Chen with an air of superiority.
On the young man’s forehead, there were actually horns. His appearance was similar to ordinary people, but the presence of horns gave him a somewhat unusual look.
"It’s him! Long Shiyuan! A member of the Eastern Desolation Dragon Race! It’s said he arrived in Bicheng two days ago!"
"The people of the Ancient Divine Race have indeed emerged... and it’s the Dragon Race from the Eastern Desolation, one of the most powerful among many Ancient Divine Races!"
Someone exclaimed, recognizing the young man, and began to discuss.
Ji Chen was also slightly surprised, no wonder the young man’s appearance was a bit special, it turned out he was not a human cultivator, but a member of the Ancient Dragon Race.
In today’s world, humans are not the only race in existence.
Races like the Eastern Desolation Dragon Race, the West Desert Demon Race, and the Southern Region Phoenix Race, are all powerful races that have been passed down for tens of thousands of years.
It’s said that they were among the first beings to appear in this world, true overlords of ancient times.
Back then, humans were still weak, constantly oppressed by these ancient divine beings. Even now, the relationship between the two races remains sensitive, with frequent conflicts and mutual disdain.