Chapter 1313 1272: Sage King's Birthday Banquet

"Hmm, it's the birthday banquet of Sage King Li Chongshan, the current overseer of the Ancient City of the Heavenly Capital..." The Elder of the Hundred Knowledge Palace's eyes flickered with a faint gleam as he spoke, "Sage King Li Chongshan, he is considered an impressive figure, extremely noble, and is the younger twin brother of the current Holy Sovereign, Qiannan King."

He paused slightly before continuing, "On the surface, Sage King Li Chongshan is the overseer of this Ancient City of the Heavenly Capital and an old-timer of the Mystic Heaven Position... Hmm, his strength is slightly stronger than mine, and in reality, he is also a formidable King Level Alchemist."

"Really?" Chen Fei expressed mild surprise and curiosity.

"Yes." The Elder of the Hundred Knowledge Palace nodded and said, "Li Chongshan went to Pill Saint City to explore fifty years ago. Later, he reportedly became a disciple under a certain Grandmaster of Pill Sovereign, which is why Qiannan King entrusted him with managing the Ancient City of the Heavenly Capital..."

The Elder of the Hundred Knowledge Palace paused again before saying, "However, Li Chongshan clearly has no interest in this and is solely focused on researching the art of Alchemy, keeping a low profile... Recently, there have been rumors saying that Li Chongshan is already a Four Star King Level Alchemist."

"Under the Pill Sovereign, a Four Star King Level Alchemist? Now that is interesting..." Upon hearing this, Chen Fei squinted and smiled, showing some interest. Beyond the King Level Alchemist is the Grandmaster of Pill Sovereign, a figure with considerable weight even in the Cultivation World's Alchemist Circle—a prominent person.

For Sage King Li Chongshan to become a disciple under such a Grandmaster of Pill Path, it must indeed be quite noteworthy.

"Then let's go have a look." Chen Fei chuckled softly and nodded. It's good to check it out, especially when there's nothing better to do.

"Alright." The Elder of the Hundred Knowledge Palace nodded excitedly and said, "I have a decent personal relationship with Li Chongshan. When the time comes, I'll introduce you. Being Alchemists, you should have a lot to discuss."

"Perhaps." Chen Fei smiled, casually drew an invitation card, and waved it at the Elder of the Hundred Knowledge Palace, "Tomorrow night, correct? See you then."

With that, he turned around and left without hesitation. This time, he truly departed.

After Chen Fei left the division of the Hundred Knowledge Palace, a shadow in the darkness narrowed its eyes, revealing joy, and stealthily departed as well.

Simultaneously, Chen Fei glanced thoughtfully in that direction, then grinned, shook his head with a smile, and continued to leave, as if unaware. As of now, why should these small mice be of any concern to him?

Thus, the night.

The renowned power in the Ancient City of the Heavenly Capital—Tuojiang Mountain!

This is a grand and magnificent architectural complex built atop mountains in the city, with waterfalls cascading, white water like a Silver Dragon, and colorful fog encircling the hills.

This place is undeniably a treasure land!

At this moment, within a seemingly inconspicuous hall inside Tuojiang Mountain, the One-legged Crow coldly looked at the people kneeling before him and demanded, "What did you say? That kid came out from the Hundred Knowledge Palace."

"Yes, sir." The person was drenched in sweat and gasped heavily from immense pressure, saying, "I personally saw him come out from the Hundred Knowledge Palace, alone. I wouldn't be mistaken. Now, we've had our people watch him closely, and he is in the city, hasn't left!"

"Where? Take me to him right now!" The One-legged Crow stood immediately, his aura towering, demon qi filling the skies, ready to capture Chen Fei.

"Wait!" But then another imposing figure beside him stopped him, shaking his head, "Not now."

This imposing figure was none other than the master of Tuojiang Mountain, a peak expert of Great Heaven Rank—Jinbi Mountain Master!

"Why?" The One-legged Crow froze and then glared angrily at Jinbi Mountain Master, "You know we don't have much time."

"I know!" Jinbi Mountain Master nodded with a somber expression, "But that kid is quite strong. If we go now to capture him, it will surely cause a scene!"

"So what?" One-legged Crow retorted coldly.

"Did you forget what day tomorrow is?" Jinbi Mountain Master said coldly.

"What day?" One-legged Crow asked.

"Sage King Li Chongshan's grand birthday!" Jinbi Mountain Master slowly met One-legged Crow's gaze, the latter's eyes narrowing instantly.

"Sage King... Li Chongshan?" One-legged Crow's face went through several changes before he ultimately slumped back in his seat with an expression of defeat, his face dark and eyes venomous as he muttered, "You lucked out this time, brat! However, let's see if you'll be so fortunate after Sage King's birthday! Hmph..."

Disregarding Li Chongshan's identity as the younger twin brother of the current Qiannan King, just his own status, as an old-time Mystic Heaven Position figure, formidable battle records, terrifying combat power, and reputedly a significant King Level Alchemist with a vast network extending from the Triple Emperor Domain, would deter One-legged Crow from offending such a figure recklessly. Unless his master came personally, it might just suffice.

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The next night, the City Lord's Mansion in the Ancient City of the Heavenly Capital.

This is an enormous private mansion nestled against the mountain and water, built on the city's finest Spirit Vein!

Nestled by the water, a feng shui treasure land that feels like a wonderland.

And tonight, at this late hour, is the grand birthday banquet of the City Lord Mansion's master, the legendary Sage King—Li Chongshan! Four hundred years old.

The people from the Hundred Knowledge Palace arrived inconspicuously. Chen Fei was mixed in with them.

"Ah! Masters from the Hundred Knowledge Palace? Please, each of you esteemed masters, come inside quickly." After checking the invitation letters from Elder of the Hundred Knowledge Palace, Chen Fei, and others, the mansion cultivator immediately went silent like a cold cicada and respectfully escorted them into the City Lord's Mansion.

Inside the City Lord's Mansion, in a picturesque forest clearing, stood a longevity stage in the center, with tables set up, already seating and gathering quite a number of guests.

These people were all dazzling, appearing either wealthy or noble, and the aura they exuded was also quite powerful, making one feel considerable pressure. Every move they made radiated the feeling of 'I am a strong one', 'I am an upper-class person'.

However, when they saw Chen Fei, Elder of the Hundred Knowledge Palace and their group entering, without exception, almost everyone of some status stood up with solemn expressions and greeted them.

"Greetings, elder!"

"So it's the elders from the Hundred Knowledge Palace, this junior is honored."

"These are people from the Hundred Knowledge Palace? They look so ordinary, but they give off a feeling like wild beasts..."

"Isn't that obvious? The senior elder from the Hundred Knowledge Palace is a Mystic Heaven Position King!"

...

The Elder of the Hundred Knowledge Palace looked calmly at this scene, then quietly asked Chen Fei: "Sit in the front or the back?"

"The back." Chen Fei said with a smile, casually finding an unobtrusive spot to sit.

In this kind of occasion, he's not familiar. Going to the front would be too conspicuous, no need.

Seeing this, the Elder of the Hundred Knowledge Palace hesitated for a moment, then said to the people beside him: "You go to the front."

"Yes, Elder Xue." The people from the Hundred Knowledge Palace nodded, moving forward with dragon-like strides. Generally speaking, those with status would sit at the front of the longevity banquet, though exceptions like Chen Fei do exist.

On treetops, under eaves, hung with celebratory red lanterns, written with large 'longevity' characters, emitting a faint exotic fragrance, pleasing and reassuring.

"These things are nice." Chen Fei sniffed, casually took a fruit nearby and took a bite, smiling: "All these red lanterns burn Snow Dragon Herb, making people feel pleased and relaxed, effective even for True Monarch Realm individuals. Quite the extravagance."

"Hehe~ After all, it is the Sage King's mansion. Li Chongshan this old chap has no shortage except Spirit Stones, too many to spend, hahaha." The Elder of the Hundred Knowledge Palace also laughed lightly.

That's how it is with alchemists, two words, money! Three words, lots of money! Four words, very wealthy! The more advanced an alchemist, the more apparent this is. Chen Fei is like this, he never worried about having Spirit Stones, because he's covered in gold, all money...

"Hehehe~~ Grandpa Xue, you're here. Why sit back here, if I hadn't seen Protector Chang Ge and the others, I wouldn't have known you arrived." At this moment, a waft of fragrance came, and an elegant girl's laughter followed.

Chen Fei and the Elder of the Hundred Knowledge Palace slightly startled, following the voice, seeing a girl in her youthful years floating over. The girl appeared quite delicate, with a pleasing appearance, and most striking was her skin and aura, white and supple, slender waist, and prominent bust and hips, an absolute beauty.

So beautiful! So dazzling!

Because of this woman's arrival, quite a few cultivators around were staring wide-eyed.

Within the venue, other guests, especially the young ones, directed their gaze over, resting on this woman. "It's little Xun'er, come, sit here. Let me introduce you."

The Elder of the Hundred Knowledge Palace kindly patted the seat next to him, indicating the girl to sit and talk.

Then he turned to Chen Fei with a teasing tone, smiling: "How about this? See Li old man's little granddaughter, if you like, I can matchmake for you with the old man~ This little lass seems to be one of the three beauties of Ancient City of the Heavenly Capital."

"Grandpa Xue, what nonsense are you talking?" The stunning girl immediately blushed, playfully scolding, stirring the hearts of many young onlookers. So beautiful, Miss Li Xun'er is just so exquisite, the finest!

Li Xun'er, Sage King Li Chongshan's most cherished granddaughter, one of the recognized three beauties of Ancient City of the Heavenly Capital! Beautiful and elegant, excellent physique, coveted by countless wolves, stirring longing calls in the night.

Not only that, Li Xun'er is not a mere flower vase, but a renowned alchemy genius of the Ancient City of the Heavenly Capital, an impeccable figure. At just thirty or forty years old, she is already a King Level Alchemist, albeit only one star, but enough for many to remain in awe their whole life.

After all, a King Level Alchemist at thirty or forty, isn't that frightening just thinking about it, so extraordinary?!

"Hehe~ Little Xun'er, your Grandpa Xue is not talking nonsense. Look, see the lad besides me, how about I matchmake for you two? If you can come together, it would certainly be your luck and fortune, you know?" The Elder of Hundred Knowledge Palace, with a meaningful smile.