Chapter 1653 - 842: New Moon Palace

The center of the New Moon Palace is a vast sparse verdant bamboo forest, among which stands a huge palace exuding a dignified atmosphere. It is the largest and most luxurious building in the entire New Moon Abyss Emperor’s palace. Its name is straightforward, being called the "Ain Palace". All important matters within the palace are conducted in the main palace; and the banquet appointed by the new Palace Master will also be held here.

When Yin Che and Xia Yuanba walked into the Great Palace​​, there was still half a quarter of an hour left for the banquet. However, not even a fifth of the seats were filled. Not only that, most of them were actually people from the Deep Profound Department. It was obvious that this wasn’t because those invited sects couldn’t arrive earlier, but rather they deliberately didn’t wish to arrive early, to flaunt their status.

At the same time, this was also a contempt for the New Moon Abyss Palace. As Yun Che and Xia Yuanba walked into the hall, they happened to bump into Murong Ye. He glanced at them and said in an unfriendly manner: "What are you two doing here? Do you know what kind of banquet this is? Leave immediately!"

"The Fourth Elder gave us permission to come." Xia Yuanba restrained his anger.

Mr. Sikong? Gave you two permission?" Murong Ye sneered disdainfully and said: "To let you two come and insult us? This is no ordinary banquet. In a while, disciples from various schools will engage in battles. You two trash are of no use at all. Since you’ve come here, what can you two do? Hmm, very well. Since the elder allowed you two to come, go inside. Frankly speaking, if you cause our New Moon Abyss Palace to lose face, don’t blame this elder for punishing you too harshly."

Murong Ye sneered disdainfully and said: "To let you two come and insult us? This is no ordinary banquet. In a while, disciples from various schools will engage in battles. You two trash are of no use at all. Since you’ve come here, what can you two do? Hmm, very well. Since the elder allowed you two to come, go inside. Frankly speaking, if you cause our New Moon Abyss Palace to lose face, don’t blame this elder for punishing you too harshly."

He followed behind Lan Xueruo the entire afternoon. Although Lan Xueruo kept speaking with a gentle voice and smiling all along, she didn’t make eye contact with him even once. This accumulated a gutful of unease within him. When he encountered Yun Che and Xia Yuanba, he just found an outlet for his anger.

Even though Xia Yuanba’s temperament had improved, being verbally abused without reason would still ignite his rage. Yun Che firmly pulled his arm and said in a light tone: "Let us" enter.

When they entered the Great Palace, they saw Sikong Han waving to them, indicating that they should sit in the pre-arranged seats. Both of their seats were located at the rear and were very concealed. However, despite the inconspicuous location, Xia Yuanba’s figure standing there couldn’t help but draw attention.

Yuan Yuanzhe, if there are any duels later, I hope you both pay close attention. It would be best if you both could learn something from the battles. Since it’s only been a short time since both of you joined the Deep Profound Department, it’s impossible for anyone to challenge you both. Just stay behind and watch safely.

Xia Yuanba nodded and then obediently sat down.

Yun Che also slowly nodded his head, he looked around and observed thirty Abyss Disciples present. Not surprisingly, every one of these thirty should be elite disciples of the New Moon Abyss Palace. Only thirty out of three thousand disciples came. Without a doubt, each one of them was the best. Shortly after, Yin Che noticed Lan Xuerou. She was unexpectedly sitting at the first row’s center among the disciples. Her seating did not surprise Yun Che in the slightest. At the age of eighteen, to have reached the Nascent Profound Realm at the eighth level, and even as a girl, she was considered a top talent even amongst the higher echelons.

As for Yin Che, he too attracted the attention of many Abyss Disciples. Everyone attending this gathering was an elite from their sects, and the competition among them would be intense. Those familiar with such gatherings were very surprised by Xia Yuanba’s participation. Given Xia Yuanba’s strength was only at level six of the Basic Profound Realm, he was considered one of the weaker members of the Deep Profound Department, and thus unqualified. With him was Yin Che, a completely unfamiliar face.

Huh? Are you the new disciple here? I don’t recall seeing you before?" A girl dressed in fiery red attire sitting in front of Yun Che turned around, asking with a curious blink.

In recruitment, sister. My name is Yun Che, and I just joined the Deep Profound Palace today." Yin Che slightly nodded, as a deadly enticing smile emerged from his face.

All of a sudden, the girl felt as if she had been shocked by a current. Her cheeks turned a bit red, she gently exclaimed: "Wow! To break into the Nascent Profound Realm at such a young age, no wonder you were allowed to attend this banquet on your first day of acceptance."

"My brother-in-law, of course, is impressive!" Xia Yuanba proudly declared. He seemed even happier when others praised Yun Che instead of himself.

Ah? Is what the elder meant an ironclad rule? Are you already married?" The girl with pink lips asked, her eyes evidently showing disappointment.

Yin Che found it very hard to restrain himself from wanting to strangle Xia Yuanba, and answered with a calm expression: "It is. Sister, being so beautiful, you must have also been married already, right?"