Chapter 855: Chapter 23: The Great Emperor’s Summons! Liyao Dominates Her Peers
At this moment, among the three people from the Imperial Family who came along, only Wu Zhixing’s stepfather, "Prince Fu" remained.
In fact, Prince Fu also wanted to leave, but since Wu Zhixing is his stepson and is currently unconscious, it wouldn’t be right for him, as the guardian, to just leave.
Subsequently, he joined Prince Heng and Wu Xue Ning and others to carry the unconscious Wu Zhixing into a private room and took good care of him.
Although this battle has ended,
the excitement and enthusiasm of the entire audience have yet to dissipate.
After all, this was an extremely rare Battle of the Celestial Prodigies. Wu Zhixing’s performance alone was stunning enough, not to mention Liyao, whose performance could only be described as shocking.
Especially her "Hanging Water Divine Technique," the first move "Drizzle from Overcast Change," and the second move "Drizzle to Moderate Rain, Sometimes with Showers." The names seem simple but contain subtle mysteries, the more you ponder, the more flavorful they become...
In both the prestigious seats above and the scattered seats below, countless Black Tortoise Cultivators remained in a state of excitement, discussing animatedly among themselves, unable to calm down for a long time.
In a certain corner, in a low-end private room that cost a fortune, the three who had come low-key — Shangguan Yunhong, Shangguan Yunque, and Lady Bilian — had varying expressions.
"Brother, I feel like it’s quite a feat to be alive after fighting Miss Liyao," Shangguan Yunhong trembled with lingering fear, swallowed hard, and said, "This lady is too fierce, even Prince Zhixing was beaten like this."
"Brother, are you going to go or not?" Lady Bilian looked at Shangguan Yunque.
Go?
Shangguan Yunque’s face turned a bit dark.
Can’t you go instead?
Even though he is also a Great Celestial Pride, his talent is ultimately a notch below that of Prince Zhixing, and two notches below that of Wang Liyao.
Even though he has now reached the Heaven-Human Realm Seventh Layer, he’s still not fully confident in blocking Wang Liyao’s second move "Drizzle to Moderate Rain, Sometimes with Showers." Even if he barely blocked it, who knows if there’s a third move? What if she pulls out a "Moderate Rain to Heavy Rain"? Wouldn’t he be ground into the dirt?
He’s nearly fifty years older than Wang Liyao, after all. If he loses in front of everyone, won’t he lose face?
"Brother, how about arranging a private spar?" Lady Bilian blinked her eyes, subtly encouraging.
"Sister, why do you always urge me to battle Wang Liyao?" Shangguan Yunque became suspicious again.
"Sparing with another outstanding Great Celestial Pride can accelerate your understanding of the Heavenly Dao," Lady Bilian rolled her eyes coquettishly, "I’m just thinking of quickly having someone in our Shangguan Family reach the Divine Power Realm, so we can join the Upper Third Grades."
"That makes sense." Shangguan Yunque was somewhat moved by her words, "Although Miss Liyao is young, her Dao Body bloodline surpasses mine by two notches. Her understanding of Heavenly Dao Divine Techniques is no less than mine. Sparring and verifying with each other could be beneficial for both. However, Miss Liyao may not be willing to spar privately..."
"Don’t worry, both being in Longzuo County, I’ve had a few encounters with Miss Liyao." Lady Bilian patted her chest confidently, "I’ll do my best to mediate this matter."
"Then, I’ll leave it to you, sister."
"We’re all family, no need to be courteous."
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Just as everyone was caught up in their excited discussions, and Wang Liyao was on the stage, ready to leave.
Suddenly.
The skies above the White Cloud Tower surged with wind and clouds.
Accompanied by a sharp screeching sound, reminiscent of both a serpent and a bird, a heavy pressure descended, icy and murderous, as if carrying the clamor of weapons.
Along with this pressure came a slightly sharp but very dignified voice: "Miss Liyao, please stay."
Instinctively, Wang Liyao turned her head and saw at the previously empty entrance to the White Cloud Tower, Divine Power gathering madly.
Moments later, the overwhelming power slowly dissipated, and a figure appeared in the center of the energy vortex.
This figure, wearing a gray eunuch’s robe, held a whisk in one hand, was pale and beardless, and had a hunched figure, looking very old.
However, upon seeing this person, many dignitaries present changed their expressions and quickly stood up to salute.
"Eunuch Yao."
It turned out that the newcomer was none other than the eunuch Eunuch Yao, by the side of Emperor Longchang.
"No need for such courtesy, everyone."
Eunuch Yao returned a courteous bow to everyone, then looked towards Wang Liyao on the stage, and said politely, "His Majesty has decreed, requesting Miss Liyao to receive the decree."
"Thank you, Eunuch."
Wang Liyao’s expression became solemn, and she gracefully leaped off the stage, readying herself.
The surrounding guests looked at each other, then quickly bowed respectfully.
Seeing everyone prepared, Eunuch Yao then retrieved a golden Saint Decree from his Storage Ring. The decree was made from the finest Spiritual Silkworm Silk, adorned with intricate patterns, looking extremely delicate and exquisite.
Eunuch Yao unfolded the decree and solemnly read: "The Great Emperor decrees that Longzuo Academy’s Great Celestial Pride, Wang Liyao, shall enter the palace tomorrow to meet the Emperor, by royal command."
After reading, he carefully rolled the decree back up, then tossed it in the air, and it floated gently towards Wang Liyao as if supported by an unseen force.
Wang Liyao maintained a solemn expression as she quickly caught the decree with both hands and bowed respectfully, saying, "Wang Liyao, receiving the decree!"
The decree felt light, yet in her hands, Wang Liyao felt its weight.
Father, Yaoo’er finally did not let you down and won the opportunity to meet the Emperor, a chance to take a crucial step forward.
Even she, at this moment, felt a ripple of excitement and curiosity in her heart.
What kind of person is Emperor Longchang, truly?
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