"Congratulations, Demon Lord Zhen!"
"Demon Lord Zhen's talent is unparalleled, and he has both integrity and talent. He will definitely be a pillar of the Great Barren Ancient Kingdom in the future!"
"Demon Lord Zhen is a man of striking appearance. My daughter is only 16 years old and is still waiting to be betrothed …"
"Demon Lord Zhen, don't listen to Lord Hu's nonsense. His daughter is extremely ugly. My daughter is as beautiful as a flower. She is a perfect match for Lord Zhen!"
"…"
Everyone stood up and saluted Ling Xiao with their fists cupped together. Their faces were filled with fake, flattering smiles.
Some even started to have designs on Ling Xiao.
However, these were the heads of the small families. The heads of the large families, the Ninth Prince Xia Yunran, Chen Weishan, and the others all remained silent.
They all knew that although Ling Xiao had become the Demon Lord Zhen, it was still unknown how long he would be able to sit on the throne.
After all, there was still a battle to the death in a month's time!
Almost no one was optimistic about Ling Xiao's chances in this battle.
Ling Xiao smiled faintly and ignored those flattering people. After he received the imperial edict, the eunuchs smiled flatteringly and said a few words of congratulations before turning to leave the Demon Lord Zhen Manor.
Ling Xiao's gaze was calm and indifferent, but there was a hint of sharpness in it. He scanned the crowd. Those who were invited to watch the ceremony all smiled at Ling Xiao, and some even revealed flattering smiles.
The people of the Ling Family did not dare to look at Ling Xiao directly. They all averted their eyes with a trace of fear in their eyes.
At this moment, Ling Xiao was the new Demon Lord Zhen Manor's new master!
Everything that happened today was undoubtedly shocking.
From Ling Tianci's display of his powerful talent to Ling Xiao's appearance, Xia Hongxiu's annulment of the engagement, Ling Xiao's suppression of Ling Tianci, and the Wan Shou Sect's arrival to denounce him. This series of events was too much for the eyes to take in.
In the end, Ling Xiao became the most dazzling genius in the entire Royal Capital. With the cultivation of the Dragon Tiger Realm, he suppressed She Tianluo, one of the Seven Disciples of the Wan Shou Sect. This battle strength was simply shocking!
However, at the same time, everyone was worried. Facing the Wan Shou Sect, a holy land of martial arts, how would Ling Xiao face the battle in a month's time?
The Wan Shou Sect's strength was without a doubt. Although Ling Xiao was a genius, he was still young and his cultivation was not high.
Everyone suddenly remembered that Ling Xiao was only 16 years old this year!
At the age of sixteen, his brilliance had already illuminated the entire Great Desolation Ancient Kingdom, making the Five Princes of the Royal Capital pale in comparison. In the future, he would definitely illuminate the entire Eight Desolation Region and become the king of this generation!
Everyone took their leave one after another, and the Ling Family's Martial Arts Practice Field soon became empty.
A wave of fragrance wafted over, causing Qingqing's green dress to appear. Her figure was fiery hot, making one's blood boil. She had an exceptional appearance, and her large eyes were bright and resplendent, as if they could drip water from them.
Her beautiful eyes glowed as she stared at Ling Xiao and smiled. "Little brother, do you still recognize me?"
Ling Xiao was slightly stunned. Seeing that Ling Qingqing's face was very familiar, he remembered that this little witch in front of him had bullied Ling Xiao a lot in the past and was very familiar with him.
Because the relationship between the Demon Monarch and the State Preceptor, Ling Juechen, was very good, the two families frequently visited each other, and Ling Qingqing often brought Ling Xiao to play.
Especially when it was confirmed that Ling Xiao's veins were blocked, and he was unable to cultivate. When everyone distanced themselves from Ling Xiao, only Ling Qingqing stayed by his side. Moreover, she would often beat up those who bullied Ling Xiao, earning herself the title of little witch.
Three years had passed, and the two of them had grown up. Ling Xiao could still faintly see the shadow of that little witch from back then in Ling Qingqing's stunning appearance.
"So it's Sister Qingqing, little brother greets you!"
Ling Xiao smiled. From Ling Xiao's memories, he felt that Ling Qingqing was one of the few people who brought him much warmth.
"Hmph, at least you have a conscience and didn't forget me!"
Ling Qingqing's tender fist punched Ling Xiao's shoulder, and she immediately grinned. Her smile had a soul-stirring beauty that made the heavens and earth lose their color.
"Sister, you didn't come to participate in the end-of-year competition today to see me, right?" Ling Xiao smiled and joked.
"You're still as shameless as before!"
Ling Qingqing rolled her eyes and said, "Three years ago, you went to the Longevity Sect, and I thought I would never see you again!
I didn't expect you to come back today. You really gave me a shock!
If Uncle Ling knew of your elegance today, I don't know how happy he would be!
However … you're still too impulsive in the deathmatch a month later! "
Ling Qingqing glared at Ling Xiao with dissatisfaction, and there was a faint hint of worry in her eyes.
"The Myriad Beasts Sect is one of the five great Martial Holy Lands, and the Myriad Beasts Seven Scions are the strongest of the younger generation in the Myriad Beasts Sect. They're very powerful. Although you defeated She Tianluo, he's only the weakest one. The top few of the Myriad Beasts Seven Scions can easily crush him!
Especially the number one of the Myriad Beasts Seven Scions, the Dragon Son. He's known as the supreme youth with unparalleled talent, unparalleled combat strength, and unparalleled fortune!
If he comes, you'll definitely lose! "
Ling Xiao smiled and said, "Dragon Son?
Sister, aren't you overestimating others and undermining your own prestige?
I really want to meet this Dragon Son! "
"You don't know the immensity of heaven and earth. When you meet the Dragon Son, you'll know how terrifying he is!
I'll go back and beg Father now and get him to refine some treasured pills for you to raise your cultivation. I hope your cultivation can increase a little as soon as possible. Then, I'll get Father to beg His Majesty. You'll be fine after a month, don't worry!
You've liked to cause trouble since you were young, and now that you've grown up, you still need Sister to clean up your mess. Alright, I'm leaving! "
Ling Qingqing glared at Ling Xiao, then turned and floated away.
As for the Ninth Prince, Xia Yunran, Chen Weishan, and the rest, they had no intention of saying goodbye to Ling Xiao and left the Demon King's residence indifferently.
In their eyes, Ling Xiao would definitely die after a month. There was no need to waste any more effort!
"Young Friend Ling not only has exceptional talent in the Martial Dao, but he also has great attainments in the Alchemy Dao. If you have time, you can come visit my Elixir Pavilion more often. This old man is eager to spar with you in the Alchemy Dao!"
Spiritual Master Chunyang and Master Jiao Mu walked over and smiled at Ling Xiao.
The young man in front of him also surprised him. The Young Master Ling that Jiao Mu spoke of was indeed not an ordinary person.
In particular, Jiao Mu also said that the Five Profound Spiritual Pills, Six Profound Spiritual Pills, and Seven Profound Spiritual Pills were all provided by Ling Xiao. This shocked him even more.
"Many thanks to Spiritual Master for helping me out!
If I have time, I'll definitely visit you! "
Ling Xiao smiled. He was also a little surprised that Spiritual Master Chunyang could come, but this was definitely due to Jiao Mu's efforts.
Spiritual Master Chunyang and Ling Xiao exchanged some pleasantries and floated away.
Jiao Mu and Ling Xiao looked at each other and smiled. There were too many people at this time, so Jiao Mu didn't say anything. Instead, he led everyone to take care of Meng Ao and Liu Xiongfei.
The two of them had suffered heavy injuries because of blocking He Qing. At this moment, they were protected by the armored soldiers of Huben Camp.
Just as Ling Xiao was about to leave, an old voice sounded.
"Young Master Ling, my master invites you!"