Xu Qing did not know much about the Princess of Calm Sea. She had only seen her at the Seventh Prince's banquet, and she had not spoken much.
But after analyzing the situation in the Grand Sage Wave Region, she could see how intelligent she was!
And the Seventh Prince's reaction at that time seemed to be somewhat fearful of this Calm Sea Public Security Chief!
In addition, from the maidservant's performance, she could see that she was neither servile nor overbearing. Her words were calm, and at the same time, she showed appropriate respect!
Xu Qing glanced at Ning Yan. Ning Yan hesitated!
The maidservant did not say anything, bowing to Ning Yan and Xu Qing before leaving!
Seeing her leave, Ning Yan sighed!
"Boss, that Granny Sun is friends with Third Sister's birth mother and Fifth Brother's birth mother!"
"This matter is very complicated. I might have to make a trip there. Boss, can you accompany me?" Ning Yan looked at Xu Qing hesitantly, somewhat nervous.
The closer they got to the Grand Imperial City, the more nervous Ning Yan became. The hesitation of wanting to go back, but not wanting to go back was very obvious!
Xu Qing thought for a moment. The array formation still needed a few more days, so there was enough time. But Ning Yan had made such a request because he was not confident.
Xu Qing nodded and said, "Let's go!"
Hearing Xu Qing's words, Ning Yan immediately became spirited. With Xu Qing around, he felt more confident!
Just like that, the two of them left the teleportation array. Zi Xuan and Li Yunshan had to maintain the array formation together, so they did not go with them. The Squad Leader had been studying Mao Bing's hair for the past few months, so he did not have the energy to go. Only Xu Qing and Ning Yan were left.
Under the protection of some sword wielders, they flew towards Granny Sun's residence!
The specific location did not need to be identified. Ning Yan quickly found the place based on his connection with the Princess of Calm Sea. It was a garden-like courtyard, occupying a large area. It was filled with flowers, and an array formation was activated all year round, isolating it from the Gray Cotton!
The artificial mountains inside were all made of jade, and the spirit spring had been moved over, causing the entire courtyard to be rich in Spiritual Qi. The degree of Spiritual Qi here was not something an ordinary sect in Sealed Sea City could compare to!
In the center of the courtyard, there was a banquet. At the head of the table was an old woman with a kind smile and luxurious clothes. She was chatting happily with a young girl dressed in palace attire beside her!
At the two rows of tables below, there were guests toasting each other happily. There were also a large number of maids walking back and forth. From time to time, the positions were changed and fresh fruits were brought in.
Right in the middle, there were nine tall cultivators fighting!
As they exchanged blows, the fluctuations of their spells reverberated in the air. It was an impressive battle, and it was definitely worth watching!
Princess Calm Sea was the first to sense Xu Qing and Ning Yan's arrival due to their bloodline connection. She whispered something into the old woman's ear, and the old woman nodded slightly. Before Xu Qing and Ning Yan could descend, the courtyard's array formation automatically opened up a path for them!
Ning Yan took a deep breath and looked at Xu Qing beside him. His heart calmed down a little. He walked into the array formation with Xu Qing and appeared in the battle court.
The battle at the banquet paused for a moment, and the cultivator in the middle respectfully stepped away. Ning Yan quickly walked a few steps to the front of the old man and cupped his fists in respect!
"Greetings, Sun mama!"
Granny Sun's gaze fell on Ning Yan, her expression somewhat cold. She gave him a slight nod and no longer paid him any attention. She didn't even look at Xu Qing as she continued to chat with Princess Anhai!
The Calm Sea Company Head nodded apologetically at Ning Yan and Xu Qing as he responded.
Ning Yan didn't feel anything. He was already used to the cold treatment of others. At this moment, he actually felt that it wasn't that bad. He chose to sit at the end of the table!
Xu Qing didn't care about the cold treatment of unrelated people. He only cared about whether or not the other party had any intentions. Thus, he calmly sat down beside Ning Yan!
The banquet continued!
The two of them attracted the attention of others. Some people were discussing with each other via voice transmissions, some smiled and nodded, and some had looks of disdain.
After experiencing so many things, Xu Qing was very clear that people's expressions were just reflections of their thoughts. Most of them were just masks!
Thus, it didn't matter what other people's expressions were!
He picked up the wine flask in front of him and took a sip, his eyes narrowing slightly. The wine here was much better than the wine in Sealed Sea County!
It was clearly wine, but when it entered his mouth, it was thick and viscous. Four words appeared in Xu Qing's mind!
Bejeweled nectar!
After tasting it, Xu Qing simply drank a few more mouthfuls. Beside him, Ning Yan blinked and said in a low voice!
"Boss, when we reach the Imperial Capital, I know of a few wineries that have some good wine. When the time comes, I'll get some for you."
Xu Qing nodded slightly. He sat there and slowly tasted the wine. He planned to drink like this until the banquet ended!
As time passed, the banquet became much more colorful and lively. Occasionally, Princess Anhai would say something that would make Granny Sun happy, causing everyone to smile.
Only Xu Qing and Ning Yan calmly tasted the wine, while Ning Yan accompanied by the side. When he noticed that the wine was gone, he immediately called for the maids to get more!
As for Princess Anhai, she didn't seem to have any ill intentions. She tried many times to get them to join in, but failed.
As for Granny Sun, although she didn't have any ill intentions, she didn't care too much either. She was still mostly cold!
In the end, Princess Anhai couldn't personally speak to Ning Yan, so she could only send a message through her maid. Please don't misunderstand the Princess. Granny Sun is a good person. Although she has left the Imperial Capital, she can still help the Twelfth Prince get rid of many hidden evildoers. The Princess's original intention was to recommend His Highness Ning Yan! "
Xu Qing nodded and raised his wine cup towards Princess Anhai. Princess Anhai nodded slightly. She indeed had good intentions.
Unfortunately, Granny Sun clearly didn't like Ning Yan too much. When the clouds in the sky gradually thickened and the sun set, Xu Qing burped!
He drank very comfortably during this banquet, so he got up to leave with Ning Yan. But at that moment, the sound of thunder suddenly came from the sky!
The thunder exploded, causing the clouds in the sky to tumble and scatter. The sky was instantly covered by a rainbow-colored light, as if a rainbow-colored curtain had covered the sky!
Within this rainbow-colored curtain, an enormous peacock covered the sky. It rapidly transformed until it was completely revealed. The so-called rainbow-colored curtain was actually just its feathered tail!
This peacock's martial prowess was extraordinary. Its appearance caused the world to lose its color and all living things to feel ashamed of their inferiority.
This scene caused a stir in most of Nanxin Region. As for the people in the courtyard below, who were at the center of this rainbow-colored curtain, it was even more so!
Everyone stood up and looked towards the sky. Even Granny Sun, who was by Princess Anhai's side, looked towards the sky with joy.
"Spirit Dawn Emperor." There were many forbidden areas in the Gray Sea Region, but there was only one!
It was called the Tomb of Light!
The emperor in the forbidden area was named Dawn Emperor. It could be considered a friend to the myriad races, and its strength was terrifying. Thus, it lived in harmony with the various races in the Gray Sea Region!
In the outside world, it was known as Princess Spirit Dawn Emperor. It rarely went out, and every time it appeared, the rainbow-colored light would purify the gray cotton, making it even more beautiful.
Thus, it was considered an auspicious sign in the Gray Sea Region. It had a good relationship with Granny Sun, and had once shown kindness to her in her early years. Even now, many people viewed this kindness as a layer of protection for Granny Sun!
Seeing her benefactor leave, Granny Sun smiled, her expression filled with respect. She was about to send it off, because she knew that the Spirit Dawn Emperor didn't casually go out. Once it appeared, it must have something to deal with!
Thus, in her view, the emperor had only appeared in the sky, and had come specifically for her!
But soon, her mind trembled!
She wasn't the only one. Everyone in the courtyard, including Princess Anhai, was shocked!
This was because the auspicious Spirit Dawn Emperor didn't leave after revealing itself. Instead, it walked towards the courtyard. As it neared, its body began to shine with light. Finally, it reached the top of the courtyard, transforming from its peacock form into its human form!
Its figure was graceful, its expression cold, and its features beautiful, like a plum blossom blooming in the winter snow. It was so alluring that one couldn't help but forget that it had thorns!
Its fine black hair was coiled into a bun with a jade hairpin. As it walked, the pearls and flowers flickered, filling the air with rainbow-colored light. It wore a palace robe, and it looked like an Immortal. It stood there with an air of elegance, and its phoenix-like eyes attracted attention. Anyone who met its gaze would unconsciously lower their head!
Its purple palace robe fluttered in the wind, and it was indescribably beautiful, elegant, and noble!
Such a scene could only be described as a fairy descending into the mortal world!
Granny Sun's expression was solemn as she respectfully called out.
"Welcome, Spirit Dawn Emperor!"
Everyone else called out. Princess Anhai hurriedly bowed as well. Ning Yan gasped, stunned by the beauty of the Spirit Dawn Emperor.
He didn't know if it was because of the light, or because of his own body, but his face turned red!
As for the fairy-like Spirit Dawn Emperor, she calmly nodded at Granny Sun. Then, she ignored them and walked into the courtyard!
Under everyone's gazes, she walked towards the end of the banquet. As she approached, Ning Yan became more and more excited.
He felt that the other party was looking at him, but he quickly realized that it wasn't him who was looking … it was Xu Qing!
The Spirit Dawn Emperor's figure stood in front of Xu Qing!
"Xu Qing?
Huang Yan told me about you! "A cold voice came from her mouth!
This scene instantly turned into a bolt of lightning in the hearts of everyone present. Everyone stared at the scene, especially Granny Sun. All kinds of inconceivable feelings arose in her heart.
She had heard of Xu Qing before, but she didn't pay much attention to him. After all, no matter how strong he was, she didn't have any powerful people at her age. Naturally, she didn't need to deliberately make friends with him!
If they hit it off, she would help him. If they didn't hit it off, he was just a passerby!
But what surprised her was that the Spirit Dawn Emperor, who rarely appeared, had come specifically for him. This scene made her previous thoughts waver!
As for Xu Qing, although he was surprised, this was also within his expectations. He already knew the identity of the other party in his heart!
So he cupped his fists and took out the feather and bag that Huang Yan gave him. The Spirit Dawn Emperor glanced at the feather and finally opened the bag. She took out a red fruit and put it in her mouth. Then she looked at it and simply sat beside Xu Qing. Xu Qing also sat down.
After Xu Qing sat down obediently, the Spirit Dawn Emperor took out a large fruit and gave it to Xu Qing!
"Eat some?"
Xu Qing took it and put it in his mouth. Suddenly, his eyes lit up. The taste of this fruit was extremely special. It was even more pure and rich than the wine he drank before.
Everyone looked at each other. Ning Yan's heart beat rapidly. He looked at the Spirit Dawn Emperor and then at Xu Qing. His heart was suddenly filled with pride and arrogance!
"This is my boss." Ning Yan raised his head and sat down with his chest out!
After a short pause, the banquet began again under Granny Sun's solemn arrangement. The standard was even higher than before.
Everyone's gazes were focused on Xu Qing in the following period of time!
A smile slowly appeared on Granny Sun's face. She looked at Xu Qing and then at Ning Yan. After thinking for a moment, her expression became amiable!
"Twelfth Prince, come to this old woman. Let this old woman take a good look at you. Time flies. The scene of your mother entering the palace that year, the grand ceremony that His Majesty held for her, is still vivid in my mind even after so many years!"