The Western City was a city located at the border of the extreme west. Although it was a city, this city had been in a withered state in the past. The lack of human activity had caused this city to be on the verge of collapse.
However, the sudden appearance of the Ancient Haven Palace in the extreme west had once again brought vitality to this city. The flourishing and human activity had reached an unimaginable height.
When Mu Chen and the rest appeared on a peak outside the Western City, they could see an endless stream of silhouettes flying over with ear-piercing whizzing sounds that didn't stop for even a moment.
Countless Spiritual Energy fluctuations fluctuated in the city. Even from far away, they could sense the dense Spiritual Energy gathering, causing the Spiritual Energy between the heavens and earth to boil.
"The temptation of the Ancient Haven Palace is truly extraordinary, to be able to make an ordinary city so flourishing." Mu Chen couldn't help sighing at this scene. He could vaguely sense that there were many profound and powerful Spiritual Energy fluctuations hidden in this vast city. The owner of those Spiritual Energy fluctuations must be extremely powerful, to the point that even he had to treat them seriously.
According to his estimations, the number of experts in this city was even greater than the elites of the Great Heaven Domain.
Naturally, this was only a comparison on the surface. Otherwise, just Mandala alone could probably raze this city to the ground. Furthermore, there weren't any Greater Earth Sovereigns in this city.
"Let's go."
Mu Chen and Jiu You exchanged a glance before they flew out, with White King, Tan Qiu, and the Stone King following behind. In the end, the five of them turned into five streaks of light and entered the massive city.
After entering the city, Mu Chen's party found an inn to rest in, while Old Bai and Tan Qiu went out to inquire about the news in the Western City.
The Stone King followed behind them like the most loyal guard.
When Mu Chen saw the division of labor between the three of them, he involuntarily praised them in his heart. It was indeed a wise decision to bring the three of them on this trip.
Otherwise, he would have to do it himself. Gathering information from all over the place was not an easy task.
With the shrewd Master Bai here, he and Jiu You only needed to wait for the intelligence to arrive.
It saved a lot of energy.
The inn was also extremely noisy. However, there were quite a few voices that were transmitted into the ears of the Mu Chen duo. This place was filled with all sorts of people, and it was also a place where information flowed.
"I heard that someone made a move in the north of the city. It seems to be a green-robed man with a golden spear. He's not weak, probably at the pinnacle of the Eighth Grade Sovereign Realm."
"Chi.
That's the Golden Saint Spear, Liu Ming. He seems to be from the Western Domain. He's already at the pinnacle of the Eighth Grade Sovereign Realm at such a young age. He has been constantly challenging others, and many have been defeated by him. "
"That person's talent is extraordinary, but I'm afraid that he can't be compared to the Azure Lotus Swordsman. Judging from his strength, he should be at the Quasi-Ninth Grade Sovereign Realm. Haha. Back then, he severed the arms of four Eighth Grade Sovereigns with a single sword."
"There's also half a month ago."
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Information constantly poured into Mu Chen's ears, which made him inwardly startled.
He was also inwardly startled. The Great West had truly gathered countless experts of the Greatlaw Continent. If these people were placed in other places, they would definitely be killed.
If those people were placed in other places, they would definitely be top-tiered amongst the younger generations. But right now, they were popping up one after another, which made him sigh.
Rumble!
Just when Mu Chen was sighing at the crouching tigers and hidden dragons in the Western City, a thunderous roar resounded in the sky and lightning flickered in the distant horizon.
Thereafter, lightning whistled over and appeared in the sky of the city in the blink of an eye.
In the city, countless gazes were directed over and exclamations of astonishment resounded.
Looking at the sky, Mu Chen was stunned as well. Shortly after, he smacked his lips. That's because, at this moment, he realised that within the lightning, there was a golden carriage that was incomparably gorgeous. On the carriage, there were golden dragon runes engraved on it, emitting powerful Spiritual Energy fluctuations. This golden carriage was actually a Divine Artifact.
Naturally, the most formidable thing wasn't the carriage itself. Instead, it was the four gigantic silver beasts that looked like horses and lions. Lightning flickered beneath their feet, as if they were riding on lightning.
They were Lightning Lions, Spiritual Beasts that were said to possess the bloodline of Divine Beasts. If they were to mature, they would be able to evolve into genuine Divine Beasts. Mu Chen never expected that they would be used as a substitute carriage.
"Just who are they? What extravagance?"
Jiu You slightly knitted her brows at the sight of this. Clearly, she was unhappy that someone was using Divine Beasts as livestock.
Mu Chen shook his head as well. Shortly after, he tilted his head and listened. Instantly, there were some exclamations of envy coming from the inn.
"What extravagance. Judging from the runes on the carriage, they must be from the Eastern Domain's Xia Empire."
"Tsk, tsk. The Xia Empire is the Overlord of the Eastern Domain. I never expected that they would be here as well. Judging from the looks of it, the one in the carriage must be at least a prince of the Xia Empire."
"Heh heh, there are quite a few girls laughing from within the carriage. Looks like the people within are fond of this Dao. In the royal clan of Grand Xia, I'm afraid that other than the Fourth Prince, Xia Hong, there's no one else who would have such a hobby."
"Oh?
The Fourth Prince, Xia Hong?
The one ranked 20th on the Greatlaw Continent's Younger Generation Ranking? "
"It's naturally him. It's said that Xia Hong has already stepped into the Initial Phase Ninth Grade Martial Emperor. It's just that his actions are strange and his cultivation leans towards the Dao of Plucking. That's why his cultivation is so fast."
When Mu Chen and Nine Nether heard the voice that resounded from the inn, they narrowed their eyes. So that person was the Fourth Prince of the Xia Empire. It was no wonder why he would be so arrogant. The Xia Empire dominated the Eastern Domain with powerful strength and a robust foundation.
"The Xia Empire is truly formidable."
Mu Chen sighed. Compared to the Northern Region, the Eastern Region was much more peaceful. The main reason was because of the Xia Empire, a ferocious tiger, sitting in the Eastern Region, intimidating everyone.
Jiu You nodded her head. Just when she was about to speak, her attention was attracted by the voice in the restaurant.
"Although Xia Hong isn't bad, he's still lacking when compared to the Crown Prince of the Xia Empire."
"Haha, that's natural. The Crown Prince's name shook the entire Greatlaw Continent, and he's ranked 4th on the Younger Generation Ranking. He's much stronger than Xia Hong."
This person's voice was filled with awe, as well as admiration for the crown prince of Grand Xia.
Hearing that, Mu Chen and Jiu You's hearts trembled and their expressions turned heavy. The Crown Prince of the Xia Empire was actually so powerful to be ranked 4th on the Younger Generation Ranking. His ranking was practically the same as Jia Louluo.
The Xia Empire was truly not to be underestimated. The Greatlaw Continent was truly worthy of being a supercontinent with countless geniuses.
While Mu Chen and the rest were inwardly shocked by the strength of the Xia Empire, a figure lazily walked out from the golden carriage with beauties on his left and right.
As soon as the figure walked out, he attracted countless gazes. He was dressed in a golden robe, and his entire body emitted a noble aura. His handsome face was slightly pale, and the smile that rose from the corner of his mouth was somewhat evil, but it also had a unique charm.
Evidently, that person should be the Fourth Prince of the Xia Empire, Xia Hong.
Xia Hong casually swept his gaze down like an Emperor inspecting his subjects. Thereafter, he, who had a unique sensitivity towards beauties, saw Jiu You, who was sitting together with Mu Chen.
Jiu You was still donned in a black dress with her slender figure that revealed her proud curves. She also had exquisite facial features. Although she was usually calm, she gave off a cold temperament. Furthermore, due to the fact that she had awakened the Undying Bird's Bloodline, she emitted a noble aura that emanated from her bloodline, making her seem extraordinary.
Thus, when Xia Hong saw Jiu You, a light flashed in the depths of his eyes.
But before he could take a closer look, Jiu You sensed it and her face turned cold. Her cold gaze had actually caused Xia Hong's expression to slightly change. Evidently, he had felt threatened.
"Interesting."
Xia Hong lazily smiled. He never expected that this unfamiliar beauty would possess such shocking strength. She wasn't any weaker than him, and he had obtained a great harvest from this trip.
Xia Hong's gaze flickered, but he did not descend. He only nodded and smiled towards Jiu You from afar. As for Mu Chen, who was sitting beside Jiu You, he had been disregarded.
But facing his actions, Jiu You's face was still cold. It was so much so that a cold light even gathered in her eyes. She couldn't help making a move against that fellow, who felt so good about himself.
However, just when she was about to lose her patience, Mu Chen suddenly extended his hand and lightly patted her tightly clenched jade-like hand. Sending a smile towards her, he said, "Looks like your charm isn't small, to be able to attract attention the moment you arrive."
Hearing his teasing, Nine Nether involuntarily rolled her eyes. However, her expression was several times gentler than before, looking a little charming at this moment.
Xia Hong had also seen Mu Chen's actions and the gentle expression on Nine Nether's face. Immediately, he narrowed his slender eyes and directed his sharp gaze at the youth that he had disregarded for the first time. The youth that looked even younger than him.
Sensing Xia Hong's gaze, Mu Chen smiled and raised his head. There wasn't any fear in his eyes as he looked at Xia Hong.
Two pairs of eyes crossed each other in the noisy city. There seemed to be an icy chill quietly flowing within them.
(To be continued.)