The wind in Yaochi seemed to freeze at the sound of those words.
"Let's get to know our place?"
These four words swirled in the air, carrying a hint of ambiguity, a touch of probing, and above all, the controlling desire unique to those in power. The immortals and gods who had been watching the spectacle wished they could plug their ears now.
These words sound like a joke, but upon closer inspection, they are full of hidden meaning. If Qin Feng goes along with it, he will be acknowledging the status of West Kunlun as the "official queen"; if he refutes it, he will appear petty.
All eyes were focused on the young man in white.
Qin Feng laughed.
He smiled nonchalantly, as if he hadn't noticed the trap in those words at all. He casually straightened his sleeves, his gaze sweeping over the group of beautiful women behind him, his eyes revealing an undisguised doting and protectiveness.
" Your Empress is only half right."
Qin Feng took a step forward, a step that was extremely steady, landing precisely on the point where the Queen Mother of the West's aura was concentrated, subtly pushing back the oppressive feeling.
"There's no need to know the way around."
"For my sisters, wherever the Immortal Alliance is, that's home. As long as I'm here, Penglai Island is home, and this temporary camp we're traveling from place to place is also home."
At this point, he slightly tilted his head, his gaze meeting the Queen Mother of the West's deep phoenix eyes, a meaningful smile curving his lips:
"As for West Kunlun... that is Her Empress's sacred ground. If Her Empress is willing, we would be happy to visit it as a good place to go. But as for the word 'family,' although the Immortal Alliance is small, it is still an independent entity, and we dare not presume to claim it."
boom.
These words were even more explosive than the previous use of the term "fellow Daoist".
If the previous exchange was a subtle confrontation, Qin Feng's words now are a blatant "drawing a line."
What does "starting your own business" mean?
This was a subtle yet firm rejection, made in front of the entire Primordial World, of the Queen Mother of the West's potential jurisdiction over the women of the Immortal Alliance as the " Head of Female Immortals." My goddess is under my jurisdiction, and has nothing to do with your West Kunlun.
The Queen Mother of the West narrowed her phoenix eyes slightly.
I wasn't as angry as I had imagined.
On the contrary, looking at the man in front of her who was speaking eloquently and not giving an inch in front of her, the admiration in her eyes deepened even more.
To dare to talk to her about "independence" so boldly on the territory of West Kunlun, Qin Feng's backbone is even harder than those Innate Spiritual Treasure.
"What a fine example of setting up your own business!"
The Queen Mother of the West gave Qin Feng a deep look, then parted her red lips slightly and let out a soft laugh, a laugh that carried a hint of languor and relief.
"Since Alliance Leader Qin has put it this way, it would seem pretentious for me to continue putting on airs."
"Please."
Without saying another word, she turned and led the way. Her long black robe trailed on the ground, each step graceful and elegant, exuding regal bearing.
Qin Feng didn't stand on ceremony. Leading a massive force of several thousand men, he strode into the main hall of Yaochi as if on inspection.
Walking in is where the real visual shock begins.
Originally, due to the distance, the Queen Mother of the West could not see clearly. But now, in close proximity, this Head of Female Immortals immortal who had witnessed countless vicissitudes of life experienced a surge of turbulent emotions within her for the first time.
Her gaze swept over the women behind Qin Feng without making a sound.
First, there was Chang'e.
I had seen this master of the Taiyin Star before at a Heavenly Court banquet. At that time, Chang'e was beautiful, but she was like a soulless porcelain doll, exuding a cold aura that kept people at a distance, and her eyes were filled with an unyielding loneliness.
But now?
To the surprise of the Queen Mother of the West, Chang'e, though still aloof, seemed to have a fire burning in her beautiful eyes as she looked at Qin Feng. Whenever Qin Feng turned to speak, the frost in the corners of her eyes would instantly melt, turning into a pool of spring water that could drown a person.
That was unreserved admiration, an attachment to this man to which she placed her whole heart.
Look at the Yun Xiao again.
The eldest outer disciple of the Interception Sect, known for her composure and haughty demeanor, was now like a shrewd and capable housekeeper, constantly attentive to Qin Feng's needs, and even unconsciously smiling at a joke Qin Feng.
That kind of genuine trust and relaxation cannot be faked.
And then there's Shi Ji, carrying the Tai'a Sword and glaring fiercely at the male immortals around her; and Long Ji, who, despite being a Heavenly Court Princess, clung to Qin Feng like a little tail...
The more she looked, the more alarmed the Queen Mother of the West became.
Which of these female immortals wasn't a proud and arrogant figure, renowned throughout the Primordial World?
It's difficult to even see someone on a normal day, let alone get them to follow one person so devotedly.
What's even more terrifying is the aura emanating from them.
That's fate.
An immense aura, so powerful that even the Queen Mother of the West felt a chill, tightly bound these thousands of female immortals together, and at the core of this aura was Qin Feng, who was walking at the very front.
"Is this what they call... the Immortal Alliance?"
The Queen Mother of the West stopped and stood on the steps of the main seat in Yaochi, turning around to look back.
At that moment, Qin Feng turned to the side and helped the somewhat nervous Shi Ji straighten her crooked hairpin, his movements as natural as breathing. The surrounding Chang'e and the others, far from being jealous, instead showed kind smiles.
This scene stung the eyes of the Queen Mother of the West.
harmonious.
It's so harmonious.
In this dog-eat-dog, treacherous Primordial World, such unreserved trust, this atmosphere of completely entrusting one's back to another, is simply an anomaly.
She, the Queen Mother of the West, is known as the Head of Female Immortals and has ruled over the West Kunlun for countless eons.
He has countless female immortals under his command.
But what kind of looks did those people give her?
Awe, fear, worship, and obedience.
The only thing missing was this... the intimacy of treating her like "home".
She's been in that high position for too long, so long that she's forgotten what it's like to experience the warmth and realism of everyday life.
For millions of years, she has been like a statue enshrined in a shrine, a place of great religious significance yet desolate and lonely, without even a confidant to whom she can confide.
"Home..."
The Queen Mother of the West murmured the word Qin Feng had just said, her heart inexplicably clenching.
An emotion called "envy" grew wildly in my heart like weeds.
Looking at the man surrounded by admirers, his face beaming with smiles, a ridiculous thought suddenly crossed her mind: if she could shed this heavy phoenix robe and stand behind him like those female cultivators, wouldn't that... be a decent way to live?
The thought had barely crossed her mind when she ruthlessly extinguished it.
Are you kidding me?
She is the Queen Mother of the West, Great Powers who lives as long as heaven and earth. How could she possibly have such girlish thoughts?
" Your Empress?"
Seeing the Queen Mother of the West standing on the high platform in a daze, Qin Feng couldn't help but call out to her.
"But my sisters are too noisy, disturbing Your Empress's peace and quiet?"
The Queen Mother of the West regained her senses and quickly adjusted her expression. Her beautiful face once again displayed a graceful and noble smile, but there seemed to be a hint of loneliness and complexity in that smile.
"It's good to be noisy."
She sighed softly, flicked her sleeves, and sat on the phoenix couch, her gaze sweeping over the vibrant faces.
"This Yaochi has been deserted for several eons; it's about time... it got some life in it."
" Alliance Leader Qin, please take a seat."
This time, she pointed to a seat that was no longer the guest seat at the bottom.
Instead, it was right next to the left side of the phoenix couch, in a seat of honor that was usually reserved for those who were also Great Powers -Quasi-Saint.
The entire audience erupted in uproar.
Those male immortals who were originally waiting to see Qin Feng make a fool of himself almost had their eyes pop out of their sockets.
That's the "secondary seat"!
what does that mean?
This means that at today's Peach Banquet, Qin Feng's status is second only to the Queen Mother of the West, and can even be said to be on equal footing!
"This... this isn't in accordance with the rules, is it?"
A Golden Immortal from the Chan Sect couldn't help but mutter to himself.
"What merit or ability does Qin Feng possess...?"
Before he could finish speaking, someone next to him covered his mouth.
"Shut up! Didn't you see the look in the Empress's eyes? If you could bring thousands of stunningly beautiful women, you could sit there too!"
Qin Feng didn't see anything wrong with it.
He walked confidently onto the platform and, amidst countless envious, jealous, and resentful gazes, plopped down on the ground.
As soon as I sat down, a faint, pleasant fragrance wafted over from the side.
He turned his head and met the Queen Mother of the West's eyes, which seemed to be both smiling and not smiling.
" Alliance Leader Qin."
The Queen Mother of the West held a cup of fine wine in her hand, her body slightly leaning towards Qin Feng, her posture revealing a charm that she had never shown to anyone before.
"Although my Yaochi is vast, compared to your bustling Penglai Island, it seems... to be lacking something."
"I wonder if Alliance Leader Qin would be willing to teach me?"
"How is it...?"
She paused, her gaze sweeping almost imperceptibly over Chang'e and the others below the stage, her voice low and alluring:
"How did you manage to tame these proud and arrogant goddesses so completely?"
Qin Feng raised an eyebrow.
Training?
That word is used very cleverly.
He picked up his wine cup and gently clinked it against the Queen Mother of the West, producing a crisp sound.
"Does Your Empress wish to learn?"
Qin Feng moved closer, so close that they could see each other's eyelashes.
"This is an exclusive recipe, never to be shared with outsiders."
"But..."
Qin Feng's lips curled into a wicked smile, his eyes brazenly sweeping over the Queen Mother of the West's magnificent phoenix robe.
"If Your Empress were willing to join our Immortal Alliance, you could become my... well, honorary vice- Alliance Leader or something."
"I might consider teaching Your Empress personally."
Below the stage, the jade cup in Chang'e's hand cracked with a "snap".
Yun Xiao took a deep breath and began to silently recite the Heart-Cleansing Mantra.
That bastard.
He started flirting with the Queen Mother of the West as soon as he sat down?
Is this person tired of living, or do they think they don't have enough washboards to kneel on at home?
However, to everyone's great surprise...
Faced with this almost flirtatious invitation, the Queen Mother of the West not only did not get angry, but covered her mouth and chuckled, her laughter so loud that the flowers trembled and the beauty of that moment made the world pale in comparison.
"Honorary Vice Alliance Leader?"
Her eyes were alluring as she gently swirled the fine wine in her glass.
"That sounds... kind of interesting."