The banquet in Sun and Moon Hall was nearing its end. The delicacies on the table were still plentiful, but the earlier clamor had faded. Some guests sipped their drinks, while others spoke in hushed voices; everyone looked full and satisfied. Hou Fei set down his cup and pulled Black Feather aside to mutter about how Yun Ce had intimidated Di Feng the day before. Black Feather complained that he was being noisy, but his eyes showed agreement. Qin Yu sat upright at the table, keeping a constant eye on the main table and faithfully observing his duties as a subordinate. Li'er sat quietly beside him, her expression calm and an air of spiritual energy surrounding her. She was neither servile nor arrogant, and occasionally raised her cup to take a sip of spirit wine. Many people glanced her way in secret, but no one dared look down on her anymore. Everyone knew that this young woman at the Golden Core Mid Stage had a mysterious Loose Immortal senior backing her.
At the main table, Yun Ce, Master Yan Xu, Yi Da, Azure Dragon, and Three-Eyed Old Demon raised their cups and drank together.
Just then, Master Yan Xu slowly set down his cup and lightly tapped the tabletop with his fingertips. His gaze swept across the hall, and his peaceful expression gradually turned solemn. He cleared his throat. His voice was not loud, but it carried an unmistakable authority that instantly silenced every murmur in the hall and drew all eyes to him.
"Everyone, today marks the joyous opening of Star Pavilion. We have all been treated to the generous hospitality of Pavilion Master Yun Ce, and I believe we have all enjoyed ourselves." Master Yan Xu spoke slowly, his tone mild, though he deliberately paused. "But since we