When Liu Changxu sensed that terrifying aura, his expression instantly grew grave. He immediately guessed what had happened: An unwelcome guest has come knocking.
He slowly turned toward his wives beside him. A glint of resolve flashed through his eyes as he said softly:
"A distinguished guest has arrived. I'll go take a look!"
Before his words had faded, he shot into the air, turning into a streak of light and vanishing from everyone's sight in an instant.
The sudden turn of events instantly froze the bustling atmosphere that had been filled with laughter and cheerful conversation.
The visiting guests stopped in their tracks, as though struck by an immobilization spell.
They exchanged glances, their eyes filled with confusion and unease. The more perceptive among them had already realized that something was wrong. An invisible tension seemed to fill the air. The relaxed, pleasant conversations came to an abrupt halt, leaving only an unnerving, deathly silence. Everyone silently wondered what could have made Liu Changxu leave with such haste and resolve.
Like a meteor streaking across the heavens, Liu Changxu moved at tremendous speed. Within moments, he intercepted the expert radiating that terrifying aura above the boundless sea outside Penglai Island.
The newcomer was a middle-aged man dressed in lavish brocade robes. He stood tall and straight, his exceptionally handsome features lending him an air of elegant charm. Yet his slightly upturned, peach-blossom eyes inadvertently betrayed the lustful nature lurking in his bones. His aura surged like crashing waves, spreading a terrifying pressure-he had actually reached the middle Tribulation Transcendence stage.
Liu Changxu and the middle Tribulation Transcendence stage expert stared at each other across the air. Their gazes seemed to collide with tangible force, sending faint ripples through the surrounding spiritual energy.
Liu Changxu spoke first, his voice ringing