The Heaven Dou City Empire received a reply from " Jun Yi." Everyone had returned to Heaven Dou City to prepare for the banquet the day after tomorrow. After reading the contents of the letter, they were somewhat puzzled and confused.
"Why would Jun Yi make such a condition?" Tang Xiao asked, puzzled.
"Perhaps Jun Yi wants to demonstrate his current strength to the Alliance's top combatants and intimidate us," Ning Fengzhi pondered.
"However, this will also be our opportunity. If we really start fighting, with so many of our Titled Douluo, how could we not take down Jun Yi?" Yu Xiaogang suddenly interjected at this moment.
The several Titled Douluo present suddenly turned around and looked at Yu Xiaogang as if he were a fool.
"What's wrong? Can't even ten Titled Douluo defeat Jun Yi?"
Although Yu Xiaogang understood some theoretical knowledge, he didn't fully grasp the differences between higher levels. He didn't know just how significant the difference was between each level of Titled Douluo.
"Grand Preceptor, it is still unknown whether Brother Yi has sided with the Spirit Hall. Please don't overthink it. Perhaps Brother Yi simply wants to make friends with heroes, which is why he invited everyone to the banquet."
"Let's not talk about that for now. This condition isn't actually that difficult. Right now, we're in a period of truce, so we can invite the emperor and Titled Douluo of the Star Luo Empire to a banquet," Ning Fengzhi said.
A hint of worry appeared on Yu Xiaogang's face. "What if the Spirit Hall Empire takes the opportunity to launch a sneak attack on us?"
Upon hearing this, Ning Fengzhi smiled slightly and said, "That would be best. We can then have His Majesty Qinghe use morality to restrain Jun Yi and make him voluntarily sever ties with the Spirit Hall. If he truly hasn't colluded with the Spirit Hall, then when the Spirit Hall launches a sneak attack, Jun Yi will definitely consider it his responsibility. At that time, he will certainly volunteer to go to the front lines to participate in the battle."
"Teacher, you really know Xiao Yi well," Xue Qinghe remarked from the side.
"That's natural," Ning Fengzhi a smile.
"Then why did you break with Jun Yi?" Xue Qinghe asked this pointed question directly in front of everyone.
Ning Fengzhi did not avoid Xue Qinghe's gaze. He bowed slightly and said, "Your Majesty, since things have already developed to this point, there is no point in asking for the reason anymore."
"What we need to do now is to determine Jun Yi's current attitude."
Seeing Ning Fengzhi's posture, Xue Qinghe sighed softly and said, "Never mind, teacher, I was being presumptuous."
"By imperial decree, the banquet will be held at the Delicacy Pavilion. We will begin the banquet whenever Jun Yi arrives."
Following Xue Qinghe's command, everyone got busy. The Delicacy Pavilion was a landmark building in Heaven Dou City, with a total of thirty-six floors and all sides inlaid with jade, making it extremely luxurious.
It's the ninth day of the twelfth lunar month again. On this day, snowflakes fluttered outside the window, like winter sprites dancing, landing by the window and turning the whole world white.
Xue Qinghe and Yu Xiaogang entered the Delicacy Pavilion. At this time, many Titled Douluo who had been waiting there had already gathered here. Upon hearing the footsteps, they immediately came to greet them.
We pay our respects to Your Majesty.
"Please be seated, everyone," Xue Qinghe said to the crowd.
The banquet was held on the top floor of the Delicacy Pavilion, a very spacious circular hall with thirty-six small tables scattered throughout, more than enough for the occasion.
After everyone was seated, Xue Qinghe coughed and said, "As you all know, this invitation is simply for a banquet. If Brother Yi truly shows any intention to betray the Heaven Dou Empire, and if you can all persuade him to stay, then I hope you will let him remain here permanently."
"We understand," said the elders of the Clear Sky Sect, as well as Tang Hao, Tang Xiao, and the others.
Soon, the Star Luo Empire group arrived. Dai Mubai was accompanied by two men in black robes, their faces obscured.
As they arrived, everyone's gaze involuntarily turned to the two men in black robes. Although the men were of different builds—one slightly petite, the other exceptionally burly—their auras were identical, both at the Titled Douluo level. "Greetings Heaven Dou Emperor."
"Your Excellencies need not stand on ceremony. I invited you all here simply to have a get-together, and I have no other intentions," Xue Qinghe said with a slight smile.
"Brother Mubai, the last time we met, you were still a member of our Heaven Dou Empire's Shrek Team. Now you've become the Star Luo Empire Emperor. Come, sit here."
Xue Qinghe invited Dai Mubai to sit in the same row as him, right next to him.
" Brother Qinghe, it's been a long time. Let's just call each other brothers."
Dai Mubai had a very good attitude towards Xue Qinghe. In his eyes, Xue Qinghe was a good emperor who was approachable, loved his people like his own children, and was very similar to himself in this respect.
The group sat down and exchanged pleasantries. Outside the window, the moonlight, like water, spilled onto the snow-covered earth, bringing a touch of warmth to this cold world.
Just then, a knock sounded at the door, and everyone looked towards the entrance, where a young man in a black cloak slowly walked in.
" Jun Yi?" Xue Qinghe frowned slightly and asked uncertainly.
"Your Majesty, it is I." Jun Yi gently pulled off his cloak, revealing a handsome face, and said with a smile.
Upon seeing Jun Yi, the tension in everyone's hearts was instantly aroused, and their anger became even more intense.
" Brother Yi, you've finally arrived." Xue Qinghe stood up, walked to Jun Yi's side, and patted him on the shoulder.
" Brother Xue, it's been a long time." Jun Yi said with a slight smile.
"Bring wine and dishes," Xue Qinghe said.
Soon, a sumptuous feast was laid out, and everyone enjoyed the food while chatting.
The many Titled Douluo present sensed Jun Yi's aura, only to find that he was just like an ordinary person, without a trace of Soul Power. What was going on?
As Xue Qinghe began his speech, the tense atmosphere gradually relaxed. Everyone started toasting each other and addressing each other as brothers, as if they were all one family. Jun Yi sat next to Xue Qinghe, enjoying the food while listening to everyone's conversation.
"Huh, where is Sect Master Ning? Where did he go?" Jun Yi asked curiously.
"My father has some things to attend to and said he'll be a little late," Ning Rongrong, who was sitting next to Sword Douluo, said as she stood up.
"What's wrong, Brother Yi? Why are you so eager to see Sect Master Ning?" Xue Qinghe asked with a smile.
"No, I was just a little curious," Jun Yi said with a smile, waving his hand.
"Alright then, I'll pour the wine for everyone on behalf of my father, as a way of apologizing on his behalf."
As she spoke, Ning Rongrong picked up her wine pot and began to pour wine for everyone one by one. However, by the time she reached Jun Yi, Ning Rongrong's wine pot was already empty.
Seeing this, Jun Yi smiled slightly and said to Ning Rongrong, "No need to pour me any more, I don't like drinking."
(End of this chapter)