In Golden Feather City
Golden Feather City was brightly lit, bustling with activity even at night, just like during the day.
As soon as Chen Qianqian and Bai Qian entered the city, they looked around.
Chu Feng asked Kong Yi, who was leading the way, "Where in this city is the most lively place?"
"Of course, it's Vermilion Bird Avenue. There's a Heroes' Platform there where cultivators fight every day to showcase their strength. If they catch the eye of a Peacock Descendant girl, they can stay on Yunluo Island, marry, and have children."
Kong Yi spoke, a look of longing appeared in his eyes.
"Oh?"
Chu Feng's interest was piqued upon hearing this. "I didn't expect that Yunluo Island had such a custom?"
Kong Yi smiled and said, "To be honest, senior, the Peacock Clan and its descendants on Yunluo Island are predominantly female. This custom exists to ensure the continuation of the Peacock Clan's bloodline."
"I see."
Chu Feng said, "Since we're all here, let's go to the Heroes' Platform and see what interesting matches are happening today."
"Promise."
Kong Yi to guide a group of powerful figures was unmatched by ordinary cultivators.
After spending time with him, he was certain that this Senior Chu was the leader of this group.
Even the Great Sage of the Golden Wing Clan had to show him great respect, but no one knew what kind of power he came from.
He didn't ask, nor did he dare to ask too many questions, after all, he was just a collateral descendant of the Peacock Clan.
After walking through the city for an hour, the group finally arrived at a bustling street.
Along the way, Chu Feng would occasionally stop to buy some delicious local specialties and odd little trinkets for Chen Qianqian and Bai Qian.
"Senior, if you walk a few hundred more steps, you will reach the Heroes' Platform. I wonder what interesting things will happen today."
As Kong Yi spoke, an excited expression appeared on his face.
Chu Feng jokingly remarked in an approachable manner, "I didn't expect you to be such a gossip enthusiast."
"Hey-hey."
Kong Yi chuckled, "I'm just average, and I don't have much to do on a daily basis. I just like to watch the excitement and stuff."
The two talked as they walked toward their destination, but they hadn't yet reached the Heroes' Platform.
Chu Feng then heard a voice that carried a hint of authority.
"Fellow Daoists from all corners of the world, the Heroes' Platform will be temporarily requisitioned by the City Lord's Mansion for the next three days, and the Heroes' Gathering will be suspended for three days."
These words immediately drew the ire of many passersby.
"What is Golden Feather City doing? Didn't you say that this Heroes' Platform was reserved for our use?"
"Exactly, I want to show off my abilities to my future partner."
"..."
Upon hearing this sound Chu Feng and his group immediately moved towards the direction of the Heroes' Platform.
The area was already packed with people, three or four deep.
However, with the Great Sage Golden Wing present, they silently passed through the dense crowd and arrived below the arena.
"Quiet."
On the arena, a man clad in golden armor with a golden feather stuck in his forehead suddenly raised his voice by an octave, and an imposing aura emanated from him.
"Nirvana Realm expert!"
Someone in the crowd shouted, and the previously noisy crowd immediately fell silent.
They're just here to showcase their strength and charm, not to cause trouble for Yunluo Island.
Moreover, a Nirvana expert could crush them as easily as crushing ants.
Seeing that everyone had quieted down, the man in golden armor spoke up, "As you all probably know, there are seven days left until the day my little princess of Yunluo Island will choose a husband. Before she does, she wants to see the strength of all the heroes in the world."
Therefore, she sent her personal head maid to oversee the event. Any heroes who wish to participate in the princess's martial arts contest to find a husband could make an appearance beforehand and showcase their extraordinary abilities to the princess.
Upon hearing this, a gasp of surprise erupted on Vermilion Bird Street.
"I'd long heard that the little princess of Yunluo Island was clever and mischievous, and seeing her today, I can confirm it's true."
"I heard that this martial arts contest to choose a husband was the little princess's own idea."
"No wonder Yunluo Island held this martial arts competition to find a husband in such a hurry."
"..."
Upon hearing this, Chu Feng looked at Great Sage Golden Wing with a smile.
"A Diao, it seems your sweetheart is quite an interesting woman."
Great Sage Golden Wing said, "Brother, stop teasing me. I haven't even met her yet. She might not be the one I'm looking for. I came here more to broaden my horizons."
"Yes, I believe you."
Chu Feng said with a sincere expression.
But the Great Sage Golden Wing found these words strange, though he couldn't quite put his finger on why.
Kong Yi scratched his head awkwardly, wanting to say something, but not knowing what to say.
Just then, the golden-armored man on the stage respectfully announced, "Next, let's invite Miss Bai to the stage."
Before the words were finished, the sound of a flute could be heard from the sky, and everyone, including Chu Feng, subconsciously looked in the direction from which the sound came.
A white figure descended from the sky, and before the figure arrived, a shower of flowers fell.
Such a spectacle instantly silenced the previously noisy arena, drawing everyone's attention to her.
She was a slender and graceful woman. Although her face was veiled, obscuring her features, her bright and lively eyes, which casually swept across the audience, captivated countless hearts.
Even Chu Feng, a seasoned womanizer, couldn't help but take another look.
"This woman gives off a feeling of first love, and the air of nobility she exudes makes her seem nothing like a maid."
Upon hearing this, Kong Yi quickly explained, "To be honest, senior, those who can become Princess Miao Yu's maids all come from prominent families and have received excellent upbringing since childhood. They are in no way inferior to those noble ladies."
"Is that so?"
Chu Feng's lips curled up slightly. "Your Yunluo Island is truly unique."
Seeing the complete silence, the woman in white slowly spoke, "Distinguished heroes, I am here on behalf of Princess Miao Yu to assess the heroes of the world. If I accidentally injure any of you during the fight, please forgive me."
Her voice was as clear and melodious as a lark's; that voice, that figure, and those eyes all stirred an irresistible urge to unveil her.
Just then, a voice suddenly came from the crowd. "Miss Bai, may I ask how the outcome of this assessment is determined? Is it the same as before, where the winner is decided when one side is knocked off the stage, or are there other rules?"
"Naturally, we'll follow the rules of the old Heroes' Platform."
The woman in white paused for a moment, then continued, "Gentlemen, do you have any further questions?"
The woman in white was met with silence. She spoke again, "Since you all have no further questions, then let me witness your extraordinary abilities."