The time has come, and the hall is full of guests. The Phoenix main hall and side halls are already filled with distinguished guests from all over Tianxuan. Every one of them is a person with a great reputation in Tianxuan Continent. The seats outside the hall almost fill up half of Phoenix City. Although only seats outside the hall can be entered, those who can enter Phoenix City are all Xuandao overlords or princes and nobles who dominate a certain area.
This engagement banquet, which could be regarded as the most grand one in the history of Profound Sky Continent, was hosted by Feng Hengkong himself. Feng Zukui, who had basically left the world, was also present. Feng Tianwei and the other great elders who usually meditated in the deep forbidden land and rarely showed up were also present. They all attended the banquet… They all wanted to witness the most glorious moment in the history of Divine Phoenix Sect.
Standing in the center of the main hall, Feng Hengkong, who had been an emperor for a hundred years, could not calm down the excitement in his chest for a long time. The heroes of the world gathered together, and the four holy places all came... The four holy masters all came in person, and they personally prepared generous gifts. They also brought the top figures in the sects to express their importance. Such a scene was something he had never dared to dream of in the past. Compared with his coronation ceremony that year, the scene was many times more grand.
The goal of the Phoenix Divine Sect has always been to be on par with the four holy places one day. With the current situation of the Phoenix Divine Sect, even if it can maintain its growth momentum without any trouble, it will take thousands of years to achieve this goal. Moreover, the Phoenix God is dead, and the Phoenix Divine Sect has been on the verge of danger for many years. The greatest desire is the complete awakening of Feng Xue'er's power.
Now, the situation has changed dramatically. A terrifying figure who frightened the four sacred places appeared. This person was Yun Che's master, and the Phoenix Sect also rose to prominence because of the relationship between Princess Xue and Yun Che.
Of course, the four great holy places did not come for their Phoenix Divine Sect, but to please Yun Che. As long as their Phoenix Divine Sect could hold on to Yun Che from now on, they would not have to worry at all even if the truth about the Phoenix God's death was exposed. Even if the four great holy places had ten times the courage, they would never dare to attack the Phoenix Divine Sect. Because the one their Phoenix Divine Sect betrothed to Yun Che was not an ordinary Phoenix disciple, but the future master of the sect!
Feng Hengkong was filled with emotion. He used to be upset about the matter between Feng Xue'er and Yun Che. It was even the only reason why he had the intention to kill Yun Che. Later, he had to accept it because of Feng Xue'er's persistence. Now he knew that it was not a disaster for the Phoenix Sect, but a blessing from heaven! In comparison, the previous conflicts and hatreds, even the hatred for killing his son, seemed quite insignificant.
“Everyone,” Feng Hengkong raised his head and said. His deep and majestic voice, driven by his profound strength, spread to every corner of Phoenix City. “Today is my daughter’s double tenth birthday. It is also the day we fulfilled our promise and set a date for my daughter’s lifelong event. Everyone has come from afar for my daughter’s sake. I, Feng Hengkong, am deeply grateful.”
Feng Hengkong changed his tone quickly and said calmly: "I, Feng Hengkong, have a total of fourteen sons, but only one daughter. I love her very much and regard her as a treasure. Xue'er grew up beside the Phoenix God since she was a child. She is also the first true descendant of the Phoenix God in the history of my Phoenix Divine Sect. She is not only my beloved daughter, but also carries the future of my entire sect. Therefore, as Xue'er's biological father and the Phoenix Sect Master, I have never thought of marrying her off outside the sect."
“But several years ago, Xue’er and Yun Che met in Divine Phoenix. They went through hardships together and pledged their lives for each other. Over the past few years, although our Divine Phoenix Sect and Yun Che have had many grievances, the feelings between the two have not broken down. Instead, they have become even deeper and deeper. In the end, it became an opportunity to resolve the grievances… Now that I think about it, this marriage is also arranged by heaven.”
Feng Hengkong's words were quite moving and clever. He turned slightly and said with a faint smile: "Xue'er, Che'er, why don't you come out and meet the guests."
Yun Che and Feng Xue'er walked into the hall hand in hand and stood beside Feng Hengkong. Yun Che was dressed casually, while Feng Xue'er was wearing the phoenix dress she wore when she first met Yun Che. The moment they appeared, the whole world seemed to suddenly cast an unusually bright light, so bright that everyone could hardly open their eyes.
Because Feng Xue'er was not wearing a snowy veil today, her face was fully visible to everyone, and all the glory in the world suddenly dimmed.
Many people have heard of Feng Xue'er's name, but very few have seen her true face. They stared at the legendary Tianxuan's most beautiful woman, their minds were like being shackled, unable to pull away... The beauty of the girl in their sight was beyond description in human language. Even the best painter in the world could not depict her half-full charm. Even in dreams, they could not imagine such a peerless appearance.
Amazing, dazed, envious, suffocating... Anyone who has seen Feng Xue'er's true face will no longer question her title as the most beautiful woman in Tianxuan. But when they think of Yun Che beside her, all their undue fantasies and jealousy are instantly extinguished. After many people came to their senses with difficulty, they hurriedly lowered their heads and dared not look any further, fearing that they would lose their souls and lose their composure.
As Feng Xue'er's eldest brother, even Feng Ximing rarely saw her true face under the veil. He stared at Feng Xue'er with wide eyes, looking at her greedily, but his hands were clenched tightly together, and his heart was twitching violently in pain. If it was before the Devil Sword Conference, he would have gone crazy at all costs, but facing Yun Che now, the only remaining rationality made him feel like he was nailed to the rack, in all kinds of pain and hatred, but he could only stay still.
After Yun Che and Feng Xue'er appeared, there was naturally another series of cumbersome formalities. Although Yun Che was reluctant in his heart, he cooperated with everything - he didn't want to bring any regrets to Feng Xue'er.
"Che'er, Xue'er's mother passed away early. She placed this necklace buckle in my hand before she passed away, asking me to personally hand it over to the person who promised to spend the rest of her life with Xue'er. Over the years, I have always carried it with me and never left it."
Feng Hengkong gently held the necklace clasp tied with gold thread in his hand. After a while, he reluctantly handed it to Yun Che’s hand: “Since Xue’er was thirteen years old, I have imagined Xue’er’s life event countless times. No matter which imagination, the most basic point is that she must marry into the Phoenix Divine Sect and must not let Xue’er marry outside. Now, I will officially hand over this necklace clasp and Xue’er to you, but... I will not ask you to marry into my Phoenix Divine Sect, nor will I ask you to do anything for the Phoenix Divine Sect. I only ask you to treat Xue’er well and not let my most precious daughter suffer any grievances... That’s enough. Xue’er’s mother will certainly feel comforted if she is still alive.”
Feng Hengkong organized this engagement banquet that shocked Tianxuan, indeed to use Yun Che's power to establish the power of the Phoenix, and at the same time to resolve the huge crisis that has always existed. But Yun Che could hear that Feng Hengkong's words were all from the bottom of his heart - at this moment, he was just Feng Xue'er's father.
“Don’t worry. Even if I have to risk my life, I won’t let Xue’er suffer any injustice.” Yun Che held the necklace buckle solemnly in his hand.
Feng Hengkong nodded slightly. Yun Che’s words were enough for him.
In the palace hall, Zi Ji sighed sincerely: "Princess Xue and Palace Master Yun are the two most outstanding people of the current young generation. No one can match them in terms of appearance, qualifications, and cultivation. They are truly a match made in heaven."
Zi Ji opened his mouth, and voices of agreement immediately arose one after another.
"The only person in this world who is worthy of Palace Master Yun is Princess Snow. Conversely, the only person who can match Princess Snow's phoenix-like appearance and stunning beauty is also Palace Master Yun."
“It’s really something to be envious of.”
"Master Phoenix, why don't we set the wedding date today so that we can prepare early and look forward to the big day together." The leader of a top sect in the Divine Phoenix Nation shouted.
Setting the wedding date at the engagement banquet was a matter of course, but it made Feng Hengkong embarrassed. Since Yun Che was not forced to marry into the Phoenix Sect, the wedding date should naturally be set by the man. However, Yun Che's parents were not present, and they were a taboo that could not be mentioned...
Feng Hengkong laughed loudly, jumped up and down, raised his hand and shouted: "Everyone present today is a distinguished guest of our Phoenix Divine Sect, please drink to your heart's content, and do not be restrained."
Chirp...
Chirp————
The low and high-pitched cries of the phoenix rang out in the sky above Phoenix City. People looked up and saw thousands of Phoenix disciples rising into the sky with Phoenix flames burning all over their bodies, forming ninety-nine phoenix shadows dancing proudly in the sky, spreading blazing flames and the power of the Phoenix over Phoenix City.
“Hahahaha,” Feng Hengkong laughed loudly, “The Phoenix Dance has already begun, please enjoy the show and drink to your heart’s content, and don’t leave until you’re drunk!”
There was a unanimous response from people inside and outside the hall. The scene suddenly became lively, with loud laughter and clinking of glasses rising and falling like waves.
Looking at the hall that was filled with bustling noise, Feng Hengkong still couldn't calm down the surging emotions in his heart. Although he couldn't completely let go of Yun Che's hatred for killing his son, at the same time, he believed that Yun Che, who was so protective of his own shortcomings, would definitely not treat Xue'er unfairly.
The daughter he regarded as his life had found the best destination, one that she deeply loved. At the same time, because of this, his Phoenix Divine Sect rose to prominence overnight, and the Four Sacred Grounds dared not offend it... Even the Mighty Heavenly Sword Region wanted to curry favor with it.
Perhaps it was the blessing of the ancient Phoenix God that allowed them to rise to an unprecedented peak from the dangerous situation they worried about day and night.
After several rounds of drinking, the atmosphere of the banquet became more and more heated. The performance of Fengying Tianwu had reached its climax. The sky was filled with the sound of red-flaming phoenixes, and the whole sky seemed to be burning. Feng Hengkong came to Yun Che and Feng Xue'er and said, "Che'er, Xue'er, it's almost time. Come with me to toast. As for the date of your wedding... Che'er, you still need to ask your parents for their opinions on this matter. There is no need to rush today. Wait..."
BOOM!!!!
An abnormal roar suddenly came from the sky, accompanied by violent space vibrations, which made the atmosphere of the originally warm and extraordinary banquet suddenly tense. At the same time, a series of screams followed, and all the Phoenix disciples flying in the air fell from the sky with broken flames.
"Who are you! How dare you trespass into Phoenix City!" The roars of dozens of Phoenix disciples rang out like a deafening roar.
“What happened?” Feng Xue’er asked anxiously.
"I'll go and take a look."
Just as Feng Hengkong was about to rush out of the hall, the light around him suddenly became brighter, and a scorching wave of wind surged in from above. Everyone in the hall subconsciously looked up, and then everyone was stunned.
They looked up and saw the sky filled with broken flames... The roof of the Phoenix Palace had completely disappeared! !
Feng Hengkong paused, and Yun Che and Feng Xue'er were also surprised... Those who could enter the Phoenix Palace were all people of extremely high status. The Four Holy Lords, the Twelve True Immortals of the Holy Land, the Seven Venerables of the Sea Palace, and the Five Divine Envoys of the Divine Palace were all here, but no one noticed how the huge palace roof disappeared.
It was as if it was sucked silently into the void in an instant.
"What's going on? What happened?" The atmosphere in Phoenix City suddenly changed. An extremely uneasy atmosphere came from nowhere and enveloped everyone's heart. All the Phoenix disciples in charge of guarding went out, and everyone was on full alert, looking up into the sky.
A breeze blew by, the sound of the wind was so gentle that it was almost inaudible, but the remaining phoenix flames in the sky seemed to be swept away by a storm and disappeared without a trace in an instant.
As the remaining flames dissipated, a female figure appeared in the sky above Phoenix City, accompanied by a faint and strange fragrance.
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