Chapter 92 Increased Rewards
The emperor was extremely nervous at this moment, his heart was pounding so hard it felt like it was about to burst out of his chest.
He didn't know who the senior Xuanzong was talking about was. Surely it couldn't be the seventh brother?
The seventh brother didn't even become emperor, so why should he be called a senior by the Xuanzong sect leader?
The emperor clenched his fists tightly, staring at everything in disbelief.
At the same time, Shan Yurou was also filled with fear and unease.
She kept praying in her heart: No, it can't be! It absolutely can't be Shanxi, it's impossible!
Shanxi is nothing but a useless piece of trash. The senior mentioned by the Xuanzong Sect Master must be none other than the Seventh Prince!
Just as everyone was speculating about who the senior mentioned by the Xuanzong Sect Master was, Shanxi, who had been sitting quietly, slightly raised his eyes. His gaze was as calm as a deep pool, without the slightest ripple, and he said indifferently, "Sect Master Xuan, you are too kind. Please take a seat."
Why bring her up for no reason?
She's enjoying her meal all by herself!
Xuan Mingzi was slightly taken aback, a hint of surprise flashing in his eyes, but he quickly regained his respectful expression and asked, "Senior, what is the reason for this? Is it perhaps because you find this seat uncomfortable, or...?"
Upon hearing this, Shanxi's eyes instantly turned icy cold, and she cursed inwardly: This bastard really needs to be taught a lesson! He's clearly trying to force me to go up there on purpose!
Shanxi slowly stood up, her gaze sharp as she swept over everyone present, finally settling on the emperor. She said unhurriedly, "We are merely invited guests. How dare we usurp the host's place and take the seat of honor? Your Majesty's hospitality is so kind, Sect Master Xuan, please sit here with peace of mind."
As soon as he finished speaking, Shanxi suddenly released an incomparably powerful pressure, which surged towards Xuanmingzi like a raging tide.
Xuan Mingzi felt a powerful force rushing towards him, his knees buckled, and he almost knelt down in front of everyone. He swayed a few times before barely managing to steady himself.
This move made Xuanmingzi realize instantly that Shanxi's cultivation was probably even more unfathomable than his own!
Xuanmingzi was greatly shocked. Despite his resentment, he could only step down and take the high seat himself.
Upon hearing Shanxi's response, the last glimmer of hope in Shan Yu Rou's heart was shattered instantly.
She couldn't understand why Shanxi, who was just a good-for-nothing, could gain the favor of the Xuanzong Sect Master.
And they still call her "senior"?
Perhaps the Xuanzong Sect Master has lost his mind, is getting old, or has poor eyesight!
Shan Yurou's face was ashen, and she swayed precariously, as if a gentle breeze could knock her over.
She stared intently at Shanxi, her eyes filled with resentment and bitterness, her nails digging deep into her palms, yet she felt no pain.
"Impossible, absolutely impossible!" Shan Yuru screamed frantically in her heart.
She couldn't accept that Sun Hee suddenly held such a high position, and she couldn't bear that the person she had always looked down on was now standing at a height that was unattainable to her.
At this moment, the atmosphere inside the hall became subtle.
Originally, Shan Xi was like a transparent person. Although everyone had heard about what happened to the Shan family, they were obviously more concerned about Shan Yu Rou than Shan Xi. After all, one was the future Crown Princess and an important figure participating in the competition today.
As for Shanxi, she's a piece of trash. It's already her greatest fortune that she became the head of the family. Now she's even gained the favor of the Xuanzong Sect Master.
The key point is that the sect leader of Xuanzong actually called her "senior".
What merit or ability does a good-for-nothing have?
The crowd, who had previously looked down on Sun Hee, now looked at her with a newfound respect and apprehension.
Those who had been pointing fingers and making sarcastic remarks about Shanxi behind his back now lowered their heads and dared not breathe, for fear of accidentally offending the senior mentioned by the Xuanzong Sect Master.
The emperor looked at Shanxi at this moment, his heart filled with mixed feelings.
Didn't the Crown Prince say before that Shanxi was a good-for-nothing?
If she were a waste, why would the Xuanzong Sect Master favor her so much?
Thinking of this, the emperor's face regained its smile. He stood up, cupped his hands to Shanxi, and said, "Senior Shanxi, I was quite impolite today. I hope you will not take offense. I would like to offer you a cup of wine to express my apology."
Having said that, the emperor picked up his wine cup and drank it all in one gulp.
Shanxi: "..."
Okay, okay!
Now even the emperor is calling her "senior," that's wonderful!
As the saying goes, one cannot hit a smiling face. Since the emperor was offering a toast in public, she couldn't very well refuse. So she stood up, picked up her wine cup, took a small sip, and said, "Your Majesty is too kind."
After the sect leader of Xuanzong took his seat, the standing crowd slowly sat down.
However, the faces of the people from the Southern Dynasties were now extremely grim, as if shrouded in a thick layer of gloom.
They had originally been arrogant and overconfident in their strength when they came to the court, but the current situation made them feel extremely uneasy.
No one expected that the Xuanzong Sect Master would come to the court in person, and that he seemed to be quite familiar with the Shan family head, Shanxi.
The Xuanzong Sect Master looked at Shanxi with a respectful expression, as if Shanxi were a highly respected senior, and even showed some courtesy to Junchao.
The Southern Dynasty Crown Prince's gaze toward Shanxi changed repeatedly at this moment.
He thought to himself: To be able to invite the Alchemist Guild and even be on good terms with Lulu from the Alchemist Guild, no wonder…
Thinking of this, the Crown Prince of the Southern Dynasty felt a strong sense of unease.
He had come to the Jun Dynasty with the intention of suppressing its arrogance and demonstrating the power of the Southern Dynasty, but now it seems...
The appearance of the Xuanzong Sect Master made him hesitant and timid. After all, the Xuanzong Sect held a very important position on the continent, and if he offended the Xuanzong Sect, the Southern Dynasty would probably be in trouble.
The Xuanzong Sect Master seemed to have seen through the Southern Dynasty Crown Prince's thoughts, and the corners of his mouth turned up slightly, revealing a meaningful smile.
He slowly stood up, his gaze sweeping over the contestants from the Southern Dynasty and the Monarch Dynasty present, and said in a loud voice, "In order to encourage all contestants to strive even harder, I, the sect leader, have decided to increase the prizes."
Upon hearing this, everyone's eyes were immediately focused on the Xuanzong Sect Master, their eyes shining with anticipation for his next words.
The Xuanzong Sect Master paused for a moment, then continued, "The disciple who wins this competition, I am willing to accept as a disciple of the Xuanzong Sect."
These words were like a thunderclap, exploding in everyone's ears.
Becoming a disciple of the Xuanzong sect is something countless cultivators dream of!
The Xuanzong sect's techniques and resources are top-notch on the continent. Once you become a disciple of the Xuanzong sect, your future prospects will be limitless.
The Southern Dynasty contestants' previously dim eyes instantly lit up. They looked at each other and saw the excitement and determination to win in each other's eyes.
The morale, which had been somewhat low due to the Xuanzong Sect Master's attitude towards Shanxi, has now risen again.
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