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Purple clouds filled the east, and all things in the world bowed their heads in respect.
A thousand years ago, the Purple Rose Star Emperor’s Purple Cloud East Approaches stunned Star World, making all top-notch Star Generals comprehend the might of Purple Rose qi. Ever since, they broke through the limits of True Phoenix Realm to reach even greater heights.
Purple Cloud East Approaches was described as the way of a sage. In all of Star World, only the Purple Rose Star Emperor’s daughter, Su Mian, had cultivated to this Realm.
The emperor looks down from the dragon carriage descending the heavens, sage emerges from purple cloud east approaches. If it could be said that Yang Guang’s descent from the heavenly dragon carriage made everyone bow before the might of an emperor, to hum like cold cicadas, then when the sage entered the world, her steps auspicious, she made everyone prostrate in worship from the bottom of their hearts.
When Purple Cloud East Approaches appeared, Yang Guang’s meticulously arranged Dragon Carriage Descends Heaven could not compare.
“Hmph, hmph, hmph.” The tyrant girl gripped her armrest, her expression displeased in silence.
The purple cloud landed on Ascending Heaven’s Summit, and three beautiful women appeared.
The girl in the middle seemed to have walked out of a portrait. Her every word and smile, every movement and gesture, carried a breeze through the trees. Her purple clothes fluttered, and her tasseled hairpin bound her long, dark purple hair that flowed like a heavenly river.
She was none other than “Dream In A Millennium” Su Mian.
Two women were beside her. One was tall and beautiful as the moon. She wore majestic and intimidating golden phoenix armor and wore a martial general’s purple flame crown. That expression disdained gods and demons. She had a chilling, righteous air about her, remarkably like a god of war.
Her bearing was such that the Nine Elders Of Sui’s Shi Wansui and the like actually could not compare to her. Very clearly, her Star Name must be the apex of apex.
The woman to Su Mian’s left was the complete opposite. She wore a simple and unadorned long robe that was completely without unremarkable. Her presence was nearly imperceptible, almost like air. In an instant, people would forget about her. But those slender pupils nevertheless contained a rare spirit-light, as if staring at the long river of history, as if the history of heroes was written by her eyes.
Similarly, her spiritual power was at the apex, a spiritual power Star General who surpassed all others.
As expected of the one who controlled the Central Star Field, the two women flanking Su Mian were the loftiest Star Generals present aside from the Star Marquis and Chen Tuan.
“Your Majesty Mian, you actually personally graced us with your presence. This is truly surprising. In truth, having the ‘History Sage’ alone is enough. This is not worth wasting your strength, Your Majesty Mian.” Yang Guang’s expression was arrogant as she glanced at that woman in plain clothes.
“Five Moons Mount Hua. A battle to change ownership, a once in a thousand year event. For such a monumental feat, let it naturally be recorded into the flow of history.” The plainly dressed woman spoke with a clear and sweet voice, every word containing a weight that accumulated ages of history. Just hearing her voice was enough to cause people to respect her.
“Then that is for the best. I shall wait for you to record My feat, ‘One Brush Spring And Autumn.'” Yang Guang was overbearing.
One Brush Spring And Autumn!
Chen Mo was shocked. That plainly dressed woman was surprisingly Sima Qian.
“One Brush Spring And Autumn” Sima Qian was also known in Star World as the History Sage, one of the Central Star Field’s Seven Sages of the Bamboo Grove. Reportedly, her eyes were able to see through past and present, her thoughts could perform computations through antiquity, and her mind could discern through an era. Star World’s meritorious events were recorded by her brush.
“If one’s Star Name is able to be recorded in the Records Of The Grand Historian as its own personal biography, it is said the next generaiton’s Star Name will benefit endlessly with a Realm nurtured to extreme heights.” Li Su showed an envious expression when she heard that Sima Qian had arrived.
“If Sima Qian has come, then it’s even more imperative that we cannot lose.” Chen Mo whispered.
“Of course. To be a loser in the Spring And Autumn Annals is certainly not a glorious matter.” Lu Xiujing nodded.
Su Mian exchanged a few more words with Yang Guang, then sat in the center seat. Then, she gave Ancestor Chen Tuan a deferential greeting. Although she was the master of the Central Star Field, she appeared very polite and magnanimous. Even a first-rate Star Name like the History Sage was unable to suppress her grandeur.
“I hear this Fellow Chen Mo is the first Star Warrior in a hundred years to pass Mount Hua’s trial?” Su Mian directed a faint smile towards Chen Mo. “Then he is a genius among geniuses.”
Chen Mo wore a mask that covered his face, but without a doubt, Dream In A Millennium had already recognized him. Given her capabilities, perhaps the tiny hints he left were under her manipulation. However, the girl feigned unfamiliarity. Chen Mo tacitly understood and bowed, modestly saying: “Compared to Your Majesty Dream In A Millennium, This Mo is merely the glow of a firefly.”
“Fellow Chen Mo is truly modest. In this martial arts competition, I am confident you will be astonishing.” Su Mian meaningfully smiled.
A few more words were exchanged.
Sun Yingmeng curiously tugged Chen Mo’s clothes: “Do you two know each other?”
“Why would you think that?” Chen Mo looked at her in surprise.
“My sixth sense. So you two actually are acquainted?” Sun Yingmeng pursed her lips.”
“After the qilin hunt, she appeared, and we met.” Chen Mo nodded.
“So that’s the case.”
They were relieved, after all, the qilin hunt matter was very significant, so much so that it was recorded by Sima Qian.
“Right, where is your friend?” Lu Xiujing asked.
“Houxiu is watching from outside.” It would be too easy to expose her identity if Liu Xiu appeared in this kind of event. Like Xiao Mohe, she was secluded somewhere secretly watching this Mount Hua martial arts competition.
“Who is the female general next to Su Mian?” Chen Mo was very curious. That woman in golden peng armor was mighty and overbearing, intense and aggressive. Her Star Name was clearly extraordinary.
“I don’t know.” Li Xiao and the others had never gone to the Central Star Field, so they were not familiar either. “Since she can stay beside Her Majesty Mian, she must be a character equal to the History Sage.”
“En, the Central Star Field has so many fierce generals, perhaps she is one of the Four Lords Of The Warring States.”
Speaking of, what are you doing wearing a mask. Don’t tell me you’re afraid she’ll see you?” Sun Yingmeng said unhappily.
“It’s a secret.” Chen Mo shrugged.
“…You must have done something shameful.” Sun Yingmeng muttered.
Chen Mo could not help but smile. What she said was actually right. Chen Mo’s gaze shifted to the Imperial Empress Of Bedfellows’ side. As expected, that buxom and hot Wang Meng had also come.
…
“Kingdom Destroyer Great General” Wang Rou’s eyes narrowed as she stared at the man across from her. She wore revealing armor that let the imagination roam, but given her might as the Kingdom Destroyer Great General, even a Lord Of Heaven did not dare stare her in the eye. But the Mount Hua man across from her was completely fearless. However, his gaze was pure, clear, penetrating and unlike other men’s.
However, this made Wang Meng feel even more unhappy. This man looked at her simply with overwhelming power.
“Rou’er, what is the matter?” The Imperial Empress Of Bedfellows reclined on her scented couch. Her slender jade thighs were exposed through the slit in her skirt, and she behaved very indolently. She did not care at all for this unparalleled battle. From her perspective, the fading Mount Hua would inevitably lose. This tyrant merely made her come to witness her power, nothing more.
Hmph, truly upsetting.
“Her Majesty Mian apparently favors that man of Mount Hua.” Wang Meng said. She did not mention the matter of Chen Mo. This man was somehow a bit familiar, but she was unaware of how. From her recollection, the number of men who interacted with her could be counted on fingers.
“Hmph, Su Mian.”
Upon mentioning this woman, the Imperial Empress Of Bedfellows was even more unhappy.
“This Purple Cloud East Approaches formation truly makes the Star Marquis appear far inferior. Our Star World, our million Star Names, surprisingly must bow to a Star Warrior. This is truly disgraceful.”
“Imperial Empress, are you also dissatisfied with her?” Yang Guang chuckled.
“Of course This Palace would not dare be dissatisfied, merely jealous indeed. She has no Star Name, yet she can make us bow our heads and swear fealty.” The Imperial Empress languidly stretched.
“She is the daughter of the Purple Rose Star Emperor. In her body is even the bloodline of that Star General. She can be said to be the first in ten thousand years. The Imperial Empress and Your Majesty should not be envious.” Shi Dao’an warmly advised.
“The first in ten thousand years…Hmph.”
The two Star Marquis fell silent. They also knew how powerful the Purple Rose Star Emperor was. The current breakthrough in the Star Marquis’ Realms could even be traced to him, and the Star Name of that wife of his who gave birth to his daughter was an existence who dwarfed Primordial Star Names.
“But it is a pity that the price for this bloodline was too great.” Yang Guang chuckled.
“Enough. To be heard by Her Majesty is not good.” The cultured, refined, and otherworldly Yang Su, whose white clothes fluttered as she faintly smiled.
The two knew tact and did not continue their discussion.
Yang Su gazed at Mount Hua and also spotted the man that Wang Meng took note of. Her pupils somewhat glinted.
…
“Your Majesty, this is that young lord who protected the qilin?”
The female general inquired Su Mian.
“The very one. He went to the Qilin Hunt perhaps in preparation of this Mount Hua martial arts competition.” Su Mian faintly smiled, “Li, Qian. What are your impressions of this man?”
The Li woman was expressionless and impeccable.
“He has the bearing of a great general, a deep pool and a lofty peak. I am impressed. Perhaps not only the White Tiger’s soul, he should also have the Black Turtle’s.”
“To be able to receive your ‘Deep Waters Mountain School Sect’ evaluation, this is truly rare.” Su Mian said.
Sima Qian was like a dry well, unflappable: “Protecting the qilin can be recorded. If Mount Hua succeeded, another entry can be recorded. Then, he would have qualifications to become one of the Xuannü Seven Stars.”
“A Star Warrior like this is sufficient to make the other Star Marquis raise their guard.” Li said.
“This Palace has seen too many such geniuses, Let us see just how far he can walk. In half a year, he will fulfill his obligation to the Qilin Martial Emperor. That will be a threshold. If he is able to cross it…” Su Mian’s gaze flickered, pensive.
The Ascending Heaven’s Summit thronged, and after another moment, the sky became clear.
Su Mian rose and pointed a white finger. A square-shaped box appeared in front of her. This box was glossy on all sides and had depictions of the sun, moon, and stars. It appeared more brilliant than crystal.
“For this Mount Hua competition, allow This Palace to preside. Yang Guang, Chen Tuan, do you acquiesce?” The girl asked.
Neither of the two had an opinion. The bet on Mount Hua was an important matter, so they naturally could not act carelessly. That the Central Star Field would appear and take control was inevitable.
“Since both sides agree to use this competition to dispel your grudges, then This Palace shall not stop you.” Su Mian said, relaxed: “This Palace shall have Li reiterate this competition’s rules.”
Li stepped forward. She spoke with a resonant voice, each word resounding and vigorous.
“The Sui Ye Star Kingdom’s Yang Guang and Mount Hua’s Ancestor Chen Tuan will compete in martial arts. Each side will dispatch seven disciples to conduct battle. Whoever wins four matches will be the victor.”
“Should the Sui Ye Star Kingdom and Yang Guang lose, Yu Juluo will henceforth leave the Nine Elders Of Sui and join Mount Hua. The Western Lin Star Field as well as Yu Juluo’s other seven Great Star Fields will also form the Mount Hua Star Field. The Sui Ye Star Kingdom can no longer interfere.” Li looked at Yang Guang.
The corner Yang Guang’s curled disdainfully. She was completely convinced she would not lose. “Of course.”
“Should Chen Tuan lose, they are to relinquish Mount Hua, henceforth leaving it to Yang Guang’s control. As for Mount Hua’s disciples, they may stay at Mount Hua to continue their cultivation, but they must henceforth heed Yang Guang’s orders.”
The girl carefreely nodded.
“Your Majesty!” Li cupped her fist and walked back.
Su Mian said: “The rules are decided. Then what happens next depends on each of your abilities. However, for the sake of fairness and to avoid order manipulation,1 do either of you have any objection to drawing ‘Destined Competition?'”
“But of course, this is perfect.” Yang Guang laughed.
Chen Tuan had no opinion.
“What is this Destined Competition?” Chen Mo had an ill sense of foreboding.
“Both sides will each have their seven disciples write their names and place them into that ‘Star Image Brocade Box.’ Then, they will randomly select two disciples to compete. This way, there can be no trickery, and they can avoid manipulated matchups.” Lu Xiujing whispered her explanation.
There’s even a rule like this.
Chen Mo furrowed his brow. This bode ill for Mount Hua. If Lu Xiujing, the Red Fragrant Child, or Li Su faced Yang Su, Han Qinhu, or Shi Wansui, they would lose for certain.
Mount Hua’s side fully realized this, but they said nothing.
Then, Chen Tuan snapped her fingers, sending seven rays of intent into the box. Yang Guang snorted and also sent seven intents into the box.
“Then the first match shall begin.” Su Mian flatly said. Her finger tapped the Star Image Box.
The box spun, and everyone held their breath.
Subsequently, two thoughts jumped out of the box in succession. The thoughts expanded in the air and became two figures depicting the opponents in this contest.
Earthly Star “Highest Clarity Sect Master” Lu Xiujing and Heavenly Changxu Star “Minor War Department Senior Official” Tuwan Xu.
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