I Can See Your Combat Power
Chapter 1791 - 224: Ready to Go

Chapter 1791: Chapter 224: Ready to Go

Compared to the fervor from the myriad tribes gathering to pay homage, the three dominant noble families controlling Lingjiang are far less comfortable.

Though the true meaning behind Yuanzhou’s Xu Clan dispatching a king-level figure to oversee Red Cloud Mountain remains unclear, the level of support they’ve shown unmistakably proves that the Xu Family has truly committed to this destitute, isolated royal kin.

When the Void Grandmaster emerges from seclusion and lays eyes on these three families, when both new grudges and old animosities surface, will they choose to stay or leave?

Thus, even though they are geographically close, the merchant ships of the three families did not immediately head toward Red Cloud Mountain. At heart, they still wish to maintain a polite relationship, fearing future complications.

Yet while the Liu, Nong, and He families remain cautious, other noble families do not share the same concerns. As soon as they heard the news, many immediately went to Red Cloud Mountain to pay respects to the new king.

Some even brought their disciples along. If sect academies had been the preferred choice for training just months ago, the new king’s emergence has shifted priorities again.

No matter how prestigious a sect’s name might be, or how advanced the latest generation of Dragon Gate is, Unparalleled Academy holds a king.

Though it was uncertain whether their disciples would have the chance to apprentice, or even be granted an audience with the new king, demonstrating sincerity was never a mistake.

However, such obvious opportunistic visits, aimed simply at currying favor, didn’t even make it past the gates of the Academy—blocked outright by the city guards stationed there.

Swearing solemn oaths to abide by the Unparalleled Code was pointless; the guards dismissed them lightly with, "The inner city is undergoing war damage repairs—no external guests allowed."

Repairs? What nonsense!

With a king residing on Red Cloud Mountain, those so-called steward families couldn’t even break a single chair leg!

Previously, noble families would certainly have argued their case with the guards. But today, despite simmering resentment, they could only maintain smiles, obediently retreating to the mountainside or returning to their boats, pitifully waiting for Unparalleled City’s gates to open.

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Dragon Continent Calendar, February 29, 1796

Suitable for: Starting work, acknowledging masters, gaining wealth, offering sacrifices

Unsuitable for: Weddings, moving house, installing gates, kitchen rituals

Feng Shixing stepped out of Unparalleled City, tilted his head to gaze at the sky, and felt an overwhelming sense of surrealism.

The Ningxiang Road Tiger-Leopard always saw himself as destined to toil under misfortune, with meager blessings and light fate. For over thirty years, he fought with all his might, earning little more than empty fame in his hometown. Gambling everything, he gritted his teeth and entered Unparalleled Academy, seen by others as his last desperate attempt.

In his initial plans, merely maintaining competitive strength in the Fierce Realm and reaching the Martial Ancestor Realm within his lifetime was his sole ambition.

Yet now, looking back, he finds himself one of the most fortunate people in the entire Dragon Continent.

The tuition fee was fully waived, and he received one-on-one lessons from the academy’s dean himself—a teacher once perceived as unfathomable, now appearing utterly divine.

Could his future self continue to advance further, and then even further?

A sudden wave of confidence surged in Feng Shixing about his martial path, sparking the urge to immediately return to Ningxiang Road and enter seclusion for training.

But before he could take to the skies, a group of elegantly dressed noble disciples surrounded him. Judging by their aura, every one of them possessed notable spiritual power.

Without a moment’s hesitation, Feng Shixing clenched his fists and activated his Spiritual Power, only to be tightly grasped by a smiling, burly man.

"And this must be Mr. Feng."

The burly man’s tone was warm as he held Feng Shixing’s hand firmly. "I am Huang Yuanji, and I’ve been waiting for you for quite some time."

The mere act of firmly restraining Feng Shixing’s fists was not something an ordinary person could achieve. Upon hearing the man announce his name, it confirmed the Tiger-Leopard’s suspicions.

The lord of Gong Huang City and the Huang family’s mightiest figure, just half a step away from earning a title—no wonder he could so effortlessly subdue him.

Calmly freeing his hands from the man’s enthusiastic grip, Feng Shixing cupped his fists respectfully and said, "I greet the city lord and esteemed guests. May I ask why you’ve gone to such lengths to await me here?"

"Brother Feng is far too formal. I and these esteemed guests have been waiting for you to request a favor."

Huang Yuanji spoke humbly, "I’d like to ask your help in finding out when the inner city will open its gates to guests so we may pay respects to the dean."

As the city lord revealed their purpose, the expectant light in everyone’s eyes deepened.

Understanding their request, Feng Shixing also felt assured. He cupped his hands and offered a wry smile, saying, "The dean is occupied with numerous affairs and cannot spare time for visitors. Even when the inner city opens its gates, it will only permit disciples entering the Academy during September’s recruitment period. I advise you all to return early..."

During recent times, Feng Shixing had clearly become well-acquainted with both the guards and harbor personnel, particularly finding camaraderie with Elder Nian. As such, he knew some inside information about Unparalleled City.

Since this wasn’t a particularly important secret, he saw no harm in revealing it. In doing so, he might even alleviate some pressure on the guards.

Previously, the Ningxiang Road Tiger-Leopard would have considered any request from the Gong Huang City Lord an opportunity worth grasping with all his might.

But now, perhaps due to heightened aspirations or changed perspectives, even facing a figure close to gaining an official title, he felt no particular stirrings in his heart. He merely urged them politely before leaving on his own.

The Tiger-Leopard of Ningxiang Road had simply underestimated the world’s fervent obsession and passion for a king. Even though Feng Shixing’s information about the city-opening time spread quickly across the outer city, people still continued to join the ranks of those knocking on the gates and waiting.

Tang Luo, of course, paid none of this any mind. His focus was wholly invested in a major matter at hand.

"Prepare yourself. Come out with me."

Since Flame Sun Sword Master took all the Xu Family disciples back to Yuanzhou, Yun Xiu had been entirely idle. Unable to keep her thoughts off Chengzhou’s Tianshan, she longed to see how the tribal clans were faring nowadays.

If Tang Luo hadn’t repeatedly stressed that the danger had not yet fully dissipated, she would have flown off to Chengzhou long ago.

Ultimately, for a woman aspiring to navigate the world through trade, governing an academy or municipal affairs held little genuine interest. Thus, in recent days, she would come to the dean’s office to brew tea for Tang Luo while pitifully gazing at her husband, diligently unraveling the mysteries of the world.

Unable to engage in trade or travel to Chengzhou, her only option was to enjoy watching her man... A focused man was truly handsome.

Perhaps due to Tang Luo tiring of her stares, or perhaps because he had made progress, when he declared that they would be heading out, Yun Xiu almost thought she was hallucinating, "Heading out? To where?"

"To Medicine God Sect."

Tang Luo seemed to be in a good mood, cheerfully pinching Yun Xiu’s cheek.

"Medicine God Sect? Husband, are you going to find that single-minded Dao Child?"

Yun Xiu asked.

"That kind of single-minded person would be useless to seek out!"

Tang Luo laughed, "I’ve prepared conditions that the Yiqi Clan won’t be able to refuse. Forcing concessions is best done by one’s kin—it’s the only way to uncover their bottom line!"

"If husband already has a plan in mind, what role would I play?"

Yun Xiu asked, puzzled.

"You will serve as an insurance policy."

Tang Luo responded seriously, "An Yuanxi has remained inactive, and you’re safest by my side. Moreover, if Yiqi Tianlong acts duplicitously, we’ll need your Charming Eyes to compel their compliance."