The Strongest Mythical Emperor
Chapter 131: The Twin Evils of Luo Yan

Chapter 131: Chapter 131: The Twin Evils of Luo Yan

Four-star rating?

Damn, even I should be stronger than that Feng Yixuan guy!

Qin Jun didn’t stop sneering inside, the fellow at the bottom of the human rankings was definitely not that far off from him, why would anyone assume I’m inferior to him?

Well, after I ascend to the throne, I’ll have to consider whether or not to replace this old guy’s official position.

If Jia Xun knew what he was thinking, he would surely feel wronged, It was just a casual remark, and now it’s threatening my future position, how unjust!

"How are the star ratings assessed?" Qin Jun asked nonchalantly.

Jia Xun took a sip of tea and smiled, "Every competition is different, so I’m not clear on the details, Your Highness just needs to maintain your best condition."

Qin Jun nodded, then began to focus on eating his meal.

The others did the same and together with the guards, they took up five tables, each able to seat eight people. Fortunately, there were many squads like theirs, so they didn’t attract too much attention. Of course, the beauty of Daji, Li, and Zhu Yanqing did cause many male cultivators to steal glances frequently.

Just then, seven young cultivators suddenly came over with wine cups in hand and headed straight for Qin Jun.

"King Yue, thank you for your noble act back at Bronze Pass. We toast to you."

The leader, a man in yellow, saluted and smiled before emptying his wine cup. The six young cultivators behind him did the same.

Qin Jun was momentarily stunned, then came to his senses and smiled as he stood up with his wine cup, "It was nothing, if not for your help, I wouldn’t have been able to do much alone."

He meant these words sincerely; the cooperation of hundreds of cultivators at that time made him feel like he had hired a group of extras.

"Haha, King Yue, there’s no need for such modesty," the man in yellow laughed, and the other six encouraged him with smiles as well.

Just as Qin Jun was about to reply, another group of young cultivators came from a different direction, also toasting to him for what happened today at Bronze Pass.

This scene made the unaware cultivators very curious, murmuring among themselves about who Qin Jun really was.

Today, several hundred cultivators entered the city with Qin Jun and others. Although not all of them came to this inn, a small part did, which led to this scene.

Zhang Yue at the edge of the third floor frowned deeply, his eyes filled with hatred.

Li Yuanba had left him bare-bottomed on the ground, a disgrace in his life he couldn’t forget.

"Yue’er, enduring a moment of humiliation is necessary to achieve greater things,"

said a gray-haired elder next to Zhang Yue in a deep tone, full of meaning.

His words made Zhang Yue withdraw his gaze, but looking at Qin Jun basking in such glory only stung his eyes more.

Meanwhile, on the fourth floor to the west, a table of cultivators observed Qin Jun. One slim man with a large mole on his corner of his mouth marveled, "So young and already reached the Golden Elixir Realm, truly a monstrous talent."

"Pssh, Skinny Ghost, you’re just inexperienced. If he’s monstrous, what about Jin Wuhui who’s number one on the human rankings? He’s already broken through to the Transforming Void Realm." Another fat man, his hands full of grease from gnawing on a sauced pig’s trotter, spat as he talked, disgustingly, but the one called Skinny Ghost seemed not to mind.

Skinny Ghost rolled his eyes and retorted, "Pig King, as if you’re any better, still hanging out with me."

"Pssh, I’m just pitying you!"

"As if you have a second friend!"

"Sounds like you’re talking about yourself."

Their voices grew louder as they argued, disregarding the other diners around them. Others would have been chucked out by the cultivators for less, but these two had an extraordinary status. Instead of being despised, the surrounding cultivators gazed at them with admiration.

Skinny Ghost and Pig King, while their names were vulgar, their reputations were huge, being strong cultivators of the Ascending Mortal Realm, unpredictable at times—sometimes acting heroically, other times humiliating cultivators in public.

They were known among gossips as the Twin Evils of Luoyan!

It wasn’t only the Twin Evils of Luoyan discussing Qin Jun; many other people of renown were curious about him too.

For a man who could get so many talents to raise a glass to him must be remarkable.

Qin Jun didn’t put on airs with these cultivators, engaging with them appetizingly. After all, he was a man aspiring to become an emperor, and wooing talents would also rally support for his future kingdom.

After chatting for half an hour, the young cultivators finally left. Qin Jun had a rather good impression of them, certainly better than the scoundrel Zhang Yue who had straight away inquired about Li’s identity.

The night deepened.

Qin Jun returned to his room for rest, as he would have to participate in the Hidden Dragon Martial Arts Competition assessments the next day, so he didn’t plan to practice cultivation but instead to sleep deeply through the night, conserving his energy.

The nights in Luoyan City were extraordinarily beautiful, with the stars in the sky looking as if they could spill down at any moment, incredibly magnificent.

...

Early the next morning, Qin Jun, Li Yuanba, Qin Yun, and Ye Xuan were led out of the inn by Jia Xun, with the rest staying behind to rest and enjoy themselves.

Within Luoyue City, there was no need to worry about personal safety issues, seeing that this was the Imperial Dynasty, where the order was excellent. At most, there would be some minor troubles; the cultivators here wouldn’t dare commit murder within the city due to the deterrent force of Xu Guiku being too powerful.

"Your Highness, there’s no need to be nervous, the assessment is not about actual combat ability,"

Jia Xun reassured a trembling Qin Yun, and Qin Jun looked on quite speechlessly. As a prince, did he need to be this nervous?

Qin Jun, on the other hand, was full of excitement, wishing he could join the competition and show off his prowess right away!

Well, it was more like relying on Li Yuanba to show off his prowess!

Ye Xuan and the other four following at the rear kept silent. They had been full of confidence before, but trailing behind the two monsters Qin Jun and Li Yuanba, they genuinely couldn’t summon a shred of confidence.

"Let’s not compare ourselves to them, let’s just try our best to perform," Ye Xuan advised, having previously participated in the Hidden Dragon Martial Arts Competition, he was sure the Imperial Dynasty’s sects would be more likely to notice him for his stronger abilities and experience.

They soon arrived at the turn in the street, and Qin Jun was stupefied to see the square ahead was packed with people, all cultivators.

"Damn it! Stop pushing!"

"Shit! Who touched my ass!"

"I’m so excited! I wonder how many stars I’ll get!"

"It’s just an assessment, do you need to be this excited?"

"Let me tell you, you’re definitely going to be screened out by the assessment!"

The square was abuzz with noise, chaotic like a soccer stadium, filled with cultivators, which showed just how many there were.

Jia Xun stopped walking and smiled, "I’ll leave you here, make a good showing!"

Qin Jun waved his hand and led Li Yuanba forward, with Qin Yun gritting his teeth and following closely.

Ye Xuan and the others exchanged glances, then followed. In theory, they should have parted ways with Qin Jun and the rest after reaching Luoyan City, but they knew Qin Jun’s followers were incredibly strong, so they shamelessly kept close. If it weren’t for the fact that they paid their own expenses, Qin Jun would have sent them packing long ago.

"Yuanba! Clear the way!"

Qin Jun looked at the seemingly brawling crowd ahead and ordered in a deep voice. Li Yuanba, following orders, began to stride forward.

This act made Ye Xuan and the others quite speechless. Indeed, following behind Qin Jun and his crew was a smart choice!