Night fell!
Within the Gu Mansion, a grand feast was held, filled with the clinking of cups and the lively chatter of guests.
It was a scene of joyous festivity.
A melody of cheerful and joyful flutes filled the air, while rose petals rained down from the sky.
Five figures descended from the heavens, landing gracefully within the mansion's courtyard.
They were five of the Eight Great Young Masters: Zhuo Mo, Qing Ge, Ling Yun, Mo Chen, and Liu Yue.
The five stood at the mansion's entrance, their bodies radiating an aura of blood and slaughter that lingered stubbornly.
It was clear.
The five had just emerged from a one-sided massacre, a feast of bloodshed.
The five young masters then entered the banquet hall together, bowing deeply to the celestial-like Xiao Cheng Xuan, who sat upon the main seat.
Gu Jian Men stepped forward, his Moon Snow Sword resting on the ground:
"Your Highness, the Martial King, eighty-one forces, large and small, throughout the Southwest Dao, those who harbored treacherous intentions have all been eradicated. Among them, the White Jiao Gang, the third largest force, has been completely wiped out."
"From this day forward, the Southwest Dao will only acknowledge the Martial King's authority. Let this serve as a toast to your wedding tonight!"
Hearing this, Xiao Cheng Xuan nodded with satisfaction.
He had already gained control over the Gu and Yan families. In the future,
the Southwest Dao would become the territory of the Imperial Family, his personal garden!
"You have all worked hard, my esteemed guests. Please, take your seats. Master Bai Li has brewed the finest wines in the world. Tonight, we shall drink until dawn!"
With that, Gu Jian Men, Lei Meng Sha, and the other young masters joined the feast. Xiao Cheng Xuan, accompanied by Yan Liu Li, joined them in revelry.
It must be said, Bai Li Dong Jun possessed a true talent for winemaking.
He had brought with him twelve different wines: "Sang Luo," "Xin Feng," "Ju Yu," "Song Lao," "Chang An," "Tu Su," "Yuan Zheng," "Gui Hua," "Du Kang," "Song Hua," "Sheng Wen," and "Ban Ruo." All were of exceptional quality, rich and fragrant!
As they passed the cups and raised their glasses, the clinking of wine goblets filled the air.
Lei Meng Sha, Bai Li Dong Jun, Si Kong Chang Feng, and the others were already thoroughly intoxicated.
They lay sprawled about, oblivious to their surroundings, on tables, chairs, or even the floor.
Even Wen Hu Jiu, known for his impressive tolerance, found himself succumbing to the wine's effects, his mind half-clouded.
To Xiao Cheng Xuan's surprise,
it was the seemingly delicate and refined Liu Yue who held his own best against the intoxicating brew.
Finally, as the moon shone high in the night sky,
Liu Yue, the most resilient, along with Gu Jian Men, fell onto their respective chairs after sharing a final drink with Xiao Cheng Xuan.
"Instruct the servants to prepare accommodations for our esteemed guests!"
Yan Liu Li, with a touch of gentleness, approached the servants and maids, giving them their instructions.
Tonight, Yan Liu Li had also shared some of the burden of drinking with Xiao Cheng Xuan.
Her cheeks were flushed, like spring peach blossoms in full bloom, a radiant crimson. Her eyes, slightly blurred with intoxication, seemed veiled by a misty haze, their depths shimmering and captivating.
"Your Highness!"
Yan Liu Li's cherry-red lips parted, her breath carrying a faint scent of wine, delicate and intoxicating.
Her raven hair cascaded down her back like a silken waterfall, a few strands playfully resting against her cheek, adding to her allure.
"Ah..."
Yan Liu Li let out a gasp, startled!
She had been lifted by Xiao Cheng Xuan, who held her close against his chest as he carried her towards the bridal chamber.
Upon reaching the chamber, Xiao Cheng Xuan tossed the radiant Yan Liu Li onto the bed.
With a thought, he activated his spiritual energy, creating a barrier that isolated the entire room.
And so, the customary bridal night rituals began.
We'll skip this part, as you all know what happens next...
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The night deepened!
Xiao Cheng Xuan deactivated the spiritual barrier and left the bridal chamber.
As for Yan Liu Li, having experienced a whirlwind of events during the day, she was now soundly asleep, enveloped in a deep slumber.
But Xiao Cheng Xuan's gaze,
was fixed upon the highest rooftop overlooking the Gu Mansion.
The bright moon hung high in the sky, its soft glow cascading upon the ancient rooftop.
A woman, her beauty as timeless as the ancient world, stood alone, like a celestial being untouched by the mundane.
With a slight movement, Xiao Cheng Xuan appeared before the woman!
He wore a simple white robe, its silken sleeves fluttering gently in the breeze, light as a cloud.
Moonlight illuminated her slender figure, graceful and elegant, like a willow branch swaying in the wind.
Beneath the thin veil, her face possessed a captivating beauty shrouded in a delicate mist.
"Indeed, you are the most remarkable Martial King of North Li. I concealed my presence with all my might, yet you discovered me instantly."
The woman's beautiful eyes held a mixture of surprise and fascination. Though she had roamed North Li, South Jue, and the Beyond for many years,
she had never encountered anyone like Xiao Cheng Xuan. His gaze was as deep and captivating as a starry night, his presence both radiant and mysterious, noble and extraordinary, his beauty unparalleled.
"Concealment? If the North Que Imperial Princess, Yue Yao, desired to vanish, you could have left as soon as my men slayed that Beyond Heaven elder. Tell me, why have you come to see me tonight?"
"Do you truly think you can avenge that elder?"
Hearing this,
the woman was startled. Her identity had been exposed.
Her mind raced, and Yue Yao, no longer hiding her true self, softly replied,
"Your Highness is a celestial being, and Elder Chen was foolish to offend you. His death was inevitable."
But Xiao Cheng Xuan's patience was wearing thin.
An aura of terrifying killing intent instantly engulfed him, his spiritual power erupting, isolating this space from the world.
Then,
Xiao Cheng Xuan's hand clamped down on Yue Yao's slender neck, his voice like a demon in the moonlight:
"Imperial Princess, you best speak to the point. Otherwise, I wouldn't mind keeping you forever in North Li!"
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