Chapter 795: The Ancient Floating Tower Clan and Sword Domain
After settling the Ghost Emperor and the other Immortal level Heaven Sovereigns, Xiao Ze ensured they received proper hospitality. Like most powerful factions, the Source Realm treated Heaven Sovereigns with the utmost respect, assigning them individual palaces and servants.
Even the Five Great Ancient Clans wouldn't be so arrogant as to slight Heaven Sovereigns, though they did differentiate treatment based on strength.
As the Pill Auction drew nearer, the number of visiting Heaven Sovereigns steadily increased. Among them were several Immortal level Heaven Sovereigns, which pleased Xiao Ze. While legendary figures like the Spirit Butterfly Pill Immortal from the ancient era had created pills sought after by Saint level Heaven Sovereigns, Xiao Ze's own skills had yet to achieve such widespread acclaim. Thus, the presence of Immortal level Heaven Sovereigns was already a significant triumph.
He didn't dare expect Saint level Heaven Sovereigns or their factions to attend this time.
Arrival of the Ancient Floating Tower Clan
As the sun began to set, a massive spirit vessel appeared on the horizon, glowing crimson against the dying light. Its size dwarfed even a city of ten million inhabitants.
The vessel was inscribed with intricate runes and brimming with the energy of countless spirit arrays. It exuded a palpable sense of pressure, a clear display of the Floating Tower Clan's mastery of spirit tools and formations.
At the vessel's prow, a flag fluttered in the wind, bearing the image of a black floating pagoda the unmistakable sigil of the Floating Tower Clan.
The appearance of this vessel stirred murmurs among the gathered cultivators.
"Could it be… the Floating Tower Clan?"
"And judging by the vessel's grandeur, whoever is aboard must hold significant status!"
The colossal vessel halted near Tianluo City, and Xiao Ze immediately appeared before it, his figure a blur of radiant energy.
"I am Xiao Ze, Master of the Source Realm. May I ask which esteemed Heaven Sovereign from the Floating Tower Clan graces us with their presence?"
A calm, resonant voice answered.
"No need to be so formal, Demon Subduing King."
From the spirit vessel, a middle aged man emerged. In an instant, he appeared before Xiao Ze, exuding an aura of unshakable authority.
The man was garbed in a deep blue robe adorned with cloud like patterns. At the cuffs of his sleeves was the symbol of a black floating pagoda, exquisitely embroidered. His demeanor was refined, yet his presence radiated overwhelming pressure.
"You honor us with your presence, Senior. May I know your name?" Xiao Ze asked respectfully.
"I am Futu Tian, though you may not recognize me by name. However, my daughter, Qing Yanjing, seems to be an acquaintance of yours."
Hearing this, Xiao Ze was momentarily stunned before realization dawned.
Qing Yanjing's father was the patriarch of the Floating Tower Clan and the head of the Qing Bloodline this man standing before him was none other than the clan patriarch himself.
"It is a great honor to meet the patriarch of the Floating Tower Clan! Please forgive my earlier lack of decorum," Xiao Ze said, cupping his hands in respect.
"Haha, no need for formalities," Futu Tian replied with a genial smile. "Would you like to meet Yanjing? She's here as well."
Futu Tian gestured toward the vessel, and Xiao Ze raised an eyebrow in surprise. He hadn't sensed her presence, as he refrained from probing the vessel with his soul energy out of courtesy.
Moments later, a familiar figure emerged, flying toward them hesitantly.
"Xiao Ze, long time no see." Qing Yanjing greeted him with a warm smile.
"Teacher Qing Yanjing, hiding from your student is there something I did wrong?" Xiao Ze teased, bowing slightly in jest.
The exchange caught Futu Tian's attention, and his eyes flashed with intrigue. It seems Yanjing has quite the unique relationship with this Demon Subduing King.
"This… Well, didn't we agree to explore the path to Heaven Sovereign together?" Qing Yanjing said with a rare hint of embarrassment. "And now you've already become a Heaven Sovereign, renowned across the Vast Thousand Worlds, while I've been stuck just shy of that realm."
"Haha, there's no need for such reservations, Teacher. In fact, I've recently made breakthroughs in the art of spirit arrays. Perhaps I can offer you some humble assistance."
Qing Yanjing's eyes widened slightly in surprise. "Spirit arrays too? You've progressed to that level already?"
"Indeed. I've also prepared a divine pill that might help you in your breakthrough to Heaven Sovereign," Xiao Ze replied.
Futu Tian, observing their interaction, smiled approvingly. It seemed the relationship between his daughter and the Demon Subduing King was stronger than he had anticipated.
Sword Domain Arrives
As Xiao Ze prepared to escort the Floating Tower Clan delegation into Tianluo City, Futu Tian's gaze shifted westward.
His expression shifted to one of mild surprise.
"A sword light? It seems the Sword Domain has sent someone as well. Your Pill Auction is proving to be quite the event, Xiao Ze."
"Patriarch, please, just call me Xiao Ze," he replied modestly.
"If that's the case, then you may address me as Uncle," Futu Tian responded with a laugh.
Moments later, a dazzling sword light illuminated the western sky, splitting through the night as two figures emerged from it.
The light faded, revealing a man in white robes and a girl in a flowing white dress.
"White Zhan You of the Sword Domain greets the Floating Tower Patriarch and the Demon Subduing King," the white robed man said, cupping his hands in greeting.
The girl beside him remained silent, her demeanor poised and respectful.
Xiao Ze examined the duo with interest. White Zhan You, known as the First Domain Lord, was the strongest among the Sword Domain's leaders beneath the legendary Green Clad Sword Saint. His aura was that of a late stage Immortal level Heaven Sovereign, while the girl beside him, though only a peak Earth Sovereign, radiated immense potential.
"First Domain Lord Zhan You," Xiao Ze said with a nod. "Your presence brings great honor to the Source Realm."
Zhan You smiled faintly. "Your Pill Auction must be quite extraordinary to attract so many powerful factions. We couldn't afford to miss it."
With two factions boasting Saint level Heaven Sovereigns now represented, the Pill Auction had exceeded all expectations before it had even begun.
(Chapter End)
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