Chapter 534: Chapter 287: Entering Central Province for the First Time, Sky City

“Just as Lu Yun had entered the Central Province, a shocking piece of news set off a tremendous wave.

It was because the imperial court announced that a grand banquet would be held in Sky Wall City in the Imperial Capital in two months.

The imperial court would invite many Heavenly Prides from the Thirteen Provinces of Morigin to compete in the Void Battlefield, selecting powerful Heavenly Prides to form the Celestial Strategy Army, which would cooperate with the Monster Extermination Army to invade the endless Great Wilderness.

After the conquest of the territories, these Heavenly Prides or their family behind them could become the ruler of a jurisdiction or even a garrison commander of a province.

Once this news was released, it caused a stir among people from various sides, and countless Heavenly Prides and their forces began to set off, with all kinds of Treasure Boats and flying spirit beasts constantly passing through the sky, heading in the direction of the Central Province Imperial City.

If it were an ordinary time, the competition to become the ruler of a jurisdiction would be immense, and under the deliberate control of the Imperial Court, even the top aristocratic families would have difficulty in obtaining control of a jurisdiction, let alone a provincial garrison commander.

In order to keep their family continuously growing, they could only rely on the big tree of the imperial court, constantly drawing nourishment from it to strengthen themselves.

Only when there were enough influential figures in their family within the Imperial Court, could their family continue to grow stronger, gain more resources, and support itself.

For all these reasons, many prominent aristocratic families were moved and sent their best disciples to the Central Province Imperial City to participate in the Heavenly Pride Convention.

This Heavenly Pride Convention of the Imperial City would be spectacular, attracting countless eyes from Morigin, and many young talents who wanted to make a name for themselves in the world were eager to participate.

Moreover, obtaining a corresponding ranking would bring rich rewards, which would be enough to tempt anyone’s heart.

As this news exploded, another piece of news came from the royal family: the winner of the competition would be able to marry the princess of the royal family.

Once this news was released, it set off an even more powerful wave.

That princess was said to be the number one beauty of Morigin, with an unparalleled face and extraordinary elegance, her reputation for beauty had long been well-known in Central Province.

In addition, the princess was also a martial arts prodigy, with potential not inferior to that of the Martial Academy’s Saint Child. Three years ago, she had already condensed a Superior Rune Seed and entered the Rune Seed Realm.

All of these factors combined to make the upcoming Heavenly Pride Convention in the Imperial City even more sensational and grand.

Central Province Imperial City, Sky Wall City, within the royal family’s territory.

“”Damn it, damn it, this is too outrageous!””

A beautiful figure with a slender body and a temperament that seemed perfect, stamped her jade foot, angrily causing her unparalleled twin peaks to tremble continuously.

Her delicate and beautiful face also showed an angry and fierce expression.

“”Ruoxi, why aren’t you practicing properly today? Who has offended you?””

Not far away, a fairy-like figure dressed in a snow-white gown, Chu Junxia, came over and saw Chu Ruoxi’s angry face, smiling slightly.

“”Hmph, my father actually issued a message saying that whoever becomes the champion of the Heavenly Pride Convention in the Imperial City can marry me. It’s simply going too far.”” Chu Ruoxi pouted, her pretty face filled with indignation.

“”Ah, so it’s this matter that made our little princess angry.””

Chu Junxia said, “”The Heavenly Pride Convention in the Imperial City will surely attract countless Heavenly Prides. Whoever wins the championship must at least possess the potential of a Saint Child and achieve the achievement of a Celestial Human. Father letting him marry you is clearly showing his love for you. What’s there to be angry about?””

News of the Heavenly Pride Convention in the Imperial City was boiling throughout Morigin, and Chu Junxia had a good understanding of the inside story.

“”It’s not okay. If the other party is a ruthless scoundrel, wouldn’t I have to marry him too?”” said Chu Ruoxi.

Chu Junxia shook her head and said, “”You don’t have to worry about that. If the other party is really such a terrible person, let alone participating in the Heavenly Pride Convention in the Imperial City, their survival would also be in question.””

These Heavenly Prides would be in charge of the Celestial Strategy Army after the convention and cooperate with the Monster Extermination Army in invading the endless Great Wilderness. They would also become important pillars of the Imperial Court in the future, so they would not allow those with questionable character to mingle with them.

“”But what if the final champion turns out to be a monster?””

Chu Ruoxi was still very angry.

“”Oh, so this is the focus of Ruoxi’s concern.”” Chu Junxia joked.

“”Of course, everyone has the heart to love beauty, and my conditions are not bad.”” When Chu Ruoxi spoke, she deliberately puffed out her proud chest.

“”It’s just outward appearance. Once one’s martial arts cultivation reaches a profound realm, the appearance and temperament will undergo metamorphosis. Whoever becomes the final champion will surely not be too far behind, so you don’t need to worry about this either.”” Chu Junxia said with a helpless smile.

“”Huh, it seems that Junxia’s sister is right.”” Chu Ruoxi’s beautiful eyes flickered slightly, and a ripple gradually formed in her heart.

On the other side, in Qing Province, within the territory of the Ye Family.

Atop a towering mountain, a handsome young man in a purple robe was sitting cross-legged.

Above his head in the sky, a splendid galaxy was hanging, flowing in the night and emitting a beautiful and stunning glow.

Suddenly, an old man appeared out of nowhere, and upon seeing the scene of the young man’s cultivation, he stroked his white beard with satisfaction.

“”Xuan’er’s Divine Ability has been cultivated to the second level, and he is sure to make a brilliant showing in the upcoming Heavenly Pride Convention in Central Province.””

The youth in the purple robe seemed to sense the old man’s aura, and his eyes suddenly opened wide. Then, the galaxy above his head disappeared abruptly.”