Sunlight filtered through the clouds, dyeing the sky a golden yellow, as if a vast golden brocade were extending infinitely. Green leaves swayed in the gentle breeze, as if dancing joyful steps, adding a touch of fresh color to the day that was about to conclude.
But when Chen Junting and his group arrived at Nine Treasure City led by Zhi Yong and Yang Zihan, they saw the city gates wide open, every household decorated with lanterns and colorful banners fluttering—what a festive scene.
Upon seeing Chen Junting and the others arrive, the original liveliness surged again, actually gradually evolving into thunderous cheers like mountains calling and seas roaring!
In an instant, people surged forward, shoulder to shoulder and heel to toe.
Even Chen Junting and the others, who had experienced great storms, were instantly shocked by this scene. Helplessly, they even violated the Nine Treasure Glazed Tile Sect's ban that "no flying over Nine Treasure City unless in an emergency," and rushed back to the sect amidst sounds of farewell.
"Whoa, why is everyone so enthusiastic!?"
Qin Lan patted his chest with lingering fear, and even looked at Gao Ming, who was socially anxious by nature and now still had a face full of unsettled panic.
"Old Gao, are you okay?"
The response received, however, was only a silent shake of the head.
"Old Gao is scared stiff!"
Huang Chutian wore a smile, threw an arm around Gao Ming, pressing half his body weight onto him, his tone full of teasing.
Chen Junting and the others watched the few of them fooling around, smiling without speaking. Their nerves had been tightened for so long; relaxing a bit now was just right.
Actually, everyone in their hearts knew that the reason for everyone's excitement was the results they had achieved in the tournament.
Although in the final stage of the competition they could not appear due to strength reasons, their presence was indispensable in the early stages, so seizing the final victory had their share of effort.
As for things like the final match not being held smoothly, or the Nine Treasure Glazed Tile Sect not defeating Shrek Academy meaning they didn't count as seizing the final victory... Do you understand the gold content of the Nine Treasure Team?!
If they really competed in a match, it would absolutely be a nailed-down victory!
Even Shrek Academy would have to admit this.
In this tournament, the Nine Treasure Glazed Tile Sect was the uncrowned king!
(Shrek Academy: Compared to dwelling on the final winner of this session, our students this session really can't compare to the Nine Treasure Glazed Tile Sect. Self Martial Soul Fusion Skill, temporary Ultimate Fire, Jade Phosphorous Poison that can rule the world with poison in the future, Nine Treasure Glazed Tile Pagoda Martial Soul, Ultimate Ice and Body Twin Martial Souls, Bone Dragon Soul Saint that can be called Ultimate Defense and has space abilities, Ultimate Metal that can even challenge a Super Douluo... Therefore, it's more realistic to take the "champion" back from the Nine Treasure Glazed Tile Sect's hands in the next session.)
Next, in less than a minute, Chen Junting and the group had already crossed Nine Treasure City and returned to the Nine Treasure Glazed Tile Sect.
Outside the sect, a huge archway woven from five-colored brocade stood tall. Hanging in front of the archway was a banner reading "Congratulations to You All for Bringing Glory to Our Nine Treasure Glazed Tile Sect," with gold-edged red letters, possessing extraordinary momentum.
At this moment, the air was permeated with a joyful atmosphere.
"Welcome back."
"Woohoo! The champions are back!"
"..."
When the sect disciples saw Chen Junting and the others, many greeted them seriously, but there were also many who seemed playful.
After returning the greetings, Chen Junting and the others walked toward the main hall.
However, not long after stepping into the sect, Ning Bowen, the Sect Master, along with the other Grand Elders, had already personally come to welcome them, the smiles overflowing on their faces each brilliant in their own way.
It was just that after meeting Ning Bowen and the Grand Elders, before Chen Junting and the others could report anything, they were directly interrupted by Ning Bowen. They weren't even allowed to continue to the sect's main hall; instead, they were dismissed to return to their respective courtyards to wash up first.
In his words, everything could wait until later; what was most important now was to give them a welcome banquet.
Regarding this, Chen Junting and the others naturally had no objection.
After half an hour, they arrived at the sect plaza.
A grand welcome ceremony would be held here.
At this moment, high platforms were built in the plaza, huge round dining tables were arranged, surrounded by exquisite stone stools. The tables were covered with a dazzling array of delicious dishes, from steamed seafood to health-preserving soups stewed with precious medicinal herbs, to special snacks...
There was nothing you couldn't see, only things you couldn't imagine. And without exception, all of these were smashed out with gold soul coins.
Anyway, the Nine Treasure Glazed Tile Sect wasn't short on money!
As time passed, the banquet was about to begin.
"Children, welcome back."
Ning Bowen stood on the high platform, arms spread wide. "Today, we gather here to celebrate our Nine Treasure Glazed Tile Sect disciples becoming the uncrowned kings of this Soul Dueling Tournament. Defeating Sun Moon, suppressing the Body Sect, destroying the Holy Spirit, even Shrek avoided their sharp edge, raising our Nine Treasure prestige! The moment they, the moment you all grow up, will be the time when our Nine Treasure Glazed Tile Sect becomes the number one sect in the world."
Under his loud voice, the words were full of heroic spirit and expectation.
Really!
The successive sect masters of the Nine Treasure Glazed Tile Sect had waited for this moment for a long time! Now, finally in his generation, he saw hope!
Ning Bowen thought this, turning his gaze to the side, making eye contact with Chen Junting on the left side of the platform, his eyes full of gratification.
He knew clearly in his heart who brought all of this.
The sect's geniuses were recruited by him.
The Ice and Fire Yin Yang Well was found using the map he obtained.
And soul spirits, arrays, array rune soul tools...
All these things could be said to be too many to count.
Chen Junting also seemed to see the meaning in Uncle Ning's eyes, smiling without speaking. But just at this moment, he suddenly felt softness transmitted from his arm; gently lowering his head, he saw Ning Tian leaning on his arm, and for a moment, gentleness was fully displayed on his face.
"Little Tian, what's wrong?"
"Brother Junting, this is really too good."
A headless and tailless sentence, yet it made Chen Junting understand the meaning.
Stretching out his palm, he stroked her golden hair strands. "When I become a god, and you also become a god, that will be an even better time."
His words contained a smile, but appeared incredibly firm.
Level 100 would never be his obstacle!
"I believe, I have always believed."
Next, the banquet began.
At the banquet, everyone exchanged cups, laughter was continuous, toasting and blessing each other, chatting freely. Some even shared friend gossip, causing the friend to become angry from shame and "attack" them.
Of course, there were also some guys who could be considered clueless, actually sharing cultivation experiences, causing quite a few people to feel extremely disgusted.
The scene at this moment could be said to be warm and lively.
But regardless, Chen Junting and the group, who "seized" the uncrowned king title in the Soul Dueling Tournament, were always the protagonists of the banquet. They were surrounded in the center like stars holding the moon, accepting the congratulations of the sect disciples, whether confident, humble, calm, or heroic...
As the night grew deeper, this celebration came to a perfect conclusion amidst laughter and joy. But the excitement and exhilaration brought by this feast lingered in the hearts of everyone in the Nine Treasure Glazed Tile Sect for a long time, and even for a period in the future, it would not fade away for a long time.
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