[Chu Wuya: Taiyi Golden Immortal Ninth Layer, Reincarnation of the Great Chu Sage Emperor, accumulated the foundation of the Great Chu Divine Dynasty for countless years, creating the Sage Emperor's destiny and Human Emperor Physique in this life, attempting to contend for the position of Human Emperor in this life, with far-reaching plans, quite curious about you, thinking you are also not simple.]
Great Chu Sage Emperor?
Isn't that the founder of the Great Chu Divine Dynasty, an ancient Grand Unity Golden Immortal?
It seems he wasn't forced into Reincarnation after his demise, but rather sought the Human Emperor fruit status to reach the Chaos realm.
That is to say, he might even be a Ninth-Turn Grand Unity Golden Immortal.
Competing with such a person, Xuanyuan Po doesn't seem to have much chance of winning.
Han Xuanji was inexplicably gloating.
However, the other party still gave him enough Face, so he calmly returned the greeting:
"Fellow Daoist Chu is too kind."
Chu Wuya looked young, showing no signs of being the Reincarnation of an old fossil.
Chu Wuya smiled gently, but his tone shifted:
"I heard that Daoist Friend Han has accepted Brother Xuanyuan's invitation to jointly venture into the Ancient Trial Path.
This truly makes Wuya quite envious.
I wonder if Daoist Friend Han would be willing to give Wuya a chance as well?
If we can look out for each other on the Ancient Trial Path, it would surely benefit both parties."
His words were impeccable, expressing his intention to win him over while also giving him ample Face.
Many Prodigies around him secretly nodded, feeling that Chu Wuya indeed possessed a magnanimous spirit.
Xuanyuan Po's expression darkened, and just as he was about to speak, Han Xuanji calmly replied:
"Fellow Daoist Chu's kind intentions, I appreciate them."
He wouldn't be comfortable associating with such an old monster, and he would also have to guard against any schemes the other party might have.
Compared to that, this Xuanyuan Po was much more straightforward.
Chu Wuya didn't get angry upon hearing this, but instead smiled and nodded:
"Daoist Friend Han is trustworthy and keeps his promises, which is admirable. Since that is the case, Wuya wishes you all success on the Ancient Trial Path.
If you need anything, you can come to me at any time."
His demeanor was composed, and his words were appropriate; anyone who saw him would praise his "Sage Emperor's bearing."
Whether intentionally or not, Chu Wuya also invited many Prodigies to gather at the Human Emperor Hall.
The two groups soon coincidentally met.
The banquets were all set in the side hall of the Human Emperor Hall.
Inside the side hall of the Human Emperor Hall, ancient agarwood smoke curled around the pillars, glazed lamps reflected the rosy light falling from the dome, and bronze censers emitted wisps of green smoke, forming the shape of a divine phoenix spreading its wings.
Chu Wuya chatted and laughed with several friendly Prodigies, occasionally raising his cup to Han Xuanji's side, his demeanor impeccable.
Suddenly.
Chu Wuya walked towards Han Xuanji, smiling, and said:
"This tea is picked from the Three-Calamity Enlightenment Ancient Tree in my Great Chu ancestral land. Daoist Friend Han might want to taste it."
Chu Wuya swept his sleeve, and the tea poured out like a silver river inverted, each drop containing the image of the sun and moon rising and falling.
"Those who drink it can glimpse a sliver of heavenly mystery regarding their past and present lives."
The breathing of all the Prodigies in the hall suddenly tightened.
Such a display was truly exaggerated.
It seemed this Great Chu Imperial Prince thought highly of the Lingxu Heavenly Palace's Dao Child.
Seeing this scene.
Xuanyuan Po frowned, clearly very displeased with the other party's attempt to poach his ally.
I was here first.
Before he could even speak.
Han Xuanji immediately took the teacup and drank the extraordinary tea in one gulp.
This action caused everyone's eyes to flash; clearly, some people knew the hidden meaning.
This Three-Calamity Enlightenment Ancient Tea was no ordinary item.
As the tea entered his throat, there was no explosive surge of spiritual power as imagined; instead, an extreme tranquility instantly enveloped his Divine Soul, as if time and space had frozen.
Han Xuanji's vision blurred, and his consciousness was pulled into a chaotic place. Fragments of time flowed past him like a river, countless blurry figures and scenes flashed by in a fleeting glimpse: clashing weapons and armored horses, crumbling palaces, unfamiliar shouts, intertwined brilliant Dao principles... Those were traces of Reincarnation, and he didn't know if they were the so-called past and present lives.
However, in the depths of that mist, a point of clear true spirit, transcending the Reincarnation of this realm, remained unmoving. That was the essence of a Grand Unity Golden Immortal, firmly anchoring the "present" Han Xuanji.
The illusions receded like a tide, and his eyes instantly regained clarity, as if he had only been slightly lost in thought for a moment.
Drinking a cup of this tea was equivalent to experiencing three calamities in Reincarnation; it was truly a treasure.
"The intent of three calamities of Reincarnation, a single drink clarifies heavenly mystery."
Han Xuanji put down the cup, his tone calm, without the slightest hint of being lost in it.
"Good tea!"
The hall immediately fell silent.
Several Prodigies who knew the power of this tea showed expressions of shock.
They had once drunk this tea, and even a mere sip required considerable effort to break free from the Reincarnation illusion. How could Han Xuanji be so nonchalant, as if nothing had happened?
A flicker of extremely difficult-to-detect surprise flashed in the depths of Chu Wuya's eyes, then his smile grew wider, and he clapped his hands in praise:
"The firmness of Daoist Friend Han's Dao Heart is truly something Wuya has never seen in his life; I am impressed!"
He then took out a green jade wine vessel.
"Then let me toast this cup of 'Green Immortal Brew' to Daoist Friend Han, wishing your Great Dao everlasting."
As soon as he said this, everyone looked at Han Xuanji differently.
To receive such praise, the weight of this Lingxu Dao Child in everyone's hearts increased by several points.
Han Xuanji's expression remained unchanged as he drank with him, his heart unperturbed.
Although the tea was good, he was already in the Grand Unity realm, coupled with his Mortal World Immortal realm, it couldn't affect his Divine Soul. However, the corresponding benefit was also not great, only slightly enhancing his Divine Soul.
Seeing that Han Xuanji seemed to have no intention of leaving his camp, Xuanyuan Po's previously tense expression eased slightly. He let out a cold snort, and though he said nothing, his gaze towards Chu Wuya became even more vigilant.
This guy really had ill intentions, trying to test Han Xuanji's foundation with the Enlightenment Tea.
Chu Wuya was also very sensible; he no longer pestered Han Xuanji, gracefully turned around, and chatted with others, as if his previous action was truly just a casual gesture of offering tea.
After three rounds of drinks, Xuanyuan Po was about to announce the trial, but Chu Wuya preemptively stood up:
"Fellow Daoists, the Ancient Trial Path is about to open.
I, Wuya, am unworthy, but I am willing to set up a 'Dao Inquiry Tea Ceremony' to meet friends over tea. Whether we journey together or not, all are welcome to come and taste tea, discuss the Dao, and jointly contemplate the profound mysteries of the Great Dao."
As soon as these words were spoken, they immediately won a round of applause.
Many neutral Prodigies showed expressions of approval.
The Great Chu Divine Dynasty had always been famous for its various ancient teas. If they could get a cup of top-grade tea, it would also be of considerable benefit to them.
Han Xuanji watched with cold eyes, his heart as clear as a mirror.
This Chu Wuya indeed possessed brilliant tactics: first, he subtly stole Xuanyuan Po's thunder; second, he displayed a broad mind; and third, he could use the opportunity to win people's hearts.
Such depth of scheming truly matched his style as the Great Chu Sage Emperor.
With his accumulated wealth and foundation over many years, he was far beyond what a junior like Xuanyuan Po could hope to compare with.
However, it had nothing to do with him; Han Xuanji's objective for this trip had already been achieved.
[Seven-star check-in location "Human Emperor Side Hall" detected. Do you wish to check in?]
"Just a side hall?"
Han Xuanji was slightly disappointed, but he quickly realized that this meant many places here were check-in locations, even this side hall for guests was a seven-star check-in location.
The core areas would obviously not be worse than this.
"System, check in."
Han Xuanji silently recited in his mind.
[Congratulations to the Host for successfully checking in at the seven-star check-in location "Human Emperor Side Hall" and obtaining a wisp of "Human Dao Imperial Qi."]
"Human Dao Imperial Qi?"
Han Xuanji muttered in his heart; it was the first time he had heard of it.
[Human Dao Imperial Qi: The manifestation of the Human Race's Luck, a supreme Luck Treasure. After refining, it will grant the blessing of Human Emperor Luck, and can also be used to refine Divine Abilities and Magic Treasures.]
For Cultivators practicing imperial Cultivation Techniques, this should be a supreme treasure.
Han Xuanji said nothing, but continued to check in.