I Have A Dual World Seal-Chapter 853: Grand Banquet at Phoenix Hall
Phoenix Mountain, Phoenix Hall.
When Lu Zheng and his two companions were led into the great hall from the rear by Bai Yuan, dozens of guests were already seated, each with one or two subordinates, sitting separately. Hu Yijun, accompanied by Hu Zhou and Gao Junyu, was also among them.
Moreover, Lu Zheng also spotted Master Qingyang and Du Sheng, as well as Yi Qingtian, with whom he had once shared life-saving ties in Chuandong Dao.
Among these guests, there were both men and women, young and old, monks, Taoists, scholars, and kings of varying presence—some with auras that were breathtakingly powerful, while others were quite ordinary. Without any aura being revealed, Lu Zheng couldn't distinguish whether they were human, demon, or ghost.
However, it seemed Hu Yijun held some prominence, seated relatively close to the front among the guests, deserving of the Tiger King title.
As Lu Zheng and his two companions emerged from the back, all eyes turned towards them. Lu Zheng nodded and smiled, Liu Qingyan was poised and graceful, and Shen Ying exuded composure as they thanked Bai Yuan before being arranged to sit near Si Lingxi.
Si Lingxi turned and smiled, "How was your rest last night?"
Lu Zheng replied with a smile, "Very comfortable, the Spiritual Qi naturally flows into the body. Phoenix Mountain is indeed a Grotto Heaven Blessed Land, brimming with nature's beauty."
"That's good to hear." Si Lingxi nodded, then turned back.
With just these few words, everyone's gaze towards Lu Zheng and his companions changed.
Spending the night on Phoenix Mountain?
Are these three descendants of some great figure?
Linglong Fairy? Or Lianshan Sect Leader?
Definitely not the Spirit Rhinoceros King!
Only Hu Yijun knew the true details of the trio, wearing a smile, while Master Qingyang, Du Sheng Monkey King, and Yi Qingtian were full of uncertainty and suspicion.
However, today's main focus was not on Lu Zheng and his companions. As Si Lingxi took her seat at the head, everyone's gaze finally shifted away and concentrated back on her.
A gentle phoenix cry echoed between heaven and earth, past the hour of Si, and the world was bright.
"May the Palace Master's longevity be infinite!"
"May the Palace Master's lifespan match the heavens!"
"Wishing the Palace Master fortune as vast as the sky!"
The assembly rose in unison, bowing to offer their congratulations.
Lu Zheng and his companions hurriedly stood up, looking to the sides, but were gently stopped by Si Lingxi and then dismissed with a soft smile.
"Thank you all for celebrating my birthday." Si Lingxi remained as steady as a mountain, speaking softly, then lightly raised her hand, whereupon everyone in attendance was lifted up.
Then, a brilliant woman in colorful plumage attire quickly stood up, pulling out a red silk ribbon from her sleeve.
"This is a piece of Fire Cloud Silk woven from the millennium fire silkworm threads of Lingkong Mountain, wishing the Palace Master infinite longevity and ascension to the Upper Realm."
Si Lingxi nodded, "You've been thoughtful."
Red Crane stepped forward to accept the Fire Cloud Silk, giving the brilliant woman a friendly smile before turning back.
Seeing the brilliant woman sit down, a scholar dressed in white then stood up, "I recently acquired a pill recipe, primarily using Earth Fire Ginseng, Flame Reishi, and Huang Jing to create a bottle of Three Immortals Pill, dedicated to the Palace Master!"
Si Lingxi nodded, and Bi Hu stepped forward to accept the Jade Bottle, "Thank you."
Following that was the guest gift-giving session. Those who considered their gifts as average started first, with increasingly better gifts as it went on.
Yi Qingtian once again offered Cyan Strange Spirit Tea, while Du Sheng presented Monkey Wine brewed from various Spirit Fruits. Master Qingyang gifted three bottles of elixirs.
Hu Yijun offered a small horn crafted from an Earth Dragon Horn, which, when played, echoed with Spirit Sound that subtly sang, much to Si Lingxi's liking.
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One after another, the distinguished figures presented birthday gifts, with extraordinary treasures emerging in an endless stream. It was close to noon when the last guest presented a gift, marking the end of this mutual competition of offerings.
The birthday feast began, with maids from Phoenix Mountain streaming out like flowing water, carrying trays made of Phoenix Tree Wood, laden with exquisite dishes.
The Spirit Fruits emitted a five-colored brilliance, and Spirit Wine swirled with aromatic vortices. An incense burner on a sidetable in the hall was lit, and just by breathing in its fragrance, the Divine Soul felt stable and enhanced.
"The Phoenix Perch Fragrance personally refined by the Palace Master is unrivaled in the world," Bai Yuan transmitted to Lu Zheng and his companions, "It's extremely beneficial to the Divine Soul."
Lu Zheng and his companions nodded; they too felt it. Even these figures with millennia of Dao Practice found the Phoenix Perch Fragrance quite beneficial.
Not to mention the Spirit Fruits and Spirit Wine, which were all not mortal items. Lu Zheng realized they were, like the Dragon God Grass from the Dragon Palace, special products of Phoenix Mountain, born of the Phoenix's aura, and impossible to find elsewhere.
The support of earth vein volcanoes, Phoenix Divine Fire, and the world's heat caused the Spirit Fruits and Spirit Wine to carry a hint of fiery Qi.
After consuming these, spells powered by fire magic could increase in power, and those not cultivating fire magic could enhance their resistance to fire.
During the feast, performances by the inhabitants under the rule of Phoenix Mountain were showcased.
It should be known that the annual birthday celebration of the Phoenix Mountain Master has been occurring for millennia. Locally known as the "Phoenix Festival," it stands shoulder to shoulder with significant holidays like New Year and Autumn Hunt.
The centennial "Phoenix Centennial Celebration" is a grand affair celebrated throughout the world, for every hundred years, the Phoenix Mountain Master bestows divine miracles, selects exceptional women for mountain service, and even imparts spell Divine Techniques.
A hundred years! Many ordinary mountain villagers might never participate in such an event in their lifetime!
Therefore, each year, all towns and villages under Phoenix Mountain's rule prepare and elect the best performances, competing for the selection to be presented in the mountain and partake in the Mountain Master's birthday feast.
These were the people in attendance.
The dozens of song and dance groups selected from within ten thousand miles, though performed by mortals, showcased unique styles and highlights. Even from Lu Zheng's modern perspective, they were impressive, rivaling performances like "Only This Green and Blue."
There was a group performing "White Wagtail," with dancers in lively and vivid movements, spirited eyes capturing the essence, which even made Si Lingxi's eyes light up, signaling Red Crane below.
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Not holding back, Lu Zheng enjoyed the feast alongside Liu Qingyan and Shen Ying.
The fruits and Spirit Wine offered an immediate significant boost in cultivation, saving much Light of Fortune.
Indeed, with Si Lingxi presiding, dining with these top-tier figures was not the least bit daunting for Lu Zheng, leaving the kind-faced elderly lady beside them quite astonished.
However, given that it was the three-thousand-year birthday banquet of Si Lingxi, no one dared to probe, only remembering the appearances of Lu Zheng and his companions to warn future generations against provoking the three, who appeared charmingly attractive… 𝙛𝓻𝒆𝒆𝒘𝙚𝓫𝙣𝙤𝒗𝙚𝓵.𝙘𝙤𝙢
Indeed, based on their cultivation, ordinary people wouldn't dare provoke them.
The full course of the birthday banquet left both host and guests completely satisfied.
The songs and dances continued, stretching from noon until late afternoon as the sun set, finally coming to an end.
The Great Demons rose to bid farewell, proceeding based on cultivation to leave one after another.
