Murong Yuntian looked at Yun Feng with a somewhat oppressive gaze, his fists clenched tightly again, and his handsome face was slightly gloomy. "Yun Feng, can I have a word with you in private?"
"No way." Qu Lan walked over and stood beside Yun Feng, her seductive eyes coldly staring at Mu Rong Yun Tian. Mu Rong Yun Tian's gaze swept over, "Miss, who are you? Are you in charge of Yun Feng's affairs now?" Mu Rong Yun Tian had a fire burning inside him too. Ever since he returned to the Mu Rong household and learned about his engagement to Yun Feng, he had been suppressing his anger. He had originally come home wanting to propose to Yun Feng, but under Mu Rong Su's evasive and Mu Rong Ze's ambiguous explanations, he finally understood that he and Yun Feng had a previous engagement that was cancelled.
Murong Shuli and Murong Ze saw Murong Yuntian's face turn black as coal, and immediately shifted all the blame to the Yun family, saying that they had initiated the cancellation of the engagement. Murong Yuntian didn't say a word and hurried back home. The Yun family cancelled the engagement? Murong Yuntian knew without thinking that it was definitely the Murong family who had asked the Yun family to terminate the marriage contract. Just thinking about this made him grit his teeth in anger. The only girl who could move his heart had finally appeared, but unexpectedly, he and she indeed had a destined relationship, and even more unexpectedly, this relationship was ruined by his own family members!
Murong Yuntian left the Murong residence with a belly full of anger, not planning to return for a long time. Originally overjoyed by Murong Yuntian's return, Murong Shuli and Murong Ze were now thoroughly disheartened. Although they shifted the blame onto the Yun family, deep down they knew that they themselves were responsible for today's situation, and couldn't blame others.
Qū Lán Yī chuckled and gently wrapped her arm around Yún Fēng's shoulder. Qū Lán Yī was already half a head taller than Yún Fēng, with an extremely slender build, her arm perfectly encircling Yún Fēng. Yún Fēng's body hair stood on end, unable to help but move slightly. With one swift motion, Qū Lán Yī firmly grasped Yún Fēng's shoulder, "I'm Little Feng's best friend and roommate, isn't that right, Little Feng?"
Yun Feng glanced at Qu Lan Yi, remaining silent. Murong Yun Tian couldn't help but sigh after hearing this. "Yun Feng, since you don't want our arranged marriage, fine, I won't force you, you're free to go. However...," Murong Yun Tian paused for a moment before continuing, "I like you, and I want you to know that you're the only girl who has ever moved my heart. I won't give up on you easily!"
When Murong Yuntian said this, his handsome face turned slightly red. This was the first time he had confessed to a girl and also the first time he had said something so bold. However, Yun Feng was the only girl who could move his heartstrings, and no matter what, he would not let go easily. The engagement may be over, perhaps it was not their fate, but that did not stop him from pursuing her again!
Yun Feng was taken aback, unable to respond for a moment. Qu Lanyi sneered coldly and poured a bucket of cold water on him, "You'd better deal with Princess Kasha first, or you'll end up having two boats at once, handsome guy."
Murong Yuntian was anxious, "I have never liked Kasha! Nor did I show her any kindness!"
"Oh? Then why are you always together with her, inseparable?" Qu Lan asked, raising an eyebrow, while Yun Feng stood beside him, his eyes scrutinizing.
"That's... She is a royal princess, I cannot..."
"Oh……so that's how it is, so obedient, handsome guy. Then if the Kalan royal family asked you to marry Kasha, would you also agree?" Qu Lan Yi smiled softly, her enchanting eyes gazing at Murong Yun Tian. Murong Yun Tian's face tensed up, and then he said word by word, "I will only marry a girl I like!"
"Haha!" Qu Lan Yi suddenly burst out laughing, as if she had heard something hilarious. "Well, good luck to you then, handsome guy! Be careful of Kasha, this sticky candy will stick with you for a lifetime!"
Murong Yuntian's face darkened a bit, Kasha was indeed a sticky candy, she knew about her own feelings towards Murong Yuntian, he already had a girl he liked in his heart, what she said also made some sense, he couldn't keep meeting Kasha frequently, even if the royal family put pressure on him, he would try his best to clear his identity!
Yun Feng had been watching the scene unfold like a spectator, and when the two people finished speaking, Yun Feng waited for a few seconds before saying, "Is that all? Nothing else to say? Then I'll be off." Yun Feng spoke to himself and turned to leave, but Mu Rong Yun Tian was taken aback, his handsome face looking slightly embarrassed. After all, he had just confessed his feelings, and yet received such a response - it was really too...
Qū Lán Yī completely had a delighted and worried look, seeing Mù Róng Yún Tiān like this, couldn't help but smile with good intentions. At this time, another figure rushed in, seemingly somewhat reckless and urgent. Then, Yún Fēng heard an extremely eager shout: "Yún Fēng! It's really you!"
Qū Lán Yī narrowed his eyes again and looked over, Yún Fēng and Mù Róng Yún Tiān both turned their heads back. The person who rushed in was surprised to see Mù Róng Yún Tiān, "Mù Róng Yún Tiān? What are you doing here too?"
Murong Yuntian nodded at the approaching person, and Yun Feng looked carefully for a few moments before suddenly realizing and shouting loudly, "Zeran! Is that you?"
Murong Yuntian's face immediately sank a few more points, and Qu Lan's expression also cooled down. Compared to Murong Yuntian, this man who had just rushed in made Qu Lan feel even worse. Yun Feng took several swift steps forward, circling around the young man who had rushed in, and punched him on the shoulder. "You've changed!"
Someone smiled and said, "You're the same! You've also become a... beautiful young lady! I heard that the Yun family moved to the Imperial Capital, so I rushed over immediately. I didn't expect to actually run into you!"
The two were delighted to see each other, after all, it had been many years since they last met. The solid days of their youth made Yun Feng somewhat nostalgic. After a few exchanges, Yun Feng was overjoyed to discover that Ze Ye's personality hadn't changed at all, still as sunny as when they were young. This made Yun Feng feel relieved, for in the passage of time and years, the most essential and precious things could still be preserved, which was truly not easy.
"Have you entered the Martial God School? How was it, didn't I embarrass you?" Yun Feng said with a smile. Ze Ran scratched his head in embarrassment, "Of course, I wouldn't embarrass you..."
"Ahem!" A loud coughing sound rang out, and Yun Feng finally came back to her senses. She seemed to have been so engrossed in chatting with Ze Ran that she had forgotten about the others. "Little Yun Yun, who is this Ze Ran? Why don't you introduce him?" Qu Lan Yi walked over with a charming smile, and Ze Ran's face turned red as he saw her. Qu Lan Yi let out a gentle laugh, seeming to be even more delighted.
"This is Ze Ran, a good friend from childhood, if I'm being strict, should be considered my childhood sweetheart." Yun Feng said with a smile, while Ze Ran beside him revealed a slightly shy smile, his black eyes looking at Yun Feng seemed to carry many emotions. Qu Lan Yi raised an eyebrow, "Little Feng Feng also has a childhood sweetheart, how enviable."
Yun Feng smiled, she and Ze Ran weren't raised together, just the friendships from their childhood, but when Yun Feng was young, Ze Ran was her first friend. No matter how many years they hadn't seen each other, Yun Feng would occasionally think of him. It seemed that Ze Ran also hadn't forgotten about himself.
"This is Qu Lan Yi, my roommate. As for Murong Yun Tian, I think you should know him already." Yun Feng briefly introduced, which brought strong dissatisfaction from Qu Lan Yi, "What roommate?! I'm Xiao Feng Feng's BFF, geez..."
Murong Yuntian stood there without speaking, at this time Yun Sheng walked out and saw such a scene slightly stunned. "Feng's friend?" Yun Sheng pointed to Murong Yuntian and Zeran, Yun Feng smiled, let's just say they are all friends.
That day, Zeran stayed behind, and Murong Yuntian naturally stayed behind as well. Yun Feng had a long conversation with Zeran that afternoon, of course, accompanied by two high-temperature light bulbs on the side. Yun Feng didn't mind at all, but it was Qu Lan's and Murong Yuntian's gaze that made Zeran feel slightly uncomfortable.
Yun Feng also learned from Ze Ran's narrative that he was studying at the Wu Shen School directly under the Kalan Empire. Ze Ran's grades there seemed to be quite good, and Yun Feng subtly sensed that with Ze Ran's current eighth-level strength, he could be considered a talented young man, on par with Murong Yun Tian. No wonder the two were no longer strangers to each other.
That night, the Yun family was bustling with activity, but Yun Feng felt a sense of unease. She couldn't shake off the feeling that something was off about the people surrounding her. However, she didn't think too much into it, as she wasn't very perceptive when it came to emotions. A series of undercurrents flowed by unnoticed by Yun Feng, until suddenly, she remembered that Ze Ran had arrived in the Imperial Capital, and it seemed likely that he would be participating in this Four Nations Competition.
It wasn't until later that I found out the warrior's five-man team had already been organized, and both Ze Ye and Mu Rong Yun Tian were on it. The magical team of the Kalan Empire hadn't been formed yet, but apart from Yun Feng being a must-pick, Qu Lian Yi probably wouldn't be absent either. As for the remaining three spots, Yun Sheng might also take one.
The contestants of the Four Nations Fighting Tournament have strict definitions, warriors and magicians must be students of the school, those who practice outside are not eligible to participate in such events, and will not have the opportunity to join. The team of magicians should be led by Mashan School and should be selected from within Mashan School.
After waiting quietly for only a few days, there was already news from the imperial capital that Emperor Kalan had issued a summons, and Yun Feng and Qu Lanyi were to enter the palace. Yun Feng was slightly stunned, and only then did he remember that his older brother's strength had not been fully displayed yet. After all, the individual ranking tournament had been cancelled, so one of the remaining three spots must be Kasara's, and as for the other two spots, he needed to fight for one for his older brother!
At present, Mu Xiaojin's strength is not enough to be selected. Although Mu Xiaojin was a bit disappointed, she became more determined to practice and decided to work harder to catch up with Yun Feng and Yun Sheng! Yun Feng smiled and immediately went into the palace with Qu Lan Yi. It seems that the warriors and mages are going to meet each other.
Yun Feng and Qu Lan Yi entered the palace, immediately there were people who came to lead the way. The two of them had a calm and composed expression, their attitude towards the royal family was quite consistent, they didn't take it seriously at all. Xiao Huo and Lan Yi weren't summoned out, Yun Feng's summoner identity had already been revealed, so there was no need to always bring his magical beasts with him. After Xiao Huo's previous commotion, the people in the palace were a bit intimidated when they saw Yun Feng.
Two people were led to a door, the guide retreated respectfully, Yun Feng stretched out his hand and pushed open the door, walked in, and saw that many people had already been waiting there. Kalanti Wang and Kai were sitting there, talking about something. When they saw Yun Feng and Qu Lan Yi come in, Kalanti Wang smiled, "It seems our contestants have finally arrived."
Everyone else's gaze in the room shifted over, and Qu Lan's voice hummed softly with disdain. After all, given her current strength, these self-proclaimed geniuses were still a clear distance away from her. If Yun Feng hadn't participated, she would have chosen to decline quite decisively.
Yun Feng also slightly probed, the five people in the warrior team, the lowest level of strength was seventh level, and the highest was Murong Yun Tian's ninth level. As for the Eastern Continent, the development of warriors is still quite remarkable. The strength level of the talented young man has already reached a certain high standard.
The team of mages, excluding Yun Feng and Qu Lan Yi, included Kasha, who was at the sixth level of power. The remaining two were unfamiliar faces. Yun Feng sensed that one of them had a fifth-level strength, while the other was only at the fourth level! The little girl with the fourth-level strength was standing next to Kasha, looking very close to her. Yun Feng thought to himself, "As expected, it's all about connections."
"Now that everyone is here, I'll say something about the Four Nations' Championship." Prince Kaito said with a smile, but Yun Feng raised an eyebrow and interrupted him, "Wait a minute, Prince Kaito."
Everyone's eyes fell on Yun Feng once again, and Yun Feng smiled, "Since we're all gathered here, let's introduce ourselves to each other, it won't make us seem like strangers, right?"
Kai nodded in agreement, as did the Emperor of Kalan. It was likely that whatever Yun Feng said, as long as it didn't directly affect the imperial family's interests, the Emperor would go along with it. "Yun Feng is right," he said. "Although you represent warriors and mages respectively, you both also represent the Kalan Empire. Getting to know each other a bit better wouldn't be bad."
"After the Emperor of Karan finished speaking, starting from the warrior's side, five people introduced themselves one by one. All were genius students directly under the Karan Empire's Martial God School. On the magician's side, Kasha began to introduce herself: 'Kasha, Princess of the Karan Royal Family.'"
"Ximen Ying, the youngest daughter of the Ximen family, the richest merchant in the Kalan Empire." Standing beside Kasa, the girl with only fourth-level strength said proudly, seemingly not taking Cloud Feng seriously despite knowing his identity as a summoner. Cloud Feng smiled humbly, realizing that this was the Ximen family, the wealthiest merchant family. They must have spent considerable effort to obtain this quota, what a pity...
Another unfamiliar girl, Yung, spoke softly and said, "My name is Siqi, a student at Ma Sang School." The girl named Siqi had small freckles on her face and didn't look particularly outstanding, seeming to be somewhat timid in nature.
It was Blue Clothes' turn, and Blue Clothes lazily said a sentence, "Blue Clothes."
Then it was Yun Feng, and Yun Feng also only spat out two words, "Yun Feng."
It's a team that's entirely composed of men, while the magician's team is entirely composed of women, and they're all quite good-looking. The girl with freckles on her face is also very pretty.
"Alright, I've finished introducing myself, and you're all no longer strangers to each other. Next, I'll..."
"Wait a minute." Yun Feng interrupted Kail's words again at this time, Kail's eyebrows jumped a few times, Kascha pursed her lips, and Kalanti smiled at Yun Feng, "Yun Feng, is there anything else?"
Yun Feng smiled and his eyes fell on Xi Men Ying, "Excuse my straightforwardness, is the Kalan royal family trying to win first place or just going through the motions?"
Kalan Emperor's face finally changed upon hearing this, everyone else was somewhat tense, Zeran looked at Yun Feng with concern, Murong Yuntian's expression wasn't good either, fearing that Yun Feng's words would anger Kalaran Emperor. "What is the meaning of these words, Cloud friend? Of course, it's to win first place!" Kai hastily added a sentence, but Yun Feng continued, "If you want to win first place, please explain to me what's going on with this four-level water magician?"
Kalan's and Kai's expressions were both stiff, Ximen Ying was called out by name, and Yun Feng's words were full of accusations and disdain, causing her face to turn red instantly. Kasa spoke up softly beside them, "This is all Father's arrangement, do you have any questions?"
Yun Feng's expression suddenly turned cold, "Princess Kasha, are you qualified to answer my question?"
Kasha's face immediately turned several shades paler, and her voice was gone. The five boys in the warrior group stared at Yun Feng with wide eyes, this aura... was a bit too strong!
"Yun Feng, little friend, what's wrong with this arrangement? After all, the standard of magicians can't be too high... "Kai smiled and said, trying to ease the atmosphere. Yun Feng, however, hummed coldly, "Can't get the standard anywhere? If that's the case, I don't need to participate either. If you want to rely on one person to fight for first place with all their might, while others can slack off, I'm not interested."
Ximen Ying's face turned bright red, obviously Yun Feng's words had touched her pride. Ximen Ying stood up, "Who are you saying is muddying the waters?! You're a summoner, what's wrong with you?! Do you think that just because of you alone, you can replace Kalan as number one?!"
Yun Feng chuckled, "It might be a bit difficult for me alone, but without me, Kalan would also have no chance of being first. As for you, Ximen Ying, with your fourth-level strength, what contribution can you make to Kalan?"
Ximen Ying was completely shut down by this sentence, her fourth-level strength was not enough to see, and the level of Masan School was only slightly above average. There were many people above her, if it weren't for her family's connections and sending a lot of benefits, she wouldn't have been able to come here. Now being asked like this, Ximen Ying was completely exposed, and she couldn't hold her face up anymore.
"Even if we get her, it's too late to choose a substitute now." Emperor Kalanti said with a sigh, but Yun Feng hooked up a smile, "Of course, it's not too late, I have an excellent candidate."
Everyone who heard it couldn't help but be shocked, the face of King Kalan was slightly unsightly, and Kai also felt a bit awkward. This...this is too aggressive! Isn't this clearly asking the royal family to give up a spot? But now the Kalan royal family can't afford to offend Yun Feng, Yun Feng's words are reasonable, participating in the Four Nations Competition with a fourth-level standard? Isn't that just a vase? The previous match was also a loss of face.
"Who is Yun Feng's little friend?" Kai asked in a low voice, "If not in the Imperial Capital, I'm afraid it will be too late..."
Yun Feng smiled, the Contract Ring appeared in his palm and he put it on his finger. The five members of the Warrior Group held their breath and stared at him, Ze Ye's eyes were filled with excitement. Yun Feng was indeed a Summoner, not to be underestimated! He looked so cool! Mu Rong Yun Tian had a proud expression, but no one knew where this pride came from.
Kasha, who had been closely watching Murong Yuntian, was gloomy because Murong Yuntian's eyes were always following one person. Kasha's jealous gaze fell on Yunfeng's contract ring, and she recalled the trouble caused by Kaki earlier. It wasn't until later that Kasha learned that Kaki had secretly taken back Yunfeng's contract ring, hoping to possess it, but ended up getting herself into a mess, with the injuries still not healed. Kasha had scolded her for being foolish at the time, but now she seemed to understand Kaki's mindset a little better.
Possession, if she could possess the Summoner's Contract Ring... The thought flashed through Kasha's mind, only to be suppressed again. Impossible, how could a Summoner's Contract Ring be possessed so easily?
"Ran Yi, come out." Yun Feng's low call summoned Ran Yi in front of the Emperor of Kalan. The moment Ran Yi appeared, everyone gasped in unison - this was clearly a human! And a very handsome man at that! Mu Rong Yun Tian felt somewhat displeased in his heart, and compared to Ran Yi, his own appearance seemed rather ordinary. Ze Ran also looked a bit sulky, rubbing the spot where his heart was, unable to understand why he felt this way.
"Master." Lan Yi stood beside Yun Feng, his eyes automatically filtering out everyone except Yun Feng as he waited for orders. "Bring my older brother here," Yun Feng said. As soon as the words left his mouth, Kalan Emperor's eyebrows furrowed and Kasa's expression turned unpleasant. Lan Yi nodded and immediately pushed open the door to leave. The next second, a pair of wings flashed behind him, and he vanished into thin air.
"Yun Feng's little friend's big brother? Hehe, this is also...” Kaiyi smiled after hearing it, and Yunfeng gave Kaiyi a smile. "As long as the strength is there, why would the Kalan royal family say no?" One sentence made both Kaiyi and the Kalan emperor unable to refuse. Indeed, if the strength was there, what reason did the Kalan royal family have to say no? If they had to keep this fourth-level person, it would make the Kalan royal family seem unreasonable.
Ximen Ying was also a student of Ma Sang School, and she wasn't unfamiliar with Yun Sheng either. However, she didn't know much about Yun Sheng's later transformation. As for the Star Luo Club's competition situation, Ximen Ying wasn't very clear about it either. She snorted disdainfully, thinking that Yun Sheng was still the same good-for-nothing as before. Ka Su saw this and couldn't help but say in a low voice, "Yun Sheng has changed, his strength has increased a lot, don't underestimate him."
Ximen Ying smiled, "I am at mid-fourth level strength, even if he gets stronger, how much stronger can he get?"
Kasha frowned upon hearing this and didn't bother to say anything more. As the Princess of Karan, that was all the advice she could offer, and if you didn't listen, then so be it. Before long, Lianyi returned, still carrying Yunsheng in her arms. Yunsheng had been carried upside down for a while and felt a bit dizzy. When he saw his beloved little sister, he couldn't help but crack a joke: "Feng'er, next time let Xiaohuo come carry me instead."
Yun Sheng's feet touched the ground, and he slightly calmed down. Yun Feng walked over to his brother's side and briefly explained what had happened. Yun Feng then turned to face Emperor Kalan and said, "Your Majesty, let these two have a match. The loser will automatically be eliminated, no further discussion."
The expression on the face of the Emperor of Kalan was somewhat complicated. The Ximen family was the first wealthy merchant in the Kalan Empire, and every year they provided a wealth that was beyond measure to the Kalan imperial family. Most of the expenses of the Kalan imperial family came from the Ximen family's provision. Originally, this time it was doing a favor for someone, with Yun Feng present, Kalan's first place would definitely be stable, and Yun Feng had also agreed to come down. Other people were just decorations after all, so since they were decorations, do a favor for the Ximen family. The abacus of the Kalan imperial family was indeed very full, letting Yun Feng make an effort to get the first place himself, while also doing a favor, and utilizing it thoroughly.
Yun Feng didn't think that much, she just wanted a spot, but accidentally messed up the favor of the Kalan royal family. If this favor is lost, it would be difficult for the Kalan royal family to explain to the Ximen family. How to say it is also a skill, how to say that your strength is not enough to be eliminated? Too hurtful... The Kalan emperor thought for half a day in his mind, Yun Feng's determination was firm, and it's estimated that it can't be changed now. If refused, wouldn't it damage the dignity of the Kalan royal family itself?
"Alright, then let's have a match. Whoever loses will be eliminated automatically." The black eyes of the Emperor of Kalan flashed, and if Ximen Ying was eliminated, the Kalan imperial family would pin the name of the sinner on the Yun family, letting the Ximen family deal with the Yun family. This was actually not a bad idea.
Ximen Ying walked out, and Yun Feng smiled slightly, looking at his older brother. The siblings had a tacit understanding, with only one thought in mind: to deal with her, just one move would be enough.