C154 Guest Elder

As soon as Lu Qingfeng's figure entered the luxurious reception room, everyone's gaze was attracted over.

A long white robe, like snow, was worn on Lu Qingfeng's body. His skinny body, that wasn't thin at all, stood straight at the door.

With his hands behind his back and a faint smile on his face, he looked at everyone in the room.

When Shangguan Wenren stood up, the other five elders also stood up. Shangguan Wenren looked at the youth who still had his face at eighteen and couldn't help but secretly praise him in his heart. Indeed, a hero came from a young man.

Before he could think about it further, Shangguan Qinghu took two steps forward and came before Lu Qingfeng. Just as he was about to clasp his fists in salute, Lu Qingfeng took the initiative to clasp his fists and said, "Lu Qingfeng greets Pavilion Master Shangguan."

Lu Qingfeng had rushed to bow first because of Shangguan Zitong. Otherwise, with Lu Qingfeng's identity as a Grandmaster in alchemy, Shangguan Wenren Emperor would not have been able to curry favor with him.

Shangguan Wenren quickly returned the courtesy. "No, no, Elder Lu, no need to be polite. We're family from now on, so don't bother with formalities." The other five elders also agreed.

After that, he saw Shangguan Wenren take out a brocade box, passing it to Lu Qingfeng and said, "Elder Lu, this brocade box contains the magical bead that you need, please keep it well. As for the order badge, after the Treasure Pavilion's decision, they must hand it over to you in a grand occasion.

"I don't dare, I don't dare," Lu Qingfeng laughed, "All is up to Pavilion Master." After that, Shangguan Wenren introduced the five elders behind him to Lu Qingfeng. The crowd politely greeted them one by one.

Then, Shangguan Wenren said to Shangguan Zitong, "Send someone to inform the Imperial Hotel that the time we set is the same. Tomorrow's banquet will start on time. Tell them to prepare according to the top-notch rules."

Shangguan Tiantong sent people to the Imperial Hotel, Lu Qingfeng also put away the Metal-type Heavenly Illusionary Pearl, and everyone sat down on the sofa in the reception room to discuss some insignificant topics. Soon, the atmosphere became lively and the conversation became very harmonious.

After confirming that Lu Qingfeng had become a guest elder of the Treasure Pavilion, the branch of the Treasure Pavilion of the Gongyu Empire began to make all the necessary arrangements. They booked the entire Empire's hotels, issued invitations, and invited all of their friends, as well as the royal family of the Gongyu Empire, to view this matter as the most important matter.

As of a few days ago, the Imperial Hotel had already stopped operations and was fully prepared for this matter. The Gongyu Empire was doing this because they wanted to express their goodwill towards the Treasure Pavilion.

With the wealth, strength, and influence of the Treasure Pavilion of the Divine Continent, the royal family of the Gongyu Empire were like ants in front of them. The emperor of the apartment empire strictly ordered that this matter must be handled with full effort.

The next morning, Lu Qingfeng, accompanied by Shangguan Wenren, Shangguan Zitong, and the five elders, arrived at the banquet hall of the Empire's Grand Hotel early in the morning.

At the back of the banquet hall, there was a small living room. The purpose of coming here first was to let people know each other. It was equivalent to a small meeting.

The ones who came here first were the Emperor of Gongyu Empire, all the ministers of the civil and martial arts world, and their families. Seeing Lu Qingfeng, Shangguan Wenren and the others enter the living room, everyone stood up.

Shangguan Wenren Ren was in the front, Lu Qingfeng was following closely behind, and the Emperor of Gongyu Empire, Gongyu Xian, led everyone to welcome them.

Shangguan Wenren turned to Lu Qingfeng and smiled, "Elder Lu, come, come. Let me introduce you. This is the Emperor of Gongyu Empire. Brother Xian Liang, this is our main protagonist today, Lu Qingfeng and Elder Lu."

Lu Qingfeng stepped forward, cupped his fists, and said with a smile, "Lu Qingfeng greets His Majesty the Emperor." Gongyu took a step forward and carefully sized up Lu Qingfeng while praising him: "Brother Qingfeng, there is no need to be so polite, your name is well-known like thunder in my ears. Back then, when you were acknowledged as the king, I already knew about you, but I didn't expect to see your true appearance today, it is truly a blessing of three lives."

Lu Qingfeng quickly said: "Your Majesty, you flatter me too much. Qingfeng is ashamed."

Gongyu Xian Liang waved his hand and smiled, "Old brother Qing Feng's name has spread throughout the entire Eastern Falling Divine Continent. Everyone that cultivates today knows him, and after seeing him today, it turns out that the rumors are true, calling you a young hero were true, not only was I an elder of the Treasure Pavilion, but I am also a King of Nanxiong. I hope that our two countries can establish a partnership, what do you think?"

"Alright," Lu Qingfeng smiled, "Qingfeng also has the same intention. Later on, Qingfeng will personally go to the Imperial Palace to meet with His Majesty and discuss this matter together."

Gongyu Xian Liang and Lu Qingfeng shook hands. They were very happy that they were able to form an alliance, and just finished their conversation with Gongyu Xian Liang. The representatives of the South Rong Empire in Gongyu Empire also came to pay their respects, and soon after, dozens of empire representatives went up to congratulate Lu Qingfeng.

After these people finished congratulating, the guard at the door shouted loudly, "The Great Elder Liu Xingyu of the Profound Sky Sect has arrived.

Hearing this, Lu Qingfeng felt that some old acquaintances had come. Moreover, they were not ordinary acquaintances. No matter what, he had to go greet them. Before they reached the living room door, Liu Xingyu had already walked in.

Liu Xingyu looked at Lu Qingfeng and said, "Qingfeng, not even two years have passed. You have gained another title. The old man congratulates you." As he finished, he even cupped his hands towards Lu Qingfeng.

Towards Liu Xingyu, Lu Qingfeng had long since turned his hatred into respect. Hearing Liu Xingyu's words, Lu Qingfeng quickly cupped his fist and said, "Senior, don't be like this. This will kill the younger generation."

Gongyu and Xian Liang who were watching from the side could not help but think to themselves: "It seems like the relationship between Elder Lu and Liu Xingyu is not ordinary. From now on, we must have a good relationship with him."

Behind them were the headmasters of the Empyrean and surrounding Empires of Gongyu and their sect heads. They all went up to congratulate Lu Qingfeng. At this time, the small hall was already packed full. Under the coordination of the host, everyone came to the banquet hall and took their seats.

Lu Qingfeng was sitting in front of a huge round table at the very front of the banquet hall. Shangguan Wenren, the five great elders, Liu Xingyu, Gongyu, and the other seven sects' headmasters and sect masters were sitting together with him.

In the banquet hall, over a thousand people were seated. All of them were people of illustrious statuses. Now, all of them had to look up to Lu Qingfeng before they could see him.

However, Lu Qingfeng was very clear in his heart that the higher he climbed, the harder he fell. Moreover, to Lu Qingfeng, these identities were all useless. His goal was to step into the peak of cultivation in this world.

Seeing that all the dining tables were already filled with people, Shangguan Wenren stood up, looked around the banquet hall, and then said, "My friends, although many of you know me, please do not mind my nagging. Allow me to introduce myself, I am Shangguan Wenren, the master of the Treasure Pavilion of Divine Continent, and I will personally host today's grand meeting."

Many people did not know Shangguan Wenren's name, but the pavilion master of the Treasure Pavilion in the Divine Continent was a household name. It was a great honor to be standing in front of him, an existence that everyone thought was worthy of respect, not to mention being invited to the banquet together. Almost everyone here felt flattered and flattered.

The banquet hall immediately became quiet. Shangguan Wenren continued, "Today's grand meeting, the Divine Treasure Pavilion will be held for one person, and he is the main character of this banquet. He is not even thirty years old, and has already become a grandmaster of alchemy, and his cultivation has reached the Emptiness Realm. He is Lu Qingfeng, who is about to become the guest elder of our Divine Treasure Pavilion.

After Shangguan Wenren had finished speaking, thunderous applause filled the banquet hall again. Hearing Shangguan Wenren calling his name, Lu Qingfeng stood up and, like Shangguan Wenren, swept his gaze across the entire hall.

With Lu Qingfeng's soul at the level of a True God's, looking at him with his deep and distant gaze, it was as if his heart had stopped beating. Some people, on the other hand, felt their hearts beating faster and faster when they were gazed upon by Lu Qingfeng, as if they wanted to jump out from their hearts.

Lu Qingfeng only glanced around before the banquet hall quieted down. It was now so quiet that a pin drop could be heard.

Lu Qingfeng cleared his throat and said with a smile: "Guests and friends, Qingfeng was honored with the love of Pavilion Master Shangguan and all the elders, and was given the position of guest elder. Qingfeng had been wondering last night, what kind of outstanding people did he have, to actually be able to gain the love of all the seniors." Guests and friends, Qingfeng cleared his throat, and smiled and said: "Guests and friends, Qingfeng was blessed with the love of Pavilion Master Shangguan and all the elders, and was awarded the position of guest elder.

After Lu Qingfeng finished speaking, another round of applause rang out in the entire banquet hall. Shangguan Wenren and the five elders looked at each other and all secretly nodded their heads.

They had planned this step in hopes of hearing Lu Qingfeng's opinion. In front of so many guests, even if they reneged on their promises, there was no way to retreat. Of course, the Treasure Pavilion would definitely not mistreat Lu Qingfeng.

Shangguan Wenren had Lu Qingfeng come up to speak, and Lu Qingfeng was well aware of the intentions of the Treasure Pavilion's upper echelons. Putting aside his relationship with Shangguan Zitong, seeing Shangguan Wenren and the five elders today had left a good impression on him.

The reason why Lu Qingfeng said something like that earlier was entirely out of his own free will. Otherwise, even if he placed his saber against Lu Qingfeng's neck, he wouldn't have been able to make him obey.

After Lu Qingfeng was done speaking, Shangguan Wenren stood up again and said, "Friends, now we will witness Elder Lu truly becoming a guest elder of our Divine Continent Treasure Pavilion in front of everyone."

Lu Qingfeng took two steps forward and arrived next to Shangguan Wenren. Shangguan Wenren continued, "In my capacity as the pavilion master of the Treasure Pavilion on the Divine Continent, I formally announce that Lu Qingfeng is invited to become a guest elder of the Treasure Pavilion on the Divine Continent."

With that, Shangguan Wenren took out a white jade token. This jade token was about the size of a palm, with the word Treasure Pavilion written on the front and the word 'Elder' on the bottom, and the word 'Foreign Dignitary' on the back.

After handing the jade medallion to Lu Qingfeng, Shangguan Wenren said: "Elder Lu, please bind it with blood. Lu Qingfeng condensed a thread of true energy into his fingertips, forcing a drop of blood out, and it landed on the jade medallion. The jade medallion released a ray of white light, and the white light instantly disappeared, and the jade medallion had already merged into Lu Qingfeng's body.

After Lu Qingfeng sat down, Shangguan Wenren continued, "Next is the last item of this banquet. Friends, please sit down and enjoy the wine and delicacies to your heart's content. If there's anything else you're not considerate of, please forgive me."

As soon as Shangguan Wenren's words fell, the main door of the banquet hall opened. Nearly a thousand young girls who were as beautiful as flowers entered in a line with a tray in their hands. Soon, every table was filled with delicious food.

This time's banquet was held solely for Lu Qingfeng. Here, his limitless glory, decent clothing, handsome and elegant appearance, and just right words, all of these won the goodwill of everyone present.

People rushed to toast Lu Qingfeng. Those who did not offer their toasts were feeling extremely dejected, and those who toasted felt incomparably proud. Lu Qingfeng treated these people who came to offer their toasts with gentleness and courtesy, and even left a good impression on everyone.

Many of the young masters and mistresses who had accompanied their family's elders looked at Lu Qingfeng with eyes that flowed with the waves of autumn, as if they wished for nothing more than to tacitly approve of him.

Shangguan Wenren and the five elders were secretly communicating with each other, especially the five elders. They were deeply impressed by Shangguan Wenren's decision.

On the way here, they were still quite dismissive of Shangguan Wenren's decision. They thought that a youth who wasn't even thirty years old, no matter how talented he was, would be able to accomplish much.

When they saw Lu Qingfeng stand up and scan the crowd, their view of Lu Qingfeng underwent a drastic change.