Chen Chang'an had always believed that the Meng family was the most powerful force in the Xuantian Domain. But now, because of a mere attendant at the Heavenly Pride Pavilion, his perspective had shifted.
Neutrality—how could it exist without absolute strength?
It seemed that the true powerhouse in the Xuantian Domain was none other than this Heavenly Pride Pavilion.
"Before this, did you really have no impression of the Heavenly Pride Pavilion?" Chen Chang'an asked.
"I had no idea it even existed until now."
"It seems my understanding of the Xuantian Domain was far too shallow," Shen Yunfei replied with a bitter smile.
"We'll learn more in time."
"I suspect that attendant isn’t an ordinary person either."
"Can you see through his cultivation level?" Chen Chang'an inquired.
Cultivation level? The attendant’s cultivation level?
Only then did Shen Yunfei realize—he hadn’t been able to sense the attendant’s cultivation at all.
"Could his cultivation be higher than mine?"
Shen Yunfei was nearly questioning his entire existence. He had always considered himself a notable talent in the Xuantian Domain, even if not a supreme genius.
But now, he couldn’t even compare to a mere attendant at the Heavenly Pride Pavilion?
"I can see it—his cultivation is at the peak of the Golden Immortal realm."
"A simple attendant, yet at the peak of the Golden Immortal realm."
A Golden Immortal peak attendant—the Heavenly Pride Pavilion’s standards were indeed extraordinary.
Without wasting more words, Chen Chang'an and the others selected their rooms and soon returned to the Heavenly Pride Pavilion.
The attendant had been waiting for them and promptly led them to a prearranged private dining room.
"The concentration of immortal spiritual energy here is incredible."
"The Heavenly Pride Pavilion’s cuisine truly lives up to its reputation."
As soon as they entered, Chen Chang'an sensed the rich immortal spiritual energy emanating from the food—clearly, these dishes were anything but ordinary.
"What’s the meaning of this?"
"What do you mean by this?"
"Where’s my seat?"
"Why isn’t there a place for me?"
Da Huang looked around after entering and found no seat prepared for him. Was this some kind of slight?
"Right here, specially prepared for you."
The attendant smiled. As a professional, he wouldn’t make such a basic mistake.
Nearby, Da Huang spotted a small table set just for him, with food identical to what the others were served.
"I noticed that sitting on our chairs might be inconvenient for you while eating."
"So we prepared a separate one for you," the attendant explained with a smile.
"Good, very good."
"You all eat yours, I’ll eat mine—hehehe, no one’s stealing from me."
Da Huang gave the attendant an approving glance before ignoring Chen Chang'an and the others, happily digging into his meal.
"Holy—!"
"What… what is this stuff?"
"Brother, you’ve got to try this—it’s incredibly nourishing!" Da Huang exclaimed after taking a bite, staring at Chen Chang'an in astonishment.
Hearing this, Chen Chang'an gestured for the others to sit and then took a bite himself.
The food melted in his mouth, sweet and delicious, its flavor striking deep into his soul—an experience unlike anything before.
Moreover, the immortal spiritual energy contained within was immense; a single bite surpassed the effects of a third-grade immortal pill like the Gathering Immortal Pill.
"Everyone, dig in."
"These dishes are rare. If you miss this chance, it might be decades before you get another."
The Heavenly Pride Pavilion’s finest delicacies weren’t available at any time—their preparation could take years, even decades.
The ingredients used were all heavenly treasures, making their prices exorbitantly high.
"Truly exceptional."
"I never expected the Heavenly Pride Pavilion to have such treasures."
"This wine must also be extraordinary, right?" Chen Chang'an asked.
"Please, enjoy, young master," the attendant replied with a smile, gesturing politely.
"Very well."
Chen Chang'an raised the cup and drank it all in one go. The wine was rich and mellow, its fragrance lingering long after, and the immortal spiritual energy within was even denser than that in the dishes.
After several rounds of drinks and dishes, Shen Yunfei and the others had already begun to flush, their minds growing hazy.
"Now is the perfect time to cultivate—you’ll gain unexpected benefits."
"Don’t miss this opportunity," the attendant advised with a smile.
Chen Chang'an nodded to the group, signaling them to enter a meditative state.
"Young master, you seem unaffected?" the attendant remarked, noticing Chen Chang'an’s unchanged expression.
"Indeed. These things are useful to me, but only just that."
"Breaking through to the first level of the True Immortal realm is already satisfying enough for me."
This lavish feast had elevated Chen Chang'an’s cultivation from the peak of the Quasi-Immortal realm to the first level of the True Immortal realm—something he hadn’t anticipated.
"It seems the young master is truly extraordinary. No wonder you became the Grand Elder of the Huan Hua Immortal Sect," the attendant said with a smile.
"Let’s talk about the Heavenly Pride Rankings instead."
"We came here specifically for that."
"I’d like to know how one qualifies to participate and how to ascend the rankings."
"Do I need to challenge other members of the rankings?" Chen Chang'an asked.
"No need for such complications."
"To qualify, you must first undergo an assessment in the testing hall."
"Once you pass, you’ll be eligible to compete for a spot on the rankings."
"Within the Heavenly Pride City, there’s also a Heavenly Pride Tower."
"As long as your performance in the tower surpasses that of other ranked members, you’ll secure your place," the attendant explained.
That simple?
Chen Chang'an had assumed he’d need to duel other ranked members—no wonder the Heavenly Pride Rankings could update at any time.
"So just outperforming others in the Heavenly Pride Tower is enough?"
"What kind of place is this tower?" Chen Chang'an pressed.
"Young master, you’ll understand once you go there. I can’t reveal too much."
"Is there anything else you’d like to ask?" the attendant replied with a smile.
"What’s your name?"
Huh?
His name?
The attendant paused briefly before answering, "This humble one’s surname is Chu, given name Xiao."
Chu Xiao?
The Chu family?
Chen Chang'an pondered for a moment—he couldn’t recall any prominent Chu family in the Xuantian Domain.
"So it’s Brother Chu."
"You flatter me, young master. I’m merely an attendant here."
"Being an attendant is just a job—it doesn’t make me lesser."
"Besides, not just anyone can become an attendant at the Heavenly Pride Pavilion, right?"
Sensing Chen Chang'an’s probing, Chu Xiao smiled. "Young master, if you wished, you’d likely qualify as well."
"Me?"
"No thanks—I’m not one for routine work."
"By the way, how much for this meal?"
"It’s free!"
Huh?
Free?
What did that mean?
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