Chapter 305

There was a smell of gunpowder in the air. Only those who were observant would be able to detect it.

"Huangfu Wuji has always been shrewd and indifferent to everything. Why does he seem to care a little about this Chen Gu?"

Shen Xudong muttered to himself, looking at Gu Chen thoughtfully.

"Your Majesty, the ceremony is about to begin. We can't be late," the eunuch beside Emperor Yang Hong said in a low voice.

The eunuch beside Emperor Yang Hong said in a low voice. The emperor nodded, ignored Gu Chen, and walked up to the altar in a majestic manner.

As the heir to the Celestial Emperor, Gu Chen wouldn't bow to the emperor of the Central Plains, so the emperor naturally wouldn't lower himself to show goodwill to him.

The emperor passed through the crowd of officials. The crowd retreated to the sides, and many members of the imperial family followed closely behind.

Crown Prince Ji Zefang passed by Gu Chen and nodded to him with a smile.

Not far behind him, a beautiful figure entered Gu Chen's sight, causing his cold expression to soften a little.

It was Ji Lanchu. She was wearing a palace dress today, and it complemented her peerlessly beautiful face, making her look even more noble.

However, she seemed to have lost some weight. It was clear that she hadn't been having a good time these days.

When Gu Chen saw her, she had already noticed Gu Chen and had a faint smile on her lips.

Although Gu Chen didn't have his true appearance, she knew it was him.

As she passed by him, Gu Chen transmitted his divine sense. "What can I help you with?"

Ji Lanchu's footsteps involuntarily paused, and a faint mist rose up in her eyes.

She wanted to say something, but in the end, she didn't say anything and continued walking forward.

Seeing that she didn't respond, Gu Chen remained silent.

He didn't know what she was thinking.

Emperor Yang Hong ascended the altar and began the complicated ceremony of worshipping the heavens, praying for the prosperity of the country and the peace of the people.

After the ceremony, the banquet officially began. Everyone took their seats according to the arrangements of the banquet of officials, the banquet of philosophers, and the banquet of heroes.

Gu Chen separated from Imperial Preceptor Shen and walked towards the location of the Feast of Philosophers.

This Feast of Philosophers had the least number of people, only one table.

There were only five people at this table.

Participating in the Philosophers' Banquet would grant one the right to enter the Myriad Dragons Hidden Ground with the descendants of the royal family. The Myriad Dragons Hidden Ground was an important place for the royal family of the Central Plains, so it was naturally difficult to obtain the right to enter.

Not only did it require exceptional talent, but it also required some special conditions.

Apart from Gu Chen, who was granted a spot to participate in the Philosophers' Banquet due to the emperor's favor, the other four people present all had great backgrounds.

Huangfu Qingming was a member of the Feast of Philosophers. As a genius of the Nine States and the future son-in-law of the Imperial Family, he was naturally qualified to have a seat.

When Gu Chen arrived, Huangfu Qingming was already sitting there, pouring himself a cup of wine and drinking by himself. His green bull was lying lazily on the ground.

Apart from him, Gu Chen didn't know the other three people. The only one he was familiar with was the sickly scholar who had followed behind the Fated Prophet.

Seeing Gu Chen arrive, the three people couldn't help but take another look at him. The sickly scholar even smiled and greeted him.

As for Huangfu Qingming, he didn't even raise his head, as if he didn't see him at all!

Gu Chen and the scholar nodded in acknowledgment and sat down beside him.

"Brother Chen, I'm Jiang Yu of the Jiang Clan. Nice to meet you."

The sickly scholar took the initiative to introduce himself.

"Chen Gu."

Gu Chen's personality was indifferent, so his reply was very concise.

Jiang Yu didn't mind it at all. He spoke in a carefree manner.

Four out of the five people present were people of few words. Only Jiang Yu was smiling and chatting with one person or another from time to time.

No one dared to be neglectful towards Jiang Yu, and even Huangfu Qingming would answer his questions.

This person was the great-great-grandson of the Jiang Clan's Fated Prophet. It was said that he inherited the Jiang Clan's Astrology Fate Hand. Although he was young, his accomplishments in divination were no weaker than those famous diviners.

It was worth mentioning that the Jiang Clan's Astrology Fate Hand was one of the seven top-tier physiques known in the Kunlun Continent. It was ranked the same as Gu Chen's Tyrant Heavenly Bone. However, they studied different domains.

As for Huangfu Qingming, he had an Innate Dao Body, which was also a top-tier physique!

The five people at the table, including the unknown Gu Chen, actually had three top-tier physiques.

Such a situation could only happen at the Great Thinkers' Banquet in the Middle-earth Empire.

When the banquet started, the table was filled with dishes of delicacies. However, none of the five people moved their chopsticks.

Only White Ape jumped down from Gu Chen's shoulder. When it saw the delicacies, it did not stand on ceremony. It grabbed the chopsticks and stuffed the food into its mouth, looking very pleased.

This scene attracted the attention of the other four. Huangfu Qingming revealed a trace of disdain in his eyes.

"Brother Chen, I heard that this white ape has a great origin. Not only is it very powerful, but it also makes the Nanling Fiend Race treat it differently. I wonder what bloodline it has?"

Jiang Yu asked out of curiosity.

"It is just a monkey that I picked up by chance in the wilderness. It is very gluttonous, so I'm not sure, either."

Gu Chen answered casually.

"Zhi zhi!"

When White Ape heard that, it immediately protested. However, its mouth was stuffed with food, so its cries were not clear.

"Oh? In that case, Brother Chen had a fortuitous encounter. How could ordinary people have the opportunity to obtain such an extraordinary Spirit Beast? "

Jiang Yu looked at Huangfu Qingming ruefully. "Brother Chen and Brother Huangfu are indeed outstanding people. Not only did the two of you cause mysterious phenomena when you broke through, but your Luck is also flourishing.

"Brother Huangfu went to Eastern Wilderness not long ago, and I heard that there was a mutated beast that took the initiative to recognize you as its master. I presume it's this green bull?"

Jiang Yu's words caused the other two guests to reveal an envious expression. Not to mention that it was true, these two were both geniuses that could cause mysterious phenomena, and the two Spirit Beasts that followed by their sides looked extraordinary as well.

When Huangfu Qingming heard that, he frowned slightly. It seemed like he was slightly displeased to be compared with Gu Chen.

"Different Spirit Beasts are very different."

He mocked.

"Oh? From what Brother Huangfu said, your green bull seems to be very extraordinary? "

Jiang Yu's interest was aroused.

"Of course. Ordinary Demonic Beasts usually can't even control their desire for food and have low intelligence. However, this green bull has lived for countless years and has long surpassed the level of ordinary Demonic Beasts."

His words were clearly mocking White Ape's gluttony. When White Ape heard that, it actually picked up an empty plate and directly smashed it at Jiang Yu's face!

Huangfu Qingming's expression changed. He didn't expect that this monkey actually dared to be so rude to him!

"Courting death!"

His gaze turned cold, and when the plate arrived before him, it was directly crushed into powder by a shapeless force!

He wanted to make a move to teach White Ape a lesson, but Gu Chen spoke in a flat tone.

"I'm sorry, Young Master of Huangfu Clan. This monkey of mine has a mischievous temperament, and after interacting with some Tom, Dick, and Harry for a long time, he always likes to make a move against them, and it has formed into a habit. Don't take it to heart."

His words seemed to be mediating, but Huangfu Qingming was infuriated when he heard it.

According to what Gu Chen meant, he would lose his bearing if he made a move against this monkey, but if he didn't make a move, he was still a Tom, Dick, or Harry!

Huangfu Qingming's expression couldn't help but be extremely gloomy. At this moment, the green bull that lay behind him was finally alarmed, and it slowly opened its eyes.

"Where did this bastard come from? You actually dare to be so presumptuous towards my Master?"

It had a pair of dark red eyes that were filled with wisdom and vicissitudes of life.

"You! You! You! Why are you here?! "

When the green bull saw the appearance of White Ape clearly, it was shocked, and its surging aura was restrained without a trace!