Ten Thousand Dragons Technique-Chapter 293: Welcoming the Champion Marquis

Lin Xuan, number one on the Hidden Dragon Chart and the Champion Marquis, had arrived as well.

"I wonder what Lin Xuan looks like. I still haven’t seen him," someone said excitedly.

"I wonder how much his strength has improved?" Wan Tianming and the others were also extremely curious.

A sharp glint flashed in Sword Wushuang’s eyes. He really wanted to challenge Lin Xuan now and prove himself.

The Third Crown Prince’s eyes glinted with murderous intent. He was prepared to suppress his opponent on the spot.

「In New Moon City, at the City Lord’s Mansion.」

Upon seeing so many prodigies arrive, the City Lord sighed. It had been a long time since he had seen such a bustling scene.

Suddenly, a subordinate reported, "Reporting to the City Lord, the Champion Marquis has arrived."

"The Champion Marquis has come?" The City Lord was surprised. "Then I must go and greet him personally."

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RUMBLE...

The war chariot in the sky descended. Amidst the glowing clouds, a group of people emerged, led by a young, handsome, and majestic man who was full of vigor.

"Who is that?" 𝕗𝐫𝚎𝗲𝘄𝐞𝕓𝐧𝕠𝘃𝕖𝐥.𝐜𝚘𝚖

"Lin Xuan! That’s Lin Xuan!"

"So that’s Lin Xuan. He’s just as handsome and majestic as the rumors say, with an extraordinary air about him."

Many people exclaimed in surprise.

Wan Tianming and the others stared at Lin Xuan with wide eyes, trying to gauge how much he had improved.

The gleam in Sword Wushuang’s eyes grew even more intense; he wanted to spar with Lin Xuan once again.

The Third Crown Prince snapped his fan shut and sneered, preparing to act and suppress Lin Xuan directly.

But just at that moment, a rumbling sound echoed from a distance.

A group of people was rushing over swiftly. These individuals were clad in battle armor, each piece engraved with a crescent moon. In the center of the group was a middle-aged man in a long robe, exuding an extraordinary aura.

Someone recognized him and exclaimed, "That’s the New Moon City Lord!"

"Why is he here too?"

"The New Moon City Lord is a Grandmaster, so his own strength is top-tier. Furthermore, as the City Lord, his status is exalted. Even the clan leaders and sect leaders of major families and factions aren’t qualified to meet him. I can’t believe he actually came out in person!"

"Look at this pageantry! It looks like he’s here to welcome someone."

"Holy crap, is some major figure descending upon New Moon City?"

"Who could possibly require the New Moon City Lord to personally welcome them?" Cries of surprise rang out.

Hearing the commotion, the Third Crown Prince turned to look. Seeing the City Lord coming, he was also taken aback and paused his actions. But seeing this grand display, his heart suddenly stirred. Could they be here to welcome him? Thinking this, he smiled and began walking forward.

The others saw this and exclaimed, "I get it now! The New Moon City Lord is here to welcome the Third Crown Prince!"

"The Third Crown Prince is the heir of the Celestial King’s Mansion, after all. His status is exalted, far surpassing that of an ordinary clan leader. You could say he has the highest status of everyone present. The City Lord must be here to welcome him."

Everyone nodded in agreement. As they watched the scene unfold, many were overcome with envy. When would they ever receive such treatment?

The Martial Artists from the Celestial King’s Mansion all held their chins high, their faces filled with pride. See? This is the status of our Celestial King’s Mansion. When our Crown Prince arrives, even the renowned New Moon City Lord must personally welcome him. Who else commands such respect? They were bursting with arrogance.

The Third Crown Prince was all smiles as he walked over. "New Moon City Lord, why come to welcome me personally? You are too courteous. As a junior, I should be the one paying you a visit."

The New Moon City Lord strode over quickly, but he didn’t stop. Instead, he walked right past the Third Crown Prince without even a glance.

The smile on the Third Crown Prince’s face froze. Everyone else was also stunned.

"What’s going on? He isn’t here to welcome the Third Crown Prince?"

"This can’t be!" shrieked the people from the Celestial King’s Mansion. "Among everyone present, our Third Crown Prince has the highest status. If the City Lord isn’t here to welcome him, who else could it be?"

They turned their bewildered gazes, and everyone else also looked toward the New Moon City Lord.

They watched as the New Moon City Lord strode directly to Lin Xuan and said with a smile, "I have long heard of the Champion Marquis’s fame. Seeing you today, I find you are even more impressive than the legends suggest. Champion Marquis, welcome to New Moon City."

Witnessing this, the entire crowd was shocked. The people all around were dumbfounded.

Wan Tianming, Beichen, and the others were dumbstruck. Sword Wushuang was also completely shocked, while Chu Yue was overcome with jealousy.

None of them had expected the New Moon City Lord to be welcoming Lin Xuan.

Holy crap! They were all dying of envy!

The people from the Celestial King’s Mansion were going mad. Damn it, how could it be Lin Xuan?! They felt their faces burn as if they had been brutally slapped.

The Third Crown Prince crushed the fan in his hand. He ground his teeth, his eyes blazing with fire as he stared death at Lin Xuan. Damn him! I can’t believe Lin Xuan humiliated me the moment I arrived. How disgraceful. Truly, utterly disgraceful. I swear I will never forgive Lin Xuan. I will torture him to death!

The people from the Heavenly Dao Academy were also somewhat dazed. A City Lord who was a Grandmaster personally welcoming Lin Xuan? This reception was far too grand!

Even Lin Xuan was taken aback. He hadn’t expected to receive such treatment.

He smiled and said, "New Moon City Lord, you are too kind! Our dean instructed us that we must be the first to pay our respects to you upon our arrival."

After exchanging a few pleasantries, the New Moon City Lord invited Lin Xuan to the City Lord’s Mansion.

Watching Lin Xuan’s departing figure, the surrounding crowd remained in a state of shock, feeling as if they were in a dream.

After all, everyone who had come was a top prodigy, with many being elite disciples from the three major families and four great sects. They were used to being held in high regard wherever they went, yet none of them had received such a reception.

"It seems Lin Xuan’s status as Champion Marquis is far more significant than we imagined."

"Even if his rank doesn’t compare to a true Prince, it’s far more significant than that of a typical Crown Prince."

Someone looked at the people from the Celestial King’s Mansion and sneered.

The members of the Celestial King’s Mansion were furious.

"Shut up!" the Third Crown Prince roared before storming off into the distance.

Lin Xuan and his group temporarily took up residence in the City Lord’s Mansion. During his stay, Lin Xuan inquired about the ancient relics.

The New Moon City Lord explained, "We don’t know which powerful expert left these ancient relics behind, but we are certain they were left by a Sword King. When the ancient relics first appeared, Sword Qi soared to the heavens and swept across the nine skies. The power was incredibly terrifying."

Left by a Sword King! Lin Xuan’s heart stirred. There must be powerful swordsmanship inside. This is great! I just comprehended Sword Intent and am in desperate need of new swordsmanship techniques! If I can learn the swordsmanship left by an ancient Sword King, my strength will grow even greater. I might even be able to fight a Two-Star Grandmaster!

「Meanwhile.」

The Third Crown Prince and his companions had also arrived at a villa to stay for the time being.

The Third Crown Prince gritted his teeth and ordered, "Keep an eye on that Lin Xuan." He planned to make his move the moment Lin Xuan left the City Lord’s Mansion.