Everyone fell silent upon hearing this, their faces blank with confusion.
Attending the martial arts大会 without an invitation? That was really pushing it.
And not only were they pushing it themselves, but they were also bringing others along, claiming they wanted to show them the world…
While they deeply respected Chen Xiao, they had to admit that Chen Xiao's current actions were truly baffling.
"What are you all looking at? Do you think there's anywhere in this world I cannot go?"
Chen Xiao asked, raising his eyebrows.
The crowd quickly shook their heads, denying it. In their eyes, Chen Xiao was like a god now.
"Brother Chen, it's not that we don't believe you. It's just that the Hall of Gods has a notorious reputation. I'm worried it might cause some unnecessary misunderstandings. If you really want to go, I can help you get an invitation. We can find a way to obtain one..."
Qi Tianhu said tremblingly.
Others could remain silent, but he couldn't, because his daughter was going too!
However, as soon as he finished speaking, everyone distanced themselves from him.
"Old Qi, that's just your idea. You'd better remove the 'we' from that statement."
"Right, right, right. You are you, and we are us."
"..."
Hearing this, Qi Tianhu was furious, his beard bristling. These guys were too disloyal!
Chen Xiao, however, chuckled and said, "It doesn't matter. It's fine whatever you think. Old Qi, you mentioned the Hall of Gods has a notorious reputation. Do you know anything about them?"
Hearing Qi Tianhu's words, Chen Xiao suddenly remembered something. Since the Golden Ranking and Heavenly Ranking were both created by the Hall of Gods, the Hall of Gods must have very powerful martial arts experts.
Recalling what Li Xun had just said about the Imperial City's Embroidered Uniform Guard, Chen Xiao guessed that the Hall of Gods might be the descendants of martial artists who survived the calamity five hundred years ago.
"Uh, well... Brother Chen, my level is too low. I can't access that information yet,"
Qi Tianhu stammered, looking embarrassed.
Chen Xiao then glanced at Han Jiuchian, "Brother Han, what about you?"
"I haven't even participated in the Heavenly Ranking or Golden Ranking competitions, let alone the Hall of Gods. I know nothing about them."
Han Jiuchian also shook his head.
The others were even less informed. They were just a bunch of influential figures, far from being Heavenly Ranking experts, let alone knowing about the Hall of Gods.
"Qing Fei, what are your thoughts? Do you want to go with me?"
Chen Xiao finally asked for Qi Qing Fei's opinion.
"To follow my master through fire and water, this servant will not hesitate,"
Qi Qing Fei said resolutely.
"..."
Chen Xiao was speechless. "It's not that serious. Going through fire and water... Alright, since you agree, we'll pack up tonight and set off tomorrow. It's getting late, I'm heading back. Goodbye, everyone!"
After bidding farewell to everyone, Chen Xiao went straight home.
Li Ziqing had already moved in and was waiting for him in the room.
However, Chen Xiao wasn't in a hurry to see Li Ziqing. Instead, he first sought out Gongsun Yi.
Gongsun Yi was a Heavenly Ranking expert ranked in the top thirty. He would surely know something about the Hall of Gods.
Upon finding Gongsun Yi, Chen Xiao got straight to the point, explaining his purpose.
Gongsun Yi pondered for a moment and slowly said, "The Hall of Gods indeed has many martial artists with unfathomable strength. I'm not entirely sure how powerful they are, but I know their minimum level. Their minimum level is the special envoys who preside over the martial arts大会. The strength of these special envoys is all above Xiao Zhan."
"As for those above the special envoys, we are not qualified to meet them."
Chen Xiao was not surprised by Gongsun Yi's words. He then asked, "Brother Gongsun, have you heard of the Imperial City's Embroidered Uniform Guard?"
"Embroidered Uniform Guard? Are you talking about the ones in movies?"
Gongsun Yi asked blankly.
"It seems you don't know."
Chen Xiao paused for a moment. "I only recently heard of this organization. It is rumored that they can help Divine Realm martial artists to further advance their cultivation."
"Help Divine Realm martial artists advance further? Such a powerful organization?"
Gongsun Yi was only slightly surprised, and his expression quickly returned to normal. He sighed, "It seems the martial arts world truly has people beyond people and heavens beyond heavens!"
Seeing this, Chen Xiao couldn't help but ask, "Brother Gongsun, you don't seem surprised?"
Gongsun Yi smiled sheepishly. "Mr. Chen, you've seen through me. To be honest, I've long known that there are supreme experts in this world. Although Xiao Tian Ce is known as the number one in this era, in my opinion, there are many people stronger than him. It's just that those people don't often move in the martial arts world, and it's hard to meet them without a special opportunity."
"Oh?"
Chen Xiao's interest was piqued. "Brother Gongsun, if you say so, could it be that you are one of those who have had opportunities?"
Gongsun Yi nodded, admitting, "Indeed, I have, but not many, and I didn't seize them."
"When I was eight years old, one summer, I met a mysterious old man. I followed him and practiced martial arts by his side for the entire summer. The reason I have achieved my current cultivation is all thanks to him."
"At that time, I was young and didn't know how profound the old man's skills were. However, with my current perspective, his strength is at least above Xiao Tian Ce's."
Chen Xiao was surprised by Gongsun Yi's extraordinary encounter and pressed further, "What happened then?"
"Later, when autumn arrived, the old man bid me farewell. I wanted to become his disciple and go with him, but his words dispelled my thoughts."
Gongsun Yi said with a dejected expression, "He said that my talent was too low. Although his guidance could make me famous in the martial arts world, it was far from meeting his conditions for taking disciples. So, at the age of eight, I realized my martial arts talent was very low."
Chen Xiao couldn't help but sigh at this.
Gongsun Yi's ranking in the top thirty of the Heavenly Ranking was considered top-tier talent by worldly standards.
However, in the eyes of that old man, he was insignificant, not even qualified to be his disciple. This was enough to illustrate the point.
Chen Xiao patted Gongsun Yi's shoulder and comforted him, "Brother Gongsun, you don't need to be discouraged. The height a person can reach, talent is just a negligible prerequisite. Those who judge others based on talent ultimately have limited vision and perspective. The most important thing in a person's life is opportunity!"
"Hahahaha, Mr. Chen, you don't need to comfort me. I've understood this principle long ago. Otherwise, I wouldn't have followed you so wholeheartedly."
Gongsun Yi laughed heartily and continued, "Moreover, speaking of opportunity, you are my greatest opportunity. To be honest, it won't be long before I can break through to the Divine Realm. This is all thanks to you. If you hadn't brought me here, the Divine Realm would have been an unreachable height for me in this lifetime."
Hearing this, Chen Xiao's face showed a look of surprise. He hadn't expected Gongsun Yi to be on the verge of breaking through to the Divine Realm as well!
It had to be said, despite his ordinary talent, his insight was quite sharp!