Chapter 539 - Mooncave Lake

Chapter 539 - Mooncave Lake

Lady Yan was briefly stunned when she saw Liu Wuxie. In just one day, Liu Wuxie had become even more mysterious and unfathomable. His eyes were deep, and she couldn't read anything from his face.

She wondered if he was truly eighteen or nineteen and not someone who had lived for thousands of years. In terms of age, she was a few years older than Liu Wuxie, but she could feel an overwhelming pressure when she stood beside him.

Liu Wuxie exuded an invisible pressure that left Lady Yan feeling suffocated. She had never experienced anything like this from her young lady, and the inability to understand what was happening frustrated her deeply.

The two walked along the streets and headed for Mooncave Lake. Liu Wuxie's aura slowly subsided, and he looked even more ordinary. He now seemed like an ordinary mortal.

This was a state that could be achieved after returning to simplicity. After all, Liu Wuxie's state of mind was already comparable to the True Profound Realm.

Lady Yan wrinkled her nose slightly as she trailed behind Liu Wuxie, silently hoping he was the one Murong Yi had been searching for. Among the various prodigies, she found herself more drawn to Liu Wuxie.

She couldn't explain this feeling, but she didn’t detect a trace of arrogance from Liu Wuxie. The other geniuses were arrogant despite looking calm on the surface and had a strong desire for possession. However, she couldn't find it in Liu Wuxie.

His calmness was almost terrifying. After fifteen minutes of walking, Mooncave Lake was visible. The place was packed with people, and a massive boat floated in the lake's center. The boat was two stories tall and could accommodate thousands of people.

There were hundreds of tables and chairs arranged on the boat, and many prodigies had already arrived and were in their seats, chatting with each other. Around Mooncave Lake, there were tens of thousands of people to witness this grand event.

"So many prodigies!" Many women leaned against the railing around the lake, gazing toward the boat and waving their arms, hoping to catch the attention of those prodigies.

Many prodigies who weren't invited could only watch by the lakeside, sighing as they drank among themselves. This was a paradise for the younger generation, and everyone who received an invitation was an absolute elite.

"What kind of charm does this Murong Yi have to attract so many people?" Many people who had been to the city for the first time didn't understand Murong Yi and only heard of her name from others.

There were many beautiful women in the world, but Murong Yi was the first to be capable of captivating many prodigies from the three major sects.

"I hope we'll get a chance to see her in person today!" Many people who hadn’t seen Murong Yi stood by the railing. Thus, no one could give a definite answer about her beauty.

Lady Yan led Liu Wuxie through the crowd and walked onto the boat through a small bridge.

"Young Master Liu, please!" Lady Yan made an inviting gesture to the boat.

Guests were free to roam around on the boat, except for the second floor, which was restricted. With experts from House of Tea Art present, no one dared to cause trouble there.

"Thank you, Lady Yan!" Liu Wuxie nodded and entered the boat.

The first floor was more extensive, while the second floor was smaller. Thus, the first floor was naturally divided into several factions.

Those in the high levels of the Astral River Realm were gathered in the center, while those in the low levels were gathered on the right with a better view. As for those in the high levels of the Heavenly Phase Realm, they could only settle for the corners on the first floor.

The House of Tea Art hadn't designated any sitting areas; it was all free sitting.

"A mere cultivator in the sixth level Heavenly Phase Realm like you wants to occupy an entire table? Don't blame us for being rude if you're unwilling to move!" The man in the middle had a robust figure, and it was fathoming how someone like him could be invited. After all, which of the prodigies present wasn't handsome with an upright figure?

"I want to see how you're going to be 'rude' to me!" Liu Wuxie sneered. Causing trouble here was the same as provoking the House of Tea Art, and he believed someone would intervene soon.

"I'll throw you into the lake to feed the fish!" Enraged, the man in the middle reached for Liu Wuxie's shoulder. He had cultivation in the pinnacle of the Heavenly Phase Realm.

His attack was quick, which proved that he was a ruthless person. He knew he had to end it quickly before the House of Tea Art could intervene. If he threw Liu Wuxie into the lake, the House of Tea Art couldn't do anything to him after that, and they would only issue a verbal warning at most.

The surrounding people stood up, looking amused, but no one stepped in to stop the farce.

"Trash like you dares to flaunt your strength in front of me?" When the man’s hand approached Liu Wuxie's neck, he finally made his move. The four had targeted him because his cultivation was the lowest, taking him as easy prey.

No one expected Liu Wuxie to retaliate. He grabbed the burly man's wrist with a backhand, and everything happened in the blink of an eye.

The burly man was lifted off the ground when Liu Wuxie exerted force with his right arm before anyone could react. He drew an arc in the air and fell into the lake.

Those standing by the lakeside had no idea what was happening and looked over in confusion.

"Look, someone fell into the water!" An exclamation sounded from the lakeside.

Even the prodigies on the boat were taken aback, and those in the higher levels of the Astral River Realm at the center of the gathering wore displeased expressions. The disturbance from the fight threatened to ruin the atmosphere.

"Hahaha!" The surrounding prodigies burst into laughter.

"You dare?!" The three men lunged at Liu Wuxie, wanting revenge for that burly man.

"Stop!" a cold voice interrupted as Madam Li appeared, walking over with a cane and a grim face.

The three youths stepped back when they saw Madam Li and could only look at Liu Wuxie viciously.

"Madam Li, this man threw Young Master Qiu into the lake and disrupted the order here. Shouldn't he be expelled?" The man on the right stepped forward, suggesting that Liu Wuxie be removed from the boat.

Qiu Yuan climbed out of the water with his clothes wet. He stood on one side of the boat with rage, wanting to pounce over, but someone stopped him.

Madam Li cast her gaze over the three youths, and an invisible pressure radiated from her like a tidal wave, forcing them to their knees.

"You three better behave yourselves. There are plenty of seats over there!" Madam Li wasn't stupid, and she had learned the truth before coming.

Everyone was shocked, as they hadn't expected her to reprimand the three youths instead of Liu Wuxie. After all, Qiu Yuan was the heir to Serene Sea City's prestigious Qiu Clan, son of Qiu Dingtian. With his mediocre talent, he wouldn’t normally be invited to such an event, but his father’s influence had secured his place.

Hundreds of eyes turned to Liu Wuxie, filled with curiosity. It surprised many that the House of Tea Art would reprimand the Qiu Clan on behalf of an unknown youth, sparking countless speculation.