Chapter 1024

Chapter 1024: The Eve of the Pilgrimage

Wu Yu was very familiar with the elites in the Nanyin Empire, including the six demon lords, the Seven Ape Kings, and other demon kings .

During the period of the 10,000 Kingdoms Pilgrimage, no one dared to lift a finger against other powers or immortal kingdoms, so even though they had left the Nanyin Empire's work-in-progress borders unguarded, there would not be a problem .

Otherwise, there would be huge trouble if the Ancient Emperor was angered .

As the Phoenix Supreme approached, Wu Yu's worry was about whether Princess Phoenix Dawn, aka Nangong Wei, would be here .

Why would the fire phoenix symbol on his neck heat up at this time? However, it pa.s.sed in a moment, and Wu Yu thought that it might be a figment of his imagination .

He saw Nangong Wei in the crowd . She was by the Phoenix Supreme's side, following her . Their regal grace was testament to their ident.i.ty as women of the Eternal Phoenix race, and drew attention to them . Especially her, since the Phoenix Supreme was a veiled and severe figure that not many dared to look at directly .

Wu Yu was starting to feel suspicious .

"What is this symbol? It appeared on me at the fifth platform in the Heavenly Demon Imperial Residence, but the Nangong Wei at that time was fake . Why would I feel it heat up when she nears?"

He had already checked it against the Full Moon of Nanshan and Ye Xixi's testimonies, and confirmed that the fifth platform had been a lie . He, too, had been convinced of it, and Nangong Wei's current aloof manner did not seem capable of being what she was during that time, nor reside in his memories . That was why he was sure .

Therefore, he could only put it down to his imagination . Or perhaps this fire phoenix symbol had some connection to the Phoenix Supreme . He had tried many methods before but was unable to remove the symbol .

While he was thinking about these things, the Regent had already led the Nanyin Empire contingent to the City of 10,000 Kingdoms . The princes and princesses parted ways for the Regent and the delegation .

"That's the Phoenix Supreme? One person alone beating the Eight Demon Sea Lords is incredible . And the six demon lords before as well . . . . "

"That sort of power is definitely in the top five in the Jambu Realm . The Phoenix Supreme is too powerful . The Nanyin Demon Continent demons will definitely rise because of her . "

"I really admire the Nanyin Demon Continent . It's the Nanyin Empire now . The Nanyin Empire can probably compare to the Sky Demon Nation or the Million Demon Mountain . . . . "

"But of course . And the foremost people in those two powers could not match the Eternal Phoenix, the Phoenix Supreme . "

"I heard that Princess Phoenix Dawn is also an Eternal Phoenix . "

"Obviously . She's the Phoenix Supreme's daughter . "

"Princess Phoenix Dawn is too pretty . I feel like I could die happy having seen her . Her n.o.ble qualities are truly . . . . "

"Watch your mouth if you don't want to be killed . Look at the others . They're gawping . "

Nangong Wei had completely stolen the thunder from Wu Yu and the others . All eyes were on her now . She was haughty and cold, her head slightly dipped as she followed the Phoenix Supreme . Her face was expressionless, even as she walked past Wu Yu, as though she had not seen him .

Right now, she was Princess Phoenix Dawn, a new star . Wu Yu had no regrets, and so his heart was not confused . She seemed to be doing well for herself .

However, the Phoenix Supreme suddenly stopped at this time . The Regent was introducing a few princes and princesses to her, albeit just briefly .

The Phoenix Supreme's gaze went straight past Prince Le to land on Wu Yu . The six demon lords with her, including the Eight Immortals Kunwu, the Black and Gold Termite Queen, the Thousand-Eyed Demon Tree, and the others, were all watching Wu Yu as well .

The Phoenix Supreme looked at Wu Yu and asked the Regent with a smile . "What prince is this? I saw him in the Nanyin Empire . "

The Regent gave a hoa.r.s.e laugh . "He's not a prince, but a Kingmaker . "

"What is a Kingmaker?" The Phoenix Supreme seemed like she had never heard of it before .

The Regent explained patiently .

The Phoenix Supreme nodded . "I see . A supporter to the prince . But it seems to me like this Kingmaker Le is much stronger than the other princes and princesses . After seeing so many of them, only he seems most fitting to be the Ancient Emperor's son . "

These were sensational words that stunned everyone nearby . The Regent hurriedly dissolved the tension with a forced laugh . "The Phoenix Supreme has a great sense of humor . However, Wu Yu is indeed good, and the Ancient Emperor favors him . We hope that he can help Prince Le in the future . "

Saying thus, he urged the Phoenix Supreme onwards, as their residence was more or less finished with preparations .

The Phoenix Supreme said no more, but smiled and entered the City of 10,000 Kingdoms with her retinue of demons . No one dared to speak for a long time after she left .

However, Wu Yu felt a little embarra.s.sed . This was not the first time that the sentiment had been voiced today . Although he knew that it was rubbish, it made him worried . Last time, the Phoenix Supreme had shown him special treatment because of his connection with the Ancient Emperor . Today's comment had proven that the mark of the Ancient Emperor was strong within him . But why could he not see it? And neither could Ming Long?

This was a real cause of worry for him . He did not want to be overly involved with the Ancient Emperor .

The others did not think this way . Wu Yu did not see the other princes laughing, laughing at Prince Le . Prince Le stood before Wu Yu, his expression hidden . But Qu Haoyan, Qu Fengyu, and Baili Zhuihun all turned back to regard Wu Yu with strange expressions .

Fortunately, the relieving princes and princesses had arrived, and they could leave . Prince Le called out, and they returned to Prince Le's Residence speedily .

A thought suddenly occurred to Wu Yu that he should be considerate of Prince Le's feelings . Therefore, he said, "I honestly don't know what the Phoenix Supreme's intentions were behind saying that . "

Prince Le said, "It's nothing much . But I wager that my brothers and sisters will use this opportunity to draw us apart . But these are petty tricks . If there is truly an opportunity to contest them in the future, it will not be over such things . What makes me worried is that the Regent has pushed me into the thick of things . And I have no idea what the rules for the Ancient Soul Tower are . But I'm afraid there will be a lot of targeting . "

"That cannot be helped . All we can do is react accordingly . " Wu Yu nodded .

His relations.h.i.+p with Prince Le was a little strange now . Wu Yu could not possibly develop any real brotherly feelings for him . That could not be forced . But in his current situation, Wu Yu would naturally help him with all that he should . After all, the Yan Huang Ancient Emperor controlled all .

Since his mental state seemed to be fine, Wu Yu did not belabor the issue . After returning to Kingmaker Hall, the Full Moon of Nanshan had already returned . "I was scared to death . Why did that old witch come? What a specter, haunting us like that . I have to dodge her throughout the 10,000 Kingdoms Pilgrimage . If she discovers the Demonic Eye of Illusions, I'm done for . "

"Best not to face her straight . And use the Demonic Eye of Illusions less in the future . " In just five days, the 10,000 Kingdoms Pilgrimage would be upon them .

Time flew by .

In these few days, the Full Moon of Nanshan still could not resist going out to join the festivities . The Immortal's Capital was bustling now, and many of the elite powers had arrived as well, including the Central Golden s.h.i.+ne Empire, the Green Wind Immortal Kingdom, the Raging Thunder Marsh, etc .

"I hear that even for immortal kingdoms of this level, at least half of their emperors have come personally . Others might still be on the way . Many came unannounced . It's obvious that this 10,000 Kingdoms Pilgrimage is something special," the Full Moon of Nanshan observed .

Wu Yu remembered that the Dark Sea Emperor had also joined the delegation later, while the Phoenix Supreme had come personally . Previously, they would just delegate any random expert . The six demon lords had not even come themselves before .

After all, they were here to present offerings .

The day before the 10,000 Kingdoms Pilgrimage, Prince Le told them that all the envoys that the Yan Huang Ancient Emperor had summoned were present . All had arrived on the eve, in the Immortal's Capital .

The liveliness of the Immortal's Capital reached new heights, and the City of 10,000 Kingdoms was said to be running at a full house .

Whether it was night or day, there were people all around the Immortal's Capital . Many shops were piled full of wares, especially the special products of the Yan Huang Ancient Country . The shop owners had made a huge fortune in these few days .

However, Wu Yu had a question . He asked, "The immortal beasts of the sea region - the mystical dragons . Did anyone come?" Prince Le shook his head . "As far as I know, all who received the summons had a safe journey, and so all the powers in the Jambu Realm, big and small, are present . The only ones who haven't arrived are the mystical dragon tribe . The mystical dragon tribe surpa.s.sed the Yan Huang Tribe at the height of their power . Back then, they had not treated the Yan Huang Tribe seriously . Previously, they sent a representative, but they chose not to come this time . After this ends, my father will personally see to their punishment . "

This was not what Wu Yu wanted to hear . Although he was not looking forward to seeing Luo Pin, he did not wish any ill fate to befall the mystical dragon tribe . Although it seemed like things were headed that way .

However, there was still some time . Wu Yu composed himself to wait . Perhaps they would come by tomorrow .

But his wish did not come true . The next day arrived, and all the princes and their followers headed for the Windy Fiery Skies Platform to welcome the Amba.s.sadors of 10,000 Kingdoms . Wu Yu was amongst their number as well . But today was the day of the 10,000 Kingdoms Pilgrimage . It was said that no representative from the mystical dragon tribe had come forth, and the news had spread amongst virtually all the Amba.s.sadors of 10,000 Kingdoms .

Although immortal beasts were normally impossible to find, it was inexcusable that they would fail to turn up on such a day .

However, they did not care about the others . Today, they would present their treasures to the Ancient Emperor . It was an unwilling process that recurred every decade . But no matter how much resentment they felt, they could do nothing but quell it in the face of the fearsome Yan Huang Ancient Emperor .

After all, it was protection money .