Chapter 692: Gatherings and Partings
The monarch’s gaze slowly shifted, finally settling on Lin Feng.
“Snow Moon, Lin Feng, you have stood at the pinnacle of the Snow Domain Grand Competition. You have brought the highest glory to Dragon Mountain Empire. By standing at the summit, you have placed Dragon Mountain Empire at the peak of the Four Kingdoms Snow Domain. Thank you!”
The monarch bowed to Lin Feng, pausing for a full second. As the sovereign of Dragon Mountain Empire, Lin Feng’s victory in the Snow Domain Grand Competition also brought him honor.
“Lin Feng!” The crowd’s eyes all froze. Lin Feng of Snow Moon Kingdom had won the championship of the Snow Domain Grand Competition. This young man with clean eyes and a calm demeanor was actually so formidable.
Huo Shiyun and Huo Jiuyang’s eyes stiffened even more. Lin Feng, first place in the Snow Domain Grand Competition!
Looking at the figure in the void, a sense of unreality arose in their hearts. They had never imagined that Lin Feng could stand at the pinnacle of the Snow Domain Grand Competition. Their hearts were too shaken.
“Lin Feng, I heard you are the Crimson Blood Marquis of Snow Moon Kingdom. Now, in the name of the sovereign of Dragon Mountain Empire, I bestow upon you the title of Crimson Blood King of Dragon Mountain Empire. At the same time, I confer upon you the name of Snow Moon’s Human Sovereign. I will personally send someone to accompany you back to Snow Moon and proclaim it to the world. From now on, when you meet the Snow Moon monarch, you need not bow or pay respects. You and the Snow Moon monarch shall stand as equals.”
The monarch did not try to recruit Lin Feng into Dragon Mountain Empire. Lin Feng had already refused powerful forces like the Divine Palace and the Nine Heavens Sword Sect, so he would care even less about a position in Dragon Mountain Empire. The monarch bestowed the title of king upon Lin Feng out of respect. Additionally, Snow Moon Kingdom was a vassal state of Dragon Mountain Empire. As the sovereign of Dragon Mountain Empire, although he did not interfere in Snow Moon’s internal affairs, he could certainly grant Lin Feng the status of Human Sovereign, a title equal to the Snow Moon monarch.
This was a symbol of status—a status not involved in Snow Moon’s political power. It merely gave Lin Feng the highest honor in Snow Moon, where no one could command him, and no one stood above him.
“Thank you.” Lin Feng nodded in return to the monarch. Having the title of Human Sovereign was good.
This scene made the crowd’s hearts tremble even more. The title of Human Sovereign of Snow Moon Kingdom—now that Lin Feng had won the Snow Domain Grand Competition, his status was no less than that of a regional monarch.
“Human Sovereign!” Huo Shiyun murmured softly. The young man in the void seemed to be drifting further and further away from her.
“Alright, from now on, no need to be restrained.” The monarch waved his hand, and the solemn atmosphere seemed to dissipate into nothingness. At the same time, the monarch stepped forward and arrived before Lin Feng, saying, “Lin Feng, what are your plans next?”
“I plan to return to Snow Moon.” Lin Feng spoke. He had been away for so long; his family must be very worried about him.
“Very well. I will have the imperial decree drafted immediately and have Ruo Lanshan deliver it to Snow Moon later.” The monarch smiled and then looked at Ruo Lanshan: “Lanshan, this task is yours.”
“No problem.” Ruo Lanshan nodded in agreement, and then the monarch left directly. Ruo Lanshan glanced at Lin Feng and said, “Lin Feng, congratulations.”
“Senior, you brought Lin Feng to Dragon Mountain Empire to participate in the Snow Domain Grand Competition. Lin Feng has not yet thanked you.” Lin Feng said humbly.
“Don’t flatter me. I can no longer bear the title of ‘senior’ now. Your strength… enough said. Work hard. Jian Chen returned directly to the empire after the Snow Domain Grand Competition ended and is now cultivating in seclusion. Both of you have unpredictable futures.”
After saying this, Ruo Lanshan followed the monarch to prepare the imperial decree. Lin Feng had brought glory to the empire, and the monarch would surely want to handle this matter with great fanfare, ensuring Lin Feng received the treatment he deserved.
“Are you going back?” Tang Youyou walked up to Lin Feng and asked softly.
“Mm.” Lin Feng nodded.
“Oh.” Tang Youyou forced a somewhat reluctant smile, which seemed a bit stiff. “Take care.”
“You too. See you in three months.” Lin Feng replied.
“Aren’t you going to spend some time with us? Just abandoning us like this?” Qing Mengxin stepped forward with a light laugh, her arms crossed over her chest, exuding charm.
Abandoning?
A few black lines appeared on Lin Feng’s forehead. He didn’t know whether to laugh or cry. “I’ve been away from Snow Moon for quite a while. It’s time to go back. We’ll meet again in three months, won’t we?”
“Who knows if you’ll still remember little old me by then.” Qing Mengxin seemed intent on teasing Lin Feng, making him smile wryly. “Don’t worry. You’re so beautiful—how could I forget you?”
“Hehe, so you do know how to sweet-talk women.” Qing Mengxin’s smile was still enchanting, carrying a hint of unruliness.
Behind them, Tang Youyou’s father and Qing Mengxin’s master wanted to step forward, but seeing them chatting with Lin Feng, they tacitly chose not to disturb, each harboring their own thoughts.
Tang Youyou’s father had never seen his daughter treat anyone so well. As for Qing Mengxin’s master, Qing Mengxin was always carefree and had never been subdued by any man. If she could end up with this champion genius of the Snow Domain Grand Competition, it would fulfill one of her wishes. He remembered the last time he saw Lin Feng; his cultivation was far weaker than now. The Snow Domain Grand Competition had propelled him forward—his talent was terrifying.
“Lin Feng, if you have the chance, don’t forget to visit us in Dragon Mountain Empire.” Jun Moxi also spoke. The crowd’s eyes narrowed slightly. They didn’t expect these geniuses to have such harmonious relationships—quite an unusual sight.
“If I have the chance, I’ll come to Dragon Mountain Empire for a visit.” Lin Feng looked at the few of them. Having spent time together, he felt a hint of reluctance at parting. People are not made of wood or stone—who can be heartless? They had experienced life and death together.
“Get lost!” Just then, a familiar voice reached Lin Feng’s ears, making him turn his gaze. He looked downward and saw a pair of pitiful, moving eyes looking up at him, seemingly carrying a trace of grievance. In front of her, a young man was slowly closing in.
“Huo Shiyun, don’t refuse a toast only to be forced to drink a forfeit.” Cui Wuxin said coldly. At this moment, Cui Wuming was behind him, backing him up. He had to get this woman today.
“You’re finished.” Huo Shiyun looked at Cui Wuxin, her eyes filled with a hint of pity, which stunned Cui Wuxin. He laughed arrogantly, “I’m finished? Are you dreaming? With my elder brother here, who can touch me? Who dares to touch me?”
“I do.” A faint voice rang out. Turning his gaze, Cui Wuxin saw a figure descend beside him, making his eyes stiffen.
Lin Feng. The young man who stood high in the sky, bathed in glory, was far more dazzling than his elder brother, Cui Wuming.
“Lin Feng.” Cui Wuming’s face stiffened. He had fought Lin Feng before. Back then, Lin Feng was at best his equal, or even weaker. But now, he had to look up to Lin Feng.
“Is he your blood brother?” Lin Feng pointed at Cui Wuxin and asked indifferently.
“No.” Cui Wuming shook his head.
“Then get lost.” Lin Feng spat out a word, making Cui Wuming’s eyes stiffen.
“Lin Feng, I’ll take Cui Wuxin away right now. Can we let this go?”
“No.” Lin Feng said coldly, then asked Huo Shiyun, “What do you want to do to him?”
“You decide.” Huo Shiyun’s eyes were fixed on Lin Feng. She seemed to have forgotten Cui Wuxin’s existence. That day, Lin Feng had left without a word, and there had been no news of him since.
“Boom!” A soft sound rang out. In an instant, a brilliant light descended upon Cui Wuxin, as if a sun had burst forth with radiance.
“Nine Suns Technique, what is your relationship with the Huo family!” Cui Wuming watched as Cui Wuxin was instantly killed, his face turning ashen, but he was helpless.
“Shiyun is my sister. Do you think he deserved to die?” Lin Feng coldly swept his gaze over Cui Wuming, making his eyes tremble. Looking at Lin Feng’s sharp eyes, he slowly lowered his head. “He deserved to die!”
“Hmph, good that you understand.” Lin Feng snorted coldly, then stepped forward and soared into the air again.
Huo Shiyun was stunned. She looked up at the figure leaving again, tears glistening in her eyes. Sister!
“Jun Moxi, please look after my sister for me.”
Huo Shiyun watched Lin Feng instruct Jun Moxi in the air, and Jun Moxi agreed, but she seemed not to hear any of it. She only saw Lin Feng say goodbye to a few people, then mount a demon beast and ride away with a whistle.
He appeared suddenly and left just as suddenly. When would the next meeting be?
Huo Jiuyang also sighed. The affairs of the world were so wondrous. Lin Feng had helped the Huo family and Huo Shiyun again, but he had also made Huo Shiyun cry once more, leaving the girl’s heart full of longing.
It seemed she was not the only one with such feelings.
In the void, many eyes were also fixed on Lin Feng’s back until he completely disappeared.
“I should go about my own business too. Everyone, see you in three months.” A cheerful voice rang out. Yun Feiyang also mounted a demon beast and flew away, no one knowing where he was headed.
PS: Early to bed, early to rise. Still posting in the morning. Looks like the debt will have to be repaid on Saturday.