Everyone was very confused. Who was Xia Feng?
They weren't foolish. The fact that someone could reach an accord with the Ancient Divine Venerable, and that the Ancient Divine Venerable showed such great deference upon appearing, was enough to indicate Xia Feng's extraordinary status.
Or perhaps some extremely important divine artifact had been exchanged with the Divine Venerable Zhang.
Even that didn't make sense. What could be worth such an attitude towards a sworn enemy, especially at the late stage of the Divine Venerable realm? This was clearly a self-abasement, lowering himself by a generation to Divine Venerable Zhang, meaning he would have to pay his respects when they met in the future.
This was simply not something a Divine Venerable would do.
After all, a Divine Venerable's pride was paramount, and these were two Divine Venerables of the same realm.
Gu Hongguang's disciples were dumbfounded. Were these the words their master, Fangzhang, spoke?
If Gu Hongguang was now a generation below them, they would never be able to hold their heads up when meeting disciples of the Tai Chi Sect.
"Divine Venerable Gu, your great gesture is too much. Take back what you just said; it doesn't count." Zhang Sanfeng quickly waved his hand, signaling Gu Hongguang not to make the oath.
Swearing an oath to the Heavenly Dao was not a trifling matter.
"True Master Zhang, I, Gu Hongguang, keep my word. I will swear to the Heavenly Dao right now." Gu Hongguang then truly extended his right hand to swear to the Heavenly Dao.
From then on, Gu Hongguang was a generation below Zhang Sanfeng and would have to pay his respects when meeting him.
Zhang Sanfeng could only smile wryly.
Gu Hongguang was so resolute in wanting to show him such great respect, and he spoke so sincerely.
Zhang Sanfeng didn't know what else to say, as everyone had their own thoughts.
Gu Hongguang was currently like this, likely terrified by Xia Feng.
The title of Divine Emperor alone was enough to scare anyone to death.
Before Zhang Sanfeng could speak, Gu Hongguang had already sworn to the Heavenly Dao. Even if Zhang Sanfeng wanted to disagree, he couldn't, as swearing to the Heavenly Dao was binding.
"True Master Zhang, please grace my private room. I have prepared a humble feast to express my apologies." As Gu Hongguang spoke, he also glanced at Xia Feng.
Although his words were directed at Zhang Sanfeng, his gaze never left Xia Feng.
He now knew that Xia Feng was the true master here.
Zhang Sanfeng had no objections and looked at Xia Feng with a questioning tone, asking, "How about we go to the private room?"
"Hmm, let's go." Xia Feng nodded.
Being watched by so many people outside made him feel somewhat uncomfortable.
Although Xia Feng was indifferent and had long ago achieved a state of detachment, anyone would be somewhat reluctant to be the subject of gossip.
Gu Hongguang's face showed a hint of a smile upon hearing this.
Although Xia Feng told him that bygones were bygones, who wouldn't want to establish a connection with a Divine Emperor?
This was a no-brainer; as long as one had any brain cells left, they would make this choice.
"True Master Zhang, please," Gu Hongguang said, extending his hand in invitation.
Xia Feng, Zhang Sanfeng, and the others went upstairs to dine, while the disciples of the Tai Chi Sect remained in the downstairs hall to eat and wait.
Gu Hongguang busied himself in the private room, meticulously serving Xia Feng.
Despite being a monk, Gu Hongguang's service was quite thorough. Even Lao Tianhou and Pu Buqi on the side were a bit stunned.
Before the meal was ready, Mu Yunchen returned with the siblings Huo Tong and Huo Wei.
When the Lord of the Ten Thousand Nether appeared in the private room, Gu Hongguang's eyes widened slightly.
"Young master, we've returned," the Lord of the Ten Thousand Nether bowed to Xia Feng.
The Lord of the Ten Thousand Nether, a Great Perfection Divine Venerable and a rare super expert in the Divine Realm, was now bowing to Xia Feng like a servant. If this were in the past, Gu Hongguang's eyes would have popped out in shock.
Now, Gu Hongguang's expression was calm and composed.
In front of a Divine Emperor, any Great Perfection Divine Venerable was merely a nobody, the same as himself, still a sycophant.
Perhaps the Lord of the Ten Thousand Nether's strength could last two more seconds in front of Xia Feng, but it was useless and didn't affect the overall situation.
Clothes make the man; Huo Wei and Huo Tong, after being dressed up, looked quite striking.
As expected of the Qilin clan, the little boy looked very handsome, and the little girl was youthful and radiant.
However, they were still children. When they grew up, they would undoubtedly be outstanding in appearance.
Much like Bing Ling'er, they possessed a beauty that did not belong to humans, a beauty that was very pleasing to the eye.
"You look quite good. Do you like yourselves?" Xia Feng asked the siblings.
"We like it. Thank you, Brother Xia." Huo Wei had already learned Xia Feng's name on the way. He was very grateful that Xia Feng was willing to take them in.
It was just that at their first meeting, they didn't want to reveal their reason for wanting to associate with Xia Feng, preferring to choose Zhang Sanfeng, who was more outstanding.
As for Huo Tong, she dared not look at Xia Feng and nodded shyly, staying close to Mu Yunchen.
"Sit down, both of you. You two siblings are known for eating a lot. Eat as much as you want today, eat your fill," Xia Feng invited everyone to sit.
Only Zhang Sanfeng and Mu Yunchen could sit by Xia Feng's side.
One was an elder countryman whom Xia Feng respected, and the other was Xia Feng's nominal woman.
As for when she would become Xia Feng's actual woman, that depended on Xia Feng's mood.
Mu Yunchen now seemed more like a maid waiting for her master's favor.
The group ate at the restaurant for two hours before leaving. During this time, the siblings Huo Wei and Huo Tong ate the longest.
It truly lived up to their own words; they could eat a lot.
Zhang Sanfeng looked at the two children who could eat so much and felt a little puzzled. Was the ability to eat a talent in itself?
"Let's head to the Mi Huo Sect to meet up," Zhang Sanfeng said to Xia Feng after they left the restaurant.
"True Master Zhang, you don't need to ask my opinion. I was called here to join the fun. Go wherever you want, and I'll follow," Xia Feng said with a smile.
"Alright, then let's head to the Mi Huo Sect first." Zhang Sanfeng nodded and led the group grandly towards the Mi Huo Sect.
The Mi Huo Sect was located in the west city, and 80% of the west city area belonged to the Mi Huo Sect.
It could only be described as a vast territory. When they reached the entrance of the Mi Huo Sect, many disciples were there to greet them.
Because of Xia Feng, Gu Hongguang also led his people to accompany Zhang Sanfeng.
"Oh ho, isn't this Divine Venerable Zhang and Divine Venerable Gu? You two are walking together?" a man in a black robe asked Zhang Sanfeng and Gu Hongguang with a look of surprise.
At the same time, he also noticed the Lord of the Ten Thousand Nether in the group.
Holy cow...
The man who had just spoken let out an internal exclamation of surprise.
Not to mention Zhang Sanfeng and Gu Hongguang, but now even the Lord of the Ten Thousand Nether had joined the group?
As the people of the Mi Huo Sect sensed the arrival of several Divine Venerables outside, a resonant voice echoed from within the sect:
"Greetings, esteemed Divine Venerables. We trust you are well."