Indestructible Body Of Vajra Of The Village Leader

His mind was filled with countless thoughts, vaguely sensing that something was amiss, but couldn’t quite pinpoint what it was.

Perhaps the true answer could only be obtained inside the Human Emperor Tower of the Emperor’s Treasure Vault.

Now that he knew Xu, Liu, Sha, Chen, and the other four top families had allied with the Spirit Sect Master of Yuanting Pavilion and Dugu Qiubai were intending to deal with him, he had to make proper preparations to avoid any unexpected setbacks.

If it were just the Family Heads or the experts within these four top families, Jiang Dali wouldn’t bother to glance at them. With his current strength, even if eight Returning to Truth 9th Realm powerhouses joined forces, they would be hard-pressed to drive him to a corner, let alone these four top families who couldn’t gather eight Returning to Truth 9th Realm experts from their own ranks.

But with the addition of the Spirit Sect Master, one of the four pillars of the Holy Dynasty, and Dugu Qiubai, who was comparable to the four pillars, the situation was entirely different.

"The Regent King once said, if I were to have a breakthrough, it would be best inside the Emperor’s Treasure Vault... If I breakthrough into the Breakthrough Realm within the Emperor’s Treasure Vault, all threats will cease to be threats."

Jiang Dali made up his mind. Immediately, his spirit moved, and he got up with a knowing smile, saying, "A person who avoids trouble ultimately ends up seeking trouble himself."

Saying this, he walked out of the study room, spreading his arms, as two attendants stepped forward to remove his crown and robe, revealing a loose casual outfit underneath, instantly adding an elegant and dignified charm to him.

"Village chief, Brother Lu and the others are here."

Wang Yuyan’s cheerful and melodious voice came from outside the door, followed by the calm demeanor of Ding Peng and the pleasant smile on Lu Xiaofeng’s lips.

"With you being Marquis Wei Wu shielding us in the Holy Dynasty, what trouble would dare find us?"

Lu Xiaofeng looked Jiang Dali up and down, laughed heartily, and stretched out his arms intending to give a hug, but his nose twitched suddenly, his eyes lit up, and in an instant, he was at the table, grabbing the wine pot and sniffing it with a face of appreciation, "Good wine! Delightful wine!"

Ding Peng shook his head, his thin lips lifting in a faint smile, looking at Jiang Dali whose every gesture exuded an intimidating oppressive aura. With a resolute gaze, he said, "You’ve grown far stronger than us, my decision to attend the Hundred Heroes Assembly is my own, Lu Xiaofeng seems to just be here for the wine."

"Hmm—"

Lu Xiaofeng nearly spat out his drink, hurriedly covering his mouth and swallowing it down, glaring with raised eyebrows, "Who said I’m only here for the wine? The Hundred Heroes Assembly happens only once every twenty years, it’s a world-renowned event. This time, I’ll certainly secure a place within it."

Jiang Dali’s gaze shifted as he looked toward the doorway, where a figure clad in snowy white appeared, holding a sword with an aloof demeanor. It was none other than Ximen Chuixue, whom he hadn’t seen in a long while.

"You came as well?"

Jiang Dali’s expression was astonished, then he nodded slightly, extending his hand to invite him, "Come, let’s sit down and have a chat!"

Ximen Chuixue’s gaze fell upon Jiang Dali, his cold eyes showed a slight ripple, and he nodded lightly, stepping inside.

Wang Yuyan and Murong Qingqing took on the host-like role enthusiastically, welcoming everyone to sit around the table, serving tea and water.

The fact that Lu Xiaofeng, Ding Peng, and Ximen Chuixue showed up for the Hundred Heroes Assembly was indeed unexpected for Jiang Dali.

After all, the world knew about the Holy Dynasty’s closed-door policy, restricting entry and exit, causing many vassal state experts who sought freedom and leisure to avoid coming to the Holy Dynasty for development. Top experts like Xiao Sanxiao and Yin Zhong even hid and avoided stepping foot in the Holy Dynasty.

But on the other hand, the Holy Dynasty indeed offered a broader stage, where experts were abundant, resources plentiful, and martial arts were top-tier.

Moreover, due to the gathering of Dragon Energy in the Holy Dynasty, the Heaven and Earth Power in each state of the Holy Dynasty was denser than in vassal states, making breakthroughs under the Heavenly Human System easier for experts.

Ding Peng and Ximen Chuixue both intensely pursued strength—one striving for ultimate mastery in the Sword Dao, and the other in the Sword Dao. It’s understandable for them to attend the Hundred Heroes Assembly to seek a stronger path.

But Lu Xiaofeng, who spent his days drinking, flirting, and meddling, without serious cultivation...

Ultimately, Jiang Dali could only understand it as Lu Xiaoji’s deep love for Ximen Chuixue.

The preliminary round of the Hundred Heroes Assembly required teams of three to enter the battlefield and fight, eventually selecting one hundred winning teams to advance.

It’s highly probable that Ximen Chuixue, arrogant as ever, attempted to participate in the Hundred Heroes Assembly alone, and out of concern, Lu Xiaofeng took the initiative to form a team with Ding Peng, who also intended to participate.

And seeing Ximen Chuixue, who had already reached the Heavenly Human 7th Realm, as a powerful team member joining in, Ding Peng naturally agreed to team up. As for Lu Xiaofeng, a Heavenly Human 4th Realm idler, he’s just along for the ride and can be ignored.

From this, it’s also evident that the martial arts talents of these three are quite comparable.

Perhaps Ximen Chuixue might be a notch stronger.

After all, these years, Ximen Chuixue was the only one who hadn’t received any resources or assistance from Jiang Dali, neither being refined by the Breaking Realm Pearl for Three Elements, nor having his meridians broadened by He’s Jade Disc, nor studied the War God Chronicles, yet still managed on his own from Heavenly Human 3rd Realm to Heavenly Human 7th Realm.

In comparison, Ding Peng and Lu Xiaofeng both received his resources and assistance—Ding Peng diligently cultivated, reaching the Heavenly Human 8th Realm, while Lu Xiaofeng was too idle, resulting in his cultivation progress not matching the former pair.

Considering all three are under forty, achieving such strength is impressive—not quite matching old monsters like Yin Zhong or Zhang Sanfeng who have lived hundreds of years, but certainly top-tier among the younger generation, with a high hope of progressing to the top thirty in the Hundred Heroes Assembly.

"Too bad... Brother Xiao’s baby is about to be born; otherwise, participating in the Hundred Heroes Assembly together would have been quite fun."

Wang Yuyan poured wine for Jiang Dali, revealing a charming sweet smile.

Jiang Dali laughed wryly, shaking his head, "After all Brother Xiao has experienced from endless battles, it’s time for him to fulfill his dream of herding sheep on the grasslands, to live a peaceful life with Azhu."

Lu Xiaofeng suddenly gazed mischievously at Wang Yuyan, "Master Wang, your strength is quite formidable now. Why not team up with Murong Sect Master and Queen Yin to compete?"

"We ladies who have yet to leave their chambers are not suitable to show off like that."

Wang Yuyan blushed slightly, knowing Lu Xiaofeng’s tendency for jest, she shot him a reproachful glance, then glanced at Murong Qingqing beside her, emulating her, restoring a calm demeanor.

"Actually, it’s not impossible to try, perhaps we could even eliminate them,"

Murong Qingqing smiled gracefully, her bright eyes flashing with brilliance, falling upon Lu Xiaofeng’s surprised face, speaking calmly, "Although it’s not proper for us to expose ourselves, we can compete wearing veils. If Wan Wan is unavailable, we could invite Dongfang Sect Leader to join. We might even make a name for ourselves then."

Wang Yuyan’s eyes lit up, understanding Murong Qingqing’s intentions. Murong Qingqing wants to prove that their sisterhood isn’t just ornamental and wouldn’t shame their village chief.

Lu Xiaofeng hurriedly forced a smile to smooth things over, no longer daring to joke.

Joking aside, if Dongfang Bubai truly was convinced to team up with Murong Qingqing and the others for the competition, with Heavenly Demon Zither’s Sky Dragon Eight Sounds aiding Dongfang Bubai’s Poison Needle assault, who could stand against it?

Wang Yuyan could just be a mascot lounging through the competition, pitying those competing alongside her.

The time swiftly passed amid a friendly catching up.

Ultimately, with Lu Xiaofeng’s regretful and impressive expressions, Wang Yuyan and Murong Qingqing both decided to participate in the Hundred Heroes Assembly and proceeded to register that night.

Jiang Dali watched with a smile, permitting their decisions.

For him now, the Hundred Heroes Assembly was merely child’s play; his main event awaited ahead.

But for Lu Xiaofeng, Wang Yuyan, and others, it was indeed a good stage, attracting numerous players to seize spots for the competition in the Holy Dynasty.

Thus, during the Hundred Heroes Assembly, it wouldn’t just be NPC versus NPC, but possibly NPC versus players.

Compared to the previous world.

Due to his influence, a minority of players already had opportunities to compete alongside top vassal state NPC experts six months in advance.

Though these are merely opportunities...

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