The Great Ruler - Chapter 816

Chapter 816

For the next ten days, Mu Chen did not set foot out of Nine Nether Palace . He withdrew from everyone and went into the cultivation chamber for his practice .

After hearing news of Luo Li, he knew that he was not working hard enough and not progressing as he should . Compared to Luo Li, he had not done enough .

He was far from fulfilling the promise he had made to Luo Li . He must not relax and be content .

He had to be stronger!

As Mu Chen drew into himself for his cultivation, news about him spread in North Territory . The top powers in North Territory were shocked to learn that so many years after the Dragon-Phoenix Rift had started, someone had finally stepped onto the tenth step of the Dragon-Phoenix Step . No one had ever done it before .

They were even more stunned when they discovered that Mu Chen was only a Grade Three Sovereign . He had not only defeated Liu Yan, but he had also fought with the Prince of Netherworld .

Every time after the Dragon-Phoenix Rift finished, there would be changes to the Dragon-Phoenix Record . It was the same for this round . Mu Chen, the dark horse, had caught the attention of the people .

Whether he had defeated Liu Yan, contended with the Prince of Netherworld, or had stepped onto the tenth step of the Dragon-Phoenix Step, any of these was enough to make him famous among the younger generation in North Territory .

After the assessment of many top powers, they changed the Dragon-Phoenix Record . Mu Chen replaced Liu Yan, who had been ranked number three . He had overtaken Su Biyue, Snapper, and the other younger top powers who had been listed in the Dragon-Phoenix Record .

The Prince of Netherworld and Fang Yi had maintained their rankings . The two of them had displayed great strength that could suppress the other top powers . Even Mu Chen could barely contend with the Prince of Netherworld .

Cai Xiao's performance was the most outstanding in the Dragon-Phoenix Rift . She was like a myth . After the Dragon-Phoenix Rift had ended, she left North Territory immediately . As she was not from North Territory, her name did not appear in the Dragon-Phoenix Record . However, those younger top powers who had participated in the Dragon-Phoenix Rift would never forget her . She was astoundingly beautiful . She was like a queen who was beyond one's reach . Even Fang Yi and the Prince of Netherworld were way beneath her .

When Cai Xiao revealed who she was at the Dragon-Phoenix Rift, the top forces in North Territory had been taken aback . Even the Divine Pavilion dared not take it lightly when they knew that she was the daughter of the Flame Emperor . Only people of their level knew how powerful the Endless Fire Territory was in the Great Thousand World .

As the Divine Pavilion and Netherworld Palace recalled that fact, they must have been fearful . Fortunately, Cai Xiao had won when she fought with Fang Yi and the Prince of Netherworld . If she had been defeated and injured by them, the Endless Fire Territory would have been enraged . That would have been detrimental for them .

As they thought about it, the top forces in North Territory were upset . They were superior in North Territory, but now they were troubled . If they had hurt someone and brought calamity upon themselves…

One could not blame them for having such thoughts . The Endless Fire Territory was extremely powerful and terrifying .

After Mu Chen had been ranked number three in the Dragon-Phoenix Record, the fervor in Daluo Territory gradually died down . Another big event had taken over the people's interest .

It was the Ceremony of Bestowing Lordship .

This big event gained the attention of the top powers in Daluo Territory more than the Dragon-Phoenix Rift . The Ceremony of Bestowing Lordship was closely linked to their personal gains .

Daluo Territory was a large territory, and there were many top powers . They were extremely strict . The Dominator called the shots in Daluo Territory . There were three kings, nine lords, and many commanders, dukes, and other affiliated forces . As one's title was enhanced, his resources and status would be enhanced as well .

The three kings were extremely powerful . They had to be at least Grade Seven Sovereigns before they could become kings . Not many in Daluo Territory were qualified .

Many people were envious of the lordship . As a lord, he could form his own army . Every year, he would receive a large amount of Sovereign Spiritual Liquid from Daluo Territory . He might be given some cities to take charge of . When he fought with other forces, the spoils that he had to hand over would be much less than what the other dukes and affiliated forces had to give up . That was the reason many top powers were eyeing the title of the lordship .

However, one had to be a Grade Five Sovereign in order to be a lord . Nine Nether was an exception . She was from the Nine Netherbird Clan . Even Mandela was wary of the established divine beast race, thus Nine Nether had been given special treatment .

The other top powers could only depend on their strength to fight for the lordship .

The Ceremony of Bestowing Lordship was the time to confer the title of lord, and it carried much weight in Daluo Territory .

While some in North Territory were still in shock over Mu Chen's ranking in the Dragon-Phoenix Record, the top powers in Daluo Territory had turned their attention to the oncoming Ceremony of Bestowing Lordship .

Once they became lord, their status in Daluo Territory would be greatly enhanced .

The Ceremony of Bestowing Lordship was finally taking place, and the top powers had waited eagerly for it .

Swoosh! Swoosh!

This day was the liveliest day that year in Daluo Territory . Many shadows whizzed across the horizon and appeared in Daluo Territory .

The guards were stricter, and the armies of the lords helped to maintain order to prevent riots . They would not want to bring disgrace to Daluo Territory .

From the look of it, the Ceremony of Bestowing Lordship was the most popular event in Daluo Territory . All of the top powers were interested in it . Everyone was eager to find out who would become the tenth lord in Daluo Territory .

In Nine Nether Palace .

Two ladies were standing outside the cultivation chamber . The one standing in front was Nine Nether, with Tang Bing standing behind her .

Tang Bing looked at the cultivation chamber that was shut and said, "The Ceremony of Bestowing Lordship is about to start . He is still not out yet . "

Nine Nether was calm and said with a smile, "We must be well-prepared . To become the tenth lord is not an easy task . "

"Ha, it has not been easy for me to get more than 20,000 drops of Sovereign Spiritual Liquid for him . If he fails in this mission, I want him to pay me back . " Tang Bing felt the pinch and snorted . She was the Chief Steward of Nine Nether Palace, and she was in charge of all the Sovereign Spiritual Liquid . Nine Nether had taken 20,000 drops of Sovereign Spiritual Liquid from her and given them to Mu Chen .

"You are a miser . Don't worry, he is worth investing in . " Nine Nether laughed . She touched Tang Bing's face and teased her . "You can invest yourself in him as well . You will have good returns . "

"Sister!" Tang Bing blushed and became shy . She usually looked cold and dignified in Nine Nether Palace . It was rare to see her behaving in such a feminine manner .

"Who wants to invest in me?" At that moment, the door of the cultivation chamber opened . Mu Chen laughed and stepped out . He smiled at the two beautiful ladies .

Tang Bing looked at Mu Chen, and she blushed even more . After sizing him up, she raised her brows and said, "Have you not broken through?"

The Spiritual Energy around Mu Chen was more condensed, but he was still a Grade Three Sovereign . He had not broken through to Grade Four Sovereign as Tang Bing had expected .

Mu Chen found it funny and at the same time annoying . He said, "Who do you think I am? All I have to do is withdraw into practice, and I will be able to break through?"

Tang Bing blushed and muttered, "So much Sovereign Spiritual Liquid has been wasted . "

Mu Chen glanced at her and gave a helpless look .

Nine Nether walked around Mu Chen with her eyes glittering . She was sharper than Tang Bing . She could sense that the spiritual energy in Mu Chen's body was in abundance, and he had intentionally suppressed something .

"It seems like you have gained much," Nine Nether said with a smile .

Mu Chen simply smiled and stretched . He looked up at the sky outside Nine Nether Palace . He could sense a large spiritual energy fluctuation in the area .

"This is indeed the most popular event in Daluo Territory," Mu Chen said in shock . This was the first time ever since he stepped into Daluo Territory that so many top powers had gathered together .

"Are you ready?" Nine Nether smiled and looked at Mu Chen .

Mu Chen took a deep breath . He looked solemn and nodded . The strengths of Qin Zhong from Tianluo City and Qiu Taiyin from the Ghost Clan were comparable to the Prince of Netherworld .

If Mu Chen wanted to become the tenth lord, it would be a fierce battle .

Regardless of what would happen, he would never back out .

Mu Chen lifted up his head and thought of Luo Li . He clenched his fists and walked out .

"Let's go . "

He must become the tenth lord .