Abyss Walker

Chapter 305 Encountering the Princess at the City Lord's Mansion

Chapter 305 Encountering the Princess at the City Lord's Mansion

Yun Muhan, or rather "Xingxie," continued to spout nonsense in the tavern, his behavior becoming increasingly exaggerated, as if he were truly drunk.

His acting skills are superb; every movement exudes a wild and unrestrained spirit, making it difficult to distinguish between reality and fiction.

He deliberately staggered to the center of the tavern and shouted, "Who can fight me, 'Star Demon'? Haha, is there not a single true warrior in this City of Shadows?"

His loud, provocative voice drew the attention of everyone in the tavern.

The people in the tavern were drawn to his actions. Some mocked him, thinking he was just a drunkard, while others were shocked by his audacity and began to doubt whether he was truly hiding great strength.

Just then, the city lord's men arrived at the tavern. They pushed through the crowd and approached "Star Evil." "'Star Evil,' the city lord has ordered you to go to the city lord's mansion immediately to undergo a test."

One of his men said coldly, his tone serious, clearly not joking.

Yun Muhan pretended to be drunk, waving his hand and laughing loudly: "Hahaha, finally someone recognizes the power of me, 'Star Evil'. Alright, I'll go with you, let the city lord see my strength."

His words conveyed confidence, but also carried a hint of mockery.

He deliberately staggered as he followed the city lord's men out of the tavern, making a racket all the way and attracting the attention of many passersby. Upon arriving at the city lord's mansion, he was brought before the city lord.

The city lord's sharp gaze sized up the cultivator who called himself "Star Evil." His eyes revealed scrutiny and curiosity, clearly wanting to see if this person who dared to spout such nonsense in the tavern truly possessed any skill.

Yun Muhan stood before the city lord. Although his posture seemed casual, every movement he made was actually preparation for the upcoming test.

The city lord looked at the drunken "Star Demon" before him, a hint of doubt flashing in his eyes, but more so, anticipation. "I heard you're quite confident in facing the approaching enemy?"

Yun Muhan pretended to be drunk and hiccuped, then said loudly, "Enemies? Haha, Lord City Lord, those guys are nothing but a piece of cake. Once I, 'Star Evil,' take action, I guarantee they'll run away with their tails between their legs."

The city lord nodded; he decided to give "Star Evil" a chance. "Alright, then I'll see what you're capable of. Men, prepare for the test."

The test was simple, yet direct. The city lord ordered his men to bring out a massive rock—no ordinary rock, but a black stone from Junyan Valley, incredibly hard.

"If you are truly as powerful as you claim, then cleave it in two." The city lord's words carried a hint of challenge; he wanted to verify whether this cultivator who called himself "Star Evil" truly possessed the immense power he spoke of.

Yun Muhan walked unsteadily to the rock, pretending to be trying to concentrate, as if struggling against the effects of alcohol. Then he suddenly shouted, and powerful elemental energy gathered in his palm.

His movements were exaggerated and powerful; with a single palm strike, the rock shattered. This action shocked everyone present, and even the city lord's eyes gleamed with satisfaction.

Yun Muhan's attack not only demonstrated his power but also his precise control over elemental forces. The cracking of the rock was not only proof of his strength but also a subtle indication of his identity.

The guards and servants present whispered amongst themselves, discussing the suddenly appearing "Star Demon." Their eyes were filled with awe, clearly shocked by Yun Muhan's strength.

The city lord looked at the cracks in the rock and a satisfied smile appeared on his face. He knew that he might have found a powerful ally.

Yun Muhan stood beside the rock fragments, his breathing gradually becoming steady, as if the attack just now was nothing more than an easy task for him.

"Alright, 'Star Evil,' your strength is indeed impressive. I will give you a chance to prove yourself."

Yun Muhan pretended to be drunk and bowed, then laughed loudly, "Haha, I knew it! Lord City Lord has a discerning eye. Don't worry, I, 'Xingxie,' will not let you down."

Over the next few days, Yun Muhan continued his performance in the city lord's mansion under the alias "Xing Xie".

He pretended to be drunk during the day and secretly gathered intelligence at night while observing the internal situation of the city lord's mansion.

Although his behavior was strange, the city lord turned a blind eye to his unusual actions because he displayed great power, which gave Yun Muhan more freedom to explore and collect the information he needed.

Princess Qiluo, the jewel of Youguang City, is renowned throughout the Western Divine Realm for her extraordinary beauty and exceptional wisdom.

She possessed a cascade of flowing black hair that cascaded smoothly over her shoulders, often adorned with exquisite hairpins that complemented her bright, deep eyes, which seemed to see into the depths of her soul. Her skin was as white as snow, perfectly matching her elegant demeanor.

Princess Qiluo was tall and well-proportioned, exuding an innate aristocratic air with every step she took. She preferred to wear simple yet elegant long dresses, the hem swaying gently with her steps, like a spring breeze rippling across a lake.

Her outfits are mostly in light colors, which highlights her fresh and refined temperament, while the delicate belt around her waist perfectly outlines her graceful figure.

In the City of Shadows, Princess Qiluo not only attracts everyone's attention with her appearance, but is also respected for her keen insight and erudition.

Yun Muhan's behavior in the manor quickly caught her attention. Princess Qiluo was curious about "Star Evil's" strange behavior, and at the same time, she showed interest in his strength.

One day, Yun Muhan pretended to be drunk in the garden and deliberately made a loud noise, attracting Princess Qiluo's attention.

His behavior may seem crazy, but he was actually testing the reactions of those around him and looking for an opportunity to contact Princess Qiluo in hopes of getting more information from her.

Princess Qiluo approached Yun Muhan, a hint of inquiry in her eyes. Her voice was gentle yet firm as she asked, "'Star Evil', your demeanor is truly extraordinary. Are you really as powerful as the legends say?"

Her questions were direct yet polite, revealing her intelligence and interest in Yun Muhan.

Yun Muhan feigned drunkenness, but a hint of sobriety shone in his eyes. He replied, "Oh, beautiful princess, power is but one of my many talents. In this City of Dark Light, I, 'Star Evil,' will surely display even more miracles."

His words were filled with confidence, while he was also testing Princess Qiluo's reaction.

She continued to approach Yun Muhan and said in a teasing tone, "'Star Evil' Mr., your alcohol tolerance seems to be not very good."