Chapter 656 (1/2)

Chapter 656: Center of AttentionTranslator: Yukidaruma Translations Editor: Yukidaruma Translations

“It’s said that the seven great clans have kept themselves hidden behind the scenes for years on end, but their hidden influence is by no means insignificant. They control countless aristocrats, factions, and organizations in the background. Do you know what today’s gathering is for?” Audrey asked, astonished.

“I heard that the seven great clans are going to join forces,” Xingxing`er said excitedly. “Look over there. That’s Lightning Dojo’s leader, Suede. And that person over there is from Eastern Sand Region’s Flatley Clan…”

Audrey looked over, and under Xingxing`er’s introduction, she saw the Fire Dance Sect, Five Thunders Cult, Oath of Romance, Heroes Society… All sorts of factions, organizations, and clans entered one after another, showing off the unparalleled hidden influence of the seven great clans.

Just then, a gasp rang out in the crowd. Audrey and Xingxing`er turned in that direction and saw a purple-haired young man who had sharp sloping eyebrows and a pair of bright eyes brimming with vigor. He entered while surrounded by many people.

Xingxing`er said agitatedly, “That’s the son of the Illusory Clan’s head, Young Master Meng. He is one of the Four Gentlemen. As expected, he came this time as well.”

Audrey frowned, “Is he very famous?”

“The great clans form a small circle, and all of them interact in their inner circle. They don’t think much of the small sects and factions outside,” Xingxing`er explained. “However, Young Master Meng still has another nickname outside—Illusory Sword.”

Audrey was taken by surprise, “The Illusory Sword? Isn’t that the number one swordsman in the Southern Flame Region? To think that he is the Young Master Meng from the seven great clans?”

“Haha, you weren’t expecting this, right? The influence of the seven great clans is everywhere. Look at person, he is the Deputy Governor of your Northern Ice Region, right? You didn’t expect that he would also be a member of the Holy Light Clan, right?” Xingxing`er said proudly. “The seven great clans have legacies of several centuries. Their roots run deeply into the Empire, but it’s just that they usually kept themselves hidden, not revealing themselves. However, once they are activated, it will be world-shaking, and they’ll be able to create a stir in the world. Even the Empire’s royal family will not be able to insult or humiliate them.”

Audrey frowned and said, “But the royal family has the backing of Divine level experts…”

Xingxing`er shook her head and said, “Six out of the seven clan heads have shared their great arts and attained the Divine level. Who across the entire Empire would be able to stand up against six Divine level experts?”

Hearing this, Audrey drew in a cold gasp as well. Six Divine level experts who have several centuries of legacies as well as endless influence and wealth… Such existences were truly too astonishing. Moreover, they were still going to join forces.

Just then, more voices rang out, and both Audrey and Xingxing`er looked over. They saw three young men walk in. One of them was elegant-looking, while another appeared deep and unfathomable, and the last was clever and capable-looking.

Xingxing`er said, “The Dark Shadow Clan’s Young Master Ying, the Night Massacre Clan’s Young Master Ye, and the Fervent Dragon Clan’s Young Master Long. Now all the Four Gentlemen have arrived.”

Looking at the Four Gentlemen made Xingxing`er’s eyes reveal feelings of admiration as she said, “The four of them are the most outstanding people from the seven great clans. Not only are they like extremely influential amongst the aristocrat circles, but they are also the core members amongst the younger generation. They each have their own identities outside with towering reputations, and all of them are exceptional characters.”

Xingxing`er sighed, “It’s said that all four of them are close to attaining the Divine Country and will probably be able to reach a breakthrough within a few months. By then, the seven great clans will have over ten Divine level experts. With such an influence, they will be able to create a storm throughout the entire Empire, and it’s likely that even the Empire will have to show them some respect.”

Looking at the Four Gentlemen who were surrounded, receiving respect, jealousy, and admiration from countless people, Audrey frowned slightly. She worried for the Empire’s future.

However, just then, a shout rang out from outside the crowd, “Bai Di is here!”

The words ‘Bai Di’ seemed to hold a special magical power. As these words appeared, the entire gathering fell silent, and no one spoke another word.

Amidst the silence that was like a television had just been switched off, everyone looked toward the entrance with gazes filled with zealousness, admiration, and excitement.

A young man with white hair and eyes, who wore white clothes, walked in slowly. He looked just like the spring water from snowy mountains, like the moon in the sky, like the innocence in children’s eyes, and like that one most beautiful memory people held in their hearts.

The young man did not say a single word or do a single thing, yet the people already felt a great sense of trust and conviction in him. He gave off an unbelievable sense of attraction to others.

With his arrival, the Four Gentlemen were the first to step forth and head toward him.