Limitless Evolution: I Have Infinite Potential.

"Xue Young Master is so commanding!"

At those words, the crowd erupted in excited approval.

One guest flattered him, "Even though Ye Junlin is a Venerable, he still has to show respect and toast to Xue Young Master! After all, your ancestor is a Virtual Immortal! No matter how powerful a Venerable may be, how can he compare to that?"

"Hahaha, absolutely true!"

Laughter filled the room.

With the crowd showering him with praise, Xue Tianyi felt as if he could float off the ground. His heart surged with pride as he thought smugly, Ye Junlin, no matter how famous you are, you'd better behave like a tamed dragon in front of me!

As the most arrogant young master in Lingzhou, Eastern Domain, Xue Tianyi didn't rely on personal effort like others. He had direct access to power—through his ancestor.

Just then, terrified screams rang out from outside the estate.

"Heavens! What is that?!"

A series of deep rumbles echoed across the sky.

Above them, an immense wave of pressure spread outward like a tide, covering every floating island under the Xue Family's domain.

Even the smaller islands began to tremble violently.

Countless residents were struck with fear, their faces frozen in panic and disbelief.

From the sea of clouds, a massive beast emerged—more than ten thousand meters long, resembling a giant whale of the deep, but with wings that blocked out the sky as they slowly flapped, sending gales of energy crashing below.

Nearby treasure ships and flying vessels instinctively veered off course. Cultivators on board stared in stunned silence.

"What is that thing?! I can feel the aura of a Venerable!"

Among the stunned crowd, an elderly man in blue robes sitting atop a Roc suddenly jolted, his face paling in disbelief. "That's... that's the Kunpeng!"

"Kunpeng? Isn't that the ancient divine beast believed to be extinct?" gasped several knowledgeable cultivators.

A divine beast appearing on the day of the Xue Family's grand banquet—was it an omen of fortune?

"Wait, look! There's a palace on its back! Someone owns that Kunpeng!"

The moment someone shouted, gasps erupted all around.

Someone actually had a Kunpeng as their mount?

Could there really be someone that powerful in the entire Eastern Domain?

As the murmurs grew louder, the Kunpeng surged through the clouds, heading straight for the massive central island of the Xue Family estate.

Everyone—young and old—on the main island looked up in alarm, overwhelmed by the sheer pressure of the approaching beast.

"Xue Young Master, look! Someone's riding the Kunpeng straight to the banquet!"

"Oh my god... turning a divine beast into a mount? That's a whole new level of swagger!"

"Who could it be? Do they have ties to the Xue Family's ancestor?"

Speculation ran wild among the guests.

Xue Tianyi's expression froze for a moment. Then, as if remembering something, he quickly cleared his throat and said, "Yes, this guest has interacted with my ancestor before. I remember my parents once told me that during my birth, he even considered taking me as his godson. But my parents thought it would be too great a commitment, so they politely declined. It's all just a fond memory now…"

He gazed in the direction of the Kunpeng with a wistful expression.

"There's such a story?"

The crowd was stunned. Their respect for the Xue Family deepened instantly.

Even someone powerful enough to ride a Kunpeng had ties with the Xue Family—and had once wanted to adopt Xue Tianyi?

The Xue Family's influence was truly formidable!

At that moment, a calm yet commanding voice echoed from the estate.

"May I ask which distinguished guest has honored us with their presence today? Your visit is most appreciated."

Whoosh—

A tall, middle-aged figure appeared out of thin air. His long purple hair cascaded to his waist, and his eyes were deep and unreadable, exuding a terrifying aura that seemed to bend the world around him.

He hovered in the air, hands clasped behind his back, a presence that made even the sky feel smaller.

All members of the Xue Family respectfully bowed. "Greetings, Ancestor!"

This was the Xue Family's Ancestor, newly ascended to the Tribulation Stage—Virtual Immortal.

A being at that level had power that could suppress entire sects, far surpassing ordinary Venerables.

This was the source of the Xue Family's boldness in hosting such a grand celebration—they had the strength to back it up.

At that moment, the overwhelming pressure from the Kunpeng drew the Ancestor's attention.

He narrowed his eyes. Who was this mysterious guest, arriving with such style?

Under countless gazes, the Kunpeng slowly descended, and from the palace on its back, three figures stepped out.

"Xuantian Sect, Ye Junlin!"

A calm voice rang out. It belonged to a young man with silver hair, dressed in a black robe embroidered with gold. He walked slowly, hands behind his back, his gaze cold and composed.

Boom!

Instantly, the entire venue fell into uproar.

As the saying goes, fame precedes the man.

It hadn't been long since Ye Junlin shocked the entire Eastern Domain in the Arid Province war.

Now, he had arrived in person—riding a Kunpeng, no less—completely stealing the spotlight from the Xue Family.

"They say the Xuantian Sect is an ancient sect... I used to doubt it, but now I'm convinced. They even use a Kunpeng as a mount—how deep does their foundation go?!"

Someone couldn't help but gasp.

The most shaken of all was Xue Tianyi.

The moment he saw Ye Junlin step off the Kunpeng, it felt like his brain short-circuited.

And then, a tidal wave of shame and fury rose within him.

Just moments ago, he'd been bragging about his connection with this "mysterious guest."

Who could've guessed it was Ye Junlin himself?!

"Xue Young Master, didn't you just say…" Some guests wore strange expressions, their lips twitching as they tried not to laugh. A few covered their mouths, desperately stifling chuckles.

Xue Tianyi's face turned crimson, like it might start bleeding.

This was public humiliation of the highest order.

After a long, tense silence, he exhaled and snapped, "Did I say anything? I suggest everyone choose their words carefully."

Everyone's expressions shifted. They immediately shook their heads and said, "No, no! Xue Young Master didn't say a word! We heard nothing!"

Outwardly obedient, but inwardly cursing, Thick-skinned bastard…

"Heh."

Xue Tianyi let out a cold laugh, shooting Ye Junlin a venomous glare.

Meanwhile, the Xue Family Ancestor froze the moment he heard the name.

He quickly recalled the recent rumors and his heart sank.

He had not expected the person riding the Kunpeng to be such a young man.

If not for the Xuantian Sect's reputation and the terrifying aura of the Kunpeng, he might've tried to claim the divine beast for himself.

After all, it was the descendant of an ancient species—with pure bloodlines and immeasurable potential.

But now that Ye Junlin had arrived, he had no choice but to maintain decorum. He also intended to use the opportunity to learn more about this mysterious Venerable.

"So it's Venerable Ye. What an honor for our Xue Family!" the Ancestor said with a faint smile, cupping his hands respectfully.

In terms of status, as a Virtual Immortal, he had no need to bow to a Venerable.

But Ye Junlin was an exception.

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[Ding! Congratulations, host. Mission completed. Reward: All divine abilities and martial arts techniques will now cultivate at fifty times the normal speed!]

The system notification rang out in Ye Junlin's mind.

"Not bad," he thought to himself. "Seems riding in style does have its perks."

He returned the salute and said calmly, "On behalf of the Xuantian Sect, I offer my congratulations on your breakthrough to the Tribulation Stage."

The Ancestor nodded and gestured, "Please, come in."

Ye Junlin and his group stepped into the estate without ceremony.

Around them, guests murmured in awe.

"Those monks from Fozhou call him the Silver-Haired Demon, but in person, he's so handsome. Not scary at all!"

"Heh, if anything, Silver-Haired Killing God is more accurate. Far too many have died by his hand."

"Look! That person in red is Ye Junlin's top disciple—everyone calls her the Red Fairy."

"Hiss… She's stunning. What a beauty!"

Gradually, attention shifted from Ye Junlin to Hong Qianye.

His striking red robes, cool demeanor, and flawless features left an unforgettable impression.

Bai Xiaoxi, not wanting to be stared at, had thrown on a large hood to hide her mouse face, leaving only her small figure visible. She trailed behind Ye Junlin like a quiet servant.

Peeking out from under his hood, Bai Xiaoxi's tiny eyes sparkled when he spotted the banquet tables.

"Wow! So much food! Red Senior Brother, look over here!"

Hong Qianye's face twitched slightly, silently cursing the little rat's clueless enthusiasm.

Ye Junlin laughed, "Go ahead and eat, Little Xi."

"Really? Yay! I won't hold back then!" Bai Xiaoxi cheered and sprinted over.

At that moment, Xue Tianyi narrowed his eyes, deciding it was time to regain some pride.

He strolled over, fan in hand, and said with a smile, "Brother Ye, it's been a while. How have you been?"

Ye Junlin turned to look at him, his expression unreadable as he scanned him from head to toe.

Who the hell is this guy? Do I know this clown?

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