Supreme Devouring God-Chapter 1368: The Third Prince Hosts a Banquet!

"A person arrived at the inn and is currently waiting on the first floor, claiming to be the Third Prince of the Great Origin Dynasty's Royal Family," said Ouyang Panxue.

"The Third Prince? Chu Renxiang?"

Qin Chen had a general understanding of some of the popular figures participating in this battle.

Chu Renxiang was one of the participants from the Royal Family this time.

He was the third son of Emperor Chu of the Great Origin Dynasty and was reportedly extremely adept at socializing.

"Gather the others, and let's go down and have a look."

Qin Chen's eyes slightly narrowed, then he spoke.

Gathering Li Linfeng and the others, Qin Chen and his group arrived on the first floor of the inn.

"Saintess Ouyang is indeed one of the Four Beauties of our Great Origin Dynasty. Normally, I only hear of her, but seeing her today, she truly looks like a fairy!"

Before Ouyang Panxue even descended to the first floor, a man with a rat-like face approached her.

However, when he glimpsed Qin Chen and the others beside Ouyang Panxue, especially Qin Chen and Liuw Yifan in their Saint Son Robes, he clearly paused for a moment.

He seemed to have only instructed the innkeeper to notify Ouyang Panxue.

Nonetheless, being a seasoned person, he quickly resumed smiling after a slight hesitation.

"Why does the Third Prince summon me?"

Ouyang Panxue, disliking pleasantries, asked directly.

"This way, Saintess Ouyang, please."

Wherever Ouyang Panxue went, she became the focal point, and as she approached the first floor, many people looked over.

Seeing this, the man immediately led Ouyang Panxue to a private room.

But as Qin Chen and the others were about to follow Ouyang Panxue into the private room, the man hesitated and said, "Saintess Ouyang, these people..."

Clearly, he only intended to talk with Ouyang Panxue alone.

However, Ouyang Panxue calmly said, "They are my friends."

Seeing Ouyang Panxue's firm attitude, the man had no choice but to close the door behind them.

"Saintess Ouyang, my name is Tang Shuo, and I'm a servant of His Highness the Third Prince."

When Tang Shuo mentioned he was a servant, he was strangely proud, without a hint of displeasure.

Being a servant to the Third Prince was, in some places, a higher status than even a City Lord.

"Just say what you have to," Ouyang Panxue nodded and said.

"It's like this."

Tang Shuo got straight to the point, retrieving an invitation from his Qiankun Bag and handing it to Ouyang Panxue.

Noticing the doubt in Ouyang Panxue's eyes, Tang Shuo immediately said, "His Highness the Third Prince invites Saintess Ouyang to a gathering at the Heavenly Pride Tower tomorrow."

"The location of the Heavenly Pride Tower is just two li east of Saintess Ouyang's inn."

A gathering?

Qin Chen's eyes narrowed slightly.

So, Ouyang Panxue isn't the only one who received an invitation?

Instead of taking the invitation, Ouyang Panxue asked, "Can they go in with me?"

She pointed to Qin Chen and the others.

Tang Shuo appeared troubled but then said, "They can go in."

His gaze focused specially on Liuw Yifan and Qin Chen, "Perhaps His Highness the Third Prince overlooked these two Saint Sons. As Saint Sons of the Heavenly Blade Saint Sect, they should have received an invitation from His Highness."

Qin Chen, however, was indifferent.

He had been in the Heavenly Blade Saint Sect for too short a time, perhaps not even catching the Third Prince's eye.

As for Liuw Yifan,

being absent from the Heavenly Blade Saint Sect year-round, he was likely ignored by the Third Prince.

"Who else received invitations?" Qin Chen asked.

"Most have already arrived at the Primordial Hall. Top talents from various major forces will be attending."

"For instance, your sect's Great Saint Son, Yu TianQee, and Evil Child Jiang Xie," said Tang Shuo.

If that's the case, then this must be a gathering of the top talents.

The ones receiving invitations are likely prominent figures from each major power.

"Okay, I understand," Ouyang Panxue nodded.

"I hope Saintess Ouyang can attend tomorrow," said Tang Shuo.

"I certainly will," said Ouyang Panxue.

They had chosen to arrive at the Primordial Hall early to understand the strength of top talents from various major forces.

Tomorrow's gathering would clearly be the best opportunity to do so.

Though Qin Chen and the others hadn't received invitations, Tang Shuo had already mentioned that Ouyang Panxue could bring them into the 'Heavenly Pride Tower.'

Having achieved his purpose, Tang Shuo hesitated a moment before leaving, saying, "If possible, Saintess Ouyang should go alone."

With those words, he walked out of the private room.

Qin Chen momentarily hesitated.

He wasn't particularly interested in the Heavenly Pride Tower.

He was merely concerned that Ouyang Panxue might be provoked by top talents from other forces if she went alone.

"Stop hesitating. Tomorrow, you will come in with me."

Ouyang Panxue clearly understood Qin Chen's concerns, decisively stating her intention.

"Okay then,"

Seeing Ouyang Panxue's resolve, Qin Chen refrained from saying more.

"See you tomorrow."

The group then returned to their respective rooms.

"Tomorrow, it might not be a peaceful affair..."

After freshening up, Qin Chen sat cross-legged on his bed, quietly contemplating with some anticipation in his heart.

...

The next day.

The morning sunlight bathed the entire Primordial Hall, awakening this ancient hall from its deep slumber.

After breakfast, Qin Chen and his group headed to the Heavenly Pride Tower.

Compared to yesterday, today the Primordial Hall was more crowded, and along the way, Qin Chen saw many participants from major forces.

Evidently, as the ranking ceremony approached, more and more people had arrived.

Heavenly Pride Tower.

Ahead stood a magnificent and luxurious high-rise, standing tall and bright against the countless stars, drawing many onlookers.

"It's said that today, His Highness the Third Prince is hosting a banquet here, inviting top talents from major forces!"

"Really? Then the people in this Heavenly Pride Tower today will represent the future of the Great Origin Dynasty?"

"I wonder who will be invited by His Highness the Third Prince. How enviable to be invited by him; it signifies recognition and honor!"

...

Many people stopped outside the Heavenly Pride Tower, glancing around and conversing.

When Qin Chen and his group arrived, they instantly attracted numerous gazes.

"They are participants from the Heavenly Blade Saint Sect!"

"That's one of the Great Origin Four Beauties, Saintess Ouyang of the Heavenly Blade Saint Sect!"

"Who are the other two wearing Saint Son Robes? Their faces are so unfamiliar."

Many recognized Ouyang Panxue but were unfamiliar with Qin Chen and Liuw Yifan in their Saint Son Robes.

"Saintess Ouyang has arrived!"

At this moment, several top talents on the second floor of the Heavenly Pride Tower cast their glances downward.

"Brother Yu is truly blessed! Such an ethereal beauty right at his side!"

Some top talents, looking at Ouyang Panxue's stunning beauty, couldn't help but express envy.