Devouring: Starting with an innate sacred body and Dao embryo

Chapter 44 The Massacre Ceremony, Speaker's Banquet

"The path of martial arts is an extraordinary path that gathers great power into one person. With the power of one person, one can wield the might of heaven and earth. Therefore, this sword technique is called the Heavenly Slaughter Style."

Jiang Chen wielded his sword again, and at this moment, his swordsmanship seemed to have undergone a fundamental transformation.

"Heavenly Slaughter Style, First Form: Swift Blade!"

The battle blade moved like a whirlwind, like a flash of lightning, faster than anyone could imagine. With each swing of Jiang Chen's blade, it left afterimages in the air, each strike amplified tenfold in power.

"Heavenly Slaughter Style, Second Form: Consecutive Sword Stance!"

The rapidly flashing sword suddenly slowed down, like a continuous drizzle. The sword's momentum seemed ordinary, but it enveloped the surrounding area, swept by the invisible sword light, revealing its sharpness.

Each slash of this blade has a force amplitude of twenty times.

"Heavenly Slaughter Style, Third Form: The Stop-Sword Stance!"

Jiang Chen's sword moved with unpredictable speed and deliberate speed, as swift as a gazelle leaping through the air, leaving no trace. His swordsmanship was so refined that it was simply beyond description.

Just as the swordplay reached its peak and the momentum was at its zenith, it suddenly stopped.

The Starfall Blade emitted a soft, paused hum, its blade energy shooting out in all directions, its power amplification reaching a staggering thirtyfold.

"Thirty times the force amplitude is enough for now."

Jiang Chen looked at the distant mountains that had been half-cut off by the sword energy, nodded in satisfaction, sheathed the Starfall Battle Blade, turned around, and boarded his fighter jet to leave.

……

Night falls in Kyoto, where a lavish banquet is being held.

Various luxury vehicles, and even intelligent aircraft, are parked outside.

Inside the spacious venue, magnificent chandeliers hung in a staggered pattern, illuminating every corner as bright as day.

Guests, dressed in neat formal attire, entered the venue one after another.

These people are either warriors of war, heads of various families, or presidents, inspectors, or even patrol officers of the Limit Martial Arts Academy and the Thunder Martial Arts Academy.

Even Jia Yi, a leading figure in the Hanxia military, came here, which shows the importance of this banquet.

Jiang Mu, the patriarch of the Jiang family, was currently receiving these distinguished guests along with the core members of the Jiang family.

Jiang Mu looked at these powerful and influential people, people he himself had once had to fawn over.

Now that they have all gathered here, offering him gifts with friendly smiles and greetings, Jiang Mu couldn't help but feel a surge of emotions.

"In this day and age, one's own strength is fundamental. Other things such as wealth, status, and power can all be acquired as long as one has sufficient strength."

"It is the greatest fortune for my Jiang family to have a descendant like Jiang Chen!"

"Grandpa Jiang, when will the Second Speaker arrive?"

At this moment, Liu He, the inspector of Kyoto Base City, and Amuhan, the inspector of Raiden Martial Arts School, came over and asked.

This banquet was specially held for Jiang Chen, the newly appointed Second Speaker. Without Jiang Chen's presence, they naturally could not hold the banquet.

"Today marks the end of our life-or-death adventure. Xiao Chen is saying goodbye to the students and teachers at the elite training camp. He'll be there soon. Let's begin the banquet."

Jiang Mu was a man who had seen many storms. Although the members who came to this banquet were all of very high status, there were even several councilors who were above the level of the God of War.

But he was not intimidated at all, and arranged the rhythm and order of the banquet in an orderly manner.

"Alright."

Liuhe and Amuhan both nodded.

The banquet officially began, with a world-class orchestra playing soothing and beautiful music.

Various fine wines and exquisite dishes were laid out on the table. Under the bright lights, everyone sat at a table with acquaintances, chatting and discussing while raising their glasses.

Just then, a dark blue fighter jet landed outside, and Jiang Chen stepped out.

Today marks the end of the life-or-death adventure at the elite training camp, and Jiang Chen made a special trip back to the camp to say goodbye to the many students and teachers.

Then they stopped Jiang Chen, preventing him from leaving, and insisted on having another drink with him.

Therefore, Jiang Chen arrived at the banquet a little late.

Besides Jiang Chen, there was another person who came with him.

Luo Feng also stepped off the fighter jet and followed Jiang Chen into the banquet.

Originally, Luo Feng had no interest in these kinds of social banquets.

But when he heard that the Xu family patriarch would be bringing Xu Xin to the banquet, he eagerly followed Jiang Chen over.

As soon as Luo Feng entered the banquet hall, he glanced around and, upon spotting Xu Xin, walked over without a word.

"This kid really is a womanizer who forgets his friends." Jiang Chen shook his head and chuckled.

When Jiang Chen entered, all eyes of the people who were chatting at the banquet immediately turned to him.

Even the orchestras that were playing stopped and looked at Jiang Chen.

"Second Speaker, you've finally arrived."

Jia Yi, the leader of the Hanxia military, walked over with a smile, holding a wine glass in his hand.

Liu He, the inspector of the Limitless Martial Arts School and the Thunder Martial Arts School, as well as Amuhan, followed closely behind.

Leaders from other major powers, such as the HR Alliance's councilors in Hanxia Kingdom and the heads of various families, all stepped forward.

"Distinguished guests, I apologize for being late due to an unexpected matter. I will punish myself with a drink."

Jiang Chen glanced at everyone, poured himself a glass of wine, and drank it all in one gulp.

"The Second Speaker has such magnanimity!"

Not a single mistake, not a single poem, not a single post, not a single piece of content, not a single look!

The crowd cheered and then stepped forward one by one to talk to Jiang Chen and offer him a toast.

Jiang Chen showed no arrogance whatsoever, chatting and laughing with these people, creating a harmonious atmosphere throughout the banquet.

Those young talents who were brought to this banquet by various forces saw that Jiang Chen was only the same age as them, yet he became the second speaker.

Even those high-ranking members of parliament and inspectors had to flatter them.

As for the patriarchs of various families, the inspectors, and many war gods, they were all very cautious when speaking to Jiang Chen.

This made them feel envious and jealous.

Meanwhile, some pretty young women kept glancing at Jiang Chen, their hearts racing.

"Luo Feng, I heard you're about to take on the role of Inspector of the Extreme Martial Arts Academy in Jiangnan Base City. You're so young; your future is limitless!"

When Old Master Xu of the Xu family saw Luo Feng, he looked him up and down and smiled with satisfaction.

"My granddaughter Xu Xin has been very opinionated since she was little. You'll have to be more tolerant of her in the future."

"Grandpa, I'm ignoring you!"

Xu Xin said coquettishly, glancing shyly at Luo Feng.

"Grandpa Xu, don't worry, I will definitely take good care of Xu Xin and make sure she doesn't suffer at all."

Luo Feng said very seriously.

"Haha, then I'm relieved."

Grandpa Xu laughed heartily, and Xu Xin felt a sweet warmth in her heart.

"So, when are you two planning to get married?"

Just then, Jiang Chen walked over and teased him with a smile.

"Second Speaker."

When Grandpa Xu saw that it was Jiang Chen, he immediately bowed.

"There's no need for that."

Jiang Chen waved his hand: "Luo Feng, this must be Xu Xin, right?"

"That's right, Senior Brother Jiang Chen, she is my girlfriend, Xu Xin."

Upon hearing Luo Feng's introduction, Xu Xin blushed slightly, her heart pounding.

"They are truly a perfect match, a match made in heaven. I'll definitely give a big gift on their wedding day."

Jiang Chen said with a smile.

"Senior Brother Jiang Chen, don't just talk about me. I already have a girlfriend, but you're still single. How about we ask Xu Xin to introduce you to a few people?"

Luo Feng retorted, not to be outdone.

"My ambitions lie elsewhere; we'll discuss this later."

Jiang Chen smiled and brushed it off, then picked up his wine glass and drank two glasses with Luo Feng.

(End of this chapter)