GLOBAL ERA OF STAR TREKKING

However, these older generation Torch Ship Captains were all on a higher platform next to the great hall, where the tables and chairs were obviously more exquisite than those on the platforms where the younger members were situated.

Soon, the idle chat of several people beside Song Chi solved this puzzle for him. The Fire Dragon Banquet, held once every century by the Michelle Family, was an event to expand their own social circle and thereby sustain their falsely Immortal Clan’s status. Naturally, they would not only invite some juniors of Fourth Rank and below.

With the conspicuous figure of Joe Michelle personally leading the way, Song Chi and the three others quickly attracted the attention of many in the great hall.

Murmurs of covert conversation followed:

“Who are those people? To have Joe Michelle personally guide them… Hey, isn’t that Ke Lin from the Ke Family? Since when did he get such treatment?”

“Isn’t it obvious that Ke Lin is a fringe figure? Look at the one in the middle, didn’t you see? That’s Zhou Li from the Zhendan Commerce Guild, and there’s another with an even higher status. The red-haired man by his side, that’s His Highness Gary Frandy, the fifth son of the current King!”

…

As the group moved forward, aside from Song Chi, who as a Third Rank Torch Captain was virtually ignored, Gary and Zhou Li attracted quite a few murmurs of discussion. However, this suited Song Chi’s intentions just fine.

They finally reached a position on the higher platform close to the inner side, a spot so prestigious that only the legitimate heirs of the Kingdom’s strongest few powers were qualified to sit there.

In this, Song Chi and his companions were basking in the light cast by Gary Frandy.

Shortly after sitting down, Gary was called over to the seats of the seniors in front.

Gary Frandy, neither humble nor haughty, ascended the platform and soon approached a seat at the very center of this platform.

The bigwigs on this level were, of course, ranked. The one who called Gary over was one of the few most prestigious individuals in the entire castle hall.

“Nephew greets Third Uncle!”

Facing the man seated before him, Gary respectfully bowed.

This person was not an outsider but the younger brother of the current King of Franty, the King’s Royal Duke, a Sixth Rank Ultimate Dreadnought Captain, and the Tiger of the Franty Imperial Family—Amanda Frandy.

“Good lad, you were closed off in the Incense Burning Palace just yesterday. How come you’ve suddenly returned through the distant Star Gate? Did you rush back from the Shaking Light Star Tower?”

Gary nodded respectfully.

Though a son of the King, he was not favored from a young age and was closer to his Third Uncle, whom he genuinely respected.

Seeing Gary’s confirmation, several people from the highest seats on the platform glanced unintentionally at the seating area below, where Song Chi and the others were. However, at this moment, Amanda Frandy abruptly said:

“So that means, the youngster is also a member of the Shaking Light Star Tower?”

Though his voice was very calm, it carried clearly to the ears of all the Torch Ship Captains in the great hall and, after speaking, he looked toward Song Chi at the lower platform not too far away.

This action immediately drew the attention of most of the guests in the entire hall. The next second, hundreds of gazes converged on Song Chi.

In his seat, Song Chi’s expression remained unchanged as he casually sipped his drink, completely indifferent to the surrounding gazes that seemed to see right through him.

Though his outward appearance showed no difference, Song Chi was quite puzzled deep down. Clearly, Gary’s Third Uncle was deliberately bringing him into the spotlight.

Not only was Song Chi confused, but Gary also felt perplexed, not understanding the intention behind his Third Uncle’s actions.

However, before he could speak, sudden footsteps echoed from the entrance of the great hall.

Looking back, Gary instantly understood.

The person he not only recognized but also had a deep impression of.

Medici Vladimir

Another core figure from the Immortal Clan of the Franty Kingdom, the “Vladimir” family, an elder who was at odds with his Third Uncle, and even more powerful in strength.

Accompanying Medici Vladimir were two others, one of whom was Loren Michelle, the legitimate heir of the previous generation of the Michelle Family, and the other a key figure, the Third Rank Ultimate Torch Captain and one of the legitimate successors of the contemporary Vladimir family—”Feike Vladimir.”

Gary felt a headache coming on, immediately realizing that his Third Uncle was trying to “stir up a response,” to strike a blow to the others’ confidence—a proverbial face-slapping.

Under the gaze of everyone, with a polite smile that did not lack in manners, Medici Vladimir elegantly made his way up to the high platform on the inner side.

Watching the other party’s demeanor, Gary felt the chill emanating from his third uncle standing behind him. Just when he was about to retreat, a familiar voice reached his ears.

“Gary, when would that young fellow from the Shaking Light Star Tower make a move?”

He was the only one who could hear the voice, and Gary knew that when his third uncle spoke in that tone, it meant there was no room for negotiation. While he was pondering his next move, a flash of inspiration struck him.

“The antimatter energy source, third uncle, if you offer that, the lad is sure to take action!”

…

Song Chi had a strange feeling that Gary, who had returned to his seat, seemed to be avoiding eye contact. Although he continued to casually chat with Zhou Li, Song Chi couldn’t shake the feeling that something was amiss.

Before he could think any further, several people approached from behind.

“Li, Your Highness the Fifth, you are all here…”

Behind him, with a full smile on his face, Loren Michelle arrived with Feike Vladimir and then took their seats near where Song Chi and his group were sitting.

It was clear to see that their relationship wasn’t very cordial; they merely nodded to each other before falling silent once again.

Not much later, a surprised cheer came from behind, followed by the sound of delicate footsteps, and then Song Chi caught a subtle fragrance that wafted by.

When he turned around, two young women were already standing in front of Gary.

“Fifth uncle, how come you’re here as well? You didn’t wish to come the last two times…”

After a brief exchange, Gary quickly introduced them to Song Chi.

The two Third Rank girls; the more exuberant one was named Elisa Frandy, heir to the current King of the Frandy Kingdom, and Gary’s youngest sister.

By Elisa’s side, the slender one was Christa Michelle, the current legitimate successor of the Michelle Family. The two girls had always had a very good relationship.

After all, these two were of the same generation as Song Chi, with not much difference in their ages.

The three of them exchanged greetings, and the Fire Dragon Banquet, hosted by the Fire Dragon Castle, finally began officially.

During the event, a dance troupe entered and added more celebratory atmosphere to the banquet. After these performances ended, the central part of the banquet, the Fire Dragon Feast, commenced.

During this segment, Song Chi witnessed what true luxury was.

At each seating area, a plethora of elaborate dishes was served, including the likes of dragon liver and phoenix gallbladder, among other exotic delicacies.

Even the fruit served during the banquet were Spirit Fruits that could aid the practice of the Guidance Technique, leading to some Torch Ship Captains making breakthroughs in their Guidance Technique, though this had no effect on Song Chi as his Guidance Technique had already reached the peak of level 39, and the Fourth Rank bottleneck was not so easily broken.

“Ladies and gentlemen, the next dish is the most crucial part of our Michelle Fire Dragon Feast. Please enjoy!”

The head of the Michelle Family spoke loudly from the raised platform inside the grand hall, which immediately stirred up cheers from the guests below.

All the guests knew that what was coming next was the most precious “Blood Dragon Paste.”

It was said that this concoction was made from the refined essence of many High Rank pureblood giant dragons’ flesh and blood and had remarkable effects on enhancing one’s physique.

Song Chi was equally looking forward to it.

If the Blood Dragon Paste’s effects were truly that strong, it might allow his Bloodline Baptism Compatibility to reach above 80 points.

Soon, numerous maids entered the grand hall, each carrying a serving of Blood Dragon Paste. The servings were not large, but the rich aroma they carried was undeniable.

A spoonful of Blood Dragon Paste in the mouth left a lingering fragrance.

Afterward, a massive surge of heat arose from the belly, eventually spreading to every limb and bone.

Song Chi’s eyes narrowed slightly as he could feel his physique rapidly improving.

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