Tianyan Star Domain.
This was a relatively large and extremely prosperous star domain.
Yinxia Star was the main star of the Tianyan Star Domain.
It was a very beautiful life-bearing star; from afar, the entire planet displayed an enchanting twilight color.
On this day, Yinxia Star was particularly lively.
One starship after another continuously traversed the void, landing one by one on Yinxia Star.
The local beings inhabiting Yinxia Star were also quite excited, for today was a very significant day for their star.
Because today, a gathering of young geniuses would be held here.
In the Tianluo Star Sea, such gatherings for young geniuses were held roughly every five or six years.
This gathering was hosted in rotation by some of the more powerful forces within the Tianluo Star Sea. Its main purpose was to foster exchange among the young geniuses of the various clans and sects and to showcase the splendor of the younger generation.
Of course, only the truly outstanding young geniuses from the various clans and sects would be invited to attend.
Ordinary, less-talented youths wouldn't be able to squeeze in even if they wanted to.
Therefore, being able to attend this gathering was considered a great honor for young people across the entire star sea.
The host of this year's gathering was the Pang Clan!
As was well known, Yinxia Star was one of the Pang Clan's most important branch strongholds, a major base the clan had spent significant effort meticulously building up over many years.
Thus, the Pang Clan specifically chose Yinxia Star as the venue for this genius gathering. Firstly, to make Yinxia Star more famous, and secondly, since it was the Pang Clan's own territory, they could easily control everything without any slip-ups.
On Yinxia Star, within a range of undulating, magnificent mountain ridges where mist drifted and radiant light shimmered, auspicious birds and auspicious beasts made their appearances.
On top of a tall peak with dense Spiritual Qi and wreathed in white clouds stood a palace.
Inside the palace:
"Seventh Uncle Pang Di, have you finally found Miao Ziqiong's lover and the bastard child she bore?"
A young man with delicate features and somewhat thin lips spoke up.
"Found.
I have already brought back that lover. He's on Yinxia Star now.
Pang Jian is temporarily staying behind in that remote star domain, leading a team to continue capturing that bastard.
By now, he should have already caught him.
I estimate Pang Jian will return very soon.
The only question is whether he can make it back to Yinxia Star in time. He mentioned to me before that he really wanted to come back to see this gathering of young geniuses and witness the new rising young geniuses that have appeared in our star sea these past few years."
A tall, thin grey-robed elder nodded and said.
This grey-robed elder was Pang Di!
"Being able to capture that adulterous lover and his bastard will settle a matter close to the Second Young Master's heart.
Hmph! That loose woman Miao Ziqiong brought such great humiliation upon our Pang Clan with her disgraceful conduct. We absolutely cannot let her off easily!"
Another young man with a straight posture, high brow, and a face full of arrogance snorted coldly.
Inside the palace were over ten other young men, all of them young geniuses of the Pang Clan.
"Of course.
Rest assured, the Second Young Master dispatched us this time to capture Miao Ziqiong's lover and his bastard child precisely to bring them before Miao Ziqiong, to torture and humiliate them thoroughly. To show her who the truly powerful one is, and who was her best choice.
Given the Second Young Master's temperament, he definitely won't let this matter rest.
The fate awaiting Miao Ziqiong, that adulterer, and that bastard will be a fate worse than death!"
Pang Di said with a cold laugh.
"Now, the young geniuses from all sides are almost all here. This gathering can begin.
Our Pang Clan is the host of this gathering. You are all outstanding juniors of our clan. Remember to put on a good show at this gathering and bring honor to the Pang Clan."
At that moment, a red-robed elder strode quickly into the palace, speaking in a clear voice to the youths.
"Fourth Uncle Pang, rest assured. We will definitely not bring disgrace to the Pang Clan," a young man said with full confidence.
"Cousin Xingfan has also come for this gathering.
Fourth Uncle Pang, don't worry. Our Pang Clan's younger generation will definitely be the most dazzling protagonists of this gathering!"
Another young man said.
"Really? Xingfan is here too!
That's excellent!
Xingfan is not only one of the most outstanding juniors in our Pang Clan, but has also carved out a considerable reputation within the entire Tianluo Star Sea.
With Xingfan participating in this gathering, the juniors of our Pang Clan will surely shine exceptionally bright!"
Pang Di said with pleasant surprise.
"Haha, of course our Pang Clan's younger generation isn't lacking. However, we still shouldn't underestimate the young geniuses from other forces.
I've heard that many true geniuses and prodigies from various clans and sects have come for this gathering.
Alright, everyone, let's head out.
The gathering is about to begin."
The red-robed elder said.
"Yes."
Everyone in the palace nodded. They all raised their steps and walked out of the palace.
"Have you arranged for someone to keep that adulterer securely guarded?
Make sure there are no slip-ups whatsoever.
You must understand, we searched for many years before finally locating this man.
Before we set off, the Second Young Master personally gave a stern order: if we fail to bring that man back, we are to take our own heads to see him.
Therefore, there must not be the slightest mishap. Otherwise, if the Second Young Master takes offense, even my life will be in danger."
Pang Di suddenly asked the red-robed elder.
"Don't worry. I personally escorted that adulterer into a death cell, heavily confined and with a heavy guard posted.
This place is a crucial stronghold of our Pang Clan, and that man's strength is weaker than an ant. There absolutely won't be any mishaps.
Just rest here for a few days in peace before returning to headquarters."
The red-robed elder said with a smile.
"Good."
Pang Di said.
Not long after, the gathering of young geniuses hosted by the Pang Clan officially began.
The gathering venue was set on a mountain clearing carpeted with lush green grass and shrouded in mist-like Spiritual Qi.
Surrounding the clearing were one beautiful peak after another, picturesque and graceful, like layers of green screens.
A jade-green lake lay to one side, its placid waters mirroring the sky, the white clouds, and the surrounding mountains.
On this clearing, young geniuses gathered. Each was brilliant and outstanding, heads high and corners sharp.
Those who could attend this gathering were all renowned young talents of the Tianluo Star Sea. They held wine cups in hand, brimming with high spirits, commenting and discussing as if surveying the world.
There was also an elegant, transcendental woman, pure as a fairy descended to the mortal realm, playing a zither. Its clear, melodious notes echoed the gurgling spring flowing down from a nearby mountain, blending into a kind of indescribable harmony and elegance.
This woman's slender fingers plucked the strings lightly, her movements graceful like a fairy dancing under moonlight, attracting the attention of countless young men.
"Su Yue Xianzi's zither skills grow more exquisite and masterful by the day. Look, the fish in the lake are gathering, pausing quietly to listen.
As the ancients said, when skill approaches perfection, it touches upon the Great Dao itself. It truly is so!"
A tall, slender young man in white robes, with a face as beautiful as jade, stood not far away listening to the music, holding a cup of crimson spirit wine and offering generous praise.
"Haha, to garner the special regard of Senior Brother Pang Xingfan, only Su Yue Xianzi has earned such an honor," a young man in yellow robes beside him said with a hearty laugh.
"Senior Brother Pang Xingfan, you've been in closed-door cultivation these past years. It hasn't been easy for us to see you. I must properly offer you a toast."
Many young people nearby began gathering around this Pang Xingfan, orbiting him like stars around the moon.
At that moment, a starship quietly descended onto Yinxia Star.
Inside the starship.
"Are you two certain Pang Di is on this planet?"
Ye Yunfei asked the two Pang Clan elders.
"Pang Di is definitely on this planet.
Because today, on Yinxia Star, a gathering of young geniuses of the Tianluo Star Sea is being held, and the host is our Pang Clan.
Pang Di wouldn't miss such a grand event.
Right now, he must be at that gathering."
One of the Pang Clan elders said.
"What experts from your Pang Clan are on this Yinxia Star? What is the strongest cultivation level present?"
Ye Yunfei asked.