Chapter 480: Chapter 307: Exotic Scents Compete, Common Incense Fades, the Lady Enters the Hall—Only Inches Away!

Gu Nianjun saw that Li Xiaofan was unaware of the intricacies involved, wishing for Li Xiaofan to get to know such young heroes better, she said: "Xiaofan, this hero... If I am not mistaken, he belongs to the ’Thunder Sect.’ Just now, he first swallowed the white mist, then expelled a tiger and leopard. It is the technique ’Tiger within the Chest’ from the ’Tiger and Leopard True Scripture’."

Zhou Shijie stepped forward and said: "Brother! What a skill! It truly opens my eyes! May I know your name?"

The man replied heartily: "I am Yang Xiangtian." Zhou Shijie said: "Brother Yang, please come over here. I feel a kinship with you and would like to chat."

Wang Dezhong laughed and said: "Indeed, Brother Yang is from the Thunder Sect, which seems quite close to our Mountain Sword Sect."

Yang Xiangtian laughed aloud, replying heartily: "I would love to!" He observed Wang Dezhong’s "Iron Heart Swordsmanship," which allowed iron to ignite with flames reaching the sky. Feeling his "igniting" skill was far inferior, he devised a plan to borrow fire and create an exceptional phenomenon of "Tiger and Leopard Incense" using martial arts.

It was to play to his strengths and avoid weaknesses. Gu Nianjun, being meticulous, noticed this thought process and admired it. Playing to one’s strengths is not shameful; knowing both strengths and weaknesses is indeed commendable.

Suddenly, exclamations arose from the crowd, followed by a bright shout: "Great! With such liveliness here, how can I not join?" A charming maiden stepped lightly on people’s heads, flying gracefully to the center.

The commoners only felt a slight itch on their heads, followed by a wind of fragrance without knowing what happened.

This woman had long hair tied into braids, a beautiful face, peach blossom-like eyes, slightly rosy cheeks, a dignified nose, and slightly thin lips. Wearing red clothing and black boots, she looked spirited and charming. As soon as she appeared, she attracted the attention of many young heroes, stirring their hearts.

Zhou Shijie smiled and said: "Welcome, heroine."

The woman raised her brows charmingly, saying: "Naturally." She placed a box containing the unique incense on the ground. Then, she leapt high with a graceful posture, drawing exclamations from the crowd. Though young and fond of showing off, her Lightweight Skill indeed surpassed many.

She jumped ten feet high... Such "ascend" ability is indeed formidable. She shot several threads of silver silk, anchoring them on the special box. Pulling them, the box opened, revealing the "Eternal Peace Incense."

Gu Nianjun, Zhou Shijie, and Li Xiaofan all smiled knowingly as the "Eternal Peace Incense," driven by the momentum, was precisely inserted into the censer. The red-clad woman floated gracefully, landing with her toes on the incense head, lighting it through her boots, using some unknown technique. She then flipped backward elegantly, tracing a circular arc with white smoke from her toes, landing steadily back in her original spot.

The crowd laughed, sensing that the woman was obviously showcasing her skills, but her Lightweight Skill indeed surpassed others, and her charming looks ensured no one was annoyed.

The red-clad woman said: "Excuse my poor skills," bowing to the crowd, looking proud. Gu Nianjun smiled and said: "What a move, Dragon Ascend and Phoenix Leap Step!"

The red-clad woman was pleased and said: "You know this move, elder sister?" Gu Nianjun replied: "You must be from the Lake Mountain Sword Sect!"

The red-clad woman laughed and said: "That’s right. I am Mu Hongchou."

Wang Dezhong laughed: "Miss Mu, I am Wang Dezhong from the Mountain Sword Sect, we seem to have some connection!" Mu Hongchou was pleased upon seeing the notable figures such as Wang Dezhong, Zhou Shijie, Gu Nianjun, Yang Wentian, and Li Xiaofan, and hurriedly approached to make acquaintances and converse.

This place has become the center of attention.

At this moment, dragon and phoenix cries resonated simultaneously. The unique Eternal Peace Incense emitted phenomenal visuals when burning, with dense white smoke transforming into dragons and phoenixes spiraling up.

With the setting sun shining, it seemed adorned with golden scales and red feathers. Lifelike, the vision lingered for a long time, swirling around the Flying Dragon Temple. The onlookers exclaimed, as if witnessing a miracle; some were stunned, while others knelt down in reverence...

Mu Hongchou was even more delighted upon seeing this scene, and clapped joyfully. Three unique incenses were inserted in the copper tripod, namely the Eight-Nine Mystical Foot Incense, Jade Impure Incense, and Eternal Peace Incense... The vision provoked by the Eternal Peace Incense indeed stood out the most.

The gathered talents noticed the beauty and amiability of Gu Nianjun and Mu Hongchou, who were chatting merrily with the surrounding talents, eager to demonstrate their skills and make friends, feeling their visit worthwhile.

People continued to come to light and insert incense... There were charming women and handsome youths among them. Each tried their best to draw applause and grab attention. Whenever they displayed excellent skills, Gu Nianjun, Zhou Shijie, Wang Dezhong... would always greet them courteously and engage in friendly discussion.

If someone was particularly admired, they would eagerly invite them for conversation. In this manner, the talents gathered around, forming friendships, with learned individuals engaging in conversations, and none being ordinary.

Li Xian hid among the crowd, choosing not to reveal himself, observing the lively scenes, and noting Gu Nianjun’s propriety and elegant demeanor while conversing with people, thinking: "So this woman is not innately arrogant, she merely looks down on me. When encountering fellow young aristocrats, she can indeed converse gracefully and form friendships."

Many young talents dressed lavishly, burning unique incense, revealing their exceptional qualities, and truly resembling divine beings interacting, as if accidentally entering the Celestial Palace. Li Xiaofan remained silent and reserved, with Gu Nianjun caring for him, introducing every notable hero who arrived to him.

However, Li Xiaofan’s interest in conversation was low, only maintaining proper etiquette. The visiting talents mostly came for Gu Nianjun and Zhou Shijie. Although Li Xiaofan appeared fair and clean, his attire was ordinary, causing him to be gradually overlooked.