CHAPTER 279: THE DRESSING THAT MADE EVERYONE JEALOUS

Stepping into the grand hall, the sect master and his wife wore matching dark blue hanfu as they walked gracefully inside.

Looking at them, everyone held their breath, expressions flashing across their faces.

Behind them, the elders wore light blue hanfu, equally as graceful as the sect master and his wife.

Although their robes were slightly different from the traditional style, many did not think too much about it.

However, when Mo Jian stepped into the grand hall, a sharp gasp echoed through the room.

Dressed in a navy blue ceremonial military suit, the coat was tailored perfectly to his body. The fabric lay flat along his chest where rows of ribbons rested.

The shoulders bore sharp, squared epaulettes, with each angle catching the light.

Pinned to the left breast, medals glinted with radiance like stars.

For the trousers, they were perfectly mirrored to the coat, with sharp creases running the length.

The angular cap sat poised on his hair like a crown.

The grand hall held its breath; everyone locked onto the striking dress that was impossible to ignore.

His black, gleaming shoes made soft taps on the tiles, echoing the grandeur.

The aura. The majesty... And the authority radiating from his body made everyone hold their breath. This was unlike anything they had ever seen.

Just when they thought the shock was over, the disciples stepped in with the same poise. Although they could not compare to Mo Jian’s extraordinary presence, the army-green ceremonial suit made them stand out. Their presence was undeniable.

The ladies’ skirts reached their knees, showcasing their lithe legs. Their hair was neatly arranged, allowing the angular cap to rest on their heads.

For the men, their presence was no different from the women’s. They were equally commanding. Until they reached their seats, every eye was fixed on them.

Gulp! Many swallowed the lump in their throats. Compared to them, all the ancient clans and sects looked like trash.

The Essence Veil Sect disciples were stunned. They were renowned for their unrivaled beauty. As an all-female sect, they garnered attention wherever they went. With veils covering their faces, their beauty was considered sacred to many.

However, the Dust Valley Sect had just shattered everything. The dressing, the confidence, and the aura were incomparable.

Even their sect master could not help but look at them again.

The ancient Liu clan master had his jaw dropped. He thought he had seen through everything about the Dust Valley Sect, but he was proven wrong once more.

With this attire alone, they were bound to raise another storm in the capital—not just the capital, but the entire continent.

Seated among the ancient Qiu clan, Qiu Yan stared at Mo Jian with her jaw dropped.

"So beautiful," she exhaled in her mind.

Since they had been betrothed to each other, they had not had the chance to speak.

One could say she was too shy and nervous to face him. But now...

She bit the edge of her lip and gripped the hem of her robe tightly.

Her father watched her actions from the corner of his eyes and chuckled.

"Silly girl..."

Averting his gaze, he looked at their clan leader, and they exchanged a knowing glance.

Without hesitation, the two rose to their feet and walked toward the Dust Valley Sect.

Watching their actions, many were stunned but also realized the rumors were true. Like old time friends, the two sides talked with bright smiles as if they had known each other before today.

Watching all this, Qiu Yan felt the sharp glare of her father and rose to her feet. She approached Mo Jian with a shy expression.

"You look great!" she muttered, stopping a couple of feet from him.

"I’ll take that as you liking the dressing," Mo Jian chuckled.

She did not respond but rolled her eyes. "I didn’t know you were this shameless."

Mo Jian was puzzled. Why was he labeled shameless? However, he did not dwell on it and asked, "Do you want one?"

Now that she had become his fiancée, he couldn’t treat her like one of his workers anymore.

A bright smile crept onto her face. "Really? Can I have one?"

"Of course. Why not?"

"Thank you."

She was genuinely entranced by the women’s attire. Everything about it caught her eye. Even those who were ordinary looked extraordinary in it.

Just then, a booming voice came from outside.

"Let’s welcome the ancient Yun clan and the Lotus Sword Sect."

Creak! The massive door was pushed open, and the two forces entered majestically.

The ancient Yun clan wore pure white robes while the Lotus Sword Sect wore blue and black robes.

Watching the two most powerful forces on the continent, many maintained the same stoic expressions. Their presence was exactly what everyone expected.

Quickly, many averted their gaze and turned to look in the direction of the Dust Valley Sect, especially the younger generation.

The subtle shift in everyone’s attention was noticed by the two leaders, but their calm expressions did not change.

However, when their eyes locked on the Dust Valley Sect, they were equally stunned.

"Why do I feel we’re not the main character of today’s banquet?" the Yun clan master wondered.

The strange attire was too captivating to ignore.

Behind him, the proud sons and daughters of the two forces could not avert their gaze immediately upon seeing such stunning dress.

This... The disciples exchanged glances before they walked to their seats. With their arrival, the banquet could finally begin.

Rising to his feet, the Yun clan master offered an amicable smile and began. "It’s with great pleasure to see the success of this year’s summit."

"I hope our continent will remain peaceful, and I also hope we will see more of the Dust Valley Sect."

Listening to his speech, everyone was stunned. What did he mean?

All the leaders were astonished and confused. Slowly, their gaze shifted to the Dust Valley Sect.

Those who harbored deep-seated jealousy could not hold back their teeth-baring expressions. They glared at them, ready to tear them to pieces.

Even though the atmosphere had shifted slightly, the Yun clan master continued.

"Let the banquet begin."

Everyone knew this banquet would be far from peaceful from the moment of that statement.