“Just a few days ago!” Violet continued.
“My father originally planned to go to Ozin to talk to you in person about this matter in a few days. Later, after hearing about this competition, knowing that you would definitely participate, he didn’t specifically go to Ozin.”
“When the people from the Stuart family went to find your father, did they mention any specific matters?” Billy continued to ask.
“No!” Violet shook her head. “They should just want to verify your true identity.”
“Okay!” Billy nodded. “Violet, ask your father to be more vigilant in the recent period. If there’s any situation, call me anytime!”
“Sure!” Violet nodded in response.
Then, she looked at Night Orchid. “Orchid, hello!”
“Violet, haven’t seen you in a few days, and you’ve become even more beautiful!” Night Orchid smiled in response.
Although Billy hadn’t been concerned about the matters of the Frazier clan for a long time, Night Orchid would visit their estate every now and then. She knew about the special relationship between Billy and the Frazier clan, so she would always pay attention to their situation.
“Orchid, don’t tease me. Compared to you, I’m just an ugly duckling.” Violet smiled in response.
“Young lady, do you still remember me?” At this moment, Stout looked at Violet and grinned.
“Fatty, you’re my lifesaver. How could I not remember you?” Violet smiled back.
“Billy, who is this?” Ivy, with a hint of curiosity, looked towards Billy and asked.
“Ivy, she is boss’s cousin!” Without waiting for Billy’s response, Stout loudly interjected. His tone seemed as if he were worried that Ivy might misunderstand something.
“So, you’re Miss Chandler, right?” Violet, upon hearing Stout’s words, was slightly taken aback.
Then, she bowed to Ivy.
“Hello, Miss Chandler. I’m Violet Frazier, and my father is Josh Frazier. I appreciate your help to my father!”
Initially, Josh Frazier had been imprisoned by his own family, severely injured, and his Dantian damaged, losing all his cultivation. Although Billy had healed his injuries at the time, due to limited conditions, he couldn’t restore Josh’s Dantian. Therefore, Stout brought him back to the Secret Essences Sect. Upon arrival, Ivy, upon learning that he was Billy’s family, didn’t allow others to intervene. She personally took charge of the entire healing process. In the end, not only did she repair Josh Frazier’s Dantian, but she also elevated his cultivation several levels higher than before the injury. Ivy had truly shown great kindness to him through this reconstruction. Therefore, Violet felt it was only right to express her gratitude to Ivy.
“You are Uncle Josh’s daughter?” Ivy also figured it out.
“Exactly!” Violet nodded and couldn’t help but exclaim, “Miss Chandler, you look very beautiful!”
“You too, Violet!” Ivy replied with a smile.
“You look really, really beautiful, the most beautiful woman I’ve ever seen. You and Billy are simply a perfect match!” Violet blurted out.
A round of coughing erupted around them. Casey and the others simultaneously turned their heads away, pretending not to have heard.
“Miss, you have excellent taste. Thumbs up to you!” Stout chimed in, patting his mouth.
Upon hearing his words, Casey and the others all gave him a glance, speechless.
Stout, in his lifetime, probably harbored the biggest wish to matchmake his sister with Billy.
Night Orchid couldn’t help but laugh out loud.
“Stout, you better keep quiet, or the back of your head will suffer again.”
“Um, about the competition, why hasn’t it started yet? No idea what’s going on. It’s dragging on, wasting everyone’s time. I’ll go check on it!” Stout subconsciously glanced at Ivy and quickly ran out the door.
“Hahaha…” Casey and the others laughed in unison.
“Boss, is Violet really your cousin?” At this point, Bob looked at Billy and asked, a glint of excitement in his eyes.
“What’s up, Bob? Got any ideas?” Azure Dragon asked with a smile.
“Billy, I think Bob and Violet make quite a pair!” Ivy also smiled.
“Miss Chandler, you’re teasing me.” Violet blushed. Then, looking at Billy, she said, “Billy, the competition is about to start. Let’s talk later…”
While speaking, she involuntarily glanced at Bob, her face turning red, and hurriedly left.
Watching Violet’s shy demeanor, Night Orchid laughed.
“Bob, there’s a chance for this. You better seize it!” Frostblade jokingly commented.
“I promise to complete the mission!” Bob scratched his head, genuinely moved.
Frostblade chuckled, “You better ask boss for his opinion first!”
“Don’t worry, he will support me!” Bob then looked at Billy, “Right, boss?”
“For this Dragon and Phoenix Ranking selection, if you can make it to the top ten, I’ll personally go to propose for you.” Billy smiled faintly.
“Really?” Bob’s eyes lit up. “It’s a deal!”
“Hahaha…” Everyone laughed again.
At the same time, people in the two VIP seats began to take their seats. A group of them was led by Urban Woolery. In the other area, the person in charge was an old man with white hair and a white beard. His actual age was indiscernible, with a youthful appearance and a vigorous spirit. Sitting on his left and right were four elders, all with white hair, sharp eyes, and expressionless faces. In addition to these five people, there were about ten men and women with formidable auras, clearly extraordinary individuals.
The time came to half-past nine in the morning.
Otis Hum stood up and walked towards the central lift platform.
“Dear martial arts friends, please be quiet!” When the lift platform rose to about twenty meters in height, Otis began to speak. With a powerful presence, he didn’t use a microphone. As soon as he spoke, he dominated the entire venue, and his voice reached everyone’s ears, quieting the noisy crowd instantly.
“Who is he? His aura is so strong!”
“Yeah, looking at his momentum, he’s probably an expert in the Sovereign Realm!”
“You guys are so ignorant, you don’t even recognize Lord Hum from Central Sky Office!”
“What? He’s Lord Hum? He personally came to preside over the Dragon and Phoenix Ranking event? That’s so unexpected!”
“…”
Seeing Otis Hum, many people began to discuss in low voices.
“There should still be many martial artists who don’t know me here, right?” Otis swept a glance around and smiled faintly. “I am Otis Hum, serving in Central Sky Office in the capital!”
The venue erupted in enthusiastic applause.
“Firstly, welcome all martial arts friends to the Dragon and Phoenix Ranking event!” Otis continued after pressing down his hands around. “It has been a hundred years since the last Dragon and Phoenix Ranking event. In these hundred years, Glavale has produced numerous talents and outstanding individuals, a clear manifestation of the heavens’ favor towards our country!”
“In this context, Glavale has revived the Dragon and Phoenix Ranking, not only in accordance with the will of the heavens but also to provide a platform for all the outstanding talents to showcase their skills!”
“The capital has attached great importance to this Dragon and Phoenix Ranking event, with high expectations!”
“For this reason, Prime Minister has personally come to cheer on all the outstanding talents!” As he spoke, he turned his head and bowed slightly towards the VIP area.