Chapter 176: Nudi Offers a Dance

"Welcome to my humble abode! Please, take the seat of honor!"

Nudi did not stand on ceremony, walking straight to the main seat to sit down.

Zhang Yi and the Wind God Pterosaur took their seats beside her.

The Demon Emperor attentively filled Nudi's cup with fine wine, raised his own, and said, "Your Majesty Nudi, to be able to drink with you today is truly a great honor! Please!"

Nudi raised her cup in return.

Three rounds of wine passed.

The Demon Emperor's gaze remained fixed on Nudi, his eyes full of undisguised admiration.

He asked, seemingly offhandedly, "By the way, did you like those spiritual treasures I sent you yesterday?"

Nudi played with the wine cup in her hand nonchalantly and said lightly, "They were alright."

Hearing this, the Demon Emperor felt a surge of joy and hurriedly pressed, "I wonder what else you might need? Just say the word, and I will certainly do my utmost to satisfy you."

Nudi's eyes flashed, and she asked as if on a whim, "I heard that you have some rare spiritual fruits here, Demon Emperor. I wonder if you could let us have a taste?"

Upon hearing this, the Demon Emperor was overjoyed and quickly said, "Yes! Of course! I shall order someone to fetch them at once!"

He was eager to give Nudi even more things.

Nudi smiled slightly and added, "Oh, and that spiritual spring water, bring some of that as well."

"No problem! Leave it all to me!"

The Demon Emperor agreed readily, fearing that Nudi might change her mind, and immediately summoned his attendants, ordering them to bring the spiritual fruits and spiritual spring water.

Zhang Yi muttered to himself from the side: Don't push your luck too far.

Nudi, however, ignored him completely.

Seeing Nudi agree to every request he made, the Demon Emperor felt even more delighted, and his courage grew a few notches.

Taking advantage of the moment the attendants went to fetch the fruits and water, he brazenly moved to sit beside Nudi, wanting to take the opportunity to get closer.

Who would have thought, the moment he drew near, Nudi stood up abruptly and then moved away without a trace.

This subconscious action was undoubtedly a slap in the Demon Emperor's face.

Sure enough, the smile that had just been plastered on the Demon Emperor's face froze instantly, and the previously warm atmosphere suddenly cooled.

An awkward air permeated the room.

The Demon Emperor sheepishly rubbed his nose, not knowing what to do.

Just then, Nudi gave a light cough, breaking the deadlock.

"Demon Emperor," she said with a charming smile, her eyes sparkling, "to thank you for your generous hospitality, I would like to offer a dance to express my gratitude."

As soon as these words were spoken, the entire room was stunned.

The Demon Emperor was even more frozen on the spot, as if struck by a paralysis spell, only able to smile foolishly.

He never expected that she would take the initiative to offer to dance.

This sudden surprise left him unable to react for a moment, his heart filled with excitement.

Zhang Yi was also bewildered.

He widened his eyes, looking at Nudi in disbelief, his heart full of doubt: When did this girl learn to dance?

How come he never knew?

From childhood to adulthood, Nudi had almost no hobbies other than cultivation, let alone playing instruments, chess, calligraphy, painting, singing, or dancing.

Filled with questions, Zhang Yi looked to the Jubiao mother beside him for help.

"Mom, did you know she could dance?" he asked in a low voice.

Jubiao mother was busy enjoying the delicacies on the table; hearing this, she didn't even lift her head and mumbled, "I don't know.

However, you two both inherited my excellent genes—you are smart, clever, and talented, so it's no surprise if you know a thing or two."

Zhang Yi was almost choked by these words, and a mouthful of old wine nearly sprayed out.

He helplessly held his forehead, thinking to himself: Mom, aren't you being a bit too narcissistic?

What do you mean by inheriting your excellent genes?

The skills we siblings have were clearly gained through our own hard work in cultivation!

Meanwhile, Nudi had already walked gracefully to the center of the banquet hall and began her performance.

Her figure was graceful, and her dance steps were light.

Flapping her bird feathers, she danced confidently in the center of the great hall, even performing a few spins and leaps.

The usually cold-natured Nudi did indeed have a certain charm when she danced.

It fully displayed elegance and nobility.

Everyone watched, mesmerized.

Even Zhang Yi, who had been distracted, was drawn in by this beautiful dance.

He couldn't help but stare in astonishment, thinking, is this really his younger sister?

He had to admit that Nudi's dance was truly stunning, full of charm, and heart-stirring.

The Demon Emperor was even more wide-eyed, his gaze filled with obsession.

He believed that at this moment, only Nudi remained in his eyes.

He was completely conquered by Nudi's dance.

His love for Nudi in his heart unconsciously deepened a few more notches.

As the dance ended, thunderous applause erupted throughout the hall.

While Nudi was dancing, she was also observing the reactions of Zhang Yi and the others.

She saw that guy Zhang Yi whispering to Jubiao mother while watching her dance.

Including the shock on Zhang Yi's face, she took it all in.

Nudi then knew that this kid Zhang Yi finally admitted that she had an advantage over him.

All this time, Zhang Yi had been a head above her in cultivation.

Now, what about dancing? Can you do it?

Nudi felt that she had finally regained something.

Zhang Yi, meanwhile, muttered to himself on the side: "This girl really is hiding her true depth."

He turned his head to look at Mother Jubiao again and discovered that she had also stopped eating.

She was staring fixedly at Nudi, seemingly also captivated by her dance moves.

When the dance ended, Nudi smiled slightly and bowed to the Demon Emperor.

The Demon Emperor hurriedly clapped, his face full of admiration: "Not bad, you are indeed talented in both arts and skills; you have truly opened this Emperor's eyes!"

Nudi smiled indifferently and returned to her seat, as if everything that had just happened was merely something she had done with ease.

The banquet continued.

Zhang Yi watched in a daze, and it was not until Nudi sat down that he came back to his senses and hurriedly leaned in.

He lowered his voice and asked: "When did you learn to dance? I never saw you dance for us before."

Nudi glanced at him with a look that was not quite a smile.

"There is much I know how to do; must I show it all to you?"

She arched her delicate eyebrows, her tone carrying a hint of small triumph.

Zhang Yi was choked up by her and was instantly speechless; he could only roll his eyes and bury his head in continuing to enjoy the delicacies on the table.

The mountain delicacies and sea treasures, the nectar and jade liquids, seemed flavorless at this moment.

He secretly grumbled in his heart: This girl is truly becoming more and more mysterious.

Just at this moment, the Demon Emperor's booming voice broke the tranquility of the banquet.

"Nudi, and this... little brother,"

The Demon Emperor's gaze rested on Zhang Yi for a moment, carrying a hint of inquiry, "I see that your aptitudes are extraordinary; why not stay in my territory? I will arrange the best Lingfu for you and provide the best resources to assist your cultivation."

As soon as the Demon Emperor said this, a burst of whispering immediately arose in the banquet hall.

It was well known that the Demon Emperor's territory had abundant spiritual energy and rich resources; for a cultivator, it was undoubtedly an excellent place for practice.

Being able to gain the Demon Emperor's appreciation and stay in his territory to cultivate was something many people dreamed of.

Zhang Yi also had to admit that these conditions were indeed tempting.

If it were before, he might have agreed without hesitation. But now, he had other plans in his heart.

His purpose for this trip was to head to the Taiyang Shendian to search for the Jinwu, so naturally, he could not stay here for long.

"Many thanks for the Demon Emperor's kindness."