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Zhang Sanfeng looked troubled: "Four Dragon Heads, this move is probably..."
"What's wrong with that?"
"Li Qinglu will ultimately be left to the Great Dragon Head."
When Li Canghai of May is mentioned, everyone knows the unspoken meaning – just look at the beauties of the Heavenly Hundred Flowers Ranking gathered in Qinglong Manor.
"Then let's choose someone older, married, and with decent martial arts skills."
Xiaoyaozi added, "He must be warned not to harbor any improper thoughts."
"Do you have any recommendations among the Seven Dragon Heads?"
Zhang Sanfeng had already planned ahead: "The new head of the thirty-second branch altar will be appointed on the second day of the second lunar month."
"This person has already started a family and established a career, and his cultivation has just entered the Land Immortal Realm."
"Give him the Breakthrough Pill to aid him in battle."
Xiaoyaozi decisively replied, "Having just entered the realm of immortals, I fear I am ill-suited for this task."
Xiaoyaozi understood that the key to demanding Li Qinglu and Fang Ritu this time did not lie in the stance of Xixia.
The other three major dynasties would inevitably intervene.
Therefore, the strength of a terrestrial deity is ultimately insufficient.
"Okay, I'll arrange it right away."
Zhang Sanfeng then left to retrieve the Breakthrough Pill from the Pill Pavilion.
......
Inside the World Assembly Hall in Yunzhou, at the No. 1 Building in the World.
"I'm saying, isn't our World Society severely understaffed...?"
The old man in purple couldn't help but complain to his son.
The world is in turmoil, a time when heroes vie for supremacy.
The Heavenly Dao Golden List and the Heavenly Dao Hundred Flowers List have successively announced the strongest individuals and the most beautiful women.
He also bestowed upon them many treasures that could enhance their strength and power.
Despite claiming to be the overlord of Yunzhou, the Tianxia Society has always remained confined to a small corner of the country.
It was as if this dramatic change had nothing to do with them.
Xiong Ba couldn't help but smile bitterly and sigh:
"How dare you say such a thing! As the leader of a gang, how can I leave so easily?"
"None of the other mediocre people in the meeting are capable of handling things independently."
"You would have been the most suitable person to handle this."
"Unfortunately, you are always wary of the Demon Lord Bai Suzhen. What am I supposed to do?"
The true masters of the World Society are Xiong Ba and the father and son, the old man in purple.
Originally, there were also three hall masters: Wind, Cloud, and Frost, as well as the Twelve Fiends of Tianchi.
However, the Twelve Fiends of Tianchi had long been despised by the martial arts world due to the ruined path and were killed by the Sword Saint.
If he were to appear, he would likely face an immediate attack from the martial arts community of Yunzhou.
Moreover, Xiong Ba had the Twelve Fiends of the Heavenly Pool protecting his beloved daughter You Ruo, so why would he send them out?
As for the three hall masters...
Not to mention that their strength has fallen far behind that of this world where immortals and celestial beings are as common as dogs.
Now, only Qin Shuang, the head of the Tian Shuang Hall, remains.
The other two had already been recruited by the Azure Dragon Society.
Currently, Xiong Ba and the purple-robed elder are secluded in the No. 1 Building Under Heaven, healing their injuries while improving their cultivation.
Only Qin Shuang was in charge of the affairs of the World Society outside.
Therefore, it seems that if the purple-robed elder does not take action, the World Society will indeed find it difficult to act.
"It seems we need to recruit some experts."
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The old man in purple pointed eastward.
"In my opinion, there should be quite a few capable individuals among the smaller powers in Japan and the surrounding areas."
"Once you've recovered sufficiently with your Blood Restoration Technique, then try recruiting them."
"Well, that's the only way."
Helpless, Xiong Ba had no choice but to intensify his use of the Blood Rejuvenation Hand to absorb the essence of others.
If things continue like this, the World Alliance will likely be the first to fall in this struggle for supremacy.
Inside the Xuanhua ship in Japan.
"Brother, do you know anything about the Seven Mansions of the Azure Dragon?"
The leaders of Xuanhua knew that their chief was extremely knowledgeable, knowing everything from secrets dating back two thousand years.
"This legend is indeed true..."
The leader fell into deep thought and slowly said:
"Back when I was in the Central Plains, I never saw the Seven Mansions appear in the world."
"We also don't know the extent of its power."
Everyone looked disappointed upon hearing this.
"Should we still fight for these seven constellations?" the Fifth Master asked.
"What use is it to seize it! King Wen of Zhou established a prohibition that only people from the Central Plains could use it."
"Apart from the traitor Lao Qi, who among the entire Xuanhua Company can be considered a person from the Central Plains?"
The second-in-command gritted his teeth at the mention of Bu Yuanting, the very man he had introduced to the gang.
The leader chuckled to himself; everyone else was Japanese, but he was the only one from the Central Plains.
"Never mind, the Seven Mansions of the Azure Dragon are powerful, but no one can gather them all."
"The most pressing matter right now is dealing with the Azure Dragon Society."
The leader knew that the greatest obstacle to the great calamity was the Azure Dragon Society.
Although Xuanhua Company had seven managers, in reality, they all followed the lead of the top manager.
"There is another matter: Ji Yaohua's token must be retrieved."
"The Dragon Head Token can grant the Azure Dragon Society its service once."
"What do you all think if we allow them to destroy the Qin Dynasty?"
This is exactly what the leader is most interested in.
"Your subordinate is willing to go," the second-in-command replied immediately.
The chief nodded in satisfaction.
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The Western Xia Kingdom has been bustling with activity lately.
Princess Yinchuan's inclusion on the list of beauties made this small Western Region kingdom famous throughout the land.
The entire Western Xia nation rejoiced, finally making it onto the list.
But for Li Dewang, the ruler of Western Xia, this was a disaster.
The extravagance of the previous two rulers had already led to the decline of the Western Xia's national strength.
After Li Dewang ascended the throne, he worked tirelessly day and night, sparing no effort, all for the sake of revitalizing the Western Xia Dynasty.
Unfortunately, he had few children, and after many years of trying, he only had one daughter, Li Qinglu.
Members of the royal family were eyeing the throne with covetous intent.
He originally planned to first choose a good husband for Li Qinglu, and then select an heir from the imperial clan to cultivate.
Who knew that the Heavenly Hundred Flowers Ranking not only exposed Li Qinglu, but also forcibly imposed the so-called Azure Dragon Seven Constellations upon her.
The phrase "The Seven Mansions of the Azure Dragon cannot be used by people other than those from the Central Plains" in particular infuriated Li Dewang to the point of almost vomiting blood.
He really wanted to question the Heavenly Hundred Flowers Ranking—what use was Fang Ritu if he was useless to Western Xia? Did he think Western Xia had too long a life?
However, Heaven is merciless. How could the mere ruler of Western Xia have the right to argue with Heaven?
No matter how angry he was, he could only try to deal with this unexpected disaster.
The Azure Dragon's Seven Mansions are so alluring that the three great dynasties would never let them go.
The Yunzhou Tianxia Society, the Dongying Xuanhua Company, and even the terrifying Qinglong Society will likely all get involved.
There is only one Fangri Rabbit; if it is given to someone else, it will offend other forces.
How to make a choice has become a difficult problem.
Just as I was racking my brains for a solution, a eunuch rushed in to report:
"Your Majesty, the Prince of Linzi and the Celestial Master Zhong Kui of the Great Tang Dynasty have arrived outside the palace and request an audience with you."
I am really afraid of what will happen.
The Tang Dynasty was adjacent to the Song Dynasty, while the Western Xia Dynasty was located to the northwest of the Song Dynasty.
It was not surprising that they arrived first.
After much deliberation, Li Dewang could not refuse and had no choice but to give the order:
"Please invite the Prince of Linzi and Master Zhong into the hall for a discussion."
He then ordered his maid to tidy his clothes and hurriedly went to the main hall.
Inside the hall, the King of Linzi and Zhong Kui were already waiting.
Li Dewang quickly stepped forward and respectfully bowed:
"Li Dewang, the young prince, pays his respects to the Prince of Linzi!"
As the ruler of Western Xia, he bowed to the young Prince of Linzi first in his own palace.
"I have long heard of the Prince of Linzi's outstanding demeanor and remarkable talent at a young age, and seeing him today surpasses even the rumors!"
The Prince of Linzi smiled calmly, stepped aside to avoid him, and returned the greeting:
"Your Majesty is too kind. I have come here without permission and have caused you much trouble."
"I've heard that the Prince of Linzi commands the Great Tang Divine Martial Guard and is very busy with official duties. How could he have the leisure to come to such a remote place as Western Xia today?"
Li Dewang knew perfectly well what the Prince of Linzi was up to, but pretended to be clueless.
"I have long heard that the King's daughter is exceptionally beautiful and gentle, and is a perfect match for me."
"By the grace of Her Majesty the Empress of the Great Tang Dynasty, she has betrothed your daughter to me, and I have come today to welcome her."
The Prince of Linzi spoke with a smile, but his words contained a hidden threat, as if the marriage had been arranged by the Empress of the Tang Dynasty and that the Western Xia had no right to refuse.
Li Dewang looked troubled, pondering how to respond.
"Li Longji, Princess Yinchuan is a celestial being. Your forceful manner is surely disrespectful to such a beauty."
A clear voice suddenly came from outside the hall. Hu Hai, the eighteenth prince of Qin, strode in, followed by two Qin protectors and an embarrassed Western Xia servant.
Hu Hai's unauthorized entry into the main hall was disrespectful to Western Xia, but Li Dewang was relieved at this moment—he could mediate between the Qin and Tang dynasties.
"So it's the Eighteenth Prince who has arrived!"
Taking advantage of the opportunity, Li Dewang quickly stepped forward and bowed respectfully.
"It is my fault for failing to greet Your Highness upon your arrival."