Sea island, Golden Jade House.
"Little girl, why did you invite us here?"
"Speak quickly. I still have things to do."
"That's right. The sea market only opens for this short period each year. Delaying means wasting wealth!"
Many Gu Masters gathered inside Golden Jade House, staring at the Blue Scale Maiden, Xia Lin, as they spoke one after another.
They had already grown somewhat impatient from waiting.
Xia Lin looked around and smiled faintly. "Everyone present is a person of standing, so I will keep it short. From today onward, this sea island is my territory, under my control. I warmly welcome anyone who wishes to conduct trade here, but taxes must be paid, and no one may remain on the island for long periods."
"As for who can stay here permanently? Those who join and pledge allegiance to me, becoming my subordinates."
The room instantly fell silent.
Then the Gu Masters erupted in an uproar. Was this a joke?
The several Rank 3 Gu Masters at the lead all wore displeased expressions.
"Little girl, you have quite the nerve."
"The younger generation nowadays, tsk tsk, truly does not know how high the sky is or how deep the earth."
"Do you think that killing one Rank 3 Gu Master means you can now speak without restraint? Don't forget, you are only a Rank 2 Gu Master."
Faced with so many doubts, Xia Lin was uneasy as well. But remembering that this was Master Chu's instruction, she could only force a smile and brace herself. "Everyone, there is no need for concern. You will soon learn what I rely on."
"What is it?" someone immediately asked.
Xia Lin continued smiling. Even though she had said that, she herself did not know what it was.
But at that moment, the