Kiana Sweating Profusely (Continued)

She wasn't afraid of a direct confrontation.

But those bizarre methods were truly impossible to defend against. Even if the entire fleet were destroyed, it might not be enough to defeat the opponent. And she was still thinking about the Jianmu in the Xianzhou Luofu. Starting a war now would definitely be a losing proposition.

'At least they can't be from the Xianzhou; the Xianzhou people aren't that sinister! Since they're not from the Xianzhou, they must have designs on it... Perhaps, there's an opportunity for cooperation?'

Phantylia had a clear idea of what to do and didn't dwell on the fact that she had almost fallen into their trap. That only proved that the other party was skilled and had the right to sit down and talk.

Phantylia wanted to probe the other party's intentions in order to achieve cooperation, so he decided to first demonstrate his sincerity:

"I am Phantylia, one of the seven rulers under the Star God of Destruction. May I ask who you are?"

"So you are the renowned Great Extinguisher. I was truly blind to your greatness. My apologies. I am a timid and cowardly person and rarely engage in interstellar activities, so you may not recognize me. Just call me... Amon."

×N.

"Lord Amon, there's no need for modesty. I've already witnessed your methods. But I wonder, what are your intentions regarding the Xianzhou Luofu on this merchant ship that's about to depart for it?"

"Ha! You can't say that lightly. That's territory protected by the [The Hunt]. Although I don't live as long as the people of the Xianzhou, I've still enjoyed several hundred years of peaceful life. Please forgive me. It's truly fortunate to be traveling with you. Have a pleasant journey!"

×N.

Voices came from all directions, accompanied by humble smiles.

Then, as if time had resumed its flow, the stagnant pedestrians and birds continued on their way, as if nothing had happened.

Many monocles on the faces of people and machines suddenly disappeared.

Even Di Ting, nestled in Phantylia's arms, no longer had its original exquisite monocle.

'Has it left? It came and went without a trace, not even a hint of it—that's terrifying. But since it didn't clash with me, it means there must indeed be an opportunity for cooperation. Anyway, there's still time; after a few more encounters, I'll know what it's up to!'

Phantylia narrowed his eyes, then smiled and put down Diting, continuing his leisurely journey as if nothing had happened.

Only she knew that with this mysterious travel companion, she would likely have to be on tenterhooks the rest of the trip, and it would be difficult to have any good mood.

The Xianzhou Luofu.

The helmsman, the Divination Department, and the three leaders of the General of the Divine Might held a secret meeting.

"As usual, I used the Jade Sign to inquire about Tingyun's situation, and she replied that the voyage was going smoothly and that she had prepared a special surprise for me... It sounded so real."

"So, Phantylia's purpose in attacking Tingyun was actually to use Tingyun's identity to enter the Xianzhou and carry out some kind of conspiracy?"

"Your Fu Qing!"

Jing Yuan clapped his hands and cheered with a smile.

He was used to Yukong, so he didn't say anything.

Fu Xuan was used to it, but the more used he became, the more annoyed he felt. He said with a stern face:

"General, this is a personal attack by a Grand Lord under the command of the Ancestor of Annihilation, no less significant than most of the previous Xianzhou battles. At this critical moment, please display the demeanor befitting General of the Divine Might!"

"Even if you say so Fu Qing, I am just a martial artist who is not good at fighting and is old and frail. When it comes to calculation and strategy, no one can compare to Fu Qing's Mystic Eye. At this moment, we still have to rely on Fu Qing's wisdom!"

"Then when will you step down and give way to me?"

"Ahem! Maybe next time, definitely next time!"

Yukong rolled his eyes almost imperceptibly.

In the eyes of these high-ranking members of the Xianzhou, there are two proverbs that everyone knows: "The heart of the Divination Department Fu Xuan is known to all." and "General Jing Yuan fishes, and those who are willing will take the bait."

These two are just like that. One of them keeps clamoring for the general to step down and give way to a more worthy person, while the other keeps using the general's position to string Fu Xuan along.

However, it seems there is little doubt that Fu Xuan will take over the position of general.

Their martial prowess, intelligence, and abilities are all top-notch in Luofu, and they have made outstanding contributions over the years since taking over the Divination Department. To put it simply, on the Luofu Xianzhou, General Jing Yuan has been missing for a month, yet everything remains the same; but when Divination Department Fu Xuan disappeared for an hour, the world descended into chaos.

If a prince like this cannot inherit the position of general, then no one else can take it.

Fu Xuan retorted to Jing Yuan a few times, but seeing that he shamelessly accepted it, he could only roll his eyes and then continue his analysis:

"There are only two possibilities for the Great Extinguisher to personally take action."

"I would like to hear the details."

"Firstly, they are following the doctrine of the Ancestor of Annihilation and intend to spread the seeds of destruction onto my Xianzhou; secondly, they have their eyes on a certain treasure of my Xianzhou —for a lord of Emanator, if there is such a treasure, I would first recommend the Jianmu."

Fu Xuan pointed to the enormous, withered tree outside the window that stretched to the sky.

Jing Yuan and Yukong nodded in agreement, finding no problem with it.

Fu Xuan continued his analysis:

"But whatever her purpose, Phantylia is well aware that confronting our Xianzhou head-on is a dead end! So she seized Tingyun's identity, wanting to sneak into the Xianzhou unnoticed... Therefore, there must be a follow-up plan to keep us busy and confused, and then achieve her goal amidst the chaos."

"Does Fu Qing mean that she has an inside man?"

"There's no need to dwell on this issue. The obvious fact is that, regardless of her motives, triggering internal threats within Luofu is an inevitable action. And right now, I don't need to elaborate on the biggest hidden danger within Luofu, do I?"

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