Huo Jiujian came from Star Palace, so his description of the Upper Realm should be trustworthy.
After hearing this, Duan Bowen's expression grew even more solemn. He muttered softly, "Then what should we do?"
"Then we fight," Huo Jiujian said lightly. "Without support from the Upper Realm, are we supposed to just wait to die?"
The fierceness of most Cultivators was etched into their bones.
Even though Dongsheng people believed that Central Province cultivators were not brave enough, in truth, a city lord could still be this responsible.
Huo Jiujian truly had a big heart. After saying that, he stopped dwelling on the topic and looked at Qu Jianlei.
"Ridge Lord Qu, fortunately, I did not disgrace my mission!"
Qu Jianlei's spirits immediately lifted. "You have definite information on the Stone Jar?"
"Yes." City Lord Huo smiled and nodded. "The area currently locked down is West Hill City. Shall we make a trip there?"
West Hill was not close to Great Leaf City. The city lay in the western part of Central Province, with a sizable population and a passable economy.
"This..." Qu Jianlei hesitated before asking, "What reason would we use?"
"The treasure was won at auction by a Star Palace disciple," Huo Jiujian answered without hesitation. "Is it improper for me to search for lost property?"
Not only was he the City Lord of Great Leaf City, he also had a duty to maintain social order.
As for West Hill City not being under Great Leaf City's jurisdiction and this being an overreach? That was not a problem either. City Lord Huo was also from Star Palace.
From his tone, he intended to go himself. It had to be said that some Cultivators who became officials truly retained a bit of Jianghu spirit.
Qu Jianlei pondered briefly before