Artifact Refining Sect, Primordial Chaos Realm, Mo Garden Main Hall.
Mo Lin was leisurely sipping fragrant tea as he listened to Ya Fei report on recent intelligence from across the Central Continent and the state of the sect's industries. Yun Yun, Cai Lin, Xiao Yi Xian, Qing Lin, and the other women were nearby as well, either sitting quietly in cultivation or teasing Little Lingxi, who was still learning to walk. The atmosphere was peaceful and harmonious.
"...News has come from the northwestern branch. The remaining forces of the Lion Nether Sect have basically been purged, and the Battle Axe Alliance has taken control of the situation. Also, over in Saint Pill City, it seems Dan Chen and Cao Ying have publicly revealed their relationships with the Sect Master, causing quite a stir within the Pill Tower. However, with the three giants keeping things under control, no one dares to make irresponsible remarks..."
Ya Fei delivered her report in an orderly manner. At the end, her seductive eyes flicked toward Mo Lin, carrying a hint of teasing amusement.
Mo Lin merely smiled faintly and paid it no mind. After his last "frank" exchange with the three giants, they had likely accepted reality. The Pill Tower and the Artifact Refining Sect were now closely tied, sharing resources. It was a good thing for him.
Just then, a streak of light shot rapidly in from outside the hall, transforming into a steward dressed in the uniform of an Artifact Refining Sect core disciple. He dropped to one knee and respectfully presented a jade slip emitting subtle fluctuations, his tone carrying a trace of excitement.
"Reporting to the Sect Master! Urgent intelligence! From the Vast Desolate Ancient Region at the border between the continent's northwestern region and the Central Continent! Confirmed news has