Jade Province did not erupt into great upheaval because the Jade God Sect and the Su Family had been destroyed and the Crimson Nether True Disciple had been killed. Instead, it remained unusually calm.
This left the many Spirit Sects, aristocratic families, and martial artists of Jade Province puzzled. Could it be that the Crimson Nether Sect intended to abide by the so-called Prodigy Competition rules and was not planning to retaliate?
Yet some believed this was a sign that a storm was brewing, and that the Crimson Nether Sect was holding back a devastating move.
At the Zheng Kingdom Imperial Palace, Emperor Zheng summoned important members of the royal family along with several high-ranking ministers.
"Jade Province is probably about to be thrown into turmoil. Our Zheng Kingdom has always remained neutral and never participated in disputes. This time, no matter who it is, none of you are permitted to get involved.
"If we incur the displeasure of an upper sect, we will surely be doomed for all eternity!"
Emperor Zheng issued the warning solemnly.
"The Crimson Nether Sect is about to act?"
one of the ministers asked in surprise.
"It should be about time, shouldn't it?"
Emperor Zheng replied uncertainly.
"Father, that Rogue Cultivator faction in Jade Province..."
the First Prince began cautiously.
"This matter has nothing to do with our Zheng Kingdom. They have not targeted or provoked us, and the upper sect has issued no orders. Everything is unrelated to us.
"Remember, unless the upper sect gives an order or they violate Zheng Kingdom's laws, we are not to interfere, suppress them, or offer them assistance..."
Emperor Zheng spoke in a deep voice.
The Zheng Kingdom held a special position. So long as it kept to its proper role and did not interfere in martial disputes,