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"Lord Liang wishes to see Ao Qing?"

Long Zongyin set down the scroll in his hand, thoroughly puzzled. "Did he say what it was about?"

"He did not. He merely said that if they could not meet, taking a trip to Dragon Abyss Path would do as well. Perhaps Lord Liang has considerations of his own?"

"Since that is the case..." As it concerned Liang Qu, Long Zongyin did not dwell on the reason. His knuckles tapped against the desk. "I shall write a letter and select a suitable auspicious day. You and E Ying will accompany Lord Liang to Dragon Abyss Path for a visit."

"Having left the Dragon Palace for decades, we have not visited in many years. To call upon them so suddenly... what reason should we use?" Long Binglin asked.

"Simple." Long Zongyin had long prepared his words. "Use the advancement of you, E Ying, and Yan Rui to True Image as the reason, and send an invitation to a Water Banquet. In just a few years, our clan has produced three Grandmasters in succession, all from the younger generation. It was originally a great joyous occasion. If we did not wish to draw the Snake Clan's attention, we ought to have held a grand celebration. If Lord Ao Qing is willing to come, we shall host a small elegant gathering. If not, it will save this old man from running himself ragged."

Long Binglin understood.

Dragonfolk and Dragon Sturgeon alike carried Dragon Lord Blood Essence in their veins. Though they were different species, they were practically half-relatives.

With the Dragon Lord gone and the river having lost its source, they could still experience a "return of light before death." It was indeed worth celebrating.

"With this reason, as for the Divine Turtle King..."

"Invite him