The fall of a Demon King—whether in terms of the being itself or its social impact—ran profoundly deep. It was by no means something that could be smoothed over in a day or two, or even a month or two. Fortunately, the Sea Market Master had replaced one with another, leaving no major changes overall; the upheaval was mostly internal.
The only matter outside that required proper handling was the Whale Emperor, who loved wandering the world.
The two kings of the sea merchants' races paid tribute every year, never missing a single time.
Even though the Whale Emperor had never demanded tribute from them, nor shown any concern for the sea merchants.
Yet the principles of all things were alike.
I may choose not to accept it, but you cannot choose not to offer it.
You need not win his favor, but you must never incur his displeasure.
Within the Whale Emperor's sphere of influence, Demon Kings ought to possess the awareness to declare themselves subjects. During the Bing Fire Day period, the Sea Market Master traveled a thousand li to visit the Whale Emperor and presented last year's share of profits as tribute. Only then did everything settle into place.
And so.
The Octopus King, over nine hundred years old, had completely become a thing of the past. Upon the historical stage of the Octopus Clan, their new queen had arrived—the Sea Market Master!
Having fully taken command of the Octopus Clan and thus gained control of the Treasure Vault, the Sea Market Master immediately fulfilled her promise.
Great Medicines and Creation Great Medicines!
The sea merchants' permanent residence and payment of silver taxes were all subsidiary conditions for the imperial court to act. The Luan Phoenix Reversal Pill itself was enormously valuable, and because the Sea Market