Jiang Liu and Gongsun Haoyue sat cross-legged together, practicing their internal energy for almost half an hour.
Jiang Liu still couldn't sense any unusual activity from the Source of the Netherworld, so Jiang Liu left with Gongsun Haoyue with peace of mind.
After emerging from the seabed, Jiang Liu spread his Divine Sense outwards, covering the surrounding area, trying to detect any changes. He then discovered that there wasn't a single sea beast in the vicinity.
Moreover, Jiang Liu also sensed that the seawater temperature here was much lower than before.
Jiang Liu thought to himself that it was probably because he had been around the Source of the Netherworld that his senses were dulled. He hadn't even noticed that the temperature here was so much lower.
Jiang Liu looked around and found that apart from the slightly lower temperature, nothing else had changed.
Immediately, he leaped into the air and flew towards the Sea Turtle's back.
Gongsun Haoyue, who was on the other side, had already gone ahead of Jiang Liu and returned to the back of the Sea Turtle, where she was sitting cross-legged to rest.
Upon reaching the back of the Sea Turtle, Jiang Liu also sat cross-legged, circulating his energy to recover from the earlier exertion.
Next, we'll head to the headquarters of the Assassin Alliance to gather information.
In Jiang Liu's hands was a nautical chart provided by sailors from the East Wo Country who were familiar with that sea area.
The Assassin Alliance was very famous in that sea area, and many sailors from the East Wo Country knew about it.
Jiang Liu then gave the Sea Turtle the order to head towards that area of the sea.
At the same time, Jiang Liu began to carefully explore his own Divine Sea once again.
He always felt that there must have been some reason why the thread had disappeared so inexplicably.
In Qian Province, Qian Prefecture, the imperial city, at the Hall of Governmental Affairs, Murong Yin and a group of Hall of Governmental Affairs were discussing recent major events.
Although everyone present was much stronger and older than Murong Yin was the leader in the Hall of Hall of Governmental Affairs.
This is because at the beginning, everyone present allowed Murong Yin to take charge of the entire Hall of Governmental Affairs out of respect for Jiang Liu.
However, after spending so much time together, everyone present was completely convinced of Murong Yin's methods and style of handling affairs.
Therefore, the entire Hall of Governmental Affairs is currently being managed and operated by Murong Yin.
"Is there anything else that needs to be taken care of? If not, everyone can leave now!" Murong Yin asked, looking at everyone present.
"Madam, the Ministry of Surveillance has reported that recently, many martial artists of unknown origin have appeared across the country, posing a great threat to local security," Qin Bailian, who is in charge of the Ministry of Surveillance, said.
In addition to the heads of each of the five departments under the Hall of Governmental Affairs, the seven people in the Hall of Governmental Affairs each have their own department to be responsible for on a regular basis.
Nangong Yun is in charge of the Ministry of Civil Affairs, Yun Kong and Yun Yue are in charge of the Martial Division, Yuchi Yue is in charge of the Ministry of Justice, Qin Bailian is in charge of the Ministry of Surveillance, and Liu Xing is in charge of the Logistics Ministry of Logistics.
Murong Yin, on the other hand, oversees the overall situation and is usually responsible for convening meetings and handling major decision-making issues, so she doesn't have many other tasks.
"Have you found out where these martial artists came from?" Murong Yin asked calmly.
"The Ministry of Surveillance has determined that these martial artists all came from the sea, and that they are all highly skilled assassins," Qin Bailian replied respectfully.
Murong Yin looked at the others and asked, "What do you all think is the best way to handle this matter?"
Yun Kong said, "First, find out their purpose. During this time, any martial artist who commits any illegal acts shall be killed without mercy."
Yun Yue nodded and said, "I agree. However, those martial artists who have committed illegal acts in the past should also be held accountable."
On the other side, Nangong Yun, Yuchi Yue, and Liu Xing all nodded in agreement.
Qin Bailian frowned and asked, "Won't doing this cause even greater chaos?"
Yun Yue said, "If this matter is allowed to continue, it will cause even greater chaos."
"There are already some bad signs among the martial arts forces in the world, so we must suppress these foreign forces as an example to punish them," Meteor said.
Meteor, who is in charge of Ministry of Logistics, has noticed that some of the cities under her jurisdiction have reduced their tax payments recently, and she has already begun to investigate.
"Oh? Is that so? Do you know why?" Murong Yin asked, looking at Liu Xing.
"We're investigating, and we believe we should have results soon," Meteor replied.
"I also think we should strike hard and wipe out all these outside martial artists." At this moment, a voice came from outside the door.
The doors of the Hall of Hall of Governmental Affairs opened, and the figure of Flowing Cloud Matriarch appeared in mid-air outside the Hall of Governmental Affairs.
She was wearing a set of palace gauze dress, making her look ethereal, but at this moment her face had a cold and stern expression.
Upon hearing Flowing Cloud Matriarch's voice, everyone in the Hall of Governmental Affairs quickly came out to Flowing Cloud Matriarch.
Murong Yin was the last to emerge. He cupped his hands in a respectful gesture towards Flowing Cloud Matriarch and said, "Flowing Cloud Sect Master, it's a rare privilege for you to come all this way. Please come down and let's talk!"
Although the Star Cloud Saint Sect has now withdrawn from all political affairs of the world.
However, as one of the three Peak Grandmaster in the entire world, Flowing Cloud Matriarch holds a pivotal position in the entire Star Cloud Holy Dynasty.
Especially now when Jiang Liu goes out, it is entirely Flowing Cloud Matriarch who is supporting him.
Moreover, Flowing Cloud Matriarch generally does not interfere in ordinary government affairs.
Now that even Flowing Cloud Matriarch has stepped forward, it means that this matter is not so simple.
"No, I have other matters to attend to urgently, so I won't disturb you any longer." After saying this, Flowing Cloud Matriarch returned the greeting to everyone and flew away without lingering.
After all, this is a matter for the Hall of Governmental Affairs, and it is not convenient for her to say much. Her visit is merely to express her stance.
As everyone in the Hall of Governmental Affairs watched the departing Flowing Cloud Matriarch, they all fell into deep thought.
"Alright, everyone, since Flowing Cloud Sect Master's intention is to completely annihilate them, let's discuss how to begin implementation!" Murong Yin said.
Afterwards, everyone returned to the Hall of Governmental Affairs and began their discussion.
Soon after, two secret orders were issued from the Hall of Governmental Affairs and sent to all the prefectures and counties in the country.
Upon receiving the secret order, all the states and counties immediately began to take action, issuing Death Decree against these foreign martial artists throughout the country.
At the same time, Bounty Order was also issued, stating that anyone who kills these foreign martial artists and brings their heads, once confirmed, can receive the reward they deserve in various states, counties, and cities.
The moment this order was issued, a bloody storm swept across the entire world.