The East Sea Dragon King had been lounging on his throne, enjoying the Shell Maiden's dance.
Suddenly, he felt a powerful, familiar presence approaching. His eyes flew open, and he saw Senior Candle Dragon's imposing figure entering the Crystal Palace.
The East Sea Dragon King went pale with fright. He sprang from his throne like a coiled spring and stammered, "Why has our ancestor come? Grandson should have welcomed you at the gates!"
Then he turned and barked at the Shell Maidens serving nearby, "What are you still standing around for? Get out of here!" The Shell Maidens scattered like startled rabbits, hurrying toward the depths of the palace.
Just then, a cool voice rang out. "The East Sea Dragon King certainly knows how to enjoy himself."
Only then did the East Sea Dragon King notice that Su Mu had appeared in the palace as well. Startled, he hurried over and bowed. "This little dragon pays his respects to Sect Master Su Mu." Su Mu nodded slightly, a faint smile on his face.
Candle Dragon spoke from the side. "All right, enough dawdling. Go fetch the Billions of Years Profound Iron from the treasury and give it to Sect Master Su Mu."
The East Sea Dragon King didn't dare delay. "Of course." He immediately turned and hurriedly ordered his Shrimp Soldiers and Crab Generals to fetch the iron.
Candle Dragon turned to Su Mu with a smile. "Sect Master Su Mu, please take the seat of honor."
Su Mu waved a hand and replied politely, "Senior Candle Dragon, you should sit." Then he walked over to a nearby chair and sat down without ceremony.
Before long, heavy footsteps sounded. The East Sea Dragon King had returned with a group of Shrimp Soldiers and Crab Generals, carrying box after box of