This was not only repayment to his allies, but also a testament to the Divine Firmament Dao Sect's credibility.
Li Yunjing gave the Northern Emperor Sect high praise and additional promises. Su Muqing's decisiveness had played a crucial role in this war.
Through his envoys, Li Yunjing also offered preliminary reassurance to the local factions of the Cang Kingdom that had switched sides during the battle. He promised that their interests and safety would be protected during the coming reconstruction of the regional order, temporarily keeping these local snakes in check.
Seven days later, in a side hall of the former Mystic Ice Hall that had been hastily cleared for meetings.
Li Yunjing sat at the head of the hall. Though his aura had yet to recover completely, his gaze flashed like lightning, and his imposing presence was greater than ever.
Below him sat the Northern Emperor Sect's leader and Xiao Yuntian of the Xiao Family.
Several of the strongest and most submissive patriarchs and sect leaders among the Mystic Ice Hall's former subordinate factions stood with their heads respectfully bowed.
The atmosphere in the hall was solemn.
"The Mystic Ice Hall is now history."
Li Yunjing's voice was calm, yet carried unquestionable resolve. "The Cang Kingdom needs a new order."
"Effective immediately, the Cang Kingdom and all territories formerly under the Mystic Ice Hall's jurisdiction will be placed under the temporary administration of our Divine Firmament Dao Sect."
"Within ten days, every lineage and sect must surrender all seals and maps issued by the Mystic Ice Hall, register anew at the Divine Firmament Dao Sect's Northern Region Garrison Office, and swear allegiance."
"Existing allocations of interests must be reassessed."
"Those who have rendered service will be rewarded, and those who resist will be punished. Those who conduct themselves properly