"Good!"
Seeing that they had reached a preliminary consensus, Song Zifeng felt somewhat reassured. "Then we must not delay."
"Martial Uncle Canglan, sorry for the trouble, but please visit Senior True Lord Xuanjin in person. Explain what is at stake, and convey our Daoist Sect Alliance's sincerity in establishing a grand alliance together, along with our proposed charter."
"Be sure to emphasize that this is a matter of life and death. United, both sides benefit; divided, both suffer!"
"You and Senior Xuanjin may discuss who should lead the grand alliance, or we can collectively nominate someone of great virtue and standing. Our Daoist Sect Alliance has no intention of monopolizing the position. Resisting demons, defending the Dao, and preserving the Southern Frontier must come first!"
"Fellow Daoist Chixiao, Fairy Shuiyue, please help me begin drafting the detailed charter immediately, compile a list of resources each sect is willing to contribute, and start preparing a preliminary training and organization plan for the War Department."
"As for everyone else, please return to your stations immediately. Strengthen your defenses against Li Wujiu and Buddhist Sect spies, and communicate the merger decision to your people. Reassure your disciples and prepare for the changes ahead."
"If anyone objects, please do your utmost to reassure them and explain. The greater good must come first!"
Everyone voiced their assent and left to carry out their orders.
Only Song Zifeng, Canglan True Lord, True Person Chixiao, and Fairy Shuiyue remained in the great hall.
"Martial Uncle Canglan, this mission is of vital importance. Please be careful.
"There may be dissent within the Rogue Cultivator Alliance. You will need to adapt to the circumstances and make sure you reach an agreement with Senior Xuanjin."
Song Zifeng solemnly instructed Canglan True Lord.
Canglan True Lord stroked his beard and smiled,