Aside from the first batch of powerful cultivators who had come to trade for teleportation arrays, several more groups arrived one after another, making no small contribution to First City's economic development.
But the latest group to arrive put the Little Beast on high alert.
Because this group consisted of Eastern King Duke, Queen Mother of the West, and the others. They rode in dragon-beast carriages, attended by maidservants, with flowers clearing the way and Caixia surrounding them as they drifted leisurely through the clouds.
That grand display instantly drew the attention of every living being in First City.
Little Moon Spirit and Little Fox, who had remained in First City, led Huanglong, Feng Yi, Di Kun, Bai Ze, and the three beasts Kai Ming and Lu Wu to welcome them.
Behind them were the Twelve Little Flower Gods and several Little Flower Fairies.
"Forgive us for failing to welcome you from afar, fellow Daoists. We have been discourteous!"
"Huanglong, Feng Yi, and Di Kun greet the seniors. Welcome to First City, seniors."
"Kai Ming and Lu Wu pay respects to the Fusang King and the Queen Mother!"
Eastern King Duke and Queen Mother of the West returned Little Moon Spirit and Little Fox's greetings, smiling. "It is we husband and wife who came uninvited. There is no need for such courtesy, fellow Daoists."
At the end, he asked, "Is Eldest Senior Brother in seclusion?"
Everyone nodded. Little Fox said, "Please come inside first, you two!"
After speaking, she made an inviting gesture, then turned to the Little Beast. "Pass down the order. Distinguished guests have arrived in First City. Hold a grand feast throughout the city for three days. Purple Jade Mountain will cover all expenses."
The Little Beast immediately felt a sharp pang in his heart upon hearing