After the investiture ceremony concluded, Jun Xuehan, Qian Renxue, Bibi Dong descended from the high platform and returned to the Worship Hall, where they sat down directly.
However, their seating arrangements changed subtly. Qian Renxue sat in the main seat of the hall, while Jun Xuehan and Bibi Dong sat on the sides to the left and right, respectively. Their seats were level, signifying their equal status.
The elders and worshippers of the Pope's Palace and the Worship Hall, along with the senior members of the Wind Snow Pavilion, stood on the left and right sides of the main hall, respectively.
"Xuehan, Xue'er, now that all the high-ranking officials have basically arrived, let's discuss the next plan: whether to launch a full-scale attack on the Star Luo Empire or to Rest and Recuperation and recuperate and remain inactive," Bibi Dong asked softly, leaning back in her chair.
"We now possess the strongest Soul Master force and Million-Strong Army. Whether in terms of Soul Master or military strength, we are no weaker than the Star Luo Empire. I believe we can now directly attack the Star Luo Empire." Gui Mei's somewhat hoarse voice slowly emanated from his mouth.
"That's not a good idea. Our news should have already reached the Star Luo Empire. Even if the Star Luo Imperial Family is on guard, if we can't achieve any results, the war between the Two Great Empires will definitely continue for a long time." The Third Offering waved his hand and immediately refuted Gui Mei's words.
Meanwhile, the high-ranking officials in the main hall split into two factions: one advocating war, and the other advocating for a period of recuperation and rest.
Hearing the voices below, Jun Xuehan exchanged a glance with Qian Renxue before slowly saying, "Teacher, I still maintain that internal instability is insufficient to defend against external threats. The Spirit Hall Empire is newly established and still needs to stabilize the affairs within the empire. Moreover, what the Third Offering said makes sense. The Star Luo Empire must have already received the news and taken precautions."
"If war breaks out, our Spirit Hall Empire will inevitably win, but the price will be enormous. Not only will it cost countless sums of money, but the common people at the bottom will also be affected by the war and become displaced. Even if we win, it will take us several years, or even more than a decade, to recover and rebuild."
"We don't need to rush now. Let's stabilize the rear first and try to hold the Decisive Battle between the Two Great Empires on the border in front of Jialing Pass. By defeating the Star Luo Empire in one fell swoop, we can prevent the civilians of both countries from being affected by the war and preserve the strength on the continent to the greatest extent."
Jun Xuehan's voice was calm. The Spirit Hall did not need a quick victory now; what it needed was to preserve the greatest power on the continent.
Moreover, Bibi Dong is currently undergoing the assessment for the position of Rakshasa God, and Qian Renxue's Angel Nine Trials have also officially begun. As her companion in their assessments, they are destined not to have much time to participate in the Decisive Battle between the Two Great Empires.
Therefore, it would be better to wait until one or two deities appear before launching a full-scale attack on the Star Luo Empire.
"Xuehan is right. We don't need to rush things now. Let's hold back and recuperate." Qian Renxue nodded slightly, agreeing with Jun Xuehan's words.
Bibi Dong nodded slightly and said, "Well, let's hold back for now, stabilize our rear, and proceed steadily. Also, there are some vacancies in the Upper Three Sects. Let's select new Upper Three Sects from the current sects."
"Yu Luomian, Spirit City is undergoing expansion. Find a new location nearby to establish the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan, and spread the word to all the major sects on the continent to re-select the Upper Three Sects."
Bibi Dong's voice fell, her calm tone carrying an indescribable majesty. Yu Luomian stepped forward, agreed, and began to ponder where to rebuild the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan.
After announcing the matter, Jun Xuehan, Qian Renxue, Bibi Dong got up and walked towards the back hall, while all the high-ranking officials in the hall withdrew.
Walking along the path to the back hall, the three exchanged a few words before Jun Xuehan and Qian Renxue headed towards the Douluo Hall.
Meanwhile, Bibi Dong was searching for her granddaughter Yue Yi in the back hall.
As Jun Xuehan and Qian Renxue entered the Douluo Hall, they saw a pale golden light curtain appear at the end of the Douluo Hall.
The two entered the light screen and found Qian Daoliu already waiting there.
"The Angel Nine Trials: First Trial, examinee Qian Renxue and her companion Jun Xuehan, must kiss for half an hour." A noble and sacred voice rang in her ears.
After listening to the assessment content, Qian Daoliu waved slightly to the two of them, then walked out of the light screen with his hands behind his back.
Jun Xuehan glanced at the Angel God Statue in front of her and couldn't help but smile, saying, "This Angel God is a bit frivolous."
As he spoke, Jun Xuehan reached out and picked up Qian Renxue, casually found a spot, looked at her slightly parted cherry lips, and kissed her directly.
Qian Renxue silently closed her eyes and gradually responded.
In the garden, Yue Yi and Mochen sat facing each other with smiles on their faces, enjoying the delicious food in front of them.
Just as Yue Yi was about to reach out and pick up a quail, the scenery around her began to change rapidly. Red light appeared around her, and amidst the interplay of light, a dark red seat appeared in front of Yue Yi.
Seated in the seat was a dignified middle-aged man, and beside him was a giant sword over two meters long, its slender and broad blade covered with dark gold demonic patterns, its entire body blood red and exuding an extremely fierce killing aura.
Looking at the middle-aged man in front of her, Yue Yi's eyes blinked a few times, and she asked blankly, "Where's my quail?"
Upon hearing this, a look of surprise appeared in the middle-aged man's eyes, but he quickly regained his composure, cleared his throat, and slowly said, "Little girl, I see that you have extraordinary talent. Would you like to become my successor?"
A dignified voice slowly emanated from the middle-aged man's mouth.
"Inheritor? What is that? Can you eat it?" Yue Yi blinked her eyes, looking curiously at the middle-aged man in front of her.
"The successor is the one who will receive my inheritance and inherit my position in the future." The middle-aged man's voice was calm and undisturbed.
"Your location?" Yue Yi asked, her eyes filled with confusion and bewilderment.
"That's right, your mother is the Successor of a Deity, and my position is one level higher than what your mother inherited." A warm smile appeared on the middle-aged man's face, and his gaze towards Yue Yi was full of gentleness.
"Oh, I'm not interested. Give me back the quail, or I'll tell my dad and my grandma." Yue Yi pouted and held out her hand to the middle-aged man.