Houtu had little interest in Fuxi's claim that Bai Ze intended to lead the Demon Race in surrendering to the Witch Race. From her current vantage point, the only things about the Demon Race worthy of her attention were Dijun and the Zhou Tian Star-Dipper Formation. As for everything else... none of it was worth mentioning.
Thus, she quickly passed over the first matter Fuxi raised. The second, however-heh, she could more or less guess what it was.
Sure enough, after hearing her words, Fuxi spoke.
"Empress, my younger sister became a Saint by comprehending the Creation Great Dao. But during her years of secluded cultivation in the Wa Emperor Palace, she also gained insight into another great Dao. Through her calculations, she discovered that the divine artifact known as the Kongtong Seal is closely connected to this Dao. She therefore wishes to exchange the Lotus Lantern for it with Gungun. In consideration of your past friendship with us, I hope you will grant this request. My sister and I would be eternally grateful!" As he spoke, Fuxi smiled and bowed his head to Houtu.
Listen to that. Sure enough, this second matter was about getting the Kongtong Seal!
Offering the Lotus Lantern in exchange-hmph, that isn't exactly stingy. But do you really think I'm foolish enough to agree to the trade?
With those thoughts, Houtu rested her hands on her knees and smiled at Fuxi. "Senior brother, you're being far too formal. There's no need to speak of gratitude. But... the Kongtong Seal? Gungun doesn't have that divine artifact. Soaring Serpent already asked Gungun about it, and Gungun answered him. What, didn't Soaring Serpent tell you?"
"He did, but... he thought Gungun was lying to him," Fuxi said with a nod.
"That can't be. I know the bear I