After arrangements had been made for Helian Xue, the Foundation Establishment ceremony continued.
It did not end until dusk.
The guests took their leave.
Inside the imperial palace, in the Hall of Mental Cultivation.
Xu Xuan and Zhou Yongchang sat facing each other, with Xu Mingxuan seated beside them.
"Xu Chen, since you agreed to help Helian Xue today, have you already formed a plan?"
Zhou Yongchang stroked his beard as he asked.
Xu Xuan said respectfully, "Master."
"The Black Serpent Tribe once showed me kindness, and they are also allies of our Great Xu Kingdom. For both public and personal reasons, I ought to lend a hand."
"If the ruler of the Heavenly Martial Kingdom truly follows the demonic path, as Helian Xue said."
"Then eliminating him would not be out of the question."
The Heavenly Martial Kingdom's territory was not much smaller than the Great Xu Kingdom's, though it was more barren and rich in ores.
Whether for land and resources or population and fortune.
Xu Xuan had reasons to act.
Besides, those of the demonic path acted in sinister, treacherous ways. They might strike at the Great Xu Kingdom someday.
He had to take precautions.
Zhou Yongchang nodded approvingly.
"Good. A cultivator must be decisive."
"You can exchange merit points with the sect for information on the Heavenly Martial Kingdom."
"Today, I promised to forge a Pseudo-Treasure for you. You must decide on its form as soon as possible."
"With it at your side, you will have a better chance of dealing with the demonic path."
"Thank you, Master."
Xu Xuan thanked him again, then asked,
"Master, Helian Xue mentioned the demonic path today, and there is also the Heavenly Martial Kingdom..."
"I cannot help feeling that the Southern Wilds seem even less peaceful lately."
At this,