Yunze Continent, Yongle City.
An ancient and majestic aura permeates the city walls. As a strategically important city at the crossroads of Three Continents, its significance is self-evident.
Compared to its former tranquility and peace, the city now exudes a sense of Killing Intent.
The number of Dasheng troops patrolling inside and outside the city is several times greater than before.
This is not just a situation in Yongle City; thousands of cities across the Three Continents of Yunze, Cangwu, and Li Huo are now on full alert.
This was mainly due to the large number of personnel transferred from other continents in the Southern Territory.
But precisely because of this, the other governors stationed within the continent cannot move lightly and must remain within their territory, holding the Mountain River Seal.
If they want to continue to besiege the lurking Bone and Blood Cult army, the Southern Territory Nine Luminaries Division only has three Venerables available. Although each of them is a governor blessed by the Mountain River Seal, it is still a bit of a stretch.
At this moment, Tang Xiao, the prefect of the Yunze Continent, was personally waiting outside the mansion, his face devoid of any smile, instead appearing somewhat gloomy.
The reason for this is that the hundreds of millions of people in the country, whose lives are becoming increasingly unstable, still do not have a strong enough support system.
The only good thing was that the reinforcements from the Capital City arrived very quickly, having arrived at the residence five hours ago.
Just then, a carriage came hurtling in from outside the city.
Looking at the plum blossom emblem Highest Clarity it.
Tang Xiao's spirits lifted slightly, and he managed to force a smile onto his face. The other party was a Venerable-level power within the Yunze Continent.
When the carriage came to a slow stop in front of the Mansion Gate, a noble woman with an extraordinary bearing stepped down first, followed closely by a young man with a face as white as White Jade and carrying a long sword on his back.
"Master Mei, it's been a long time." Tang Xiao stepped forward slowly, bowing slightly to the woman first, and said:
"I have prepared a welcome-home banquet, and most of the other Mountain Gate leaders from the Three Continents have already arrived. Would you like to go now, or wait until the banquet officially begins?"
Upon hearing this, Mei Yuehua, slightly embarrassed, bowed gently in return. "Prefect Tang, you flatter me. Yunze has recently encountered misfortune, and my manor, having long enjoyed the prestige of the Ministry, has come to offer its assistance."
"Let's go now."
Seeing the blush and sincerity on her alluring face, Tang Xiao suppressed the urge to punch her, but her own face still showed signs of flushing.
Damn it, if he still believes this woman's nonsense, he's out of his mind.
If Plum Blossom Villa truly understood gratitude, they wouldn't have remained silent about the invitation from Yunze Nine Luminaries Division until now.
If it weren't for the repeated visits from the local Nine Luminaries Division, they probably would have even made excuses to skip this banquet.
But now the situation is beyond our control; starting a war will only push more powerful families and sects to the opposite side of the Nine Luminaries Division.
Tang Xiao then turned to look at the young man with the sword behind the woman, his brows relaxing slightly, and his tone revealing a hint of surprise:
"This... must be the [Sea-Opening Venerable] from within the manor?"
With his Sword Qi cleaving through the Star Sea beyond the boundary, this person would undoubtedly be considered a representative of combat power within the Plum Blossom Villa.
We even brought this person along...
Could it be that Mei Yuehua genuinely wants to help Yunze this time?
Although helping out now feels a bit strange, as long as the outcome is good, Tang Xiao won't care about past mistakes.
The young man with the sword walked straight past him, speaking sparingly:
"Mei Xinfeng, greetings to the Prefect."
Upon hearing that the names and auras matched, Tang Xiao's smile became more genuine, and she immediately led the two into the banquet hall of the mansion to wait.
With his arrival, the previously noisy atmosphere in the mansion immediately quieted down.
Tang Xiao didn't mind, and after making sure the two of them were settled, she took her leave.
Once his figure had completely disappeared from the courtyard, the Mountain Gate leaders who had been there for a long time gradually resumed their conversation and laughter.
"..."
Mei Xinfeng took the long sword from his back, gently placed it on the table, and said softly, "Master, do we really want to help Yunze Continent fight against the enemy?"
He has never liked to use useless weapons in a big, futile effort.
However, if it's at the other party's request, it's not that we can't help.
What he couldn't quite understand was that his own lord, who had always valued the exchange of benefits, would now agree to such unequal conditions.
Judging from the horrific casualties on the other continents, it's clear that the Bone and Blood Cult fights with a fearless and ruthless style; even Venerables can easily suffer losses or be seriously injured in their attacks.
Nobody wants to cross them.
"If they are willing to hand over that Crystal Jade Fire Marrow Ore Vein to the manor, of course we will lend a hand," Mei Yuehua replied with a smile.
Crystal Jade Fire Marrow is Supreme Treasure of heaven and earth that even Venerables would covet. An Ore Vein with abundant reserves is enough to keep any Venerable in peak condition for thousands of years.
When used in conjunction with certain auxiliary pills, it can even achieve the miraculous effect of not losing rank if one fails to break through a bottleneck!
Within the entire Yunze Continent, there are only two such Ore Vein, and both are strictly controlled by the Nine Luminaries Division, used to reward the governors of various continents who have made significant contributions.
"..." Mei Xinfeng frowned. "Do you really think they'll give it to you?"
If the stingy Yunze Nine Luminaries Division were truly so generous, why would they have thrown away that letter requesting help as if it were worthless?
"Probably not."
Mei Yuehua didn't seem to care and looked away. She knew the conditions were unlikely to be met and didn't have much hope.
There was truly no good excuse for not coming this time.
She casually shook her head and said, "If they don't give it to us, we'll just choose not to intervene."
Seemingly sensing Mei Xinfeng's thoughts, she chuckled, pointed lightly at the numerous sect leaders engaged in lively discussions in the courtyard, and said:
"It's alright. So many powerful figures from major sects have come on this trip, including at least five or six Venerables. Even if the rumored envoy from the Capital City is true, they can't force us to submit through external means."
The reason is simple.
If that envoy from the Capital City, whose authenticity is unknown, truly possessed such abilities, why would the Three Continents and Nine Luminaries Division need to invite them to discuss important matters?
Their strength is definitely needed.
Currently, the Bone and Blood Cult, with its astonishing size, is lurking in the shadows within the Three Continents, ready to strike at any moment. Would they really want to get into a fight with all these scattered powerful families and sects? Wouldn't they be as if they hadn't already caused enough deaths among their own people?
Upon hearing this, Mei Xinfeng's expression softened considerably, but his voice still carried a hint of coldness:
"If they dare to force themselves on you and leave you alive... I will show no mercy with my sword."
"If you show mercy, we'll really have to stay here and work." Mei Yuehua stretched, a hint of allure in her eyes, and said languidly:
"Otherwise, what do you think I brought you here for? Wasn't it just in case?"
As the master of the Plum Blossom Villa, there is no reason for him to take risks when faced with trouble.
Beforehand, she had secretly communicated with many sect leaders and confirmed that most of those who came to her residence today were allies who shared the same thoughts as her.
Otherwise, she wouldn't have dared to ask Yunze Nine Luminaries Division for such an exorbitant price.
This time I was really lucky.
To be able to force the Nine Luminaries Division to this point without taking any risks.
This was great news not only for her, but also for the leaders of all the major sects within the Three Continents.
Since there are so many like-minded people, when is a better time to squeeze them dry?