"It's alright."

Chen Tianwen gave Xiuzhu a reassuring look, then said, "I have some influence with the Chifeng Mercenary Group, so I don't think they'll refuse."

Chen Tianwen's voice was calm.

Those few days I spent at the Shu family's house.

The Shu family tried every possible method to keep Chen Tianwen here.

They even made him the head of the family.

He refused them all and gave the position of family head to Shu Yiyao.

However, he still retains the position of Supreme Elder.

After Chen Tianwen finished speaking,

Chen Jiuzhe chimed in from the side, "Back then, the patriarch helped the Chifeng Mercenary Group kill a formidable enemy. Whether out of friendship or gratitude, the Chifeng Mercenary Group would agree!"

Hearing Chen Jiuze's explanation, the hesitation in Xiuzhu's eyes disappeared.

He immediately cupped his hands to Chen Tianwen and said, "This subordinate will go to the Chifeng Mercenary Group right away."

After saying this, Chen Tianwen instructed Chen Jiuze to take Xiuzhu and leave the Chen family.

Chen Tianwen also embarked on his journey to the other two major families.

The Chen family also began spreading news of the sea tribe's invasion to Yunzhou.

At the same time, bounties were offered in various places to recruit mercenary groups of all sizes to fight against the sea creatures.

In the blink of an eye, another half month has passed.

Yunzhou, in the northern border region, is located in Guibei City.

Xiuzhu rode a streak of light and landed in Guibei City.

At this moment, her face was slightly pale, and her aura was somewhat weak.

It spanned a distance of over a million miles.

Even Nascent Soul experts found it difficult to cope.

After making a few inquiries, she learned the location of the Chifeng Mercenary Group.

Chifeng Tower.

The most prominent building in the entire Guibei City.

A hundred-story building, piercing the clouds, with runes spreading out, exuding a magnificent aura.

Even Xiuzhu, who came from the Divine Sword Sect and was used to seeing all kinds of magnificent and grand buildings, couldn't help but feel a little shocked when she saw Chifeng Tower.

The closer she got, the stronger this feeling became. In front of this colossal building, she felt like an ant under an elephant's foot.

Soon, she arrived at the square below Chifeng Tower.

Mercenaries clad in red armor streamed through the square.

Upon seeing Xiuzhu, a stranger, appear, several guards immediately surrounded her.

"May I ask what brings you to my Chifeng Mercenary Group, senior?"

The leader, a mercenary at the Golden Core stage, spoke in a polite tone.

Xiuzhu did not conceal her cultivation level.

After a brief inspection, the gatekeeper realized that the person standing in front of them was a Nascent Soul cultivator.

According to the rules, unless permitted, outsiders are strictly prohibited from entering Chifeng Tower.

But rules are rigid.

They wouldn't dare expel a Nascent Soul expert!

Otherwise, you won't even know how you died.

"I want to see your mercenary leader!"

Xiuzhu opened the door and saw the mountain path directly.

"May I ask if you have an invitation from the guild leader, or if you have made an appointment in advance?" the gatekeeper captain inquired.

Xiuzhu shook her head and said truthfully, "No."

She has only been in Yunzhou for a month.

I've been so busy traveling this past month, I haven't had a chance to do anything like invitations or appointments.

The captain shook his head and said with a wry smile, "I'm sorry, senior, I can't see our commander without an appointment."

Seeing his reaction, Xiuzhu's eyes flashed with impatience: "Just go and inform them that I've come to pay a special visit on behalf of Chen Tianwen!"

As soon as Xiuzhu finished speaking, a glint flashed in the eyes of the two mercenaries.

"You're acting on Mr. Chen's behalf?!"

The security captain's voice immediately became respectful.

"That's right!"

Xiuzhu nodded.

"I'll go in and inform them right away!"

Upon hearing this, the mercenary captain turned and ran into Chifeng Tower without saying a word.

Seeing this, a look of surprise flashed in Xiuzhu's eyes.

Before Chen Tianwen was mentioned.

The guards were polite to her only out of respect for her Nascent Soul realm.

This is the reaction of most people when they see a Nascent Soul cultivator.

But after hearing Chen Tianwen's question...

The security guards' reaction truly showed their heartfelt respect!

This is not an easy task.

Xiuzhu knew that Chen Tianwen had a very good relationship with the Chifeng Mercenary Group.

But to my surprise, Chen Tianwen's name was so respected among the lower-ranking mercenaries.

The gatekeeper captain went to deliver the message, and it was over in no time.

Two female mercenaries at the Golden Core stage then came down and invited her into the Chifeng Tower.

The two led Xiuzhu to the top floor of Chifeng Tower, in front of a simple, unadorned red wooden door.

The female mercenary gave a standard smile and said, "Senior, our captain is waiting for you in this VIP room."

After saying that, the two of them made a "please" gesture together.

Xiuzhu nodded, pushed open the wooden door, and went inside.

The VIP room is very spacious and decorated in a magnificent style.

But what caught the most attention was a red figure standing by the window.

The figure, clad in crimson leather armor, could not conceal her graceful figure as she stood by the window, resembling a red lotus blooming in the wind.

Judging solely from her back view, Xiuzhu was certain that the woman before her was a beauty!

"Distinguished guest, you must be tired. Please have a seat."

Accompanied by a clear, crisp sound, the woman by the window slowly turned around.

She revealed a delicate face with exquisite features, red lips and pearly teeth, and healthy tanned skin, giving her a dashing and heroic appearance.

Upon seeing the woman's appearance, a look of amazement flashed in Xiuzhu's eyes.

She was a beautiful woman to begin with.

Not so sensitive to appearance.

The last person who could amaze her was Xia Anyu, the youngest elder and now the acting sect leader of the Divine Sword Sect, a peerless genius who appears only once every thousand years!

The woman before me is the second one!

Shu Yiyao smiled slightly and said, "May I ask your honorable name, esteemed guest?"

This sound brought Xiuzhu back to reality.

"Just call me Xiuzhu," she replied.

"Senior Xiuzhu said that Senior Chen sent you, but is there any token to prove it?"

Shu Yiyao sat in front of Xiuzhu, her voice tinged with caution.

"He gave me this before he left."

As Xiuzhu spoke, a golden light suddenly rose from her fingertips.

Upon closer inspection, the golden light turned out to be a tiny, almost imperceptible flame.

Although the flame was weak, it contained unimaginable heat.

As soon as it appeared, the air in the entire room seemed to rise a few degrees.

"It's the true fire of the sun!"

Shu Yiyao was naturally familiar with the golden flames.

The golden sword intent that Chen Tianwen used to kill Li Hao was covered with this kind of flame.

Chen Tianwen's primordial spirit was also enveloped in golden flames.

Shu Yiyao spent a long time researching various sources before finally confirming that this golden flame was the legendary True Fire of the Sun, capable of burning anything.

Since the decline of spiritual energy in the cultivation world.

The true fire of the sun has been gone for tens of thousands of years.

The True Fire of the Sun on Chen Tianwen's body can be said to be unique in the world.

After confirming his identity, Shu Yiyao's caution lessened somewhat, and she hurriedly asked, "Senior, did Mr. Chen send you here on something important?"

Shu Yiyao didn't mince words and went straight to the point.