On the plaza outside the Nine Heavens Battlefield.
The atmosphere was both oppressive and eerie.
Some people secretly remarked that the atmosphere in the square had changed at least a dozen times since the battle for the Nine Heavens began.
And all the reasons, upon closer examination, are actually related to that one name.
Sink forward!
But many people only kept the name in their hearts and dared not discuss it as recklessly as before.
Because... the boundless anger overhead still looms large.
Since the arrival of Lord Tianning, who lost his young daughter, all the powerful figures of the Mountain and Sea Realms have remained silent, fearing that mentioning that name would incur their hatred.
To what extent was the Duke of Tianning angry with Shen Qian?
After Zhao Keyi and the other military personnel from Jiangzhong emerged from the Jiutian Battlefield, the Duke of Tianning disregarded his status and directly attacked these juniors.
This action instantly angered the military leader, Marquis Wuding.
What happened afterward is unknown. Even from the perspective of the mountains and seas, all that could be seen was the turbulent winds and clouds in the sky, with the apparent impending cracking of the void.
Marquis Wuding and Tianning Gong have gone their separate ways!
Judging solely from the continuous rumble of thunder, the two were definitely not having a friendly conversation.
Later, Wu Wei, Ma Gongzuo, the Earl of Pingyang, and other princes and nobles went up to mediate the fight. After a while, the commotion in the sky finally subsided.
It is unknown who won or lost, but although the Marquis of Wuding, who later returned to his seat, did not show any signs of injury, his face was ashen, so he probably did not gain much advantage.
Fortunately, Lord Tianning finally stopped attacking Zhao Keyi and the others, and Wu Wei learned about the later situation of the Nine Heavens Battlefield from his inquiries.
When they learned that Shen Qian had actually sold the Nine Heavens Tokens on the spot and received a large number of IOUs in return, many people had strange expressions.
However, when they heard that Shen Qian had stopped indiscriminately killing people, Ning Zhiyuan, Cheng Qingqing and others secretly breathed a sigh of relief, while some others were disappointed.
It seems that he still retained some rationality before sinking...
But thinking about it, it makes sense. If he keeps killing, even Wu Wei, the head of the martial arts department, definitely won't be able to protect him.
At this moment, Wu Wei is probably also having a headache about how to deal with the death of Consort Ning.
Although Lord Tianning did not make another move, the dark clouds in the sky showed no signs of dissipating. Clearly, since the other party had come to this place, he would not give up easily.
But the outcome will only be known after the battle of the Nine Heavens ends and Shen Qian withdraws from the battlefield. So everyone can only put aside their thoughts for the time being and start discussing other things.
"It seems that the Nine Heavens Battlefield has indeed undergone some changes. I also participated in the formulation of the competition system. If I remember correctly, it should only take two hundred Nine Heavens Tokens to enter the Seventh Heaven Gate."
"So, there aren't many people qualified to enter the Seventh Heaven Battlefield..."
"Ahem, Lord Pingyang, thank you very much!"
Suddenly, a powerful figure from the Mountain and Sea Realm stepped forward, cupped his fists, and addressed the king's seat high in the sky.
Everyone recognized the speaker as Tian Liqing, the principal of Suzhou University of Science and Technology and a veteran expert of the Mountain and Sea Realm in China.
Many people were puzzled as to why Tian Liqing was thanking them at this time.
The Earl of Pingyang seemed somewhat surprised, but he still showed Tian Liqing the respect due to a top-tier expert in the Mountain and Sea Realm, replying politely, "I wonder why Principal Tian is thanking me?"
"Hehe, if it weren't for Shen Qian, how could my students, such as Cai Dongli from Suzhou University of Science and Technology, have entered the Seventh Heaven Battlefield?"
Tian Liqing said in a clear voice, "Although it is an equal exchange, how can such an opportunity be measured in money? There are already spiritual energy fountains in the sixth heaven battlefield, so who knows what the seventh heaven battlefield will have?"
"It's called a transaction, but it's actually a favor; of course, I should thank you!"
"Since Shen Qian was not present, it is only right that I express my gratitude to Jiang Zhongjun on behalf of Suzhou University of Science and Technology. Otherwise, wouldn't I be ashamed of my clear-cut martial arts principles?"
Tian Liqing's words progressed step by step, leaving the entire room speechless.
After realizing what had happened, many people cursed the shamelessness in their hearts!
Regardless of how much flattery Tian Liqing's words might have been, the key point is that, according to the other party, Cai Dongli from Suzhou University of Science and Technology was not the only one who received "favors" from Shen Qian.
Although the person hasn't come out yet, countless college students present have bought Nine Heavens Tokens from Shen Qian.
Among them were even some personal disciples of kings and nobles.
If they didn't respond after Tian Liqing's eloquent words, wouldn't they appear ungrateful?
The most absurd thing is that, if you really look into it closely, it's not easy to refute Tian Liqing's words.
Because any powerful person who has reached a certain level knows that opportunity is more important than money.
Tian Liqing actually brought up the "heart of martial arts," which is going to have consequences.
"Principal Tian is right. On behalf of Jiangdong Martial Arts University, I, Lei, would like to express my gratitude to the Earl of Pingyang!"
"Thank you, Marquis of Pingyang!"
"Thank you to Jiangzhong Military for considering the camaraderie among compatriots..."
Immediately, many powerful figures from the Mountain and Sea Realms quickly expressed their gratitude.
They could also see clearly that when it came to matters of favor, the one being thanked on the surface was the Earl of Pingyang. Even if the Duke of Tianning in the sky probably felt disgusted as if he had swallowed a fly, he couldn't say anything.
More importantly, among those who expressed their gratitude were kings and nobles.
"You flatter me, you flatter me..."
The Earl of Pingyang returned the greetings with a smile, his previously gloomy mood seemingly improving considerably.
The oppressive atmosphere in the square gradually eased without anyone noticing.
Just then, someone was suddenly startled and took a deep look at Tian Liqing, who had already retreated back into the crowd.
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