Sheng Chuyi didn't know how to evaluate this matter, so he reported to Sheng Yuan everything he had discussed with Xuanming.
Sheng Yuan said helplessly, "It seems that this saves us the trouble of taking action. Now there is only one crazy Qiong Yi left to deal with. He has caused so much trouble all these years, and I didn't even know he had a spirit. This matter needs to be investigated thoroughly."
"Furthermore, the force that wiped out the Qiong family was terrifying; everyone there wore black robes, black masks, black clothes, and black gloves."
The robe was impervious to swords and spears, and unaffected by water or fire. The gloves, whatever they touched would rot and make a sizzling sound.
"That's terrifying. I heard that apart from a few elders with profound internal strength who stubbornly resisted for a while, the rest of the Qiong family couldn't even withstand three moves."
Sheng Yuan's words shocked Sheng Chuyi.
"Does such a bizarre secret technique really exist in this world?" Sheng Chuyi asked with a hint of surprise.
Sheng Yuan shook his head and sighed, "I've never heard of that before either. Yi'er, we need to make plans soon. Qiong Yi's next target is our Sheng family."
Sheng Chuyi nodded, "Father, I want to go to the scene myself. Knowing yourself and your enemy will ensure victory in every battle. If nothing unexpected happens, we will soon be facing this team head-on. I need to understand their specific situation."
"Yes, I've already had some details compiled, and they're on your desk in your study. Take a look later. As for going to the Joan family's old headquarters, bring more people with you."
Sheng Yuan knew that although Sheng Chuyi was obedient, once he made a decision, even if he used the emperor's decree to pressure him, it would be to no avail.
"Be careful in everything you do, and don't let your mother worry," Shengyuan instructed.
Sheng Chuyi nodded.
Sheng Chuhan, who was standing nearby, immediately exclaimed, "Father, brother, I want to go and see too!"
"No way." The father and son refused in unison.
Sheng Chuhan's face immediately turned aggrieved.
Shengyuan advised, "Since you left, your mother has been worried and hasn't slept well for several days. She only got a good night's sleep after receiving your letter assuring her that you were safe. After hearing that you had been assassinated along the way, she was worried and fearful for several days. Now that you're back, spend more time with your mother. She looks much more haggard."
Sheng Chuhan said "okay" with a wronged expression.
"I've never heard of anything so bizarre, Your Majesty. Once you've investigated and found out, you must tell me when you get back." Sheng Chuhan turned around and looked at Sheng Chuyi pitifully.
Sheng Chuyi smiled and nodded, "Okay, I'll let you know when I have any leads."
Shengyuan then spoke up, "By the way, make sure you take good care of the people Xuanming sent to protect you."
Upon hearing this, Sheng Chuyi smiled helplessly.
"There was no need for me to make arrangements. They escorted us all the way to the gates of the capital and then left without saying a word. That's really the style of Xuanming. Like master, like guards."
Don't be fooled by Xuanming's easygoing demeanor; he's a wolf in sheep's clothing. The gentler his smile, the more ruthless his methods. If he were to truly change his expression...
Sheng Yuan looked out the door, his gaze distant. "No matter what, this time we owe the Xuan Cang Continent a favor. From now on, we may have to make a choice whether we want to or not."
Sheng Chuyi understood Sheng Yuan's unspoken meaning and comforted him, "Father, rest assured, Xuanming is a wise ruler, and he has his own plans."
"Yes, issue the decree to search for Qiong Yi's whereabouts with all our might. Once found, kill him on the spot without mercy. If necessary, spread the word to the top organizations in the martial arts world. With the imperial court and the martial arts world pursuing him on both sides, I don't believe he can escape." Sheng Yuan was furious when he talked about Qiong Yi.
"Furthermore, if it is discovered that another continent is harboring Qiong Yi, it would be considered an enemy of my Holy Sky Continent. If this news is spread, I suspect that he must be backed by a royal family from another continent. Otherwise, no one would be foolish enough to seek revenge against a powerful enemy." Sheng Yuan continued to issue the decree.
Sheng Yuan gave Sheng Chuyi a few more instructions before letting him leave.
Xuancang Imperial Palace.
After the guards who escorted Sheng Chuyi returned, they reported to Xuanming about the assassination attempt they had encountered on the way.
"So many continents are involved?" Xuanming was slightly taken aback.
Now that we know Qiong Yi has the Enchantress, we should be looking for Qiong Yi, why are we getting into a fight with Sheng Chuyi?
Yingzhu guessed, "Perhaps they felt that the Sheng family was protecting the Qiong family, so they were dissatisfied and took advantage of the chaos to make their move. Moreover, Sheng Chuyi and Sheng Chuhan did not show up along the way and did not care who the assassin was. Maybe they had their own guesses."
Xuanming nodded, "The world is indeed about to descend into chaos."
Yingzhu cautiously reported another matter: "Qiong Yi wiped out the Qiong family's old headquarters, and no one survived."
Xuanming was taken aback by the news, seemingly not quite understanding. "What?"
Yingzhu recounted the details again. After listening, Xuanming smiled helplessly, "I didn't know there was such a situation behind it. This time, Qiongyi cut off his own escape route. Such a ruthless person cannot be allowed to live. Send people to find his whereabouts. If you can kill him, then kill him. If you can't kill him, send a message back and we will make further plans."
Before Yingzhu could answer, Xuanming continued, "Forget it, it's better to be cautious than to act rashly. He has such a strange team, so our people shouldn't make any rash moves. Let's find his whereabouts first, and also investigate who is helping Qiongyi behind the scenes."
How could he possibly believe that?
How could a mere small team possibly wipe out the Qiong family, a clan with a history spanning hundreds of years? This is simply a fantasy. There must be manipulation and conspiracy by others involved.
Perhaps those who conspired with Qiong Yi are manipulating everything behind the scenes.
Yingzhu also agreed with this view, and he firmly believed that there must be a powerful force hidden behind Qiongyi.
"In addition, the safety of the royal children on the other continents must also be ensured. Send secret guards to escort them back safely," Xuanming solemnly instructed again.
Yingzhu respectfully replied, "Yes, Your Highness. I will immediately arrange sufficient personnel to carry out this mission." After saying that, he turned and left to prepare for the arrangements.
Xuanming watched Yingzhu's departing figure and sighed inwardly: I wonder what's going on with Yingzhu.
"What's the situation on the Sumeru Continent? Has anyone evacuated?" Xuanming asked the empty room.
A dark figure emerged from the shadows, knelt on the ground, and replied, "Reporting to Master, most of the people from the Junlin Continent and the Shengqiong Continent have retreated, leaving only a small team behind, presumably to gather information. As for the people from the other continents, they have already evacuated the capital of the Xumi Continent, but have gone to guard the vicinity of the gold mine."
"Hmm, any other discoveries?" Xuanming asked in a low voice.
The man knelt on the ground and thought for a while before speaking, "Reporting to Master, all the people from the Seventh Continent, the Void Continent, have been withdrawn."
Xuanming seemed to be deep in thought, then waved his hand and said, "Understood. Keep an eye on things. You may leave."
"Yes, Master." The man silently disappeared into the shadows.
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