"But we need to eat first! This is truly a miraculous city."
Promi was truly envious. He could see it clearly: the pedestrians on the street had rosy complexions and were dressed neatly. This alone made Rome, ruled by the Temple, look inferior. The fact that such a large city was so clean made this devout Temple believer even more envious.
The inner city where Prince Heng's mansion was located was very quiet, with far fewer pedestrians coming and going. Occasionally, patrolling soldiers would flash by, adding a little tension to the atmosphere, but also giving people a sense of security.
"Lord Allen is waiting for us!"
Aya spotted Allen standing in front of the palace gates from afar and alerted Promi and Debbie.
The tall, handsome elf frowned as he looked at Prome and Debbie alighting from the carriage, clearly displeased.
"What brings you two to the Prince's residence?"
Promi was stunned for a moment. Since you were waiting outside the door, didn't you receive the news beforehand? Why are you acting like this?
"What do you mean by this, Lord Allen? We've come all this way to discuss important matters with you, and this is how you treat your guests?" Debbie's temper flared immediately, and she coldly questioned Allen.
"You've come to see me? I'm sorry, I may have misunderstood something, but I really have something to do today. I'll talk to you in detail another day!" Allen was also a man who didn't like to waste words, and immediately had Aya lead the two to the inn.
Debbie's expression turned extremely cold. She had indeed come to Dayuan Island with great sincerity, and the journey alone had taken more than a month. She had not expected to receive such a cold reception less than an hour after arriving. As a core member of the sea tribe, how could she possibly swallow this insult?
"Don't be impulsive, something might really happen here today!" Promi swiftly grabbed Debbie's shoulder, stopping her from exploding with anger.
"Um?"
Debbie glanced at her husband, then looked around, and after a moment she finally noticed something was wrong.
Although the entire Hengwang Mansion appeared peaceful, there were numerous hidden auras within its walls—the auras of cultivators. Moreover, several auras were rapidly moving towards the mansion's gate.
Looking around the Hengwang Mansion, there were also many hidden auras, and the entire Hengwang Mansion was actually in a defensive state.
"Lord Allen, do you really have something to do today?" Debbie asked solemnly.
“If you really have something to discuss with me, please do so another day. And today… do not go near the vicinity of the Prince’s residence.” Allen nodded and said expressionlessly.
"Alright, let's talk another day! If you need our help, my husband and I are happy to lend a hand. We... are not enemies!"
Having experienced the betrayal of the fish-men, Debbie naturally knew what this situation meant. With such a rich and vast territory and the lord away from home, it was only natural for some trouble to arise.
Debbie decided to help Allen at this crucial moment, which would greatly benefit the upcoming alliance negotiations.
"Thank you for your kindness, but it's not as serious as you think. Please rest at the inn!" When Debbie offered to help, Allen was clearly surprised, but the usually aloof great elf still declined the couple's offer.
After Debbie and Promi left, Allen turned and entered the Prince Heng's Mansion.
Inside the royal palace, rows of warriors waited quietly. Whether they were high-ranking cultivators, elven archers, or Japanese warriors, they were all fully armored and their faces were solemn.
"Allen, who is this person? Is he friend or foe?" Lin Bolin Huaiyuan greeted them with concern.
Qin Mo shook her head and said, "It shouldn't have anything to do with those people. Of course, even if it does, it's not a problem. Do you really think I, Allen, have a good temper?"
Lin Huaiyuan nodded and straightened his armor. He hadn't fought anyone for many years and had gained weight, so the armor just didn't feel right no matter how he wore it.
"These civil officials are really persistent. My daughter and I are about to give birth, and they're already causing trouble. If anything happens to the prince's bloodline, I... I'll rebel against them!"
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