Shangguan Tingye's face was pale.
Showing goodwill to the Xuan Yan Dynasty would be tantamount to forcing her to stand on the opposite side of Li Jingxiao.
"Whether it's the family or that incompetent and foolish man, it's up to you."
Shangguan Qingning said all she had to say, a cold glint flashing in her eyes.
If Shangguan Tingye is truly unreasonable, she wouldn't mind throwing her into Shenyuan Peak right now. Once she's there, Shangguan Tingye won't be able to escape even if she had wings.
No matter what, we must not let Shangguan Tingye's momentary impulse ruin the entire family!
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What a fat sheep!
Lin Feng smiled as he tallied up his earnings over the past period.
Xuan Yanhuang, standing before him, sorted through the evidence in his hands, his expression much more serious than before.
Colluding with the demonic path is a serious crime. Once exposed, the Tian Shu Sect will become a pariah, and the entire landscape of the Xuan Yan Star Realm will change.
Xia Shiying took it and looked at it, then said with a solemn expression, "Your Majesty, we must deal with the Tian Shu Sect within three years at the latest."
"It won't be that long. What I'm worried about isn't the Tian Shu Sect, but those ancient clans with abundant resources. The Shangguan clan has always been prudent and won't oppose us, while the Yuwen clan has always been cowardly and wouldn't dare to oppose us either."
"The two clans that need the most attention right now are the Dongfang and Shentu clans. The former is on good terms with the Tian Shu Sect, while the latter has close ties with the Dangmo Sect."
Feng Yushang said in surprise, "Didn't they say that the major ancient clans never participate in any struggles and don't concern themselves with worldly affairs? Why is there a situation where they are taking sides?"
Upon hearing this, Emperor Xuan Yan could only manage a wry smile.
“Miss Feng, things are different now. This was true hundreds of years ago, but now, with the change in the Xuan Yan Star Realm, the ancient clans’ stance has also changed. They align themselves with whoever is stronger. Although they don’t do it very obviously, how could I, sitting in this position, be completely unaware of their little tricks?”
"Those who follow the demonic path should be killed by everyone!" Shen Xiaohong said solemnly, "Although I can forcefully kill Tian Yusheng, this matter concerns the overall situation of the Xuan Yan Star Boundary. Taking action rashly will only make the situation worse. Therefore, Your Majesty must find a way to weaken the power of the Tian Shu Sect."
"Thank you for your understanding, young master."
Emperor Xuan Yan sighed, then said to Lin Feng, "Young Master Lin, I am most grateful to you this time. As a reward, you may freely choose a cultivation technique or magic weapon from the national treasury. What do you say?"
“I don’t lack these things, but I’m interested in some auctions in the Xuan Yan Dynasty. However, I don’t have any Crimson Blood Crystals. I hope Your Majesty can provide me with some.”
"It's a small matter."
Emperor Xuan Yan waved his hand and said, "Little sister, you can make the arrangements later."
Xia Shiying nodded: "I understand."
"in addition……"
Before Xuan Yanhuang could finish speaking, Mo Yuandao's voice came from outside.
"Your Majesty, a letter has arrived from the Shangguan family!"
"Shangguan Jining?"
"What message does that old man have to send me?"
Emperor Xuan Yan narrowed his eyes, feeling utterly bewildered.
He had only met Shangguan Jining a few times and had no connection with the Shangguan family. Why would that old man suddenly send a letter?
"Come in."
After entering the room, Mo Yuandao greeted everyone and then presented the letter in his hand with both hands.
After reading it, Xuan Yanhuang raised an eyebrow in surprise.
"This old guy actually volunteered to participate in the Hundred Sects Martial Arts Tournament?!"
He put down the letter and said with emotion, "This is exactly what I wanted to tell you. The Hundred Sects Martial Arts Tournament is a grand event held once every five years in my Xuan Yan Star Realm. At that time, the Xuan Yan Dynasty will invite sects from all sides to participate. Each sect will select some young talents under the age of thirty to compete. The top three winners can make a wish to me, and after I evaluate it, I will help them fulfill it."
"However, for decades now, the major ancient clans have refused to participate in the Hundred Clans Martial Arts Tournament, so my father has never invited them. This Hundred Clans Martial Arts Tournament is the first since I ascended the throne, so I attach great importance to it. What's wrong with that old fellow Shangguan Jining? Why does he suddenly want to participate?"
Emperor Xuan Yan narrowed his eyes, still harboring doubts.
"In my opinion, this is just a gesture of goodwill towards Your Majesty, nothing more. Li Jingxiao and Shangguan Tingye have offended Lin Feng this time, and Shangguan Jining must be feeling uneasy. He may have learned that Lin Feng is staying in our Xuan Yan Dynasty, so he is taking this opportunity to get closer to him?"
"It's not impossible, but we still need to be cautious."
Emperor Xuan Yan shouldn't have been discussing state affairs with two outsiders, but since Lin Feng had discovered the evidence against Tian Yu Sheng, he couldn't very well send him away and talk to Xia Shi Ying alone. That wouldn't be in accordance with their hospitality. Besides, he didn't think the Xuan Yan Dynasty was anything worth coveting by these two, so he wasn't too wary.
Lin Feng listened, his smile remaining unchanged.
"Moreover, Shangguan Jining couldn't possibly be unaware of the actions of the Dongfang and Shentu clans over the years. Perhaps he's also looking for a powerful backer?"
Emperor Xuan Yan snorted coldly and said in a deep voice, "That depends on whether this old guy is sincere enough!"
"Brother Lin, the Hundred Sects Martial Arts Tournament will definitely be very interesting!"
Compared to all the scheming and intrigue, the pure battle between martial artists was clearly more appealing to Shen Xiaohong. Therefore, Shen Xiaohong didn't listen to anything else Xuan Yanhuang had said and was only thinking about how to win the championship in the Hundred Sects Martial Arts Tournament.
"Brother Lin, when the time comes, we must settle this with a decisive victory!"
Shen Xiaohong said excitedly.
"OK."
Lin Feng didn't mind, since Shen Xiaohong was definitely no match for him. He had already absorbed most of the heavenly lightning in the Li Huo Divine Furnace, and his cultivation level was about to break through again.
Emperor Xuan Yan quickly said, "How about the three of you become affiliated with my Xuan Yan Dynasty?"
"There is nothing wrong with that."
Shen Xiao Hongcai didn't care which faction he belonged to, as long as he could find a few opponents of similar cultivation level to fight.
Lin Feng and Feng Yushang had no objections.
Thus, the Hundred Sects Martial Arts Tournament, under the responsibility of the Xuan Yan Dynasty, unfolded in full swing.
After all, this is the first martial arts competition since Emperor Xuan Yan ascended the throne, so it can't be made too ugly.
"Those who have the strength to compete for the top three, then fight with all their might. Those who don't have the strength, then strive to get into the top ten. In short, we cannot embarrass His Majesty in front of the major powers. You should all understand!"
Facing a large group of Xuan Yan Palace warriors, Mo Yuandao began his pre-battle mobilization with a serious expression.
Shortly after Shangguan Jining presented the envelope, the Dongfang and Shentu clans also expressed their intention to participate in the Hundred Sects Martial Arts Tournament, even if it was just to join in the fun.
With all three ancient clans present, Yuwen naturally couldn't be left out.
In the end, everyone was astonished to discover that this Hundred Sects Martial Arts Tournament was the most exciting one in hundreds of years!
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