Chapter 7: Actions of All Parties, Haotian Sect Decides to Pay Homage!
Seeing Ning Fengzhi remain silent, Emperor Xueye finally reacted, sighing, "If we can't win over the Holy Court, how can we fight against the Spirit Hall?"
Before the Heavenly Ranking appeared, the Spirit Hall was the only powerful force, and the Sea God Temple didn't concern itself with the affairs of the continent.
Only by uniting with the three upper sects could the Empire secretly contend with the Spirit Hall.
Now that they finally have such a powerful figure as the Holy Court, how could they miss this opportunity?
"Sect Master Ning," Emperor Xueye pondered for a moment, then suddenly said, "Actually, my Heaven Dou Imperial Family also possesses a supreme treasure, which, according to the oral tradition of successive emperors, is a divine relic."
"I wonder if we can use that divine relic to win over the Lord of the Holy Court?"
"!"
Beside her, Qian Renxue, disguised as Xue Qinghe, showed a slight change in expression.
She had been lying low in the Heaven Dou Empire for years, yet she was unaware that the Imperial Family also possessed a divine relic!? The divine relic Emperor Xueye spoke of was none other than the Sea God's token, the Vast Ocean Universe Cover!
Throughout history, emperors only knew this was a divine object, but not how to use it.
In Emperor Xue Ye's view, if this object could be used to gain the Holy Court's assistance in resisting the Spirit Hall, it would be well worth the price.
A hint of surprise flashed in Ning Fengzhi's eyes.
"In that case, coupled with the generous gifts prepared by my Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School, we should be able to exchange a few words with the Lord of the Holy Court."
Emperor Xue Ye nodded, saying, "If the Holy Court can help us resist the Spirit Hall, our Heaven Dou Empire will become even stronger in the future."
Qian Renxue's lips curled slightly, thinking to herself, "How naive! Do they really think my Spirit Hall would be unprepared?"
Then, she spoke in Xue Qinghe's voice, "Father, Teacher, what should we do if the Holy Court is unwilling to participate in our conflict with the Spirit Hall?"
According to the Heavenly Rankings, the Spirit Hall was second only to the Holy Court.
The Douluo Hall was a sacred place in the hearts of countless Soul Masters, and it also possessed divine inheritance!
Why would the Lord of the Holy Court risk going against the entire Spirit Hall for such a paltry gain?
Emperor Xue Ye sighed and ordered, "Send someone to find out the location of the Holy Court first."
"At the same time, prepare generous gifts."
"Qinghe, go back and prepare. You will represent the Heaven Dou Royal Family on a mission to the Holy Court."
Xue Qinghe clasped his hands in a salute, "Your son obeys."
Leaving the Imperial Garden, Qian Renxue returned to the East Palace.
She ran her jade hand across her cheek and tore off her mask.
Her original appearance and her proud figure were restored.
The guards and maids in the East Palace had long been replaced by powerful figures from the Spirit Hall, so she could rest assured back here.
Shedding her disguise, Qian Renxue sat on the sofa, her shapely, long legs crossed.
She glanced into the shadows and said calmly, "Has Grandpa sent any news?"
Before Qian Renxue could finish speaking, a slightly hoarse voice came from the darkness, "Reporting to Young Master, the High Priest said you should continue to conceal your identity and attempt to contact the Holy Court as a member of the Heavenly Dou Royal Family."
"We have already discovered the Holy Court's exact location, and the Pope has also dispatched personnel to pay a visit."
"In addition, besides us, many other forces have sent powerful individuals who are gradually heading to the Holy Court."
"..."
After hearing the report, Qian Renxue nodded slightly.
She casually waved her hand, and the dark figure in the shadows disappeared, leaving the room quiet once more.
"Jiang Che, capable of single-handedly nurturing numerous Title Douluos and inheriting godhood, what kind of person are you?"
Meanwhile, inside the Pope's Palace of the Spirit Hall.
Bibi Dong, dressed in a long white dress, stood before the throne, holding a scepter, her gaze gently fixed on the figure before her.
"Teacher, your disciple is ready and can depart at any time."
The girl had cascading black hair, a cool and elegant face, and a high-bridged nose.
A black, form-fitting dress perfectly showcased her exquisite figure.
The girl's name was Hu Liena, a disciple of the Pope of the Spirit Hall, and also the most talented disciple of the Spirit Hall Academy, known as one of the Golden Generation along with two others!
Bibi Dong nodded in satisfaction.
She flashed to Hu Liena's side, straightened her collar, and instructed her,
"Nana, besides visiting the Holy Court, you must also explain our Spirit Hall's intention to win them over."
"It would be best if such a power could become friends. If there are any issues, you can consult the two elders."
Hu Liena was her only disciple and the Holy Maiden of the Papal Palace; Bibi Dong had invested a great deal in her.
Yue Guan and Gui Mei stepped forward. The former bowed respectfully and said, "Please rest assured, Your Holiness, Old Gui and I will bring the Holy Maiden back safely."
Bibi Dong nodded slightly. "Thank you for your trouble, Elders. Let's prepare to depart."
In the council hall of the Haotian Sect, Tang Xiao and the six elders were also discussing this matter.
Tang Xiao's gaze swept over the crowd, and he said in a deep voice, "The matter of the Heavenly Ranking concerns the safety of my Clear Sky Sect. Let's all speak."
The Sixth Elder spoke first, "I believe that our Clear Sky Sect should continue to live in seclusion, accumulate strength, and wait for the day we can take revenge on the Spirit Hall."
The Fifth Elder glanced at him and questioned, "When will that be?"
"Are we really going to wait until the Spirit Hall inherits the divine position before we go and deliver ourselves to the Spirit Hall?"
"..."
The Second Elder's gaze was solemn, and he hesitated for a moment before saying, "I always feel that there is something strange about this Heavenly Ranking matter."
"You may want to think about it. The Clear Sky Sect's inherited Spirit is the number one weapon Spirit on the continent. Is it really as the Heavenly Ranking says, inferior to that unheard-of Body Spirit, or that City of Slaughter?"
The Path of Slaughter is indeed extremely dangerous, but that's because Spirit Masters cannot use their Spirit Skills within the City of Slaughter.
If the people of the City of Slaughter were placed on the continent, they wouldn't necessarily be that strong.
The Third Elder's eyes flickered, and he said, "Indeed, I have never heard of anyone cultivating so many Title Douluos on their own."
The Fourth Elder suddenly realized, and said hesitantly, "Could this be a tactic employed by the Holy Court to create momentum for their sect's emergence?!"
There are many sects on the continent, and most choose to create hype and attract attention to enhance their reputation.
Hearing the Fourth Elder's words, the other elders were somewhat convinced.
At this moment, everyone believed that this Heavenly Ranking was merely a tactic employed by the Holy Court.
Although the Clear Sky Sect's overall combat strength was inferior to the Spirit Hall, they were ranked sixth.
How could they tolerate this?
"Hmph, this little Holy Court, does it really think my Clear Sky Sect has no one to rely on?!" The First Elder snorted coldly, slamming his hand on the armrest.
The iron armrest was imprinted with his handprint.
"It seems the world has almost forgotten the prestige of my number one weapon spirit..."
(End of Chapter)