Seeing Fu Xi and Nu Wa step forward to defend Xu Fang, the great powers were astonished but quickly understood.
They had heard that Xu Fang had previously given Fu Xi and Nu Wa two opportunities, and Fu Xi and Nu Wa, feeling grateful, helping Xu Fang was perfectly normal.
However, a voice then rang out, and as the great powers turned to look, they were utterly bewildered.
"Fu Xi and Nu Wa have a past with Xu Fang, so it's only natural for them to intervene, but Patriarch Ming He, what are you doing?"
"Indeed, Patriarch Ming He, don't make a mistake. Hurry and step aside, or don't blame us for being ruthless."
"Patriarch Ming He, why don't you join us and conspire to seize Penglai Immortal Island?"
The great powers looked back at the speaker, who was none other than Patriarch Ming He of the Sea of Blood.
They naturally couldn't understand why Patriarch Ming He, who had no prior connection with Xu Fang, would step in to help Xu Fang at this moment.
Despite their confusion, the great powers spoke up one after another, attempting to win over Patriarch Ming He.
If Patriarch Ming He joined Xu Fang's side, it might not give Xu Fang a chance to turn the tables, but he would still be a formidable opponent, and the great powers naturally preferred to avoid trouble if possible.
After speaking, Patriarch Ming He slowly walked towards Xu Fang's side. Hearing the words of these great powers, he couldn't help but stop and look back at them.
"Conspire to seize Penglai Immortal Island? Heh!"
Patriarch Ming He chuckled dismissively at the great powers' words and immediately mocked them without mercy.
"I, Patriarch Ming He, rule over the Sea of Blood. How carefree I am! No matter how good Penglai Immortal Island is, it is inferior to my Sea of Blood. Why should I, with my shameless and despicable actions, join you bunch of scoundrels?"
Patriarch Ming He was not lying. In his heart, Penglai Immortal Island was far inferior to his own dojo, the Sea of Blood.
This was because he was born from the Sea of Blood, naturally in tune with it, and could wield its power. He was the true master of the Sea of Blood.
In fact, as long as the Sea of Blood existed, he would be immortal. Even if he were to perish, he could be reborn from the Sea of Blood.
Comparing the two, Patriarch Ming He would never relocate his dojo. Even if it were a legendary immortal island, it was not enough to make Patriarch Ming He abandon his natural advantage.
Therefore, even if Patriarch Ming He obtained Penglai Immortal Island, it would be like a tasteless yet regrettable possession, only putting him in a difficult predicament. It would be less valuable than a congenital spiritual root.
Just moments ago, while the great powers were threatening Xu Fang, Patriarch Ming He had thought of sneaking away. Based on the situation, he knew he had no chance of getting the Huang Zhong Li.
However, at this moment, Fu Xi and Nu Wa defied the world and bore immense pressure to stand up for Xu Fang, which made Patriarch Ming He feel quite ashamed.
Regardless of anything else, he had received a favor from Xu Fang on Mount Buzhou in the past. To turn his back and leave now would be too heartless.
Since Patriarch Ming He already disliked these people, he might as well step forward and fully support Xu Fang.
After speaking, Patriarch Ming He ignored the group of great powers, his figure flickered, and he landed beside Fu Xi and Nu Wa. He nodded slightly towards Xu Fang within the protective array.
Xu Fang nodded in return, inwardly surprised. Patriarch Ming He didn't seem like much, but he was quite reliable in critical moments!
The Heaven Measuring Ruler also chimed in with praise.
"Patriarch Ming He is great. It wasn't a loss to share the opportunity of the Innate Banana Tree with him back then!"
Upon hearing the Heaven Measuring Ruler's words, the treasures of Patriarch Ming He's lineage echoed their agreement.
"Exactly! We of the Sea of Blood have always been reliable. We don't care for this Penglai Immortal Island!"
"Haha! The Twin Stars of the Sea of Blood, request to enter the battle!"
"Are you forgetting about my Karma Burning Red Lotus? However, we of the Sea of Blood repay kindness. Those San Qing and the Demon Clan over there seem a bit ungrateful!"
The Karma Burning Red Lotus pointedly taunted.
Speaking of which, when Xu Fang and the other great powers shared the Innate Gourds on Mount Buzhou, it was a genuine act of bestowing opportunities.
Yet, now that Nu Wa, who had shared those Innate Gourds, had stepped forward to assist Xu Fang, the San Qing brothers and the Demon Clan remained unmoved, silently observing, which was rather inexcusable.
The treasures of the San Qing and the Demon Clan, knowing they were in the wrong, remained silent.
They also understood that their masters were in an extremely difficult position, watching from the sidelines without speaking or acting.
If they repaid the kindness now, they would completely lose the opportunity to compete for Penglai Immortal Island. This was a legendary immortal island, and to give it up just like that was truly hard to bear.
Xu Fang also understood this. He didn't have extravagant hopes. In fact, for these few to remain neutral and watch the show was already a great help to Xu Fang.
However, Xu Fang still felt a pang of resentment. Di Jun and Dong Huang Tai Yi, who had always harbored ill will towards him, still hadn't changed their intentions even after receiving his favor on Mount Buzhou.
Now, they were even tacitly allowing Kun Peng to incite trouble here, showing absolutely no loyalty. He regretted sharing the Innate Gourds with them back then.
The great powers looked at Xu Fang's side, which had suddenly gained three helpers: Fu Xi, Nu Wa, and Patriarch Ming He. They all frowned.
The addition of these three might not be enough for Xu Fang to turn the tide, but they were all first-rate great powers, making them quite troublesome to deal with.
Kun Peng and the two from the West, seeing this, quickly spoke up.
"Fellow Daoists, what are you afraid of? We have the numerical advantage now. Even with these three helping, Xu Fang is bound to lose!"
"Indeed, indeed. We Western brothers are willing to lend a hand to our fellow Daoists and conspire to seize Penglai Immortal Island!"
"Everyone, don't panic. Everything is still under control!"
Upon hearing this, the great powers nodded repeatedly.
"Yes, even if these three Daoists act against righteousness and help Xu Fang, everything is still under our control."
"Why panic? With so many of us gathered here, can we truly not defeat them?"
"Fellow Daoist Xu Fang, I advise you to be sensible. Forget yourself, why must you drag others down with you?"
The great powers spoke one after another, quickly regaining their spirits and even attempting to persuade Xu Fang to surrender.
After all, they held the numerical advantage. Even with Patriarch Ming He and the other two helping Xu Fang, it would only be a bit more troublesome and wouldn't stop them.
In the end, wouldn't they still defeat them and decide the ownership of Penglai Immortal Island?
"Drag others down?"
Xu Fang was furious upon hearing this. These people were plotting for Penglai Immortal Island, and they had the audacity to blame him. They were utterly shameless!
Just as Xu Fang was about to curse them out, a voice rang out first.
"Alas, Fellow Daoist Xu Fang has ultimately shown me kindness. How can I stand by and watch you all bully him?"
Immediately after, another voice chimed in.
"I heard that these fellows have everything under control? Coincidentally, I, Zhen Yuanzi, especially enjoy dealing with those who think they are powerful. I must join in the fun this time."