Jinchi Dapeng Diao and Ao Xue, having already worked together to gloss over the situation and reach a conclusion they could accept, were about to move on.
However, Xu Fang did not humor them and directly declared his ownership of Penglai Immortal Island, shattering their illusions.
"Is this Penglai Immortal Island truly the homeland of Senior?"
"This is truly unbelievable. Why have Senior never mentioned it to us before!"
Jinchi Dapeng Diao and Ao Xue looked up at the mist-shrouded Yingzhou Island, their hearts filled with immense shock.
They had never imagined that Senior Xu Fang was born on Penglai Island. No wonder Senior possessed so many wondrous divine abilities. It seemed Penglai Island was blessed with great fortune!
Furthermore, Senior was so low-key. Possessing such a dojo that all Primordial beings yearned for, yet being able to restrain himself and not flaunt it, was truly admirable!
However, after their astonishment, Jinchi Dapeng Diao and Ao Xue quickly became perplexed.
"That's not right. Since Yingzhou Island belongs to Senior, why is Dong Wang Gong occupying this place and making Yingzhou Island the dojo of the Immortal Court?"
"Exactly, even if that scoundrel Dong Wang Gong had fallen out with Senior, to snatch away what belongs to another like this is too shameless!"
Jinchi Dapeng Diao and Ao Xue soon became indignant. "You, Dong Wang Gong, calling Senior 'good friend' this and 'good friend' that, and then turning around to occupy Senior's homeland and dojo, you are truly a wolf in sheep's clothing!"
"Senior, do not fear. This Dong Wang Gong is so malicious. I, Jinchi Dapeng Diao, look down upon him. We will go and reason with him right now!"
"Indeed, Senior, do not worry. I will immediately return to the Dragon Clan, raise an army, and come to reclaim your homeland for Senior!"
Jinchi Dapeng Diao and Ao Xue were both filled with righteous anger. Senior possessed Penglai Immortal Island, a divinely bestowed opportunity that they could only envy.
Yet, Dong Wang Gong, driven by envy, took advantage of Senior's absence to occupy Yingzhou Island.
Looking around now, only Yingzhou Island stood there. It was obvious that Dong Wang Gong must have used some method to separate the three islands of Penglai.
They were filled with hatred. Bullying Senior for being alone? How could their Dragon and Phoenix clans stand by and do nothing? They would make Dong Wang Gong witness Senior's might!
Xu Fang looked at Jinchi Dapeng Diao and Ao Xue, who were full of righteous indignation, with a touch of helplessness.
Why did it feel like his two little followers always thought too much?
Even before he had spoken, they had already concocted a tangled tale of grievances and affections.
Seeing their demeanor, as if they were truly about to return to the Dragon and Phoenix clans to gather reinforcements, Xu Fang had to quickly intervene.
"Alright, alright, you are overthinking."
Xu Fang spoke to pacify Jinchi Dapeng Diao and Ao Xue, patiently explaining to them.
"I have leased Yingzhou Island to Dong Wang Gong. Leasing means he can use it for a period of time in exchange for payment. What is this payment? Am I not here to collect the rent now?"
"Leasing? Rent?"
Jinchi Dapeng Diao and Ao Xue, hearing these words, were confused and still did not understand what was happening.
Just as they were preparing to inquire further, Xu Fang suddenly looked up and smiled slightly.
"Alright, you two don't say too much. The tenant is here!"
As Xu Fang's words fell, two presences appeared in the vicinity.
"What impudent scoundrel dares to trespass upon our Immortal Court's territory? Dong Wang Gong, I told you long ago that you should arrange for defenses as soon as possible!"
"Yes, yes, you are right! My friend, do not be angry. We will immediately slay this intruder and display the might of the Immortal Court!"
As two voices descended, two figures flashed through the air and landed at this location.
Xu Fang paid no mind to the aggressive words, his smile growing even wider.
"Dong Wang Gong, long time no see!"
As these words left his mouth, one of the figures who had just landed immediately lost his footing, nearly falling to the ground. After several stumbles, he managed to stand firm.
"Fellow Daoist Xu Fang, long time no see!"
These two figures were Dong Wang Gong and Xi Wang Mu, who had rushed over upon sensing the unfamiliar presence on Yingzhou Island.
At this moment, Dong Wang Gong had a mournful expression as he looked at Xu Fang, speaking with difficulty. If Xi Wang Mu were not present, he would have fled long ago.
It was precisely what he had feared. He had been worried that after occupying Yingzhou Island, Xu Fang would come to hold him accountable.
Now, Xu Fang had indeed come all the way to Yingzhou Island. What was he to do!
Dong Wang Gong's face was filled with despair. There was no escape!
After all, he had publicly announced to the heavens and earth with Xi Wang Mu that this matter of Yingzhou Island had been spread far and wide. It would be difficult for Xu Fang not to know about it!
Compared to Dong Wang Gong's panic, Xi Wang Mu was quite surprised.
"Fellow Daoist Xu Fang? I didn't expect you to be here. We were somewhat presumptuous just now, please forgive us!"
Xi Wang Mu bowed to Xu Fang and couldn't help but glance at Dong Wang Gong.
Didn't Dong Wang Gong say he had broken off ties with this Fellow Daoist Xu Fang? Why would he appear here now?
"Didn't expect it? I didn't expect it either!"
Xu Fang returned Xi Wang Mu's bow. These words, though seemingly in response to Xi Wang Mu, were actually meant for Dong Wang Gong.
Dong Wang Gong, hearing this, knew exactly what Xu Fang meant. He was subtly mocking him, blaming him for occupying Yingzhou Island.
"Yes, I didn't expect it either!"
Dong Wang Gong clasped his hands and responded with difficulty.
He had initially given up on the matter of Penglai Immortal Island. Who could have expected that Yingzhou Island would eventually appear before them?
To avoid revealing the truth, he could only pretend to be ignorant and, following Xi Wang Mu's wishes, refined Yingzhou Island into their dojo.
Now, he hadn't even settled comfortably on Yingzhou Island, and the rightful owner had come looking for him. What was he to do!
Dong Wang Gong roared inwardly. If he had known this day would come, he would have insisted on pulling Xi Wang Mu away and preventing her from setting her sights on Yingzhou Island!
However, since things had come to this, there was no turning back. Dong Wang Gong had no choice but to brace himself and deal with the aftermath.
"Xi Wang Mu, I haven't seen Fellow Daoist Xu Fang in a long time, and we have much to discuss. You go attend to your matters first!"
Dong Wang Gong spoke. This time, he was destined to lose face. Of course, he had to get Xi Wang Mu out of the way.
Xi Wang Mu heard this and looked at Xu Fang, then at Dong Wang Gong.
What was going on with these two? Weren't they supposed to have severed all ties?
However, thinking that perhaps this was what was called male camaraderie, Xi Wang Mu didn't dwell on it. After apologizing to Xu Fang, she left.
The Immortal Court had just begun, and there were indeed many matters that needed to be handled.
When Dong Wang Gong saw Xi Wang Mu disappear, he let out a long sigh of relief.
Then he looked at Xu Fang and immediately felt a sense of despair again. He immediately put his hands on his head and squatted on the ground.
"Let's get this straight, don't hit me in the face! I am, after all, the Lord of the Immortal Court now. Show me some face!"