"Your Highness Jiu Jiu, the special envoy from Yingzhou Sword Sect has arrived!"
Just as "Wang Jiu Jiu" was contemplating matters of "Nine Dragons Seizing the Heir" and "Ten Dragons Seizing the Heir," a "Great New Cultivator" approached and bowed to "Wang Jiu Jiu" with utmost respect.
"Wang Jiu Jiu's" thoughts were instantly pulled back to reality.
"Good, prepare the finest immortal tea. I wish to entertain the envoy!"
A quarter of an hour later.
In the most luxurious cabin of the "Great New Treasure Ship," "Wang Jiu Jiu" and the "Yingzhou Sword Sect envoy" were seated as hosts and guests.
After three rounds of immortal tea.
"Yingzhou Sword Sect envoy" said: Good tea, excellent tea!
"Wang Jiu Jiu" replied: Not at all!
"Yingzhou Sword Sect envoy" said: Welcome!
"Wang Jiu Jiu" responded: Thank you, thank you!
...
After some insignificant pleasantries,
"Wang Jiu Jiu" exchanged a look.
The "Great New Cultivators" serving in the cabin understood, and they quietly withdrew, leaving "Wang Jiu Jiu" and the "Yingzhou Sword Sect envoy" to confer in private.
After the "Great New Cultivators" departed.
"Wang Jiu Jiu" flicked his fingers casually.
Swish, swish, swish!
Mysterious spiritual lights rose, quickly enveloping the entire cabin, sealing it from the outside.
From this moment on, the cabin became a secure secret room, impenetrable to any eavesdroppers.
"Mr. Ryuu, when can the three statues of merit be erected at the earliest?"
"Wang Jiu Jiu" asked with impatience.
His most crucial mission for this overseas excursion was to construct three "statues of merit."
The "Ten Thousand Year Grand Plan" of "Tianlong Dharma King" was unimaginably vast and complex. Although much of it had been sabotaged by Wang Jianguo, its foundation remained unshaken and it was still proceeding methodically.
Among its stages, the construction of "statues of merit" and the collection of immense "power of merit" were the primary objectives of this phase of the "Ten Thousand Year Grand Plan."
Once the three "statues of merit" were erected, "Wang Jiu Jiu's" mission would be ninety-nine percent complete, a monumental achievement!
With this "unparalleled merit," he could realize his "ultimate life ambition" and contend for the "throne of Great New"!
"Nine Dragons Seizing the Heir" had become "Ten Dragons Seizing the Heir," the thought alone made him ecstatic!
"Wang Jiu Jiu's" gaze was filled with fervent anticipation as he looked at "Mr. Ryuu" opposite him.
"Mr. Ryuu" was the special envoy from the "Penglai Sword Sect," representing the "Penglai Sword Sect" in its dealings with the "Great New Dynasty."
Although the "Three Immortal Sword Sects" were united in purpose and claimed to act in concert, they were, after all, three independent sects with no hierarchical relationship. It was impossible for each sect not to have its own "little schemes" and "hidden agendas."
For example, in the current alliance between the "Three Immortal Sword Sects" and the "Great New Dynasty," the "Yingzhou Sword Sect" was primarily spearheading the initiative, while the other two, the "Fangzhang Sword Sect" and the "Penglai Sword Sect," were not particularly enthusiastic.
The "Fangzhang Sword Sect" had always been aloof and detached, generally uninterested in matters beyond "Three Immortal Island."
The "Great New Dynasty," located far away on the Central Continent, was of even less concern to them.
Forming an alliance with such a distant power seemed too troublesome and unnecessary!
The "Penglai Sword Sect's" attitude was even more passive; they were decidedly reluctant to ally with the "Great New Dynasty."
According to information from the Central Continent,
The "Great New Dynasty" had been aggressively attacking the major "cultivation sects" on the Central Continent, showing a clear ambition to conquer all.
The "Penglai Sword Sect" had reason to suspect that allying with the "Great New Dynasty" was akin to "inviting a wolf into the house."
If the "Great New Dynasty," after establishing a foothold overseas, were to turn on them and launch a massive assault on "Three Immortal Island," the situation would be extremely precarious!
The "Yingzhou Sword Sect" understood this logic as well.
However, the "Great New Dynasty" offered too much.
Indeed, the "Great New Dynasty" had long since launched a financial offensive against the "Yingzhou Sword Sect."
The "Endless Outer Seas" were, after all, not as prosperous as the "Central Continent."
Many "heavenly materials and earthly treasures" were simply unavailable overseas, only produced on the "Central Continent."
Furthermore, the levels of alchemy and Qi cultivation on the "Central Continent" were generally superior to those in the "Endless Outer Seas."
To win over the "Yingzhou Sword Sect," the "Great New Dynasty" had provided them with vast quantities of resources, including, but not limited to, elixirs, magical artifacts, and spirit stones...
When one accepts gifts, one feels indebted.
Having received so many benefits from the "Great New Dynasty," the "Yingzhou Sword Sect" naturally had to deliver.
During this period, the "Yingzhou Sword Sect" had actively lobbied the "Fangzhang Sword Sect" and the "Penglai Sword Sect," their tongues almost worn dry.
The "Penglai Sword Sect" still held reservations, but the "Fangzhang Sword Sect" had slightly softened its stance.
The "Three Immortal Sword Sects," regardless of size, resolved differences through voting, with the minority obeying the majority.
With both the "Yingzhou Sword Sect" and the "Fangzhang Sword Sect" leaning towards an alliance, the "Penglai Sword Sect" alone could not prevent it.
Thus, "Wang Jiu Jiu" was in a position to be dispatched to "Three Immortal Island."
Yet now, "Wang Jiu Jiu" was immediately inquiring about the construction of the "statues of merit," acting with excessive haste and immaturity!
"Mr. Ryuu," the special envoy of the "Penglai Sword Sect," was a handsome man in his forties, possessing an elegant and refined demeanor.
He fanned himself gently with a folding fan and lifted his teacup, taking a slow sip of the immortal tea.
Using the action of drinking tea, "Mr. Ryuu" discreetly concealed the disdain in his eyes.
A callow youth, unreliable in his dealings!
It was still uncertain whether the "Great New Dynasty" and the "Three Immortal Sword Sects" would form a successful alliance, yet "Wang Jiu Jiu" was already thinking about constructing the "statues of merit." Hmph, what a pipe dream!
Even if the alliance succeeded, the "Yingzhou Sword Sect" would never permit the "Great New Dynasty" to erect "statues of merit" on "Three Immortal Island."
Once the "statues of merit" were established, all the mortals on "Three Immortal Island" would begin to worship "Tianlong Dharma King," thereby undermining the very foundation of the "Yingzhou Sword Sect"!
The "Yingzhou Sword Sect" advocated for an alliance with the "Great New Dynasty" because they wished to benefit from the "Great New Dynasty," not to be taken advantage of by it!
"Mr. Ryuu" pondered these matters as he slowly savored the immortal tea.
"Wang Jiu Jiu," consumed by urgency, only wanted to quickly finalize the matter of constructing the "statues of merit" and secure this "great achievement." He spoke again, urging him on.
"Mr. Ryuu, time waits for no one. Speak quickly, when can the three statues of merit be built?"
Idiot!
"Mr. Ryuu" cursed inwardly.
Had it been his own preference, he would have ignored "Wang Jiu Jiu."
However, recalling the "massive aid" from the "Great New Dynasty"—elixirs, magical artifacts, spirit stones—it was truly irresistible.
Thus, "Mr. Ryuu" set down his teacup and, with forced patience, said to "Wang Jiu Jiu."
"Crown Prince Jiu Jiu, please be patient. This matter requires careful consideration!"