The choice of envoy was a grave matter.
First and foremost, they had to possess sufficient courage.
"An envoy to the Eastern Wilderness Mountain Range" could easily be called a mission of certain death.
That "Mysterious Senior" had once instantly killed eight "Nascent Soul Ancestors." It was rumored he had also condensed a "Golden Body of Merit" and kept two "True Dragons" as pets.
If, by some misstep, the "Mysterious Senior" was displeased, one could die without even knowing how!
Moreover, the chances of the "Mysterious Senior" becoming displeased were very high, exceedingly high!
After all, the "Great Xin Dynasty" had already twice organized and premeditatedly provoked the "Mysterious Senior" in the "Eastern Wilderness Mountain Range," only to be utterly routed and slaughtered by him!
The animosity ran deep.
This time, on this mission to the "Eastern Wilderness Mountain Range," the envoy would likely be killed long before they even met the "Mysterious Senior."
The risk factor was off the charts!
So, could they dispatch an unknown "nobody" as an envoy?
If a "nobody" died, so be it. The "Great Xin Dynasty" had countless "minor characters" to spare!
However, this approach wouldn't work either.
Why?
Because it would be disrespectful to the "Mysterious Senior"!
Sending a "nobody" as an envoy—who did they think they were looking down upon?
If such a thing were done, the misunderstanding between the two sides might not be resolved; instead, their animosity would only deepen.
Therefore, they needed to find someone who could achieve both objectives.
Someone who wasn't afraid of death but also held a sufficiently high status!
This...
The various "Nascent Soul Ancestors" exchanged glances, falling into a profound silence.
The atmosphere once again became heavy and somber!
Logically speaking, they, the "Nascent Soul Ancestors," were the most suitable candidates for the envoy.
Firstly, their high status meant that having them as envoys would not be seen as slighting the "Mysterious Senior."
Secondly, "Nascent Soul Ancestors" possessed formidable strength. Who didn't have a few "trump cards for survival"? If the situation turned unfavorable, they could escape at the first sign, greatly increasing their chances of survival.
The reasoning was sound, yet no one was willing to volunteer as the unlucky envoy.
Wouldn't it be better to live a good life? Why seek death?
After a silence of more than ten minutes, not a single person stepped forward to volunteer.
A bunch of good-for-nothings!
"Wang Gebi" expressed his dissatisfaction. He let out a heavy snort and stepped forward.
Upon seeing this, the others felt both joy and anxiety.
"No, Your Majesty, absolutely not!"
"Your Majesty, you are the Son of Heaven, you must not risk yourself!"
"Your Majesty, please reconsider!"
"Wang Gebi"'s expression darkened further. He rolled his eyes dismissively.
What were they thinking?
Did they think he was going to personally act as the envoy?
He wasn't that foolish!
"Wang Gebi" cleared his throat and announced in a loud voice.
"I have decided to send my four betrothed consorts as envoys to the Eastern Wilderness Mountain Range!"
Damn!
This...
The "Nascent Soul Ancestors" were stunned.
They looked at "Wang Gebi" in disbelief!
Your Majesty, you are truly willing to part with them!
Wang Gebi's four betrothed consorts.
Fallen Fish Fairy, Roaming Goose Fairy, Hidden Moon Fairy, and Shamed Flower Fairy.
Each more beautiful than the last, capable of toppling nations.
Most importantly, these four fairies were all at the "late-stage Nascent Soul realm" cultivation.
They were specially cultivated by the "Dragon Tiger Heavenly Sect" for "Wang Gebi."
The four consorts practiced unique cultivation techniques that were highly beneficial to male cultivators.
"Wang Gebi" had originally planned to use the power of the "Four Consorts" to achieve a "perfect breakthrough" when he reached the "Body Integration realm"!
Now, however, circumstances were urgent, and "Wang Gebi" intended to use the "Four Consorts" to placate the "Mysterious Senior" first.
Hearing "Wang Gebi"'s words, a touching melody spontaneously arose in the ears of the assembled "Nascent Soul Ancestors."
Love is a green light, so wonderful...
Such magnanimity! Such vision!
At the same time, the "Nascent Soul Ancestors" felt a sense of inadequacy compared to His Majesty the Emperor, "Wang Gebi."
They were utterly inferior.
What a grand perspective!
It was precisely because "Wang Gebi" possessed such a grand perspective that he could secure the throne, while others could only follow him and be commanded by "Wang Gebi."
After the council concluded, the "Nascent Soul Ancestors" took their leave one by one.
As they departed, it felt as though they were walking on lush green grass.
Yes, the palace grounds seemed to have transformed into a verdant meadow!
Heh, hehehe...
"Wang Gebi" paid them no mind. Once all the "Nascent Soul Ancestors" had exited, he suddenly called out to the Sect Master of the "Dragon Tiger Heavenly Sect," the Heavenly Master "Dong Xuanzi"!
"Old Heavenly Master, please wait. I have a few matters to discuss with you!"
"Heavenly Master Dong Xuanzi" understood immediately. Without hesitation, he turned and re-entered the council hall.
This old Heavenly Master, with his youthful appearance despite his white hair and profound understanding of self-preservation, entered the "council hall" and flicked his sleeve.
Clang!
The "council hall" door slammed shut.
Simultaneously, a defensive formation rose, sealing the hall from the outside.
The defensive formation shimmered with divine light, incredibly mysterious, making it impossible for even the strongest "divine sense" to penetrate the discussions within the "council hall."
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The Eastern Wilderness Mountain Range.
Purple Jade Bamboo Grove.
Inside the cave.
"Anonymous Senior" was gleefully counting the recently acquired "merit willpower."
Ever since the "statue of worship" was erected, the "merit willpower" he received had skyrocketed.
Furthermore, due to the existence of the "Merit and Destiny Network," the "statue of worship" possessed divine properties and could fulfill the "prayers" of believers.
This ordinary "statue of worship" was now as powerful as a "merit statue" crafted from "merit stones"!
Coupled with the incredibly successful "showing off" he had recently performed, making two "little blood dragons" call him "Dad" in front of everyone!
"Anonymous Senior" had not only gained many "devout believers" but also a considerable number of "divine envoys."
Each "divine envoy" could generate 1 "merit point."
In a short period, the "merit points" accumulated by "Anonymous Senior" had exceeded one thousand.
Hehehe...
This feels great!
He felt his future was bright. If this trend continued, he believed he would soon be able to condense a true "Golden Body of Merit."
Condensing a complete "Golden Body of Merit" required approximately one hundred billion "merit points."
"Anonymous Senior" already possessed one thousand "merit points."
One hundred billion "merit points," one thousand "merit points."
Well, the difference wasn't much, not much at all!
Just as "Anonymous Senior" was lost in his fantasies, a familiar system prompt sounded in his mind.
[Ding! Congratulations to the host. His Majesty Emperor "Wang Gebi" of the "Great Xin Dynasty" has developed hatred towards you. Hatred value +9999... Current Hatred Level: Five Stars (To the Death)]
[Ding! Congratulations to the host. Sect Master of the "Dragon Tiger Heavenly Sect," Heavenly Master "Dong Xuanzi," has developed hatred towards you. Hatred value +9999... Current Hatred Level: Five Stars (To the Death)]
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