Li Xuan left the Ghost Domain and directly departed after exiting the Black Sea.
Li Yao was in Li Xuan's Zhen Prison, and with Xiao Bai's intervention, Li Yao's injuries had basically stabilized. A few days of rest would be enough for him to fully recover. The objective of this trip had been successfully accomplished, and Li Xuan had no further worries.
On the cloud ship, Yang Xiao and Qin Guang exchanged a glance on the deck but remained silent. Neither of them asked Li Xuan where he was going, maintaining a tacit understanding.
Half a month later, the cloud ship gradually slowed and stopped.
Yang Xiao and Qin Guang, who were in their rooms, suddenly opened their eyes and immediately appeared on the deck.
"Young Master." Li Xuan was already standing on the deck, and Yang Xiao and Qin Guang immediately bowed and saluted.
Li Xuan nodded slightly and then smiled, "All this way, haven't you two planned to ask me how I intend to arrange for you?"
Upon hearing this, Yang Xiao and Qin Guang exchanged a glance, then spoke with a wry smile, "We trust you, Young Master. We will accept whatever arrangements you make for us."
Li Xuan smiled upon hearing this, "Your words make me have to consider this seriously. Let's go, we'll assess the situation first."
After speaking, Li Xuan looked down at the continent below, then with a thought, he put away the cloud ship. Yang Xiao and Qin Guang looked down then, and were both stunned.
Maya Continent.
Although Yang Xiao and Qin Guang had been in the Ghost Domain since their return, they were still quite knowledgeable about the various powers in the four-dimensional space. This Maya Continent was the headquarters of the Star Radiance Merchant Guild. It could be said that the dominant force on Maya Continent was that Star Radiance Merchant Guild.
Of course, in Yang Xiao and Qin Guang's impression, the Star Radiance Merchant Guild was famously wealthy; otherwise, they wouldn't have branches on various continental planets. Among the spiritual master lineage, wealth was equivalent to resources. Not to mention being a merchant guild, the Star Radiance Merchant Guild lacked nothing.
Li Xuan didn't disclose the specifics, and the two also implicitly did not inquire. Having served as subordinates for so many years, they naturally understood what questions should not be asked.
Star Radiance City.
Li Xuan glanced at the city's name and then walked in directly.
While it was called a city, the entire city was actually the headquarters of the Star Radiance Merchant Guild. However, relatively speaking, the true core area was located in the central part of the city.
Soon, the three of Li Xuan arrived before the central area. A grand pavilion soared into the clouds, its summit barely visible. The pavilion was enormous; Li Xuan estimated it to be about a hundred meters wide. Combined with its height, the headquarters of the Star Radiance Merchant Guild was truly magnificent.
To Yang Xiao and Qin Guang's surprise, Li Xuan seemed to be walking directly into the interior of the headquarters. After all, the headquarters of the Star Radiance Merchant Guild was not a place that just anyone could enter. Even the leaders of other continental powers would likely not be able to enter so directly without an invitation.
What was even more astonishing was that not a single person from the Star Radiance Merchant Guild came out to stop them. In fact, one could hardly see any people in the vast Star Radiance Merchant Guild. And even those few individuals visible were low-ranking maids and attendants of the Star Radiance Merchant Guild.
"Let's go." Li Xuan glanced at Yang Xiao and Qin Guang and then smiled slightly.
As they walked, Li Xuan was certain that his Sister Xuan knew of his arrival, which was why no one had stopped them. However, it was somewhat surprising to Li Xuan that Sister Xuan had not come out to greet him.
"Your Excellency, the young lady is aware of your arrival. However, she is currently meeting with guests. Please wait a moment." As Li Xuan and his two companions entered the second floor, an elder suddenly appeared and blocked their path, stating,
"Alright." Li Xuan nodded upon hearing this and continued to walk forward. However, his steps were soon halted by the elder.
Seeing this, Li Xuan frowned slightly and then looked at the elder, saying, "Even if she is meeting guests, I can't move freely within the Star Radiance Merchant Guild?"
The elder also frowned and replied, "Your Excellency, except for the young lady and the Grand Pavilion Master, no one is an exception. Therefore, please wait here."
Li Xuan immediately laughed and then turned to look at Yang Xiao and Qin Guang, saying, "Kill them."
Yang Xiao and Qin Guang were both stunned, but in the next moment, they took action. Although the elder possessed the strength of a mid-stage Dao Attainment realm, he lasted less than ten breaths in the hands of Yang Xiao and Qin Guang.
"How dare you! You dare to commit murder and violence at our Star Radiance Merchant Guild headquarters!" As the elder was killed, an enraged roar echoed through the sky.
In the next instant, a powerful aura instantly lunged towards Li Xuan. Seeing this, Qin Guang and Yang Xiao's expressions tensed, and they immediately appeared before Li Xuan. They knew in their hearts that Li Xuan's strength would not be able to withstand it.
"Two late-stage Dao Attainment realm powerhouses, is this your confidence!" As Yang Xiao and Qin Guang unleashed their aura, the previous voice sounded again. Immediately after, several figures appeared; they were all late-stage Dao Attainment realm powerhouses.
Seeing this, Yang Xiao and Qin Guang's expressions became extremely solemn. If it were a one-on-one battle, they would not be afraid. However, this was the headquarters of the Star Radiance Merchant Guild, and they were outnumbered. For a moment, their gazes turned to Li Xuan.
They knew of the existence of Emperor Ye, and it seemed only Emperor Ye could hold his ground in this situation.
"I want to know, is this your own idea, or is someone behind you?" Li Xuan frowned as he looked at the five appearing figures, then walked through Yang Xiao and Qin Guang to the front, facing the five and asking.
The five figures' expressions showed a hint of evasion, but they quickly regained their composure.
"Your Excellency, we do not understand your words. However, the fact is that you have killed someone at our Star Radiance Merchant Guild headquarters. This is undeniable!" an elder said sternly, then his gaze flickered. After exchanging glances with the other four, they immediately shot towards Li Xuan.
Li Xuan's expression turned extremely grim. Just as he was about to make a move, a figure appeared before him.
This person was Emperor Ye.
Li Xuan was stunned. He had not contacted Emperor Ye this time. Li Xuan valued Emperor Ye's three opportunities to act very highly; it would be too cheap and unworthy to waste one like this.
"It's not that I want to repay the wager early, but with your current strength, you probably cannot face these fellows. Furthermore, if I don't act, your Sister Xuan might also lose her life." Emperor Ye said, then glanced upwards. With a thought, the five late-stage Dao Attainment realm powerhouses' bodies flickered.
"You wait here, I'll handle the rest. Don't worry, this time doesn't count towards the wager." Emperor Ye said, then moved and vanished from his spot.
Upon hearing this, Li Xuan's expression changed drastically. Sister Xuan was in danger?!