Yuanen Yehui did not hide anything, recounting the entire chain of events to everyone…
Tang Wulin pondered, "It seems Yehui was just incredibly lucky. If Xie Xie had been a day late, that Life Force might have disappeared. Truly a close call!"
Xu Xiaoyan echoed, "Yes, yes, even though I haven't seen it myself, from Yehui's description, that Life Force is probably stronger than the one released by Elder Ya Li's Martial Soul. Could it be…"
Ye Xinglan raised an eyebrow and said, "Could that force be one of the powers that surrounded Demon Island back then?"
Yue Zhengyu glanced at her and confidently stated, "No need to think about it, it definitely is. Otherwise, how could such a thing be in a remote place like Demon Island?"
Xu Lizhi interrupted, saying, "Everyone, let's not dwell on this. Since Xie Xie has been revived, let's celebrate properly!!"
Xie Xie nodded slightly, clapped his hands, and said, "Lizhi is right. I'll treat everyone to a meal. Oh, remember to invite the Elders of the Sea God Pavilion!"
...
Spirit Pagoda!
With a grim expression, Di Tian addressed Gu Yuena, "Lord, the Blacksmith Association did not agree with our proposal!"
"Could it be that other forces have intervened, forming an alliance?"
Gu Yuena calmly considered this and denied it, saying, "No… that's not possible. I know my teacher well. The Blacksmith Association's refusal should have nothing to do with other forces!"
"However, the Spirit Pagoda is in great need of resources. I'll personally visit the Blacksmith Association!"
Just as she finished speaking, Bi Ji walked in respectfully and said, "Lord, the President of the Blacksmith Association seeks an audience!"
Gu Yuena was surprised and said, "Teacher has come in person?? Quickly, let him in!"
Bi Ji acknowledged and turned to inform…
Soon, Zhen Hua entered the room, looking at Gu Yuena with his first glance…
"Gu Yue"
Gu Yuena showed a complex expression but still carried some respect as she said, "Teacher, why have you come in person?"
Zhen Hua stroked his beard, "I heard that the Spirit Pagoda wants to purchase weapons and equipment on a large scale, so I guessed you might be in some trouble and came immediately!"
Gu Yuena replied without showing any emotion, "So that's how it is. I'm sorry for worrying you, Teacher. But the Spirit Pagoda isn't in any difficulty. It's just that with the increase in Soul Masters, we need more weapons and equipment!"
"I see, perhaps I was overthinking!"
Gu Yuena smiled slightly and gestured, "Teacher, please have a seat!"
Zhen Hua, without pretense, immediately sat down…
Gu Yuena then looked at Di Tian, signaling, "Di Tian, you may withdraw for now. I want to speak with Teacher alone!"
Di Tian had no objections, replying in a deep voice, "Yes, Lord!"
Upon leaving the Council Hall, Di Tian encountered the Titan Ape in human form…
He was slightly surprised and said, "Titan Ape? Why have you come out from the Ten Thousand Beast Platform?"
This was the first time he had met the latter outside the Ten Thousand Beast Platform!
The Titan Ape glanced at him and truthfully replied, "I have something to discuss with Gu Yuena!"
Di Tian explained, "The Lord is currently in discussion with the President of the Blacksmith Association and is temporarily unavailable!"
The Titan Ape decisively turned, "I see. I'll come back after she finishes the discussion then!"
Di Tian frowned and stopped him, "Wait, Titan Ape, what about the damage to the soul beasts inside the Ten Thousand Beast Platform?"
The Titan Ape paused and sighed, "We've lost about a third of the soul beasts!"
Though the number isn't large, it undeniably greatly hampers progress!
Di Tian was silent for a moment before responding, "A third, huh? The Spirit Pagoda will speed up the creation of soul beasts here. I leave the Ten Thousand Beast Platform to you and the Azure Oxpython!"
The disruptive Qiangu Qingfeng has been dealt with, so no one should interfere!
The Titan Ape lifted his leg again and said calmly, "Of course, reviving the Soul Beast Clan is also the wish of my brother and myself!"
...
As Dai Yun'er was lost in thought, the previously departing soldiers of the Xingluo Empire neatly approached.
The leading man cautiously inquired, "Her Royal Highness the Princess, His Majesty the Emperor ordered us to pack your things for you. What do you think…"
Even though they didn't know why His Majesty the Emperor canceled her confinement, they just needed to carry out the orders!
Upon hearing this, Dai Yun'er took a deep breath and cast a glance at them without emotion, "There's no need, I can do it myself."
The man swallowed, summoned his courage, and said, "That won't do; you are Her Royal Highness the Princess. How can we let you do such things yourself?"
He paused, then yelled at the other soldiers, "Don't just stand there. Help Her Royal Highness the Princess pack her things!"
If His Majesty the Emperor found out, they'd lose their heads!
Already in a foul mood, Dai Yun'er snapped, "Don't you understand human language? I said I can do it myself!"
Since she was leaving the Star Luo Empire Palace anyway, she didn't want any more preferential treatment!
The soldier shuddered and immediately kneeled, deeply frightened, "Her Royal Highness the Princess, please don't make things difficult for us!"
The other soldiers immediately lowered their heads, clearly indicating they wouldn't let her leave otherwise!
Dai Yun'er wanted to scold again, but realizing they had no choice, she said expressionlessly, "You… very well, after today I am no longer the Star Luo Empire's Princess, follow me."
The soldiers finally breathed a sigh of relief, "Thank you, Her Royal Highness the Princess!!"
With that, they followed her into the palace to pack up her belongings…
...
Returning to his palace, Dai Yueyan felt an inexplicable restlessness in his heart…
Soon after, a flood of regret surged over him…
If he had just agreed with Yun'er, would she have really stayed in the palace forever?
But if he did that, wouldn't he be too selfish?
However, no one was there to answer him…
Meanwhile, outside the palace, a soldier's loud voice rang out, "Report... Reporting to His Majesty the Emperor, as per your instructions, we have packed Her Royal Highness the Princess's belongings!"
Dai Yueyan wanted to stand up suddenly but suppressed the urge, and asked in a deep voice, "Has she already left?"
The soldier immediately replied, "Yes, Your Majesty the Emperor, Her Royal Highness the Princess left the palace a few minutes ago, but she didn't inform us where she was going!"
Dai Yueyan nodded and asked again, "What did she take?"
The soldier cautiously replied, "She only took some personal clothing and didn't take any of the items you prepared, Your Majesty the Emperor!"
Then, with a face full of hesitation, he asked, "Um, Your Majesty the Emperor, should we dispatch some Soul Masters to protect her secretly?"
Just because she left the Star Luo Empire Palace doesn't mean Dai Yun'er isn't still Her Royal Highness the Princess!
She might encounter unknown dangers!
For instance, evil Soul Masters of the Holy Spirit Cult!