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Yang Mingli chuckled and waved his hand, saying, "No worries, no worries! We will surely complete our tasks and quietly await General Nanyang's return."

Although the demon calamity remains unresolved and the Southern Emperor still lurks outside,

at least the Great Nan Continent has survived another ordeal.

As for the Southern Emperor, as long as we unite, we can always come up with a solution.

Just then, Feng Xi sensed something unusual.

The pale little girl finally managed a faint smile on her face, but upon hearing Monk Zhi Kong's words, her smile quickly vanished, and even her breathing halted.

"Come with me."

Suppressing the excitement in her heart, Feng Xi called Ye Lan aside and set up a soundproof barrier in front of her: "I know that Nanyang is cautious and doesn't want others to be too involved in his affairs, but under these circumstances, we cannot have second thoughts. If there's anything that can help him..."

The elegant woman paused briefly, seriously locking eyes with Ye Lan, speaking each word with determination: "Even if it costs my life, it's worth it."

"So, can you tell me what's happening? Where has he gone?"

"..."

Ye Lan clenched the Demon Slaying Order in her hand tightly. The warm Emperor's Aura inside could not give her any sense of security at this moment.

"The North Continent... sent someone over... about the fall of the Shenxu Patriarch..."

Not even waiting for the words to finish, Feng Xi's face had already turned deathly pale.

She certainly had not considered that Monk Zhi Kong's casual recount of Nanyang's words would turn out to be such a cataclysmic event.

"I need to return to the sect. The Great Nan Continent is in your hands, my lords."

Ye Lan released the Demon Slaying Order, no longer hesitating, turned, and swiftly headed outside the Prefecture City.

She had once brought Shen Yi into the Three Immortals Sect, and now that something has happened, even if she cannot help, she must be present.

...

Meanwhile.

Shenxu Mountain.

Led by Qian Feng Taoist, other Peak Masters were all present in the hall, yet they did not exhibit any demeanor of a Peak Master. Instead, they resembled errand boys, carefully attending to the several unfamiliar figures in the hall.

Tianwu Ancestor, Jade Pond Ancestor, Shen Mountain Ancestor...

A full six giants, along with their own Shenxu Ancestor, nearly encompassing all the Immortal Sects within the Great Nan Continent.

"It's been so long; when is your old slumberer going to wake up?"

Tianwu Ancestor glanced at the spiritual tea courteously brought by Qian Feng Taoist, his eyes looking askance, his face full of impatience.

Moreover, right in front of so many fellow Daoists and the disciples, he pointed out the true form of the Shenxu Ancestor, showing not the slightest bit of courtesy.

Although the other ancestors listened without agreeing, they merely smiled faintly.

"..."

In the past, Qian Feng Taoist would have been furious, but now, knowing what a greedy creature his ancestor was, despite having his face shamed and a slightly awkward smile, he quickly adjusted his demeanor: "I have already requested Master, though I haven't received a response yet. However, if we calculate the time, it should be soon. I ask all senior uncles to wait a little longer."

"Who is your senior uncle? I refuse to be the brother of that old worm. Don't try to forge connections."

Tianwu Ancestor let out a cold laugh: "If he doesn't come out soon, I'll take action and destroy his Shenxu Mountain."

Upon hearing this, not only Qian Feng Taoist but also the other Peak Masters wore bitter expressions, slightly lowering their heads.

In an instant, Qian Feng seemed to receive some message, paused momentarily.

He put down the spiritual tea in his hand and spoke softly: "All seniors, my Master has awoken."

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