395: Interests move people

The strange atmosphere continued.

The Star Spirit Clan Elder's face was extremely unpleasant, and his hands were trembling slightly.

He didn't even dare to look back at Lu Yiyi.

This was an accident; he didn't think Lu Yiyi had done it on purpose, but rather it was a small mishap in the process of pursuing benefits.

However---the implications were far too great.

Unbeknownst to them, it had dismantled the Star Spirit Clan's monopoly.

A tiny accident, like a butterfly flapping its wings, had stirred up a terrifying storm across the Cosmos.

It could very well lead to the danger of clan extinction!

"It's nothing more than a clever trick."

The Star Spirit Clan Elder said softly.

Lu Yiyi quickly reacted;

"Huh? Why... didn't he demonstrate it?"

Yes.

Lu Yiyi began her counterattack, even shifting the focus away from the jade tablet and turning her spearhead towards the other Great Clans.

Learning a Martial Skill out of thin air?

This person was found by you.

Could it be... an act?

The Star Spirit Clan Elder suddenly understood, looked back at Lu Yiyi, his eyes filled with admiration and respect.

Yes.

He actually hadn't considered that possibility.

It was entirely possible the other side was acting, just to find an excuse to deal a blow to the Star Spirit Clan.

After all, the Star Spirit Clan had been reaping immense profits from the Boundary Reduction.

The representative from the Calamity Mercenary Group's face darkened.

He was the one who had found that person.

It became impossible to explain clearly.

The representative from the Mechanical Race stared intently at the Calamity Mercenary Group member, waiting for him to speak.

"Lu Yiyi, don't you dare make false accusations."

He said angrily;

"I even suspect you are the ones playing tricks."

"Acting so ruthlessly, not even leaving a chance for a Soul Search, are you trying to pin the blame on our Calamity Mercenary Group?"

"You've already made enough from the Boundary Reduction. It seems it's still not enough to satisfy your greed."

Lu Yiyi sneered;

"Heh, so someone couldn't help but jump out, right? Thinking the Star Spirit Clan is profiting hugely from the Boundary Reduction, so you found this opportunity, is that it?"

"Since that's the case, then let's just stop the Boundary Reduction."

"Perfect, no one needs to invest resources into it anymore, cutting off any thoughts of letting our Star Spirit Clan line its own pockets."

After speaking.

She directly left the venue.

Everyone looked at each other in confusion.

It was an immature move.

The Boundary Reduction.

Had collapsed.

Or rather, under Lu Yiyi's forceful announcement, the Boundary Reduction project was directly halted.

Instead.

This made her guilt seem even more apparent.

Within the Calamity Chaos, there truly was a Sharp Weapon to deal with the Star Spirit Clan.

The miraculous jade tablet.

The Secret Technique learned directly.

Tsk tsk---Star Spirit Clan, you're doomed.

The Star Spirit Clan members left, but the others remained without a word.

It was almost certain that such a thing existed within the Calamity Chaos.

Lu Yiyi had made an operational error and brought it out.

However.

The Boundary Reduction couldn't proceed without Lu Yiyi either.

Now, Lu Yiyi stopping the Boundary Reduction was to protect herself.

"I think things won't be that simple."

Someone from the Mechanical Race spoke up;

"After all, the Calamity Chaos isn't Lu Yiyi's personal playground!"

"The Cosmos is vast; those who can enter the Calamity Chaos aren't limited to just Lu Yiyi!"

After speaking.

He stood up and continued;

"Everyone, my Mechanical Race will prepare all the sacrificial materials. I wonder about the rest of you---"

Silence, the same silence.

The Mechanical Race was stating it plainly.

If Lu Yiyi won't do it, I will!

This was the best opportunity to stab a Peak race in the back.

"Materials... our Calamity Mercenary Group isn't lacking either. The Boundary Reduction is good for the Cosmos; it should continue."

The Calamity Mercenary Group member also spoke up.

The Insect Race directly left.

They had never liked the Boundary Reduction anyway; Lu Yiyi quitting was exactly what they wanted.

They slipped away---As for the Spirit Race, they were very cautious.

But in this situation, with clear cosmic turmoil, their Spirit Race had to take a stance and position themselves.

"Spirit Stones, our Spirit Race has plenty."

The Spirit Race representative said;

"The square crystals required for the Sacrifice will be provided by our Spirit Race."

The Tiangong Clan representative chuckled.

He just nodded.

He was bound to participate.

War was good for them, as it could boost their clan's business.

Especially a war between Peak races.

The Ghost Race representative's face was gloomy.

Until the end, it did not speak.

Clearly, the Ghost Race's stance was to not get involved.

A peaceful cosmic environment was better for selling timing.

If a real war broke out, with clan fortunes burning, the price of timing would fall.

They were the opposite of the Tiangong Clan.

Finally.

The Mechanical Race left.

The Tiangong Clan representative gave the Ghost Race a cold glance before departing.

The other races also left.

The Cosmos, turmoil was imminent!

---The Star Spirit Clan was practically in an uproar.

Internal voices condemning Lu Yiyi were endless.

But Lu Yiyi's faction wasn't made of cowards either; their words were harsh.

Damn!

When there was food to eat, Miss Lu was a good person.

Now that someone has smashed the pot, Miss Lu becomes the sinner?

You bunch of ungrateful wolves, dogs that can't be tamed!

The language was fierce.

It was practically pointing a middle finger in your face and cursing you!

This led to great internal anger within the Star Spirit Clan.

Meanwhile, at The Ranking meeting;

"Now there's just one question: do you think I intentionally brought out that jade tablet?"

Lu Yiyi asked, her face frosty.

Those present at the meeting were all Star Spirit Clan members of The Ranking, their minds clear.

Intentionally brought it out?

How could that be!

"Alright, no one is saying you brought it out intentionally," someone said;

"However, the appearance of the jade tablet has created a terrifying crisis."

"Someone is moving against our Star Spirit Clan!"

"Lu Yiyi, it's best you don't leave the Star Spirit Clan for a while. I'm afraid..."

Lu Yiyi nodded, the frost on her face dissipating slightly;

"I know."

"However, without me, I believe they cannot enter the Calamity Chaos either."

"But, that Ruin---"

Someone else continued.

Here it comes.

Lu Yiyi's heart tightened.

As expected, even within the Star Spirit Clan, there was intense interest in the jade tablet.

No one could resist such temptation.

If they had the manufacturing process for the jade tablet.

Then the Star Spirit Clan would become great once again!

These fellows only see the benefits, not the risks.

The Cosmos, truly, interests stir the hearts of men.

Even Ye Su, who now has some foundation, dares not bring such a thing out.

What about the Peak Great Clans?

This kind of craft represents true monopoly, a monopoly on power, a step further than the Ghost Race's selling of timing.

The other Great Clans wouldn't just stand by and watch you complete the monopoly.

Coupled with the Mechanical Race's desperate need for war.

Using this as a pretext, war was inevitable.

"It's best not to touch it."

Lu Yiyi said.

In the meeting, someone's divine light flickered, revealing an inscrutable expression.

"Then let's change the question. Regardless of whether the Ruin in the Calamity Chaos gets developed or not, or anything else,"

"One point cannot be ignored: war is coming."

"We must prepare in advance."

"Once we discover any other race making a move, we absolutely must not be caught passive!"

On this point, almost everyone nodded.

The Star Spirit Clan wasn't made of cowards either.

If they really want to fight.

Then bring it on!