604: Who can resist such temptation?
Ten days later.
Crimson Sky Royal Palace.
Xie Weilou followed Guanshan Wine and Sikong Lan into a grand hall.
Inside the hall, many people had already gathered.
General Wei Wuyan, Marquis Chi Cang, Empress Yuan Jue, Old Man Rusty Sword, General Mo Lian, Your Highness Qin Fuguang, and others were all present.
Besides them, Xie Weilou saw a middle-aged man dressed in a long robe, carrying a blood-colored long saber on his back.
The aura emanating from this person was not weak; he was also a cultivator at the early Dongxuan Realm.
On the throne at the front was a middle-aged man with a dignified demeanor, who was none other than the Scarlet Sky Monarch, also at the early Dongxuan Realm.
A single palace, yet seven Dongxuan Realm cultivators were gathered, a truly formidable lineup.
And the most crucial person had yet to appear!
“Hmph!”
Marquis Chi Cang let out a cold snort, his gaze chilling as he stared at Xie Weilou.
Both of his sons had died by this man's hand, a blood debt he would surely reclaim.
Empress Yuan Jue and Old Man Rusty Sword also stared at Xie Weilou with grim expressions.
The Scarlet Sky Monarch scrutinized Xie Weilou, his expression somewhat peculiar, clearly already aware of some things.
Not only had Marquis Chi Cang's two sons died by this man's hand, but his own son, Wuxiang of Tianku Temple, and Old Man Rusty Sword's two disciples had also perished by this man's hand.
However, the matter of Xie Weilou slaying Qin Juefeng did not concern him too much; in his heart, Qin Juefeng and Yuan Jue were both rebellious traitors, and their deaths were nothing significant.
“......”
Xie Weilou directly ignored the three of them and casually found a seat.
Guanshan Wine and Sikong Lan smiled faintly and also sat down nearby; they were there today for one person: Ancestor Honglian!
“That middle-aged man in the blood-colored long robe is the Great Desert Wanderer, Xue Tianya, a powerful expert of the Dongxuan Realm.”
General Mo Lian transmitted a message to Xie Weilou.
She had previously mentioned the Chitian Ancient Kingdom's six Dongxuan Realm cultivators; now, with Ancestor Honglian's return and the Scarlet Sky Monarch's breakthrough, the Chitian Ancient Kingdom now had seven Dongxuan Realm cultivators.
“......”
Xie Weilou nodded slightly to General Mo Lian.
A few breaths later.
Qin Honglian, in a blood-red long dress, entered the hall.
Everyone in the hall stood up and bowed: “Greetings, Ancestor Honglian!”
They had all come because of Qin Honglian.
Only Qin Honglian had the prestige to gather all these Half-step Dongxuan and Dongxuan Realm cultivators here.
Qin Honglian glanced at everyone, her gaze lingering on Xie Weilou for a second before she said, “There’s no need for formalities, everyone, please sit.”
“......”
Only then did everyone sit down.
Qin Honglian casually found a seat and looked at everyone, saying, “The main reason I invited everyone here today is to discuss matters concerning Star Province.”
“Star Province!”
A glint flashed in the eyes of everyone present.
Star Province was mysterious and unfathomable, harboring great fortune, and even Dongxuan Realm cultivators dared not easily set foot there.
That region was coveted; if they could enter it and find some fortune, it might allow their cultivation to advance by leaps and bounds.
Qin Honglian said, “Star Province is extremely perilous, but it also contains many fortunes. I once entered it and obtained some good things, so I have some understanding of it. Besides those fortunes, there are also several ancient teleportation arrays there…”
“Several ancient teleportation arrays?”
Upon hearing this, everyone’s faces showed eagerness, and their bodies trembled, appearing extremely excited.
They were all people of the Great Desert and naturally longed to leave it; if they could find a teleportation array, they could depart the Great Desert.
Who could refuse such temptation?
“......”
Xie Weilou, however, was somewhat speechless.
This woman had previously said she knew of one ancient teleportation array, and now she claimed to know of several; her words could not be entirely trusted!
Qin Honglian said, “That’s right! Hidden within Star Province are ancient teleportation arrays that can allow one to cross the Great Desert and journey to more extraordinary lands. I believe many of you here yearn for the outside world.”
“The reason I’ve gathered everyone here this time is to attack Star Province. If all goes well, you will be able to leave the Barren Desert. Even if you cannot leave, you can still find heaven-defying fortunes within Star Province.”
She had to enter Star Province again because her lifespan was running out.
She needed to find a way to break through; only by advancing further could she extend her lifespan.
Xue Tianya asked in a deep voice, “May I ask, Ancestor Honglian, when do you plan to go to Star Province?”
He had traveled the Great Desert for many years, seeking teleportation arrays and heaven-defying fortunes, but unfortunately, he had found nothing.
He knew of Star Province’s extraordinary nature, but it was too dangerous, and he had no confidence whatsoever, daring not to set foot in it.
Ancestor Honglian intended to attack Star Province; she had been at the peak of the Dongxuan Realm a thousand years ago and had even entered Star Province, gaining some understanding of it.
With such a powerful figure presiding, this might be an excellent opportunity to enter Star Province.
He absolutely could not miss such an opportunity.
Qin Honglian stated directly, “We can depart in half a month. This is not compulsory; those who are interested can come along at that time. During this period, no matter what conflicts you may have, put them aside for now. Once we enter Star Province, I will not interfere with how you choose to resolve your conflicts!”
“......”
Everyone present fell into contemplation.
With Ancestor Honglian presiding, a trip to Star Province was worth trying; even if they couldn’t leave the Barren Desert, they might find great fortunes.
Qin Honglian poured a cup of wine and took a sip.
Xie Weilou transmitted a question: “Miss Honglian, do you know what place Tianhuang is?”
Qin Honglian’s hand, holding the wine cup, tightened slightly. She transmitted, “A thousand years ago, I obtained something left by an ancient cultivator in Star Province. According to what he left behind, he came from a place called Tianhuang Continent! Crossing the Great Desert might lead to Tianhuang Continent.”
“Tianhuang Continent?”
Xie Weilou’s eyes narrowed slightly.
Lin Qinghuang had told him to find her in Donghuang; he wondered what connection this Donghuang had with Tianhuang Continent?
He would have to continue investigating!
Marquis Chi Cang looked at Qin Honglian, cupped his fists, and said, “Since Ancestor has entered Star Province, you must have a map of it…”
The others also looked at Qin Honglian; the map was most crucial.
Qin Honglian said, “Star Province is too vast; I only have a partial map. But even so, with the map, you can avoid many dangers and find many fortunes. In half a month, I will share the map.”
Marquis Chi Cang suppressed his inner excitement, took a deep breath, and said, “In that case, we must go to Star Province.”
Compared to entering Star Province, what was expanding south?
He had only considered expanding south because there was no other opportunity before. Now that he had a chance to enter Star Province, he naturally wouldn't miss it.
As a Dongxuan Realm cultivator, who would be content to stay in this Great Desert their entire life?
Who didn't yearn for a more mysterious and extraordinary world?
Qin Honglian waved her hand and said, “There are only two weeks. During this time, everyone can prepare well. Going to Star Province is not a trivial matter; depart only after you are fully prepared! What needed to be said has been said. Now, everyone may disperse.”
“In that case, we shall go prepare first.”
Marquis Chi Cang and the others did not hesitate, leaving one after another. Time was limited, so they had to prepare early.
Qin Honglian put down her wine cup, stood up, and walked out of the hall. She transmitted to Xie Weilou, “Follow me.”
Xie Weilou glanced at Guanshan Wine and Sikong Lan, then rose and walked out of the hall…
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