177: The declaration of war from Jiyuan Holy Land! Xu Nian is leaving!

“A challenge?”

“What challenge?” Chu Yun asked subconsciously.

Meng Changzhong replied, “Reporting to Your Majesty, it’s a challenge issued to us by Ji Yuan Holy Land through Misty Rain Tower.”

“They invite Your Majesty and the powerhouses of our Great Xia Dynasty to go to Shattered Star Sea in half a month for a decisive battle!”

“To completely resolve the grievances between us and them!”

Shattered Star Sea, located in the northern region of Holy Land, is an ownerless Void Realm. The reason there are no living beings within it is because many areas in Shattered Star Sea have magnetic storms, making it a dangerous place for ordinary Cultivators.

Ji Yuan Holy Land choosing this place as the battlefield was somewhat unexpected.

Listening to Meng Changzhong’s words, a hint of interest appeared in Chu Yun’s eyes.

That Ji Yuan Holy Land would choose to issue a challenge to resolve their grievances was quite surprising.

“Chu Emperor, this Ji Yuan Holy Land is notorious within Holy Land. Now that two Late Stage Undying Realm Cultivators have died, their Origin Qi is greatly damaged.”

“At this critical juncture, they would actually choose to actively invite Chu Emperor to a decisive battle. There might be a conspiracy involved!”

At this moment, Fu Yang also recounted his understanding of Ji Yuan Holy Land and his views on the matter.

Meng Changzhong also spoke up, “Your Majesty, Ji Yuan Holy Land’s active challenge must not be that simple.”

“We could also choose to ignore this so-called challenge.”

As Prime Minister, Meng Changzhong’s every decision was based on the stable development of the Imperial Dynasty.

This challenge for a decisive battle, with the location in Shattered Star Sea, had too many variables and unstable factors.

However, Chu Yun already had an idea in his mind: “No.”

“This challenge, this Emperor accepts.”

“Even if they set up a net in Shattered Star Sea, in the face of absolute strength, it’s nothing but thin paper!”

“Prime Minister, go, and through Misty Rain Tower, relay this message to Ji Yuan Holy Land.”

“I hope they don’t disappoint this Emperor in Shattered Star Sea in half a month!”

Chu Yun accepting the challenge was, given his personality, within reason.

Moreover, putting aside Chu Yun’s strength, with just Yang Bu present, he had nothing to worry about.

Adding to that, for so long, the person from Thatched Cottage protecting him still hadn't shown themselves, hiding in the dark.

Chu Yun couldn't wait for some Quasi-Emperor and Great Emperor Realm powerhouses to appear, forcing them to act.

That way, Chu Yun himself wouldn't have to pretend anymore.

“Yes.”

After Meng Changzhong received the order, he immediately withdrew.

“Chu Emperor, since Ji Yuan Holy Land is going to have a decisive battle with Great Xia this time, I wonder if our Sun Moon Holy Land can be of any help?” Fu Yang asked.

“They sent the message through Misty Rain Tower, which means they don’t want this challenge to be widely known. As for the reason, it’s probably because they fear their opponents will launch a sneak attack on Ji Yuan Holy Land after their many powerhouses leave.”

Chu Yun’s words immediately reminded Fu Yang.

Fu Yang, with a flash of inspiration, smiled and said, “Chu Emperor is brilliant!”

“In that case, I understand.”

“When the decisive battle day arrives, I will personally lead all the powerhouses of my Sun Moon Holy Land to attack Dark Abyss!”

“All treasures obtained then, I am willing to offer entirely to the Great Xia Dynasty!”

Hearing this, Chu Yun said naturally, “You don’t need to be like that. At that time, this Emperor will only take forty percent.”

“You can take the remaining sixty percent yourselves.”

“This Emperor is not a stingy person. You put in the effort, so how could there be a reason for you to return empty-handed?”

Chu Yun’s action also demonstrated his magnanimity, deeply winning Fu Yang’s loyalty.

Indeed, after Chu Yun finished speaking, Fu Yang said happily, “Thank you, Chu Emperor, for your grace!”

“Chu Emperor, in that case, I will go back and arrange everything first.”

Chu Yun nodded: “Go.”

Fu Yang then left the Imperial Palace and returned to Holy Land at the fastest speed!

“This Fu Yang, he really knows how to read the situation.”

“One can’t say he’s smart, but at least he’s not stupid.”

At this moment, the Heavenly Demoness, who had been holding the little tiger, finally spoke.

Chu Yun smiled: “A wise man submits to circumstances. He can feel Yang Bu’s strength. If he still hesitated, then this Emperor would not accept him.”

…………

A few hours later, Afuya returned.

Xu Nian returned with her.

Currently, in the imperial garden.

Chu Yun, Afuya, and Xu Nian sat inside the pavilion.

Xiaoxia and Xiaochun were brewing Spirit Tea for them, while Xiaodong and Xiaoqiu were grilling some Spirit Beast wings and legs. The little tiger watched from the side, drooling, its eyes fixed on the Spirit Beast meat.

Chu Yun picked up his teacup at this moment, took a sip of tea, and said, “It seems you have something to say?”

Xu Nian did not deny it, and said directly, “I’m returning to the General Tower.”

“I’m leaving tomorrow.”

Chu Yun was not surprised by this news.

And for him, Xu Nian returning to the General Tower could bring him even greater help!

“East Tower?” Chu Yun inquired.

Xu Nian replied, “That’s right, my uncle is the Deputy Manager of East Tower, so naturally, I’m returning to East Tower this time.”

After finishing his tea, Chu Yun casually asked again, “I remember you mentioned before that you have an enemy in East Tower?”

“You were framed by him, which led to your unfortunate exile here.”

“Even your uncle, who is a Deputy Manager, couldn’t protect you. Your enemy must have a high status, right?”

Xu Nian nodded, his expression rather solemn as he said, “His name is Cao Qingyang, and he is a Disciple of the Deputy Tower Lord of East Tower.”

“He and I have been at odds with each other since childhood in East Tower, openly and secretly competing.”

Upon hearing this, Chu Yun understood.

A Disciple of the Deputy Tower Lord of East Tower, which means that this Cao Qingyang has a Quasi-Emperor backing him.

This was also why even Xu Nian’s uncle, despite being a Deputy Manager, couldn’t openly help him.

Leaving aside the disparity in cultivation, just considering their identities, although both are 'deputy'.

But between them, there was also a General Manager.

Even if Xu Nian’s uncle wanted to help him, he couldn’t overstep that level of authority.

“I understand.”

“After you return, if you encounter difficulties, you can send me a message.”

“I’ll find a way to resolve it for you,” Chu Yun said.

Xu Nian smiled frankly: “Don’t worry too much about me for now. My return is a normal procedure, and no one can find fault with it.”

“However, Chu Emperor, what you are about to face can be described as one wave stronger than the last.”

Xu Nian’s expression became serious, and he solemnly revealed to Chu Yun, “I learned from Lord Jiang that the four great Families of Elf Clan have each sent an Eternal Realm, and they are already close to Hundred Dynasty Land.”

“Furthermore, because of Yamamoto Ryu, Heavenly Blessing Imperial Son, after buying his intelligence, also seems to be planning to make a move against you.”

“Coupled with Ji Yuan Holy Land’s active challenge, this is definitely extraordinary and holds hidden mysteries.”

“All these troubles coming together in such a short time, I even feel a headache for you.”

After hearing all this intelligence from Xu Nian, Chu Yun’s mind fell into a brief thought.

Elf Island dispatching four Eternal Realm Cultivators was enough to show that they also attached great importance to the Great Xia Dynasty.

As for Heavenly Blessing Imperial Son and Ji Yuan Holy Land, Chu Yun wasn't overly concerned.

Chu Yun’s face was calm, and he still responded indifferently, “Alright, I understand.”

“These matters are nothing.”

“They are merely stepping stones for the Great Xia Dynasty’s development and growth.”

“However, what I asked you to investigate before, regarding Han Sen’s whereabouts, including those three Heavenly Severance Realm Cultivators and that severely injured Eternal Realm Old Man, have you found any clues?”