328: Shocking all sides!

"By order of His Majesty the Dragon Emperor:

To solidify the Foundation of the Demon Domain, discuss border defense, reward meritorious officials, and deliberate on future development, the Ten Great Demon Kings, Thirty-six Cave Lords, Seventy-two Routes of Demon Marshals, as well as core Elders of various tribes and military officials, are specially summoned to gather in the Holy Dragon City for an audience within one month.

There must be no mistake!"

The edicts, made of gold-patterned dragon scales, quickly flew to all parts of the Demon Domain through the unique communication channels of the Dragon Clan.

Every edict contained the unique majestic aura of the Dragon Emperor, brooks no doubt.

The Dragon Emperor's decree stirred up massive waves in the vast Demon Domain.

As the news spread, the entire Demon Domain was shaken!

Inside Holy Dragon City, the atmosphere first became subtle and tense.

The various races coming and going on the streets clearly reduced their small talk, adding a bit more hurried pace and probing looks in their eye contact.

The stationed Dragon Clan guards patrolled more frequently, and an invisible aura of killing began to permeate.

The number of spies and messengers from all sides surged, whispers continued in inns and restaurants, and various speculations, worries, and excitement fermented in secret.

"What is Your Majesty doing? Summoning all the big figures?"

"Have you heard about the Green Rhinoceros Demon King? Colluding with the Demon Cult, Your Majesty is taking this opportunity to conduct a thorough investigation!"

"Investigation? I think it's to establish authority! I'm afraid... someone is going to be unlucky."

"Could it be... a Hongmen Banquet?"

"Watch your words! Be careful of eavesdroppers!"

"Regardless, Holy Dragon City is going to be lively now; there hasn't been such a grand display since the Dragon Clan unified the Demon Domain!"

"..."

Not only was there much discussion within the Yao Race, but even the well-informed upper echelons in the distant Human Race territories soon learned of this unusual movement in the Demon Domain.

Chu Chunqiu, the eldest Disciple of the Chancellor who stayed behind at the defense line between the Western Regions and the Yao Race to monitor the remnants of the Demon Cult, was currently drinking and chatting here with his Little Junior Brother, Song Zhen.

Song Zhen didn't drink; he just felt itchy because there was no one to gamble with in this place... After taking a large gulp of wine, Chu Chunqiu put down the secret report he had just received, his thick eyebrows furrowed and then relaxed, a sharp light flashing in his eyes.

"Good grief... the Dragon Emperor is going to play a big game!"

Chu Chunqiu gulped down a large mouthful of wine, exhaling alcoholic breath, and said to the curious Song Zhen beside him, "Summoning all the Demon Kings and Cave Lords to Holy Dragon City... this posture is hardly about discussing defense; it's clearly meant to... settle all accounts!"

Although Song Zhen was young, his mind was agile, and he felt a chill in his heart upon hearing this: "Senior Brother, are you saying... the Dragon Emperor wants to use the Green Rhinoceros Demon King's rebellion as a pretext to wipe out everyone with issues in the Demon Domain in one fell swoop?"

"Most likely!" Chu Chunqiu rubbed the stubble on his chin, his eyes showing admiration and a hint of regret, "This Dragon Emperor is indeed someone capable of ruling the Demon Domain; her actions are decisive, and her courage is astonishing!"

"But most likely that kid Shengyuan is also fueling the fire, tsk tsk... now he's become a distinguished guest of the Demon Domain!"

He sighed, took another large gulp of wine, and wiped his mouth: "What a pity, what a pity. Such a grand event where heroes meet, destined to be recorded in history, and yet I, your Senior Brother, can only drink the wind and eat the sand here in the Western Regions."

"Hearing the news from afar without being able to participate personally is truly... a great regret!"

Song Zhen was also stirred by the words, a look of yearning in his eyes: "Senior Brother, is that Holy Dragon City... really like the legends say, a golden city floating in the sky?"

"With all the demons in the world gathered, what a spectacular sight must it be?" Then his eyes gleamed, "In that case, the demons there should be very rich and also like to gamble, right?!"

"Naturally!"

Chu Chunqiu was about to boast a few more words about his past travels—though he had actually never been to Holy Dragon City—when a warm jade talisman in his bosom suddenly heated up slightly, emitting a soft light.

His expression turned solemn, and he immediately took out the jade pendant, sinking his Divine Sense into it.

After a moment, he suddenly opened his eyes. His face first showed surprise, then erupted into immense joy, and he threw his head back and laughed loudly, his voice shaking the camp tent!

"Hahaha... Heaven is helping me! No, it's that Teacher understands me!"

"dragon saliva brew, here I come!"

Song Zhen was startled: "Senior Brother, what's wrong?"

Chu Chunqiu grabbed Song Zhen's shoulder, his face flushed with excitement: "Teacher sent a message, ordering the two of us to set off immediately for Holy Dragon City in the Demon Domain to lend Shengyuan a hand!"

He slapped Song Zhen's back hard: "Little Junior Brother, we don't have to just stare blankly here anymore! Come, follow Senior Brother to the Demon Domain to see the world, meet the experts of the Yao Race, and also those Demon Brats who hide their heads but show their tails!"

Chu Chunqiu couldn't wait to sacrifice his Wine Gourd.

The gourd suddenly grew larger; this was not only his drinking tool but also a flying Magic Treasure!

He pulled Song Zhen, who hadn't fully reacted yet, and jumped onto it.

With a point of his finger, a large mouthful of wine flew out of the gourd's mouth and landed precisely in his mouth. Chu Chunqiu's cheeks were flushed from drinking.

"Sit tight! Senior Brother is taking you to Holy Dragon City to drink... uh, do serious business!"

Song Zhen was stunned for a moment. Why did it feel like Senior Brother was going there more to drink and join the fun... Also, is drunk flying really okay?

Will there be a flight accident?

The Wine Gourd instantly turned into a streak of crimson light, soaring through the clouds in an instant and speeding towards the Demon Domain, leaving Chu Chunqiu's hearty laughter echoing in the wind.

Inside the Dragon Perching Garden in Holy Dragon City of the Demon Domain.

Long Yun and Pei Shuyun naturally also learned of the Dragon Emperor's decree and the increasingly intense rumors outside.

The two women gathered together, their faces filled with gravity and worry.

Long Yun knitted her elegant brows, unconsciously twisting the corner of her clothes with her fingers. "If those guys really all come, can Holy Dragon City handle it? What if..."

Pei Shuyun gently held her hand and comforted her softly: "Her Majesty has great talent and strategy. Since she made this decision, she must have something to rely on. We must believe in her, and also believe in Shengyuan."

That being said, the worry in her eyes did not completely dissipate.

After all, this concerned Li Shengyuan's safety.

Just then, Li Shengyuan walked in from outside, looking relaxed and calm, with even a faint smile on his lips.

"Shengyuan!" The two women stepped forward at the same time.

"The outside world is going crazy with rumors. Is this your and Her Majesty's plan?" Long Yun asked urgently. "Is... is this really going to work? Won't it be too rushed?"

Li Shengyuan looked at the worried expressions of the two women, smiled slightly, and reached out to rub each of their hair.

Long Yun's pretty face turned slightly red, and she quickly lowered her head, a hint of shyness and joy appearing in her eyes.

"Rushed?"

He walked to the window, standing with his hands behind his back, his gaze fixed on the distant horizon.

His voice wasn't loud, but it carried a hint of coldness: "I actually think the Her Majesty the Queen's move is exactly what I want."

He turned around, without a trace of fear in his eyes. Instead, a heart-palpitating sharp light burned within them, and the curve of his mouth carried a chilling killing intent:

"Boiling a frog in lukewarm water is a poor strategy. Only now, with the fire blazing and the oil boiling, can true gold be seen."

"I only fear..."

He paused, his tone contemptuous and confident: "That these guys won't have the guts and won't dare to all jump out!"

"If they really dare to come..."

Li Shengyuan's eyes suddenly became incredibly deep, and the aura around him circulated slightly.

"Then this Holy Dragon City will be their best... burial ground!"