Chairman Liu, upon seeing the horizon light up, had his prior doubts suddenly clarified.
It turns out, Mr. Long refused because they had a way to resolve the troubles within Lotus City without needing to make such a foolish choice.
"Someone, go and invite the other elders and our fellow cultivators from Fuhu City over."
Fortunately, he had previously listened to Dragon Spirit's advice and had the banquet prepared.
Otherwise, he would have really lost face this time.
Dragon Spirit and Xuan Chu met again at a crossroads, this time clearly matched in strength, with neither gaining the upper hand.
"I had that old manager in Lotus City prepare the banquet; once we've eaten, we should hurry to the General Association."
Xuan Chu nodded, already calculating what resources to request as a thank you when departing.
Elsewhere, Yun Ran was rushing on her way, unwilling to take any detour now that she had direct coordinates.
