Liang nodded in agreement, a hint of recognition and surprise flickering in his eyes. "It seems like you guys already know about me."
The woman’s laughter rang through the room. "Of course," her eyes sparkling with gratitude. "After the favor you did for us, it would be ungrateful not to recognize you."
Kai’s brow furrowed with confusion as he observed the exchange. It became clear to him that Liang was concealing many things, a realization that made him wonder what else his friend was hiding.
The woman’s eyes flickered with admiration as they shifted between the duo. "If it wasn’t for Mister Liang’s efforts, many invaluable artifacts in the auction would have remained undiscovered."
"It was merely a deal, nothing more. Let’s return to the original topic."
"Mister Liang is too modest, the pavilion isn’t ungrateful." The woman face turned serious," Although Mister Liang has already received a commission for his help, but according to the current situation, you must feel being taken advantage off."
Liang shook his head and said seriously," I am an honest and straightforward person, since I have made a deal I won’t regret it, you don’t need to worry."
The woman chuckled, a mischievous glint in her eyes, as she produced a jade slip and threw it towards Liang. He caught it gracefully, scanning its contents before returning it to her.
"What do you think?" the woman asked, a playful amusement lighting up her expression.
Liang took a deep breath, his voice filled with contemplation. "It’s indeed difficult."
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In the depths of the Martial Rising Realm, a magnificent sight unfolded. A majestic sword floated in the dark expanse, its presence commanding attention. Perched at the hilt of the sword sat a strikingly handsome man with long, flowing black hair. He wore a plain white robe that couldn’t diminish his air of regality. Around him swirled an array of qi energies—sword Qi, spear Qi, blade Qi, fist Qi, and many more, each potent in their own right.
As his closed eyes fluttered open, his sharp gaze fixated on a specific spot amidst the boundless darkness.
A figure materialized before him, ethereal and captivating. It was Ariana, who had rushed to him after her victory over the Ominous Dagger Lord.
With deference and respect, Ariana bowed before him. "Greetings, Your Majesty, Martial Lord."
Waving his hand, the Martial Lord gestured for her to rise. His voice resonated with authority and wisdom, filling the empty space. "What has brought you here in such haste?"
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Taking a deep breath, Ariana retrieved the jade slip entrusted to her by Liang and presented it to the Martial Lord. He effortlessly summoned the slip into his grasp, inserting his divine sense to examine its contents. A momentary frown creased his brow before a smile emerged, illuminating his face.
"While I had my suspicions, I couldn’t be certain. Now, everything falls into place," the Martial Lord remarked calmly.
Ariana’s eyes sparkled with curiosity at his words, prompting her to inquire further. "May I ask what you mean by that, Martial Lord?"
"The Alliance and the Legion engaged in a concealed battle not long ago. Though they tried to conceal it, it was easily uncovered by my discerning senses," he chuckled softly. "Now, everything makes sense."
Eager to understand their next course of action, Ariana probed, "So, are we going to take action?"
The Martial Lord’s expression turned serious, a sense of determination evident in his voice. "Select a few capable experts and embark on a covert investigation in the Devil Realm. I want you to gather as much information as possible about the current state of affairs there."
Ariana nodded, comprehending the gravity of the task before her. As she turned to leave, the Martial Lord’s voice stopped her in her tracks.
"How did you come across this information? It is meant to be known only to a select few from both factions."
Ariana took a deep breath, offering a faint smile. "It was revealed by a man named Liang Yifei. From what I have gathered, he was once part of the Legion and even journeyed with them to the Devil Realm."
Amusement danced in the Martial Lord’s eyes as he absorbed this revelation. "Ah, how intriguing. You may go now."
With a final bow, Ariana departed silently, her mind already consumed by plans and strategies.
"An unprecedented heaven fortune auction followed by the Opening of the Heavenly Will Palace. It appears that significant changes are on the horizon for the entire domain," the Martial Lord reflected.
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The woman’s eyes flashed with intrigue as her gaze followed the direction in which the duo had departed.
A smile then curled on her lips as she turned to look behind her, where another woman stood. This woman had flowing locks of pink hair that cascaded down her shoulders, matching her captivating pink eyes. It was Xia, whose appearance hadn’t changed since her last encounter with Liang in the Hanging Cloud Abyss.
"Greetings, Sister Cariali. I hope you don’t mind my intrusion," Xia spoke respectfully.
Cariali chuckled softly, her eyes gleaming with amusement. "It seems that Sister Xia is quite interested in this Liang,"
Xia’s face flushed slightly, her cheeks hinting at a subtle embarrassment. "You’ve misunderstood, I am merely curious."
Cariali let out a gentle sigh, a knowing expression crossing her features. "The person who bought the compass is actually a high level figure in the Dong Clan."
The Dong Clan, positioned within the Runestone Solar System, was the most famous clan in the entire domain. Known for their pure runic cultivation, each member possessed overwhelming power and unmatched talent. However, the clan was not interested in vying for supremacy or authority. Instead, they remained reclusive, seemingly unconcerned with worldly matters.
The Dong Clan’s founder, Dong Jue, is one of the few individuals in history to successfully pass the Light Crossing Road.
Dong Jue’s name carried weight and reverence throughout the domain, making the Dong Clan’s reputation even more formidable.