Protect Our Clan Leader

The Xian-Mo war had ended thousands of years ago. The Kunmu Giant Vessel that the Immortal Dynasty had captured early on was already returned to the Demonic Dynasty as a "prisoner exchange."

The only thing that Wang Shouzhe could obtain from the Immortal Dynasty were some broken parts of the Kunmu Giant Vessel.

Of course, these parts were not as valuable for research as a complete Kunmu Giant Vessel.

"Your Highness, King Chaoyang," Jiang Zhencang said, "Although, for the sake of aligning against an external enemy, we in the Immortal Dynasty need to exercise restraint in matters involving the Demonic Dynasty, in reality, it's often the Demonic Dynasty that makes the first move against our Immortal Dynasty's camp lately."

"For instance, the war between Da Qian, West Jin, and South Qin was instigated by Demon Lord Xietong, and the disputes between Liang Country and Moyan Country were also first meddled with by the Demonic Dynasty, as well as the chaos on Muzhen Continent."

"Now, we have a chance to make trouble for the Demonic Dynasty. I think it's not a problem as long as it's not blown out of proportion. Surely, we shouldn't just swallow our pride and take a beating for the greater picture, right?"

King Chaoyang nodded in agreement, saying, "Master Jiang has a point. As long as it doesn't escalate too much, an appropriate display of force might actually be a good thing. Shouzhe, carry out any plans you have without hesitating to consult me. In a team, only one should be the decision-maker."

"My daughter Liyue is quite interested in the Kunmu Giant Vessel," Wang Shouzhe said, "From the looks of it, the fleet is clearly pursuing that armed merchant ship. Such a grand commotion, and considering that armed merchant ship also has Divine Power Territory escorting it, indicates that things are not simple. We can play it by ear, and if we get exposed, there will be a rationale when the Immortal Emperor and Demon Emperor dispute."

After all, they were only "accidentally" drawn into this; how could they be blamed?

"Shouzhe, do you know what I like most about you?" Long Wuji grinned mischievously, "It's this shameless and opportunistic attitude of yours."

"This is what I call 'acting with a legitimate reason'!" Wang Shouzhe shot him a glare.

"Okay, okay, whether you have a reason or not doesn't matter to me. Just give the order, I'll guarantee to take down that fleet." Long Wuji was excited, already rubbing his hands eagerly, "My mighty cannon is itching for action."

Just as they spoke.

Suddenly.

A woman's voice came from the battered armed merchant ship ahead.

Her voice, amplified by profound Mysterious Energy, easily reached the ship across several miles: "This humble woman is Princess Haige of the present generation of the Great Summer Si Family, currently being pursued by traitors of the King of Summer's Sun Clan. I implore you for aid. In the future, I will do my utmost to repay your kindness."

Great Summer?

The name even made King Chaoyang pause for a moment, having to think for a while before recalling: "It was once a vassal state of the Immortal Dynasty on the Flame Sea Continent, the Xia Country!"

"A vassal state of the Immortal Dynasty? And an exiled princess?" Long Wuji's eyes lit up, shaking with laughter, "Shouzhe, this could be your chance to play the hero and save a damsel in distress."

Wang Shouzhe smiled carelessly, "I'll just say it's a coincidence, finding a pillow when I was about to nap. This time, it's for a legitimate reason. As for playing the hero, I must decline the opportunity as a married man."

"On the other hand, Brother Long, you haven't married yet. You could consider Princess Haige. I remember the Emperor even telling me to help you solve your marriage problem."

Upon hearing this.

Long Wuji's face darkened: "Brother, Shouzhe, stop joking. How can I give up the entire forest for one tree? You have no idea how hot… snap!"

Before he could finish, King Chaoyang slapped him on the head.

"You rascal!" King Chaoyang reprimanded, "If you don't reproduce and I don't reproduce, where's the hope for the Human race?"

This was exactly what Wang Shouzhe would often say. How did even King Chaoyang get so used to saying it too?

Long Wuji covered his head, speechless and choked.

Alas, hit by King Chaoyang, no matter how wronged he felt, he could only swallow it. After all, not only was this man his elder, but also someone bold enough to strike even his family's Old Ancestor!

"Wuji, you've had enough fun. It's indeed time to settle down." The Sacred Master Jiang added with a teasing smile from the side, "She may be a princess of a fallen country, but at least she has a princess's title, so it shouldn't be beneath you."

As they joked amongst themselves, the atmosphere was evidently quite relaxed.

Honestly speaking, with such a luxurious formation of characters, even creating a tense ambiance was a thankless task.

However, the appearance of the Wang family fleet made the King of Summer's fleet instantly tense up.

"What fleet is this?" On the prow of the Kunmu Giant Vessel, Princely Heir Sun Yaowu's expression was a bit unsightly, "No banners, no symbols, and they just appeared suddenly? Does our Zhao Country have such a fleet?"

Most importantly, this fleet doesn't look weak at all, even boasting a flagship more than thirty feet long, only slightly smaller than the Kunmu Giant Vessel.

"Princely Heir, any Prominent Family that can maintain a fleet of this scale must at least be of First Grade or Overquality." Tribute Sun Dahai was equally puzzled, "But I have never heard of any family having such a peculiar fleet."

Although the Flame Sea Continent is referred to as a continent, it is surrounded by the sea and, in truth, resembles a giant island, leading to a developed maritime industry, with many powerful families owning their own fleets.

"Princess Haige has sought aid from them. Princely Heir, what should we do?"

"Persuade them nicely to stay out of this." Sun Yaowu ordered with a frown.