Boom!!
A wave as vast as Wang Yang swept through the outside of the temple. It was as if the blue sky was about to fall and destroy this place.
One after another, vague and terrifying figures walked out of the Sky Deer Divine Hall. Their faces were cold and indifferent, like statues that would never change.
They stared coldly at the temple. Their auras were as deep as the abyss, as if they would attack at any moment.
"Gu Changge, what is the meaning of this?"
The expressions of the people in Sky Deer Temple changed. Many of the Territorial Lords and Wilderness Lords immediately took out their Dharma weapons.
A vast wave of energy emerged, and a dazzling brilliance was manifesting.
The leaders of the other clans also took out their weapons, runes, and other items. Their expressions were solemn and they were extremely vigilant.
If Gu Changge insisted on keeping everyone here, they would have to fight back.
In that case, the only thing they could do now was to fight to the death. They would not choose to be captured without a fight.
Seeing this, Gu Changge did not care. He smiled faintly. "I gave you a chance, but you didn't cherish it."
"If that's the case, don't blame me."
"What kind of chance are you calling this?"
"If you want us to surrender, just say so. Why are you talking about a peace treaty?"
Many of the Territorial Lords looked terrible. Some were even flustered and felt insulted.
The Territorial Lords of the Yunze Territory and Chiliao Territory were also extremely gloomy.
Gu Changge did not have the slightest sincerity. He was just using this as bait to catch all of them in one fell swoop.
To them, this peace treaty was just a gimmick.
"Don't tell me you're still thinking that I'll give the order to retreat at this time?"
"Do you think there's such a good thing in this world?"
Gu Changge shook his head lightly and said mockingly.
To him, these people's thoughts were no different from a dream. The Upper Realm spent so much effort to break through Sky Deer City and attack the Eight Wilderness Ten Regions.
In the end, they still thought that this peace treaty would allow them to withdraw their troops from the Upper Realm without paying anything?
They thought too highly of him and the other orthodoxies in the Upper Realm.
"You're right. The Upper Realm spent so much effort to break through the Eight Desolates and Ten Regions. How could they just retreat without doing anything?"
The Mountain Lord pondered for a moment, then sighed and nodded in agreement.
"If the Eight Desolates and the Twelve Domains become subordinate realms of the Higher Realms, we can stop some of the chaos and reduce many unnecessary casualties."
He seemed to be explaining to himself, but also seemed to be explaining to the leaders of the sects in the Eight Desolates and Ten Regions.
In fact, it was only the majority of the people who were furious and unwilling to accept this outcome.
There was still a small group of people who were willing to surrender from the very beginning.
However, because the leaders of the various Territory Lords and the remaining three Divine Battle Clans had yet to express their opinions, they chose to remain silent.
The words of the Great Mountain Master had undoubtedly moved their hearts, and they felt that this peace treaty was not unacceptable.
After all, there were only two paths in front of the entire Eight Desolates and Ten Regions. They could either submit or be destroyed.
How many people in this world would rather die than submit?
Obviously, there were too few people like this. Many of the leaders of the great clans had expressed their anger just now because they wanted to see if there was any possibility of reconciliation.
This was a method of retreat in order to advance.
"What do you mean by that, Great Mountain Lord …"
The Territory Lord of the Great Cloud Pool was a little shocked. He did not expect the Great Mountain Lord to have such an attitude. It seemed that he was also considering the possibility of this so-called peace treaty.
"Now that things have come to this, we don't have many choices left."
The Great Mountain Lord seemed to know what they were thinking and sighed helplessly.
"Looks like you're a smart person."
Gu Changge smiled and narrowed his eyes, sizing up the Great Mountain Lord with interest.
He felt that the Great Mountain Lord seemed to be implying something, which was slightly different from what he had expected.
However, this was also good, as it was in line with his plan.
"We will consider the peace treaty that Young Master Gu mentioned, but can you give us some time?"
The Great Mountain Lord opened his mouth and said calmly, as if he was seriously considering this matter.
"I can give you some time, but I've never been patient."
Gu Changge nodded lightly.
He wanted to know why the Great Mountain Lord was stalling for time. Could it be that he wanted to rescue the Second Mountain Lord and the others?
Or rescue Luo Feng?
But no matter which possibility it was, Gu Changge was bound to not let him continue to live.
"Three days. Young Master Gu, you only need to give us three days. After three days, we will give you an answer in this hall. What do you think?"
The Great Mountain Lord said calmly.
The rest of the Barren Lords and Territory Lords were shocked. They opened their mouths, wanting to say something, but closed them in the end.
They did not expect the Great Mountain Lord to say this in the end.
However, it seemed that they had no other choice now.
These three days were enough for them to consider whether they should accept or not.
"Three days?"
Gu Changge raised his eyebrows slightly, then said lightly, "Sure, but you are not allowed to leave Sky Deer City in these three days. If I find out that you have the intention to leave, don't blame me for being merciless."
"No problem. We will not wander around in these three days."
The Great Mountain Lord nodded and did not hesitate for long.
He was now the backbone of the Eight Desolates Ten Regions. Everyone followed his lead and naturally listened to his opinion.
The Territory Lords and Barren Lords looked at each other. They had no other choice at this time.
After that, the hall regained its tranquility, and the hostile atmosphere from before seemed to be an illusion.
Everyone sat down again, but they were all in different moods. Many of the delicacies were difficult to swallow.
The dancers at the banquet were graceful and beautiful. They were like fairies from the Nine Heavens descending to the mortal world.
Gu Changge, who was sitting at the head of the table, did not seem to care about this small incident. He smiled.
From time to time, he would say a few words to the Empyrean Deer Mystic Lady beside him.
Many of the leaders of the large tribes had been paying attention to Gu Changge's expression. Their hearts trembled slightly, and they whispered orders to the people beside them.
Whether this method would work or not, they would only know after trying it.
"Junior Brother Xiao Yang, don't be rash. You have to know that your actions now affect the lives of billions of people in the Eight Desolates Ten Regions."
"If you anger Gu Changge because of your actions, he will order everyone to be killed here. You will become the sinner of the entire Eight Desolates Ten Regions."
During the banquet, Gu Wudi advised Xiao Yang, who had a gloomy expression and was drinking alone, with good intentions.
When the leaders of the large tribes heard this, their eyes moved slightly. They frowned and looked at Xiao Yang, thinking that he might ruin it.
But now that the Great Mountain Lord was here, they could not blame Xiao Yang.
"I know. I don't need you to teach me this kind of thing."
Xiao Yang was a little dissatisfied with Gu Wudi. Hearing this, he frowned and spoke rudely.
Although the two of them had gone through hardships together, and his attitude towards Gu Wudi had improved slightly, it was not to the extent that Gu Wudi would teach him a lesson.
Hearing this, Gu Wudi's eyes flashed with a dark haze.
However, on the surface, he still looked like he was thinking for Xiao Yang and shook his head.
He sneaked a glance at Gu Changge, who was sitting at the head of the table. Seeing that Gu Changge did not seem to notice this, the haze in his heart deepened.
He had tolerated Xiao Yang for a long time. If not for Gu Changge's orders, he would have dealt with Xiao Yang long ago.
But since Gu Changge did not give the order, he did not dare to act rashly.
But Gu Wudi knew that Xiao Yang would not live for long after this trip to Sky Deer City.
Not long after, the banquet ended. The people from the Eight Desolates Ten Regions heaved a sigh of relief and were led away by the Gu Clan servants. They were given a place to rest.
Gu Changge had given them three days. That meant that they still had three days to relax.
Three days later, they would explain to Gu Changge here and decide the fate of the Eight Desolates Ten Regions.
"Uncle …"
Among the people from the Cloud Pool Grand Region, the calm and quiet Fairy Qingyue suddenly glanced at the Cloud Pool Territorial Lord and said softly.
"I understand. It must have been hard on you. "
The Cloud Pool Territorial Lord sighed in his heart. He felt a little regretful, but his expression gradually became firm as he nodded.
"Young Lord Changge, take care. I still have some matters to discuss with Young Lord Changge alone."
He took the initiative to speak to Gu Changge, who was about to leave, under the shocked gazes of many people.
"What is the Cloud Pool Territorial Lord trying to do?"
"His son, Zhao Yunze, was killed by Gu Changge. There is a deep hatred between them that is difficult to erase. At this time, he asked Gu Changge to stay. Is he taking the opportunity to take revenge?"
While many people were shocked, they guessed in their hearts. But they felt that the Cloud Pool Territorial Lord was not so bold and capable.
Even the Mountain Lord frowned, worried that the Cloud Pool Territorial Lord would ruin his plans.
In Sky Deer City, even if everyone attacked together, they would not be able to hurt Gu Changge, let alone take revenge.
At this time, everyone could only hope that the Cloud Pool Territorial Lord would not do anything stupid.
"Oh, Cloud Pool Territorial Lord, what is the matter?"
Hearing this, Gu Changge smiled faintly and stopped. She stood at the head of the table and watched.
If he remembered correctly, he was the one who killed the Cloud Pool Territorial Lord's son, Zhao Yunze.
How could he tolerate such a thing?
The Cloud Pool Territorial Lord hid the hatred in his eyes. He cupped his hands and said, "I have some matters to discuss with Young Lord Changge alone."
For the sake of the Cloud Pool Grand Region, he could only hide his hatred for his son. He did not dare to reveal it.
"What matters do you need to talk about alone?"
Gu Changge smiled but did not reject his request.
Seeing this, the rest of the people's eyes flashed, but they could not stay any longer. They were led away by the Gu Family servants and left Sky Deer Divine Hall.
However, many people noticed Fairy Qingyue beside the Cloud Pool Territorial Lord. They cursed under their breath. What an old man, offering his daughter for glory.
To them, Fairy Qingyue was Zhao Yunze's lover, and the two of them had even intended to be engaged.
Now that Zhao Yunze was dead, the Cloud Pool Territorial Lord wanted to offer Fairy Qingyue to protect the Cloud Pool Grand Region.
If his son knew of this, would he be able to rest in peace?
Soon, only the Cloud Pool Territorial Lord, Fairy Qingyue behind him, Gu Changge, and the Mystic Lady of Sky Deer were left.
"Speak. What do you want?"
Gu Changge looked at Fairy Qingyue with interest. He could guess the Cloud Pool Territorial Lord's motive.
This made him feel a little strange.
The Cloud Pool Territorial Lord was someone who could endure. Now, he even took the initiative to offer a beauty to curry favor with him.
But he did not know if he had any ulterior motives.
"Qingyue greets Young Lord Changge."
Before the Cloud Pool Territorial Lord could reply, Fairy Qingyue had already stepped forward and bowed to Gu Changge respectfully.
Gu Changge nodded slightly and said, "Is this what you wanted to talk to me about in private?"
The Cloud Pool Territorial Lord clenched his fists tightly under his sleeves, but he still smiled and said, "I heard that Young Lord Changge has many beauties around him. I thought you would be more interested in them. Qingyue is the most beautiful woman in the Cloud Pool Grand Region for many years, so …"
He did not finish his sentence, but anyone in the know knew what he meant.
The Mystic Lady of Sky Deer frowned slightly. She was also a little surprised. She did not expect that someone like the Cloud Pool Territorial Lord would give up on avenging his son in the end and have to offer his daughter for glory.
Although the Cloud Pool Territorial Lord had a fawning smile on his face, he felt humiliated inside. He could not wait to leave the hall.
He did not even know how to face his son in the afterlife if he died of old age in the future.
Although Fairy Qingyue had acted on her own accord, and he had never forced her to do so, he had never had such thoughts.
But this matter had ultimately passed through his hands.
From now on, in the eyes of many people, he, the Cloud Pool Territorial Lord, would be the true coward who offered his daughter for glory.
"The most beautiful woman in the Cloud Pool Grand Region?"
Gu Changge sized up Fairy Qingyue with an inexplicable expression.
At that moment, the Cloud Pool Territorial Lord and Fairy Qingyue could not guess what he was thinking.
"Yes." The Cloud Pool Territorial Lord braced himself and replied.
"But from what I know, the most beautiful woman in the Cloud Pool Grand Region is very close to your son, Zhao Yunze. Could it be her?"
Gu Changge smiled faintly and asked with a strange look in his eyes.
He did not expect such boldness. Either she had a motive, or she was extremely patient.
"To be honest, Young Master Changge, Qingyue is indeed close to Yunze, but they are only friends. There is nothing between them."
Before the Cloud Pool Territorial Lord could speak, Fairy Qingyue was the first to speak. She replied with a cold expression, as if she did not want Gu Changge to misunderstand.
"Interesting."
Gu Changge smiled and asked, "So you want me to let the Cloud Pool Grand Region off just like that?"
"We do not dare. This time, the Cloud Pool Grand Region will definitely cooperate fully with Young Master Changge's peace treaty. We will not have any other intentions," the Cloud Pool Territorial Lord quickly replied.
"Oh, if that is the case, that would be for the best."
Gu Changge nodded casually.
After that, the Cloud Pool Territorial Lord seemed to heave a sigh of relief. He gave Fairy Qingyue a look and left first. The Gu Family servants outside the hall led him to another area.
"I killed Zhao Yunze. Don't you intend to avenge him?"
After the Cloud Pool Territorial Lord left, Gu Changge smiled faintly as he stared at Fairy Qingyue.
Fairy Qingyue's expression was very calm. She shook her head and explained, "With my abilities, it is impossible for me to avenge him. Young Master Changge, you worry too much.
"Now that the Eight Desolates and Ten Regions are in a precarious situation, I am like a piece of duckweed. I just want to find someone I can rely on."
"Is that so?"
Gu Changge smiled nonchalantly. "But I can feel a strong murderous intent from you. You seem to want to kill me, and your murderous intent is much stronger than anyone else's."
Fairy Qingyue's expression changed slightly. She did not understand why Gu Changge would say that. Then, she quickly recovered and said, "Why do you say that, Young Master Changge? If you are unhappy with me, you can … "
However, Gu Changge waved his hand and did not let her finish her sentence. He smiled faintly and said, "Do you know what is the biggest taboo for an assassin?"
Fairy Qingyue still looked as if she did not understand what Gu Changge was talking about. She said in confusion, "Young Master Changge, you worry too much. I am not an assassin."
"The biggest taboo for an assassin is to use an egg against a rock."
Gu Changge's smile disappeared. Suddenly, his expression turned cold. He directly struck Fairy Qingyue with his palm, causing her to cough up large amounts of blood as she was sent flying.
At that moment, a broken stone tablet fell out of her sleeve with a clang.
Countless dazzling runes were reflected on it. It looked as if it could burn at any moment, and it contained terrifying power.
This scene caused her face to turn pale. She was in a daze, and she could not believe what she saw.
"You want to assassinate me with a broken stone tablet?"
Gu Changge shook his head. His eyes were cold and deep. Without needing his instructions, the Heaven Deer Mystic Fairy behind him moved and swiftly captured Fairy Qingyue.
"Gu Changge, you have committed so many evil deeds and are so deranged. You will receive retribution sooner or later …"
"I will not let you off even if I become a ghost."
Seeing that her plan had been exposed, Fairy Qingyue, who was covered in blood and had disheveled hair, looked up. She could not help but scream like a ferocious ghost. Her eyes were filled with hatred and anger.
She didn't understand what was wrong with her and why Gu Changge saw through her trick.
However, she knew that she would not be able to escape death today. Moreover, the failure of her plan would implicate the entire Great Cloud Pool Region.
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