"In other words... this is actually an illegal action. We have the right to refuse."

But... before Elder Han could finish speaking, another Elder Zhao mocked, "We have the right to refuse. But who will bear the consequences of refusal?"

"Moreover... don't even talk about the consequences of refusal, who would dare refuse Qiu Tu?"

Elder Zhao paused at this and then looked at Elder Han, saying, "Otherwise, why don't you go, Elder Han? Since the Han family's wealth is substantial, they wouldn't worry about Qiu Tu going to extremes."

"You!" Elder Han's lips trembled a few times but ultimately couldn't squeeze out a word.

At this moment, seeing the Three Giants of the Seventh Sanctuary arguing, the other elders all sat upright, not daring to make a sound.

Finally, Elder Wei stepped in to mediate, and this matter was put aside.

After the three families finished talking, Elder Zhao seemed to remember something and then looked towards the last few seats at the table, saying, "Elder Cheng, you're the Speaker of Fengqi State; share your thoughts."

Hearing Elder Zhao's words, the others turned their gaze in unison towards Elder Cheng at the end of the table.

Elder Cheng was obviously a bit sly; seeing the topic suddenly thrown to him, he was stunned at first, then smiled and said, "How would I know these things... I'm just a simple man. Whatever the elders tell me to do, I'll do."

Hearing Elder Cheng's words, Elder Zhao pointed at him, smiling, "You think you're clever, letting us make all the decisions without taking any responsibility."

Elder Cheng smiled and then said nothing...

...

Meanwhile.

On the highway from New State to Fengqi State.

A grand army was marching forward.

In the command vehicle of the convoy, Tang Feifei was staring blankly, while Tang Feifei, sitting beside her, keenly noticed her state.

Her eyes briefly turned golden yellow before disappearing into her pupils.

After a moment, she said, "I heard Qiu Tu mention your hometown is in Fengqi State?"

Upon hearing Tang Feifei's words, Rain Butterfly slowly came back to her senses.

She glanced at Tang Feifei beside her and said, "Yes. Fengqi State."

After saying this, she smiled self-deprecatingly, "But it's fine, I can't go back."

Upon hearing her words, Tang Feifei gazed ahead and quietly said, "You can go back."

"At the start of this operation, Qiu Tu told me. The target is not only the Sixth Sanctuary but also Fengqi State of the Seventh Sanctuary."

"Once we've taken actual control of Fengqi State, we'll have all your parents, relatives, and those who harmed you in the past come to see you, to help vent your anger."

Hearing Tang Feifei's words, Rain Butterfly's heart shook; she quickly managed a smile, "Chairman Qiu and Chairman Tang's generosity is appreciated, but there's no need; public matters are public, private matters are private. They can't be mixed."

Upon hearing Rain Butterfly's words, a trace of a smile appeared on Tang Feifei's bronze-colored face. She said, "It's not considered mixing; Qiu Tu originally wanted to find an entry point, a way into the inner politics of the Seventh Sanctuary."

"Your background happens to give him a suitable entry point."

Hearing Tang Feifei's words, Rain Butterfly nodded slightly.

But, in the next second, Rain Butterfly suddenly spoke, her beautiful smile blooming, "Chairman Feifei seems to have a closer relationship with Qiu Tu than I do."

"I haven't received a single bit of relevant news."

Tang Feifei:.....

Hmm... a bit troubling.

.....

Meanwhile, as the two women were probing each other.

Eighth Sanctuary, Dongye State.

In Qiu Tu's villa, Qiu Tu was also probing with another woman....

Today, Su Wanqing wore a light blue wide-sleeved robe, with large cuffs that hung down like two light feathers, swaying gently with her movements, making her seem even more graceful and elegant, step by step exuding charm.

Although she had actively sought an audience with Qiu Tu, Su Wanqing did not utter any words of inferiority. Instead, she calculated more from an equal footing.

Su Wanqing, "Lord Qiu, I wonder if you've considered our Kou family's proposal during this period?"

Upon hearing Su Wanqing's words, Qiu Tu smiled and then began procrastinating, "I've been busy during this period, so I haven't had the time to think about that transaction."

"However... in principle, I agree."

"It's just... I need a few more days to discuss it with those around me."

Hearing Qiu Tu's words, Su Wanqing took a serene glance at Qiu Tu and then showed a pleasant smile.

"Lord Qiu, if you find the terms unsatisfactory, we can negotiate further."

Upon hearing Su Wanqing's words, Qiu Tu picked up a tea cup, took a sip, and said blandly, "It's not really about the terms."

"But... after all, I initially agreed to cooperate with the Princess, changing abruptly like this would negatively impact my reputation."

"Moreover..." Qiu Tu began hinting, "After the Princess Xi found out you were in contact with me, she decisively raised the stakes."

"Aside from Mountain Root, dozens of boxes of Cataclysmic Material, 30 stunning alien race girls, and 10 Boundless Divine Crystals."

"Moreover... I merely glanced at her maid casually, and she sent the maid to my bed that very night."

Hearing Qiu Tu's incredible story, Su Wanqing frowned lightly, then relaxed.

She looked at Qiu Tu and asked, "Lord Qiu, are you certain these are the terms the Princess Xi promised?"

Qiu Tu heard her and replied bluntly, "Are you questioning my credibility?"

Upon hearing Qiu Tu's words, Su Wanqing covered her mouth, smiled gently, and said, "Not at all."