Chapter 1205: The Masters Grand Affair

Listening to Gouzi (Dog) stepping forward to volunteer for the mission first, the others quickly followed suit, offering their services with respectful gestures.

"Brother, let me go instead!"

"Brother, I’m better suited for this. I have more legs, so I can get things done faster!"

This was a rare opportunity to curry favor, and none of the brothers wanted to miss it. Dealing with a bunch of small fries would surely please Lou Benwei (髅本伟). When else would they get such an easy task?

After all, finding a "big sister" was no simple matter!

The eldest brother's preferences weren’t easily satisfied.

As the brothers continued to volunteer one after another, Lou Benwei simply waved his hand dismissively, seemingly uninterested.

"Don’t bother with these small fries."

As he spoke, his gaze turned toward the direction of Black Island, and his expression grew solemn.

"The Master has been making rapid progress recently. It won’t be long before everything is exposed."

"There are still many things we haven’t prepared…"

"It seems we’ll have to speed things up."

As his profound words echoed, the usually jovial Lou Benwei suddenly became serious, exuding an extraordinary aura that inspired awe.

The brothers exchanged quiet glances, then clasped their fists in unison.

"Big brother, just tell us what needs to be done. We’re at your command!"

This matter concerned the Master.

The details were beyond their understanding, and many things were better left unasked. But when it came to their duties, they were more than willing to step up.

Seeing the sincerity in his brothers' eyes, Lou Benwei nodded with satisfaction, a smile spreading across his face.

"Good."

"You’re all good brothers."

"Next, you’ll need to split up and head to different realms to carry out critical tasks. These tasks are directly related to the Master, and there must be no mistakes!"

Gouzi and the others exchanged serious looks, feeling the weight of the responsibility.

Once again, they clasped their fists, their eyes filled with determination.

"For the Master, we’d willingly face death a thousand times!"

"Just give us your orders, big brother. No matter how difficult or dangerous, we’ll risk our lives to complete the mission!"

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**Black Island.**

The grand hall was filled with guests, all wearing expressions of doubt and suspicion.

Two full days had passed.

The messenger merman should have returned to the Heavenly Dragon Mermaid Clan by now, yet there was no sign of any retaliation. The situation was eerily quiet, and the calm atmosphere only added to the unease.

Shi Tianchuan, the island lord, furrowed his brows, unable to sit still any longer.

After a moment of hesitation, he noticed the anxious looks from the other island leaders. As the host, he had no choice but to step forward and speak up.

"Sir…"

"Forgive my boldness, but with no sign of the Heavenly Dragon Mermaid Clan making a move, what should we do now?"

Hearing this, Yi Feng slowly raised his eyes, his mind equally blank.

He scanned the room, seeing expectant gazes directed at him, as if everyone was waiting for him to provide the answers.

This put Yi Feng in a tough spot.

Everyone was asking him, but who could he ask?

He was certain he had done enough to provoke the enemy. If the Third Prince had any pride at all, he should have already brought his forces to attack—whether to kill, maim, or even wage a bloody war.

That’s how the story was supposed to go.

Who could have guessed that the mermen would take so long to show up?

Feeling a mess of confusion, Yi Feng sensed that something was off. But then again, his plan had been going smoothly so far, and the mermen who had come earlier had been quite arrogant.

There shouldn’t be any problems.

The mermen would definitely come!

They were probably just busy gathering their troops!

Steadying his thoughts, Yi Feng confidently reassured the crowd.

"Wait. Just keep waiting."

"Everything is ready. We just need to wait for them to come seeking revenge!"

Hearing this, Shi Tianchuan and the others were momentarily stunned.

The fact that Yi Feng was so confident, even daring to wait for the mermen to come seeking revenge, suggested that his cultivation level far exceeded their imagination!

No wonder he could remain so calm!

It seemed that the invincible demeanor he had shown earlier might not have been his full strength!

*Hiss…*

Realizing this, the old-timers couldn’t help but inwardly gasp.

In an instant, the entire hall was filled with even greater reverence for Yi Feng, and praises erupted from all sides.

"Sir, your words are truly wise!"

"Exactly! We’ll just wait and see what tricks the Heavenly Dragon Mermaid Clan has up their sleeves!"

"Using stillness to counter change—what a brilliant strategy!"

"Hearing your profound insights today is worth more than ten thousand years of idle living!"

Encouraged by Yi Feng’s words, the leaders felt their confidence surge.

Even though there was still no sign of the Heavenly Dragon Mermaid Clan making a move, their minds were now at ease. They all followed Yi Feng’s example, sitting calmly and waiting, their minds already envisioning the glorious victory of the upcoming battle.

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Meanwhile, in the vast expanse of the heavens.

**Planet Yunxing.**

The mundane town of Pingjiang.

As peaceful as ever, living up to its name.

Outside the city.

The lake shimmered under the moonlight, surrounding a small island full of life. Despite the passage of years, the scene remained unchanged, as if time itself had stopped flowing.

Whether it was the fish in the river or the once-celebrated geniuses, all had been swept away by the tides of time, leaving no trace behind—mere fleeting moments in the grand scheme of things.

The moonlight was soft, and the chirping of insects filled the air.

The quiet courtyard was empty, save for the rustling leaves of an old locust tree, harmonizing with nature’s symphony. It seemed to hint that someone had once lived here, or perhaps it was simply lamenting the endless solitude.

*Swish…*

Even though it was summer, a withered leaf fell to the ground.

Such an anomaly, if seen by mortals, would surely become fodder for tavern tales, spun by storytellers into fantastical legends—though in truth, it was nothing more than a trivial oddity.

No one knew how many withered leaves had fallen.

Finally, a toad hopped out from near the old well.

It stood under the tree, looking up.

As it stroked its round chin, it spoke in a human voice.

"Old friend, you’ve grown old after all."

The old locust tree slowly opened its eyes and chuckled.

"Time is merciless."

"Of all those who have followed the Master, how many have achieved eternal life?"

"How is the Eldest Young Master’s progress?"

The toad rolled its eyes, gazing into the endless starry sky.

"The Eldest Young Master seems to have already fought his way to the edge of the world."

Thinking of Zhong Qing’s (钟青) monstrous figure, the toad’s eyes sparkled with admiration.

The old locust tree also looked up, not bothering to ask more about that existence.

After a few moments of silence, it remembered another figure and quietly asked again.

"What about the Second Young Master?"

Hearing this, the toad’s expression turned serious.

"The Second Young Master… I’m afraid it will take some time."

"After all, it’s a different world. The laws of that world are incomparable, so his challenges are naturally greater."

The old locust tree nodded slightly, its crown swaying gently.

"Indeed."

"The Second Young Master’s mission is of utmost importance. You must keep a close eye on him. There can’t be any mistakes."

The toad nodded.

"Don’t worry, I’ve got it covered."

Just as it was about to leave, it patted its round belly, a teasing smile on its face.

"Old friend."

"You’ve really got it made, haven’t you? Just sitting here day after day, not lifting a finger, yet still enjoying the Master’s favor."

The old locust tree didn’t argue, merely giving the toad a sidelong glance.

After a moment, the tree closed its eyes again, its trunk giving a slight shake. Its leaves rustled in the wind, and it returned to looking like an ordinary tree.

Seeing this, the toad let out a helpless yawn.

It stretched its front legs and smoothed its face, then hopped away, disappearing into the endless night.