The Lord of Void and Real
Chapter 1427

Chapter 1427: Chapter 1423: Yanhe Conference Chapter 1427: Chapter 1423: Yanhe Conference When everyone had dispersed, only Shen Luo and Ao Hong remained in the hall.

Ao Hong walked down from the dais and sat directly on the last step, patting the space beside him.

Seeing this, Shen Luo didn't say more and went over to sit beside Ao Hong.

“Brother Shen, are you really not able to stay a few more days?” Ao Hong looked straight ahead and asked.

“I'm afraid not, I also have huge troubles to deal with on my side.” Shen Luo shook his head and let out a wry smile.

“To take revenge on the other Three Seas, I really need your help,” Ao Hong persisted, trying to persuade him.

“As of now, you've been doing very well, and I actually can't help much. As long as you're not too impatient and follow your plans, taking revenge on the Three Seas within ten years is also possible,” Shen Luo spoke frankly.

“Having you here would make me feel more at ease,” Ao Hong smiled, withdrew his gaze, and looked at Shen Luo as he spoke.

Shen Luo hesitated for a moment before continuing, “The matter at hand is urgent and cannot be delayed; it's impossible for me to stay at Dragon Palace. However, if you ever need me, just send a message and I will definitely come to lend you a hand.”

“In that case, I won't insist any further,” Ao Hong conceded seeing Shen Luo so decided.

Several days later, at East Sea Pan.

After resting for several days, Shen Luo planned to bid farewell and leave Dragon Palace to head for Tianji City.

Ao Hong came to see him off with Qing Chi and other trusted leaders of the Water Descendants by his side.

“Brother Shen, I won't say too much, just take this Dragon Gate Order with you, so you can come and go from the Eastern Sea at your leisure,” Ao Hong said, handing over a black jade token to Shen Luo.

Shen Luo didn't stand on ceremony and, after accepting the token, prepared to leave. Just then, he suddenly saw an escape light rushing from a distance–a young man holding a wine pot flew towards them on his sword, riding the wind.

Seeing this, Qing Chi and the other leaders of the Eastern Sea Aquatic Race were on high alert, and they drew their weapons ready to intercept.

“Everyone, no need to be nervous, it's an acquaintance,” Shen Luo immediately stopped them when he saw their reaction.

The young man also noticed everyone and called out from afar, “Brother Shen!”

“Brother Lu,” Shen Luo responded with a smile.

The newcomer was none other than Lu Huaming.

After landing, Lu Huaming said with a face full of joy, “I'm so glad you haven't left; otherwise, I would've had to rush to Tianji City to find you.”

“What's the matter, something came up?” Shen Luo asked, his eyebrows slightly raising.

“No, no, the result of the Mount Fangcun incident has been settled, and we're inviting all the Major Sects to attend the disposal conference. I knew you were in the Eastern Sea and was also tasked with inviting Dragon Palace, so I took the job to come here,” Lu Huaming explained, tying the Wine Gourd back to his waist and waving his hand.

“I see,” Shen Luo nodded.

“First, take me to meet the Dragon King at Dragon Palace. The Dragon Clan only invited the Eastern Sea this time; I need to report in person to the Dragon King,” Lu Huaming requested.

Upon hearing this, Qing Chi and the others showed subtle changes in their expressions, all involuntarily furrowing their brows.

“We at Dragon Palace will not be participating in this disposal conference,” Ao Hong stated indifferently.

Caught off guard, Lu Huaming glanced at Ao Hong with some confusion, “Isn't it necessary to ask the Dragon King?”

As soon as he asked the question, he saw Shen Luo frowning and shaking his head at him; he immediately understood that there were likely circumstances here that made it inappropriate to discuss further.

“Since that's the case, we won't force the issue. If the Eastern Sea has unspeakable difficulties, the Great Tang Dynasty Government is willing to help,” Lu Huaming replied to Ao Hong, his words carrying a hint of goodwill even though he didn't know what had happened.

“There's no need to trouble yourselves, Dragon Palace can handle its own affairs,” Ao Hong said.

His tone was even, but his words suggested keeping others at a distance.

Lu Huaming frowned at this but didn't say anything more. Instead, he looked toward Shen Luo as if asking about his next plan.

“Brother Lu, I won't join in on the excitement either; I have to head straight to Tianji City afterward,” Shen Luo answered, catching on.

“No need to go to Tianji City, the conference also invited Tianji City, and Little Master has already agreed to attend the meeting in Chang'an. You were going to Tianji City to find him, right?” Lu Huaming said with a laugh.

“That's true; such a significant event, how could they not invite Little Master? Alright, I'll go back to Chang'an with you,” Shen Luo thought for a moment and then understood, nodding in response.

Afterward, Shen Luo said his formal farewells to Ao Hong and left with Lu Huaming.

On the return journey, Lu Huaming inquired about the events at Dragon Palace, and Shen Luo told him the ins and outs of what had transpired.

“What? Such a drastic change occurred in Dragon Palace? This matter must be reported to the Great Tang Dynasty Government and the Heavenly Palace immediately,” Lu Huaming said with a frown.

“About this matter… I think Ao Hong doesn't intend to seek help from other powers; instead, he wants to accumulate strength and seek revenge on his own,” Shen Luo hesitated for a moment before speaking.

“He… seems very calm, it's hard to imagine he just suffered such a calamity,” Lu Huaming commented.

“The more he contains his emotions now, the fiercer the flames of revenge will burn later. I'm actually a bit worried about him; the impact of this matter on his temperament is likely to be significant,” Shen Luo said, shaking his head with a sigh.

“Then…” Lu Huaming hesitated.

“No one can help him with this matter for now; let's leave it to him to handle. Having this fire within him might not be a bad thing after all. With so many hidden woes in the Three Realms, the sooner he can grow strong and settle the affairs of Dragon Palace, the better it should be for this realm,” Shen Luo pondered for a moment and spoke.

“Alright, I trust your judgment,” Lu Huaming replied, nodding.

“By the way, what's this disposal conference planning to do about the incident involving the siege of Mount Fangcun?” Shen Luo suddenly changed the subject and asked.

“Actually, the disposal conference is just a lay term; the meeting, led by the Heavenly Palace and hosted by the Great Tang Dynasty Government, is called the Yanhe Conference, meaning to extend and harmonize peace. But in reality, it's mainly to punish Lion Camel Ridge, Demon King Fort, and Pansi Cave, these powers, as well as to give a settlement to Mount Fangcun and to warn other Demon Sects not to harbor thoughts of chaos,” Lu Huaming said with a grave tone.

“Extend and harmonize peace, as if the Heavenly Palace has no responsibility,” Shen Luo said, a hint of resentment in his voice. After all, those Demon Sects wouldn't have been able to go so far without the tacit consent of the Heavenly Palace.

Returning to the conversation, those at the Heavenly Palace always touted peace for the world, but in fact, all their actions were driven by interest.

Upon hearing this, Lu Huaming gave an embarrassed smile and didn't continue the conversation. If one were to get down to it, the Great Tang Dynasty Government too should bear a significant portion of the responsibility.

Shen Luo didn't inquire in detail about the specifics of the conference. Since everything had been set in stone long ago, the arrangements for each party would have surely been settled, and likely even coordinated with Mount Fangcun beforehand. The meeting would just be for show, announcing the decisions, and he would see for himself when the time came.