344. Power Play From All Sides
Mr. Qingyun's birthday celebration concluded flawlessly. Many guests began to depart, including Xu Qingbai and Mr. Xiuting, who promptly returned to Xiling. After all, Xiling had only recently been subdued and required someone to oversee it. However, the dignitaries from various countries, including Mo Jingli, the Southern Garrison Prince, showed no intention of leaving. Everyone understood that the real negotiations and power struggles were only now truly beginning. Whoever left at this stage risked becoming marginalized in the ensuing contest, thereby missing the chance to seize the initiative.
The already tumultuous Licheng assumed an even more mysterious atmosphere following the unexpected appearance of Cangmang Mountain's successor at Mr. Qingyun's birthday feast.
