Upon hearing this, Hulena and the others were all stunned...
They never expected that things had already reached such a critical point!
"A great war is about to begin? No wonder you've been so anxious lately, Xu Sheng!"
"Yes, I've been wondering why the people from Sea God's Island and the Worship Hall are coming here so frequently. So, this is the reason!"
"Xu Sheng, are these abyssal creatures really that powerful?"
Xu Sheng pondered for a moment and gave an appropriate analogy, "Well... let's put it this way, at the peak of his power, that Abyssal Emperor, even if the entire Tiandou Empire and Xingluo Empire, plus all the Soul Masters from Sea God's Island joined forces, wouldn't last a single round against him!"
Evil Moon gasped, "Doesn't that mean our human Soul Masters are doomed to lose in a battle against the abyssal creatures?"
If that's the case, it's truly terrifying!
Xu Sheng, seeing his expression, reassured him, "Not necessarily. Like I said earlier, it's only at the Abyssal Emperor's peak form that he'd be so powerful. As of now, he probably hasn't fully regained his strength!"
The Heaven Saint Crack Abyss is not invincible; it cannot restore the Abyssal Emperor to his peak so quickly!
Hulena blinked, "Xu Sheng, do you already have a plan in mind?"
Clearly, he was the same age as them, yet Xu Sheng was already discussing such monumental matters that affected the entire human race!
The so-called Golden Generation was nothing in comparison!
Xu Sheng hesitated for a moment before answering, "My current plan is to have all the forces across the continent unite and prepare in advance before the abyssal creatures launch their war."
"However, obviously, we failed. The Sea Dragon Sacred Pillar came a few days ago precisely to discuss cooperation with Your Holiness!"
Flame covered his mouth with a cough, "Hey, Nana, Evil Moon, stop asking. This is beyond our involvement!"
"Xu Sheng, what about Qianjun Gongfeng and Jianglong Gongfeng? Didn't they come yesterday?"
With such a blunt change of topic, Xu Sheng didn't point it out and truthfully replied, "Qianjun Gongfeng and Jianglong Gongfeng left this morning!"
Of course, to be exact, they couldn't stand being closely monitored by Ghost Charm and Yue Guan!
Flame shrugged, "Oh, it's just as well that they're gone. We didn't want to see them anyway."
Just then, "Xu Sheng!"
Ghost Charm's figure suddenly appeared...
Seeing this, the three of them quickly said, "Ghost Douluo!"
Then, very tactfully, they left...
Xu Sheng was puzzled, "Ghost Douluo, what is it?"
Ghost Charm said seriously, "Just now, we received news that Xue Qinghe and others attacked by abyssal creatures were found by the royal household, and they're all alive!"
Xu Sheng was not surprised but still asked, "Oh? Did they defeat the abyssal creatures with the royal household's soldiers?"
Not to mention Xue Qinghe, with Qian Renxue, there were also Porcupine Douluo and Serpent Spear Douluo for protection, along with Ning Fengzhi and Gu Rong accompanying them. Unless they encountered the Abyssal Emperor in person, they should escape!
Ghost Charm shook his head, "No, the royal household soldiers protecting Xue Qinghe were completely wiped out. Only he, Ning Fengzhi, and Gu Rong survived!"
Xu Sheng thoughtfully said, "Are they now returning to the imperial palace?"
Being suddenly attacked by abyssal creatures indicated that the imperial palace had been infiltrated, hence the detailed action route!
The most prudent course would be to return to the imperial palace for a thorough inspection!
Ghost Charm paused and denied, "No, they're still following the original route, heading toward Martial Soul City. They should arrive soon!"
This response caused Xu Sheng's brow to furrow...
"Not returning to the imperial palace but instead continuing to Martial Soul City? That's not a wise decision."
After all, there's no guarantee they won't be attacked again!
Ghost Charm quickly asked, "Xu Sheng, what should we do now?"
Xu Sheng was somewhat surprised, "Shouldn't Elder Gui be asking Your Holiness about this? Why ask me?"
Ghost Charm coughed, "Actually, it's because Your Holiness sent me to consult your opinion."
Xu Sheng took a deep breath, "Cooperation with the royal household and the upper three families is not like dealing with Sea God's Island; it must succeed!"
"Otherwise, there's essentially no possibility of resisting the abyssal creatures."
Ghost Charm was astonished, "Is this matter really that serious?"
From the long interaction, he realized Xu Sheng never made baseless claims!
Xu Sheng sighed, "From the royal household's attack this time, you should see it, right?"
"The abyssal creatures now have the foundations to wage war against humans. They're only probing right now!"
Ghost Charm nodded, "I understand. I will report to Your Holiness truthfully!"
"Also, Your Holiness mentioned that when Xue Qinghe and others arrive at the Pope Hall, they hope you'll join the conversation too."
Xu Sheng nodded slightly, "I understand."
Even if Bi Bidong didn't mention it, he would voluntarily propose it!
Receiving a positive response, Ghost Charm vanished in a blink of an eye...
Randomly, Xu Sheng turned his gaze to see Flame not far away, amused, "Flame, did you think Elder Gui and I wouldn't notice you using spiritual power to eavesdrop?"
Flame nervously touched his nose, "Hehe, I was curious, you know."
Hulena and Evil Moon covered their foreheads...
Fortunately, it was Elder Gui and Xu Sheng; if it were Elder Ju, he'd certainly get scolded!
"Flame, don't do this again. If it were Elder Ju, you'd be in trouble."
"Yes, this matter seems important; we better not eavesdrop on it."
Flame patted his chest, promising, "Absolutely, absolutely, I was just curious this time."
Xu Sheng smiled slightly, "Alright then, everyone go cultivate for now. I have something to attend to!"
Knowing he had matters to handle, Hulena and the others said nothing and nodded in agreement...
...
Meanwhile, departing Jiang Long Douluo couldn't help but say to Qianjun Douluo beside him, "Qian Jun, don't you think Bi Bidong's strength is improving rather quickly? Every time I see her, she seems stronger."
The latter paused, and nodded affirmatively, "Hmm, Bi Bidong's talent isn't weak. To secure the Papal position, she's likely working hard to improve her strength!"
Jiang Long Douluo said again, "Should we inform big brother? If this woman's power grows, she won't be easy to deal with."
Qianjun Douluo seemed to have heard a joke, "Huh, are you worried her strength will surpass big brother's? Don't be ridiculous."
"Big brother is at the Limit Douluo Level, giving Bi Bidong twenty years, she won't reach that stage!"
In their view, aside from the Great Priest Poseidon of Sea God's Island, no one could match Qian Dao Liu.
Bi Bidong, just an overconfident woman!