"Hehe, that's a matter of course. How can one not do their utmost when working for the Young Master?" the Azure Dragon Lord said with a smile.
"Excellent. In this way, adding the piece of the compass you presented to this Marquis, we now have three pieces. Next, only the last piece from the Vermilion Bird Ancient Kingdom remains."
A voice came from within the gauze curtains.
"The Vermilion Bird Ancient Kingdom, you say? This..." The Azure Dragon Lord's expression showed slight hesitation.
"What, is there a problem?" The voice sank slightly, seeming somewhat capricious.
Sweat beaded slightly on the Azure Dragon Lord's forehead as he hurriedly replied, "Young Master misunderstands. Before, the Vermilion Bird Ancient Kingdom indeed had some relations with my Azure Dragon Ancient Kingdom. But now, not only are there no relations, but there is even enmity."
Xiao Chen had his engagement broken by Bai Yu'er and was driven out of the Jun family in an extremely wretched state, even having his dragon qi stolen.
The Azure Dragon Lord naturally couldn't have any good feelings towards the Vermilion Bird Ancient Kingdom and Bai Yu'er.
They could even be considered enemies now.
"Oh, what's the reason for that?" the voice asked.
The Azure Dragon Lord replied, "That Imperial Daughter of the Vermilion Bird Ancient Kingdom might have some connection with the Jun family's Divine Child."
"The Jun family's Divine Child?"
That voice also carried a hint of faint hesitation and doubt.
Currently, in the Desolate Heaven Immortal Domain, not many people might have seen Jun Xiaoyao, but there were definitely many who had heard his name.
"The Jun family's Divine Child probably wouldn't care about such a small kingdom," the voice said lightly.
"Just a reminder to the Young Master," the Azure Dragon Lord said.
Previously, after Jun Linglong subdued the Vermilion Bird Ancient Kingdom, the Vermilion Bird Ancient Kingdom did not announce it publicly.
Because, after all, this wasn't a very glorious matter.
So now, apart from the Vermilion Bird Lord, Bai Yu'er, and the ministers who had witnessed it firsthand.
Everyone else was unaware that the Vermilion Bird Ancient Kingdom was already a force under Jun Xiaoyao.
"Hmph, what reminder? Let's not even talk about whether that Vermilion Bird Ancient Kingdom has any connection with Jun Xiaoyao. Even if it does, would this Marquis be afraid?"
The voice said with a slightly displeased tone.
"Indeed, indeed. The Young Master is a great figure, destined to stand at the peak of the Immortal Domain in the future, looking down on all living beings," the Azure Dragon Lord flattered.
"Mm, good that you know. Next, directly gather the armies of the three kingdoms and attack the Vermilion Bird Ancient Kingdom. Make them submit and bring back the bronze compass fragment."
"As you command," the Azure Dragon Lord cupped his hands and said.
"Right, I heard that Vermilion Bird Imperial Daughter Bai Yu'er is a rare beauty. Don't harm her then. Bring her here to become this Marquis's concubine."
"Yes." The Azure Dragon Lord nodded, feeling a sense of relief in his heart at the same time.
Fortunately, Bai Yu'er had broken off relations with Xiao Chen. Otherwise, wouldn't this be personally cuckolding his own son?
"Rest assured, after this is done, you will not lack benefits. At that time, the Four Great Ancient Kingdoms will merge into the Four Symbols Ancient Kingdom, and you will be the sole Lord," the voice chuckled lightly.
"Thank you, Young Master!" A trace of joy appeared in the Azure Dragon Lord's eyes.
Isn't this exactly what he wanted?
Subsequently, the Azure Dragon Lord took his leave.
That voice, however, murmured to itself.
"Once all four pieces are gathered to form the complete bronze compass, perhaps I can find clues to that Bronze Immortal Hall."
"If I succeed, this Marquis will obtain a great opportunity. At that time, I will definitely have full confidence in marrying Wu Mingyue."
"Subsequently, I will enter the Panwu Mausoleum to obtain opportunities, and then gradually take control of the Panwu Divine Dynasty's power."
"Finally, I, Yang Pan, will definitely be able to stand above the Nine Heavens and Ten Earths, at the pinnacle of all living beings!"
That voice, filled with immense ambition, echoed throughout the entire palace.
...
Within a few days, the Azure Dragon Lord had integrated the allied forces of the three kingdoms and was marching towards the Vermilion Bird Ancient Kingdom.
Moreover, they made no attempt at concealment, openly advancing towards Huozhou.
The news quickly reached the Vermilion Bird Ancient Kingdom.
Instantly, the entire country was in a state of panic.
Previously, hearing that the Azure Dragon Ancient Kingdom had annexed the White Tiger Ancient Kingdom and the Black Tortoise Ancient Kingdom had already caused unease in the hearts of many ministers of the Vermilion Bird Ancient Kingdom.
Now that the news was confirmed, it threw the entire Vermilion Bird Ancient Kingdom into chaos.
Given the current national strength of the Vermilion Bird Ancient Kingdom, let alone the allied forces of three kingdoms, even just the Azure Dragon Ancient Kingdom alone was enough to cause a life-or-death crisis for the Vermilion Bird Ancient Kingdom.
The allied forces of three kingdoms almost amounted to a death sentence for the Vermilion Bird Ancient Kingdom.
Vermilion Bird Ancient Kingdom, within the imperial palace.
A group of ministers approached Bai Yu'er.
"Your Highness Imperial Daughter, please quickly send a message to the Jun family's Divine Child and see if he can help!"
"Yes, the Lord is currently in seclusion and hasn't emerged. Only the Jun family can save our Vermilion Bird Ancient Kingdom!"
Many informed ministers strongly requested Bai Yu'er to seek help from Jun Xiaoyao.
"Alright, ministers, don't be anxious. I will try," Bai Yu'er said.
She was naturally anxious in her heart as well. Taking out a communication jade slip, she sent a message to Jun Linglong.
Because she had no direct way to contact Jun Xiaoyao.
On the Jun family's side, Jun Linglong also received the message.
However, right now, Jun Xiaoyao was still in seclusion. It was impossible for Jun Linglong to disturb him for such a matter.
Bai Yu'er, upon receiving the news, felt her heart sink slightly.
Jun Xiaoyao was in seclusion and couldn't be notified.
And Jun Linglong's status was far inferior to Jun Xiaoyao's; it was impossible for her to mobilize the Jun family's power to help the Vermilion Bird Ancient Kingdom.
Only if Jun Xiaoyao personally intervened would he have the ability to help the Vermilion Bird Ancient Kingdom.
But the problem was that he was in seclusion, and no one could disturb him.
Bai Yu'er relayed this news to the ministers.
"How could this be? Is heaven trying to destroy our Vermilion Bird Ancient Kingdom?" Some ministers' faces turned pale.
"Not necessarily. The Azure Dragon Ancient Kingdom probably just wants us to submit. Let's see what their attitude is then," Bai Yu'er said.
Next, the Vermilion Bird Ancient Kingdom also entered a state of combat readiness.
The various outside factions were not optimistic about the Vermilion Bird Ancient Kingdom.
They even believed it was a battle of an egg against a rock.
The outcome was completely without suspense; it was only a matter of time.
Of course, this speculation was also because they didn't know that the Vermilion Bird Ancient Kingdom was already Jun Xiaoyao's private force.
If they knew this, they definitely wouldn't have such an opinion.
However, in just a few short days.
The allied forces of the three kingdoms had already entered the territory of Huozhou, their target being the imperial capital of the Vermilion Bird Ancient Kingdom.
Wherever they passed, all cities were powerless to resist and were directly destroyed.
Most of the Vermilion Bird Ancient Kingdom's forces were also concentrated in the imperial capital.
Regardless of the final outcome, the Vermilion Bird Ancient Kingdom ultimately couldn't just sit and wait for death.
Just as the final battle of the Four Great Ancient Kingdoms was about to erupt.
Jun family, within the Heavenly Emperor Palace.
An overwhelmingly powerful aura was permeating, and a brilliant light was rising.
An immortal mist filled with radiance emanated, making one feel as if a supreme true immortal was seated cross-legged within the Heavenly Emperor Palace.
Outside the Heavenly Emperor Palace, Jun Linglong, Jun Xuehuang, Jun Zhangjian, and Jun Wanjie were all present.
Their eyes also showed expressions of surprise and joy.
"The Divine Child is finally coming out of seclusion!"
End of this chapter)