NOVPUB"Father has emerged from retreat!"
In the heart of Guangyang Prefecture City, Gu Yang received the news immediately.
Gu Qingfeng had finished his seclusion.
It let the great stone hanging in his heart fall.
Since his own father had emerged from retreat, it meant that he was confident in dealing with the Tianyang Sword Sect.
At the same time.
Gu Yang also made certain to find out where the mysterious forces that had recently appeared in Qingyun State came from.
Divine Sword Sect—Sword State!
Taisu Sect—Ling Province!
Ji Family—Xianzhou!
These were all forces on the same level as the Tianyang Sword Sect; they belonged to the Immortal Sect families.
It wasn’t just the three great Immortal forces that had brought experts; numerous other top sects and families had also sent strong figures into Qingyun State.
The goal of these forces was also clear—it was Guangyang Prefecture.
To be precise.
It was the Great Grandmaster behind him, the Guangyang Prince.
Therefore.
Gu Yang saw this upcoming battle as of great significance.
If Gu Qingfeng and the Tianyang Sword Sect were both badly hurt, other forces would likely seize the opportunity to make their move.
In that case.
There could only be one outcome to this battle.
Victory!
And it had to be a crushing victory!
Otherwise.
Nothing less would be enough to deter these Immortal Sect forces.
"Where is Father now?"
Gu Yang looked at the Hidden Guard before him and asked.
Upon hearing this, the latter respectfully replied, "Reporting to Your Highness, after the manor master left Gu Family Manor, his movements have been unpredictable, and even we Hidden Guards, who have been observing him along the way, have found it difficult to discern any clues."
Hearing this.
Gu Yang showed a look of helplessness but did not become angry.
After all, the intelligence capabilities of the Hidden Guard were strong, but to constantly monitor a Great Grandmaster was an impossible task.
Besides.
The Hidden Guard itself was a force cultivated by Gu Qingfeng.
If he didn’t want the Hidden Guard to discover his whereabouts, it would be an easy matter for him.
At that moment.
Gu Yi walked in from outside.
"This subordinate greets Your Highness!"
"What is it?"
Gu Yang asked indifferently.
Gu Yi said, "The Hidden Guard reports that many unfamiliar strong figures have appeared within the Prefecture City. They are most likely from the other counties of Qingyun State, as well as forces from outside Qingyun State!"
"These unfamiliar strong figures’ arrival has significantly affected the internal stability of the Prefecture City to a large extent. Your Highness, please make a decision!"
Unfamiliar strong figures?
Gu Yang’s expression became imperceptibly bewildered upon hearing this, but he soon returned to normal.
"Those who come from these forces are likely here for my father and the Tianyang Sword Sect. As long as they don’t cause any trouble, we can ignore them for the time being.
However, in the following period, the Hidden Guard must strictly monitor everything inside the Prefecture City. If anyone causes trouble, suppress them directly."
Toward the end, Gu Yang’s expression had become much colder.
Guangyang Prefecture was his, Gu Yang’s, territory, and it wasn’t the place for other forces to run amok.
If these outsiders were well-behaved, Gu Yang wouldn’t deliberately provoke a falling out, but if they really didn’t know what’s good for them, there was nothing more to be said.
With the assets of eleven Innate Grandmaster Hidden Guards, solving problems should not be too difficult.
After all, any Peak of Innate Grandmaster was an existence comparable to the God Fusion Realm.
Even within the ranks of the Immortal Sects, those able to step into the God Fusion Realm are considered high-level figures.
At the moment when Gu Yi was about to take his leave, a figure suddenly appeared in the great hall without anyone noticing when it had arrived.
Upon seeing this figure, both Gu Yang and the others were startled, followed quickly by expressions of joy as they hurriedly bent forward to pay their respects.
"Greetings, Father (Honor to Your Esteemed Self)!"
The newcomer was none other than Gu Qingfeng, who had just left the Gu Family Manor.
At this time.
Gu Qingfeng looked at Gu Yang calmly and said, "There’s no need to worry about the Prefecture City’s problems. Just go about your business as usual. With me here, they won’t be able to stir up any trouble!"
"Father’s willingness to take command in the Prefecture City puts my mind at ease!"
Gu Yang also relaxed.
Gu Qingfeng’s arrival was like a stabilizing force, easing much of the pressure that Gu Yang had previously been facing.
Hearing this.
Gu Yi and the other Hidden Guards promptly took their leave.
The great hall was then left with only Gu Yang and Gu Qingfeng.
"According to the Hidden Guard’s intelligence reports, the Tianyang Sword Sect will enter Guangyang Prefecture in one more day. Should we use the army to surround and weaken the Tianyang Sword Sect’s might first and then have Father step in to solve the Tianyang Sword Sect problem?" inquired Gu Yang.
Regarding this.
Gu Qingfeng just shook his head, "There’s no need for such trouble. If the Tianyang Sword Sect wants to come, then let them come. There’s no need for any obstruction along the way.
The battle will attract many powerful figures. It’s a good opportunity to show them the true strength of the Gu Family Manor.
This battle, if you can eliminate Gu Yutian, will bring you tremendous benefits."
"Without Gu Yutian, the Tianyang Sword Sect can no longer be considered an authentic Immortal Sect. At that time, you can use this momentum to take Taishan County and then set your sights on Qingyun State."
"Only by taking control of a whole province can you truly have the qualification to contend for supremacy in the world!"
The emergence of a Great Grandmaster.
And the arrival of the Tianyang Sword Sect.
This had long turned Guangyang Prefecture into the center of the world’s turmoil.
Originally, Gu Qingfeng had not planned to let the Tianyang Sword Sect enter Guangyang Prefecture but instead aimed to eliminate Gu Yutian early and nip the threat in the bud.
But now.
Gu Qingfeng had other plans.
He didn’t want to stop Gu Yutian; on the contrary, he wanted to let Gu Yutian lead the forces of the Tianyang Sword Sect straight into Guangyang Prefecture and then execute him openly under the scrutiny of all.
The purpose of doing so was to establish awe.
After all.
Over the years, although the Gu Family Manor had annihilated many factions within Taishan County and even in Qingyun State, it was still famous.
However.
Such fame was no match for that of the Immortal Sects.
Should this battle publicly culminate in the slaying of Gu Yutian, then the reputation of the Gu Family Manor would reach its peak, and for Gu Yang, the Manor Master and Guangyang Prince, his prestige and reputation could increase by more than just double.
The enhancement of such reputation and prestige, while attracting hostility from many factions, can also bring about great benefits.
Hearing Gu Qingfeng’s words, Gu Yang’s heart couldn’t help but beat violently.
He was very clear.
If what Gu Qingfeng said could truly be achieved, the benefits were imaginable.
However.
There was still some worry lingering in Gu Yang’s heart.
"Father, just how certain are you about eliminating Gu Yutian?"
"One hundred percent!"
Gu Qingfeng uttered these two words.
Hearing this.
Gu Yang’s heart gave another jolt, immediately followed by a surge of great joy.
Knowing Gu Qingfeng as he did, the man never talked big.
Since his own father claimed to be one hundred percent sure, then it must indeed be so.
Thinking this.
The small lingering worries Gu Yang had about the upcoming battle dissolved completely.
