Chapter 872 - 681: Wedding Celebration
The Tiger Whale Emperor stared at Shen Xuan for a long time.
The waves came and went, only the undercurrent slowly surged.
Finally, his massive head nodded slightly.
"Very well. I shall go and see."
"True Master Profound Ice, do not disappoint me."
Shen Xuan cupped his hands, speaking sincerely: "Tiger Whale Emperor, rest assured. I have collaborated with the Wilderness Demon Emperor for many years, always mutually beneficial and trustworthy. The partnership between our two clans will surely be a win-win situation."
The great change of Starlight Island from desolation to prosperity over the years was something the Tiger Whale Emperor had naturally seen.
He did not believe that True Master Profound Ice had the means to forcibly coerce the demons of the Wilderness into submission.
Presumably, it was also like today, lured by profit.
Only mutual benefits can sustain a long-lasting stable cooperation.
This point was as clear as a mirror to the Tiger Whale Emperor.
Seeing the Tiger Whale Emperor finally relent, Shen Xuan also secretly breathed a sigh of relief.
To be honest, the deep-sea profound gold mineral vein itself was not of much use to him at present.
But exploiting the deep-sea mineral vein required a massive workforce for excavation, transportation, and preliminary selection.
The subsequent processing, refining of magical treasures, and even sales circulation can involve numerous cultivators in various positions.
At any time, ample employment is the cornerstone of prosperity.
The proposed profit-sharing by Shen Xuan seemed like a significant concession.
However, the rewards of the cultivators participating in labor are all counted as costs, not within this "profit."
If the Tiger Whale Emperor chooses to forego spirit stones and instead demands the construction of marine farms or breeding grounds,
that will open up a new batch of jobs, supporting more cultivators and their families.
The most important thing is that once cooperation is achieved,
The Tiger Shark Race will be tied to the chariot of Starlight Island.
They will never sit idly by if their own interests are harmed.
The Profound Celestial Sect, Cyan Cloud Sect, Purple Yunting Tree Emperor, Tiger Whale Demon Emperor...
Shen Xuan secretly linked the four forces with the thread of interests, deeply binding them to the industry of Starlight Island.
From now on, anything detrimental to Starlight Island is equivalent to harming these four interests.
It can be said that as long as the Demon Race does not invade the Profound Origin Realm en masse, Starlight Island is as stable as a rock.
This was precisely a crucial move laid out by Shen Xuan before leaving the island.
Starlight Island is his foundation.
It is home to his family, his beloved friends, and descendants.
Even if he travels afar one day, he must plan and arrange in advance,
to ensure the foundation of Starlight Island remains peaceful and secure for a hundred years.
...
Soon, it was the day of the wedding celebration for True Master Profound Ice and True Master Hanyue.
On this day, Starlight Island was decorated beautifully, with festivity reaching the sky.
In the air above the island, escape lights traveled incessantly.
Foundation Establishment Realm cultivators showcased various divine powers, either maneuvering magical artifacts, transforming into flowing light, or riding spiritual birds and exotic beasts, flying in from all directions, making an impressive spectacle.
What was astounding is that the sect leaders of the other five major sects of Song Country actually attended in person to offer their congratulations.
Even a branch of the Danxia Sect, which had always remained aloof from Song Country’s cultivation realm, unprecedentedly sent a Golden Core Elder.
The flying ships and magical artifacts of each sect shuttled back and forth, splendidly illuminating half the sky.
The guests attending the celebration were mostly Core Formation Realm true masters, all top figures of Song Country’s cultivation realm.
The remaining small half in the Foundation Establishment Realm were old acquaintances and friends of Shen Xuan and Qin Yuehan, mostly disciples from the Cyan Cloud Sect.
There were also a few loose cultivator acquaintances, like former demon hunting team comrades Wen Zijian, Tang Renhao, and Zhu Jintang from Yunyuan Immortal City.
Lv Zhengying received these individuals, arranging them at the best Juxian Tower in Starlight Immortal City.
The cultivation realm had strict grades, and it was typically difficult for those a great realm apart to sit together.
Shen Xuan had already instructed to ensure that Lv Zhengying must retain these Foundation Establishment Realm acquaintances, and that he and Qin Yuehan would personally go to toast them.
This marriage celebration opened the eyes of the cultivators on Starlight Island.
The rarely seen Core Formation Realm true masters and sect leaders all gathered on Starlight Island today.
"Truly worthy of the Island Master!"
Many people marveled in their hearts, proud to be associated.
So many high tier cultivators came for the Island Master’s wedding celebration, attesting to his prestige and status.
Outside the Cold Ice Cave, dignified Core Formation true masters presented congratulatory gifts, confidently stepping in under the respectful guidance of Starlight Island cultivators.
In front of the cave mansion, True Master Wei Chen was dedicated to recording, while Qin Baohua stood beside, reciting the list of gifts with Dao sound heard throughout the island.
"True Master Qing Hui of the Thousand Mechanism Sect, congratulates with a Tier Three Puppet Tiger!"
"True Master Wan Ling of the Beast Emperor Pavilion, congratulates with a pair of Golden Winged Divine Eagle eggs!"
"True Master Minghuo of the Golden Sun Sect, congratulates with a Fire Leaf Red Lotus!"
The congratulatory gifts from each sect’s leader were all Tier Three spiritual objects, lavish gifts indeed.
"True Master Xuan Ji of the Profound Celestial Sect, congratulates with a Purple-eyed Fire Demon Pill!"
With this announcement, the whole island was in uproar.
"Even True Master Xuan Ji came personally to congratulate?"
"Could it be that the Island Master has reconciled with the Profound Celestial Sect?"
"Oh, don’t you know yet?"
"Know what? Tell us quickly!"
"True Master Hanyue was born into the Qin family of Purple Maple Mountain! That Qin Baohua True Master announcing the gifts, is her brother of the same generation!"
"I see!"
The discussions hadn’t stopped when a more resounding, long-lasting Dao sound echoed through the sky, pushing the island’s atmosphere to a new climax.
"Purple Maple True Monarch, the Supreme Elder of the Profound Celestial Sect, congratulates with a Purple Maple Divine Sword!"
Instantly, every part of Starlight Island fell silent, then erupted in even greater amazement and excitement.
Purple Maple True Monarch!
The number one cultivator of Song Country!
This thoroughly confirmed the rumors just mentioned.
Had it not been for Qin Yuehan’s origin in the Qin family, there would have been no need for Purple Maple True Monarch to arrive in person, given True Master Xuan Ji was already present.
As one wave of shock subsided, another arose.
Moments later, Qin Baohua’s voice sounded again, carrying a trace of astonishment that he himself could not entirely conceal.