Chapter 2523 - 2521: Mediators from Both Sides
East Sea Dragon Palace, the news of the Ninth Princess and Cang Tianba returned, causing an uproar in the palace.
No one had dared to challenge the dignity of the Dragon Palace for a long time.
The East Sea Dragon Palace commands an army of a million demon soldiers.
Moreover, the Dragon Kings of the Four Seas stand united, advancing and retreating together.
Offending the East Sea is equivalent to offending the Four Seas.
The East Sea Dragon King was furious, hearing about the force named Liangshan Island for the first time.
He assumed Liangshan Island was a newly emerging small power, hence filled with contempt.
Immediately, he gathered a million troops, preparing to bloodbath Liangshan Island and teach these villains a lesson.
Those who dare to challenge the dignity of the East Sea must be severely punished.
Otherwise, everyone would think the East Sea is easy to bully.
In the ocean, the sound of drums was incessant.
Various troops of little demons assembled, waiting for orders to attack Liangshan Island.
At this moment, someone came urgently seeking an audience with the Dragon King.
The Dragon King summoned him, sitting in the main hall.
The man approached, clasped his hands in salute to the Dragon King, and bowed, "Uncle above, please accept a bow from your nephew."
This man was none other than Ao Jie.
The Dragon King was not particularly close to this distant nephew, and said with a stern face, "Why have you come to see me?"
Ao Jie said, "Nephew knows Uncle intends to attack Liangshan Island, hence came to advise Uncle!"
The East Sea Dragon King scoffed disdainfully, "You came to advise me? Explain your reasoning. Is there a reason not to attack Liangshan Island?"
Ao Jie calmly replied, "Indeed, there is a reason not to attack."
The East Sea Dragon King angrily smacked the Dragon Chair, saying, "When has my East Sea been instructed by a youngster like you? How did your father usually educate you?"
Ao Jie patiently advised, "Uncle need not be angry. Nephew speaks for the sake of our Dragon Clan. Uncle might not know the background of this Liangshan Island; it’s not a place our Ocean Clan can provoke!"
The East Sea Dragon King raised his eyebrows and said, "I don’t know, but you know?"
Ao Jie said, "I do know. To be honest, nephew is a disciple of the master of Liangshan Island."
"You..."
The East Sea Dragon King suddenly rose in fury, raising his hand to curse, "Oh, so after all this time, you are a traitor to our Dragon Clan! Despite my previous kindness to your family, this is how you repay me?"
Ao Jie said, "Uncle, wait until nephew finishes speaking, then punish me."
The East Sea Dragon King took a deep breath and sat down with a muffled voice saying, "Speak, let’s see what you have to say. If you’re trying to mediate for those bandits, I urge you to abandon the thought. Even if my East Sea Dragon Palace is downcast, we will not suffer insult from a bunch of unruly demons!"
After the Dragon King finished cursing, Ao Jie then said, "Uncle, between our East Sea Dragon Palace and the Western Buddha Sect, which is more powerful?"
The East Sea Dragon King replied discontentedly, "That’s obvious; can we compare to the Buddha Sect?"
Ao Jie continued, "May I ask Uncle, who among our East Sea experts could match Emperor Shi Tian or Mosquito Daoist of the Western World?"
The East Sea Dragon King, puzzled by his intent, impatiently said, "This Emperor Shi Tian is the chief protector of the Western Eight Divisions of Heavenly Dragons, and Mosquito Daoist possesses the Third Grade Golden Lotus of the Primordial Wild. How could our Dragon Palace compare to them?"
He cursed, "What are you really asking? Stop beating around the bush!"
Ao Jie said, "To be honest, not long ago, Emperor Shi Tian’s demonic form was slain, and Mosquito Daoist was imprisoned, all by the master of Liangshan Island."
"What did you say?"
The Dragon King’s eyes were wide open in disbelief, saying, "Are you talking nonsense?"
Ao Jie earnestly said, "My cousin Ao Lie from the West Sea is a protector of the Western Heavenly Dragon Division. Uncle doesn’t believe it? Feel free to inquire with him. My master’s origins are extraordinary, born from a desire to kill, indeed not someone our Dragon Clan can provoke. Nephew begs Uncle to think thrice before acting, lest bring a calamity upon the Dragon Clan!"
The Dragon King’s face darkened, staring at Ao Jie, and said, "Even if that’s true, my Dragon Palace suffered greatly, even my daughter and son-in-law are caught. You expect me to swallow this injustice?"
Ao Jie said, "Uncle, rest assured, I have checked. Ninth Sister and her husband are only captured, not harmed. If Uncle rashly attacks, they will surely perish."
The East Sea Dragon King carefully analyzed his words. Being cautious by nature, he eventually calmed down and said, "Stay here for a while, I’ll send someone to gather information. If I find any falsehood in your words, don’t expect any mercy from me."
"Nephew understands!"
Ao Jie clasped his hands and paid respects, temporarily staying in the East Sea.
The East Sea Dragon King sent word to the West Sea Dragon King, asking him to contact Little White Dragon Ao Lie in the Western Direction to verify Ao Jie’s claims.
Meanwhile, he prepared.
If Ao Jie’s words proved false, he would immediately attack Liangshan Island.
Those wild demons who dare to rise above and defy must be killed without mercy.
Otherwise, outsiders will think the Dragon Palace easy to bully, making life difficult thereafter.
Just one day passed, and endless news flowed back from outside.
Little White Dragon Ao Lie sent word, asking the East Sea Dragon King not to engage.
No matter what happens, patience is required.
He confirmed, the matters of Emperor Shi Tian and Mosquito Daoist are true.
Currently, the Buddha Sect has not yet retaliated.
The East Sea Dragon King was shocked by the news, not expecting the seemingly insignificant Liangshan Island to have such a background.
Emperor Shi Tian, Mosquito Daoist, they were experts of Golden Immortal level.
Looking at the Dragon Palaces of the Four Seas, where is someone who can match their realm?
He hurriedly summoned Ao Jie, this time even hosting a banquet to warmly entertain Ao Jie.
The difference in attitude, two completely different persons.
Ao Jie had long ceased to be the rash youth from before, understanding fully his uncle’s character of fearing the strong and despising the weak, being attracted to wealth.
He wasn’t surprised at his changing attitude.
At the banquet, the East Sea Dragon King toasted him, courteously saying, "Wise nephew, I’ve wronged you. Had it not been for your reminder, I would have made a grave mistake!"
Ao Jie raised his cup and said, "Uncle, you are too kind. As a member of the Dragon Clan, naturally I must act in its interest. This matter is merely a misunderstanding. The master of Liangshan Island is merely settling in Liangshan, a previously desolate and deserted island, which Uncle surely knows. He resides on the shore, while we are underwater. Essentially, there’s no fundamental conflict of interest between us."
The East Sea Dragon King was surprised by the boy’s change in such a short time, every now and then nodding in agreement, "Indeed true, the fault lies with Little Jiu and her husband. They shouldn’t have rushed in without understanding the situation, causing conflict. According to Wise Nephew, how should we resolve this matter?"
Ao Jie said, "Uncle knows that nephew has just recently become a disciple under this Superior Immortal, having a low position in the sect. Nephew merely came privately to advise Uncle; if one is to settle this matter, I must go back to the sect to inquire."
The East Sea Dragon King said, "Yes, yes, indeed. Wise Nephew, you know full well, I see Little Jiu as my precious jewel, she must suffer no grievance. Since they’ve spared Little Jiu’s life, they likely disdain our Dragon Palace and wish to avoid an escalated situation. You should return and inquire among them, acting as a mediator and ask what they require. As long as they show mercy and spare Jiu’er, our Dragon Palace will agree to any terms."