Facing such a situation, Lu Ye also felt sowhat powerless, not knowing how to resolve it.
In fact, Old Tang hadn't told Lu Ye one thing, which was that, on Yuan Cheng's side, they had already stated that unless Three Worlds Island was willing to co and apologize, the island would never rise.
Yuan Du previously didn't want to accept Tang Jun's visit to the mountain because he looked down on Three Worlds Island. After all, before Lu Ye returned, the island's apparent strength wasn't strong. He felt that the Three Worlds cultivators couldn't hold onto this foundation, so accepting them early was useless.
But the situation is different now. Three Worlds Island has demonstrated its strength, even capturing Baiyue Island. Unless a top force intervenes, no force in the All Phenona Ocean would recklessly cause trouble for Three Worlds Island.
In other words, with that battle, Three Worlds Island now has the qualification to visit the mountain.
But Sun Blaze cannot lose face. If Three Worlds Island wants to visit Yuan Du, they have to show their sincerity. Coming to apologize is just the first step; there will inevitably be more demanding requirents.
Old Tang knew that Lu Ye would never agree to such a thing, so he naturally wouldn't ntion it to him.
As they were talking, a cheerful voice suddenly ca from outside, "Mang Dang of the Stone Race has co to visit. Is Fellow Daoist Lu Yiye here?"
Lu Ye abruptly raised his head, only to see a starboat hovering outside the island, with a burly figure standing on it. Who else could it be but Mang Dang?
Tang Jun looked at Lu Ye in astonishnt, "You have connections with the Stone Race?"
Lu Ye explained, "Outside Jade Conch World, during the Filth Race invasion, I was the one who saved him."
Old Tang suddenly understood, "So it's him!"
The matter of the Filth Race had already been discussed with a few Moon Jades on this island by He Baichuan; everyone knew that Lu Ye saved a Moon Jade from the Filth Race, and he was from the Stone Race. Yet unexpectedly, he visited on his own accord today.
Lu Ye didn't expect Mang Dang to co either. When they arrived at the All Phenona Galaxy, they went their separate ways. Mang Dang said he wanted to check on the Five Colors Territory and only showed up today.
However, when he left, he did indeed ask Lu Ye where to find him should he return to the All Phenona Ocean.
So, it wasn't surprising that Mang Dang could find him.
As they spoke, Lu Ye had already transmitted to Luan Xiao'e, instructing her to use the Great Array Jade Cluster to open a gap, allowing Mang Dang's starboat to enter directly.
Lu Ye and Tang Jun were already waiting.
"Brother Lu!" Mang Dang laughed heartily, much more enthusiastic compared to when he was saved.
"Fellow Daoist!" Lu Ye returned the greeting.
He suddenly noticed another familiar figure behind Mang Dang.
Upon a closer look, it was indeed soone he knew!
Bao Shi!
Lu Ye first experienced the robust physique of the Stone Race with this guy. At that ti, they were all in the Divine Sea, participating in the Divine Sea conflict in the Taichu Realm.
Bao Shi looked at Lu Ye with suspicion; in the instant their eyes t, his mouth opened wide.
He was from the Stone Race, as was Mang Dang, and both hailed from the Five Colors Territory, so there must be so connection between them.
The main reason he ca along was out of curiosity about the stories he heard about Lu Ye, wondering if this Lu Ye was indeed the one he knew.
And now, seeing him, he realized it really was!
"How did you... beco Moon Jade?" Bao Shi's face was filled with shock.
Back then, they were all in the Divine Sea. He thought his cultivation speed was fast, and with the support of a top domain, he had no worries about resources. Yet, he was only at the Constellation Mid-Stage, while Lu Ye had already surpassed him by an entire major realm.
This was astonishing.
"Show so respect, call him Master Uncle!" Mang Dang slapped the back of Bao Shi's head, causing a loud thud, stone chips flying, and Bao Shi staggered.
Since he called Lu Ye younger brother and was Bao Shi's elder, from his standpoint, Bao Shi should rightfully address Lu Ye as Master Uncle.
Bao Shi covered the back of his head, his face turning pale and then red, unsure of what to think.
Lu Ye quickly said, "Brother Bao Shi and I are old acquaintances, let's just address each other as we have." In the cultivation world, this wasn't uncommon, as the age, seniority, and strength of cultivators didn't necessarily correlate, and it wasn't necessary to be overly strict with titles when there was no direct link.
Mang Dang, being carefree, laughed heartily, "As long as you are happy, Brother Lu."
"What brings you here, Fellow Daoist?" Lu Ye asked.
Mang Dang replied, "I went back to the Five Colors Territory and then was assigned to oversee Five Colors Island in the All Phenona Ocean, so I ca to see you."
Mang Dang, with his Moon Jade Late Stage cultivation, indeed had the qualifications to oversee the All Phenona Ocean, and Five Colors Island is one of the few top-class Spirit Islands in the ocean.
Such a Spirit Island can only be occupied by top forces, and the Five Colors Domain is qualified for it.
"Then we should stay in touch more in the future," Lu Ye said with a smile.
Old Tang spoke up, "Let's talk inside, don't just stand around. Yiye, you're really not following Three Worlds Island's hospitality practices."
Lu Ye suddenly realized and hurriedly offered his apologies.
After a short while, in the visitors hall, both host and guests took their seats, and several Moon Jades from Three Worlds Island ca after hearing the news.
Everyone knew that Lu Ye had saved a Moon Jade from the Filth Race in the Jade Conch Galaxy, but no one expected this Moon Jade to visit today.
Furthermore, the foundation of the Stone Race is quite strong, and Five Colors Island, as one of the few top-class Spirit Islands in the All Phenona Ocean, is far more reputable than Three Worlds Island.
Such an existence naturally deserves serious reception from the Moon Jades of Three Worlds Island.
The Moon Jades were laughing and chatting, while Bao Shi stood behind Mang Dang, dizzy and disoriented, unable to accept the fact that Lu Ye had beco a Moon Jade.
He couldn't help but feel a surge of motivation, convinced he was not inferior to anyone. If Lu Yiye's cultivation speed could be so fast, why not his? When he returns, he must retreat diligently, aiming to break through to Moon Jade soon!
After chatting for a while in the hall, Mang Dang shifted his focus to Lu Ye, "Brother, I looked at your island's deploynt earlier; have you reserved a large comrcial area?"
Lu Ye nodded, "Yes, there is a reservation."
Mang Dang raised his eyebrows, "That's excellent. When does your island plan to open for external leasing?"
"What do you an, Fellow Daoist?" Lu Ye vaguely guessed.
Mang Dang said, "Our Five Colors rchants Guild has always wanted to open a branch outside. We've selected several locations before, but they weren't ideal. I think Three Worlds Island is quite good, so we are considering opening a branch here."
In the All Phenona Ocean, the rchants Guilds are more than just the All Phenona rchants Guild; there are many.
Powers from all over the stellar space, big and small, strong and weak, countless in number. Those with strength can occupy Spirit Islands in the All Phenona Ocean, while those without must wander around.
Whether or not they have the strength to occupy Spirit Islands, these powers are backed by a domain or an entire star system; those without Spirit Islands survive in the All Phenona Ocean either by seeking work on Zhaolai Island or by bringing goods from their domain or star system to sell.
Take Ahn Zhe, who sold Dragon Breath Crystals to Lu Ye; his backing is not strong enough to occupy any Spirit Island, yet he can still open a shop on Unparalleled Island because there are special products from his domain which he can sell for spirit jade.
If Ahn Zhe can enlarge his shop and diversify his goods, he could develop it into a rchants Guild.
The Five Colors Domain, being a top domain, is naturally rich in resources, especially earth-type ones. The Five Colors rchants Guild, though not as prominent as the All Phenona rchants Guild in the All Phenona Ocean, is still formidable.
Moreover, the Five Colors rchants Guild has indeed set a precedent by opening branches on other Spirit Islands.
Upon hearing Mang Dang's intention, Tang Jun's face brightened with joy, but he did not speak and instead looked at Lu Ye.
Lu Ye contemplated for a while before speaking, "Fellow Daoist, I'm sure you've heard of Three Worlds Island's situation."
Mang Dang's visit probably wasn't just about casual viewing; opening a branch on Three Worlds Island was undoubtedly his main purpose, which undoubtedly was Mang Dang's repaynt of gratitude!
Mang Dang grinned, "I've certainly heard about Three Worlds Island's affair, regrettable that I wasn't here when you attacked Baiyue two months ago, or I would've cheered for you."
Direct intervention is obviously not permitted as it would violate All Phenona Ocean rules, but cheering is acceptable.
Regarding the battle between Three Worlds Island and Baiyue, Mang Dang learned about it from his clan mbers after arriving in the All Phenona Ocean a half-month ago.
Switching topics, Mang Dang displayed a contemptuous expression, "Our Five Colors Domain acts without needing to heed anyone's face, even if they're Sun Blaze, as long as it doesn't violate All Phenona Ocean's rules, no one can do anything about it. Now I am the Moon Jade governor of Five Colors Island, possessing the authority to decide where to establish branches, so you need not worry, brother."
The Moon Jades of Three Worlds Island, upon hearing Mang Dang's bold words, couldn't help but feel a longing, wishing that soday Three Worlds Island could act without needing to heed others' faces.
But foundation is not sothing easily built up; Mang Dang's confidence cos from the many Sun Blaze backing him in Five Colors Domain.
In contrast, Jade Conch Galaxy lacks even a single Sun Blaze.
"Moreover, I truly see great potential in Three Worlds Island. In the All Phenona Ocean, among the high-class Spirit Islands, Three Worlds Island is the largest in scale, with early-stage planning already in place. Such a grand-scale high-class Spirit Island, once operational, its future popularity will be hard to estimate. So I've decided to set the branch of Five Colors rchants Guild here, which isn't rely a personal decision, but also with the consideration of Five Colors Island's stance. Our island has five Moon Jade governors; if it's not reasonable enough, the other four Moon Jades wouldn't agree with my proposal."
Though these words were said, without Lu Ye's life-saving favor in the past, perhaps today's events wouldn't have happened.
Five Colors Island indeed doesn't need to overly concern itself with a Yuan Du, but even a powerful island like Five Colors prefers not to provoke a Sun Blaze unnecessarily.
Mang Dang's action is firstly subjective gratitude repaynt, secondly an objective assessnt.
Lu Ye knows this well, but since Mang Dang has spoken to this extent, he naturally wouldn't refuse; to refuse would be hypocritical indeed.
In its currently awkward situation, Three Worlds Island indeed urgently needs an opening.
Mang Dang's resolution is a tangible help for Three Worlds Island at its most embarrassing mont!
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