novelzi Chapter 197: The Sky Eagle Sect Has Great Schemes
Chapter 197: The Sky Eagle Sect Has Great Schemes
"Sky Eagle Sect?" the Old Eastern King Muu Tianye narrowed his eyes slightly and subconsciously turned his head to look at the two tall, thin elders behind Su Kesu.@@@@
Over the years, the Sky Eagle Sect had developed rapidly along the Coastal Ridge, significantly bolstered by the support of Su Kesu. Now that it had grown more powerful, the sect was clearly no longer satisfied with just staying at the Coastal Ridge.
The Old Eastern King was aware of the Sky Eagle Sect’s ambitions. In fact, half a year ago, Su Kesu had repeatedly brought up the idea of allowing the Sky Eagle Sect to expand in the Eastern Border, proposing that as a bargaining chip, the sect would provide a large number of masters to join the Eastern Border Base Camp.
Although the Old Eastern King was advanced in years, he wasn’t foolish and naturally wouldn’t agree to the Sky Eagle Sect’s scheme of encroaching upon the Eastern Border.
Su Kesu claimed loudly, "Indeed, the Old Eastern King, it is the Sky Eagle Sect. Over these years, the sect has rapidly grown in power, which is evident to all. With the help of the Sky Eagle Sect, annihilating East Pole Island in the Outer Sea would naturally be an easy feat."
At this moment, another lord chimed in agreement, "Lord Su’s proposal is good. I support it. After all, the Sky Eagle Sect is a local power of our Eastern Border. It is far more reliable than those so-called experts from outside, and of course, much stronger."
Furious, Sima Zhantian retorted, "What are you saying? Are you questioning the strength of my lord?"
The lord with white streaks in his beard laughed and said, "That’s a bit too serious. I wouldn’t say I’m questioning, but just look at you few, and then look at East Pole Island, which has seven island masters, each of them highly skilled in martial arts. As the saying goes, ’two fists can’t defeat four hands.’ Surely you understand this, right?"
Xiao Chuanqi couldn’t help but snort with laughter, "Just the few of us would be more than enough to annihilate East Pole Island!"
Another lord scoffed, "Anyone can talk big. Haven’t there always been those who are all talk and no action? Launching a military expedition against East Pole Island is no child’s play. If we don’t handle it well, our entire force could be annihilated. So we must find a reliable, trustworthy, and powerful ally. Clearly, the Sky Eagle Sect is an excellent choice."
"King of the Eastern Border, we propose that the Sky Eagle Sect serve as our ally. In three days’ time, we set out to conquer East Pole Island!"
"We also agree. Old Eastern King, just give the nod!" several other lords also voiced their support.
The Old Eastern King Muu Tianye still remained silent, saying not a word. Su Kesu, seeing this, said, "Eastern King, all the major lords have already agreed to have the Sky Eagle Sect as our ally, and the sect possesses a large number of masters, truly our optimum choice. What are you still hesitating for?"
The Old Eastern King didn’t answer him directly but instead turned to Ye Feng and asked, "Younger Brother Ye, what do you think?"
Ye Feng couldn’t help but laugh and said half-heartedly, "Old Eastern King, you shouldn’t be asking me. As you have said, I am but an outsider and should not interfere in the affairs of the Eastern Border. So the decision still has to be made by you."
The Left Protector of the Sky Eagle Sect said, "In reply to the Eastern King, our Sky Eagle Sect is abundant in masters. We have five at the Huajin Grandmaster level, one of whom is a Half-Step Martial King, and I’m not afraid to tell you, our sect master is a Martial King!"
Hisss...
The Old Eastern King instantly sucked in a breath of cold air. He had never imagined that the Sky Eagle Sect, holed up in the Coastal Ridge, possessed such formidable and terrifying strength.
Five Huajin Grandmasters, one Half-Step Martial King, plus a Martial King, this level of top-tier combat power was almost enough to contend with the Eastern Border.
No wonder the Sky Eagle Sect could develop so rapidly in just three years. Now it seemed, their ambitions were not small at all!
Muu Tianye, the Old Eastern King, sighed softly in his heart and then asked, "If your Sky Eagle Sect is willing to lend a hand this time, may I know what conditions are there?"
The Left Protector smiled slightly and said, "I heard of the Eastern King’s valiance in my early years, and today you are still as forthright and quick-spoken as ever. Since you’ve asked directly, I won’t beat around the bush.
Our sect master had already advised that as long as the Old Eastern King agrees to let our Sky Eagle Sect expand within the designated range, we will certainly help the Eastern Border to completely wipe out East Pole Island."
The Old Eastern King’s face showed no emotion, evidently, he had already anticipated this condition, not unlike what the Northern Border King had proposed.
At this thought, the Old Eastern King couldn’t help but inwardly sigh, realizing that he might truly be getting old. Within his home borders, so many powers had sprung up in the last few years; had this been during his prime, he would not have tolerated it and would have sent armies to wipe them out without leaving a trace.
Su Kesu couldn’t help but say, "Eastern King, I think the Sky Eagle Sect’s condition is reasonable. Moreover, they have promised to supply our Eastern Border Base Camp with talents and masters in the future. That’s a good thing."
The Old Eastern King inwardly sneered, a good thing for you perhaps, but a complete disaster for me. Once the Sky Eagle Sect starts supplying a large number of skilled people to the Eastern Border, I fear that in less than five years, the Eastern Border Base Camp will belong to the Sky Eagle Sect.
"Allow me to think it over for a day," the Old Eastern King waved his hand, suddenly feeling somewhat dispirited.
"Eastern King..." Su Kesu called out.
"Retire. I’ll give you an answer before the sunset tomorrow!" The Old Eastern King waved his hand, then turned and walked through the side door into the Inner Courtyard.