Wu Long caught up with General Feng's group and moved with them toward the Yin Yang Unity Palace, arriving at the same time as the group led by Sui Luxiao, Xue Bing and Qiu Yilao and guarded by Madam Liang.
"Daoist Wu, please allow us to express our gratitude for granting us the power and opportunity to erase the shame of our Sect.
We, the Frozen Garden Palace, will never forget your kindness and swear to follow you and fight on your side until the end of our lives"
Qiu Yilao spoke, cupping her fists with a respectful bow, as the beautiful women of the Frozen Garden Palace followed her gesture.
"Mm, no need to be so formal, Qiu Yilao.
I am also looking forward to our cooperation in the future.
Haha, though your oath may last much longer than you think"
Wu Long smiled with a nod.
The phrase 'until the end of my life' was not easily spoken by immortals or those who were sure to reach that level someday.
He led Xue Bing and Sui Luxiao to the mansion on top of the Peak of Unity, and after exchanging a small conversation with Madam Liang, departed for the Fantian Kingdom mansion.
There he greeted the victorious ladies, congratulating them on their achievements.
Ye Ling handed him seven Spatial Rings, only three of which were of Profound Grade, as not every Transcendent had the means to get one in the Boundless Mortal World where they were scarce.
He proceeded to a courtyard where Lian Zhiqiu sat in a lotus pose at the center of a big array circle, while Luo Mingyu sat not far in front of her, supporting her with her Dao Intent that was still unstable, and covered only a small area of three meters around her, but crucial in letting the former to be able to control the Formation.
Bi Rui was the one who guarded them while Butler Bang guarded the entrance to the underground cultivation facility where all the non-combatants took refuge.
Bi Rui was, after all, an experienced Imperial Guard warrior, who specialized in holding position to protect people.
While Ye Ling was currently the most powerful attacking force in their ranks, Bi Rui was currently the most powerful guardian.
Not to mention that ever since Wu Long took her out on that date when he gifted her a hairpin, she has awakened her own Spear Intent.
The reason he asked her to guard this place was because this Supreme Grand Formation was truly too much for Lian Zhiqiu to handle, leaving her absolutely no leeway to mind anything else.
Thus any, even slightest, disturbance would have led to catastrophic for her consequences, as well as the Formation spiraling out of control.
"Haha, don't sulk, Rui'er. You'll have an opportunity later.
Because you guarded here, I was able to relax and focus on other places"
He chuckled, seeing the look in the beauty's eyes that told him she wanted to go out and fight as well.
"I... sorry if I am being selfish, I will..."
Bi Rui gasped at being seen through no matter how she tried to hide her disappointment at being given a guardian role.
"Hahaha, don't apologize. Having desires and wants is normal, and I hope you don't hide yours from me"
A light laugh escaped his lips as he took her into his embrace and gave her a kiss.
He then moved toward the array circle, and stepping on it, made hand seals, tapping into the Formation.
Lian Zhiqiu, whose forehead had drops of sweat on it breathed out with relief as he helped her take control of the Formation and slowly guided her to deactivate it.
Luo Mingyu also looked exhausted as she was using her completely new powers that she was yet not used to for a very long time.
"Thank you, Zhiqiu, Mingyu.
Without your efforts this war would have been far more burdensome on me, and a bit more dangerous for everyone.
You both did a great job"
Wu Long smiled as he made the last hand seal and released the Formation.
The two beauties revealed smiles each with their own charm, as Luo Mingyu made a bashful one that told him she was happy to be of help, while Lian Zhiqiu's smile was full of pride and at the same time also happy about being pampered.
As the underground cultivation facility was unsealed, and Yu Huan, Cai Yin as well as Gong Liwei came out from within along with many non-combatant servants of the mansion, Wu Long saw Song Lingfei among the crowd pouring out of the entrance.
The Imperial Princess was in seclusion until now, so she was a bit disoriented about what was happening, not having received any news while she was focused on completely mastering the bloodline manipulation method, and restructuring her cultivation.
"Daoist Wu... what is...?"
She asked with wide eyes as she saw people around celebrating.
"Hahaha, we have won the war with the Alchemy Tower, Your Highness"
As Wu Long chuckled, her eyes expressed shock and happiness, as she bowed to Wu Long with a graceful motion made with the bearing and elegance of an Imperial Princess.
"Congratulations, Daoist Wu, on the successful achievement.
I also want to express my gratitude for helping me with my condition, really, words cannot express how thankful I am"
She spoke as a light blush touched her cheeks.
And yet there was a tinge of sadness in her eyes as she realized that now when there was no danger of the Alchemy Tower, and she was cured, there was no reason or excuse for her to stay by his side.
"Congratulations, Your Imperial Highness on overcoming your difficulties"
Wu Long cupped his fists with a smile as the beauty looked down and slightly to the side with rosy cheeks.
"It is a good thing you have finished your seclusion now, as we will be moving out from this mansion soon, returning to the Yin Yang Unity Palace.
This mansion's purpose was, after all, a foothold in our war with the Alchemy Tower.
I am sure His Highness would be overjoyed to hear the news about your success as well.
My hope is that you both join us in the Sect for celebration"
He then explained, and she nodded with a joyful light appearing in her eyes.
The mansion was swiftly emptied as Lian Zhiqiu erased the Grand Formation, and the underground cultivation facility was sealed.
Everyone within the mansion moved to the Yin Yang Unity Palace.
Over the next week, people continued to arrive in the Yin Yang Unity Palace which was in preparations for a grand celebration of their victory.
After taking over the Royal Capital of the Liugwei Kingdom, and executing the usurper, Cao Xiang and Cao Mei led their Liugwei Escort Agency and the Liugwei Mercenary Corps back to the Sect, escorted by Wei Lan and Zhao Xieren.
Disciples who were evacuated from the Sect have returned, as did the personnel of the Soaring Feather Trading Company.
In addition, the entire Feng Family and part of the Luo Family of Fantian Kingdom, the entourage and supporters of the Princess Cai Yin of the Tingren Kingdom, the core members of the Thousand Eyes Information Bureau, all arrived for the celebration.
Naturally, while all the parties were assembling, Wu Long leisurely spent time with his beauties in the mansion atop the Peak of Unity.