Regional powers, regional powers...
These four words, as if possessing some sort of magic, kept rising and falling in Hou Yuxiao's mind. If the Divine Dynasty's mark was indeed the Spirit of the Earth, then it meant those Earth Level powers, for the most part, wouldn't be afraid of any demons unless they were exceptionally powerful.
Earth Level powers, radiating influence across an entire region, with sect members totaling two hundred thousand, and Martial Arts Experts of the Yin Yang Holy Realm among them. Considering the Divine Dynasty's mark, perhaps even fourth-grade demons wouldn't dare to act recklessly...
"No rush, no rush, as long as I am vigilant, I will eventually obtain the Divine Dynasty's mark. The great battle in Hedong hasn't concluded yet. The war between Holy Lands, resulting in the annihilation of a few Earth Level powers, is nothing significant. Perhaps my Hou Clan can find opportunities within this chaos!"
As Hou Yuxiao pondered, he followed behind Zhan Taiqing and the rest, led by Lu Yuanfu. The group soon arrived at a mansion within Ferry Port City. The mansion spread over a vast area; just a glance at the sprawling complex of buildings revealed it could accommodate tens of thousands of people. As previously mentioned, since Baiming Ferry belonged to the Lu Family, this mansion was evidently Lu Family's property as well.
"I have escorted Master and the esteemed guests here. This residence arranged for Master and the guests has all kinds of servants and attendants available. The over eight thousand individuals, along with the goods and war horses everyone has brought, will probably take an entire day to disembark. During this day, you may rest inside this residence. Once everyone's attendants have come ashore, we can continue our journey to the Divine Capital tomorrow."
With over eight thousand individuals, plus the five hundred or so people brought by the Hou Family, not to mention all the war horses and materials, it certainly wouldn't be a quick disembarkation. Upon hearing this, everyone nodded in agreement, exchanged pleasantries with Lu Yuanfu, and then let him leave first.
For this trip, Zhan Taiqing had rented ships from the Lu Family, so Lu Yuanfu was expected to stay in Baiming Ferry while they were on their way to the Divine Capital. Upon their return, ready to go back to Yongzhou, he would continue sailing to take them back.
Hou Yuxiao let out a long sigh of relief. After spending more than thirty consecutive days on the ship, they had finally reached land, and he could look forward to a good day's rest. He was just about to say goodbye to Zhan Taiqing and find his own lodging to rest when, unexpectedly, Zhan Taiqing spoke first to everyone.
"In half an hour, all those above the Grandmaster Realm should change their attire and disperse."
"Your followers obey!"
Hou Yuxiao's expression froze as he looked around at everyone, only to find that they all seemed to be in on it. He barely pondered for a moment before realizing something, his face suddenly paled, and he looked up in shock at Zhan Taiqing.
Half an hour, why such a hurry?
Changing clothes to travel, what's that for, fearing who will know?
Their arrival had been with more than eight thousand people, creating a formidable presence. He had originally thought that it was either to show off the prestige of the Rakshasa Holy Sect or that this was simply the standard protocol for Zhan Taiqing's travels. Looking back now, he felt utterly foolish!
It was clearly a deliberate attempt to put on a show, distracting others' attention. Everyone knew that they were arriving today, and keeping over eight thousand people here was meant to confuse others, while the group changed clothes and left the city stealthily.
This trip was dangerous!
What were they here for? To attend the grand banquet hosted by Great Yu to establish the Anti-Jin Alliance. Who else but Jin wouldn't want them to participate in the banquet?
Hou Yuxiao's heart sank to the bottom, his gaze toward Zhan Taiqing barely able to conceal the growing unease...
Yet at this very moment, Zhan Taiqing spoke again.
"Master of Hou Family, follow me. The rest of you, pair up; anyone who dares to disclose our whereabouts, this Master shall show no mercy!"