"I never expected to be treated in such a manner. I admit my words earlier were a bit harsh, but Housekeeper Huang's handling of the situation truly leaves a man cold-hearted."

Huang Yuan immediately shot Zeng Youwang a fierce glare.

Just as he was about to speak, Wei Ziyi reached out and stopped him:

"Housekeeper Huang, please be patient, Alliance Leader Zeng speaks reasonably.

"We are all brothers here, we shouldn't turn them away at the door..."

"Young Miss..."

Huang Yuan wanted to say more.

But Wei Ziyi had already gestured with a wave of her hand:

"Please, everyone, come inside."

She extended her arm invitingly, ushering Wu Daoyou and the others inside.

Wu Daoyou gave Wei Ziyi a deep look, then smiled and said:

"It's always the Young Miss who treats us as her own..."

With the conversation ending here, there was no need for further words.

The gates of the City Lord Manor opened wide, and Wu Daoyou, Zeng Youwang, Luo Ningguang led several hundred people bustling directly through the entryway.

Huang Yuan's expression turned slightly grim as he watched this, and he murmured to Wei Ziyi:

"Young Miss, I'm afraid this is like inviting wolves into the house."

Wei Ziyi listened without rushing to respond; she only glanced around the exterior of the City Lord Manor before letting out a soft sigh:

"Even if we don't let them in, how could today's matter possibly end well?

"Since Grandfather dared to hold this alliance gathering, he naturally has his own mastery.

"Watch how they act, and let's see.

"Let's not invite unnecessary trouble at the gates of the City Lord Manor.

"No point in making a spectacle for outsiders to laugh at us over..."

Huang Yuan let out a light breath.

The Luofeng Alliance is in turmoil, and the Jianghu people outside the manor today, many are surely just here to watch the excitement.

But who knows if there are truly those with ulterior motives among them, as Wu Daoyou suggested?

Inside are Wu Daoyou, Zeng Youwang, Luo Ningguang.

Outside are those Jianghu people...

Internal strife and external threats truly cause worry.

...

...

In the front hall of the City Lord Manor, Hua Qianyu sat calmly sipping tea, seemingly unfazed by anything.

Chi Lu, however, appeared troubled, somewhat restless.

Xu Junsang, seated in the sixth chair, quietly observed the palm lines on his hand, as if concealing a scroll of Heavenly Scriptures, endlessly fascinating.

The three maintained their silence amidst the situation, at which point footsteps could be heard at the door.

Immediately following, someone announced:

"Alliance Leader Wu, Alliance Leader Zeng, Alliance Leader Luo are here!"

They looked up to see Wu Daoyou and the others stride in, making their way into the hall.

Chi Lu saw this and furrowed his brows even further.

He was originally the Deputy City Lord of Zhongfu City. After City Lord Zhou Qingchuan was killed by Su Mo with a single palm strike, he had left Chi Lu a message, instructing him to go beg for forgiveness from Wei Ruhan.

This, in itself, was a choice of allegiance.

He dared not disobey, yet he had not entirely accepted it in his heart.

But regardless, at that time, he had no choice.

Swearing allegiance to the Grand Alliance Leader Wei Ruhan, he became the City Lord of Zhongfu City, yet naturally also became their lackey.

Previously, he calculated things quite well, sensing a promising future with this allegiance.

Yet with Wu Daoyou's sudden emergence, the internal alliance situation shifted dramatically.

Luo Ningguang was originally his Deputy City Lord of Zhongfu City, but everyone knew he was backed by Wu Daoyou.

Typically, he holds Chi Lu in contempt, showing little respect.

Now seeing Wu Daoyou occupy three positions of power, it's clear that the situation is firmly in his grasp.

Although Xu Junsang seemed neutral, his steadfast position was likely just waiting to choose the strongest side.

In this competition, whichever side takes the upper hand, Xu Junsang is sure to switch allegiances.

As for Hua Qianyu... despite being the Second Alliance Leader, with no one supporting her.

She's not a figure to be taken lightly.

Within the alliance, Chi Lu, Wei Ziyi, and Wei Ruhan form one entity.

Wu Daoyou, Zeng Youwang, and Luo Ningguang hold half the influence.

Hua Qianyu and Xu Junsang each with their own place.

It appears evenly matched.

But let us not forget...

Xu Junsang is the Deputy City Lord of Jinyang City.

He and Zeng Youwang have controlled this city for years.

Whether the two have secret dealings, even though Xu Junsang hasn't declared his position, is a possibility.

Even if he waits to make his decision in the end, given the current circumstances.

Our side, with my experience and martial arts, clearly cannot compare to Wu Daoyou and Zeng Youwang.

And Wei Ziyi is young and inexperienced.

If not for the Grand Alliance Leader's authority, even with a three-on-three setup, victory would be impossible.

Moreover, the Grand Alliance Leader is aging, nearing the end of his life, able to contribute or not, it's all uncertain...

The situation is truly not optimistic.

This casts deep concern into Chi Lu's heart, overwhelming him with anxiety.

In contrast, Hua Qianyu merely glanced at the three before casually picking up her teacup:

"Alliance Leader Wu, such a grand display.

"Those in the know understand it's an alliance meeting, those who don't might think today is your day to succeed as Grand Alliance Leader."

"Alliance Leader Hua, your words are provocatively insightful."

Wu Daoyou shook his head with a smile:

"I've been in the Luofeng Alliance for many years; if I claim to have no ambition for the Grand Alliance Leader position, it would be hard to believe.

"However... no matter upon whom the responsibility falls, Luofeng Alliance remains Luofeng Alliance.

"And I, Wu Daoyou, continue to be Wu Daoyou, unchanged."

Hua Qianyu looked at him briefly, saying nothing.

Wu Daoyou and his companions did not speak further, each finding their place to sit down.

Just then, Wei Ziyi entered from outside, glancing at the Grand Alliance Leader's seat of honor, a slight frown forming on her brow.

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