A gigantic six-tailed fox lifted Lu Jin'an and Qiu Qingtang, speeding through the clouds.

It must be said, whether sitting or lying down, the fluffy surface is extremely comfortable.

However, Lu Jin'an wasn't here to enjoy comfort, so he steadied his mind before starting to form seals with his hands.

Within the Dao Domain, spatial flows shift.

Qiu Qingtang quietly watched for a while, then leaned over and whispered, "Are you setting up the nodes for the spatial tunnel?"

"Mm." Lu Jin'an nodded: "The distance between the Demon World and Wandao Sect is too far to reach in one go."

"Is the destination the Dragon Clan?"

"No, it's Qingqiu," Lu Jin'an said blandly.

At this, Qiu Qingtang's expression froze: "Going back now?"

Returning now didn't fit her plan, after all, Yunshan State hadn't unified the Fox Clan yet.

Besides, if she returns and encounters Grandma, many of her hidden actions would be easily exposed...

For instance, Yunshan State willing to tolerate the Qiu Family was actually a cooperation she reached, and hiding from Grandma that she sold off and abandoned the group of fox demons brought at the time...

Although she didn't care about so-called reputation, Grandma would surely be displeased. With her old notoriety, turning the tables on her wouldn't be pleasant.

After pondering, she continued to ask: "Just setting up spatial nodes?"

Lu Jin'an turned to glance at her, chuckling lightly: "What are you worried about?"

Qiu Qingtang lightly pursed her lips, then suddenly broke into a smile: "Naturally worried about Young Master Lu's safety~"

"Don't worry," Lu Jin'an said blandly: "Won't make things difficult for you."

Qiu Qingtang's eyes flashed: "You wouldn't."

"Mm," Lu Jin'an responded: "I've heard the Yousu Clan has started to confront your Qiu Family, your Grandma likely won't hold out much longer, what if a ceasefire happens?"

"Let's go to the Pure Fox Fox Clan first." Qiu Qingtang's eyes glowed: "Let them join in!"

Lu Jin'an's eyes gleamed with humor: "How so?"

"Can't let Grandma stop her advance."

"Alright."

Lu Jin'an nodded, this fox still has some cleverness, quickly realizing a big move could be made from this.

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Qingqiu, Qiu's Holy Land.

In the depths of the cavern, Qiu family's ancestor Qiu Miaoyu sat on a mat, behind her withered body, nine pink fox tails bloomed with dazzling light.

"Ancestors, the Cui Fox Clan has been captured, as before, only women and children remain... Yousu Fox Clan can no longer remain bystanders and has joined in, we don't have enough manpower."

Qiu Ze spoke gravely: "Although we sought help from Yu Yunzhou, he has not responded."

"If he responds, that would be strange." Qiu Miaoyu opened her eyes: "I'll make the journey."

Qiu Ze's expression changed: "You..."

"Relax, won't die." Qiu Miaoyu slowly rose: "What about Wandao Sect, any news?"

"None." Qiu Ze sighed: "Although we passed on cooperation intentions via Qiu Qingtang, there's been no reply from Wandao Sect, and Qiu Qingtang hasn't sent any news back lately.

Just know that Wandao Sect is busy preparing for Lu Jin'an's Sect Master ceremony."

Hearing this, Qiu Miaoyu furrowed her brow slightly. Originally sending Qiu Qingtang and them to Wandao Sect was precisely for this task.

Decades ago, she began experiencing the Heavenly Human Five Declines, and to keep embers alive amidst Zhu Tianqi's Human Clan annexation plans, she sent Qiu Qingtang and them away while inciting inner turmoil in the Fox Clan.

The main goal was to create chaos within the Demon Clan, showcasing sincerity to Zheng Dongliu. 𝙛𝒓𝒆𝙚𝒘𝒆𝓫𝙣𝓸𝙫𝓮𝒍.𝒄𝒐𝓶

And the plan progressed smoothly, fooling Yu Yunzhou into trusting her tale of unifying the Fox Clan, leading her to boldly start annexing the Fox Clan.

But now, Qiu Miaoyu realized developments weren't quite under her control.

Wandao Sect not offering support was one thing, but Yu Yunzhou's attitude wasn't as before...

Where did it go wrong?

While pondering, she saw Qiu Ze rushing out and back again, with a grim face: "Candle Demon Lord and Human Clan signed a century-long non-aggression agreement."

Qiu Miaoyu was taken aback, meaning Wandao Sect would offer no support.

In such a crucial matter... why didn't Qing Tang say anything?

Qiu Miaoyu closed her eyes and, after a prolonged silence, slowly said: "Slow down the attack, I'll go discuss with the You Su Clan Leader."

Qiu Ze opened his mouth now, to pause?

An arrow already shot, is there room for moderation?

But considering the current situation...

Qiu Ze took a deep breath: "As you command."

He quickly exited the cavern as Qiu Miaoyu decided to first visit the Human Clan, given many doubts were teeming in her mind.

But just as she was about to set off, Qiu Ze's return again caused her to frown: "What now?"

"Old Ancestor, the Pure Fox Fox Clan... has declared war on our Qiu Family, the Pure Fox Clan Leader is already coming for us."

Qiu Miaoyu's face changed: "Why?"

"Allegedly we attacked them, killing three of their Fox Emperors..." Qiu Ze spoke rapidly: "But that's clearly impossible."

"Yu! Yun! Zhou!"

Qiu Miaoyu gritted her teeth to utter the name, knowing that Yu Yunzhou wouldn't want the Qiu Family's advance halted.

"Old Ancestor, what now?"

"Since he is unkind, don't blame me for being unrighteous." Qiu Miaoyu's eyes turned fierce: "Since the Pure Fox Clan Leader has come, summon the Yousu Clan Leader and Tushan Clan Leader as well, and of course, don't forget to bring along that genderless scoundrel Yu Yunzhou!"

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Northwest of the Demon World, Pure Fox Fox Clan Holy Land.

After the Pure Fox Clan Leader led a team to confront Qiu Miaoyu for answers, Qiu Qingtang unhurriedly ascended the steps, surrounded by fox demon corpses reverted to their original forms.

Standing before the clan leader throne, Qiu Qingtang turned to gaze outside, her pink eyes reflecting Lu Jin'an's figure beheading the fox demons of the place.

'The Pupil Skill is indeed useful.'

Qiu Qingtang chuckled lightly, now somewhat curious about the impact of Zheng Dongliu's signed peace agreement.

After a while, Lu Jin'an entered sword in hand: "All killed, no Fox Saints though."

Qiu Qingtang didn't respond directly, but stepped aside, exposing the throne for Lu Jin'an's view: "How does Young Master Lu feel about this singular position?"

Lu Jin'an flicked the blood off the Netherworld Validation: "Want to hear the truth or a lie?"

"Of course the truth."

Lu Jin'an chuckled: "You're not as good as Dongfang Xinglan."

?

Qiu Qingtang furrowed her brow: "I was asking Young Master Lu's feelings, why did you respond so incoherently?

Soon you'll be the Sect Master of Wandao Sect, I'm eager to know your genuine thoughts~"

"The feeling is naturally exhilarating." Lu Jin'an stepped forward, slightly lowering his head to look at her innocent face: "It's just your ruthlessness compares to Xinglan, but your tactics aren't as refined, nor as smart as hers."

"Why do I need to be that smart?" Qiu Qingtang reached out and tugged his collar, speaking with a grin: "With a word, Young Master Lu fights for me, isn't that a talent itself?"

"Indeed." Lu Jin'an laughed: "Then where to fight next?"

"Hm?" Qiu Qingtang blinked: "I thought Young Master Lu wanted a reward..."

"Better not." Lu Jin'an straightened: "What if you trap me again?"

"No worries~"

Qiu Qingtang tiptoed closer to his ear: "I can turn into a little fox and hide in Young Master Lu's arms, no one would ever know what happens with you~"

Lu Jin'an imagined the scene, it was too beautiful so he decided not to think about it.

"Ha~ just kidding."

Qiu Qingtang laughed radiantly, then backed her hands behind her, hopping down the steps in a bright yellow dress.

"Next, burn Tushan Holy Land with fire."

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