The moment the two made contact, the surrounding space couldn’t help but slightly distort.

This was the natural resonance of the Power Dao and the Space Law.

"You rascal, barging into the tower without saying a word."

Zhan Feng stepped forward and patted Jiang Shu’s shoulder, a bitter smile on his face:

"My father nearly threw me into the Ten Thousand Battle Cave for special training after he heard about it."

This Ten Thousand Battle Cave is a place of hardship and cultivation within the War Alliance, and even someone like Zhan Feng shudders at the mere mention of it.

Turning his head, he saw a young woman in a Star Pattern Robe standing not far away, smiling at him; it was Bei Jue of the Piaomiao Star Alliance.

Contrary to what he imagined, Bei Jue wore a genuine smile, and upon seeing Jiang Shu looking at her, she waved and said with a smile, "Brother Jiang, long time no see."

Jiang Shu also waved back at her and said, "I didn’t see you giving me any heads up before coming either."

Back when his fame was not yet established, Bei Jue had a good relationship with him, although there was a bit of investment foresight on her part; however, Bei Jue did help him contend against the Mechanical Mother when his realm had not yet improved.

Though the Piaomiao Star Alliance’s territory is not small, it still pales in comparison to the colossal Mechanical Clan.

If she hadn’t taken that step wisely, it would have definitely impacted the entire Piaomiao Star Alliance.

But she steadfastly helped him, and Jiang Shu naturally remembered this favor.

Bei Jue took out a pendant shaped like an hourglass from her sleeve and handed it to Jiang Shu, saying, "I heard that Brother Jiang has delved deeply into the Space Law. My master specifically ordered me to bring this Time Sand here; perhaps it will be of some benefit to you."

Upon hearing about the Time Sand, the hall was instantly filled with gasps.

Time Sand is a Secret Treasure of the Piaomiao Star Alliance, containing a hint of the true meaning of the Time Law. Even core disciples scarcely ever see it.

Almost only Venerables have the privilege to enjoy it.

Jiang Shu solemnly accepted it, discovering that the silver sand in the hourglass flowed at varying speeds, creating a wondrous resonance with his heartbeat.

With a thought, space waves rippled across his palm, and he stored this precious gift within his Little World.

"Please thank your master on my behalf."

Bei Jue smiled slightly and whispered, "My master also said that if Brother Jiang is interested, you are welcome to visit our Piaomiao Star Alliance to glimpse the River of Time."

The invitation in her words was self-evident.

Luo Venerable, not far away, pricked up his ears, coughed lightly, and walked over, "After all these years, your master still knows how to poach so well."

Bei Jue calmly paid her respects and said with a chuckle, "Elder Luo jests. It’s merely exchanges between fellow Daoists."

Luo Venerable didn’t mind the recruitment by the Piaomiao Star Alliance.

"Why didn’t Bei Ming come this time? Is he worried I’ll cause him trouble?"

"Tell him for me, although we had some grudges when we were young, that was all in the past. Nowadays, there’s quite a bit of interaction between my Jiuyu Commerce Alliance and the Piaomiao Star Alliance, so let’s not let those trivial issues affect our relations."

Some days ago, Luo Venerable had already told Jiang Shu about his past with the ancestor Bei Ming of the Piaomiao Star Alliance.

So many years have passed, and the matters between them have long become imprints of time; they no longer matter. Otherwise, Bei Ming wouldn’t have allowed Bei Jue to bring the precious Time Sand, and the so-called invitation was just Bei Ming’s unwillingness to bow to Luo Venerable, deliberately irking him.

These older generation powerhouses really care about face.

Jiang Shu and Bei Jue exchanged a glance and couldn’t help but chuckle.

Just then, a commotion suddenly came from outside the hall. They saw over a dozen young geniuses clad in Jiuyu Commerce Alliance attire crowding at the doorway. The leading genius, face full of excitement, waved as he saw Jiang Shu looking at him, "Brother Jiang, can we come in and take a look?"

Yu Tianming frowned and was about to scold, but Jiang Shu smiled and said, "They are all junior fellow disciples, let them in."

These young geniuses, as if granted amnesty, filed in one after another and stood neatly behind Jiang Shu, their eyes filled with admiration.

Most of them were fresh blood recruited by the Business Association in the Inner Circle, currently flushed with excitement at the close proximity to the legendary Jiang Shu.

After the banquet began officially, representatives from various factions came forward one after another to speak, their words full of praise and admiration for Jiang Shu, lauding him as the greatest of all time.

Jiang Shu accepted all the toastings and drank them merrily.

"Daoist Jiang."

A middle-aged man in a golden robe raised a glass, then spoke softly,

"I am Jin Lie of the Heavenly Craft Clan. I’ve heard that Daoist gained the Heart of Space in the Deep Space Sea, and I wonder if you might..."

"Elder Jin."

Zhan Feng interrupted loudly at this moment.

"Today we speak only of friendship, not transactions!"

His Bronze Battle Axe thudded heavily on the table, causing the wine cups to jump three inches.

Jin Lie’s face turned from green to white, yet he dared not react.

The esteem of the War Alliance coupled with the prowess of the Wind Cloud Pride forced him to withdraw with a wry smile.

Jiang Shu looked over at Zhan Feng, saw him give a wink, then surveyed the crowd, his voice not loud but clearly reaching everyone’s ears.

"I am grateful for everyone’s kindness today, I offer this toast to all of you."

The moment he raised his glass, the Desolate Star Halberd at his waist trembled lightly, with fifteen Great Dao Patterns swirling magnificently within the festive wine.

The crowd felt as if the scene before them suddenly transformed, as if they were seeing countless space fragments floating within the wine.

"Such exquisite space control!"

Bei Jue couldn’t help but exclaim in admiration.

"To integrate the Law into ordinary wine, this light and carefree mastery is truly rare."

Zhan Feng laughed heartily, throwing an arm around Jiang Shu’s shoulders.

"This brother of mine, his skills are beyond your comprehension!"