A few days later, a large flying boat descended steadily onto Danxia Peak. The vessel brought back the delegation sent to congratulate the Ice Fortress Dao Scion on her advancement to the Golden Core Realm. When it departed, it had been carrying with it a wealth of gifts. Upon its return, it now bore crates filled with specialty goods from the Ice Fortress.5

As the attendants unloaded the resources, it became clear to everyone that the ties between the Luo Tian Society and the Ice Fortress had grown even closer. None of the other vassal factions under Ice Fortress enjoyed such treatment. Typically, gifts were sent only one way, yet this time, the gesture had been reciprocated.0

Gu Caiyi's bold move drew considerable attention, and as a result, the forces around Tianlan Immortal City became increasingly respectful and eager to befriend the Luo Tian Society. In truth, even without such efforts, the Luo Tian Society's influence within the Tianlan Immortal City region had already risen dramatically.1

Inside the main hall of the Luo Tian Society, the high-ranked members gathered to deliver reports on recent developments...0