Abyss Walker

Chapter 164 The Undercurrents

As the incantation ended, a blurry figure gradually appeared in the crystal ball—the soul of his father, a once powerful and wise monarch.

The soul in the crystal ball gradually became clearer, and his father's image was as majestic as when he was alive, his eyes revealing his expectations for his son and his concern for the future of the country.

The king of the land stood before the crystal ball, ready to listen to the wisdom and guidance from another world, preparing for the new contest to come.

"My child, what do you want from me?" The father's soul seemed somewhat weary, but his tone was still full of authority.

"Today I accepted the terms of peace from the Kingdom of Heaven in the court, but I am not satisfied."

"I would like to ask you for advice on how to secure more benefits for our country without breaking our promises," the king of the land said directly, stating his request.

The soul remained silent for a moment, then slowly spoke: "I understand your thoughts, but you must act with caution. Peace is fragile, and once it is broken, the consequences will be unimaginable."

"However, if you really decide to take action, I can give you a suggestion."

The king of the land listened intently.

“You can set up a trap and invite Yun Muhan to the banquet. At the banquet, you can test his bottom line and at the same time demonstrate our strength and determination.”

Soul paused for a moment, then added, "Remember, this doesn't mean you have to start a war directly, but rather to fight for more of our voice without disrupting peace."

The king of the land decided to organize a grand banquet and invited Yun Muhan to attend.

This is not only a banquet celebrating peace, but also a contest of wisdom and courage.

He wanted to take this opportunity to let Yun Muhan know that although the Di Kingdom had chosen peace, they had never truly surrendered; they were merely accumulating strength and waiting for the right moment.

A sly glint flashed in the eyes of the king of the land; he knew all too well the importance of this banquet.

He wanted to show Yun Muhan the true strength of the Earth Kingdom, and at the same time make him understand that the Earth Kingdom's peace was not weakness, but a strategy, a strategy to wait for the right opportunity to turn the tide.

Amidst the undercurrents of turmoil in the land, the king began meticulously planning this banquet.

He selected loyal subjects and secretly trained them to ensure that their every move at the banquet reflected the majesty and power of the land.

He wanted to make this banquet a stage to showcase the culture and strength of the Di Kingdom, allowing Yun Muhan to experience its profound heritage.

The king personally oversaw every detail, from the banquet menu to the performances, from the decorations to the security arrangements, all of which reflected his meticulousness and the importance he placed on the banquet.

He wanted to make this banquet a highlight in the history of the Earth Kingdom, a window to showcase the Earth Kingdom's power to the Kingdom of Heaven.

Busy activity began in the palace of the land kingdom, as everyone prepared for the upcoming banquet.

Craftsmen meticulously crafted the gold and silver tableware needed for the banquet, while artists created exquisite murals and sculptures.

While preparing for the banquet, the king of the land kingdom also secretly deployed elite troops in case anything went wrong at the banquet.

He also knew that in the game of power, any negligence could lead to disastrous consequences.

Therefore, he secretly mobilized his most loyal and elite troops, who were hidden in every corner of the banquet, ready to deal with any possible changes.

These soldiers are all highly trained elites; their presence is like a trump card in the king's hand, ready to be used at any time.

Meanwhile, in heaven, Yun Muhan was completely unaware of all of this.

Yun Muhan was completely focused on refining a new elixir, which was said to greatly enhance the strength of cultivators.

Yun Muhan's motivation was not only personal strength, but also the prosperity of the Heavenly Kingdom.

He believed that only by possessing sufficient power could they gain a foothold on this continent and make the Heavenly Kingdom the true overlord.

Flames roared in Yun Muhan's alchemy furnace, reflecting his firm and focused gaze.

His hands precisely controlled the addition of medicinal herbs and the adjustment of the heat, every movement filled with respect and love for the art of alchemy.

His eyes shone with a longing for success and a yearning for the future of heaven.

However, Yun Muhan was unaware that his actions had already alerted the Earth Kingdom.

The king of the land believed that Yun Muhan's actions were undoubtedly a provocation against the land, and he had to take measures to ensure that the land's interests were not harmed.

In the eyes of the ruler of the land kingdom, Yun Muhan's act of refining new pills was not only a pursuit of personal power, but also an increase in potential threats to the land kingdom.

The king of the land was filled with contradictions and anxiety.

On the one hand, he needed to maintain peace with the Heavenly Kingdom to avoid unnecessary wars and losses; on the other hand, he could not tolerate Yun Muhan's actions posing a threat to the Earthly Kingdom.

He began secretly plotting a plan, intending to test Yun Muhan at the banquet, and perhaps even take more direct action to thwart Yun Muhan's plans.

In this undercurrent of competition, Yun Muhan and the king of the Di Kingdom each strive for their own country and goals.

Yun Muhan's focus and the Di Kingdom's king's cunning both played crucial roles in this war without gunpowder.

The day of the banquet finally arrived, and the king of the land held a lavish feast in the palace.

In the magnificent hall, exquisite tableware and dazzling lights complement each other, creating a luxurious yet solemn atmosphere.

He invited Yun Muhan and envoys from other countries to demonstrate the openness and inclusiveness of the land.

Flags from various countries fluttered outside the palace, highlighting the international nature and importance of the banquet.

However, beneath this surface of peace, undercurrents are surging.

Yun Muhan, leading the Heavenly Kingdom's delegation, confidently stepped into the Earth Kingdom's palace.

Dressed in magnificent robes, a smile graced his face, filled with anticipation for the upcoming banquet. Little did he know, the people of Heaven were about to step into a meticulously planned trap.

The king of the land was very enthusiastic at the banquet. His smile was warm and friendly, and he chatted happily with the envoys from various countries, seemingly enjoying this peaceful feast.

A sly glint flashed in the eyes of the king of the land, and every word and action of his was full of profound meaning.

As the banquet reached its climax, the king of the land suddenly made a seemingly harmless proposal: he suggested that all countries sign a peace treaty to ensure lasting peace on the continent.

The proposal sounded reasonable, even noble, and moved everyone present.

Yun Muhan agreed to the proposal without much thought.

He saw this as a good opportunity to demonstrate that the Kingdom of Heaven supports peace and promotes stability.