Chapter 1018: Reunion

Meng Zhang refused to help, and Princess Chunyu was also powerless.

After pleading for a long time, Meng Zhang remained unmoved, and she could only leave disappointed.

Of course, Princess Chunyu wouldn't give up so easily.

Though she felt angry and frustrated inside, on the surface, she maintained her composure.

In her view, if it didn't work this time, there would be another chance; she would eventually make Meng Zhang agree to help.

As she bid her farewell, she started contemplating in her mind how she could persuade Meng Zhang.

She couldn't believe that, as someone with influence in the capital city and a member of the royal family, there wasn't a way to convince Meng Zhang, a newcomer from another region.

As she left, Princess Chunyu mentioned that she would visit again.

After seeing her off, Meng Zhang returned to his courtyard expressionless.

Sun Pengzhi, who had been observing from the side, was a bit puzzled.

He asked Meng Zhang why he didn't agree, as it would have been a simple gesture to give Princess Chunyu some face.

Princess Chunyu had a wide circle of friends, and more friends meant more opportunities.

Meng Zhang shook his head, explaining that his refusal wasn't due to any past grievances but rather due to a genuine difficulty.

Although he had claimed to be good friends with Lu Tianshu True Monarch in front of You Mingde, Meng Zhang knew the reality was different.

He and Lu Tianshu had cooperated once, thanks to Grandma Qiansi's matchmaking. While their interaction had been pleasant, Meng Zhang wasn't certain about the depth of their relationship.

As a Sect Master, Meng Zhang understood how sects regarded their teachings and techniques.

He knew that he wouldn't disclose any of Taiyi Sect's ordinary techniques without sufficient benefit. And as for the core teachings, they would never be shared unless the sect faced destruction.

He wasn't willing to ask Lu Tianshu for help solely based on Princess Chunyu's request or the benefits offered.

The currency of favors always dwindled with use, and if used, it should be for crucial matters.

After briefly explaining to Sun Pengzhi, Meng Zhang let the matter rest.

Sun Pengzhi shared some information he had learned from Shang Yuxia and offered a few reminders to Meng Zhang.

While Princess Chunyu herself might not be significant within the royal family and could rarely even meet Ba Wudi, the sisterhood organization she was a part of held substantial influence.

If they decided to confront Meng Zhang, it could lead to significant trouble.

However, Meng Zhang didn't pay much attention to Sun Pengzhi's advice.

He had seen enough of the shallow camaraderie between women.

Would there really be female cultivators willing to go to great lengths for Princess Chunyu?

Even if they were willing, their family clans behind them would likely not allow it.

Dismissing the matter, Meng Zhang continued to wait quietly in his courtyard.

During this time, Han Yao's whereabouts were unknown, and even Feng Baoshan's location was a mystery.

Meng Zhang wasn't in a hurry to bid farewell to Han Yao; instead, he visited Sea Spirit Sect every now and then.

Due to Lu Tianshu True Monarch's influence, Sea Spirit Sect warmly welcomed Meng Zhang, treating him as an esteemed guest.

In less than ten days, during one of his routine visits, Meng Zhang finally encountered Lu Tianshu True Monarch.

After finishing his tasks, Lu Tianshu True Monarch had hurried to the capital city to join the diplomatic mission.

When Meng Zhang visited, he had just concluded matters with the mission.

Meeting an old acquaintance like Meng Zhang in the capital city, Lu Tianshu was delighted.

As the saying goes, even after years, old friends are still close. While their time together at Heavenly Palace was short, they had a pleasant conversation. They shared a sense of compatibility.

Later, they collected pure jade inspiration, fought together against enemies, and escaped from Guarding Sea Temple and Return to Emptiness's grasp as a group.Later, when distributing the spoils of war, Lu Tianshu not only acted fairly but also kept his promises, willingly making concessions. This left a highly favorable impression on Meng Zhang.

Meng Zhang's earlier claim that he and Lu Tianshu were good friends wasn't just his own perception.

Between them, a solid rapport had developed, along with a certain level of understanding.

During their reunion, Lu Tianshu and Meng Zhang engaged in pleasant conversation.

Seeing the interaction between the two, You Mingde breathed a sigh of relief.

Meng Zhang wasn't a liar; he truly had a connection with Lu Tianshu.

The way he had treated Meng Zhang before should have satisfied Lu Tianshu.

Lu Tianshu genuinely considered Meng Zhang a friend, especially after their shared experience of slaying the cultivator from Guarding Sea Temple. Regardless of Meng Zhang's willingness, he had become an enemy of Guarding Sea Temple, sailing the treacherous seas of enmity with Sea Spirit Sect.

Lu Tianshu was an honest person; he wouldn't deliberately spread news to coerce Meng Zhang into complying.

However, Meng Zhang and his group had indeed been seen together with Lu Tianshu among the Guarding Sea Temple cultivators.

Although at the time, the other side mistook Meng Zhang's group for Sea Spirit Sect cultivators, their frequent presence in Heavenly Palace meant they would inevitably encounter Guarding Sea Temple cultivators sooner or later.

Cultivators at the Primordial Spirit stage didn't suffer from memory issues. Once their identities were exposed, it was only a matter of time.

Sea Spirit Sect was in a weaker position compared to Holy Land Sects like Guarding Sea Temple.

To contend against Guarding Sea Temple, Sea Spirit Sect needed to unite all possible forces.

Lu Tianshu had heard of Taiyi Sect, which had once dominated Middle-Earth Continent. The fact that Meng Zhang managed to rejuvenate Taiyi Sect and gained Grandma Qiansi's approval spoke to his remarkable abilities.

In Lu Tianshu's eyes, the current Meng Zhang might seem a bit inexperienced, and the rekindled Taiyi Sect was far from its heyday.

Yet, as long as Meng Zhang and Taiyi Sect continued to grow, they would eventually become a force that couldn't be ignored and would be an invaluable ally to Sea Spirit Sect.

In reality, facing Guarding Sea Temple's all-around suppression, Sea Spirit Sect found itself in a disadvantaged position in many aspects.

The group of Primordial Spirit cultivators that Meng Zhang was concerned about in Heavenly Palace could indeed be a useful force, often coming to great assistance.

From personal emotions to the interests of their respective sects, Lu Tianshu was willing to build a positive relationship with Meng Zhang.

For Meng Zhang, establishing a good relationship with Lu Tianshu and thereby connecting with Sea Spirit Sect was an exceedingly desirable outcome.

Given their existing rapport, they were now seeking to deepen their relationship.

Their conversations became more harmonious and intimate as they continued.

Regarding the diplomatic mission of the Sea Spirit Sect delegation, which had traveled all the way from the Southern Sea, crossed numerous mountains and waters, and traversed almost the entire Middle-Earth Continent to reach the Dali Dynasty, Meng Zhang couldn't help but be curious.

During their conversation, Meng Zhang casually inquired about their experiences on the journey.

Lu Tianshu didn't conceal anything.

He told Meng Zhang that they hadn't traveled directly through the Middle-Earth Continent; instead, they had taken an alternate route.

Meng Zhang would likely know about this route; it involved making a transit through Heavenly Palace.

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