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If the combat power at the early stage of the Saint Realm is insufficient to pressure Su Mu into joining the effort, then send out even stronger combat power!

Ryan and Asno were both wary and distrustful of Qiao Lang's findings, so they decided that each of the three major forces would send one late-stage Saint Realm expert, for a total of three late-stage Saint Realm powerhouses, to Tianyuan Star to "invite" Su Mu again.

In addition, Ryan had a meticulous plan and had an extra backup plan.

Before ordering three late-stage Saint Realm experts to travel to Tianyuan Star, he first went to the Star Palace to find Yu Sheng and inquire about Su Mu's past and true origins.

Su Mu once belonged to the Star Palace. If we could use Yu Sheng to lure Su Mu out of Tianyuan Star in the name of the Star Palace, it would be a perfect plan.

Once Su Mu leaves Tianyuan Star's home ground and is alone, even with guards by his side, no one will know the identity of the person who made the move.

Two mere mid-stage Saint Realm puppets were no match for the combined crushing power of three late-stage Saint Realm experts.

Once Su Mu is captured, Yu Sheng and all the other survivors in the Star Palace will be eliminated, allowing them to completely deceive everyone and monopolize all the opportunities in the secret realm!

Several days after Qiao Lang left Tianyuan Star, the Taidou Star Palace headquarters welcomed three uninvited guests.

The three walked side by side through the air, their positions carefully chosen, clearly revealing their relative strengths. The one occupying the central position must be the strongest and most senior, for only someone who could command the respect of the other two.

The man in the center is none other than Haliluk, a powerful figure under the command of the Star God Temple.

He possesses a rare multi-ethnic bloodline. His ancestors and maternal grandparents were all from different races. After his parents' bloodlines merged, another mutation occurred, resulting in layers of superior bloodline talents that Harry Luke perfectly inherited.

His numerous racial talents and unique bloodline techniques combined make his combat strength far surpass that of his peers. Even when facing late-stage Saint Realm cultivators of the same level, Harry Luke can steadily suppress them, demonstrating his extremely formidable combat foundation.

Led by Haliluk, the three walked straight into the Star Palace territory. Yu Sheng, who had already received the message from the Star God Temple, was waiting outside the temple. Upon seeing the three arrive, he quickly stepped forward, bowed, and led them into the main hall of the Star Palace.

Harry Luke showed no courtesy whatsoever, stepping into the hall and taking his seat in the main position with an arrogant demeanor. The two Saint Realm experts from Tianyu Tower and Tiansheng Pavilion took their seats on either side of the hall at the lower end.

Yu Sheng, however, could only stand obediently in the center of the main hall, hands clasped, waiting for the others to ask him questions.

After the three were all seated, Harry Luke leaned lazily against the throne, slightly raised his eyelids, and looked down at Yu Sheng with contempt. He arrogantly issued the order: "Su Mu is a member of your Star Palace. We have important business with him. You shall immediately send a message to summon him to the Star Palace."

That arrogant and overbearing attitude ignited a surge of anger within Yu Sheng. However, the disparity in strength between them was too great, and the oppressive aura of the late-stage Saint Realm expert pressed down on him, forcing him to suppress his rage and remain silent.

Looking at the postures of the three people in front of him, Yu Sheng admired Su Mu's foresight and wisdom even more.

After Qiao Lang left Tianyuan Star last time, Su Mu had given him advance instructions: the three major powers would never let this go easily, and this time they would definitely look for a breakthrough from the Star Palace and from him. At the same time, he instructed him that no matter what demands the other party made, he should just take the opportunity to deflect them and push all favors and conflicts back to Tianyuan Star.

Having made up his mind, Yu Sheng immediately put on a helpless and troubled expression, cupped his hands, and said in a bitter voice, "My lords, I am truly powerless to help you with this matter."

"Um?"

Harry Luke's brows furrowed suddenly, a cold glint flashed in his eyes, and a sharp pressure instantly enveloped the entire hall. He locked his gaze on Yu Sheng, his eyes clearly warning: if he could not provide a reasonable explanation, he would be held accountable today.

Yu Sheng inwardly scoffed, but on his face, he perfectly displayed an expression of indignation and helplessness, and continued his speech: "My lord, you are unaware that ever since we returned from the secret realm, Su Mu abruptly announced his departure from the Star Palace, and has been completely out of contact since. I have sent messages to contact him several times, but they have all gone unanswered. If it weren't for my recent orders to reorganize the star system's forces for the Star God Palace, I would have personally gone to Tianyuan Star to demand an explanation long ago."

These words were perfectly worded, demonstrating both his loyalty to the Star God Temple and his official duties, while also providing a perfect explanation for his inability to summon Su Mu.

Upon hearing this, Harry Luke indeed showed no further intention of making things difficult. The other party was wholeheartedly serving the Star God Temple and working diligently; as a powerful figure under the Star God Temple, he naturally couldn't find any fault with him.

Unable to forcibly summon Su Mu, Harry Luke could only suppress his impatience and press him in a deep voice: "Since you can't summon him, then tell me in detail all the information you know about Su Mu, without concealing a single detail."

Upon hearing this, Yu Sheng couldn't help but secretly admire Su Mu's brilliant strategy, as all his predictions had accurately captured the other party's thoughts.

He followed the script Su Mu had prepared for him in advance, speaking eloquently and methodically: "Reporting to Your Excellency, Su Mu is a native cultivator of Tianyuan Star, having grown up here since childhood. For the previous forty years, he was merely a lowly eunuch in the imperial palace, mediocre, talentless, and utterly ordinary. But for some unknown reason, he disappeared from Tianyuan Star for a period of time, and upon his return, his cultivation had advanced by leaps and bounds, undergoing a complete transformation, and he now possessed countless rare and precious materials and peerless treasures."

At this point, Yu Sheng's emotions grew even stronger, deliberately adding a touch of envy and resentment as he continued his performance: "The three of you have not witnessed it firsthand, but the sheer number of treasures Su Mu possesses is astonishing. It's common for him to take in numerous adopted sons and daughters, and for each of his disciples to have a Saint-level treasure. Many of his Heavenly God Realm cultivators even have more precious and refined personal treasures and cultivation resources than their subordinates."

As soon as he finished speaking, he deliberately pursed his lips, lowered his head and muttered under his breath, his tone full of envy: "To be honest, I often feel envious when I see this, and I wish I could also become Su Mu's disciple, become his godson, and seek some opportunities."

The entire performance—the demeanor, tone, and words—was flawless and perfectly natural. While Harry, Luke, and the other two weren't entirely convinced, they were already seven or eight parts convinced.

Seeing that Yu Sheng was still rambling on and on, full of resentment, Harry Luke impatiently raised his hand to interrupt: "Enough, no need to say more. We have important matters to discuss, you may leave now."

"Your subordinate obeys."

Yu Sheng bowed respectfully, then turned and slowly walked out of the main hall. Once the stone doors of the hall were completely closed, isolating the inside from the outside, the atmosphere inside the hall suddenly changed.

Harry Luke abandoned all his arrogance and looked solemnly at his companions on either side: "Fellow Daoists, based on what Yu Sheng said, it is clear that Su Mu is definitely a very problematic person."

"For the first forty years, he was mediocre and unknown, almost a useless person. But in a short period of time, his cultivation has advanced by leaps and bounds. Qiao Lang previously investigated and found that he had already broken through to the mid-stage of the God King Realm."

"In just a few years, he went from a useless mortal to a god-king. Such a heaven-defying transformation and extraordinary means are something that ordinary forces could not achieve, except for the two top super powers in the universe."

The experts from Tianyu Tower and Tiansheng Pavilion on both sides exchanged glances, their faces showing contemplation, and then they all spoke up in agreement.

"Fellow Daoist Harry is absolutely right. But upon closer examination, this matter is full of strange occurrences. The cultivation resources required to support one person in achieving such a terrifying breakthrough within a few years must be astronomical. The powerful forces behind him must be plotting something far-reaching."

"That's right, there are no free opportunities in the world. Why would they spend so many resources to cultivate a single pawn? What exactly do they want from Su Mu?"

Harry Luke sensed the unspoken meaning in their conversation and his tone became more urgent: "You two don't need to keep us in suspense. This is no small matter. If you have any guesses, just speak frankly!"