Immediately, Elder Chu turned to Elder Nian, his voice sinister: "Old Nian, we absolutely cannot let Bu Yi off the hook. If we don't act, someone will uproot the entire Bu family!"
"I'm afraid that's not possible," Elder Nian shook his head.
"So we're just going to let this traitor go?" Elder Chu said, displeased.
"It's not that I want to let him go. Bu Yi is a master schemer—after pulling something like this, he must've already anticipated our reaction. Even if we try to deal with him, all we'll find is an empty estate!"
At this, a look of deep frustration flashed in Elder Nian's eyes.
But this time, Elder Nian had actually miscalculated. Not only had Bu Yi not left the Holy City, he was in his own estate receiving a group of guests—six in total: Xander Xuanyuan, Harvey Huangpu, Tanner Nangong, Adrian Zhuge, the Venerable Dragon Sword, and the Melody Empress.
Earlier, the four—Xander Xuanyuan and his companions—had been forced by Niall Nian using their own disciples as leverage. Although they killed Niall in the end, the anger in their hearts had not subsided.
Now, with the Military Council and the East–South Domains at war, the Holy City was left exposed. So after some discussion, they decided to strike at the Military Council’s root and seize the Holy City.
Although Bu Yi was no longer an elder, he had held the post for many years and still wielded considerable influence in the Holy City. Plus, he had long been on friendly terms with Leon Huang in secret. With his support, taking the city would be much easier.
That was why the six of them came to visit together.
Just then, one of Bu Yi’s trusted aides burst in, panic written all over his face: "Master, bad news! Elder Huangpu and Elder Li have led their troops to surround our estate!"
"What are you panicking for? Get out!" Bu Yi barked.
"But Master...!" The aide tried to say more, but Bu Yi shot him a glare: "Out! Can't you see I'm receiving guests?"
"Yes, sir!"
The aide could only leave, helpless.
"Sorry for making a scene, old friends," Bu Yi apologized to the six guests.
"Haha, Brother Bu, your composure in a crisis is impressive," Xander Xuanyuan laughed, offering praise.
"Bu Yi isn’t just calm under pressure—he’s got great foresight, too!"
A voice rang out—it was Leon Huang stepping into the hall. In fact, he’d received news of the Blood Demon Puppets’ destruction even before Elder Nian.
After handling that, Leon fully trusted Bu Yi. Worried for Bu Yi’s safety, he personally came to the Holy City—only to find Xander Xuanyuan and the others already there.