Journey to the Mysterious Sea

In the deepest part of the Red Dragon Empire's capital palace, in that magnificent palace where the Purple Vermillion Bird had always handled government affairs, the atmosphere at the moment was extremely oppressive, so heavy that it made people feel as if they were in an abyss, almost crushed by the heavy pressure. The air seemed to solidify into substance, so cold that it seemed to freeze one's blood, and what was squeezed out of it was probably not just ice chips, but a chill that could freeze one's soul. The entire space was tightly enveloped by a suffocating sense of oppression, like thick and impenetrable clouds, piling up layer by layer, like heavy mountains, pressing hard on everyone's heart, making it difficult to breathe, as if they were about to suffocate.

Purple Vermilion Bird sat on the throne, her face was like frost in the cold winter, cold and hard, exuding a chill that people dared not look directly at. Her sharp eyes were like a blazing torch, with endless majesty and determination, staring at the Phoenix elders sitting on the chairs in front of her without flinching. She spoke slowly in a deep and extremely firm tone: "The Red Dragon Empire is not my personal property, it belongs to every resident of the Red Dragon Empire on this vast land. We Phoenix people certainly have a power strong enough to shake the world and make the mountains and rivers tremble. However, we have no reason to forcibly take over the Red Dragon Empire. We should respect every living life and the long history of this land. It is a treasure accumulated over the years, carrying the wisdom and sweat of countless ancestors; respect the broad and profound culture, which is the crystallization of the wisdom of countless generations, and contains deep heritage and connotation. We cannot trample on the dignity and rights of others just because we are strong, and we cannot let greed and desire blind our eyes and lose our hearts."

Hearing these powerful words, the elders of the Phoenix Clan were immediately on pins and needles. The anxiety in their hearts spread rapidly like a surging tide, and the originally calm lake of their hearts suddenly set off a turbulent wave. One of the elders stood up suddenly, and his face instantly turned red, like a ripe apple, and like a volcano about to erupt. His emotions were so excited that the flames of anger seemed to burn the whole world to ashes. He yelled at the top of his lungs, "You are forgetting your roots! This is clearly a great opportunity, an opportunity for our Phoenix Clan to control everything! We are fully capable of controlling the entire Red Dragon Empire and incorporating it into our territory. This land should belong to the strong, and our Phoenix Clan is the undisputed strong! But you easily gave up this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity just because of that insignificant moral condemnation. Don't you think this is ridiculous? You are wasting our Phoenix Clan's advantages in vain and turning a blind eye to our Phoenix Clan's power! You are betraying the glory of our Phoenix Clan and pushing our Phoenix Clan's future into the abyss of darkness!"

Just when the tense atmosphere was about to overwhelm people, another elder tried to ease the tense atmosphere. He cleared his throat and tried to make his voice sound calmer, trying to cool down the conflict that was about to break out. He slowly said: "We, the people of the Red Dragon Empire, have been wandering in the world for thousands of years, and have experienced countless storms and hardships, and have tasted the ups and downs of the world. During these long years, we have been looking for a country that truly belongs to us, a home where we can live and work in peace and contentment, and a place where our descendants can live a happy life. Zi Zhuque, if the Red Dragon Empire can become the empire of our Phoenix Clan, we are willing to sincerely recommend you as the chief governor. We believe that under your leadership, we will surely be able to prosper and realize our dreams and ambitions. Our empire will become a shining pearl on this continent, shining with an extremely dazzling light, attracting the attention of the world. We will jointly create a glorious era, let the name of the Red Dragon Empire resound throughout the continent, and become an existence respected by everyone."

However, Zi Zhuque's face suddenly turned gloomy, and her eyes revealed a sharp light like a sword, as if it could pierce through all disguises and lies. With her keen insight, she noticed the greed in the eyes of the two elders that was difficult to conceal. That greed, like a demon in the dark, wanted to devour everything. At this moment, she had completely understood the real purpose of the two people's visit today. They wanted to easily grasp the power of the Red Dragon Empire in their own hands without any effort, and they also wanted to take this opportunity to deceive her, a woman, and use her to achieve their ambitions. Their wishful thinking was ingenious, but it could not be hidden from Zi Zhuque's eyes.

The corners of the Purple Vermilion Bird's mouth slightly raised, outlining a sneer full of sarcasm. Her voice was cold and firm, like a sharp ice blade, and she said mercilessly: "You have no sincerity at all. If you are really sincere, you should propose to nominate me as the head of the Red Dragon Empire and let you all serve under me. But you are not even willing to do such a thing, which is enough to prove that you just want to seize the power of the Red Dragon Empire and kick me away. I have seen your thoughts clearly. You are really making a wishful thinking, but I will not let you succeed. Now, leave the Red Dragon Empire immediately. You Phoenix people with ulterior motives are not welcome here. I am a loyal citizen of the Red Dragon Empire and have nothing to do with you! I will use my life and strength to protect the dignity and honor of the Red Dragon Empire and will never allow anyone to infringe!"

Hearing the firm words of Purple Vermilion Bird, the elders of the Phoenix Clan looked at each other, their eyes full of astonishment and disbelief. They obviously did not expect Purple Vermilion Bird to respond so strongly, and for a moment they were at a loss, as if someone had poured a bucket of cold water on their heads, and their original confidence and arrogance disappeared without a trace in an instant. Their hearts were filled with regret and anger, but they were helpless.

Then, a cold sneer appeared on their faces, and that smile was full of resentment and resentment, like a ghost in the dark night, exuding a chilling breath. Then, they left without any nostalgia, and their resolute gesture seemed to leave everything behind. Their footsteps echoed in the empty palace, making a dull sound, like the sound of a death knell, leaving only a cold breath in the air that could not dissipate for a long time.

In the dark, unnoticed, they colluded with each other and linked up with each other. In the dark corners, their figures were looming, like ghosts. They secretly discussed their plans, and their low voices were like the whispers of the devil, full of evil and conspiracy. Their eyes flashed with malicious light, and their hearts were filled with hatred for the Purple Vermilion Bird.