Starting From A Son In Law To Build An Long Lasting Family Chapter 2137: 574: Lu Lingjing: Madam, Master Is Missing! (3)

Donning a striking Vermilion Bird dress adorned with gold plating, Hong Lian was a vision of sumptuous beauty and imposing height.

Standing beside her, Ling Zixiao, with her elegant features and graceful bearing, appeared diminished, almost like a mere green leaf complementing a vibrant flower.

Hong Lian moved with an air of dignified authority as she took the jade slip. Her slender fingers brushed against it, instantly absorbing the information contained within.

She discerned that the Heavenly Sword Sect was employing a strategy of gradual escalation, subtly testing her resolve.

After a moment of thoughtful consideration, Hong Lian declared, "This list can be reduced by seventy percent. We shall address the Heavenly Sword Sect's demands later."

Previously, she had conveyed that Lu Changsheng was in secluded cultivation, politely declining the invitation from Absolute Sword True Monarch.

While the Heavenly Sword Sect did not openly state their intentions, they had swiftly begun to exert pressure on Great Dream Immortal City.

Their initial move was to suppress them through trade negotiations.

Subsequently, they used the pretext of the Liangyue War to demand resource contributions from Great Dream Immortal City.

Although Great Dream Immortal City possessed the option to refuse such demands.

With Lu Changsheng absent, Hong Lian endeavored to maintain a semblance of stability.

Otherwise, should the Heavenly Sword Sect decide to sever ties, their position would become exceedingly precarious.

"Very well."

Ling Zixiao nodded gently, grasping the implications of Hong Lian's words.

Nevertheless, the gravity of the situation necessitated seeking Hong Lian's definitive judgment.

"The Heavenly Sword Sect will not initiate open conflict until they've assessed our true capabilities."

"Furthermore, with the Liangyue War in a stalemate, the Heavenly Sword Sect faces difficulties in diverting resources to deal with us. It would be best to delay until your husband's return."

Hong Lian spoke softly to Ling Zixiao, her beautiful eyes involuntarily drifting towards the direction of the Starry Sky Sea.

Unlike Lu Miaoge, Ling Zixiao, and others, she harbored unwavering faith in Lu Changsheng.

She never once suspected he had met with peril, believing instead that he was merely delayed by unforeseen circumstances and would soon reappear.

As their discussion unfolded, both Ling Zixiao and Hong Lian felt a distinct sensation, a jade talisman appearing simultaneously in their hands.

It was the Sensing Talisman meant for communication with the Sea Splitting Mysterious Dragon Whale!

"The Spiritual Whale has returned?"

"Has husband returned?"

Gazing at the Sensing Talismans they held, the two women exchanged glances, a flicker of joy evident in each other's eyes.

However, being shrewd individuals, they quickly perceived a subtle incongruity.

If their husband were near Immortal City, he would have likely returned directly using the Michen Banner. Why then would he dispatch the Sea Splitting Mysterious Dragon Whale to send a message?

This Sensing Talisman was more plausibly intended for them to seek out the Sea Splitting Mysterious Dragon Whale.

Alternatively, the Sea Splitting Mysterious Dragon Whale itself might have encountered some distress, prompting this urgent communication.

"I shall go investigate."

Hong Lian mused for a brief moment before conveying this to Ling Zixiao. Following her words, a radiant aura enveloped her stunning form, and she vanished from sight.

The Sea Splitting Mysterious Dragon Whale had accompanied her husband, yet now Lu Changsheng remained absent while the Sea Splitting Mysterious Dragon Whale initiated contact. Naturally, Hong Lian grew more vigilant, proceeding with extreme caution, employing Divine Skills to cloak her presence and suppress her Qi mechanism.

After some time, Hong Lian reached Mysterious Whale Island. Sensing a faint presence, she activated the Sensing Talisman.

"Splash—"

The previously placid sea suddenly churned and roared, the colossal form of the Sea Splitting Mysterious Dragon Whale gradually breaching the surface.

Although capable of assuming human form, Lu Lingjing, as a Demon Beast, found her true form more comfortable and preferred to remain in it.

"Lingjing, why have you returned alone? Where is the master?"

Upon seeing the Sea Splitting Mysterious Dragon Whale before her, Hong Lian's radiance subsided, revealing her true appearance as she inquired.

"Madam, the master is missing."

The deep, resonant voice of the Sea Splitting Mysterious Dragon Whale echoed directly within Hong Lian's mind.

"Missing?"

Hong Lian was startled, a sense of bewilderment washing over her.

Lu Changsheng being fine, how could he possibly be considered missing?