At the same time.

The fact that Yellow Jade from the Black Dragon Society was captured, and Zhou Yu intends to investigate the death of the previous Martial Pavilion Minister, has also reached the headquarters of the Dark Domain.

A critical meeting is being held at the Dark Domain headquarters.

Within the power structure of the Dark Domain, the most powerful, of course, is the Domain Lord, the Black Dragon.

Next are the Elder Council, three Deputy Domain Lords, and two Black Demon Kings.

Today's emergency meeting includes five elders from the Elder Council, two Deputy Domain Lords, and even one of the Black Demon Kings.

Such a congregation of high-level core members is extremely rare in the Dark Domain in the past decade.

However, this was not all.

At this moment, after everyone was seated, they all remained silent, occasionally glancing outside as if waiting for someone significant.

Soon, a tall woman in a black leather jacket walked in.

Seeing this woman, a group of elders, deputy domain lords, and even the Black Demon King stood up.

"Secretary Yuan."

The woman in the black leather jacket is named Yuan Mei.

Her position is the trusted secretary of the Domain Lord.

Although her rank is far inferior to everyone present, her appearance represents the Domain Lord, giving her an extremely high status.

Yuan Mei pulled out a chair and sat down, then said calmly:

"Ladies and gentlemen, the Domain Lord is busy, so he sent me to attend the meeting."

"You may start. Feel free to speak your mind."

Upon hearing these words, everyone exchanged glances. After a moment, a Deputy Domain Lord asked:

"Secretary Yuan, since the Domain Lord sent you to attend, he must already have plans, right?"

"Why don't you convey the Domain Lord's thoughts first?"

Yuan Mei said calmly:

"The Domain Lord has not directly expressed his opinion. His intention is for you all to come up with a result on your own and carry it out."

After hearing this, everyone secretly breathed a sigh of relief.

As long as the Domain Lord does not explicitly command, everyone could consider their own interests when making a decision.

At this point, a member of the Elder Council eagerly spoke up:

"I believe Zhou Yu must be eliminated."

"This person has repeatedly conflicted with our Dark Domain, first killing Tian Sheng, then capturing Yellow Jade, clearly intending to go against us."

"Moreover, this boy's cultivation is improving too quickly. If we let him continue, it will be a fool's dream to eliminate him later."

As soon as the elder finished speaking, several other elders immediately agreed:

"Indeed, this boy must be eliminated as soon as possible."

"Just like last time with dealing with the former Martial Pavilion Minister…"

However, just as the Elder Council was in high spirits, a Deputy Domain Lord spoke up:

"I do not advise continuing the conflict with Zhou Yu."

"This guy clearly has great fortune and stands backed by the Martial Pavilion and the Punishment Hall. Our Dark Domain's strength in Dragon Country is weak, and without going all out, it is hard to pose a threat to Zhou Yu."

"But the moment we go all out, it will inevitably give those opposing forces a chance to uproot us."

Hearing this, the Black Demon King, who hadn't spoken, nodded in agreement.

"I think the Deputy Domain Lord is right. With the current strengths we have in Dragon Country, it is difficult to eliminate this boy."

Seeing these two forming a united front, the members of the Elder Council were displeased.

One elder angrily said:

"You speak lightly, using a few words to let the Dark Domain give up on dealing with Zhou Yu, this kid."

"That's impossible!"

"Yellow Jade was cultivated by our Elder Council. We cannot sit by and watch him die in the Martial Pavilion."

"We must show this Zhou Yu some color."

Upon hearing the Elder Council's words, the Deputy Domain Lord and the Black Demon King immediately showed discontent.

They began to accuse the Elder Council of only caring about their interests and not considering the lives of others.

The Elder Council, in turn, accused the Deputy Domain Lord and Black Demon King of cowardice.

The tension between the two sides escalated rapidly, becoming intense.

At this moment, Yuan Mei snorted coldly and said:

"What are you arguing about?"

"Since you cannot reach a consensus, follow the old rule and vote by a show of hands."

Upon hearing this, the members of the Elder Council, the Deputy Domain Lord, and the Black Demon King looked at each other with grim expressions.

Quickly, everyone finished the vote.

In the end, the Elder Council held the upper hand.

Seeing this, Yuan Mei stood up.

"Voting is over. Proceed according to the Elder Council's decision."

Upon hearing this, the Deputy Domain Lord and the Black Demon King looked extremely displeased.

But then, Yuan Mei suddenly stared at the Elder Council members and said:

"The Domain Lord asked me to convey one more thing to you."

"This time, whether you succeed or fail in dealing with Zhou Yu, you will bear all the responsibility."

The Elder Council members immediately assured Yuan Mei that there would be no problem.

"If that's the case, then carry it out…"

Yuan Mei said coldly.

...

Kyoto Martial Pavilion Headquarters.

Xiao Ce's office.

Xiao Ce was reading a secret file when a beautiful girl with an ethereal temperament walked in.

"Grandpa, you called for me?"

This girl is Xiao Ce's granddaughter, Xiao Qingyue.

Seeing his granddaughter arrive, Xiao Ce showed a loving gaze and smiled:

"Qingyue, Grandpa has something to ask you, please take care of it for me."

Xiao Qingyue curiously asked:

"Grandpa, what is it?"

"Over in Hu City, that young Zhou Yu seems to be up to something big. He has captured the president of the Black Dragon Society. Currently, several forces in Hu City seem to be stirring up activity again."

"Although I have already sent Elder Li Qinglong to lead the team there, just in case, I'd like you to go as well."

Upon hearing this, Xiao Qingyue's eyes lit up.

"He actually has such courage!!!"

"How interesting."

"I've long heard he is extraordinary, so it's the perfect opportunity for me to see for myself."

"Grandpa, I'll head over right away…"

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