At this moment, this person's right hand was holding a compass-like object. In the center of the compass was a green pointer, surrounded by various scales and strange array talismans.

The surface of the compass shimmered with green light, clearly a strange treasure.

Upon hearing the shadow's words, He Qun's left hand suddenly pressed onto the compass, and a mass of real power was immediately infused into it.

A green light shot out from the pointer of the compass.

This green light flew straight out, going in a direction slightly northwest.

"That Xiao Mu seems to be in the northwest direction."

Shao Qing, He Qun turned his head to look at the shadow.

"Northwest! Hehe!"

The shadow fluctuated, resembling a cobra as it suddenly lifted its body, glanced toward the northwest, and let out a series of sneers.

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"Hello, Brother Bai!"

"Hello, Brother Gan! I've long admired your great name, and it's an honor to collaborate with you this time!"

"Likewise, haha! Brother Bai, you are too kind!"

More than half an hour later, Bai Rong met with Gan Yun's team.

Xiao Mu seized the opportunity to scrutinize Gan Yun, feeling a vague sense of familiarity.

This person was very likely one of the powerful figures who participated in the siege against him at the Heavenly Court's station.

On Gan Yun's side, the force was evidently stronger compared to Bai Rong's, not only numbering eleven but also having three True God Realm individuals.

Besides the rugged-looking Gan Yun, these three True God Realm individuals included a tall woman appearing in her early thirties and a small-statured man resembling an adolescent dwarf.

This man was clearly not a natural dwarf but had cultivated some special divine powers that prevented his growth.

"Brother Bai, I invited you here to discuss a matter of collaboration."

The rugged man Gan Yun spoke, "There are many participants vying for Bai Jing's treasury, and to my knowledge, there are forces like Qin Guang, Ma Fang, and Zhao Rui involved."

"These forces have amassed a significant number of people and are very powerful."

"Take Qin Guang, for instance. In his party alone, there are as many as seven True God Realms. According to the information I've gathered, Ma Fang has nine True God Realm subordinates, and Zhao Rui has no less than seven."

As Bai Rong listened, his expression gradually changed. He had only recently met Zhao Rui, and he hadn't realized that Zhao Rui had silently gathered so many people.

It seemed likely that he had joined forces with other teams.

Gan Yun observed Bai Rong's expression and continued, "Whether it's me or Brother Bai, compared to the other forces, our power is inevitably thin."

"Therefore, my proposal is that we join forces, unite under single command, and strive together to seize Bai Jing's treasury. What do you think, Brother Bai?"

"This..."

Upon hearing this, Bai Rong couldn't help but ponder.

He was willing to cooperate, but Gan Yun's words made him hesitate.

The main issue was uniting under single command, which seemed like Gan Yun wanted to swallow his force, making him serve Gan Yun?

Xiao Mu's eyes flashed with divine light inadvertently; he also caught the implication in Gan Yun's words.

The outwardly rugged Gan Yun saw Bai Rong pondering and couldn't help but smile, "What do you think, Brother Bai? If we join, both parties benefit, but if we separate, both suffer."

"No single force, regardless of who, can compete against Qin Guang, Ma Fang, or Zhao Rui."

"Only by merging can we qualify to participate in seizing the treasury; otherwise, with our current power, we might not even qualify to participate."

"This... Brother Gan's words also make sense."

Bai Rong still hesitated, unable to make a decision. Gan Yun's so-called cooperation actually seemed to be an attempt to swallow him, which he found hard to accept.

"Respected Envoy Gan, I want to ask, after merging, under whose command will the entire team be?"

Suddenly, a discordant voice rang out.

Everyone heard it instantly, and almost subconsciously, everyone turned to look at the person who spoke, and they all saw Xiao Mu.

"Who is this?"

Gan Yun obviously didn't recognize Zhang Xiu, who was actually Xiao Mu in disguise.

"This is Zhang Xiu, my assistant."

Bai Rong was apparently worried that Xiao Mu might say something unpleasant again, so he hurriedly introduced Xiao Mu and also couldn't help but send a warning to Xiao Mu, "Zhang Xiu, don't speak recklessly this time; Gan Yun is a friend, not an enemy."

"Oh! Zhang Xiu, I think I've heard the name before. Brother Zhang, hello!"

Gan Yun casually greeted Xiao Mu and nodded.

"Respected Envoy Gan, hello to you too!"

Xiao Mu responded, always wearing a smile, and took the opportunity to ask again, "Respected Envoy Gan, please tell us, after merging, who will command our team? Will it be you, Respected Envoy Gan, or our Respected Envoy Bai?"

Bai Rong initially wanted to stop Xiao Mu's reckless talk, but Xiao Mu's question happened to be his greatest concern, so he said nothing, wanting to hear how Gan Yun would respond.

Gan Yun smiled, confidently said, "Of course, the one with the strongest power commands. If one's abilities are insufficient, even if they stand out to lead, they might not gain people's allegiance."

"So, if our Respected Envoy Bai is the strongest, will the entire team be under our Respected Envoy Bai's command?"

Xiao Mu asked once more.

"This..."

Gan Yun was taken aback, clearly not expecting Xiao Mu to say such a thing, but he quickly regained his composure and laughed heartily, "Of course, if Brother Bai is the strongest, our team certainly has to be under his command."

"If he's not leading, others may also find it hard to trust."

Gan Yun was quite familiar with Bai Rong and clearly didn't consider Bai Rong's abilities to surpass his own.

So, though he was initially uncomfortable with Xiao Mu's question, upon reflection, he didn't mind.

After all, Bai Rong wasn't his match either; what harm was there in saying it?

Xiao Mu nodded, appearing very satisfied, "But how should we verify who has the strongest abilities? Should we have a competition?"

Hearing this, Gan Yun couldn't help but feel somewhat displeased.

This displeasure immediately showed on his face.

What's with this subordinate of Bai Rong's? Is there anyone who doesn't know who is stronger between Bai Rong and me? Does it require a competition to determine?

Moreover, how crucial the matter of seizing Bai Jing's treasury is; how could I waste time on a contest here?

The tall woman on Gan Yun's side, seeing Gan Yun's expression, knew their leader was unhappy.

Immediately, the woman stepped forward from the team, looked at Xiao Mu, and smiled, "This should be Brother Zhang Xiu, right?"

"Time is of the essence, competition is unnecessary. Besides, everyone knows the strength of Respected Envoy Gan and Respected Envoy Bai. Why rely on a competition to determine it?"

"Not to mention, Qin Guang, Ma Fang, and Zhao Rui have already set off. If we waste time competing here, wouldn't it delay our official business?"

Xiao Mu unhappily retorted, "Without a competition, who gets to be the leader? Command everyone?"

The tall woman naturally said, "Of course, Respected Envoy Gan, as his strength is mighty, apparent to all. Besides, before entering the Creation Space, Respected Envoy Gan participated in the siege against Xiao Mu."

"With such abilities, who other than Respected Envoy Gan is qualified to lead us in the treasury battle and stand against forces like Qin Guang, Ma Fang, and Zhao Rui?"

"Your words also make sense."

Xiao Mu nodded to the tall woman but then said, "However, the fact that Respected Envoy Gan once participated in the siege against Xiao Mu doesn't necessarily mean his strength surpasses our Respected Envoy Bai."

"How can they convince people without comparing against each other? At least I, Zhang Xiu, am not convinced."

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