Chapter 1198 - 1198: Alliance of the World

The true intention of Ya Fei surprised Liu Zixuan slightly.

He couldn't help but ask, "Taking the key from the Four Symbols Sect and protecting them, how does that equate to protecting the Star Sea?"

Ya Fei laughed, "The condition for us to protect them was proposed by the Four Symbols Sect. It's not that we're excluding them from the martial realm's matters this time; it's that they chose not to participate. Simply put, they have been living comfortably for too long and are worried about potential troubles."

As she spoke, Ya Fei lowered her voice, "The White Tiger Clan and Vermilion Bird Clan are entirely focused on competing for the Four Symbols Sect's influence. Do you think they could shoulder the responsibility of protecting the Star Sea? So, we plan to obtain the key and face the foreign martial artists ourselves."

"So that's how it is!"

Liu Zixuan chuckled awkwardly, "I misunderstood you all!"

"It's nothing. Everyone is working for the sake of the Star Sea. Comparatively, we are slightly stronger than the Four Symbols Sect." Ya Fei continued, "However, to protect the Star Sea treasure, it's not enough to rely solely on us."

Liu Zixuan exhaled deeply, "Indeed, this matter seems to involve martial artists from around the world. One faction alone certainly isn't enough."

"We must cooperate." Ya Fei gently said, "It would be best if, with your influence in the Star Sea, you could rally all the hidden sects to join us in opposition."

Liu Zixuan smiled wryly, "You're overestimating me; I don't have much influence in the Star Sea!"

"The outside world says you're just living off of the Jiang Family, but I don't believe that. Once you show your true strength, you should be able to intimidate many martial artists," Ya Fei said with a half-smile.

Liu Zixuan raised an eyebrow, "What strength should I show? Even here in the Four Symbols Sect, I'm being bossed around!"

"I believe you can unite the Four Symbols Sect!"

Ya Fei patted Liu Zixuan on the shoulder, "Truthfully, I've already informed the headquarter about you before. After discussing, the elders sent me here."

"Does your coming here have anything to do with me?" Liu Zixuan asked.

"The elders said that your fame in the Star Sea is greater than ours, and they know you are meticulous. If you have a good plan, I was told to follow your lead."

Ya Fei paused, "In other words, once I get the key, I can directly hand it over to you."

"The key to the Star Sea's greatest treasure, just given to me so simply?" Liu Zixuan laughed.

Ya Fei laughed meaningfully, "Under usual circumstances, it's indeed the key to a treasure. But in this situation, it's a hot potato. Whoever holds the key faces the greatest risk."

Liu Zixuan's lips moved slightly, "Your backing sure has confidence in me."

"In one way, yes. The larger factor is probably your family's influence." Ya Fei smiled mysteriously.

"So, you do know about my family."

"I didn't know when we first met. After the battle with the Willow Association, I reported your situation to the headquarter, and they began investigating you. Then, through some deductions, they confirmed you belong to that family."

Listening to Ya Fei, Liu Zixuan asked, "What is the name of my family? And what about the martial alliance backing you? How are they connected, and where are they located?"

"With so many questions at once, how should I answer?" Ya Fei responded irritably.

"The martial alliance backing you, is it called the Alliance of the World?" At this moment, Qiqi suddenly spoke up.

Ya Fei immediately frowned, "How do you know?"

"I vaguely seemed to hear it once or twice," Qiqi scratched her head and smiled.

Ya Fei nodded lightly, "Yes, the martial alliance backing me is called the Alliance of the World, meaning it's a headquarter composed of scattered martial artists worldwide. As for the name of your family, I don't know. The elders never told me. But their words implied it relates to your surname."

"Surname?" Liu Zixuan rubbed his forehead, "Could it be called the Liu Family?"

Speaking of which, Liu Zixuan suddenly recalled a question Tomb Guardian Xiao Hu asked him back then.

At the Seven-Star Tomb, Xiao Hu asked Liu Zixuan, "Are you possibly surnamed Dugu?"

Liu Zixuan hadn't paid attention to that surname at the time. Now thinking back, could it relate to the family behind him?

But what could Liu have to do with Dugu?

Ya Fei shook her head, "I know little about your family's matters. The relationship between the Alliance of the World and your family should be good. But as for who is more powerful, I don't know."

"Then these are presumably not within the Star Sea, right?"

"Actually, they are in the Star Sea, but it's a place known by everyone, yet few have visited." Ya Fei smiled mysteriously.

"Where is it?" Liu Zixuan inquired.

Ya Fei leaned forward mockingly, "I don't want to tell you now!"

"Hey, you're messing around!" Liu Zixuan responded irritably.

"Saying too much will only distract you. Once everything is settled here, I can personally take you to find your family!" Ya Fei laughed.

Liu Zixuan rubbed his forehead, "To be honest, I really dislike when people tell half-truths."

"I'm not deliberately doing so; it's about saying the right things at the right time. Do you think now is the time to discuss your family?" Ya Fei asked.

"Fine, I won't argue with you over this,"

Liu Zixuan waved his hand and changed the subject, "So, what do you suggest we do tomorrow?"

"I would rather hear your plan!"

"Are you sure you'll follow exactly what I propose?" Liu Zixuan asked.

"I'm sure, and I can represent the Alliance of the World in my certainty!" Ya Fei asserted.

"Alright, for now, maintain contact with the White Tiger Clan and Vermilion Bird Clan. Tomorrow, they'll have a contest for the key's ownership, and I'll participate directly."

"You want to participate in the Four Symbols Sect's contest?" Ya Fei asked with some confusion.

"Yes, the purpose is simple: first, to understand the Four Symbols Sect's true strength for the most prudent deployment in the upcoming battles; second, to take the opportunity to handle some personal matters."

Liu Zixuan continued, "If I win tomorrow, you can publicly announce to forfeit the key. If I lose, you all will obtain the key. In short, after tomorrow, the key must not remain in the Four Symbols Sect, and this news has to spread."

"I knew you had this plan!" Ya Fei glanced at Liu Zixuan, "I'm more interested in seeing what kind of brilliance you'll display in the future global martial arts world battles!"

"I better not shine too brightly. It would be troubling if I captivate Sister Ya Fei!" Liu Zixuan joked.