In the Jade Capital, Senior Sister Xiang was exhausted both physically and mentally, yet she forced a smile for the noble seated before her. "If the Si Clan wishes to practice the Extreme Martial Dao, I can propose to the Master that he come to the Jade Capital in person and instruct the Si Clan himself. I'm confident the Si Clan would not be disappointed. Given time, the Si Clan would come to appreciate the benefits of the Extreme Martial Dao, especially the extension of lifespan..."

She was still working to win over the Si Clan. They were a noble house of considerable importance, carrying enormous weight throughout the Jade Capital. If the Jade Dragon Kingdom's decision was to be stopped or even delayed, the Si Clan was of utmost importance, and she had lately poured most of her energy into appeasing them.

Just then, a phone rang. One of the Si Clan answered it, and his expression grew grave.

When he hung up, he looked at her and let out a long sigh. "Miss Xiang, word has just come. The Long Clan has intervened, and they've settled the matter plainly. The Extreme Martial Dao Centers will be outlawed. There is no more room to negotiate."

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