Xu Fang was acutely aware that with the great powers returning to the Primordial Era and relaying the events here, his name would inevitably spread alongside the battle of Penglai Immortal Island, becoming a celebrated tale in the Primordial Era.
However, he hadn't anticipated that before his prestige had even begun to ripple through the Primordial Era, a "Xu Fang craze" would erupt within the chat group.
In truth, Xu Fang had only just learned of the Northern Darkness Palace and Northern Darkness Sword betraying their master and joining his side. He wasn't sure when the Heaven Measuring Ruler had taken matters into its own hands and struck a deal with these two treasures.
Still, Xu Fang knew the benefits outweighed the drawbacks. While he despised the actions of these two treasures from the bottom of his heart—betraying one's master was always difficult to accept, and if they could betray Kunpeng today, who knew if they would betray him tomorrow! It was akin to being called "godfather" by Lu Bu; one might end up with a dagger in the back from that fawning adopted son.
But he wasn't actually planning to wield these two treasures himself or have them fight for him. Their purpose was more as eyes and ears, helping him gather intelligence from the Demon race. This way, he could be informed of any stir or whisper from the Demon race and formulate countermeasures.
Thus, Xu Fang tacitly accepted the matter, deciding to accept the Northern Darkness Palace and Northern Darkness Sword as behind-the-lines intelligence treasures, lurking within the Demon race to monitor them.
Naturally, once the idea took hold, it became an unstoppable tide. Having tasted the sweetness of success, Xu Fang began to entertain further thoughts. If the Northern Darkness Palace and Northern Darkness Sword could be won over, shouldn't the treasures of other factions also be courted to aid him?
Just as Xu Fang was contemplating the feasibility of this, the addition of the Western treasures perfectly aligned with his intentions, steering events in the direction he desired. Now, seeing the treasures in the chat group fall into contemplation, Xu Fang was overjoyed.
"It's like a pillow for a sleepy head! While the Seven Treasures Wonderful Tree had issues with us before, it seems quite lovable now!"
The Northern Darkness Palace and Northern Darkness Sword had taken the lead, initiating the trend of pledging allegiance to Xu Fang. And when the Seven Treasures Wonderful Tree spoke, it transformed the nascent thoughts in the treasures' minds into spoken words. The current silence among the treasures wasn't a lack of things to say, but rather them considering the feasibility of joining his side!
Xu Fang could think of this, and the Heaven Measuring Ruler could too. It quickly seized the moment.
[Heaven Measuring Ruler: Everyone, do I need to say more? You all know what kind of existence my Xu boy is, right?]
The Heaven Measuring Ruler knew the importance of winning over treasures. If nothing else, the live broadcast by the Northern Darkness Palace just moments ago had completely exposed the Demon race's so-called schemes, which was the best illustration. Seeing that the treasures were wavering, the Heaven Measuring Ruler was naturally eager to push the matter forward.
Seeing their leader speak, the treasures aligned with Xu Fang naturally understood. They spoke one after another.
[Ruyi Jingu Bang: Indeed, indeed! Everyone, don't you want your treasures to be long and fulfilling, with no one to talk to? How lonely would that be!]
[Six Roots of Purity Bamboo: No way, no way! Are there really treasures now willing to follow masters with whom they can't communicate? Are you living in the Age of Gods and Demons? So clueless!]
[Seven Treasures Exquisite Pagoda: My life is so fortunate, truly. How could I be so lucky to encounter Master Xu Fang, to communicate without barriers with my master, to understand and improve each other? It's truly a joyous experience in a treasure's life!]
[Treasure Dropping Golden Coin: That's not the most important thing. The most important thing is with which master we can unleash our greatest power!]
[Sea Stabilizing Divine Beads: Exactly, exactly! Once the treasure formation is activated, I immediately feel like my treasure life has reached its peak, its climax!]
[Northern Darkness Sword: Then what are you waiting for? Action speaks louder than thoughts! Hurry and join the Xu Fang Treasure Group!]
[Northern Darkness Palace: Exactly! Miss this village, and you won't find this shop! Don't wait until we're made permanent members and you're still stuck in place! That would be too tragic!]
The treasures aligned with Xu Fang, including the Northern Darkness Palace and Northern Darkness Sword—those behind-the-scenes operatives—all praised Xu Fang effusively, detailing his merits and advantages, and urging the treasures in the group to join. Didn't Xu Fang say that the Primordial Era wasn't just about fighting and killing, but also about social graces! This indicated that beyond fighting and killing, there were many paths to victory, and winning over the treasures in the chat group to their side was clearly a shortcut to success.
Imagine this: before the enemy moves, you already know their battle plans and deployments, and you're fully prepared. How could the opposition gain any advantage? Imagine this: the two sides are locked in a fierce battle, at a stalemate, and suddenly the enemy's treasures malfunction. How could you not seize such an opportunity? The benefits are countless, proving the importance of increasing the number of auxiliary treasure members. Develop external treasure members and let the banner of the Xu Fang Treasure Group fly across the Primordial Era!
Xu Fang looked at the words of his treasures with great satisfaction. It seemed these fellows understood his intentions well! He was winning over great powers in the Primordial Era to serve him, and they were following suit, winning over treasures to strengthen their own side. Having such treasures truly comforted his heart!
However, even with his treasures making such fervent pleas, the treasures in the group still didn't readily agree.
[Seven Treasures Wonderful Tree: Although what you all said is quite persuasive, I've thought about it, and betraying the West like this feels a bit too inappropriate.]
[Jie Yin Exquisite Flower Lamp: I feel the same way. Born in the West, one should serve the West. How can we be fickle?]
[Three Treasures Jade Ruyi: Actually, I think the life I have now is very good. Tongtian treats me well too, I really can't bear to leave him!]
[Karma Fire Red Lotus: Although I'm often ostracized by my two colleagues, Ming He treats me well too. How can I betray him?]
The treasures spoke one after another, their words flowing with practiced ease. They expressed their regret at not being able to join the Xu Fang Treasure Group, while also proclaiming their unwavering integrity and deep loyalty, seemingly unable to bear betraying their masters. This left the Heaven Measuring Ruler and other treasures unsure how to persuade them. With such words, it felt as though any further nagging from their side would be akin to leading an innocent woman astray.
Yet, to give up such an opportunity to recruit felt a little unwilling. Who knew when another chance would arise to win over these treasures!
Xu Fang saw the words of the treasures and chuckled inwardly. "Inappropriate, sincere affection—these are just excuses. Aren't they still afraid of bearing the stigma of betrayal?"