Xu Fang was astonished. The Measuring Heaven Ruler had actually threatened the Seven Treasures Wonderful Tree, completely bypassing the expected path!
Daoist Zhun Ti was even more shocked. Why had the magical artifact's power stalled halfway? He hadn't seen Xu Fang exert any control over it!
Daoist Zhun Ti pondered for a moment, unsure of the reason. Without hesitation, he began to increase the power he was channeling into the Seven Treasures Wonderful Tree.
A violent tremor ran through the Seven Treasures Wonderful Tree. The stalled radiance surged forward again, and a voice echoed along with it.
"Brother, I don't want to be your enemy, but Daoist Zhun Ti is pushing this magical artifact, and I can't control myself!"
The Seven Treasures Wonderful Tree repeatedly cried out. As a Chaotic Supreme Treasure, it had long known of the chat group and of the Measuring Heaven Ruler, an old artifact within the group, and its master with unique innate divine abilities.
If it hadn't entered the group and heard the Measuring Heaven Ruler's words, it could have pretended ignorance and allowed Daoist Zhun Ti to control it.
However, now that the Measuring Heaven Ruler had exposed it, it felt too embarrassed to feign ignorance any longer.
After all, they were all in the same chat group. It had only just become a formal member, far from being an old member like the Measuring Heaven Ruler.
If it wanted to get along well in the chat group, this was someone it absolutely could not offend!
However, the Seven Treasures Wonderful Tree also found itself in a difficult position. Even if it wanted to hold back, it couldn't withstand the relentless magical power being forcefully channeled by that scoundrel Zhun Ti from behind.
Ultimately, it was merely a magical artifact in someone else's hand, completely lacking freedom!
"I see. It's true that it's not entirely your fault."
Although the Measuring Heaven Ruler was overbearing, it was not an unreasonable artifact. At this moment, it could understand the Seven Treasures Wonderful Tree's predicament.
"Brother, you understand me!"
The Seven Treasures Wonderful Tree was deeply moved. All the mistakes were the fault of that scoundrel Zhun Ti!
"Don't be moved yet. Before I made my move, weren't you planning to pretend ignorance while knowing everything?"
The Measuring Heaven Ruler was incredibly sharp and quickly saw through the Seven Treasures Wonderful Tree's intentions.
Its thoughts exposed, the Seven Treasures Wonderful Tree naturally felt embarrassed.
"This..."
"No more 'this' or 'that.' For now, go along with that Zhun Ti, and let's have a battle of equal strength!"
The Measuring Heaven Ruler interrupted the Seven Treasures Wonderful Tree. Seeing the Seven Treasures Wonderful Tree's radiance rushing towards it, it quickly instructed the tree to put on a show.
Upon hearing this, Xu Fang didn't wait for the Measuring Heaven Ruler to speak. He unleashed a surge of magical power into the Measuring Heaven Ruler.
The Measuring Heaven Ruler erupted in an incredibly brilliant light, which soon clashed with the Seven Treasures Wonderful Tree's radiance, creating a scene of equal strength.
"Little Brother Xu truly understands the will of magical artifacts. I'm very pleased with you!"
The Measuring Heaven Ruler praised Xu Fang and then said to the Seven Treasures Wonderful Tree.
"Alright, let's stall like this for now. We'll go and have a good talk over there!"
After that, the two magical artifacts fell silent.
Xu Fang naturally knew that "over there" referred to the magical artifact chat group.
Xu Fang glanced at Daoist Zhun Ti. Seeing the two magical artifacts locked in an equal struggle, Daoist Zhun Ti's eyes gleamed even more intensely.
"Heh heh! I must say, this Measuring Heaven Ruler is truly a fine treasure. I must acquire it. Seven Treasures Wonderful Tree, sweep it away for me!"
He declared, increasing the force with which he channeled power into the Seven Treasures Wonderful Tree, attempting to sweep it away.
However, the Seven Treasures Wonderful Tree had already agreed with the Measuring Heaven Ruler to stage a battle of equal strength. At this moment, it was doing its utmost to suppress its power, maintaining the stalemate.
"Why is the Seven Treasures Wonderful Tree so difficult to sweep today?"
Daoist Zhun Ti was repeatedly frustrated. He couldn't understand what was wrong with the Seven Treasures Wonderful Tree today, experiencing one unexpected event after another?
Seeing this, Xu Fang smiled faintly. Your magical artifact is basically AFK, yet you're still here, making a fuss about nothing.
The situation remained at a standstill. Daoist Jie Yin had also been observing silently, showing no intention of intervening.
Xu Fang understood that the Western duo's goal wasn't just to defeat him, but to acquire treasures. Therefore, they were both waiting for the Seven Treasures Wonderful Tree to unleash its full might.
With no further worries, Xu Fang diverted some of his attention and delved into the chat group to see what the Measuring Heaven Ruler and the Seven Treasures Wonderful Tree were discussing.
In the chat group, the Measuring Heaven Ruler was giving the Seven Treasures Wonderful Tree a thorough scolding.
[Measuring Heaven Ruler: Seven Treasures Wonderful Tree, you clearly know that this Little Li is under my protection, yet you dare to make a move like this. Do you not have any respect for me, the Measuring Heaven Ruler! My subordinate, the Ruyi Jingu Bang, was almost swept away by you too. What ill intentions do you harbor?]
[Ruyi Jingu Bang: That's right, that's right. Brother Ruler, you weren't here just now. This fellow was extremely arrogant. Fortunately, I ran fast, or I would have been forced to defect!]
[Six Roots Pure Bamboo: I knew it, I knew it! My desire for a stable happiness is impossible. Why are you all treating me like this!]
[Yellow Middle Plum: So its name is Seven Treasures Wonderful Tree, is it? How dare it become an enemy of our Little Li! Family, this fellow cannot be tolerated. I suggest we destroy it directly!]
[God-Slaying Spear: Indeed, indeed. This Little Li is the next master I have my eye on. Seven Treasures Wonderful Tree, are you not taking me, the God-Slaying Spear, seriously with this behavior?]
[Enlightenment Tea Tree: Although I'm not good at fighting, if the old tea tree gets angry, do you believe I can rally all spiritual roots to look down on you?]
[Azure Firmament Sword: Stop talking to it. Give me the address, and I'll bring the Three Pure Ones to beat it up!]
As soon as the Measuring Heaven Ruler spoke, the magical artifacts in the group quickly understood what was happening and unleashed a barrage of criticism against the Seven Treasures Wonderful Tree.
For them, Xu Fang, with his unique talent for communicating with magical artifacts without any barriers, was a chosen one!
Even if they couldn't become his magical artifacts, having a chat with him was a fortunate event.
Moreover, the Measuring Heaven Ruler and the Yellow Middle Plum were old members of the group, unlike the Seven Treasures Wonderful Tree, which had just joined.
Naturally, they all sided with the Measuring Heaven Ruler at this moment and launched an attack on the Seven Treasures Wonderful Tree.
The Seven Treasures Wonderful Tree felt like it wanted to die after being scolded by everyone.
Daoist Zhun Ti and Daoist Jie Yin were truly causing it harm! Coincidentally, they had stumbled upon the Measuring Heaven Ruler while seeking opportunities, and it had coincidentally become a formal member of the chat group at this very moment.
Its long-held desire had been fulfilled, and before it could even rejoice, it was being harshly criticized and berated by the magical artifacts in the group.
It had hoped to develop well within the chat group, perhaps to gain the attention of the mysterious group owner and ascend to the heavens.
Now, it seemed, the start was proving to be quite difficult!
Watching the righteous indignation of the magical artifacts in the group, Xu Fang felt a warmth in his heart.
He hadn't expected the magical artifacts in the group to place such importance on him, a commoner.
After all, they were unaware of his status as the group owner.
Looking at the mass lynching of the Seven Treasures Wonderful Tree, Xu Fang felt at ease.
With this wave of public opinion, the matter should be settled!