367: uninvited guest

A warm sensation came from the jade-like small hand, and Oriental Huaiyu immediately felt as if she had found her backbone; her previously somewhat nervous mood instantly calmed down.

Her gaze swept over the many strong individuals of the Eastern Family present, and the numerous strong individuals below immediately felt immense pressure; even ordinary Supreme Realm experts could not make them feel such terrifying pressure.

On Oriental Huaiyu's forehead, the Qinghe imprint glowed faintly, which was Qingmu Yu's Imperial Origin helping Oriental Huaiyu control the power within her body.

Today's Oriental Huaiyu is not a Supreme, but she is better than a Supreme!

"People of the Eastern Family, listen to my command."

A clear and somewhat majestic voice sounded, and the prostrate individuals below trembled, responding respectfully in unison.

Although there were strong individuals among them, around them were five top-tier experts!

Behind them, Hongchen Supreme Ji Hongchen, cloaked in black and with his face covered, was actually standing by the door acting as a doorman...

And on the high platform, Su Meier and Luo Shuihan, two peerless beauties, stood quietly and obediently, one on each side of the White-Robed Man.

Standing by Mu Wuchen's hand was Oriental Huaiyu.

None of these individuals were ones that the people of the Eastern Family below could afford to offend!

Even with the Eastern Family's people long accustomed to high positions and having seen many storms, such a display still made them somewhat overwhelmed.

Seeing the many strong individuals of the Eastern Family bowing their heads, Oriental Huaiyu nodded and continued to speak.

"From now on, the entire Eastern Family will obey..."

"Obey Lord Mu's command. Do any of you have objections?"

Oriental Huaiyu almost blurted out the words "husband," but suddenly realized it might not be appropriate here, so she quickly changed her words.

Although she was considered a member of the Eastern Family, for her, the survival of the Eastern Family was not as important as even a tiny bit of Mu Wuchen...

However, at this moment, her stepping forward could better ensure the complete loyalty of the Eastern Family's people.

Now, the Eastern Family was in turmoil, with countless eyes fixed on it. If no one could stabilize the hearts of the people, it was even possible that they might be removed from the Eight Great Families in the near future!

And Oriental Huaiyu was clearly the best morale booster!

Mu Wuchen had no relation to the Eastern Family. Although he was confident he could forcefully control the Eastern Family.

But forced submission was ultimately not as good as their sincere surrender, which would make them willing to work for him.

The Eastern Family's influence in the Qianyan Immortal Domain was considerably higher than that of the Profound Weapon Pavilion, which only had an early Supreme Realm expert.

Upon hearing Oriental Huaiyu's words, the many people of the Eastern Family exchanged glances.

The former Grand Elder of the Eastern Family, Oriental Zhentian, whose cultivation had now fallen, suddenly trembled, took a step forward, and spoke loudly.

"The Eastern Family will obey Lord Mu's dispatch!"

"We will go through fire and water for Lord, without hesitation!"

The other people of the Eastern Family also quickly agreed, their expressions surprisingly changing from their previous dejection to even a hint of excitement and eagerness.

Many of these people had witnessed the battle not long ago. They all knew Oriental Huaiyu's true identity: she was a true Empress!

Working under an Empress was a great honor for them!

If they could receive some guidance from the Empress or obtain a fortune bestowed by her, their cultivation might even advance further!

Feeling the change in the demeanor of the Eastern Family's people below, Mu Wuchen knew his goal had been achieved.

After Mu Wuchen gave a few casual instructions, he dismissed the crowd below...

With the 'drawing of the pie' concluded, only Mu Wuchen and a few others remained in the main hall. Hongchen Supreme Ji Hongchen and the other people of the Eastern Family left the hall together, standing motionless outside the door, acting as guardians.

"Phew..."

At this moment, with no outsiders present, Oriental Huaiyu gently exhaled, placing a hand on her chest as she came to Mu Wuchen's side.

At this moment, she had shed her previous cold nobility and Empress's majesty, returning to her usual self, Huaiyu.

Compared to facing this group of Eastern Family members, she still preferred to stay in the System World...

Mu Wuchen gently waved his hand, and the Qinghe imprint on Oriental Huaiyu's forehead glowed faintly, as a faint green phantom slowly appeared.

Mu Wuchen casually pointed in front of him, and the struggle in the expression of the phantom formed by Qingmu Yu flashed and disappeared.

But after a slight hesitation, she still came before Mu Wuchen and knelt down...

However, at this moment, Qingmu Yu's eyes were somewhat flickering and evasive, and her body was a little unnatural.

Perhaps it was due to her being an Empress, and the shame of kneeling before a man for the first time, or perhaps it was the empathy she felt with Oriental Huaiyu not long ago...

Mu Wuchen observed the Empress kneeling before him, not daring to look at him, and nodded slightly.

When her "spirit" and body separated back then, she should not have known about the things her body did instinctively before.

Yet, her current demeanor proved that she had already let go of her former identity...

Mu Wuchen extended a hand, gently lifted Qingmu Yu's exquisite and flawless face, looked into her somewhat evasive eyes, and spoke calmly...

"Well done."

Just relying on Oriental Huaiyu at this moment, it would naturally have been impossible for her to easily control the Emperor's original power. Everything went so smoothly, naturally, with Qingmu Yu's help.

Mu Wuchen gently waved his hand, signaling Qingmu Yu to rise.

Qingmu Yu stood up somewhat reservedly, bowed slightly to Mu Wuchen again, and then vanished in the blink of an eye, returning to the Qinghe imprint on Oriental Huaiyu's forehead...

Mu Wuchen waved his hand, bringing Oriental Huaiyu into the System World.

The things she needed to do were almost complete; the rest could be left to the people of the Eastern Family...

"Excuse me, is Lord Mu still here?"

"I have something to report!"

A reserved and somewhat familiar voice sounded from outside the main hall. The person was none other than Oriental White, who had come here with him earlier...

"What is it?"

Ji Hongchen casually blocked Oriental White at the door, his voice devoid of any emotion.

Seeing the black-robed man blocking his way, Oriental White spoke with some trepidation, his words containing a hint of urgency.

"Lord, someone has come to the Eastern Family, and they are aggressive, seemingly with ill intentions..."

Just then, a white-robed figure suddenly landed at the doorway, followed by two more graceful figures who landed behind Mu Wuchen, standing obediently...

Mu Wuchen narrowed his eyes, looked at Oriental White, and slowly spoke.

"Oh? Who dares to come here to provoke?"

Feeling Mu Wuchen's sudden appearance, Oriental White bowed his head and spoke respectfully.

"Lord, it's the Zhongli family, the Han Family..."

As he spoke, Oriental White paused, and an expression of apprehension and fear appeared on his face.

"And people from the Nine Underworld Immortal Palace!"