As for why Hong Yuanba didn't go, it was primarily because he still had to maintain order, not just inside and outside the Canghai Cave Heaven, but also the maritime order beyond the islands.
Such grand events were absolutely not allowed to be disrupted by the outer realm forces. Hong Yuanba, the second-grade East Sea General, had to personally oversee things.
In the past few years, the turmoil in the East Sea hadn't affected Hong Yuanba's position, as the level wasn't high enough, and the disturbances were quickly quelled afterward.
But if this grand event were attacked again, Hong Yuanba would have no choice but to resign in disgrace.
The news reached the Wind Breath Cloud Ship, where only three junior mansion officials were currently staying.
"Does a Self Sect's Minister of Agriculture who can manipulate Ten Thousand Skill Avatars violate the rules by participating in the Ten Thousand Beasts Competition?" Geng Shouchang looked at the reported information with interest.
