My low-key cultivation of immortality was discovered by the emperor in my diary.

The Great Xia Dynasty boasts a vast territory, magnificent mountains and rivers, and a powerful national strength, making it stand out among its peers.

With numerous neighboring countries, even the slightest disturbance in the Great Xia could stir the hearts of people from all directions.

Whether it was the sudden downfall of the four kings and eight dukes, or the humiliating surrender of the Rong army, the news reached the ears of the rulers of the surrounding countries at an extremely fast pace.

Do you remember how powerful the four kings and eight dukes were in the past, wielding immense power and commanding large armies? Now, however, they have all vanished like smoke.

The Rong tribe's army, which once ran rampant and arrogant, has now crumbled and is now subservient. All sorts of rumors are spreading throughout the land.

Small countries like Nanli, located in remote areas with meager national strength, were filled with fear and unease upon hearing the news, just like frightened birds.

They feared that the Great Xia acted too swiftly, and after eliminating their greatest threat, it would suddenly turn its attention to the surrounding smaller countries, with Nanli likely to be the first to be affected.

The entire nation was gripped by fear and unease.

The king had no choice but to summon his ministers and anxiously asked for a solution: "My dear ministers, what should we do about Nanli?"

An elderly minister with white hair and beard stepped out of the ranks. His gaze was firm, and he said in a deep voice, “Your Majesty, although the Great Xia is strong, our Southern Li has no enmity with it. As the ancients said, ‘befriend distant states and attack nearby ones.’ I believe that our Southern Li should take the initiative to strengthen its relations with the Great Xia and offer rare and precious treasures to show our country’s sincerity. In this way, we may be able to maintain peace for a time.”

Another young general stepped forward and said excitedly, "Your Majesty, although Nanli is small, it has its pride. I believe that Nanli should immediately strengthen its border defenses, reorganize its military equipment, and raise its vigilance to prevent any unforeseen actions from Great Xia."

The king nodded, understanding that regardless of Great Xia's intentions, they had to be prepared for any unforeseen events.

Far from conflict, the Great Brahma Kingdom has revered Buddhism since ancient times. Monks practice and attain enlightenment in this pure land, living in harmony with the world.

Although the monks of the Great Brahma Kingdom had heard of the rise and fall of the Great Xia Dynasty, they were not overly worried, believing that the Great Xia Dynasty would be unable to cross thousands of mountains and rivers to disturb this pure land far from the hustle and bustle of the world.

However, many monks were still quite moved by the various rumors surrounding the Great Xia Kingdom.

In particular, Chu Lengyu, the new Grand Preceptor of the Great Xia Dynasty, once said in court that gods, immortals, demons, and monsters all truly exist.

What about "Buddha"?

The monks discussed this extensively, each expressing their own opinions.

Some believe that Chu Lengyu's words are nonsense and not credible; others feel that although his words are shocking, the fact that the demons are real makes the Buddhist teachings even more valuable.

Ultimately, the respected elders discussed and decided to send an envoy, carrying Buddhist scriptures and treasures, to the capital of the Great Xia Kingdom to discuss the Dao.

They hoped to take this opportunity to let the people of Daxia understand the true meaning of Buddhism, open up a new path for the spread of Buddhism in Daxia, and allow more people to bask in the glory of Buddhism.

Meanwhile, among the neighboring countries of Great Xia, Great Qian Kingdom is the one that pays the most attention to the dynamics of Great Xia.

The Great Qian Kingdom is second only to the Great Xia Kingdom in strength, and it has always been openly and covertly competing with the Great Xia Kingdom.

Therefore, its ruler and ministers have always paid close attention to the actions of the Great Xia, fearing that the slightest negligence would cause them to lose the initiative.

With the sudden change in the Great Xia Dynasty and the emergence of a new situation, the Great Qian Dynasty dispatched spies to conduct in-depth investigations, striving to have a clear understanding of all the intelligence.

Once the matter was investigated and the news was relayed back, the faces of the emperor and his ministers of the Great Qian Dynasty all showed solemn expressions.

The events described in that intelligence report were like something out of a fairy tale, making it hard to believe.

A woman possesses power surpassing that of ghosts and gods, overturning common sense and understanding of the world.

Her extraordinary power forced them to take her seriously.

Amidst the changing winds, the various nations reacted differently, but they were all undoubtedly watching the actions of the Great Xia.

As these rumors spread, Chu Lengyu's name gradually became known throughout the various kingdoms, making him a figure both feared and highly intrigued.

As the year draws to a close, various countries are sending delegations to the capital of the Great Xia Kingdom, Shenjing.

Each mission carries a different mission and purpose; some seek self-preservation, while others have ulterior motives.

In Nanli Kingdom, a small southern country bordering Daxia, the king was well aware of his delicate situation, and therefore attached great importance to this mission.

Before their departure, the king personally received the delegation and saw them off, saying earnestly, "Your mission carries great responsibility; you must act with utmost caution."

The envoy from Nanli bowed and accepted the order, replying, "Your Majesty, rest assured, we will certainly not fail in our mission."

The delegation's decorations were very characteristic of Nanli, with horses draped in colorful silks and carriages inlaid with gold, silver and gemstones, gleaming brightly.

And so, the ornately decorated carriage slowly drove out of the country.

The delegation from the Great Brahma Kingdom consisted of a group of eminent monks.

They wore robes, held prayer beads, and silently recited scriptures as they walked along the mountain path.

The elderly monk leading the group had a kind face. He stopped and turned to the young monks behind him, saying, "Although this journey is long and arduous, it is all worthwhile in order to spread Buddhism to Great Xia."

Upon hearing this, the young monks nodded in unison, their eyes resolute, and declared: "To spread the Dharma widely and deliver all sentient beings from suffering!"

The delegation from the Great Qian Kingdom was escorted by an elite cavalry force.

The leader, clad in armor, wielding a long spear, and riding a tall horse, exuded heroic spirit and imposing presence.

"set off!"

At the leader's command, the cavalrymen spurred their horses forward, the thunderous hooves kicking up clouds of dust as they embarked on their journey amidst the sound of horns.

The delegations from various countries, whether traveling by carriage, on foot, or galloping on horseback, all headed towards the capital city.