The Parliament, the Price, and the People's Hearts (2)

This time, concerning matters of safety and wealth, the council members quickly reached a consensus.

...

On an island on the outer edge of the Starshine Islands, Ji Chen stood on a high ground, gazing at the islands arranged like a chessboard.

Behind him was a group of Ocean Crown's heroes, and not far away, thousands of heavily armed troops stood like statues on the sea, waiting for the Lord's command.

Soon enough, a figure appeared in the distance, speeding across the sea's surface. When it reached the island's edge, it leaped lightly, creating a few splashes as it landed gracefully and then walked over.

The masked woman removed her mask, revealing a face that could enchant the world.

This person was Alice.

After departing from the council hall in Starshine City, she quickly returned to this place. Once she had regained her composure to some extent, she began to speak.

"Lord, they have refused."