Emperor Yuankang's sudden and nearly successful attempt to take the War Soul Blood Flag from Ye Zhen had thoroughly infuriated the two powerhouses, Guo Qijing and Chu Taiping.
As a result, they did not give Emperor Yuankang any face, openly ignoring the royal banquet and the victory luncheon that Emperor Yuankang had painstakingly prepared.
Upon entering the Royal City, under the pretext of 'racing against time' to heal injuries sustained by the elders Zhongli Jing and Lik Shi, they led a group of Sect Elders and Members straight into the Refined House to receive treatment.
This healing process would require at least a full day, if not more.
Having thoroughly snubbed Emperor Yuankang, who had prepared for half a day, it served as a minor lesson.
With the two powerhouses, Guo Qijing and Chu Taiping, coming down hard, all the Sect Elders and Disciples strictly stayed within the Refined House, not having the slightest contact with anyone from the Royal Family.
Including Ye Zhen!
