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Chapter 86 Hiding as a Talent in the Blood Refining Hall

"That guy, he messed up at the crucial moment!" Old Man Nian muttered in dissatisfaction, but didn't pay much attention to it: "Never mind, let's not wait for him, let's get down to business first."

"We just received confirmation that the Blood Fiend Sect next door seems determined to attack us. We've gathered everyone here today to discuss how to respond!"

Just as Elder Nian began to give instructions, Xiao Yicai, disguised as an ordinary disciple of the Blood Refining Hall, also began to observe the situation of the Blood Refining Hall.

This was the first time he had seen the Blood Refining Hall gather its disciples on such a large scale since he began his undercover work. For him, this was an excellent opportunity to ascertain the strength of the Blood Refining Hall.

But what they found out was shocking – not because it was strong, but because it was so incredibly weak.

Apart from the eldest hall master, whose cultivation level is roughly at the eighth level of the Jade Purity Realm, making him a worthy opponent to be taken seriously, the so-called three elders, Lady Qu and Liu Hao, have unstable auras and mixed magical power. At most, they are only at the sixth or seventh level of the Jade Purity Realm. Within the Qingyun Sect, even outstanding disciples from various branches may not be able to match their cultivation level.

Although he hadn't met the Wild Dog Taoist yet, he could glean from the slightest clues that he couldn't be much stronger.

The remaining ninety-odd ordinary disciples were even worse. The highest cultivation level was only the third level of the Jade Purity Realm, and they couldn't even control objects. They could only be considered mediocre soldiers with some knowledge of magic.

Xiao Yicai was filled with a sense of absurdity. That's it?

He wasn't exaggerating; he could easily defeat this place with Qi Hao from Longshou Peak and Song Daren from Dazhu Peak.

Fortunately, when his master, Dao Xuan Zhenren, heard that the Blood Refining Hall was to be revitalized, he thought that the Demonic Sect had produced some extraordinary hero, so he hurriedly sent him to infiltrate and investigate.

After calming himself down, Xiao Yi suppressed the absurdity in his heart and remained calm.

In any case, the Blood Refining Hall is also a legacy left by the ruthless old man. What if there are secrets he doesn't know about? We can't be careless.

Just then, another beam of light shot in from outside the hall and landed in front of the disciples, revealing two figures.

The first man, short, stocky, and ugly, wielding a club with fangs, was none other than the Wild Dog Taoist, who had arrived late.

And the person following behind him...

Xiao Yicai's brow twitched. Why did that back view look so familiar?

Just then, he saw the young man following behind the Wild Dog Taoist, who seemed quite curious about the gloomy and grand scene of the Blood Refining Hall's headquarters, turn his head curiously and scan the hall. The two men's eyes met in mid-air.

Xiao Yicai: "!!!"

not good!

……

On the skeleton chair, the eldest brother, with his single eye, glanced at Russell following behind Wild Dog Taoist, and immediately became wary: "Wild Dog, who is this person?"

It's no wonder he was so paranoid; the person in front of him, his appearance, his demeanor—he just didn't seem like someone from their line of work.

But if you say they are righteous defenders, they don't seem like it. How could a spy be so blatant, as if they don't take them seriously at all?

Wild Dog Taoist proudly puffed out his not-so-broad chest: "Boss, this is my new little brother, Luo Xiaobu."

"Can you trust me?" The eldest brother narrowed his one eye and pressed for an answer.

"Trustworthy".

"...Alright." Seeing that Wild Dog Taoist was so convinced, Elder Nian had nothing more to say, since their Blood Refining Hall was short of people.

Putting everything else aside, just look at the hundred or so people in this hall. Nearly half of them are rogue cultivators and wanderers who have been swindled, coerced, and lured from all over by these leaders. One more or one less Luo Su would not make a difference, and they don't have time to investigate their backgrounds right now.

"Boss, what were you guys talking about just now? Did those bastards from the Blood Fiend Sect come to cause trouble again?" Wild Dog Taoist breathed a sigh of relief when he saw that Boss Nian was no longer asking questions, and quickly changed the subject.

"That's right," the eldest nodded heavily, a fierce glint in his single eye: "Old Monster You is courting death. It's no use for us to keep hiding like this."

The Blood Fiend Sect is not a large sect. The number of its disciples is about the same as that of the current Blood Refining Hall. The two sects have overlapping territories, so there are naturally many frictions between their disciples.

Originally, things were fine. The Blood Refining Hall was in the development stage and didn't pay much attention to the Blood Fiend Sect's entanglements. Now that everything in the Blood Refining Hall is on track, it's time to clear out these small sects around us. The Blood Fiend Sect just happened to be looking for trouble again, so we might as well take this opportunity to wipe them out in one fell swoop.

When the big shots were outlining their strategies and tactics, the underlings naturally had no say. One or two of them would either stand there blankly, eyes downcast, or couldn't help but look around curiously.

The latter are represented by Russell and Xiao Yicai, and Xiao Yicai is currently completely numb.

He had just told them not to act rashly, and then he saw them in the main hall of the Blood Refining Hall. Was that really necessary?

Fortunately, Russell didn't seem to have any intention of exposing him. Even with Dao Xuan's life-saving measures, he would still have to go through a lot to get out of here.

After a long while, Elder Nian and Madam Qu finalized the general plan and instructed the disciples to prepare. They would all set out three days later, while the elders had other matters to discuss.

Taking advantage of the fact that the Wild Dog Taoist was being held back by Elder Nian, Xiao Yi quickly moved closer to Russell and asked in a low voice, "What's going on? Didn't I tell you to wait for me on the mountain?"

"Isn't it just a coincidence? You just left and this wild dog Taoist arrived. I practically wore myself out trying to persuade him," Russell said, sounding somewhat aggrieved.

"well……"

Upon hearing this, Xiao Yicai rubbed his temples. He certainly wouldn't believe it if anyone else said that, but Russell had encountered Wild Dog Taoist.

How to put it? He infiltrated through the Wild Dog Taoist's connections, and it was surprisingly easy for him.

"Alright, but you need to be careful from now on. There are many members of the Demonic Sect here. If we are exposed, I won't be able to protect myself, let alone you." Xiao Yicai earnestly instructed Luo Su. However, for some reason, he felt a sense of unease whenever he saw Luo Su, as if he might suddenly give him a big surprise.

"Don't worry about that," Russell patted his chest again, confidently stating, "I have connections."

"Someone's here?" Xiao Yicai's small head was full of questions. Didn't you just sneak in?

Before he could think it through, the Wild Dog Taoist had already strode over.

"Elder," Xiao Yicai hurriedly bowed respectfully.

Wild Dog Taoist grunted, his gaze shifting between Xiao Yicai and Russell, before gruffly ordering, "How did you two end up together? But it's perfect timing. Little Zhou, I'll leave Little Bu to you for now. Show him around and make sure he doesn't accidentally trigger any restrictions."

He paused, then waved his fanged club at Xiao Yicai, emphasizing, "Let me remind you, Xiao Bu is my own brother. From now on, you must treat him with the same respect you would show me, understand?"

Xiao Yicai's lips twitched almost imperceptibly, and he lowered his head to reply, "Yes, I understand."

Wild Dog Taoist nodded in satisfaction, patted Russell on the shoulder, and then turned and left.

Xiao Yicai stood there, looking at the back of the Wild Dog Taoist, and then at Russell beside him with his innocent face, feeling a little dazed.

This isn't right!

How did Russell manage to rise to such a high position so quickly after joining the company?

What does it mean if he works himself to death like a beast of burden for the past month?