bookbashuk Chapter 93 of the First Person
Chapter 93 of the First Person
Zang Xin watched Hu's hurried figure and smiled, "If only our Tang Clan were all like Old Hu!"
Just as Zang Xin was reflecting, his soul-guided communicator suddenly rang. He looked at the annotation on it, his brow furrowing. Why was Yun Ming calling him?
He answered the phone, and Yun Ming's voice immediately rang out: "Zang Xin! I've already had the money transferred to your account to cover the losses your Tang Clan suffered this time. I'm truly sorry."
"It's alright! But Yunming, you really need to keep a close eye on Long Yeyue. Chen Xinjie is now determined to make trouble for Shrek Academy. This matter has escalated too much. We must now work with the Federation to find a way to stop him. Our Tang Clan can't afford Chen Xinjie to keep causing trouble like this."
Yun Ming, who was far away at Shrek Academy, nodded in agreement with Zang Xin's statement. After exchanging a few more words, the two hung up their soul communication devices.
Yun Ming got up and went to the window, gazing at the beautiful Sea God Lake outside. He pondered how to deliver a swift and decisive blow to Chen Xinjie.
Since Chen Xinjie dared to attack the Tang Clan this time, he might also secretly sabotage Shrek Academy next time.
Since that's the case, they'll definitely retaliate. He doesn't believe everyone in the Eight Legions will blindly follow his lead. Chen Xinjie's actions this time have certainly caused dissatisfaction among many, they just haven't shown it yet.
But if someone starts it, Yunming believes they will definitely work together in secret to make Chen Xinjie unhappy.
However, the Blood God Legion of the Sea God Legion was unwilling to get involved in these disputes on the mainland. Yu Guanzhi of the Central Legion was an old fox, and it was simply impossible for him to take the lead.
Dong Zian of the Western Legion is a staunch ally of the Spirit Pagoda, and they certainly won't listen to Shrek Academy's advice. On the contrary, they'd love for them to fight Chen Xinjie.
The Southern Legion's relationship with the academy has also been strained in the past two years, and they have now sided with the Spirit Tower. They would certainly welcome the start of the conflict between Shrek Academy and Chen Xinjie.
The other legions were far weaker than the ones above. Thinking of this, Yun Ming's headache returned.
If his master hadn't married that scoundrel Long Yeyue back then, none of this mess would have happened, and the relationship between the Spirit Pagoda and Shrek Academy wouldn't have deteriorated to this extent.
They wouldn't be so isolated and helpless now, struggling to find even an ally.
"Long Yeyue has caused us Shrek Academy a great deal of harm!"
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Xingluo Continent
Yuan Enzhen, who was handling his affairs, suddenly narrowed his eyes, a look of joy appearing on his face. After so many years, he had finally broken through. His old bones could finally rest for a while.
Suddenly, a spatial rift appeared in front of Yuanen Zhentian, and Zhang Geyang walked out with a grin.
"Senior Zhentian, it's been a long time!"
Seeing Zhang Geyang's beaming smile, Yuan Enzhen knew that the other had broken through. He clasped his hands in congratulations and said, "Congratulations, Geyang, on breaking through your limits and fulfilling your long-cherished wish!"
"Hehehe! Not at all! I still have to thank Senior Yuanen for guarding the Spirit Transmission Tower. Otherwise, I wouldn't dare to go into seclusion so peacefully. Senior Yuanen's kindness is beyond words. I, Zhang Geyang, will remember your kindness."
Zhang Geyang bowed respectfully to Yuanen Zhentian. He was very grateful to Yuanen Zhentian of the Qian Gu Dong Feng Sect for guarding the area. Otherwise, he wouldn't have dared to go into seclusion for so long.
Although the Spirit Pagoda maintained a harmonious relationship with the Star Luo Royal Family, Zhang Geyang remained secretly wary of them. If it weren't for Yuan Enzhentian's presence and Leng Yaozhu and Han Tianyi's occasional visits, the old dragon Enci might have been the first to become restless.
"It's nothing! We're all from the Spirit Pagoda, helping each other is only natural. Old Han happens to be here too, so I had him come over."
Zhang Geyang was surprised to hear that Han Tianyi was also there, but he nodded nonetheless. After all, he had finally broken through to the Limit Douluo level, so it wouldn't be right not to show off a little.
Before long, Han Tianyi heard that Zhang Geyang had broken through to his limit, so he rushed over.
Upon arriving at the Tower Master's office, seeing Zhang Geyang, who looked completely different, he nodded: "Great! Now that you've broken through your limits, Geyang, the strength of our Spirit Pagoda has increased even further. Congratulations!"
"Thank you, Elder Han!" Zhang Geyang bowed to Han Tianyi, feeling refreshed and invigorated. That's it! That's exactly how it feels!
To celebrate his hard-won breakthrough, Zhang Geyang specially took out the friend's gift from the Star Luo Noble: Dragon Blood Wine brewed with the blood of a true dragon.
Yuan Enzhen ordered the kitchen to prepare several more hearty dishes, and the three of them began to drink.
"Sigh! Where are Tian Dang and Tian Shang? Senior Zhen Tian invited them to drink together! This quality of dragon blood wine is extremely precious. If it weren't to celebrate my breakthrough to the limit, I usually wouldn't be willing to drink it."
“Tian Shang is in seclusion, breaking through his cultivation. Tian Dang is on a mission outside. I appreciate your thoughtfulness on their behalf.” Yuan Enzhentian’s face also lit up when he mentioned his two sons.
Since arriving on the Star Luo Continent, the Yuanen clan has prospered. Many clansmen have seen their cultivation levels improve. Moreover, due to their status as members of the Spirit Transmission Tower, many local nobles voluntarily contribute "friendship fees."
Their Yuanen clan is no longer the poor people they once were, unable to even afford a three-word battle armor.
"That's alright! I'll set aside some wine later! Senior Zhentian, you can take some over for them to try and have some fun together."
As Zhang Geyang spoke, he took out two small bottles and poured dragon blood wine into them.
"Thank you so much, Ge Yang!"
"It's alright, it's alright. I finally broke through to the Limit Douluo level, let's all have some fun together."
Chapter 178 Hu Jie Arrives in Xingluo
"Speaking of which, why did Elder Han suddenly come to the Star Luo Continent this time?"
After a few rounds of drinks, Zhang Geyang looked curiously at Han Tianyi across from him. Han Tianyi usually lived at the Spirit Pagoda headquarters. His daily routine consisted of cultivation, researching soul beast knowledge and his own secret techniques. A typical homebody.
It wasn't until the Body Sect was rebuilt that he stopped staying in the Spirit Transmission Tower so often. Whenever he had enough time, he would return to the Body Sect to see how the sect was doing.
Upon hearing Zhang Geyang's question, Yuan Enzhentian and Han Tianyi burst into laughter at the same time.
Han Tianyi poured himself another cup of dragon blood wine, and after tasting it, he slowly said, "I'm here waiting for someone. If this cooperation succeeds, our Spirit Pagoda will truly have no rivals in the Star Luo Continent."
"Wow! Who is this amazing person, and how powerful is he that he can make our Spirit Pagoda invincible in Star Luo?" Zhang Geyang's curiosity was piqued by Han Tianyi's words.
Among the three major powers of the Star Luo Continent, the Spirit Pagoda's strength far surpasses that of the Star Luo Royal Family and the Tang Sect. However, to be invincible on the Star Luo Continent, the Star Luo Royal Family would have to completely side with the Spirit Pagoda.
But based on Zhang Geyang's understanding of them, he knew that neither of the two major powers of the Star Luo royal family wanted to offend them. Or perhaps their staunch ally, the Xuanming Sect, was about to establish a presence on the Star Luo Continent.
However, the Xuanming Sect's businesses were not suitable for extending into the Star Luo Continent. Zhang Geyang thought of several forces, but after careful consideration, none of them were appropriate. He couldn't very well have the Tang Sect as a traitor and simply sell out the Tang Sect to cooperate with their Spirit Pagoda.
Thinking of this, Zhang Geyang laughed at himself. He must have gone mad from cultivating too much; how could he have such a dream—that the Tang Clan would betray them?
“Speaking of which! Why are dragon-type martial souls so prevalent on the Star Luo Continent? I’ve discovered that many families here have dragon-type martial souls as their inherited possessions! It’s truly a place where dragon-blooded martial souls are everywhere, and sub-dragon martial souls are as common as dogs.” Yuanen Zhentian took a sip of dragon blood wine and looked at Zhang Geyang with a sudden thought.
"Dragon-type martial souls? Hey! According to our Spirit Pagoda's investigation, the ancestors of the dragon-type martial soul families on the Star Luo Continent were originally inhabitants of this place several generations ago. I don't know why, but many of those original inhabitants had dragon-type martial souls. It's probably due to the influence of the environment."
I heard that this continent used to be teeming with dragon-type spirit beasts, which is why there's so much dragon blood wine. This stuff is incredibly hard to get in Douluo Continent; it's only found on Star Luo Continent!
At this point, Zhang Geyang looked at Han Tianyi: "Elder Han once brought people here to investigate. But our Spirit Pagoda searched the entire Star Luo Continent and found nothing of value. The only place we found, Dragon Valley, was discovered by the Tang Sect first."
"Just as Ge Yang said, back then we basically turned over everything we could except those minor planes. The martial spirits here are far beyond our imagination. The prevalence of dragon-type martial spirits here is partly due to favorable timing and location."
"Tsk! This dragon blood wine is a good thing, it nourishes the blood and strengthens the body. I'll send a couple of bottles back to my Ye Hui in a while."
"I still have a few bottles of aged wine here. I'll send two bottles to Chenran as well. The two kids are living together now, so I'll give them to them together as a congratulatory gift from their uncle."
"Tsk! What kind of gift is this! The two kids are still so young, it's too early." Yuan Enzhen waved his hand with a smile.
Zhang Geyang and Han Tianyi both laughed heartily. Amidst their conversation, Han Tianyi's soul-guided communicator suddenly rang. He glanced at the contact name above, a slight smile playing on his lips. Finally here!
"Let's wait a little longer. The person we were talking about has arrived. He'll come to find us when we get to the dock."
Han Tianyi's words immediately piqued Zhang Geyang's curiosity. He was now very curious about what abilities the other party possessed that could help their Spirit Pagoda roam freely across the Star Luo Continent.
On the sea some distance from the Star Luo Continent.
Achoo! On a speeding yacht, Hu Jie, who was at the helm, suddenly sneezed. He rubbed his nose and looked intently toward the Star Luo Continent.
It must be his group of noble friends who knew he was coming and were thinking of him. With that thought, Hu Jie continued to pour his soul power into the yacht, which transformed into a black shadow and sped away into the distance.
Tonight I'll meet up with my uncle, and tomorrow I'll begin his great undertaking to revive the Body Sect.
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Star Luo Empire Spirit Tower Branch
Zhang Geyang's eyes widened in disbelief as he stared at Hu Jie, who was sitting at the dining table, eating and drinking without any restraint. He felt as if he were hallucinating from being locked up.
"Wait a minute before you eat! Have you come to the wrong place? This is the Spirit Pagoda, not your Tang Sect."
A hint of satisfaction flashed across Hu Jie's face as he looked at the braised pork knuckle that Han Tianyi had specially ordered from the kitchen: "What wrong place! I came to the Spirit Pagoda."
Upon smelling a familiar aroma of wine, Hu Jie's eyes suddenly lit up: "That's a familiar smell! Dragon Blood Wine! This is good stuff! Come on, Lao Zhang, pour me some."
Seeing the wine glass Hu Jie extended, Zhang Geyang was stunned by the scene before him and didn't react for a moment. He poured Hu Jie a glass of dragon blood wine directly.
Smelling the aroma of the wine in his glass, Hu Jie's eyes flashed with a hint of intoxication: "This taste is truly rare! Uncle-Master, you're living a really good life here."
Han Tianyi's eyes twitched as she looked at Hu Jie, who was eating and drinking without any manners. Her left hand, veins bulging, gave Hu Jie a sharp rap on the head.
"Look at you! You have no manners when sitting or eating. You've completely disgraced our Body Sect."
"Hey! Uncle-Master, why are you hitting me so hard? I haven't been eating or sleeping well in order to get to the Star Luo Continent as soon as possible. I finally get to have a decent meal, why are you hitting me? There are no outsiders here."
"Uncle-Master? You didn't betray the Body Sect!" Zhang Geyang looked at Hu Jie in shock after hearing their conversation.
"What betrayal of the Body Sect? When have I, Hu Jie, ever betrayed the Body Sect?"
"If you haven't betrayed the Body Sect, why did you join the Tang Sect!"
"I was out for a walk when the Tang Clan dragged me in. I had no choice."
Hearing Hu Jietian's shameless remarks, Zhang Geyang couldn't help but burst into laughter. This was truly hilarious!
The fact that Tang Clan's third-in-command was a traitor made Zhang Geyang feel refreshed. He imagined the expressions on the faces of the Tang Clan members if they knew his house was haunted.
"Come on! Brother Hu, let's keep drinking! Let's leave our past conflicts behind."
"Of course! Come on! Uncle-Master, Senior Zhentian, please sit down. Let's drink and chat."
At Hu Jie's invitation, Han Tianyi and Yuanen Zhentian also sat down. They were both very curious about what Tang Sect's plan was this time, that they had even sent Hu Jie, the third-in-command.
"What! The Tang Clan is going to sell medicine in the Star Luo Continent now. And fake medicine at that." Zhang Geyang looked at Hu Jie with a strange expression, wondering if he had misheard.
How did the terms "fake medicine" and "Tang Clan" end up together? The Tang Clan's business has expanded far beyond that.
Yuan Enzhen was also surprised by Tang Sect's decision. Only Han Tianyi nodded thoughtfully.
Medicine, medicinal herbs, and the Yin-Yang Well of Ice and Fire! It seems the Tang Clan is preparing to shift its focus to those areas.
"Can selling medicine make as much money as you guys dealing in weapons?" Hu Jie shook his head confidently when he heard Zhang Geyang's question.
Chapter 179 Dai Tianling, Drenched in Sweat
"Isn't arms trafficking already banned by the Federation? But they can't just abandon such a huge market in Xingluo, so the Tang Sect has chosen to sell counterfeit medicine. And don't underestimate the profits from these medicines."
With Hu Jie's explanation, the three understood Tang Sect's plan. If the Star Luo Royal Family wanted Tang Sect's support, they had to patronize Tang Sect's business.
Although the Tang Clan no longer sells weapons to them, it's important to remember that the Tang Clan is one of the two strongest supporters of the Federation's doves. Based on this alone, the Star Luo Royal Family will certainly support the Tang Clan's business.
Since the Tang Clan dared to sell medicine in the Star Luo Continent, they must have had full confidence in their products.
As Zhang Geyang played with the medicine Hu Jie had taken out, he was also amazed by Tang Clan's next plan.
Instead of constantly haggling with the royal family over a few words, the Tang Sect is now setting its sights on the entire Star Luo Continent.