Reaching the pinnacle from Doupo

Chapter 271 Seeing an old friend again, planning

"He has glimpsed the threshold of Semi-Saint, and he is indeed the Nine-Transformation Dou Zun." Lin Yuan nodded secretly.

This strength is just right as a partner! Jiuzhuan Douzun is strong enough to handle some open matters; not yet a half-saint, which means he will not be too strong in cooperation and there is room for negotiation.

Although Lin Yuan is not far from being a Dou Zun, and Xiao Yixian’s strength is also quite impressive, but in the land of Zhongzhou where powerful people abound... it is still not enough.

In order to deal with some special situations, he needs some trusted collaborators.

In Lin Yuan's opinion, Yao Lao was an excellent candidate. Although he could not be called an absolutely good person, he was trustworthy in terms of his character, strength, and alchemy skills.

Even if something unexpected happens in the future, Lin Yuan is not unable to control Yao Lao.

Given Yao Lao's loyal and righteous character, Feng Zun and Xiao Yan will always be his weak points, and Lin Yuan can control their strength.

The Douqi Continent is so cruel. The more sentimental a person is, the more weaknesses he or she has.

As for the Soul Palace, Lin Yuan does not intend to rely on it too much.

Although he has joined the Soul Palace, and the Soul Palace and his cheap master are powerful enough, but... they are not trustworthy and can only be used as a trump card as a last resort.

When dealing with many things, Lin Yuan would never ask the Soul Palace to help. In fact, in many cases, the Soul Palace was the object of his defense. For example, he would never let the Soul Palace know about the Dragon Phoenix Origin Fruit.

He and the Soul Palace are just taking what they need from each other and using each other. They are not completely the same kind of people.

He will not truly work for the Soul Palace, nor will he place too much hope on the Soul Palace.

While operating the identity of "Yuan Tianzun" in the underworld, he also operates the identity of "Genius Lin Yuan" in the white world. Playing both black and white, this is Lin Yuan's policy in Zhongzhou.

This is also the reason why Lin Yuan and Yao Lao never relied too much on their foresight advantage to exert extreme pressure in past transactions in order to obtain the greatest benefit, but only took appropriate benefits each time.

In short, it means "accumulating good character."

If you can use the good reputation you have accumulated once at a necessary moment in the future, you will make a lot of money.

Thinking of this, Lin Yuan smiled faintly and bowed to Yao Lao to congratulate him: "Congratulations, Senior Yao. It seems that it won't be long before your title will be promoted from Medicine Venerable to Medicine Saint!"

"Medicine Saint... I also hope so, but..."

Yao Lao smiled the same bitter smile as Xiao Yan: "Without the Bodhi Pill and the Dou Emperor's bloodline, how can it be so easy to become a saint? Even if you have experienced life and death and touched the threshold, you still need several years of hard work..."

There is only one step difference between a Half Saint and a Nine-turn Dou Zun, but it is a world of difference. Countless heroes are stuck at this step.

"It will take a few more years...to become a saint."

After getting the information he wanted, Lin Yuan's eyes flashed with a smile, and he chuckled and said, "Several years... is it a long time? Moreover, even if he has not yet become a saint, I am afraid that Senior Yao's strength is still not inferior to the three giants of Danta!"

"Haha, you're right... I was too greedy!" Yao Lao smiled suddenly, "It's already a great blessing to be able to return to the world!"

Only a few years after he awakened from the Bone Inflammation Ring, he had been successfully resurrected. Not only had he restored his previous cultivation level, he had also touched the threshold of the holy realm.

With such circumstances, what else could be less satisfying?
Taking a deep breath, Yao Lao looked at Lin Yuan quite gently.

Although the relationship between the two was mainly based on transactions and cooperation, Lin Yuan played a huge role in allowing him to revive in peak condition in such a short time… If it weren’t for him, the Soul Palace guardian of the Jia Ma Empire would probably have been his own death!
As for the things traded with Lin Yuan, compared with the favor of saving his life and resurrecting him, they are just a drop in the bucket.

A favor involving one's life is never so easy to clear...

Although it has always been said that they were in a transactional relationship, and although Lin Yuan had never mentioned any favors, now after his resurrection, Yao Lao knew in his heart that he still owed Lin Yuan a favor.

"Young man Lin, well... I won't thank you in words!"

With a deep sigh, Yao Lao took the Bone Spirit Cold Fire back into his body, then turned and walked out of the tower: "Let's go, Xiao Yan and Feng Xian are still waiting for me."

Lin Yuan smiled faintly and followed...

After walking out of the stone tower, Lin Yuan sensed an unexpected aura.

"This aura is his...interesting!"

After saying "I'm going to meet an old friend", Lin Yuan flashed away and left the stone tower, leaving the space to the three people from Xingyun Pavilion.

Upon seeing this, Yao Lao sensed something and said, "Oh? It's him. Why is he here?" A look of doubt appeared in his eyes, but he didn't care too much. He turned his head to look at Xiao Yan and Feng Zun who were coming forward, and a gentle smile appeared on his face.

"Yao Chen, was it successful?" Venerable Feng confirmed to Yao Lao, his voice sounding a little nervous.

"Don't worry, it was a complete success!" Yao Lao patted Yao Laoyou on the shoulder and said with emotion: "Feng Xian, you have worked so hard over the years!"

Hearing this, Venerable Feng's eyes flashed with ecstasy, and he murmured, "Finally..."

When Yao Lao saw this, he felt mixed emotions.

After his "death", Venerable Feng searched for the person on the mainland for decades, and even broke into the Soul Palace branch during that time...

Taking a deep breath, Master Feng calmed his excitement and said, "Old man, welcome to your resurrection." He hit Yao Lao's shoulder hard, and feeling the latter's living flesh and blood, the corners of his mouth slightly raised.

After my old friend went missing in an accident, this is the scene I have longed for for many years... Today, it has finally come true.

Xiao Yan, who was standing aside, sensed Yao Lao's vast aura and a relieved smile appeared on his face. As long as the teacher was there... nothing would be a problem!
"Mr. Ling, long time no see..."

While Yao Lao and the other two were enjoying a tender moment, Lin Yuan flashed to a bluestone and waved to the shadow under the bluestone.

Gu Xun'er, the guard, seems to like staying in the shadows...

"Friend Lin," a surprised voice came from the shadows. The next moment, Ling Ying flew out from the bluestone shadows and landed silently in front of Lin Yuan. "The person who was in seclusion in the stone tower with Medicine Master... is it you?"

"It's me." Lin Yuan nodded and looked at Ling Ying with interest. "Three-star Dou Zong, the progress of Senior's cultivation is very encouraging!"

“Haha! Thanks to the rewards from the clan, I can’t compare with you.” Ling Ying smiled modestly.

Now, he couldn’t see through Lin Yuan’s cultivation at all, and could only be sure that the latter was much stronger than himself.

"By the way, it's a good opportunity for you to be here..."

As if remembering something, he took out a letter and handed it to Lin Yuan: "This letter is written by the young lady to you. She wanted to ask Master Yao to pass it on, but now that we meet by chance, I will give it to you directly!" "A letter from Junior Sister Xun'er to me?" Lin Yuan raised his eyebrows slightly, with a hint of amusement in his eyes: "Interesting... Let me see!"

As he said that, he took the letter and opened it to read it.

Not long after, Lin Yuan put away the letter in his hand with some pain in his teeth, looked at Ling Ying helplessly, and said faintly: "Your young lady is really smart, she really knows how to find trouble for me!"

His feeling at this moment is just one sentence: You can't sit at home and the pot will come out of the sky.

With his current mood, if his strength did not allow it, he would have rushed into the ancient world and punched Gu Xun'er twice, making her cry and letting her know that finding someone to take the blame for her brother Xiao Yan... has a price!

Although the letter did not mention the word "Xiao" at all, and Lin Yuan did not know the specific details of the meeting, he had a bird's-eye view...

What is the attitude of the ancient clan towards the Xiao family? What is the attitude of the younger generation of the ancient clan towards Xiao Yan? Why did things develop to this point? Why did Gu Xun'er push herself out...

Lin Yuan could basically guess the answers to these questions by simply connecting them together.

After all, although the two of them did not communicate much and Gu Xun'er was not familiar with Lin Yuan, Lin Yuan was by no means unfamiliar with Gu Xun'er.

It can even be said that few people in this world understand this woman's situation and behavioral logic better than him.

This woman is not some naive young lady, but an outstanding woman with both kindness and wisdom. How could she "inadvertently" mention herself in the meeting of the ancient clan due to "momentary negligence" as stated in the letter?

Lin Yuan could conclude that Gu Xun'er was deliberately taking advantage of the ancient demon's defeat at her hands to push herself out and draw fire to Xiao Yan, who had not yet grown up.

After all, Xiao Yan is now a delicate flower who cannot withstand the storms from the ancient clan.

His current cultivation level is three-star Dou Wang, a Dou Wang powerhouse who is less than twenty years old. Even in the entire Zhongzhou, his level is considered to be extremely excellent.

However, among the ancient tribes, a twenty-year-old Dou Wang is not worth mentioning.

In the ancient clan, there were more people of Xiao Yan's age who could easily defeat him than could be counted on one hand. If they targeted Xiao Yan, even if they did not harm his life and only made some mild requests for "competition", it would greatly undermine Xiao Yan's confidence.

But this was something Gu Xun'er could not accept. To her, rather than seeing Xiao Yan shine brightly herself, she hoped to see him shine brightly.

My brother Xiao Yan was raped by a suitor from my own clan... I don’t want this kind of thing to happen!
As for the Ancient Clan, did they pay attention to Xiao Yan? Did they not pay enough attention to him? Did they realize the relationship between him and Xun'er...

It can only be said that Gu Xun'er's deep attitude towards Xiao Yan is quite famous in Canaan College.

And Gu Zhen is not the arrogant Ling Quan. Lin Yuan, who has come into contact with him, can almost conclude that with his wisdom and style, he will most likely make the top leaders of the Gu clan realize that Xun'er's feelings for Xiao Yan are not simple.

The fact that Gu Xun'er was forced to the point of offering a shield speaks volumes about herself.

Looking at Ling Ying's confused expression, Lin Yuan rubbed his forehead gently. It seemed that the incident happened recently.

"Mr. Ling, I did receive the letter."

Lin Yuan hesitated for a moment, then said seriously, "Please tell your young lady a message for me - Junior Sister Xun'er, I know your real intention, and I can follow your idea on this matter. But... remember, you owe me a big favor."

Things have developed to this point. There is no point in complaining any further. We can only think of ways to make up for the losses.

Hearing this, a hint of doubt flashed across Ling Ying's eyes, but he was very professional and didn't ask any questions. He cupped his hands and said, "I understand. I will convey this to the young lady!"

Lin Yuan nodded, tapping his forehead lightly with his fingers, and carefully considering the pros and cons of the matter.

The benefit is that he can get the favor from Gu Xun'er, which has considerable room for appreciation in the future.

In addition, while he was helping Xiao Yan to attract firepower, Xun'er and Yao Lao should have tacitly understood and given him some convenience.

The disadvantage, of course, is that he becomes the public enemy of Gu Xun'er's suitors, and also becomes famous in the ancient ancestral lineage too early.

Lin Yuan didn’t care too much about the young talents of the ancient clan. Judging from the level of the ancient monsters, their current strength level... was quite average!
The trouble is that there are some old guys in the ancient clan who have no sense of martial ethics... Although the ancient clan is also quite respectable, if the younger generation is defeated too badly, we cannot rule out the possibility that some of them will do something desperate.

Lin Yuan's personality is such that he would not rely on the noble character of others for his own safety, so he would prepare in advance.

Taking a deep breath, Lin Yuan took stock of ways to protect himself.

At present, both of his identities have a certain deterrent effect, but they also have considerable flaws.

Firstly, his identity as a student of Canaan Academy would allow him to obtain the protection of Mang Tian Chi, but it was hard to say how much effect the protection of a half-saint of the Thunder Clan could have. Secondly, his identity as a disciple of Hun Xuzi was certainly enough, but it was not the time to reveal his identity.

"It seems that I have to go to Danta to get the status of an elder!" Lin Yuan made a decision in his mind.

Danta is a serious Dousheng-level force and enjoys a very high reputation among alchemists. The identity of Danta's elder can make the people of the ancient clan more cautious.

"Since we are going to join Danta..." Lin Yuan pondered the next move: "The relationship between the Ye family in Danyu will be useful, so we need to put it into operation."

"What a pity... If the Alchemy Conference could be held immediately, there would be no need for such trouble! The champion of the Alchemy Conference can become a candidate for the top players, and I also have the ability to win the championship, but the Alchemy Conference is still six years away!"

Thinking of this, a trace of helplessness flashed in his eyes, and he was thinking about the specific matters of joining Danta.

At this moment, the space moved slightly, and Yao Lao's figure suddenly appeared beside the two of them.

"Long time no see, Lingying." Yao Lao looked at Lingying, whom he had not seen for a long time, and chuckled, "I heard from Xiao Yanzi that you wanted to see me for something. Was it Miss Xun'er who asked you to come?"

"Greetings, Senior Yao Zun!" Looking at Yao Lao who had recovered his physical body, Ling Ying bowed quickly.

"This letter was given to me by the young lady. In addition, there is another letter that the young lady wanted to pass on to Mr. Lin. However, since he is here, I just gave it to him directly..."

As he spoke, Ling Ying took out a letter from his storage ring and handed it to Yao Lao.

"Is it the letter from that girl...or is it addressed to me and Lin?" A hint of curiosity flashed in Yao Lao's eyes, and he immediately took the letter and began to read it.

"So that's how it is. It's not easy for her either!" With a sigh, Yao Lao put away the letter.

"Ling Ying, tell your young lady... Xiao Yanzi is my disciple. I will protect him well. I have already made arrangements for the follow-up. Don't worry!"

"Yes, Senior Yao Zun!" Ling Ying said in a deep voice.

(End of this chapter)