Gou Zai Sect Beast Taming Longevity

Chapter 209 Checks and Balances

As the first rays of dawn illuminate the ancient city, all things come to life, and it's not just the animals that stir with life, but also the people.

"Hey, have you heard? Last night, someone actually saw traces of the Azure Luo Beast in Red Lake Mountain!"

"I heard that the Azure Luo Beast is weak from the previous capture and battle, and its fighting power is less than one-tenth of what it used to be."

At the foot of Honghu Mountain, a large crowd had gathered since last night, chattering and gathering in small groups.

"Those are the Huo family over there, and those are the Lin family. Neither of these families are local forces in Dongyang City, but their strength should not be underestimated."

"The leader of the group is their family head, and both of them are Foundation Establishment experts."

Yu Chang'ao stood next to Yu Changsheng, observing everyone out of the corner of his eye while introducing them to Yu Changsheng in a low voice.

"Oh?"

Yu Changsheng followed Yu Changao's gaze and saw that the Huo family members were in a group of about six people. The leader of the group, the Huo family patriarch, was a middle-aged man with long hair tied up at his waist. He had a faint murderous aura between his brows and was at the mid-Foundation Establishment stage. The other five people were all at the ninth level of Qi Refining.

On the other side, the Lin family also consisted of six people, led by their patriarch. Their composition was the same as the Huo family's, with the patriarch at the mid-Foundation Establishment stage and the rest at the late-Qi Refinement stage.

While Yu Changsheng was secretly observing the two families, the two heads of the families also noticed Yu Changsheng. After frowning slightly, they smiled at Yu Changsheng and nodded in greeting.

Yu Changsheng was slightly surprised, but he nodded back as a greeting.

"It seems these two guys aren't completely unaware of me; they're both paying attention."

Yu Changsheng seemed to be deep in thought. He turned his gaze to the other side, where the Tang family group was also present. Their patriarch, Tang He, led the group. After looking at Yu Changsheng, Tang He showed a gentle smile and appeared very amiable. He even took the initiative to come over.

"You must be Yu Changsheng. You are indeed a man of exceptional talent and outstanding ability. There may have been some misunderstandings before. If you have time, would you be willing to visit my residence?"

Tang He said gently, chuckling, and extended his hand to Yu Changsheng, showing no sign that the two had any past grievances.

Yu Changsheng inwardly sighed at how well the old man could put on an act, while returning a gentle smile and shaking hands with Tang He, saying with a smile:

"Master Tang, you are right. I have offended you in this matter, please forgive me. I will definitely visit you in person to apologize when I have the opportunity."

"Alright, then congratulations on your successful trip, young friend. If you need anything, please feel free to let me know."

Tang He smiled slightly, a deep meaning flashing in his eyes. After withdrawing his hand, he nodded slightly to Yu Changsheng again, then turned and returned to the group.

As he turned his head, a cold glint flashed in his eyes from an angle that Yu Changsheng couldn't see, and then disappeared in an instant.

"That guy is Yu Changsheng. The fact that Tang He, that old geezer, takes him so seriously means he's not simple."

In the distance, the heads of the Huo and Lin families huddled together, watching this scene with different expressions.

"He's just a kid. In my opinion, Tang He has become too complacent and has lost all his edge. He's not suitable for Dongyang City."

The Lin family patriarch curled his lip, showing slight disdain when he mentioned Tang He.

The Lin and Huo families, as outsiders in Dongyang City, actually have a closer relationship than others think, and they are both joining forces to fight against the behemoth that is the Tang family.

However, the Tang family is an old and established family in Dongyang City, with a long history. They are not easily swayed by these two families, and they can only barely maintain a balance of power.

After all, the Huo and Lin families combined only have four high-level Foundation Establishment combatants, while the Tang family already has three.

"That's not how it works. You know how shrewd that old man Tang He is. How could he possibly suffer a loss so easily?"

The head of the Huo family shook his head and slowly said, "This guy went to such lengths to spread news about the Azure Luo Beast, presumably to lure Yu Changsheng here."

"Despite harboring deep hatred, he can still act so calmly. I have to say, Tang He's shrewdness is truly remarkable. I am somewhat ashamed of myself for not being able to do it."

The head of the Huo family clicked his tongue in amazement, while the head of the Lin family also looked on with a strange expression.

"I've already inquired about him. This Yu Changsheng is no ordinary person. He's an inner disciple of the Myriad Manifestations Sect, a member of the Eight Thousand Heavenly Ladders, and he even killed Huang Suyu, a Foundation Establishment Stage 3 disciple of the Imperial Sword Peak..."

The head of the Huo family swallowed hard, and as he recalled the events, his eyes were filled with disbelief.

"Anyone who truly regards him as an ordinary Qi Refining disciple will likely suffer a great loss, which explains why Tang He is so prepared."

"Really?" Upon hearing this, the Lin family patriarch's pupils contracted, somewhat incredulous and secretly astonished.

"Yes, there won't be any mistakes. However, since Tang He dared to make a move, he must have been absolutely certain of success. This time, even if Yu Changsheng is amazing, it will only be a flash in the pan."

The head of the Huo family nodded, his brows furrowed, as if he were deep in thought.

"In that case, why don't we remind him? It might help us keep Tang He in check."

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A glint flashed in the eyes of the Lin family patriarch, who spoke in a low voice.

"No need." The head of the Huo family shook his head, a faint smile on his lips.

"The Myriad Manifestations Sect values ​​its inner disciples highly, especially since this kid's master seems to be no ordinary person."

"What if Yu Changsheng dies at the hands of the Tang family, and we happen to have evidence..."

"If this is reported to the Wanxiang Sect, will the Tang family still have a chance of survival?"

After saying this, the head of the Huo family turned to look at the head of the Lin family, who had suddenly realized something. The two looked at each other and smiled.

"So, Tang He thought he was invincible, but his little schemes have already been guessed. We don't need to care about Yu Changsheng. On the contrary, it would be a good thing if he really died at Tang He's hands."

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Yu Changsheng had no idea what the two family heads were thinking. At this moment, he looked at Tang He's back and then looked down at the hand he had shaken with him, and sneered inwardly.

"This guy, did he think he could leave marks on me without me noticing?"

Yu Changsheng shook his head inwardly, silently wiping his right hand that had held Tang He's, but without erasing the marks.

The purpose of these traces is very simple, only for tracking. They are very faint and most people would not be able to detect them. However, in front of Yu Changsheng's divine sense, which is comparable to that of a Golden Core cultivator, these little tricks naturally have nowhere to hide.

Besides the cultivators led by the three major families, this place has also attracted many independent cultivators who have come after hearing the news in recent days. Most of them are Qi Refining cultivators, and very few have reached Foundation Establishment.

Some of them were only at the low-level Foundation Establishment stage. The scene of Yu Changsheng shaking hands and talking with Tang He earlier had naturally fallen into their eyes, and without understanding why, they paid close attention to Yu Changsheng.

Only two of the Foundation Establishment cultivators had different expressions in their eyes, secretly sneering.

(End of this chapter)