Gou Zai Sect Beast Taming Longevity

Chapter 282 The Royal Family Arrives

Wuzhou, Yangcheng, Yang Mansion.

"Brother Yang, what brings you here from so far away?"

Inside the main hall of the Yang family mansion, Yang Pengju sat upright, personally greeting the visitors and brewing them a pot of tea. Upon hearing this, he smiled slightly.

"What's wrong? Old friend, it's been so long! You've missed me terribly, but we can't meet? Brother Jiang, although you have the vast Spirit Dragon Sect to worry about, you can still spare some time."

The person who arrived was none other than Jiang Tiancheng, the sect leader of the Linglong Sect.

Jiang Tiancheng fell silent for a moment, frowning as he looked at Yang Pengju. Suddenly, he sighed softly, shook his head after a long while, and said in a low voice, "Since it was you, Brother Yang, who invited me, there is no reason not to come. Indeed, it has been a long time since we last met."

Jiang Tiancheng paused for a moment, then looked up, a hint of guilt on his face. He took out a storage bag and handed it to Yang Pengju, saying apologetically:

"I am deeply saddened by Cheng Xu's death. As a talented disciple of my Linglong Sect, it is my dereliction of duty that I failed to protect him. Mu Yongxian has already been punished by me. This is some compensation from the sect and myself. Please take a look and accept it."

After saying that, Jiang Tiancheng placed the storage bag on the table, rubbing his fingers against the teacup with a sorrowful expression.

"..." Yang Peng's fingers stiffened, a look of pain appearing on his face. He fell silent, ignoring what was in the storage bag on the table. After a long while, he sighed deeply, closed his eyes, waved his hand, and spoke in a muffled voice:

"Fine, it's not the Spirit Dragon Sect's fault. Whoever killed my son should pay with their life. Although I am grieving, I will not make trouble unreasonably."

Jiang Tiancheng nodded upon hearing this, his expression softening slightly. He patted Yang Pengju's shoulder, his gaze firm, and reassured him, "Don't worry, the murderer will pay with his life. No matter what, at least on this matter, I'm on your side."

"How can I stand idly by? Cheng Xu is also a disciple of my Spirit Dragon Sect."

"Is that so?" Upon hearing this, Yang Pengju looked up and gave Yang Pengju a half-smile. After a moment, he gently exhaled and slowly shook his head.

"The Purple Rainbow Sect is a powerful and influential family, and Qingzhu is a True Monarch of the Purple Mansion, holding a very prominent position. How will you take revenge?"

"This..." Jiang Tiancheng's face suddenly stiffened, but he quickly recovered and looked at Yang Pengju with a meaningful gaze.

"Hasn't Brother Yang already decided how to take revenge?"

"Speaking of which, the distinguished guest you mentioned to Mu Yongxian should have arrived by now."

Just as Jiang Tiancheng finished speaking, a deep, slightly hoarse voice suddenly came from the back door.

"Sect Leader Jiang, it's been a long time."

Jiang Tiancheng raised an eyebrow and looked in the direction of the sound.

The voice belonged to a man dressed in a white-gold robe embroidered with a five-clawed golden dragon, its claws outstretched and its horns vividly depicted, fluttering in the wind. He was tall and had a mature face, exuding a subtle sense of dominance. His expression was calm and composed. Standing there, he was like a sharp sword, naturally radiating majesty without being deliberate, making people dare not look him in the eye.

What is most striking is that beneath his long, jet-black hair, his pupils are unlike those of ordinary people; they have a pale golden hue, exuding an air of authority.

In the cultivation world, there are many races with long hair and golden eyes, but the closest to Wuzhou are the royal family of Qingzhou.

After his initial surprise, Jiang Tiancheng quickly regained his composure. Looking at the newcomer, a complex emotion flashed across his eyes, and he calmly spoke:

"So it's the King of Dongyou. I didn't expect you to come after the Yang family as well."

The King of Dongyou, with his cultivation at the ninth level of the Golden Core stage, though not as advanced as Yang Pengju and Jiang Tiancheng, remained calm and unhurried. He stepped forward, nodded slightly, and spoke softly:

"Indeed, Patriarch Yang is a wise man. Over the years, the Qingzhou royal family has provided your Linglong Sect with a lot of resources, which is why you have risen so quickly. Sect Master Jiang should not forget these things."

Jiang Tiancheng shook his head, his expression unchanged, and bowed to the King of Dongyou with clasped hands: "Of course not. If needed, my Linglong Sect will naturally cooperate."

"That's good. The main reason I summoned you here today is to give you both a chance to work together. Given my identity, it's not appropriate for me to move around freely within Wuzhou. It's just right that you've come here; your reason is appropriate and won't arouse suspicion."

After offering a brief explanation, the King of Dongyou glanced at Yang Pengju and Jiang Tiancheng, a sharp glint flashing in his eyes, and spoke:

"Now, I have a general understanding of the border defenses within Wuzhou. In the southwest, your Yang family has a certain degree of influence, which is a good time to make a breakthrough."

"It's just that our main force is tied down, and the southwestern border is guarded by your Wuzhou Zihongmen Zifu. I need you and the Yang family to disrupt and disperse the main forces of various sects within Wuzhou, so that I can find an opportunity to strike at their vital point."

Jiang Tiancheng remained silent, while Yang Pengju bowed his head and said softly, "I will obey. How shall we proceed?"

"Just like back then, hunt down the geniuses of various sects. Remember, if possible, keep half of their lives; if not, do your best to kill them and preserve their true spirit and bloodline, as they will be of great use to me."

The King of Dongyou spoke softly, his eyes fixed on Jiang Tiancheng.

Jiang Tiancheng frowned slightly, then relaxed after a moment, sighed almost imperceptibly, clasped his hands and said, "Yes, I will arrange it as soon as I get back."

"Hmm," King Dongyou withdrew his gaze, nodded in satisfaction, and suddenly a smile appeared on his face, revealing a hint of reminiscence. He gently tapped his forehead with his finger and suddenly spoke:

"I remember, ten years ago, the only assassination attempt that failed was against Zhang Tianwen of the Myriad Manifestations Sect, right?"

"Yes, it failed, but it severely injured him, shattering his mental state. Now, the title of genius is undeserved."

Jiang Tiancheng's expression faltered for a moment, then he nodded and said.

"Be careful. There are many people who rise from the ashes. Who can say for sure? I spared his life back then, and although I didn't leave any suspicious traces, he's still a thorn in my side. This time, let's find an opportunity to pull him out together."

King Dongyou shook his head, his eyes flashing with murderous intent. Then, he suddenly chuckled softly, looked at the two of them, and said, "I await your good news."

Having said that, he turned and walked back to the inner hall without looking back. With a flash of light, his figure completely disappeared.

After a long silence, Jiang Tiancheng looked up at Yang Pengju, whose expression remained calm. He pursed his tongue slightly, his gaze complex, and after a soft sigh, he spoke:

"Do you know that if this collusion with the Qingzhou royal family is exposed, there will be no place for your Yang family in the entire Wuzhou?"

Yang Pengju remained silent, clenching his fist and then slowly relaxing it. A flash of hatred crossed his eyes as he said in a muffled voice, "What does it matter if all this is for avenging my son?"

"The Purple Rainbow Sect is too arrogant. I have no way to resist them except by borrowing the power of the Qingzhou royal family."

Yang Pengju said in a low, muffled voice, and then exhaled deeply.

"As for the rest, they are not within my consideration. Besides, hasn't your Spirit Dragon Sect already been colluding with the Qingzhou royal family for a long time?"

As Yang Pengju spoke, he suddenly smiled, looked at Jiang Tiancheng, and said with a playful look in his eyes, "If you're not afraid, what do I have to hold back? Right, Brother Jiang?"

"Indeed, what right do I have to say that?"

Jiang Tiancheng was taken aback, then shook his head and smiled, not dwelling on it any further.

"As for the rest, let's just do as the King of Dongyou said and slowly plot our way out, becoming accomplices to the tyrant... hehe."

Jiang Tiancheng smiled, a hint of bitterness flashing across his face.

"So what..." Yang Pengju remained silent, shook his head, and his expression returned to its coldness. He pursed his lips and gritted his teeth. After a moment, he slowly loosened his clenched fist. The flames of hatred in his eyes were not extinguished, but rather hidden even deeper.

"My son's revenge cannot go unavenged. Perhaps it's time to change the power structure of the three sects and six factions in Wuzhou."

Jiang Tiancheng frowned, squinting at Yang Pengju: "After all these years, your personality hasn't changed at all. However, you must know perfectly well why Meng Wu'an killed Yang Chengxu, right?"

"Isn't Yang Mengying also your child? You really are quite heartless."

Jiang Tiancheng said coldly. Now that the two of them were in the same boat, he was too lazy to pretend anymore.

Upon hearing this, Yang Pengju's gaze suddenly turned cold, and he turned to stare directly at Jiang Tiancheng.

Jiang Tiancheng remained unmoved, meeting Yang Pengju's gaze with a sharp intensity.

After a long pause, Yang Pengju's expression suddenly relaxed. He waved his hand dismissively, turning away from Jiang Tiancheng with a complex look in his eyes. He gently pursed his lips and spoke:

"But Xu'er is not wrong either. In this cultivation world, where there is so much fighting and killing, how much true affection can there be? Not to mention, Yang Mengying is just a concubine's daughter."

"I've watched Xu'er grow up step by step, eventually surpassing me and coming into my view. No matter what mistakes he made, no matter what reasons Meng Wu'an had, these are all matters for the Yang family."

Yang Pengju's expression was icy, and he spoke in a cold tone.

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"What does it have to do with Meng Wu'an, an outsider? He has no right to interfere. Since he has, he should pay the price."

All I know is that blood must be paid for blood.

Jiang Tiancheng remained silent, then smiled and gave Yang Pengju a deep look: "Is that so? Is that all?"

Jiang Tiancheng looked at Yang Pengju with a deep gaze, a glint of light flashing in his eyes: "Perhaps this is the opportunity you've been waiting for. Now, it seems that the southwest region alone is not enough to satisfy the ambitions of your Yang family."

Upon hearing this, Yang Pengju's lips twitched, he slowly shook his head, his expression cold, and he spoke indifferently:

"Think what you want, but if given the chance, I certainly won't be content with merely occupying this peripheral position. The Purple Rainbow Sect's reach is too far; taking its place is not impossible."

Jiang Tiancheng's eyes flickered as he looked at Yang Pengju's expression, which was calm yet tinged with resentment. After a couple of breaths, he slowly shook his head and sighed softly.

"Since that's the case, then so be it. Whether it's an opportunity or a disaster, who can say for sure..."

…………

Time passed slowly. No matter how undercurrents were surging in the shadows, at least the next year was peaceful. In the blink of an eye, a year had passed since the end of the Illusionary Mist Beast Valley.

Throughout the year, everything progressed smoothly, and Yu Changsheng's aura also regained a rare period of tranquility.

Over the past year, Yu Changsheng's deeds and reputation have gradually spread throughout the Myriad Manifestations Sect, making him the center of attention for quite some time before gradually calming down.

All of this stems not only from Yu Changsheng's strength, but also from his other identity: the youngest third-grade alchemist in the Myriad Manifestations Sect!

In some ways, the deterrent effect of this identity is more astonishing than Yu Changsheng's strength, and it also makes people flock to him to befriend him.

In addition to his good relationship with Zhang Tianwen, Yu Changsheng's influence within the Wanxiang Sect was already enormous to some extent. His reputation was not limited to the Wanxiang Sect; even the other three sects and five schools had heard of him.

There are even rumors that Yu Changsheng has already earned the title of the number one genius in Beast Taming Peak.

Yu Changsheng was aware of these things from the outside world, but he didn't pay much attention to them.

Jade Cauldron Peak, Yang Tianyi's Cave, Alchemy Room.

"Freeze!"

The surrounding temperature was scorching hot, distorting the void. Beads of sweat dripped from Yu Changsheng's forehead. As the last flame slowly died out, Yu Changsheng let out a low shout.

In an instant, the furnace lid was lifted, a brilliant light flashed, and after the light dissipated, four round pills slowly emerged. The brilliance faded, and a rich fragrance of pills wafted out as specks of pill mist.

There was also a red pattern engraved on it, spreading throughout the entire elixir.

"Not bad, a mid-grade third-rank pill, the Spirit Strengthening and Yuan Nourishing Pill, was successfully made on the first try, and even produced a pill pattern. You truly are a genius."

Yang Tianyi watched quietly from the side, seeing that this batch of pills was finished. He turned to look at Yu Changsheng, his eyes showing appreciation, and spoke with a sigh.

"To have reached this level in just one year, aside from some high-grade third-rank pills, everything else should be fine for you."

"At this rate, you should reach the fourth-level alchemist level within five years."

Yang Tianyi chuckled, hesitated slightly, and then said this.

"It's all thanks to Elder Yang's excellent guidance. I'm truly grateful to Elder Yang these past few days."

Yu Changsheng carefully put away the Spirit Strengthening and Yuan Nourishing Pill. Upon hearing this, his face showed humility. He cupped his hands and bowed respectfully to Yang Tianyi, saying...

Throughout the year, Yu Changsheng refined pills numerous times, consuming medicinal herbs of immense value, all thanks to Yang Tianyi's support. How could Yu Changsheng not be grateful?

"You have a talent for alchemy, that's a good thing." Yang Tianyi smiled, pondered for a moment, "After some time, with more practice, you can try to refine some high-grade third-rank pills."

"With your talent in alchemy, breaking through to the fourth-level alchemist is only a matter of time. However, making fourth-grade pills is not only a leap in alchemy skills, but also a huge drain on the alchemist's energy and spirit each time. Without the support of Golden Core cultivation, it will be very difficult to make them."

"Therefore, remember not to neglect your cultivation as well."

"Chang Sheng knows. He has been cultivating all along." Yu Chang Sheng nodded.

"Hmm, I see your cultivation speed is quite fast. If you think it's suitable, try breaking through to the Golden Core stage. Just tell me what kind of pills you need."

(End of this chapter)