The First Venerable of All Paths

Early the next morning.

When Fang Xuan stepped out of the cultivation room, he was immediately shocked by the scene before him.

In the air, six powerful beings at the Divine Intent Realm stood suspended in mid-air.

Canglang, Wenkang, Feiying, Dufeng, Yumian, Niu Meng.

In addition, there were more than ten enormous eagle demons.

The leading eagle demon was dozens of feet tall, with a powerful aura. It was clearly an eagle demon king, and its true cultivation was even stronger than that of the wild wolf in Canglang Mountain.

The remaining eagle demons were all at the Demon King realm.

Although it was only a dozen feet long, it still exuded a fierce aura.

These eagle demons were already filled with elite warriors from several major mercenary groups.

They were all at the Condensation Realm, with not a single one at the Gathering Qi Realm.

This shows that the major mercenary groups have brought out their entire resources.

"Brother Fang Xuan, everyone is ready."

Today, Canglang is clad in heavy armor, his expression serious and composed.

"We await your command, and the troops will set off!"

Looking at the many powerful figures lined up in mid-air, Fang Xuan took a step forward and appeared at the very front of the group.

Gazing towards Sunset City, Fang Xuan took a deep breath and said, "Let's go!"

"Whoosh whoosh!"

In an instant, the sound of air being torn apart merged into one, transforming into black arrows that sped toward Sunset City.

"Roar roar roar!"

On the earth, a huge wild wolf led a pack of more than twenty enormous wolf demons, stirring up a sandstorm that stretched for thousands of feet, and they followed together.

Several mercenary groups joined forces to fight against the Sunset Alliance, truly deploying their elite forces in a do-or-die battle.

Fang Xuan's eyes flashed with a sharp light, and his expression became increasingly fierce.

"Shangguan Yun, Tang Xuan, I, Fang Xuan, have arrived!"

......

"Han Feng, how's the matter I asked you to handle?"

In the Alliance Hall of Sunset City, Tang Xuan looked down at Han Feng with a sharp glint in his eyes.

"Reporting to the Alliance Leader, they have given in."

Han Feng smiled and said, "My subordinates will bring more people over later to retrieve the contract."

"Well done."

Tang Xuan nodded in satisfaction and said, "Remember, once the Fang Clan Chamber of Commerce signs the contract, make them pay all the taxes owed for the past few months."

"Understood."

Han Feng chuckled and said, "The person in charge of the Fang Clan Chamber of Commerce is just an ordinary old man; I doubt he would dare to refuse."

"Then I'll leave this matter to you."

Tang Xuan said, "If it's done well, I, the Alliance Leader, will reward you handsomely."

"Thank you very much, Alliance Leader! I will certainly not let you down!"

Han Feng was so excited that he knelt down on the ground to express his loyalty.

Many people present secretly scorned Han Feng's sycophantic behavior.

"Master Wu, how are things over there?"

Tang Xuan looked at the other person and said, "Didn't we just receive a plea for help from Mad Lion the other day? What happened?"

Wu Zhen, the newly appointed head of the Wu family, changed his expression and quickly stood up, saying, "Reporting to the Alliance Leader, there is still no news. I do not know the outcome."

"Why don't you send someone to inquire?"

Tang Xuan's face darkened, and he coldly snorted, "Do I have to teach you such a small thing?"

"Yes, yes, yes, I will send someone to find out the information immediately."

Wu Zhen wiped the cold sweat from his forehead, looking terrified.

"Get out of here, you disgraceful thing."

With a wave of his hand, Tang Xuan sent Wu Zhen flying, crashing heavily outside the main hall.

Wu Zhen spat out a mouthful of blood, but didn't dare utter a sound. He scrambled away from the Alliance Hall to inquire about Mad Lion's whereabouts.

Among the remaining people, some had furrowed brows, some were expressionless, and some were gloating.

But no one sympathized with Wu Zhen's fate.

"Gentlemen, I have gathered you all here today to tell you two things."

Tang Xuan took a sip of hot tea before saying in a deep voice, "The Mad Lion's raging fire, and that Lion King, have already fallen."

As soon as these words came out, the audience shook.

"impossible!"

A powerful member of the alliance exclaimed, "Wildfire and that Lion King are both experts at the seventh or eighth level of the Divine Intent Realm. Who in the entire Sunset Wasteland can kill them?"

Everyone else looked shocked.

Kuang Huo is a renowned powerhouse in the Sunset Wasteland, not to mention the Lion King, who has already reached the pinnacle of the Demon King realm.

The two have always been inseparable, and while there are people who can kill them both at the same time, there are very few.

"This is absolutely true, but the specific reason is still unclear."

Tang Xuan said with a solemn expression, "The message for help came from Mad Lion because of the fall of Mad Fire."

"Alliance Leader, could this matter be related to that Fang Xuan?"

Han Feng's face paled slightly, and he said nervously, "He didn't die in Sunset Wasteland, could he be here seeking revenge?"

"Is Patriarch Han joking?"

One of the alliance's powerful members said, "No matter how strong Fang Xuan is, how can he kill Kuang Huo and that Lion King? You're just scaring yourself."

"good."

Another person scoffed, "Besides, if it really was Fang Xuan's doing, we couldn't have been unaware of it."

There's no need for anyone to argue.

Tang Xuan pressed his hand down to stop everyone, saying, "Whether it was that little beast or not, we need to make plans as soon as possible."

"Lord Alliance Leader, what are your plans?"

"That's the second thing I want to talk about."

Tang Xuan's face showed a mocking expression as he said, "From now on, be on high alert at all times. No powerful member of any faction is allowed to leave Sunset City without my order. Anyone found doing so will be killed without mercy!"

Upon hearing this, everyone present exchanged glances, their faces showing hesitation.

"What? You're not willing?"

"We dare not."

"I will obey the orders of the Alliance Leader."

Upon hearing this reply, Tang Xuan's expression softened slightly.

"Alright, everyone go and get ready."

Tang Xuan stood up and added, "Everyone, let me remind you, if it really is that brat Fang Xuan returning for revenge, then none of you here can expect to stay out of it."

As he said this, Tang Xuan deliberately glanced at Xue Wanlong and Madam Gu.

"Hmph, if he dares to come, I will kill him!"

"I'd also like to see just what Fang Xuan is capable of!"

Listening to the crowd's discussion,

Xue Wanlong and Lady Bone exchanged a quick glance, nodded subtly, and left the Alliance Hall one after the other.

"It seems that old bastard Tang Xuan has already become suspicious of us."

Seeing that no one was around, Madam Bone transmitted her voice, "So, Elder Xue, our plan needs to be brought forward."

"I'm almost ready to leave."

Xue Wanlong transmitted his voice, "What about Lady Bone?"

"The core personnel in the building have already been transferred one after another."

Lady Bone said, "However, in order not to arouse Tang Xuan's suspicion, the speed is a bit slow."

"Lady Bone, it's a matter of expediency; let's abandon what needs to be abandoned."

Xue Wanlong said in a deep voice, "Otherwise, if Tang Xuan really seals off Sunset City, it will be even more difficult for us to leave."

"What are your thoughts, Mr. Xue?"

Upon hearing this, a glint flashed in Xue Wanlong's eyes, and he said, "We must act by tonight at the latest, otherwise things may change."

Lady Bone pondered for a moment, then nodded and said, "Then tonight it will be. I will have someone meet me outside the city beforehand."

After they finished discussing their points, they each left.

Inside the Alliance Hall.

Tang Xuan's expression, however, was unpredictable.

"Fang Xuan, is it really you who has returned?"

Tang Xuan then sneered, "So what if you're back? My Sunset Alliance is no longer what it used to be. If you dare come, I'll make sure you die a horrible death!"

However, Tang Xuan was still somewhat uneasy, so he got up and left quickly, arriving at a secret room shortly afterward.

"Knock knock knock!"

After waiting for a long time, Shangguan Yun's voice finally came from inside the secret room: "What is it?"

"Reporting to the Alliance Leader, Madfire and Lion King have fallen."

Tang Xuan said, "I suspect that Fang Xuan was behind it."

"Fang Xuan?"

Shangguan Yun asked with some surprise, "He's back?"

"It's not clear yet, but I've sent people to gather information, and we'll have results soon."

Tang Xuan said, "What I mean is, if Fang Xuan really does return for revenge, then I would appreciate it if the Alliance Leader..."

"Rest assured, if it really is him, I will take action personally."

Shangguan Yun said, "You just need to manage the affairs of the alliance, and don't cause any trouble."

"Rest assured, Alliance Leader, with me in the alliance, there will be absolutely no chaos."

Tang Xuan said confidently, "I will not disturb the Alliance Leader any longer. If I find any trace of Fang Xuan, I will report to the Alliance Leader."

"Go."

Inside the secret room, after Tang Xuan left, Shangguan Yun pressed a button on the wall, revealing a passage behind the wall.

He stepped inside and soon bowed before the man in black robes.

"Sir, we have suspected that Fang Xuan has been spotted."

The man in black robes stirred and said in a hoarse voice, "What I need is definite information."

"I've already sent people to inquire, and news will arrive soon."

Shangguan Yun said, "The tasks you assigned me, sir, are almost complete. What should I do next?"

"Oh, so fast?"

The man in black robes was somewhat surprised, then said, "Finish setting up the formation first, and I will give you instructions later. Remember, no one else is allowed to know about this."

"Understood."

After Shangguan Yun left, the secret room fell into eternal silence once again.

......

As night fell, the shops in Sunset City began to close one by one.

Fang Chamber of Commerce.

This chamber of commerce only recently came into existence.

The manager was wealthy and powerful; as soon as he arrived in Sunset City, he immediately bought up several shops.

They buy everything.

Elixirs, formations, talismans, medicinal herbs, and various demon beast cores, pelts, and so on.

But they also accept everything.

As long as your product is good, the Fang Clan Chamber of Commerce will definitely give you a satisfactory price.

Because of the extremely high quality of its goods and the fair prices, the Fang Clan Chamber of Commerce was able to establish a firm foothold in Sunset City in just three months.

When Han Feng arrived at the Fang Clan Chamber of Commerce again, he saw the sleazy-looking old manager leaning against the door of the shop next door, chatting enthusiastically with the other manager, who was so fat that you couldn't even see his waist.

"Cough cough."

Han Feng coughed lightly.

The old steward continued to talk incessantly about his heroic deeds, completely oblivious to what was happening.

It wasn't until Han Feng coughed until his face was red that the old steward said impatiently, "If you're sick, go get treatment. Stop disturbing your Master Zhong..."

When he turned his head and saw Han Feng, the impatience on his face immediately turned into a fawning smile.

"Oh, so it's Han the dog... Patriarch Han."

Grandpa Zhong's face was beaming as he asked, "What brings you here?"

"Manager Fang, stop trying to fool me."

Han Feng said irritably, "I am here on the orders of the Alliance Leader to sign a contract with Steward Fang."

"A contract? What contract?"

Master Zhong feigned ignorance and said, "Hasn't the shop's contract already been notarized? Do we need to sign a new one?"

"Manager Fang, don't play dumb with me!"

Han Feng's face darkened, and he said, "You have to sign this contract today, whether you like it or not!"

"Tsk."

Old Master Zhong raised an eyebrow and said, "What if I, Old Master Zhong, don't sign?"

"Dare not sign? Then you'll..."

Before Han Feng could finish speaking, the entire Sunset City suddenly trembled violently.

"What happened?"

Han Feng subconsciously looked up and immediately saw the most shocking scene of his life.

In the air outside the city, a dozen or so enormous eagle demons lined up in a row.

On the back of the eagle demon, shadowy figures could be seen.

Six figures stood in mid-air, exuding a powerful aura.

The person in the lead was dressed in white and carried a sword case.

He thrust his long spear into the defensive formation of Sunset City.

"Snap!"

The city's protective formation shattered instantly, and the white-robed youth shouted, "Old dog Tang Xuan, come out and face your death!"