Wild Dogs

Yang Fan nodded slightly and looked at the camp ahead.

Mu Wan'er stopped and bowed to Yang Fan.

"Young master, please wait here for a moment while I go in and inform them."

"Your strength is too outstanding. If you suddenly join, the members of the gang will inevitably become suspicious."

Yang Fan nodded slightly.

"It's alright, just go in and report."

Yang Fan stood quietly with his hands behind his back, then looked at the people beside him and asked them a question.

"What position does Mu Wan'er hold in your Scorpion Gang?"

The group quickly replied.

"Mu Wan'er is our gang leader's only daughter. She is exceptionally talented and her cultivation is progressing rapidly. In addition, she is beautiful and has a great reputation among the various spirit hunting groups in the Cangyun Mountains. Everyone says she is the most beautiful woman in the mountains."

Yang Fan nodded inwardly. Mu Wan'er was indeed pretty, but calling her the number one beauty was a bit of an exaggeration. He had seen many more beautiful women before.

A moment later, Mu Wan'er came running out with a happy expression, followed by a burly middle-aged man.

The man exuded a calm and composed aura, radiating an intimidating power.

Yang Fan could tell at a glance that the other party's cultivation had reached the peak of the late Foundation Establishment stage, and was only one step away from breaking through to the Core Formation stage.

However, this step is difficult to cross, since special elixirs are needed to successfully form the core.

Without the right elixir, one can never break through to the next level in their entire life.

Yang Fan knew that the other party was stuck at the current level because of a lack of elixirs.

When the two approached, Yang Fan took the initiative to bow and greet them.

"I have met you before, fellow Daoist."

Since the other party's cultivation level was higher than his own, Yang Fan was courteous and polite.

The middle-aged man carefully examined Yang Fan and saw that he was polite and not arrogant, so he smiled.

"Wan'er told me before that she had found a powerful expert, and I was a little skeptical at first, but seeing it today, I can confirm it's true."

"Now our Scorpio Gang finally has a chance to turn things around."

Mu Wan'er was beaming with pride.

"The people I chose are naturally very capable and will definitely not hold our gang back."

Mu Wan'er quickly introduced.

"Young master, this is my father, and also the leader of the Scorpion Gang. You can discuss anything with him."

Yang Fan nodded slightly, then looked at the other person.

"My name is Yang Fan. May I ask how you should address me?"

The middle-aged man also cupped his hands in a gesture of respect.

"My name is Mu Qing, and I'm considered the leader of the Scorpion Gang."

"I've heard about the conditions you just mentioned, and my daughter has already agreed. I can also fulfill your request."

Yang Fan asked.

"So, you really know the location of the Earth Spirit Milk?"

Mu Qing nodded slowly.

"Of course, Earth Spirit Milk is rare and very precious."

"If I didn't know the exact location, I wouldn't have come to discuss it with you."

Then he turned and looked around.

"Alright, you may all leave."

Everyone responded.

"Yes."

The group dared not slack off and quickly retreated to the side.

Mu Qing cupped his hands in a respectful gesture towards Yang Fan.

"This way, young master. Let's go inside and discuss this further."

Yang Fan answered.

"Okay, let's go inside and have a good talk."

Yang Fan didn't stand on ceremony and followed the other party into the Scorpion Gang.

Many people saw the unfamiliar figure and looked over curiously.

However, when everyone saw Yang Fan following behind the gang leader, they did not suspect anything. After all, Mu Qing held a very high position in the Scorpion Gang, and everyone in the gang had always trusted him.

Not long after, Mu Qing led Yang Fan into a camp.

This place is deep in the mountains, and everyone lives in very simple accommodations, temporarily residing in tents.

The camp was surrounded by a defensive array that could prevent outsiders from spying on it, so there was no need to worry about the contents of the conversation being leaked.

Mu Qing led Mu Wan'er and Yang Fan into the tent and gestured for Yang Fan to sit cross-legged.

Yang Fan sat on the felt mat, and Mu Wan'er then brought him wine and food.

Yang Fan waved his hand gently.

"Those who cultivate themselves don't care about eating, drinking, or enjoying pleasures. Let's just talk about the Earth's spiritual milk."

Mu Qing laughed heartily.

"Young master speaks frankly; no wonder he has such cultivation at such a young age."

"Only those who wholeheartedly and diligently cultivate can reach their current level."

Then he took a deep breath.

"Since you don't like formalities, I'll just tell you the truth."

"We do know exactly where the Earth's Spirit Milk is, and we're willing to tell you the location."

Yang Fan was overjoyed upon hearing this and nodded emphatically.

"Mu Wan'er already told me about the situation on the way, so I understand the difficulties you've encountered."

"Don't worry, I'll handle this properly and won't cause any trouble."

Just as Yang Fan was about to continue speaking, Mu Qing suddenly coughed lightly, a helpless expression on her face.

"Friend Yang Fan, there are some things I need to make clear to you beforehand."

"Think it over carefully before deciding whether or not you want to go and explore."

Yang Fan quickly asked.

"Is there something else going on in this matter?"

Mu Qing nodded gently.

"In the valley where the Earth's Spirit Milk is located, there lives a group of white apes."

Yang Fan raised an eyebrow slightly.

"White Ape, are these demonic beasts really that powerful?"

"If someone can make a late-stage Foundation Establishment cultivator hesitate, their strength must be quite formidable."

Mu Qing spoke up.

"These white apes are much stronger than we imagined."

"The weakest white ape has the strength of the fifth or sixth level of Qi Refining, while the strongest has reached the mid-stage of Foundation Establishment."

"There are four or five white apes in the middle stage of Foundation Establishment in the valley. It would be difficult to gain an advantage if we went there suddenly."

Yang Fan's expression darkened, and he raised his hand to lightly tap the table.

"Are these just the white apes you saw with your own eyes, or are all the demonic beasts in the valley at this level?"

Mu Qing sighed softly.

"This is just what we've gathered."

We have absolutely no idea whether there are any other monsters deep in the valley.

Yang Fan's heart immediately felt heavy.

"If there are still white apes in the valley with cultivation reaching the late stage of Foundation Establishment, this trip will be far too dangerous."

He raised his hand and rubbed his temples.

"In that case, obtaining the Earth Spirit Milk will indeed be very difficult."

Mu Qing nodded repeatedly in agreement.

"We've known the location for a long time, but we've never dared to approach it easily all these years."

"Only if a Core Formation cultivator leads the way can we be confident of breaking into the valley."

"The Earth Spirit Milk is located deep in the valley. We must overcome the White Ape to obtain it, and the process will definitely not be easy."

Yang Fan clapped his hands lightly.

"You don't need to worry about this."

"Now that I know the clues, I definitely have to go and see for myself."

Even if I end up with nothing, I won't regret it.

Yang Fan already knew about the Earth Spirit Milk, and he certainly wouldn't be satisfied without seeing it for himself.

Seeing Yang Fan's resolute attitude, Mu Qing stopped trying to persuade him.

He nodded slightly.

"Since you insist on going, young master, we will naturally not stop you."

"However, it would be too unfair to the young master to rely on just one piece of information."