The sequence is too involutional, luckily I am too.

After Lu Yan arrived, several more people followed.

There were petty leaders and ordinary members.

By this time, most of the people present had noticed something amiss.

Each person had a different expression, exchanging cryptic glances, and no one dared to speak easily.

Once everyone had arrived, a servant stepped forward and led the group into the villa.

Leader Wei Xu was already waiting in the hall, sitting quietly on the grand chair in the main hall with his eyes closed, exuding an aura of intimidation that kept strangers at bay.

Seeing this, the group of underlings dared not delay and quickened their pace, bowing to Wei Xu before taking their seats on the chairs on both sides of the hall in accordance with the rules.

The Black Dog Gang has a strict hierarchy, and seating arrangements are predetermined and cannot be changed arbitrarily.

As for the ordinary gang members, they wisely stood behind their respective leaders, not daring to utter a sound.

Just as Lu Yan was about to walk to his seat, a servant stepped forward and stopped him, raising his hand to signal.

"Brother Yan, your seat is over here."

Upon hearing this, the air in the hall seemed to freeze for a moment, and the way the group of underlings looked at Lu Yan changed abruptly.

There was jealousy, envy, fear... and so on.

Only the other two leaders of the gang were allowed to sit next to the leader; no one else present was even qualified to get close.

But now Lu Yan has been assigned to sit there. Could it be that the Black Dog Gang is about to have its fourth leader?

Suddenly, everyone adopted a fawning demeanor, their eyes filled with ingratiation.

Lu Yan was well aware of the significance of this position, but he felt no joy whatsoever; instead, alarm bells rang loudly.

A Sequence 9 transcendent being certainly worthy of this position, but such a direct promotion seems suspicious no matter how you look at it.

Thinking about it this way, the breathing technique and gold coins that Yao Qing sent a few days ago might also have been at Wei Xu's behest.

As for whether it was to win people's hearts or something else, he couldn't guess for the time being.

Ignoring the fawning looks from those around him, Lu Yan walked to his new seat, focusing his attention on his nose and mind, appearing calm but actually having all his senses heightened to the extreme.

The teacher discovered an unknown sequence and was eager to study its characteristics.

Realizing the gap between himself and his opponent, the thug increased his training intensity once again.

The farmer, having nothing to do, urged you to go back and tend to the three small plants.

Lu Yan closed his eyes slightly and quickly scanned the subtitles.

The difference between Sequence 8 and Sequence 9 was indeed enormous. Even the usually unruly and eccentric Sequence had lost its usual restlessness and became surprisingly well-behaved.

While pondering, Wei Xu finally slowly opened his eyes.

"Now that everyone's here, let's get down to business."

Upon hearing this, everyone's expression changed drastically. Less than a third of the Black Dog Gang leaders were present, yet the leader had mentioned them all. Something didn't seem right.

Could today really be a trap?

"You've all practiced the Crimson Blood Breathing Technique, right?"

Wei Xu's gaze slowly swept across the entire room, finally settling on Lu Yan.

"Good progress, they are all promising talents. The future of the Black Dog Gang rests on your shoulders."

Upon hearing this, everyone breathed a sigh of relief.

It seems this isn't a trap, but rather a talent scouting event.

But soon, everyone's expressions became quite interesting.

The breathing method I painstakingly developed turned out to be so common that everyone has a copy.

The atmosphere suddenly became strange, and the way they looked at each other became increasingly complicated.

"We're all kindred spirits..."

Lu Yan's expression was strange, and his gaze unconsciously swept over Wei Xu's shiny bald head.

If the goal is to cultivate talent, they could just distribute the positions directly. Why make Yao Qing go through all this trouble? Does the leader have some kind of peculiar hobby?

tsk...

Wei Xu seemed oblivious to everyone's expressions. He waved his hand, and a row of servants came forward with trays, placing them in front of each person.

The group exchanged glances, then lifted the red cloth on the tray, revealing a potion with a pattern of red clouds, the bottle emitting a faint red glow.

"This is the Crimson Cloud Elixir produced by Muyun Technology. It can help you strengthen your qi and blood, and its effect is three times that of the meat of exotic beasts."

Wei Xu proactively explained, "With the aid of this potion, your progress in cultivating the Crimson Blood Breathing Technique will be greatly accelerated."

Upon hearing this, everyone's breathing became rapid, and they wished they could drink the medicine right now.

Those present had all practiced the Crimson Blood Breathing Technique and eaten the meat of exotic beasts, so they were well aware of the nourishing effects of the meat.

And the effect of this Crimson Cloud Potion is actually three times that of the meat of the alien beast!

The leader just gave them such expensive items, and each of them received one!

"Chief, you didn't summon us here just for this, did you?"

At this moment, a minor leader mustered up his courage and asked a question, but he regretted it as soon as the words left his mouth.

Wei Xu always meant what he said, and I dared to question him to his face. He must be tired of living.

"Indeed, it's not just this one thing."

Wei Xu shook his head and said, "Muyun Technology plans to set up its own security department and intends to recruit a group of people from our Black Dog Gang first."

"The minimum recruitment standard is to master the Crimson Blood Breathing Technique. At that time, you can go to Muyun Technology for further training."

He paused, then dropped a bombshell: "Those who perform exceptionally well will have their awakening sequence aided by Muyun Technology, allowing them to become extraordinary!"

As soon as he finished speaking, the entire hall fell silent; you could hear a pin drop.

Extraordinary!

The identity they had always dreamed of was actually right in front of them?

Is this... a dream?

In an instant, all the embarrassment and worry he felt when facing the "victim" vanished, replaced by an almost frantic desire.

They want to awaken their sequence and become extraordinary!

then……

I don't eat beef!

Everyone was engrossed in their own fantasies, completely unaware that Wei Xu's gaze towards them was gradually becoming indifferent.

It's like looking at a piece of merchandise.

Of course, not everyone was unaware of the anomaly.

The moment Wei Xu mentioned Muyun Technology, Lu Yan instantly understood.

Breathing techniques, medications, awakening sequences...

Isn't this the same tactic used to lure displaced people into becoming drug test subjects?

This isn't talent selection; it's clearly talent selection for Muyun Technology to conduct drug trials!

Has Wei Xu gone mad by sending away so many of the gang's core members all at once?

Wei Xu ignored everyone's reactions and continued:

"To allow you to focus on your cultivation without distractions, from today onwards, everyone will remain in this villa. You will not need to go out to handle any gang-related matters. Your meals and daily life will be taken care of by servants."

Staying in the villa? This is clearly being "held under house arrest"!

Lu Yan understood immediately, becoming even more certain of his guess.

But he didn't object to it much; on the contrary, he was quite satisfied.

With Wei Xu, a Sequence 8 extraordinary being, in charge, that mastermind shouldn't dare to come knocking on our door again, right?

"In addition, I have another announcement to make."

Wei Xu pressed his hands down, interrupting the whispers, and his gaze returned to Lu Yan, his voice suddenly rising several decibels:

"From this day forward, Lu Yan is appointed as the fourth leader of the Black Dog Gang, with full authority over your cultivation matters!"

"Lu Yan, are you willing?"

boom!

These words struck the hall like a thunderclap, leaving everyone stunned and looking at Lu Yan with shock and disbelief.

Fourth Master?!

This position was actually meant for Lu Yan!

A mix of emotions surged within the leaders, but no one dared to utter a word of rebuttal.

Wei Xu's decision was an ironclad rule within the Black Dog Gang, and no one dared to disobey it.

But when everyone looked at Lu Yan, their eyes twitched involuntarily.

Others are fighting tooth and nail for that spot, and this bastard is still hesitating?

"What, Lu Yan, you're not willing?"

Wei Xu's expression instantly turned cold, his clothes fluttered without wind, and a powerful pressure swept over him, clearly indicating that he was angry.

Lu Yan waved his hand and said seriously:

"The leader has misunderstood. Of course I am willing."

"It's just that the fourth leader has too heavy a burden, being in charge of their cultivation matters, which may delay my own cultivation progress."

"So...we have to pay more!"