The mastermind behind the scenes starting with the calamity of all races

The difficulty of killing a Necromancer Lord beneath the ancient city is unimaginable, and Zhou Tianqi would not allow anyone to do so, as she is the Human Emperor's own sister!

After Zhou Tianqi finished speaking, Zhou Tianyuan was dumbfounded. In other words, it would be difficult for Su Yu to get rid of his identity as a resident of the ancient city.

Perhaps guessing Zhou Tianyuan's thoughts, Zhou Tianqi added, "Don't worry, maybe things will turn around in the end."

Zhou Tianqi had a vague feeling that there was something strange about Su Yu's transformation into a resident of the ancient city. This matter should be inseparable from Yun Jie, but he had no way to prove it at the moment, so he just felt that something was amiss.

Zhou Tianyuan sighed, "Hopefully Su Yu can come up with a solution himself, otherwise it would be such a pity."

Everyone believed that Su Yu's attainment of enlightenment was a foregone conclusion; if he couldn't, then no one in this generation would be able to.

Zhou Tianqi said calmly, "Alright, don't worry about this for now. It's not your concern. Get ready to return to the human race."

At this point, Zhou Tianyuan revealed a happy smile; he really should return to the human race.

He faked his death to escape and infiltrate the Hunter's Pavilion in order to find out about the traitor Wudi. He never expected that the Great Xuan Mansion would solve the traitor's problem.

Therefore, once this incident is over, there is no need for him to stay in the Hunter's Pavilion any longer.

Similarly, on the other side, Zhu the landlord also told Zhu Tianfang to prepare for his return.

Finally, Landlord Zhu said earnestly, "Son, it's been so many years, shouldn't you find me a daughter-in-law by now? Your younger brother already has a house full of children and grandchildren, you can't fall too far behind, you have to continue the Zhu family line. So, do you have anyone in mind? Should I introduce you to someone?"

Zhu Tianfang said speechlessly, "Dad, the introduction you're talking about, it wouldn't be Yun Ying from Uncle Yun's family, would it?"

Even though he was in the Hunter's Pavilion, he still heard about how Landlord Zhu was trying to find him a wife everywhere, and he was doing so under the guise of helping Zhu Tiandao.

To be honest, with his brother's appearance, it's unlikely he'll be able to find a match. I wonder if he inherited all of Zhu the landlord's good genes, which is why Zhu Tiandao looks just as ugly as Zhu the landlord.

Of course, Zhu Tianfang wouldn't say these things aloud, lest he get beaten up.

Landlord Zhu laughed happily, "How about it? Your dad's eye for talent isn't bad, is it? Yunying is absolutely perfect for you, and our Zhu family will have another invincible member. It's such a win-win situation, hahaha..."

At this point, Landlord Zhu had already begun to dream about the future.

Zhu Tianfang said speechlessly, "Dad, do you think I can subdue her?"

"Why are you suppressing it? Isn't it better to listen to your wife?"

"And then become a henpecked husband like you?" Without thinking, Zhu Tianfang blurted out, and immediately regretted it.

Landlord Zhu chuckled twice: "It's only because you're not in front of me right now, otherwise I'd see how I'd deal with you. I'll remember this for now, and when you come back... heh heh, I'll show you what true filial piety and a loving father mean! What true fatherly love is as solid as a mountain means!"

"..."

Zhu Tianfang said quietly, "Then do you know what the 'Father's Sorrow Alliance' is?"

Landlord Zhu was stunned for a moment. What Avengers? What does that have to do with me?

Zhu Tianfang then explained, "The 'Father's Sorrow Alliance' uses the character 'father' (父) and 'sorrow' (愁)."

Now the landlord Zhu understood.

"So you're planning to team up with your brother and then take revenge on me?"

"Ahem, I didn't say that."

I'm not that stupid. With my current strength plus the power of the Heavenly Dao, I'm no match for you. But things might change once I improve further and the Heavenly Dao attains its Dao...

"Hmph, you're my son, I know exactly what you're up to. If you've got the guts, bring it on! I'm ready!"

Landlord Zhu wasn't afraid of this so-called "Father's Sorrow Alliance." Unless Yun Ying, Yun Chen, Zhou Potian, Zhou Polong, Qin Zhen, and others joined in, there was no chance of defeating him. Otherwise, it was still a long way off for his two sons to think they could overthrow him.

What Zhu the landlord didn't know was that Zhu Tianfang actually had this plan.

The next second, Zhu the landlord's tone changed: "Stop interrupting me. I'm asking you a question. What do you think of Yunying?"

"Uh...it's fine, it's just..."

"Do you think you can't win her over?"

"Ah."

"You should learn from me about this. Why did I marry your mother in the first place?"

Zhu Tianfang asked tentatively, "Because of persistent pestering, because of shamelessness?"

Landlord Zhu, his face darkening, retorted, "I call this perseverance! I call it 'where there's a will, there's a way'! What do you know, kid!"

"Alright, alright, I'll take your word for it. I have some things to take care of, so I'll talk to you later."

After saying that, Zhu Tianfang cut off the communication before Zhu the landlord could speak.

Looking at the now-dimmed communication jade talisman, Zhu the landlord cursed, "That brat, just wait till I get my hands on him!"

Just then, a figure lifted the tent flap and asked with a laugh, "Hey, Old Zhu, who are you cursing?"

Zhu the landlord was startled and quickly put away the communication jade talisman. He said calmly, "Who else can I blame but my good-for-nothing son? So many people have attained enlightenment this time, but he's only at the early stage of the ninth level of the Sun and Moon Realm. He's still a long way from attaining enlightenment. He's made me lose all face!"

"Hehe," Yun Jie didn't expose him, finding it much more enjoyable to watch others act than to watch himself act.

Very interesting!

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Chapter 347 The Final Preparations [Please subscribe! Please vote!]

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"..."

Landlord Zhu remained silent.

He had a strange feeling that Yun Jie's "hehe" contained a lot of meaning, which made him a little flustered.

However, he soon realized that he was just scaring himself.

But he still didn't want to continue on this topic, so he quickly changed the subject, saying, "Old Yun, is there something you need that you suddenly came over for?"

Following Zhu Dizhu's words, Yun Jie said, "Well, I came to you because I wanted you to help me set up a few formations. I'll place them at the entrance of the ruins, and once the fish are caught, I'll trap them like turtles in a jar."

Landlord Zhu looked at Yun Jie in surprise and asked, "Is such a big deal necessary? Could it be that there's some big fish in the sea?"

Landlord Zhu felt that Yun Jie was making a mountain out of a molehill; how could the enemy think they could escape once they entered human territory?

Moreover, creating an array also requires costs. Judging from Yun Jie's tone, the array needed must at least trap Wudi, which would make the cost even higher.

Since the enemy can't escape anyway, it's a waste to produce so much stuff.

Yun Jie shook his head and said seriously, "Everything is to prevent problems before they occur. We've put in so much effort, we can't let a small mistake ruin everything!"

Zhu the landlord stared blankly at Yun Jie, "You're really as steady as an old dog!"

"That……"

"Understood. What resources and materials are needed? My Great Xuan Mansion will provide them, alright?"

Yun Jie was speechless. This old Zhu was really stingy. But whatever, he wouldn't have to share any of the spoils with him.

If you're not proactive when investing, but still expect to get a bargain, forget it!

Hmm, it seems we'll need to send someone to keep an eye on Zhu Tiandao to prevent him from stealing things; that kid is definitely capable of doing it.

Yun Jie never overestimated Zhu Tiandao's integrity. This kid not only inherited his father's looks, but also his shamelessness, learning it perfectly, and even showing signs of surpassing his father.

As expected, after Yun Jie finished speaking, Landlord Zhu immediately beamed with joy.

"Oh, Lao Yun, you're too kind. It's only right that I do my part for the sake of humanity. How could I let you pay for it?"

"Then...why don't you do it?"

"Ahem, never mind, our Daming Prefecture isn't wealthy either, I'm afraid we can't afford that much, you should do it."

"..."

Then what are you pretending to be so righteous about?

However, Yun Jie underestimated the landlord Zhu's shamelessness. Zhu shamelessly asked, "Afterwards, can I take back this formation? Cough cough, it's like this, I'm just making use of waste to avoid waste. What I hate most and can't stand is waste. Waste is shameful!"

Yun Jie looked at Zhu the landlord, and Zhu the landlord looked back at Yun Jie without any guilt. So... is a thick skin something you're born with?

It would be very difficult to develop such a thick skin later in life, right?

However, Yun Jie was too lazy to argue with Landlord Zhu. "Fine, if you want to recycle it, then recycle it."

Landlord Zhu instantly revealed a satisfied smile. Very good, he had "freeloaded" another formation!

Yun Jie didn't want to stay here any longer, so he said directly, "Just have someone contact Yun Chen for the materials and resources you need. You just need to focus on getting the formation set up these next few days."

After saying that, Yun Jie left.

Watching Yun Jie's departing figure, Landlord Zhu chuckled. After Yun Jie had gone far away, he couldn't wait to call out, "Someone come here!"

Soon, a soldier entered the tent, bowed, and said, "Your subordinate greets the Great Ming King."

“Hmm,” Zhu Dizhu said seriously, his usual playful demeanor gone. “You must immediately have someone contact the Great Xuan Prefecture… former prefect Yun Chen, and tell him that I need meteorite iron, purple jade… tear stone and other materials. Tell him to prepare them quickly and send them to me. I need them.”

Although Yun Chen returned to the human realm, having finally relinquished his position as the head of the manor, it wouldn't be so easy for him to take it back. Therefore, Yun Ying remains the head of the Great Xuan Manor.

However, under Yun Ying's "tyranny," Yun Chen had no choice but to ask her to share half of the tasks, otherwise Yun Ying would quit. So Yun Chen took over the logistics work.

Without hesitation, the soldiers accepted the order and quickly headed towards the camps of the four major legions of the Great Xuan Prefecture.

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Soon, Yun Chen received a message from the battlefield of the heavens, and he quickly ordered people to prepare what Zhu Dizhu needed.

Yun Jie had already informed him about this matter beforehand.

The reason why the Great Xuan Palace was able to provide so many things was largely thanks to the myriad races, specifically the great races such as the God Race, Immortal Race, Demon Race, Dragon Race, and Underworld Race, thanks to their annual "aid" to the Great Xuan Palace.

Despite having done this for many years and not being the first time he had praised them, Yun Chen couldn't help but praise them again. These great clans were truly kind people; the Great Xuan Mansion's flourishing development was largely due to their generosity.

Before long, Zhu the landlord got what he needed, and then he began to build the formation without leaving his house.

Although he is usually unreliable, he is quite serious when he does things, and he never cuts corners on what he is supposed to do.

Time passed by, bit by bit.