Under One Person, your rebellious life has reached the heavens?

"I don't know much about their abilities, only a little... But I really don't know where they are. I'm guilty. I just thought of this way to meet you and exchange my skills for a way to survive."

"Humph."

The head of the Wang family was slightly displeased. He had originally wanted to seize the remaining ultimate techniques before everyone else, but he had failed.

"Please don't worry, Mr. Wang..."

"I will first summon the Spirit Binding and Commanding Generals to you. After you have verified them, I will then summon the leaders of other sects to interrogate me."

"At that time, I will be a prisoner of your Wang family. I will tell you everything I know. If you say a few nice words, it would be easy to save my life. Besides, you will have time to see the ability to summon spirits and command generals in the next two days."

It must be said that Feng Tianyang's proposal truly appealed to the Wang family patriarch. Without any hesitation, he looked down at this traitor who had betrayed his brothers to save his own life and couldn't help but sneer:

"The Wang family keeps its word. If we say we'll protect you, we will. As for matters between us, I hope you'll keep your mouth shut."

"Yes...yes...thank you so much, Boss Wang, for your mercy!!!"

"You are like my second parents, I am so grateful."

Feng Tianyang breathed a sigh of relief; he had finally completed this risky move.

"What puzzles me is why you chose my Wang family?"

“Those idiots down there may not know, but I know that if you want to hide forever, it will be difficult for us to find you. Why bother?”

Feng Tianyang looked up and, under the scrutiny of the Wang family head, sighed helplessly:

“When we swore brotherhood, there was a traitor among us. Even when we were finally comprehending the ultimate technique, the traitor was still there. I was afraid that they would beat us to it in the future, so I had to find a way to protect myself.”

"Both you and the Lü family are the ones I've chosen to pledge allegiance to, but... the Lü family lives too far away, and I'm afraid there might be risks involved, so I've come here to you. These are my heartfelt words; I beg you, Boss Wang, to understand!!!"

The head of the Wang family smiled pleasingly and said:

"Then you, Feng Tianyang, aren't completely stupid. Fine, protecting your life isn't difficult. I'll contact the various sects later. From now on, you'll be a dog of the Wang family. As long as we have meat to eat, you'll have plenty of bones to gnaw on. Understand?"

"Understood, I am willing to follow your lead."

Subsequently, the head of the Wang family ordered someone to bring paper, pen, and ink, and Feng Tianyang wrote down the details of binding spirits and commanding generals without reservation.

He knew his limits and did not seek all the abilities of this unique skill. He only wanted to gain the greatest benefit within his capabilities. Methods that exceeded his limits often carried the risk of going berserk, so he would not hesitate to give them to the Wang family.

"Here, take your time to consider. You can send your clansmen to learn it. If there are any drawbacks after they have mastered it, you can kill me on the spot, and I will have no complaints."

Feng Tianyang confidently assured him that the Wang family members were not skilled in spirit control, and their cultivation speed would not be that fast in a short period of time, far from being out of control. He was certain that the other party would not make things difficult for him.

"good....."

The head of the Wang family glanced at the cultivation technique, then handed it to the elders beside him, saying respectfully, "Uncles, I'll trouble you to do it for me."

"That's right. Anyway, we're all already halfway to our graves. If something goes wrong during training, it's fine as long as it doesn't affect the children in the clan. Let's give it a try."

An old man said with great anticipation.

“Senior, you are joking... Once this technique is mastered, after you die, your Wang family disciples can capture your soul, so that it can remain in the world.”

Feng Tianyang flattered, lowering his posture considerably. He knew that as long as he pleased these old fogies, his life would be safe under the protection of the Wang family.

"Oh? Really?"

The old man was intrigued. In this light, it was indeed a method for achieving immortality. After a hundred years, there would be no need for burial, and all his knowledge could be passed on to the younger generation of the clan, allowing them to avoid detours. The future prosperity of the Wang family would almost be inevitable.

“It is true, I dare not lie. If I have spoken such nonsense, may I be struck by lightning.”

Feng Tianyang's advancement in the art of capturing and commanding spirits was faster and higher than that of these four people, and he did not believe that it was difficult for the captured souls to exist in the world.

The head of the Wang family laughed loudly, patted Feng Tianyang on the shoulder, and quickly told him to get up.

"What's done is done, but the future can be shaped. Since you've come to your senses, Brother Feng, let bygones be bygones of the foolish things you did before."

"Mr. Wang, you're too kind. Please bear with me."

Thus, the deal was completed, and Feng Tianyang seized the initiative, completely cornering the other seven before they could make a move.

"I have another request. Mr. Wang, could you please help me?"

The head of the Wang family was in a good mood and did not refuse. He drank his tea and nodded to signal him to continue.

"How exactly did the news of my sworn brotherhood with the demon leak out?"

“You’re well-informed, do you have any leads? That traitor caused me to be displaced and hunted down. I can’t swallow this resentment. I have to find a chance to tear a piece of flesh off him.”

Upon hearing this, the head of the Wang family chuckled and teased, "What? If the mole doesn't leak the information, are you still going to follow the devil down this dark path?"

"No, that's not it. I just took advantage of the Demon Lord's opportunity. Once I got my hands on this amazing skill, I naturally wanted to sever all ties. It's not just me; I think everyone else thinks the same way."

Feng Tianyang's statement was a mix of truth and falsehood, and carried a hint of self-deprecation.

"I know you're smart enough to distance yourself from the devil from now on. Otherwise, if I were to protect your life, my Wang family would have a hard time explaining to everyone. Don't cause me any more trouble."

After giving his warning, the Wang family patriarch, seeing Feng Tianyang's submissive attitude, didn't mind sharing a few words with him.

"You'll have to figure out what I'm about to say for yourself. I don't know who it is."

“I know some people from the Lu family. You should know that our four families have always been on good terms, right? It’s common for us to spy on each other. Like this time, I asked an old friend and found out that the guy who revealed your sworn brotherhood and sent the intelligence was a very short guy. He didn’t stay long, delivered the letter, and ran away.”

Feng Tianyang was startled, instantly identifying two suspects, and frowned, saying, "Is he very short...?"

"When did the Lu family receive the news?"

"Even earlier than Xiaozhan, it must be firsthand information, delivered personally by one of your moles."

The head of the Wang family was also very curious and continued to question, "Do you remember any of the short men among the bandits you swore brotherhood with?"

"Have."

Feng Tianyang narrowed his eyes, a murderous intent rising within him, as two familiar figures flashed through his mind.

"Zhang Huaiyi of the Celestial Master's Mansion."

“Ma Benzai from Tiangongtang.”

"Before we can comprehend the ultimate technique, I can confirm that the traitor is still present, and it must be one of these two."

Upon hearing this clue, the head of the Wang family made a judgment immediately.

"Then the person you're looking for might be Zhang Huaiyi. Tiangongtang and Sanyimen have no connection, so there's no need for them to do this."

“But Zhang Huaiyi, who comes from the Celestial Master’s Mansion, is different. The two factions are on good terms, and he is also one of the candidates for the next Celestial Master of the Celestial Master’s Mansion.”

"If it really was him, after obtaining the ultimate skill, he would have fled back to the mountains, been protected by the Celestial Master's Mansion, and had the Celestial Master clear his name. The Sanyi Sect probably wouldn't have made things difficult for him."

The words of the Wang family patriarch coincided with Feng Tianyang's thoughts, and at the same time, he became even more frightened, saying:

"Boss Wang, do you think Zhang Huaiyi might have already fled back to the mountains?"

"If the Celestial Master and other seniors interrogate me then, and Zhang Huaiyi secretly plots to take my life through the Celestial Master, what should I do?"

Seeing his uncertain expression, the head of the Wang family sneered:

“Brother Feng, you are quite shrewd, but your vision is too narrow. With my Wang family mediating, it won’t be so easy for the Celestial Master’s Mansion to kill you.”

"If the Celestial Master really wants to take your life, so be it. This fire will still burn down to the Celestial Master's Mansion. I'd like to see how this guy protects his traitorous disciple."

"Sigh... People's hearts are unpredictable. I hope Mr. Wang will help me out then."

Feng Tianyang was truly panicked. He had to prepare for the worst, in case the Celestial Master was secretly harboring Zhang Huaiyi and there was a chance he would kill him to silence him.

"Don't worry, even if the King of Heaven himself came, he wouldn't be able to touch you in the slightest on my Wang family's territory."

The Wang family head, relying on his thousand-year-old lineage and profound heritage, believed that if a real fight broke out, the one who would suffer would be the Celestial Master's Mansion, which had disciples participating in the sworn brotherhood.

"Okay... then I'll trouble you." Feng Tianyang secretly breathed a sigh of relief.

"By the way, have you used up your 'Qingqing'?"

Suddenly, the head of the Wang family thought of this crucial method, which might be able to wipe out all the other thieves with extraordinary skills in one fell swoop.

"This... there was originally more, but when we left, Gu Qiting suggested that we destroy it all, because there was a mole inside at the time, and no one could be trusted. We all accepted his suggestion."

Feng Tianyang no longer relied on Xiqing. All the communications he received before and after were fraught with danger, and none of the people who went there ever came back alive.

"Is that so...? What you said makes sense."

The head of the Wang family sighed with regret. He wanted all seven of the remaining unique skills, but he was at a loss as to how to find the whereabouts of these bastards.

"Did the restrictions that demon placed on you limit you in many ways?"

"Yes... He claims that no one in the world can solve his mystery. If it weren't for the risk to his life, I would definitely be willing to share some of the secrets I know with Boss Wang."

Feng Tianyang sighed with worry. After learning how to control spirits, he thought that the Gu worms that lingered deep in his soul were also a kind of spirit. He tried to control them, but failed repeatedly. He also suffered the pain of the Gu worms biting his soul, which almost drove him crazy.

That thing was far more troublesome than he had imagined, but fortunately the constraints imposed on it were not harsh, so it was better than nothing.

The head of the Wang family dismissed this, saying nonchalantly:

"It's just the demon's opinion. In a couple of days, some renowned figures from various sects will be coming over. I'll ask them then if they have any way to help you."

"Thank you, Boss Wang!!"

Feng Tianyang appeared pleased, but inwardly he was disdainful. How could the methods of a thousand-year-old monster be so easily deciphered? What merit or ability did a mere mortal of a hundred years possess?

"Brother Feng, go and settle in for now. You don't need to worry about the rest."

“The brute in the clan is ignorant and has seriously injured you. I’ll have my son bring you some medicinal wine to rub on your wounds later. We’ll have a family banquet tonight to properly reward you, our hero.”

The head of the Wang family spoke amiably, his attitude completely different from before.

For those in power from established business families, everything is driven by profit. They have no absolute friends or enemies. As long as they can bring enough benefits, there is room for negotiation on everything.

"Ah! Then I will accept your kindness."

Feng Tianyang's face lit up with joy, and he clasped his hands in thanks.

He knew that the Wang family's stance had already shifted to his side, and his life was no longer in danger.

"No need for formalities, Brother Feng. Once this matter is settled, whether you wish to stay and work for my Wang family or retire from the martial world and live a peaceful life, it is up to you."

The head of the Wang family made a generous promise, his face beaming with smiles, but a cold glint flashed in his eyes. He was determined to devour this self-righteous loser until not a bone was left.

Chapter 203 Gaining an Advantage

The 15th day of the seventh lunar month.

Shanghai, under a starry moonlit night, Gu Qi'an, located at the Quanxing stronghold, received an anonymous letter. His trusted confidant beside him unfolded the letter, his pupils contracting slightly, and then began to read it aloud:

“Zheng Zibu, Tongtianlu”.

"With Ma Ben here, divine strategies are refined a hundred times."

"Duanmu Ying, Dual-Handed Technique."

"Zhou Sheng, Feng Hou Qi Men".

“Wind nourishes the heavens, restrains spirits and dispatches generals.”

"Guqi Pavilion, Daluo Cave View".

"Zhang Huaiyi, the source of Qi."

"Ruan Feng, the Six Treasuries Immortal Thief".

"The eight followed the demon to discover the immortals, comprehend the secrets of heaven, and obtain eight extraordinary skills, all of which are superior to the unique skills of various schools."

These few words immediately drew Gu Qi'an's attention, who was reading scriptures. He stopped what he was doing and asked in surprise:

"Who sent it?"

"Reporting to the sect leader, there was no signature. My subordinates received it yesterday and delivered it to you immediately."

"What...how do we deal with this?!"

The speaker was none other than the ragged old man who had been in charge of monitoring the surrounding area downstairs from the gambling den. The dozen or so demons present stood like statues on both sides, but he was of high status and was able to sit down on the sofa next to the young man.

"Eight magical skills?"

"That sounds impressive, but I wonder how effective the methods will be..."

In addition to the martial arts manuals passed down by his master, Gu Qi'an also learned many other techniques, such as the impure fire and thunder breathing techniques from the East.

For a moment, his interest seemed to wane. For him, cultivation techniques were always external; he didn't have the extra time to cultivate miscellaneous methods. Obtaining them was like having a chicken bone to burn, but watching such a lucrative opportunity slip away felt like a waste.

The ragged old man seemed to sense his thoughts, his relaxed brows furrowing slightly, and he immediately advised:

"Sect Leader, since you have nothing better to do, why don't you go and meet those righteous people?"

"These eight people possess extraordinary skills, which will surely bring them death. If those hypocrites can seize them, why can't we?"