The Master of Beasts-Chapter 598 - 156:

Xiao Zihe's eyes narrowed, and with a heavy tone, he said, "City Lord, are you sure you want to get involved in the affairs between the Black Sea Demon and our Xiao Family?"

"The Xiao Family? How much foundation do you really have now? You're a Third Elder with considerable power within the family, yet you haven't even reached Golden Immortal Cultivation."

"As for the Black Sea Demon, let's not even mention whether it can enter the Golden Desert. Even if I were outside, would it dare to kill me?" Chen Jiuge sneered.

"You will have to leave the frontier zone sooner or later, and this Star Moon City isn't yours. How could a higher-level murder leave traces?" Xiao Zihe said calmly.

"Ding,"

A wooden plaque, neither gold nor iron, fell onto the solid wood table, emitting a peculiar jingling sound.

"What a coincidence, this Star Moon City is indeed mine right now," Chen Jiuge taunted.

"I'll give your Xiao Family two choices: first, go back quietly and pretend this never happened."

"Second, send someone over, and let's fight!"

Xiao Zihe clenched his fists. Having a fight was laughable. Destroying a Star Moon City wasn't difficult, but what did the Xiao Family have to resist the Five Elements Sect?

"Plop,"

A strange, simple porcelain doll was placed on the table by Chen Jiuge.

"This is a substitute treasure that can let your ancestor escape this catastrophe."

Xiao Zihe's pupils contracted momentarily, then he calmed down and said, "You're willing to give me such a valuable treasure? Just for Xiao Hong?"

"Of course not. You have to give me Beauty Valley, and also supply me with additional resources, and as for Xiao Hong, let's not bring her up again."

.......

Having left Star Moon City, Xiao Zihe still felt somewhat dizzy, his Divine Sense repeatedly scanning the substitute porcelain doll in the Storage Ring, and the shock in his eyes had not dissipated.

"He actually gave it to me."

"Rest assured, our Xiao Family keeps its word!"

Within the City Lord Mansion, Xiao Hong said with some emotion, "You've gone to such lengths for me; how should I ever thank you?"

Seeing Xiao Hong's eyes almost tearing up, Chen Jiuge quickly waved his hands, saying, "No, no, no, that thing might have some issues, and I'm not even sure if it can save a Daluo."

"Frankly speaking, I wouldn't risk using such an unknown thing as a substitute."

The emotion in Xiao Hong's eyes subsided slightly, but it was still quite intense.

"Ahem, let's talk business," Chen Jiuge changed the subject, "this was given by my Ancestor, you two can use immortal power to activate it and remove the Origin Secret Storage marks on you."

"Thank you, City Lord. I owe you my life!" the Black Crow Elder said excitedly.

The Origin Secret Storage gave the Black Crow Elder hope to advance further, but this hope was too small; compared to becoming a Golden Immortal, the Black Crow Elder more wanted to see his granddaughter grow up.

Not all Loose Cultivators aspire to become high and mighty figures.

Somewhat awkwardly leaving the hall, Chen Jiuge wandered around until he returned to Star Moon Pond.

Seeing the lively and carefree Spiritual Beasts, Chen Jiuge felt a sense of relief and said with some emotion, "I really do prefer this kind of atmosphere!"

"My lord, your Spiritual Tea," Ci Yao timely handed over a cup of Spiritual Energy-infused Spiritual Tea.

"Ha-ha, I was just about to say, and you've got it ready already."

"This is your habit, my lord, it's also my job," Ci Yao smiled.

"Let's take a stroll."

"Yes, my lord."

As they walked, a colt with clear eyes affectionately nuzzled close, and Chen Jiuge casually patted its head, asking, "Having been by my side all these years, always doing miscellaneous chores, do you have any grievances?"

Ci Yao shook her head, "How could we bear any grudge against you, my lord; we're grateful to you from the bottom of our hearts."

"That's good to hear. Actually, I don't like all the fighting and killing."

"Indeed, it's the first time I've realized that life can be so fulfilling beyond fighting and killing."

"If you like this life, then hold onto it tight, but don't forget to cultivate," Chen Jiuge said cheerfully.

"Of course, we are always your first line of defense!" Ci Yao knelt on one knee.

"Ah, let's avoid such unnecessary formalities; let's go ride horses."

.....

"Drip, drip,"

Some fetid water dripping relentlessly from the ceiling of a dim dungeon, in which sat a particularly tall skeletal figure.

"Xiao San!"

"Swish,"

The figure sitting cross-legged suddenly opened his eyes. They were eyes filled with violence, filled with slaughter. After seeing the person in front of him, Xiao San's expression slowly calmed down.

"What are you here for?"

Candle Dragon Jiuyin threw out a piece of irregular, still wriggling flesh, and said calmly, "Eat it. The organization will need your strength soon."

Xiao San picked up the piece of flesh, and the suppressed madness in his eyes continued to rise. He said painfully, "One day..."

"Is there really no problem?" Suddenly someone appeared beside Candle Dragon Jiuyin as he walked through the void.

"No problem at all, just a useless piece of trash. Without our help, he would have gone mad long ago." Candle Dragon Jiuyin said disdainfully.

The Ancestor of the Xiao Family, heh, just a madman who strayed from the right path, but using him as a pawn is just perfect to stir up this boring world.

The heavy dungeon ceiling slowly opened, and scattered sunlight fell on Xiao San's somewhat pale face.

"It's been so long since I've seen such bright sunlight."

"Come, see me!"

The overbearing voice echoed throughout the Xiao Family's territory.

"If you want me to be a pawn, then let's see who can outdo whom!"

....

The Jiang Family

The Jiang Family was once extremely prosperous, even if it had a low reputation outside, almost indistinguishable, the daily expenses of its family members were extremely extravagant, far surpassing those of major sect disciples.

But now, the once bustling family land visibly withered away, yellowing leaves falling to the ground, giving a sense of decline.

"Squeak"

The somewhat mottled redwood door slowly opened, and Jiang Kui slowly walked into the room.

The once unrestrained Golden Immortal Great Power was now all thin and frail, the eyes always carrying a trace of sadness.

"It's Jiang Kui." Jiang Ming suppressed his cough, said.

"Clan Leader."

"Hmm."

After a long silence, Jiang Ming weakly said, "I have something for you to do."

"Why?" replied Jiang Kui, answering with a non-question.

"Why what?"

"Why become this vanguard, why drag the Jiang Family into such struggles?" Jiang Kui said, suppressing his anger.

"Do you have a choice?" Jiang Ming's figure stepped out from the shadow, his bloodless face full of helplessness.

"Don't know, or don't want to say?" Looking at Jiang Kui who wasn't speaking, Jiang Ming sneered twice.

"I tell you, there is no choice. Do you think our Jiang family is so strong? Why do you think we can develop so quickly after hiding most of our fame?"

"I tell you, that's because of the Beast God Sect, because of the support of others, that's why our Jiang family could grow to this extent."

"But, so many Golden Immortals, why send them to their deaths?" Jiang Kui retorted.

"Are they ours? Do you really think a secret technique can control Golden Immortals? Don't be ridiculous, ah cough cough."

After coughing vigorously twice, Jiang Ming collected his emotions and said calmly, "You don't need to ask so much, nor doubt. I do all this for the Jiang family."

"This time, I want you to find that little fellow we brought back before, he seems to be called Chen Jiuge." 𝒇𝓻𝓮𝓮𝙬𝙚𝒃𝒏𝓸𝙫𝒆𝙡.𝓬𝓸𝒎

"Chen Jiuge?" Jiang Kui frowned, searching through past memories, finally spotting his figure in pieces.

"Yes, this little guy is very capable. We overlooked him before, but now he's someone. Your task is simple, build a good relationship with him, and eventually get him to join us."

"You just need to mention the name Candle Dragon Jiuyin to him."

Seeing Jiang Kui wanting to ask, Jiang Ming waved, "Even though both of us are Golden Immortals, in front of the truly big figures, Daluo are just pawns. Do your own work, that's enough."

Filled with thoughts, Jiang Kui cupped his hands and saluted, then withdrew.

Jiang Ming looked down at the bulging lump in his palm, blood trickling from the corner of his mouth, his face full of ferocity, "Don't blame me, I haven't lived enough, I don't want to die yet."

"Chen Jiuge, Chen Jiuge, just a mere Heavenly Immortal, yet he can gain the attention of that distinguished person, I really want, so much want to know his secret!"

After the muttering, there was a beast-like wailing, anger, and after a long while, the room returned to peace.

On the other side, after receiving the family's message, Jiang Kui set off alone for the Golden Desert.

"Candle Dragon Jiuyin, what exactly are you?"

"I hope this little fellow can answer my questions."

Jiang Kui sighed deeply, this world has already changed, changed beyond recognition.