The sky was just beginning to lighten, with a faint hint of white in the east. Last night's moonlight had been so bright, but now a strong wind was blowing, and the sky was like a dark iron curtain, covering the entire world.
"I've thought about it," Hai Bo Dong said. "The overall structure of Maple City doesn't need to change much. For the vacant positions among our subordinates, we can temporarily promote a few clever ones to take over. As long as we are here, things below won't get chaotic."
"However, we also have a problem now. We've lost an income source. We can't rely on alchemy to support Maple City like Han Feng did, and Miss Cao Ying will eventually return to Central State."
"So, relying solely on entrance fees and the income from within the city is slightly insufficient to maintain the normal operation of Maple City. Although you might not care about this place, since we are establishing ourselves here, I still want to revitalize Maple City, at least so it doesn't regress."
In the hall on the first floor, a group of people gathered, listening to Hai Bo Dong's rambling.
Controlling a force was completely different from cultivating alone; there were undoubtedly many more things to consider.
Chen Xiao, seated in the main position, nodded slightly. "This problem is quite simple. We can also hold the most popular auctions in the Black-Corner Region. Once the people from the Mitre Family arrive, this matter can be slowly put into operation, which will be enough to support Maple City's operation."
"In addition, after this turmoil passes, Elder Hai, you can have someone notify the various forces in the Black-Corner Region that from now on, our Maple City will sell information for experts above the Dou Wang level. Whether it's natural treasures or other aspects, as long as they can afford the price, we can provide them with information to gather resources!"
The premonitions in his mind were too limited if they only predicted things he would use himself.
Taking advantage of this opportunity, Chen Xiao could make its function more effective.
For example, those four Netherworld Poison Flames, Chen Xiao had no intention of predicting them. He kept the closest clue as a backup, and the other three clues were useless to him.
But for some people, this information was extremely valuable.
The same went for other things. Human power had its limits. Chen Xiao and the people around him couldn't collect all the good things; they simply didn't have that much energy.
Under this premise, selling information was a good way to handle things.
However, Chen Xiao's premonition opportunities couldn't be left unused forever, so he raised the service threshold to above Dou Wang, which could effectively filter out ninety-nine percent of the people.
As for what these people would inquire about, Chen Xiao could completely predict it in advance. He could first use premonition to summarize a large amount of information as a backup. By then, it would be enough to deal with most people. Even if there were omissions, Chen Xiao could just check again after completing the subsequent premonition.
"Selling information? That's a business with no capital, but it requires a very high standard for our information network," Hai Bo Dong said, somewhat surprised.
"It's fine, I have my channels."
Hearing this, Hai Bo Dong nodded slightly and didn't ask for more details.
"Chen Xiao, should we give ourselves a domineering name, like the Black Emperor Sect?"
Zi Yan excitedly took over the conversation. Managing a force was also a very new thing for her.
"We can consider it. You can think about it slowly. Just tell me when you think of a good one."
This matter was insignificant, and Chen Xiao didn't care.
The Black-Corner Region was just a transition for him; he wouldn't spend too much time here.
Little Fairy Doctor was more concerned about the current issue. Only after Zi Yan quieted down did she ask.
"The turmoil you just mentioned is?"
"It's about Han Feng. This guy has a very high status in the Black-Corner Region, and his wealth is enviable. Now that he's in trouble, there's no reason for these forces in the Black-Corner Region to miss this opportunity. If we want to truly establish ourselves in the Black-Corner Region and avoid future trouble, we still need a deterrent..."
As he was speaking, Chen Xiao suddenly looked up at the distant sky.
Little Fairy Doctor and the others were startled. They also sensed something and immediately stood up.
"They came quite fast, but without Dou Zong experts, they can't cause much trouble," Cao Xi chuckled and shook his head, completely disregarding these uninvited guests.
"The Fourth Elder can just hold the line for us. We don't need you to make a move against them."
Chen Xiao shook his sleeves, poured out the Little Heaven Swallowing Python, fed it a bottle of Fire Spirit Paste, and then took the Little Fairy Doctor, Zi Yan, and Hai Bo Dong to meet them.
With the Medusa Queen having advanced to Dou Zong, bringing her along was more than enough to handle today's situation.
Watching the four leave the Bamboo Building, Cao Xi then looked at Cao Ying, who was still studying the pill formula.
"Chen Xiao mentioned before that he had a friend with some physical issues who needed an Alchemist with a Heavenly Flame to help. He was probably talking about this Little Fairy Doctor. Although the Little Fairy Doctor hasn't said much these past few days, it's clear that they have a good relationship, and Chen Xiao values her greatly."
Listening to Cao Xi's reminder, Cao Ying didn't even lift her head.
"Fourth Uncle, don't overthink it. He needs a trustworthy Alchemist who can help him in the future, and he also needs this Alchemist to help solve the Little Fairy Doctor's problem. That's why he gave me that cultivation technique. And I can't refuse what he's given me. It's that simple for now."
Cao Xi was speechless, unable to refute.
"When will you start cultivating the new technique?"
"Tonight, I guess. That cultivation technique is a bit strange and might affect my strength. The sooner I start cultivating it, the sooner I can eliminate the effects. I don't want to waste too much energy on this."
Because she had promised Chen Xiao not to reveal the Burning Art, Cao Ying spoke rather vaguely.
As a result, even now, Cao Xi didn't know that the Burning Art was a low-grade Yellow Tier cultivation technique.
Of course, this was only temporary.
Cao Ying had already mastered the Green Lotus Core Flame. In her opinion, even if her realm was likely to drop after cultivating the Burning Art, as long as she devoured the Green Lotus Core Flame and evolved the Burning Art, her strength would quickly recover.
So, it wasn't a big problem.
"Do you have any Frost Spirit Pills left?"
"There are two left, which should be enough. Although the Sea Heart Flame ranks slightly higher than the Green Lotus Core Flame, it has already been refined by Han Feng once, and I also have experience refining a Heavenly Flame. With your help, Fourth Uncle, and Chen Xiao's help, my confidence in refining the Sea Heart Flame is only higher, not lower, than with the Green Lotus Core Flame."
Cao Xi nodded gently, feeling much more at ease.
...
Above Maple City.
Chen Xiao and the other three stood steadily, watching the figures rapidly approaching in their line of sight. There were a total of nine people.
Leading the group were two elders dressed in gold and silver robes. Their faces were almost identical, both with white hair and beards, and their features looked as if they were carved from the same mold.
In the Black-Corner Region, with such appearances, the answer was obvious.
The Gold Silver Two Elders!
Two peak Dou Huang powerhouses!
To the left of these two was a middle-aged man in a blue robe. On his robe were embroidered patterns of ferocious Magical Beasts, looking quite gaudy.
The aura he displayed was at the Dou Huang level, not much different from Hai Bo Dong.
Behind this man were three half-human, half-beast deformed species. From them, one could find many characteristics of Magical Beasts, such as unusually prominent horns, elephant trunks, and eagle beaks.
These three half-beasts were all Dou Wang powerhouses.
"Beast Taming Sect..."
Recognizing the origins of these individuals and seeing the several half-beasts, Chen Xiao immediately understood who the Demon Transformation Pills in Han Feng's Storage Ring were refined for.
To the right of the Gold Silver Two Elders was a burly middle-aged man with several knife scars on his face, appearing particularly sinister. His strength was slightly inferior to the Beast Taming Sect Master, being a three-star Dou Huang.
Behind this man were two bare-chested strong men, both with Dou Wang strength.
Four Dou Huangs and five Dou Wangs – this lineup looked several times more luxurious than Chen Xiao's side.
As Chen Xiao sized up the nine individuals, the Gold Silver Two Elders and others on the opposite side were also scanning them.
"Only one ordinary Dou Huang, how could Han Feng have fallen into their hands?"
The Gold Silver Two Elders exchanged glances, their thoughts connected, both sensing that something was amiss.
Immediately, the old man in the golden robe flew forward and casually cupped his hands.
"There's no need for you gentlemen to be nervous. My brother and I are here simply to reclaim what belongs to us. Since you killed Han Feng, you must have examined his Storage Ring. A few months ago, my brother and I entrusted Han Feng to refine two Azure Underworld Longevity Pills, two Sect Breaking Pills, three Royal Extreme Pills, and three Dou Ling Pills for us. We have no intention of interfering with the grievances between you and Han Feng, but please return the pills that are rightfully ours."
Glancing at the dark blue Storage Ring on Chen Xiao's finger, a hint of greed flashed in the golden-robed old man's eyes as he rattled off a list of pills that Han Feng had not yet handed over.
"However, due to time constraints, perhaps Han Feng hasn't finished refining all of my brother's and my pills. This is understandable. It's also acceptable if you return our medicinal ingredients."
Listening to the old man's words, Chen Xiao couldn't help but laugh.
Do you even hear yourself? You're already at the peak of Dou Huang, wanting Sect Breaking Pills is understandable, but Dou Ling Pills and Royal Extreme Pills...
Could you be any more fake?
Glancing at him, Chen Xiao couldn't be bothered to respond.
As the golden-robed old man's voice fell, the Beast Taming Sect Master also flew forward.
"My Beast Taming Sect also entrusted Han Feng to refine three Demon Transformation Pills, two Royal Extreme Pills, and two Dou Ling Pills."
Following closely, the burly man with the scarred face stepped forward: "Han Feng and I, Kui Sha, were close friends. Not only did you kill him, but you also occupied Maple City. My Kui Wolf Gang demands an explanation!"
These three parties, in ten sentences, were spouting nonsense in at least eight of them.
Understanding their intentions, Chen Xiao didn't want to waste any more words and directly summoned the Medusa Queen.
Looking at the Medusa Queen who appeared in the bright light, the Gold Silver Two Elders nodded slightly.
A one-star Dou Zong, now that made sense.
Otherwise, with Han Feng's strength, it would have been impossible for him to be easily suppressed and killed.
"Quick battle, don't drag it out for too long. Just force them to compromise. There are quite a few people secretly watching this place, don't become a laughingstock."
The Gold Silver Two Elders secretly communicated with the Beast Taming Sect Master and Kui Sha through sound transmission.
Together, the two of them could fight a low-star Dou Zong for a short period and hold them back, but if they dragged it out for a long time, they had no chance of winning.
Therefore, to achieve their goal today, they could only rely on the Kui Wolf Gang and the Beast Taming Sect.
On the opposite side, Chen Xiao was quickly assigning opponents.
"These two old guys are yours. After this is dealt with, I'll take you into Jia Nan Academy tomorrow."
The Medusa Queen glanced at him but didn't speak, simply stepping forward and locking onto the Gold Silver Two Elders.
Hai Bo Dong smiled and flew forward, locking onto the Beast Taming Sect's Sect Master.
Little Fairy Doctor, on the other hand, fixed her cold gaze on the three-star Dou Huang, Kui Sha. Her eyes held only calm killing intent, completely fearless.
However, just as Little Fairy Doctor was about to make a move, Chen Xiao reached out and pulled her back.
"Let me handle it. Try not to go all out."
With the Woeful Poison Body, Little Fairy Doctor's combat power was naturally not low, far exceeding those of the same rank.
But every time she went all out, it would bring the Woeful Poison Body one step closer to losing control.
Therefore, unless absolutely necessary, this situation had to be avoided as much as possible.
Little Fairy Doctor also knew her own condition. The killing intent in her eyes faded, and she said softly, "Be careful."
Chen Xiao nodded, didn't give any further instructions to the eager Zi Yan, and flew straight out. His icy Dou Qi circulated throughout his body, and he suddenly threw a punch towards Kui Sha, officially kicking off this great battle.
"Han Feng instructed before his death that anyone who covets hisrelic shall be killed without mercy. Since you were his close friend, then go die with him!"
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