Chapter 389 Grand Tutor of the Profound Realm? The Second Elder of the Huang Family Kneels!

"I wonder, little friend... how do you know our Huang Family's Grand Elder? Where is your residence? Who are your Elders?"

Huang Wuji's tone suddenly shifted, seemingly casual, but his cloudy old eyes flickered with a shrewd light.

This was clearly testing his background.

Jiang Yun smiled slightly.

He naturally understood what Huang Wuji was thinking.

He smiled composedly and responded calmly.

"Junior met Elder Huang Mu at the Appraisers Guild."

Appraisers Guild?

Huang Wuji's brow twitched slightly.

"Elder Huang Mu saw that Junior had a bit of talent in the path of appraisal, so he bestowed this Guest Elder Token."

Jiang Yun's tone was calm.

"If Senior does not believe it, you can go back and ask Elder Huang Mu, then it will be clear."

He paused and added: "As for the residence and Elders... Junior comes from a borderland, and there are no prominent Elders in my Family. Being valued by Elder Huang Mu is just because Junior has... some accomplishments in Appraisal Techniques."

Having said this, Jiang Yun spoke no more.

He didn't explain the specific accomplishments, nor why Huang Mu gave him the token.

He didn't say everything.

Leaving blanks for Huang Wuji to fill in himself.

And Huang Wuji at this moment.

Was indeed imagining wildly.

Appraisers Guild?

A bit of talent?

Bestowed a Guest Elder Token?

These keywords linked together, and a bolt of lightning suddenly flashed through Huang Wuji's mind.

He remembered the major event that occurred at the Starfall District Appraisers Guild a few days ago.

That event had caused quite a stir even among the high-level members of their Huang Family.

A sixteen years old Prodigy Appraiser had emerged out of nowhere, shocking the entire Appraisers Guild with an inconceivable level of appraisal.

This person's attainments in Appraisal Techniques had already reached the Grand Tutor Level!

In a single day, he went from being an unknown nobody to a Grand Tutor Level Master who caused a sensation in the provincial city.

He vaguely remembered the name was.

Grand Tutor Dongxuan!

A sixteen years old Grand Tutor Level Appraiser!

What kind of concept was that?

In the hundreds of years since the Appraisers Guild was founded, there had never been such a young Grand Tutor Level Appraiser.

It could be said to be unprecedented and unrepeatable...

That youth was only sixteen years old.

At that time, this matter caused a huge commotion among the various major powers in the provincial city.

Major powers vied to recruit him, offering all sorts of sky-high conditions.

The Appraisers Guild even directly appointed him as a Grand Elder, with a status equal to the Chairman.

Their Huang Family also made a gesture.

They sent a Guest Elder Token.

Along with some extra benefits and treatment to seek a relationship.

This matter had also spread within the Huang Family.

After all, only seven Guest Elder Tokens had been issued in total, and each one required a vote by the Council of Elders to pass.

This time, Grand Elder Huang Mu personally proposed it, and the Council of Elders passed it unanimously, giving a Guest Elder Token to that youth.

After all, a sixteen years old Grand Tutor Level Appraiser possessed infinite possibilities and a boundless future.

Such a Prodigy could only be befriended and not offended.

At that time, Huang Wuji still felt it was a bit of an overreaction.

A sixteen-year-old youth, no matter how Heaven-Defying his Appraisal Techniques were, wouldn't justify using a Guest Elder Token, right?

But now, looking at the composed and calm appearance of this sixteen-year-old youth before him, Huang Wuji's heart rate suddenly accelerated.

Appraisers Guild...

Guest Elder Token...

sixteen years old...

Grand Tutor Level...

These keywords collided wildly in his mind, making his scalp tingle.

His gaze toward Jiang Yun suddenly changed.

In that look, there was shock, disbelief, incredulity, and a kind of... awe that he hadn't even noticed himself.

"Could it be..."

Huang Wuji's voice was even trembling slightly.

He subconsciously lowered his posture.

He asked softly.

"May I ask if little friend is... Great Master Dong Xuan?!"

Great Master Dong Xuan.

When these four words came out of Huang Wuji's mouth, his voice was trembling.

Not from fear, but from shock.

A sixteen years old Grand Tutor Level Appraiser, the weight of this identity was even heavier than his status as the Huang Family's Second Elder.

Because behind a Grand Tutor Level Appraiser stood the entire Appraisers Guild.

Blood Lady trembled all over when she heard the words Great Master Dong Xuan.

She trembled.

Great Master Dong Xuan?

That rumored sixteen years old Grand Tutor Level Appraiser from a while ago?

Her eyes widened.

She looked at Jiang Yun in disbelief.

What did this mean?

Could it be that this Master Jiang before her was the Grand Tutor Dongxuan who had caused a sensation in the provincial city and whose fame had spread far and wide?!!

She thought of Jiang Yun's performance within the Secret Realm.

That appraisal ability was simply like using a cheat.

Even a top-tier High Grade Appraiser wouldn't be that ridiculous!

Now it seemed that it all made sense!

Iron Mountain Liu was even more completely dazed at this moment.

He spent most of his time in seclusion.

He rarely knew this information.

Although he didn't know exactly what Great Master Dong Xuan was, a title that could make the Huang Family's Second Elder ask in such a tone was definitely not simple.

Both of their hearts rose to their throats.

Jiang Yun Face was calm; he neither admitted nor denied it.

He just said indifferently: "If Senior wants to know, just ask Elder Huang Mu and you will understand. As for my identity... I don't want to explain too much right now."

His tone was calm and breezy, as if he were talking about an insignificant matter.

But it was precisely this calm and breezy attitude that made Huang Wuji even more certain of his judgment.

If it weren't Great Master Dong Xuan, who wouldn't be in a hurry to clarify at this time?

If it weren't Great Master Dong Xuan, who would dare to speak to him in such a tone?

If it weren't Great Master Dong Xuan, how could the Grand Elder have personally granted the Guest Elder Token?!

The last trace of doubt in Huang Wuji's mind vanished.

This sixteen-year-old youth before him.

Was that Legendary Prodigy Appraiser.

Grand Tutor Dongxuan!

While this realization exploded in his mind.

All previous doubts instantly had answers.

Why could a Purple Crystal Tier 5 youth possess such Heaven-Defying tamed beasts?

Nonsense, the man is Grand Tutor Dongxuan!

What kind of sights has a Grand Tutor Level Appraiser not seen?

What good things can't they get?

Cultivating a few Heaven-Defying tamed beasts and hiding their aura and Realm.

Isn't that normal?

Why would the Grand Elder personally grant a Guest Elder Token?

Nonsense!

A sixteen years old Grand Tutor Level Appraiser!

The Grand Elder of the entire Appraisers Guild!

With such a status, let alone a Guest Elder Token, even if he wanted the Huang Family to take out something more valuable, the Grand Elder would probably not hesitate!

Why could this youth be so calm when facing an Eclipse Moon Rank Expert?

Nonsense, behind him stands the entire Appraisers Guild!

Let alone his Eclipsing Moon Rank Projection Clone, even if a Sun-Level expert came, they would probably have to give him some Face!

The more he thought about it, the more reasonable it seemed, and the more he felt that the youth before him was unfathomable.

Huang Wuji took a deep breath, and the smile on his Face became increasingly respectful.

He cupped his fists and gave a deep bow.

"Great Master Dong Xuan! This old man failed to recognize Mount Tai and offended you earlier. I hope the Master can forgive me!"

This bow was extremely heavy.

It wasn't politeness, but respect from the heart.

Because the status of a Grand Tutor Level Appraiser was worthy of such treatment from him.

Blood Lady and Iron Mountain Liu were completely dumbfounded when they saw this scene.

An Eclipse Moon Rank Expert, the Huang Family's Second Elder, actually... actually gave such a grand salute to Jiang Yun?!

The two looked at each other, both seeing deep shock in the other's eyes.

This Jiang Yun... what exactly is his background?!

Great Master Dong Xuan? Grand Tutor Level Appraiser?

Although they didn't quite understand the weight of these titles, to be able to make the Huang Family's Second Elder so respectful, it was definitely a Heaven-Defying existence!

The last trace of luck in Blood Lady's heart had also completely dissipated.

She was originally thinking that after the limelight passed, she would escape from this dangerous person, Jiang Yun.

Now, she completely dismissed that thought.

Instead, she decided to stick with Jiang Yun! She would never betray him in this lifetime!

Iron Mountain Liu was the same.

He even began to feel lucky that he had chosen to stand on Jiang Yun's side back then.

Otherwise, with Jiang Yun's identity and background, he's afraid he wouldn't even know how he died!

"Senior, there is no need for such formality."

Jiang Yun gave a slight supporting gesture, his tone still calm.

"The title of Great Master Dong Xuan is too flashy. Senior should just call me Master Jiang."

Huang Wuji was stunned for a moment, then immediately reacted.

He wants to keep a low profile!

He secretly admired him in his heart.

To have such achievements at sixteen and still maintain such a steady mindset, this child will surely become a great talent in the future!

"Yes, yes, yes, Master Jiang is right."

Huang Wuji immediately changed his address.

"Master Jiang, rest assured, I understand. I will report today's events to the Family Head upon my return, but as for your identity, I will certainly not spread it around."

Jiang Yun nodded, expressing his satisfaction.

Changing the subject, Jiang Yun asked, "Senior, I have a question. Does the Huang Family have any specific plans here in Black Rock City?"

Huang Wuji was slightly taken aback before answering truthfully, "To be honest, Master Jiang, my Huang Family has long held control over Black Rock City and has always had someone in charge of this place—specifically, the one Master Jiang killed."

He paused before continuing, "Although this place is small, it still holds some value. Previously, the Liu Family and Qian Family, and even other families and factions, had their eyes on it, but they were all suppressed by my Huang Family."

At this point, a hint of apology appeared on his Face.

"I didn't expect such a thing to happen, causing Master Jiang to be alarmed. I apologize to Master Jiang once again."

Jiang Yun waved his hand.

"Senior is too polite. That old man has already been killed by me, so the grudge is naturally settled."

He shifted the conversation, his tone becoming meaningful.

"However, this Black Rock City..."

He didn't finish the sentence, but the meaning was already obvious.

Huang Wuji was an old fox; how could he not hear the implication in Jiang Yun's words?

He understood immediately and said without hesitation, "Since Master Jiang is interested in Black Rock City, our Huang Family naturally has nothing to say. After I return, I will certainly inform the Family Head of this. Given Master Jiang's status, my Huang Family will naturally do a favor and grant your wish."

He did not hesitate in the slightest.

Although Black Rock City had some value, it was nothing compared to a sixteen years old Grand Tutor Level Appraiser.

Trading one Black Rock City for the goodwill of a Grand Tutor Level Appraiser like Grand Tutor Dongxuan was an incredibly profitable deal!

Jiang Yun nodded upon hearing this and cupped his fists in thanks.

"Thank you, Senior, for your generosity."

Then he changed the subject again.

"However, I cannot take the Huang Family's benefits for nothing. The promises Elder Huang Mu made previously shall be forgotten. From now on, this Black Rock City belongs to me. I will remember this sentiment. In the future, if the Huang Family has any needs, as long as it does not violate my principles, I will certainly not decline."

These words were spoken beautifully.

He had stated his stance.

I want Black Rock City.

He also gave the Huang Family Face.

I no longer want the benefits Huang Mu promised; consider it an exchange.

He even gave the Huang Family a promise.

If the Huang Family has trouble in the future, he can help.

Huang Wuji was overjoyed upon hearing this.

The promise of a Grand Tutor Level Appraiser was worth far more than a single Black Rock City!

"Master Jiang, you flatter us!"

He hurriedly said.

"It is my Huang Family's honor that Master can take an interest in Black Rock City. I will certainly relay Master's words to the Family Head."

He paused and added, "Master Jiang, rest assured, if you need any help in Black Rock City in the future, just ask. Although my Huang Family is not a top-tier power, we still have some Face in this small patch of territory in the provincial capital."

Jiang Yun nodded.

"Thank you, Senior."

Huang Wuji glanced at the sky and said, "In that case, I will not disturb Master Jiang further. I will report today's events truthfully to the Family Head when I return. Master Jiang, take care."

Having said that, he turned and stepped into the Void Realm.

With a wave of his arm, the Blood Prison Demonic Dragon transformed once more into a sixty-meter behemoth, its wings spreading out to blot out the sun.

Huang Wuji stood on the dragon's head, and the Blood Prison Demonic Dragon let out a long roar that shook the surroundings.

Then, with a flap of its wings, it tore through space, carrying Huang Wuji away as they disappeared into a void rift.

The rift closed, and everything returned to tranquility.

From arrival to departure, barely half an hour had passed, but for everyone present, it felt as long as a century.

Only when Huang Wuji's aura had completely dissipated...

...did Jiang Yun let out a long sigh of relief.

He turned to look at Fox Immortal.

He asked with concern, "Xian'er, are you alright?"

Fox Immortal shook her head; although her Face was still a bit pale, her aura had stabilized.

"I'm fine, just a bit drained. The Five Elements Extinction Divine Light consumed half of my spiritual power, and then I had to withstand the pressure of a Eclipsing Moon Rank... but it's no matter, I'll be fine after some rest."

Jiang Yun nodded and took out some meteor-level spiritual recovery Medicinal Pills he had obtained from the Secret Realm and handed them to her.

"Take these first."

Fox Immortal took the pills and swallowed them without hesitation.

Only now did Blood Lady and Iron Mountain Liu dare to breathe heavily.

The two exchanged a look, stood up simultaneously, and walked quickly to Jiang Yun.

"Congratulations to Master Jiang on becoming the new City Lord of Black Rock City!"

Blood Lady spoke first.

Her Face was plastered with a fawning smile.

Iron Mountain Liu followed, saying, "Master Jiang is wise and martial; becoming the lord of Black Rock City is the city's blessing!"

Jiang Yun glanced at the two of them but didn't respond.

He naturally knew what they were thinking.

They were completely cowed after seeing his methods against Huang Wuji and simply wanted to cling to his coattails.

But that was fine; at least these two would be obedient from now on.

After all, he couldn't stay in Black Rock City forever.

In the future, he could leave the management of Black Rock City to the two of them.

"Next, I'm going to the Black Wind Stronghold and He Yuanming's Blood Thorn Mercenary Group to take a look."

Jiang Yun said indifferently.

Blood Lady and Iron Mountain Liu looked at each other, instantly understanding Jiang Yun's meaning.

The four major powers had now completely collapsed.

The First and Second Chiefs of the Black Wind Stronghold were dead, the Third Chief Li Fengxing had been killed by Fox Immortal, the leader of the Red Fire Mercenary Group was dead, the master of the Blood Fiend Pavilion, Blood Nether Lotus, had been crippled by Fox Immortal—leaving Blood Lady as the actual controller—and the Blood Thorn Mercenary Group was leaderless.

And Jiang Yun was now the Lord of Black Rock City.

The good things these factions had plundered over the years naturally belonged to Jiang Yun now.

"Master Jiang is right!"

Blood Lady immediately declared her stance.

"My Blood Fiend Pavilion has hoarded many good things over the years; I am willing to offer them all to Master Jiang!"

Iron Mountain Liu also hurriedly said, "The same goes for my Red Fire Mercenary Group. I am willing to lead Master Jiang to retrieve them!"

As they spoke, their hearts were bleeding.

Those treasures were the wealth they had accumulated through life-and-death struggles over the years!

But they had no choice; their lives were more important.

Furthermore, after witnessing Jiang Yun's methods and background, they felt that even if they gave all these treasures to him, as long as they could cling to this powerhouse, they might gain even more in the future.

You have to lose a sheep to catch a wolf, after all!

Hearing this, the corners of Jiang Yun's mouth curled up slightly.

These two were quite sensible.

"No rush."

He waved his hand.

"Let's go to He Yuanming's Blood Thorn Mercenary Group first."

After saying that, he summoned Little Skylark.

Little Skylark had already recovered to its peak state under the terrifying traits of the Beast Taming Space.

Jiang Yun leaped onto Little Skylark's back.

Fox Immortal also leaped up gracefully.

She sat cross-legged behind Jiang Yun, closing her eyes to regulate her breathing.

Blood Lady and Iron Mountain Liu didn't dare to delay, immediately summoning their own beasts to follow closely behind.

Black Rock City, Blood Thorn Mercenary Group Headquarters.

This was a sprawling manor surrounded by high walls and numerous arrow towers, resembling a small fortress.

At this moment, on the manor's square, hundreds of mercenary group members were gathered, whispering and discussing among themselves.

"Say, how do you think the Commander and the others are doing?"

"I heard the Commander and the new Commander went to subdue the four major powers! If they succeed, the Blood Thorn Mercenary Group will be the sole power in Black Rock City!"

"That would be great! Following the Commander means living the high life from now on!"

"Look at the sky! Someone's coming!"

Someone with sharp eyes pointed at the distant sky and cried out in surprise.

Everyone looked up and saw several figures rapidly approaching from the horizon.

Leading them was a youth riding a giant bird entwined with lightning, followed by two beasts with terrifying auras.

One was a pitch-black beast radiating Death Qi, and the other was a massive spider covered in blood and emitting a gory stench.

Beside the youth, a stunningly beautiful woman in snow-white clothes with nine tails swaying floated in the air.

"It's the Commander! The Commander is back!"