262: It's better to be your own backer (ask for monthly ticket)

Chapter 262: Night Talk

Inside the council hall, candlelight flickered, casting Chen Yuan's face in an uncertain, dim light, making him indistinct.

Pei Yanhu's laughter was not one of pure joy, but a release of long-suppressed emotions.

Chen Yuan stopped tapping his fingers, slowly raised his head, and a faint smile tugged at the corner of his mouth.

"Since Senior trusts me so much, then I shall handle this matter."

The two Human Race Martial Armory opposite him saw Chen Yuan's expression, their eyebrows twitched slightly, and then they exchanged glances.

This Zhonglang General's expression was very dangerous!

Considering the rumors about this Ninth Zhonglang and the Divine Ability he had personally witnessed, it was likely that the Jianghu was about to be plunged into a bloody storm!

Yi Cangtian remained silent, deep in thought.

Divine Nun's eyebrows showed some worry; after all, with demons invading, if internal chaos were to erupt, it would likely accelerate the collapse of this already precarious local Jianghu.

She wanted to speak but felt that some reclusive old fellows in the Jianghu were too cautious in their actions. Recalling what the two This Generals had just said, she could only sigh.

At this moment, she saw this Ninth Zhonglang cast his gaze over. He then waved his hand, and two small white jade bottles flew out. "You two Seniors heard it just now. Chen will depart at dawn. Chuanzhong Pass will have to rely on you two. This is a bottle of Clear Spirit Qi, which can help quickly recover from injuries. Consider it a small token of my respect."

In reality, it was Dragon Qi that Chen Yuan had extracted and bottled.

The small bottles flew to the front of the two Human Race Martial Armory, spinning around. Green light flickered within, making the bottles appear translucent and exquisite, like jadeite, truly beautiful.

Wisps of essence Qi emanated from them, and smelling it invigorated one's spirit and brought comfort throughout the body.

Seeing this, Yi Cangtian and Divine Nun's eyes widened slightly, flickering with surprise.

Yi Cangtian paused for a long time, then finally shook his head, stating solemnly:

"This Head of the Sect is here for matters of survival and demise, so it is only right. Ninth Zhonglang, please take it back."

Chen Yuan, however, raised an eyebrow, leaned slightly forward, and slowly spoke with a smile: "Chen knows of your noble character, you two. Chen has a request. Chen does not represent anything, but wishes to form a good relationship with you two Seniors."

As soon as these words were spoken, Divine Nun of the Su Nu Sword Sect smiled, took the bottle, and carefully sensed it, nodding. Then she turned her head and said, "Old Yi, don't be so rigid. Since Ninth Zhonglang is willing to form a good relationship with us, you should happily accept it."

Saying this, she tapped the small white jade bottle, and it transformed into a white speck of light, disappearing into her sleeve.

"Then I thank you!" Yi Cangtian nodded and said nothing further, waving his sleeve.

After all this was done, seeing that Chen Yuan and Pei Yanhu did not speak further, the two Human Race Martial Armory understood. "Ninth Zhonglang has traveled a long way back from the battlefield. Get some rest early!"

After Yi Cangtian finished speaking, he cupped his hands, and then his figure flashed on the carved wooden armchair, disappearing directly.

Divine Nun did the same.

Soon, only two figures flickered under the candlelight in the hall.

Pei Yanhu, who had stood up, now saw the two Human Race Martial Armory leave. He first looked around for a while, then cast a True Qi barrier, enveloping himself and Chen Yuan. The expression on his face seemed to hold back words.

Seeing him like this, Chen Yuan spoke,

"Senior, speak your mind!"

Pei Yanhu opened his mouth, his expression becoming very serious,

"Chen Yuan, is the Clear Spirit Qi you just gave related to the Qi Luck Spiritual Root?"

Hearing this, Chen Yuan's eyebrows twitched.

Indeed!

The news of him possessing a Qi Luck Spiritual Root had been known by many powerful individuals in Jinguan City during the so-called "Incense Projection" that day.

Chen Yuan's expression remained unchanged, his tone faint, "It seems many people know."

Seeing this, Pei Yanhu recounted the events in Jinguan City and said gravely: "This Commander didn't think of it at first. It's just that many mysterious powerful individuals rushed out of the city that day. I initially thought these people were going to the front line, but their figures never appeared. Later, news spread that the reason you could rapidly Breakthrough to Wu Zang was because you possessed a Qi Luck Spiritual Root. Did those people go looking for you?"

Chen Yuan snorted coldly, his voice chilling: "That's right, I killed them all!"

Hearing this, Pei Yanhu's face turned ugly, almost gnashing his teeth, "Those damned guys, they deserve to die!"

Then his tone shifted, carrying a hint of reproach, "Although this news hasn't spread widely, it's bound to be known by those with ulterior motives. Why did you give that thing to the two Human Race Martial Armory just now, to avoid being coveted?"

Chen Yuan, however, shook his head, "This news has already leaked. I've already prepared myself mentally. As for just now, it was intentional, to test the reactions of the two Human Race Martial Armory."

"You!" Pei Yanhu was a little annoyed, unsure what to say.

He didn't know whether to be annoyed that Chen Yuan shouldn't use such a thing to test the sincerity of those two Human Race Martial Armory, or to be annoyed that Chen Yuan acted this way, and if his anticipated bad situation truly occurred, how would it be resolved.

Chen Yuan's eyes narrowed, "When Chen was at his weakest, he understood the treachery of human hearts. Those people hoped I wasn't dead, but they all wanted to kill me with their own hands. Senior, isn't that ironic?"

"I can only make myself more cold and ruthless, otherwise, who will take care of these brothers under me at this critical juncture."

Chen Yuan spoke very calmly, but Pei Yanhu heard the suppressed anger and killing intent in his words.

Pei Yanhu was silent, sighing, "I misspoke just now, I apologize. You did the right thing."

"Given your current situation, this Commander doesn't know if I should let you return to Jinguan City."

Chen Yuan stood up, his gaze sharp, "Go!"

"Why not go?"

Saying this, he turned his back, his gaze chillingly looking out into the dark night outside the hall,

"We should bring those guys to defend the city. If they don't listen, then kill them."

"Then quickly let our troops rest and recuperate."

"These past few days, Chen has understood one truth: relying on others will only lead to a quicker death."

"Where is the imperial court? What are the aristocratic families and Sects doing?"

"If the mountain you rely on collapses, then become the mountain yourself!"

As he spoke, Chen Yuan suddenly turned his head, his eyes blazing with golden light.

Pei Yanhu's tiger eyes narrowed, his eyes becoming somewhat painful, and his body couldn't help but be pushed back by the sudden surge of powerful Aura from Chen Yuan.

But a hand steadied him.

Pei Yanhu opened his eyes wide. At this moment, he saw a certain Aura of a hero on this young Zhonglang General, and for a moment, he felt a little dazed.

His hand tightly patted Chen Yuan's palm, his eyes burning.

"Then do it!"

"I've had enough of this!"

Then the two looked at each other and smiled.

They laughed heartily!

Not long after, the darkness of night receded, and a hint of dawn appeared on the distant horizon.

Inside the crowded Chuanzhong Pass, the sound of horses neighing arose.

Then came the dense, chaotic sounds.

A side hall within the council hall.

Chen Yuan sat at the head of the table, below him was an old man with a goatee, listening respectfully.

"Mr. Gongsun, have you understood what This General has instructed?"

"Understood, this old man will keep This General's matters in mind." The old man with the goatee was none other than the Storyteller, Gongsun Yang.

"This Golden Body of Luck you condensed is of great use to This General. I have already communicated with the Commander. You will secretly remain here. Do not let anyone know your identity. If danger arises, remember the sixteen-character mantra I told you."

"Yes!" Gongsun Yang bowed.

Chen Yuan nodded, then looked out the window. The sky had already turned pale.

"I should go!"

"You leave through the side door."

Gongsun Yang withdrew.

Chen Yuan then also stood up and exited the main door of this side hall.

At this time, outside the door, Pei Yanhu was already waiting.

And on the main road in the city of Chuanzhong Pass, the Ninth Mountain Army had already mounted their horses, ready.

Only, this time, a few people were missing from the crowd: Qingyangzi, the beautiful woman surnamed An, and the master and disciple from Wudao Mountain.

Chen Yuan had specifically met with that master and disciple late last night and entrusted them with a matter.

As for Qingyangzi and the beautiful woman surnamed An, they were currently with the two Human Race Martial Armory, coming to bid farewell to Chen Yuan, preparing to follow their Sect Master and remain here.

"It's time to depart!"

At this moment, Pei Yanhu nodded to Chen Yuan.

Chen Yuan hummed in response,

"Depart!"

The Ninth Mountain Army then moved with a rumble, returning to Jinguan!