To obtain this elixir, Ying Bokong would have to pay an immense price! And Ying Bokong naturally knew what that price would be.

Therefore, there was no need for Jun Mowu to utter another word; nor was it necessary. Both men understood completely, knowing it in their hearts!

Four gazes locked in the air. Both wore calm smiles, but underneath, a silent contest raged!

Whoever broke first and spoke would be the loser! After a long silence...

Ying Bokong suddenly shook his head and chuckled, letting out a soft sigh, “I can only say that every single condition you’ve laid out is so ** compelling that not only do I not wish to refuse them, but I truly cannot refuse them; and you, you truly master the art of knowing when to advance and when to retreat. For someone of your tender age to possess such a level of composure is truly remarkable!

I, Ying Bokong, have traveled the world, and I consider myself to have met countless people, yet I have never encountered such a little monster as you. But in the world, there are always exceptions, and today, you have met one!

Because this time, you miscalculated!” “Oh?” The great assassin Jun remained utterly unmoved, merely lifting his eyes a fraction. “That miraculous medicine you speak of is the ultimate **.

I believe there is no strong expert in the world who could resist this **. As for myself, if I could truly advance from the fifth rank of Shen Xuan to the sixth rank of Shen Xuan, I, Ying Bokong, would achieve a true metamorphosis, with my strength doubling!

I cannot deny that this is indeed a temptation I find hard to resist;” Ying Bokong smiled arrogantly, “But, even this irresistible temptation will never force Ying Bokong to bow my head and serve anyone! Even if your master himself presented this condition to me, it would be absolutely impossible!” “Because I am Ying Bokong!

The Prairie Eagle God!” A fierce flame ignited in Ying Bokong’s eyes, followed by a cold sneer, “I will only be the overlord of the vast sky; I will never be anyone’s slave! And that includes no exceptions whatsoever!” “What spirit!” Jun Moxie applauded lightly, smiling faintly, “Perhaps the Eagle God has misunderstood.

When did I ever say I wanted the Great Venerable Ying to become anyone’s slave! I don’t recall saying you needed to agree to any condition of mine, did I not?” “Heh heh… Young man Jun, I underestimated you yet again!

However, while your expression, voice, and even eyes did not change when you spoke those words, dare you look into your own conscience and say you didn't have that thought just now?” Ying Bokong mocked him slightly. “You are fundamentally the type of person who will stop at nothing to achieve your goals.

Once there is profit to be had, your first pursuit will inevitably be maximizing that profit! I am confident I am not mistaken about this point.” Jun Mowu fell silent for a long time.

Had he truly underestimated the masters of this world? In his two lifetimes, since his reincarnation, everything had gone his way, manipulating everyone within the palm of his hand.

Today, for the first time, he was rebutted by someone he was certain he had controlled, leaving him almost speechless! The Young Master Jun finally offered a bitter smile, “The Eagle God speaks the truth; I am indeed that kind of person.

You have not misspoken in the slightest. However, this is one time, and that was another time; since you disagree, it is fortunate I never voiced it.

But…” “I can still help you raise your cultivation, but I require you to do one thing for me! If you agree, I will immediately find a way to inform my master and ask the old man to gather materials and start the alchemy furnace!” “What is it?

Tell me and let me hear.” Ying Bokong showed no excitement at all; rather, he was highly cautious. From their time together, Ying Bokong had long known that extracting any benefit from this little fox was harder than climbing to the heavens!

Although the benefits he offered were indeed absolutely genuine! But if he didn't extract an excessive price in return, he certainly wouldn't let the rabbit go without securing the reward.

Thus, Ying Bokong had to be guarded; one slip, and he feared he would end up looking utterly foolish again. “I only ask that if our Jun family ever launches an assault on Fengxue Silver City one day, to seek revenge against the Xiao family and settle the grievances between us, and if I need to find a way to rescue my Third Sister, you will lend me a hand!” Jun Mowu’s eyes were sharp, “It would only be for simple rescue; there would be absolutely no need for you to take lives in combat.” Ying Bokong pondered deeply, pacing back and forth a few times in the room, before finally grinding his teeth and making up his mind, “Fine!

Just this one thing!” “It’s a deal!” Jun Mowu smiled. “However, that will be at least a year from now!

The one-year agreement before that still stands,” Ying Bokong said with a proud smile, “If this event occurs within a year, I can do without that medicine. Because within a year, I would feel unworthy of receiving it!

But if it is after a year, then I absolutely must have it!” Jun Moxie’s mouth curved into a genuine smile for the first time, “Precisely so!” Ying Bokong’s temperament was exactly what Jun Moxie had long insisted upon. Never take advantage of anyone.

But, no matter the circumstance, never allow himself to be taken advantage of! Ying Bokong left, carrying two jars of wine.

Jun Moxie retrieved the strange jade from the Hongjun Pagoda and examined it repeatedly, but he could not decipher it. He could only place it back inside.

However, Jun Mowu distinctly felt that ever since this piece of jade was placed inside, the aura of the Hongjun Pagoda had suddenly gained a breath of fresh vitality, and the spiritual energy had become much richer than before. Furthermore, it subtly clung to this strange jade, lingering for a long time, swirling and swirling—utterly magical.

Jun Moxie sat hugging his knees, gazing at the bright moon outside the window, calculating things in his mind. Those three spiritual herbs must be obtained as soon as possible to advance Grandpa’s rank sooner; if matters took an unfavorable turn, there would also be a greater chance to survive and escape… This was the first matter.

Second; the matter of refining Ming was also pressing! Both Ying Bokong and Jun Wuyi needed to quickly improve their strength.

He himself was no exception, and the matter of the Tianfa Forest could not be neglected either. Third, the matter of unifying the underground forces of Tianxiang had to be urged upon Hai Chenfeng to commence immediately.

They absolutely had to gain control of all dynamics within Tianxiang City in the shortest possible time. … Matters piled up one after another; not a single one was easy.

The great assassin Jun frowned in deep thought, unknowingly watching the bright moon in the sky slowly sink westward… Under the oil lamp, the silhouette of the Young Master Jun appeared exceptionally solitary… On the wall of the small courtyard, a faint white shadow suddenly appeared, watching Jun Moxie, who was meditating by the window from afar. Under the flickering lamplight, the tightly furrowed brow of Jun Mowu was rendered especially clear.

It was evident that this handsome youth was deeply troubled, pondering day and night for the future of his family… After a long while, that beautiful figure sighed faintly with pity, then vanished in a flash. Leaving behind only a faint trace of fragrance… In the courtyard next door, Jun Wuyi leaned against his window chair, eyes slightly closed.

On his hard-lined face, a subtle ridge of muscle pulsed—he was unconsciously gritting his teeth, his sword-like brows slightly furrowed. Every subtle texture of muscle on his face was etched with profound melancholy… The night was deep and silent!

Hai Chenfeng’s body glowed with blue light, surging and rippling like the vast ocean. He coldly shouted at the dozens of experts from the Golden Sun Gang gathered in the courtyard, “The operation begins!

Before dawn tomorrow, I want to see results!” The crowd did not utter a single response, but they uniformly raised the weapons in their hands and held them high to the sky. The gentle light of their weapons, reflecting off the cold, sharp blades, was involuntarily stained with a gloomy, dusky sheen, as if… congealed blood!

In the Li family mansion, several figures lightly leaped over the wall, splitting into pairs, heading east and west, vanishing in the blink of an eye. Tonight’s Tianxiang City was destined to be a night of massacre… The Dragon Soul Gang, one of the six major underground factions in the capital, was about to meet utter annihilation today.

Originally, although there were rankings among the six major underground factions in the capital, the actual strength differences between the various gangs were not drastically large. Even comparing the top-ranked Golden Sun Gang with the lowest-ranked North City Gang, even if the Golden Sun Gang was stronger, it wasn't overwhelmingly so; at least, it lacked the absolute power to completely crush them.

And so, the six major factions maintained an unwritten understanding: even if conflicts arose between the six factions, annexation was forbidden. Otherwise, the remaining several major factions would unite to attack.

Because of this, the six major factions had managed to coexist in a relatively peaceful manner. But just this afternoon, the Dragon Soul Gang received a reply from the Golden Sun Gang; Originally, the situation for the six major factions had become increasingly difficult lately.

Countless forces from the Imperial Court and noble families were constantly eroding the original spheres of influence of the underground factions. The lowest-ranked North City Gang had been wiped out overnight by the Imperial Court’s top official, Old Master Tang.

The various underground factions couldn't grasp any clue, leading to pervasive anxiety and suspicion that even plants and trees looked like enemies. Unable to find any other solution, the Dragon Soul Gang took the lead in proposing an alliance, hoping to weather the storm together.

And the main target of this alliance was naturally the most powerful of the six factions, the Golden Sun Gang. But as fate would have it, when the alliance was proposed, it coincided with the time Ying Zunkong was causing havoc in the Golden Sun Gang, leaving Jin Fenglie in a state of utter distraction, with no energy to attend to such matters!

The issue was temporarily shelved. Now, finally receiving the reply from the Golden Sun Gang, the entire Dragon Soul Gang was overjoyed.

But after reading it, the Gang Leader, Long Dadi, tore the letter to shreds with one hand: This was actually a letter demanding the surrender and submission of the Dragon Soul Gang! This was too arrogant!

The six major factions had stood side-by-side in Tianxiang City for over a decade; when had they ever heard of one faction submitting to another? The six major factions had always been equals.

Just who did Jin Fenglie think he was? On what grounds did he dare demand their direct submission?

Long Dahai’s anger surged, and he immediately summoned the leaders of the gang to discuss countermeasures. At once, the crowd became agitated, with many demanding a fight to the death with the Golden Sun Gang.

Some even clamored to seize this opportunity to annex the Golden Sun Gang, allowing the Dragon Soul Gang to become the leader. Others soberly suggested a long-term plan… Just as the heated argument reached its peak, the main door of the hall suddenly burst open with a crash, disintegrating into scattered splinters of wood that shot out in all directions, causing stinging pain as the fragments struck everyone’s faces.

Several people had their faces slashed, blood streaming down. Everyone erupted in fury and looked toward the doorway.

In the deep night mist, a flash of blue light shimmered. The wood splinters settled, and outside the door stood a single figure.

Clad in blue, bathed in blue light, hands clasped behind his back, he stood like a towering mountain at the entrance. The light from inside the room reflected in his eyes, which were, incredibly, the same azure blue as the sea!

“Tian Xuan Master!” Even the sharp-eyed members of the Dragon Soul Gang gasped in alarm upon seeing the appearance of a Tian Xuan Master! Tian Xuan Master!

A chill instantly swept through the bodies of everyone in the Dragon Soul Gang! “May I ask who you are…?” Long Dahai’s face twitched, and he hurriedly stood up, asking with great respect.

“The Golden Sun Gang is taking dominion over the capital’s underworld. You have two choices: submit, or die!” The blue-robed man’s gaze was icy yet strangely mesmerizing, carrying an inexplicable authority as he slowly scanned the crowd, speaking sharply.

As he spoke, an incomparable, piercing killing intent surged forth!

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