Chapter 204: Chapter 202: Trumped-Up Charges

Seeing Xu Yang’s surprised expression, Zhang Yuanshan was quite pleased with himself and said, “This was a decision made by the Clan Leader. For a trash like the Celestial Travelers’ Commerce Association to dare make a move against you, Mr. Xu, it’s simply unforgivable!”

“But the Celestial Travelers’ Commerce Association is still quite influential. Bringing the Yunshan Clan into the mix will make things much easier.”

“If you’re talking about complete harmony, that doesn’t exist anywhere; even a single clan has internal strife, but the Zhang Family and the Yunshan Clan can secretly form an alliance—all for growth and strength! As for minor squabbles below, they don’t really matter.”

“Besides, Qingzhou borders on the Northern Territory, which is now occupied by the Barbarian Race. Who knows what chaos might break out? Our two families joining forces is a good thing!”

Zhang Yuanshan’s speech rendered Xu Yang speechless!

They’d already helped this much, what else could he say?

Xu Yang took a deep breath, looked at Zhang Yuanshan with a wry smile, and said, “Let’s hurry back. If I don’t get to refining a few more batches of pills, it’ll really be improper of me!”

Hearing that, Zhang Hong and Zhang Yuanshan instantly burst out laughing together.

To Xu Yang, the Zhang Family was a tremendous help!

Especially with such thoughtfulness—who else would he help but the Zhang Family?

The stronger the Zhang Family became, the greater the benefits for him!

Back at the Zhang Family, after fetching three fruits, Xu Yang directly placed them into the Cyan Jade Yin Yang Pendant, and in the blink of an eye, they melted away within, instinctively absorbed by the slumbering Gu Jun!

Even spiritual objects required at the Myriad Phenomena Realm were a mere drop in the bucket for Gu Jun’s weakened soul!

It would be a long journey before he truly awakened!

After that, it was back to alchemy!

Three days later.

The Yunshan Clan paid a visit!

It was the Clan Leader of the Yunshan Clan who came!

Talk about giving enough face!

As Xu Yang approached the main hall, he heard Zhang Lingqiao and an unfamiliar voice inside, engaged in lively conversation and laughter.

Sounded like the discussion was going well.

Xu Yang maintained his composure and strode into the hall.

Inside, there were only two people. Aside from Zhang Lingqiao, the other was a white-haired, elderly man.

No need to guess—it must have been the Clan Leader of the Yunshan Clan.

Their gazes both shot his way.

Zhang Lingqiao got up straight away and said enthusiastically, “Mr. Xu, let me introduce you. This is Yun Changge, the Clan Leader of the Yunshan Clan!”

“Mr. Yun, this is Mr. Xu!”

“Meeting you today, Mr. Xu, you truly are unrivaled among the youth.”

Yun Changge was every bit as warm, rising to greet him.

In the presence of these two, Xu Yang was neither arrogant nor servile, yet courteous and modest!

After a few polite exchanges, everyone took their seats!

Yun Changge sighed and said, “These recent days, the Celestial Travelers’ Commerce Association has been stirring up quite a storm in Qingzhou. A commerce association getting involved in turf wars—that sets my old heart ill at ease as a Qingzhou aristocratic family.”

Zhang Lingqiao nodded in agreement, hands folded.

Both of them looked at Xu Yang.

The corner of Xu Yang’s mouth twitched.

If he didn’t already know the inside story, he’d really think those words were the voice of justice!

Of course, the Celestial Travelers’ Commerce Association was the enemy!

Turf snatching?

Even if you haven’t done it yet, you’d better do it!

The two greatest families of Qingzhou had spoken. You’d dare not to?

This was also the stance of the Yunshan Clan!

Xu Yang instantly understood, and smiled faintly: “Though I’m not a native of Qingzhou, I also think it’s a bit much for a commerce association to do such things.”

“I’m worried for both of your clans as well. The Celestial Travelers’ Commerce Association isn’t weak; if they really go all out, it could very well threaten the positions of the Zhang Family and the Yunshan Clan!”

Little fox!!

Inwardly, Yun Changge cursed—after all that, this kid still wouldn’t state his position, playing sly with me!

Damn it, as expected, he’s not to be underestimated!

In an instant, Yun Changge set aside all other thoughts.

To be not even twenty and already at such a level—truly remarkable!

A monster, no less!

If only my Yunshan Clan had someone like that.

And damn that Zhang Family for stealing the advantage!

Though his belly was full of curses, Yun Changge’s face kept its smile. After a moment’s silence, he said, “Mr. Xu, your attitude truly brings comfort to my heart!”

“These years, there’s been a shortage of promising youngsters in my Yunshan Clan. I hear that Mr. Xu can refine supreme-grade pills—would you be willing to assist our Yunshan Clan…”

He really had no choice left.

Xu Yang was playing sly, refusing to respond directly!

Keep beating around the bush, and who knows how many traps are waiting?

After all, the Zhang Family was already on board—if they could trip him up, they would never hesitate!

Might as well cut to the chase!

Xu Yang said, “There’s certainly no problem refining pills, but lately I’ve been doing so for the Zhang Family and my resources are running a bit low!”

Zhang Lingqiao shot Xu Yang a look full of admiration.

Not bad—face unflushed, heartbeat steady!

This level of poise is second to none among his peers!

He looked at Yun Changge with amusement!

Yun Changge’s expression sharpened as he glanced at Zhang Lingqiao and spoke slowly, “Mr. Xu, just now I had a discussion with Mr. Zhang and had an idea.”

“Oh? Please go ahead, Clan Leader Yun,” Xu Yang said, a glimmer of surprise in his eyes.

Yun Changge said righteously, “As for the power of the Celestial Travelers’ Commerce Association in Qingzhou, the Yunshan Clan and the Zhang Family will work together to gradually eradicate it; and the Celestial Travelers’ Commerce Association has plenty of good things.”

“At that time, we’ll split it three ways—Yunshan Clan, Zhang Family, and Mr. Xu, we three will all take a share!”

Hiss—!

Xu Yang couldn’t help but suck in a cold breath!

What a bold proposal!

The way he looked at Yun Changge was filled with astonishment.

This was countless times more tempting than mere revenge or resources!

The Celestial Travelers’ Commerce Association ranked in the top three in all of Daqian; although not the very top, at this level, it was already unimaginable!

Don’t be fooled by the fact that it’s just the Qingzhou branch—just that alone means the resources and treasures it holds are enough to tempt even the Zhang Family and the Yunshan Clan beyond restraint!

And split into three shares!

Even a third would be enough to drive powers like the Yuanli Sect insane!

Xu Yang had originally planned to make a sky-high demand, but now he couldn’t even open his mouth.

They’d already handed the meat right to his lips!

Xu Yang took a deep breath, cupped his fist in thanks: “Many thanks to Clan Leader Yun and Clan Leader Zhang!”

“As for my share after the division, I only want Yin-Yang Spiritual Objects!”

Zhang Lingqiao and Yun Changge were both shocked—for real, only the Yin-Yang Spiritual Objects?

Seeing their looks of suspicion, Xu Yang smiled, “I need those for a special purpose!”

On hearing that, neither of them said anything more.

Xu Yang said, “Clan Leader Zhang, for the next while, I’ll focus all my efforts on refining pills for the Yunshan Clan.”

Yun Changge listened, delighted!

Zhang Lingqiao sighed with a look of grievance, “Brother Yun, I really did pay too much!”

Yun Changge laughed it off, sneering inwardly.

Trying to put on airs in front of me?

You’re still a bit too green!

In a flash, laughter filled the hall again, the atmosphere warm and harmonious!

To Xu Yang, whether or not the Yunshan Clan was trustworthy didn’t matter!

As long as they struck at the Celestial Travelers’ Commerce Association, that was plenty.

And when the time came, he’d still get a third of the spoils.

No one could say no to such a deal!

Thinking of Song Yuanhao, a cold glint flashed in Xu Yang’s eyes.

I’ve got to see just what trump card you think you have!

“Let me present you with a grand gift first!”

If the Qingzhou Branch gets thoroughly wiped out, it’ll be a massive blow for the Celestial Travelers’ Commerce Association too!

At this moment, still oblivious to all of this, Song Yuanhao was issuing orders regarding Xu Yang at the Qingzhou Branch.

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