Chapter 182: Chapter 108: Secrets of the Wu Zhou Corporation, Great Sun Flame Divine Furnace

Zhou Yunqiong?

It was unexpected for Jiang Ningxian to suddenly mention this name.

Lu Yuan was undoubtedly a bit surprised, but remained calm.

What he was curious about was why people from the Outer Realm would care about Zhou Yunqiong.

Unconsciously.

A thought arose in his mind.

But it was just a thought, and he chose not to speak.

He continued to look at the other party, waiting for further explanation.

“I know a bit about the conflicts between the Wuzhou Group and King Lu, the relationship isn’t very good.”

Jiang Ningxian spoke, having been here for some time, she had gathered a lot of information.

Since she initially set out to pave the way for the Ancestor Star and make some subsequent arrangements, she was aware of this without unnecessary words and directly explained, “The Wuzhou Group is controlled by the Zhou Family, but in reality, they have another identity.”

“The Zhou Family are the descendants of a branch of the Ji Clan from long ago, and the so-called Winged Celestial God is a remnant of the Celestial Race.”

“Back then, the two clans allied and overthrew a dynasty, with the Ji Clan becoming the ruler of the world.”

She didn’t say much, but the information she revealed was quite extensive.

After hearing this.

Even Lu Yuan couldn’t help but slightly narrow his eyes.

At that time, he only knew that the Zhou Family was extremely complicated.

Later, they even allied with certain Stellar Races, significantly increasing in power, becoming ever more unfathomable.

But he hadn’t expected that the Zhou Family turned out to be descendants of the Ji Clan, quite unexpected indeed.

Wuzhou, Wuzhou, in history, there are two explanations, one is the Zhou established by Empress Wu of the Tang Dynasty.

Besides, it is the Wuzhou conquest of Shang, where King Wu of Zhou was of the Ji surname.

The Zhou Family hides deeply indeed.

Ji Clan.

Not to mention other things.

In history, it is one of the major surnames, with significant influence comparable to the Jiang Clan.

For instance, Xuan Yuan, one of the Five Emperors, was also of the Ji surname, the Yellow Emperor among the Yan and Huang.

And the Winged Celestial God, if there must be a connection, during the Wuzhou conquest of Shang, there was indeed a similar existence.

“I see, thank you Miss Jiang for informing me.” For Lu Yuan, this news was indeed of some value, allowing him to better understand future situations, and the other party’s words were also a reminder to him.

“Actually, the so-called Wuzhou Group is something King Lu need not worry about with his current strength.”

“The key lies in Zhou Yunqiong, whose bloodline is no less than that of the main branch of the Ji Clan deep in the stars, with limitless potential.”

As the Holy Daughter of the Jiang Clan, Jiang Ningxian’s insight was beyond ordinary people, completely surpassing everyone in this world.

So after discovering Zhou Yunqiong earlier, she couldn’t help but be a bit shocked.

She never expected a member of the Ji Clan left here to produce such a person.

She knew some of the grudges between Lu Yuan and Zhou Yunqiong, so she couldn’t help but mention it; whether the other party would take it to heart was another matter.

“I understand.”

But Lu Yuan was very calm, his emotions unchanged.

To him, whether it was the Jiang or Ji Clan,

No matter how strong and mysterious, it had no significant connection to him.

And if there were a conflict, he would naturally, fiercely sweep it away!

“Then, we will take our leave.”

Jiang Ningxian seemed to notice the strong confidence emanating from Lu Yuan.

Her impression of him gradually improved.

However, she chose not to say more.

After finishing, she nodded slightly, then led the old man out of the room.

They didn’t use any special means, appearing just like ordinary people, nothing extraordinary to see.

“Holy Daughter.” At this moment, the old man following couldn’t help but speak, “This Lu Yuan indeed has great potential and strength, but, are you really prepared to gift the Great Sun Flame Divine Furnace to him?”

“This item is one of the few treasures you brought back from the Ancestor Star, exceptionally precious, a Holy Artifact for refining the body and blood.”

He felt it was a pity, even knowing the man was extraordinary, it was still quite a high price.

Moreover, the great era has yet to truly arrive, and the road ahead will be even more challenging.

Lu Yuan.

Whether he will falter on the path of evolution is still uncertain.

“Since he is fated to receive the ancestral blood, he is destined to be extraordinary.”

“Especially in this world, reaching such a level this early on, I… feel he’s impressive.”

Jiang Ningxian answered thoughtfully, with a slight smile on her face, “Alright, no need to say more, I’ve made up my mind, let’s go.”

The old man said nothing more, since the Holy Daughter insisted, he just needed to comply.

They then quickened their pace until their figures slowly disappeared.

Meanwhile, on the other side,

Lu Yuan calmed his mind, recalling what Jiang Ningxian had said.

With limited information, not too much, but coupled with memory.

He seemed to understand a bit.

In simple terms, this world was not like this in the distant past.

Everyone possessed Extraordinary Power, with a continual emergence of strong individuals, but due to various wars with unknown purposes.

In the end, the forefathers of humanity used a method to sever the communication with Outer Realm deep space, isolating this world.

Subsequently, superhuman powers gradually faded, eventually evolving into the current tech-centered development.

But, as time passed and years went by,

The effect of this method began to wane.

And this.

Seems to be the truth behind the changes in the world.

Yet Lu Yuan still had one point of confusion, the Outer Realm deep space, a vast universe, endless, why is this world so special?

Clearly, hidden within are more secrets, perhaps even the Jiang Clan from the Desolate Flame Immortal Realm could not fully explain.

It seems that everything will need to be slowly explored in the future.

At this thought.

Lu Yuan also left the room straight away and found Old Yun.

He spoke about the cooperation mentioned by Jiang Ningxian.

When the other party heard that the two came from the Outer Realm, they were astonished and found it somewhat unbelievable.

However, they quickly calmed down. Having experienced these major events of the new era, no matter what amazing or strange things happened, they could quickly accept them. But as for cooperation, he couldn’t decide on his own.

Finally, he chose to gather Ji Lao and a few others to discuss together whether to agree.

And Ji Lao and the others, upon hearing this, immediately rushed to the Taishan Trial Institute.

After all, it’s a big matter concerning the future, and they couldn’t afford to be careless.

Several meetings were held within a few days.

They also gathered Ji Yuzhen and Dean Zheng, among others, to hear their opinions, but it was evidently difficult to make a decision.

During this time, they also asked for Lu Yuan’s opinion, but he didn’t say anything, leaving the decision to everyone else.

After all, he didn’t have any status, especially now with his own powerful strength.

If he spoke up.

It could greatly influence Ji Lao and the others.

So he merely stated that whether they agreed or not, he would support them.

Eventually, after convening several more meetings, they decided to meet Jiang Ningxian in person to talk.

Naturally, Lu Yuan facilitated the contact for them.

A few days later.

Jiang Ningxian and the other returned, clarified the purpose of the cooperation.

They didn’t need much, just a piece of land where they could settle, and in the future, they would provide various assistance to the authorities.

Bilateral talks went on for a long time, and in the end, Ji Lao and the others were very heavy-hearted because they learned about the impending descent of Outer Realm Creatures, understanding that the future situation would grow increasingly severe and uncontrollable.

So they decided to agree to the cooperation, but they must retain a dominant position.

It was unavoidable, a helpless decision.

Jiang Ningxian also agreed.

And this result.

Was actually within Lu Yuan’s expectations, as it was the same in the previous life.

Of course, he didn’t know the details of their conversation, nor did he choose to participate.

He would often visit Taishan and chat with the Spiritual Monkey, from whose words he learned that the world was changing again, and some legendary places and beings would appear in this era, yet it was uncertain whether it would be a blessing or a curse.

So he planned to practice quietly for a period to enhance his strength in order to face the chaotic situation.

Also, Ji Lao and the others devoted more resources since the cooperation was agreed upon.

To the promising younger generation and some elite students of the institute.

Because recently, various disasters had been increasing.

And some Exotic Beasts were acting up, although not to the extent of a beast tide, it was already impacting the survival of some humans, with chaos re-emerging.

In short.

Many people and Exotic Beasts seemed to know that a second major change was imminent.

And the establishment of the Human Alliance relieved China from worrying about external crises, allowing them to focus solely.

On this day.

At the Taishan Trial Institute.

“Lu Wang, the cooperation has been successfully completed, thank you for your mediation.” Jiang Ningxian said with a smile, the elderly man still following behind her.

Since the cooperation with Ji Lao and the others was concluded, the two temporarily resided here, practically becoming Lu Yuan’s neighbors.

“Even without me, you could still talk, my role in whether the cooperation succeeded or not was negligible.”

Lu Yuan shook his head, as it was indeed so, and without further ado, he continued: “May I ask, Miss Jiang, what brings you here today?”

Since settling in the Taishan Trial Institute, the other party had constantly been busy with other things, and this was the first visit.

“Of course, it’s to express my gratitude.”

Jiang Ningxian smiled, taking out the Great Sun Flame Divine Furnace, her eyes sincere: “As I mentioned before, as long as the cooperation succeeds, this item is a gift for Lu Wang. I hope Lu Wang won’t refuse it again; there’s no ulterior motive. Just take it as a gesture of goodwill from the Jiang family.”

It was her second meeting with Lu Yuan, but she seemed to have understood his nature, knowing that an outright gift wouldn’t be accepted.

It would be better to be frank; as long as she laid her cards on the table, she could save a lot of concerns.

In conversations between smart people, there’s no need to beat around the bush.

Lu Yuan did not choose to respond immediately.

Instead, he looked at Jiang Ningxian.

After a pause, he finally showed a smile and spoke: “If that’s the case, I’ll humbly accept.”

The girl was determined to give this item to him, and if he didn’t accept, she would come back again.

Moreover, she stated it was a gesture of goodwill. Lu Yuan was not a hypocritical person, so he agreed at once.

“Alright, thank you, Lu Wang.”

The young girl smiled brightly, showing two small dimples that appeared somewhat playful, and said, “I have some matters to attend to, so I’ll be leaving first.”

Having accomplished what she intended, she felt a burden lifted, slightly bowed, and turned to walk out the door.

Beside her, the old man looked on helplessly, as if his own Holy Daughter had gotten a treasure.

However, as usual, he said nothing more.

Just quietly followed behind the young girl.

In the great hall of the house.

Lu Yuan was left alone, looking at the small few-inches-tall bronze furnace in front of him.

No special runes on it, just a pattern of the Great Sun.

Yet, there is a complete scorching aura emanating from it, raising the room’s temperature; it should be noted that this item hadn’t been activated yet, otherwise it would become stronger, capable of melting metal and stone.

Just as its name suggests: Great Sun Flame Divine Furnace!

Lu Yuan could sense it.

This treasure is perhaps a notch above the eleventh-level Blood Slaughter.

The blood energy in his body moved with it, making it an excellent Divine Artifact for tempering the body.

However, he didn’t immediately prepare to do so, planning to study it first.

“Lu Wang, Lu Wang.”

Just as Lu Yuan put away the Great Sun Flame Divine Furnace, Ji Lao and Old Yun arrived.

The two had anxious expressions, clearly having rushed over, and as soon as they stepped inside, they said in unison: “Lu Wang, something has happened.”

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