Seeing that Qin Feiyang seemed confident, Yan Nanshan breathed a sigh of relief and asked, "Do you have a plan?"

Qin Feiyang said, "Uncle Yan, I want you to spread the news of my presence."

"Spread the news?" Yan Nanshan frowned.

"We're not making a big fuss, just let Steward Dong know..." As Qin Feiyang spoke, he hesitated, then smiled faintly. "Never mind, I'll handle this myself. You just wait in the Holy Temple for my good news."

Yan Nanshan rolled his eyes and said, "What a show-off. But then again, I don't have time to meddle in your affairs right now."

"No time?" Qin Feiyang was confused.

Isn't managing the Resource Hall quite an idle job?

"You probably don't know this yet," Yan Nanshan explained. "The Holy Temple competition has already begun, and I have to supervise them."

"Holy Temple competition?" Qin Feiyang, Fatty, and Rogue Wolf looked at each other, perplexed.

"What kind of competition is this? Didn't it start a month ago? Why isn't it over yet?" Qin Feiyang asked doubtfully.

"It can't be that quick."

"All disciples of the Holy Temple can participate, but there is only one arena."

"Only the top one hundred have been determined so far."

"It will probably take another half a month for the competition to end."

"By the way, the rewards this time are pretty good. Why don't you guys join in?" Yan Nanshan suggested.

Fatty's eyes lit up as he asked, "What rewards?"

"The first prize is the Potential Elixir."

"The second prize is a superior auxiliary battle skill."

"The third prize is a superior killing battle skill."

"From fourth to tenth place, all receive Middle Grade battle skills."

"And the top ten contestants, as long as they break through to the War Emperor realm, can directly enter the Inner Temple."

"That's equivalent to securing a reserved spot in the Inner Temple in advance," Yan Nanshan added with a laugh.

Rogue Wolf sneered, "Tch, and here I thought it was some amazing reward."

Fatty chimed in, "This stuff is barely enough to give to beggars."

Yan Nanshan's face twitched.

Superior battle skills weren't satisfying enough?

Qin Feiyang asked, "Where did you get the Potential Elixir?"

"Didn't you give the Treasure Pavilion two last time? Our Holy Temple won one in an auction. To motivate everyone, we're using it as the first-place prize," explained Yan Nanshan.

Fatty pouted. "It's hilarious that they treat something we don't even want like a treasure."

Yan Nanshan couldn't help but chuckle bitterly.

As for the Potential Elixir—not only the disciples of the Holy Temple but even he himself, desperately desired it. Yet these three brats looked disdainful. Such an attitude—how could he, or anyone else, bear it?

Yan Nanshan said helplessly, "You guys are too disheartening. I won't talk to you anymore. Send me a message if you need something."

Qin Feiyang quickly said, "Uncle Yan, wait a moment. Give me the coordinates of the Dong Family."

"Coordinates?" Yan Nanshan looked doubtfully at him, gave Qin Feiyang the coordinates, then turned off the Image Crystal Stone.

Fatty chuckled, then suddenly frowned and asked, "Boss, didn't you give Yan Nanshan a Potential Elixir?"

Qin Feiyang thought about it and said, "It seems I only gave him the Nine-Bend Yellow Dragon Pill and not the Potential Elixir."

"He's been so good to us. We have more Potential Elixirs and Potential Pills than we could ever use. Let's just help him unlock the Door of Potential too," Fatty said.

"For anyone else, I wouldn't agree. But for Yan Nanshan, I raise both hands in approval!" said the Wolf King.

Qin Feiyang nodded. "I didn't think of it before. When I get back, I'll give it to him first thing."

Speaking of which, he suddenly thought of someone.

Battle Intent surged into the Image Crystal Stone. Soon, a stunningly beautiful figure appeared.

It was Ren Wushuang.

Upon seeing Qin Feiyang, Ren Wushuang's beautiful eyes widened. "Feiyang," she asked in surprise, "is it really you?"

Qin Feiyang grinned. "Sis, it's only been a few months since we last saw each other. Don't you recognize me?"

"You little bastard..." Ren Wushuang was furious.

Without a doubt, Qin Feiyang was scolded fiercely again.

A moment later, Qin Feiyang looked at Ren Wushuang helplessly and said, "Sis, have you scolded enough? If you're done, let's get down to business."

"Not enough! Tell me your coordinates. I'm coming to find you right now," Ren Wushuang said through gritted teeth.

Qin Feiyang's heart skipped a beat.

The tigress was really about to go wild.

"Ahem!" He cleared his throat and asked, "Sis, that Nine-Bend Yellow Dragon Pill I gave you, have you taken it?"

"What are you trying to say? Do you want it back? No way! Don't try to change the subject. Give me your coordinates now!" Ren Wushuang snapped, her two fair, jade-like hands clenching into fists, her eyes fierce!

"No, I mean, if you haven't taken it, I'll give you another Nine-Bend Yellow Dragon Pill," Qin Feiyang said, trying to appease her with a smile while dodging the topic of coordinates.

"Why would you give me another one?" Ren Wushuang frowned.

Qin Feiyang sighed, "Please answer me first, okay?"

Ren Wushuang said, "I planned to take it when I reach the Eight-star War Emperor realm, so the Nine-Bend Yellow Dragon Pill is still with me."

Qin Feiyang asked, "What's your current star level as a War Emperor?"

Ren Wushuang replied, "Two-star."

"You've only advanced one star?" Qin Feiyang was taken aback.

He remembered that when they left the Land of Ruins, Ren Wushuang was already a One-star War Emperor. Calculating the time, more than a year had passed...

But thinking about this, a bitter smile appeared on Qin Feiyang's face.

Breaking through each minor realm in the War Emperor realm was not easy. Advancing one minor realm in just over a year, for someone who hadn't unlocked the Door of Potential, was simply impossible. This was enough to show that Ren Wushuang's talent was extraordinary. If she hadn't been delayed in the Land of Ruins for all those years, she might already be a War Ancestor by now.

"Give the Nine-Bend Yellow Dragon Pill you have to the Lion Headed Hawk! Once I've dealt with my current matters and returned to the Holy Temple, I'll give you another one." Having said that, Qin Feiyang immediately cut off the Image Crystal Stone to avoid further scolding.

Fatty smirked gleefully. "Boss, it turns out you're also afraid of someone!"

"You dare say you're not afraid of her?" Qin Feiyang rolled his eyes at him, then said in a low voice, "I have a task for you."

"Speak." Fatty's face turned serious, and he immediately put away his playful attitude.

Qin Feiyang said, "Disguise yourself and go to the Dong Family. Bring Steward Dong to me, but try not to alert anyone else."

"A piece of cake." Fatty grinned confidently. He swallowed a Shape-shifting Pill, transformed into a robust middle-aged man, opened a portal, and swiftly left.

After discussing with the Wolf King for a moment, Qin Feiyang settled down cross-legged and closed his eyes to meditate.

「At the front gate of the Dong Family!」

WOOSH!

Fatty appeared out of thin air.

"Who goes there!" four guards, all Nine-Star War Kings, shouted.

Fatty sneakily glanced at the streets on both sides and whispered, "I want to see your steward."

The four of them looked at each other, their eyes filled with suspicion.

One of them asked, "What business do you have with our steward?"

"Of course, there's business! And it's major business!" Fatty growled lowly. "Hurry up and take me to him! If there's any delay, you'll all be in trouble!"

Seeing his serious demeanor, the four guards were startled.

"Follow me." One of the guards immediately turned around and ran inside with Fatty.

In no time, they arrived in front of a courtyard.

Steward Dong was sitting in the courtyard, enjoying his tea and the sun, looking completely at ease.

The guard said respectfully, "Steward, this man has urgent business with you."

"Hmm?" Steward Dong paused, turned his head to look at the two of them, his gaze locking onto Fatty. "What is it?"

"Well..." Fatty glanced at the guard, hesitating.

Steward Dong waved his hand. "You may leave."

"Yes." The guard bowed and retreated.

Steward Dong then said to Fatty, "Come in and talk."

Fatty entered the courtyard and said with an ingratiating smile, "Sir, this news is very important. You have to give me some benefits before I can tell you."

Steward Dong raised his eyebrows, put down his teacup, and said, "In the State City, no one dares to negotiate terms with me." He paused, then added, "However, if the news you provide is indeed useful to me, I will consider giving you some reward."

Fatty said, "Qin Feiyang!"

"What?" As soon as he heard this name, Steward Dong couldn't sit still.

Fatty said, "When I was hunting outside the city, I saw Qin Feiyang and that Rogue Wolf."

Steward Dong grabbed Fatty's clothes, his old eyes flashing with an astonishingly cold light. "Where are they!"

"Well... Sir, you see..." Fatty rubbed his fingers, a flattering smile plastered on his face.

Steward Dong frowned, let go of Fatty, and said, "Are you sure it's them? You should know that lying to me will cost you your life!"

Fatty nodded. "I bet my head on it."

Steward Dong was overjoyed and laughed. "Good! Come with me to see the Family Head right now. He will certainly reward you handsomely."

"No, no, no," Fatty hurriedly said.

"What do you mean?" Steward Dong furrowed his brows.

"Sir, think about it!" Fatty said. "If you tell the Dong Family Head now, then you won't get any credit for it. On the contrary, if you, Sir, capture Qin Feiyang and that Rogue Wolf first and then present them to the Family Head, that would be a great achievement!"

"Ah!" Steward Dong looked at Fatty in surprise and laughed. "I didn't expect you to be quite smart!"

"Hehe." Fatty smiled obsequiously. "I just hope that you, Sir, can look after this humble one a little more in the future."

"Alright." Steward Dong laughed. "When this matter is accomplished, you will stay by my side, and I'll ensure that you rise through the ranks."

But in the depths of his old eyes, a cold murderous intent flashed.

"Thank you, Sir." Fatty bowed with a smile, looking utterly flattered and deeply grateful.

Steward Dong said, "Take me there quickly."

Fatty immediately gave the valley's coordinates to Steward Dong.

Steward Dong took out a portal and quickly activated it.

Then, he grabbed Fatty and stepped through.

「The next moment.」

They found themselves in the valley.

And when he saw Qin Feiyang sitting cross-legged not far away, a monstrous wave of murderous intent erupted from Steward Dong!

"Hmm?" Qin Feiyang's expression changed dramatically. He shot to his feet, looking at Steward Dong with astonishment and disbelief. "How could you find this place?"

But one would notice upon closer inspection that his left hand was hidden in his sleeve.

Steward Dong sneered, "Even if you hide at the ends of the earth, you can't escape my grasp!"

"What exactly do you want?" Qin Feiyang shouted angrily.

"What do I want?" Steward Dong laughed sinisterly. "You killed the Third Young Master, so of course, a blood debt must be paid in blood!"

"Bullshit!" Qin Feiyang roared in anger. "Back then, it was clearly you and Dong Zheng who tried to take the opportunity to kill me! Now you're twisting the truth and blaming me? Do you have any shame?"

"So what?" Steward Dong's lips curved into a sneer. "Right now, everyone only knows that you killed the Third Young Master. Even if you tell the truth, no one will believe you. Even the Holy Temple can't protect you now. Stop struggling. Come with me obediently. You might still keep your life, or at least leave behind a complete corpse."

"Hehe..." Qin Feiyang laughed.

The Wolf King also laughed.

Fatty also laughed along and, with a Step of Unification, instantly appeared beside Qin Feiyang and the Wolf King.

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