Chapter 72: News of Na Ling

Wei Yang stood where he was, watching in the direction Yao Lao had left. His heart was filled with emotion. It seemed Yao Lao also understood. The visit to the Yunlan Sect in two and a half years would not be smooth. Losing would undoubtedly be a huge blow to Xiao Yan. Thus, he must win. But if he won, it would be tantamount to publicly disgracing the Yunlan Sect, and leaving the sect smoothly wouldn't be easy.

Xiao Yan's decision, made in a moment of anger back then, was indeed inappropriate. It seemed satisfying at the time, but what about the consequences? When Xiao Yan made this decision, he was only at the third stage of Dou Qi and hadn't even solved the mystery of his missing Dou Qi. A three-year promise? Where did he get the courage? If he lost, was Xiao Yan prepared to commit suicide in public? Where would the Xiao family's face go? How would Xiao Zhan, the head of the Xiao family, face the numerous members of the Xiao family?

Winning? Needless to say, offending the colossal Yunlan Sect meant that being able to leave the sect smoothly would be a huge stroke of luck. But what about the future? How would the Xiao family, living in the Jia Ma Empire, face the Yunlan Sect and its many allied forces? Even if the Yunlan Sect acted magnanimous on the surface and said nothing, there were countless factions in the Jia Ma Empire that would love to cozy up to the Yunlan Sect by causing trouble for the Xiao family. 

Reality is reality. Everyone wants to be the protagonist, challenging all and enjoying it, but very few who act so recklessly live long in the end. Where does this freedom come from? Before you become truly powerful, it's better to be cautious. Before you become a true leader, you must first learn to respect the current leaders. That's reality.

Therefore, one must be cautious in life!

Wei Yang stretched comfortably. A smile appeared on his face, and his heart was filled with satisfaction and joy. The gain from this transaction was tremendous. A quasi-heaven level technique and its matching Dou Technique. A detailed system inheritance from a 1st to 7th rank alchemist, including many frequently used pill formulas. An intermediate earth-level fire control technique: Nine-Dragon Fire Control Technique. This fire control technique, when used with a type of exotic flame in the future, could likely reach a high-level earth power. An elementary earth-level movement Dou Technique: Flowing Fire Step.

All these added up, ensuring a smooth path for Wei Yang and Xian'er in the future. At least they would not have to worry about techniques and Dou Techniques before reaching Dou Sheng. Great Sun Burning Heaven Technique. A trap? Perhaps. Wei Yang's lips curled into a smile. After reading the content of the technique, he couldn't help but laugh. The sub-flame of Golden Emperor Burning Sky Flame might be difficult for others, but for Wei Yang, with proper planning, it wasn't impossible. In this, Wei Yang had some confidence.

His choice to befriend Xiao Yan and leave a good impression on Gu Xun'er proved to be correct. Moreover, he gently caressed the black, ancient-looking ring on his index finger. Inside was a map leading deep into the endless sandy sea, its destination possibly related to an exotic flame resembling a black sun! In any case. A big win! It was like getting a set of quasi-heaven level matching Dou Techniques for free!

"The depths of the endless sandy sea, huh!" Wei Yang gazed toward the Tagore Desert, his eyes showing a hint of anticipation. "It's about time to set off."

Swish! With a movement, his figure, cloaked in a large black robe, vanished into the darkness of the forest.

The next day, Wei Yang made a special visit to the Xiao family. Warmly received by the Xiao family, he completed the transaction from last time. The second-grade pills consigned to the Xiao family for sale and the seventy-thousand-golden coin card: the Xiao family had collected fourteen third-grade herbs in total, three relatively common fourth-grade herbs, and two third-tier magic cores for Wei Yang.

Wei Yang was quite pleased with this. Although the transaction with the Xiao family was, in a sense, Wei Yang doing the Xiao family a favor, the Xiao family did prove useful. They were quite dedicated in collecting the herbs and magic cores.

Afterward, Wei Yang had a brief chat with Xiao Yan. Then, leaving two third-grade Return Qi Pills as a gift, he departed. Despite the regret that they might not be able to continue working with Wei Yang in the future, the Xiao family had no complaints, nor did they dare. A third-grade alchemist at the least, the Xiao family couldn't afford to offend him. Now that they had a basis for cooperation, it was a relationship many sought after.

After leaving the Xiao family, Wei Yang went directly to the Mittel Auction House. In a VIP room, Wei Yang sat in a comfortable soft chair, leisurely sipping tea from a beautifully shaped jade cup. Beside him, Ya Fei accompanied him with a radiant smile.

"Mr. Wei, it's only been about ten days since our last transaction," Ya Fei said in a sweet, soft voice, "Are you here for something else, or did you specifically come to see me?" Wei Yang, glancing at Ya Fei's charming and alluring demeanor, silently cursed her as a seductress. This woman, appearing enthusiastic on the surface, often acted out of commercial interests, analyzing and weighing every situation.

Having no talent for cultivation herself, she understood where her advantages lay and what she should do best. Her attention and even slight flattery towards Wei Yang were more about the long-term benefits he could offer her and the family, not just the transactions at present. Therefore, Wei Yang didn't overestimate himself to think that he could command her with just a wave.

Thus, regarding Ya Fei's somewhat suggestive comments, Wei Yang chose to ignore them. "Have you found any news about the Nalings I asked you to look into last time?" Wei Yang set down the cup and asked.

On the topic of business, Ya Fei became more serious and nodded, "Yes, there is news. Our family spent considerable resources and effort to find one in the western part of the Jia Ma Empire. The other was located using secret channels in the Muran Empire."

"Oh? Excellent!" Wei Yang's eyes lit up, and he asked, "When can I have them?"

"About ten days, if everything goes smoothly, the two Nalings should reach Wutan City." Ya Fei said, "Mr. Wei, you should be aware that such valuable items as the Naling must be handled cautiously, so we have sent several Advanced Dou Masters to escort." 

"Ten days?" Wei Yang nodded, a hint of anticipation in his eyes. 

Ya Fei bit her lip, gave him a look, and said coquettishly, "This time, in finding these two Nalings for you, our Mittel Auction House has put in a lot of manpower and resources... Moreover, I have also put in a huge effort, don't you even have a word of thanks?"

Seeing Ya Fei's somewhat embarrassed, pouting look, Wei Yang couldn't help but smile. He reached out playfully to lift her delicate chin, observing her shy resistance. In a soft voice, he said, "I know what you want... We are both smart people, so you don't need to play these little tricks on me."

"I'm a realistic person. To some extent, we are the same kind of people. Therefore, we can have a mutually beneficial cooperation when our interests align."

"Such little games may be interesting at times, but if you play them too often, they'll bore me."

Then, withdrawing his hand, Wei Yang calmly said, "In the future, let's stick to business. I don't like wasting time and emotions on things that have no outcome."