On the other side of the banquet.
Zi Long and Hong Mo were drinking, and compared to the situation on Po Xiao’s side, the two were much quieter.
Now, within the Dark Association, it was probably common knowledge that Po Xiao was Xing Yuan’s favored subordinate.
And having accomplished such a feat, his future was bound to be limitless. Thus, those with discerning eyes knew where to place their allegiances.
This greatly depressed Zi Long. In the past, when he returned, even if he wasn’t the main character, he wouldn’t have been reduced to such a mere foil.
“Brother Hong Mo, he’s riding high right now. Your future days won’t be easy.”
As he drank, Zi Long muttered.
He had intended to sow discord between them and then ally with Hong Mo.
However, as soon as the words left his mouth, he was met with Hong Mo’s icy gaze.
“Zi Long, I know Po Xiao’s status surpasses yours, and you’re feeling unbalanced.”
“But I advise you to accept reality. Whether it’s in terms of strength or ability, you are incomparable to Po Xiao!”
“If you try to play any tricks on Po Xiao, you’ll be courting your own destruction. Be careful!”
Hong Mo glared fiercely at Zi Long, striking him down without any courtesy.
Let alone Zi Long, even he himself had to be cautious when facing Po Xiao.
Not to mention Po Xiao’s various skills, his abilities alone had already surpassed him, reaching the Quasi-Heavenly Tier sixth level.
Most crucially, the fact that he could survive a confrontation between two Heavenly Tier powerhouses was enough to show that Po Xiao’s strength was far from that.
Therefore, even Hong Mo himself had to face reality.
It was laughable that Zi Long still intended to be an enemy of Po Xiao; it was simply suicidal, earning his contempt.
On the other side.
Hearing Hong Mo’s words, Zi Long’s face turned red, but he couldn’t say anything.
He knew that this was a world where strength reigned supreme. Now that his strength was inferior to others, being looked down upon and despised was normal.
He could only improve his strength to salvage everything.
Fortunately, he still had a chance!
If he could obtain a Dao Comprehension Pill from the treasure vault tomorrow, perhaps his strength could also reach the Quasi-Heavenly Tier.
At that time, he would also have the qualification to challenge Po Xiao.
…
Unknowingly, the time for revelry passed.
The banquet concluded.
Shortly after Lan Yue returned to her room, the door was knocked. She rose without hesitation to open it.
The visitor was indeed Ye Cang Tian.
She personally poured him a sobering tea before sitting down.
On the other side, Ye Cang Tian did not stand on ceremony and took a sip of tea.
Then, he took out five porcelain bottles from his Qiankun bag, placed them on the table, and slowly pushed them towards Lan Yue.
“This is…”
Looking at the small porcelain bottles in front of her, Lan Yue was stunned.
These porcelain bottles were the same as the ones Ye Cang Tian had submitted to headquarters, clearly containing four Nine Revolutions Golden Pills and one Dao Comprehension Pill.
Because of this, she was completely shocked.
She had never expected Ye Cang Tian to have so many pills, let alone to give them to her.
“Senior sister, are you being polite with me?”
Just then, a teasing voice came. Lan Yue snapped back to reality, seeing Ye Cang Tian’s playful smirk, and immediately understood that Ye Cang Tian had been teasing her at the banquet.
Thinking this, she said nothing more, scooped up all the porcelain bottles on the table, and pouted, “I’m not being polite with you. Since you’re giving them to me, I’ll accept them. These are exactly what I’m in dire need of!”
“That’s the spirit.”
Ye Cang Tian smiled slightly and continued, “Give two of the Nine Revolutions Golden Pills to Xuan Wu and Xuan Liu, and keep the rest for your self-defense.
As for the Dao Comprehension Pill, it’s also prepared for you, Senior Sister. I hope you can break through and reach a higher level soon.”
“Hmph! It seems you’ve profited quite a bit in the Dark Imperial Palace!”
“You even know to share the spoils with your senior sister. That shows you have some conscience, so I won’t thank you!”
Hearing Ye Cang Tian’s words, Lan Yue outwardly gave him a glare, but her heart was filled with warmth.
Setting aside everything else, two Nine Revolutions Golden Pills were enough to forge two Earth Tier powerhouses. Anyone else would not have been able to bear to keep them for healing, yet he directly gave them to her for self-defense.
This was enough to show that he truly considered her family.
“Heh, it’s alright. I just made a small profit.”
“If you need anything in the future, Senior Sister, just ask.”
“By the way, with these, do you know what you should choose tomorrow?”
Ye Cang Tian smiled slightly, giving Lan Yue a subtle hint before changing the subject.
“Of course, I’m not stupid!”
Lan Yue nodded. Now that she had the Nine Revolutions Golden Pills, she would naturally choose a suitable inheritance technique to improve her combat power.
This way, she could better assist Ye Cang Tian in the future.
Hearing this, Ye Cang Tian nodded, then stood up and said, “It’s late, so I won’t disturb you further. By the way, I won’t be able to accompany you tomorrow. Please trouble Senior Sister to inform Huang Shan and Lu Luo…”
Lan Yue immediately understood his intention.
Ye Cang Tian was worried that Huang Shan and Lu Luo would choose pills, which would mean missing out on an opportunity to improve their combat power for nothing.
Thinking this, she nodded and said, “Don’t worry, I’ll secretly remind them.”
Speaking of which, Lan Yue seemed to recall something and quickly stopped Ye Cang Tian, who had just turned to leave.
“I see Zi Long is still quite unconvinced by you. Don’t you plan to enter the treasure vault and take two Dao Comprehension Pills first?”
“Are you really going to let him benefit?”
Lan Yue quickly said. If Zi Long obtained a Dao Comprehension Pill, he might very well leap to become a Quasi-Heavenly Tier powerhouse.
If that were the case, he might even challenge Ye Cang Tian, leading to endless trouble in the future.
Hearing this, Ye Cang Tian smiled slightly and said, “Let him be. I really don’t take him seriously…”
…
The sun rose.
Ye Cang Tian and the Earth Tier stewards arrived at the main hall. Xing Yuan was already waiting there.
Seeing everyone arrive, Xing Yuan directly gestured for Huang Shan and the other three to proceed to the headquarters’ treasure vault.
After the four departed, Xing Yuan’s gaze fell upon the two of them and he said indifferently, “Although you have completed your mission perfectly this time, it has only slightly curbed the ambitions of the Guangming Hall. They will definitely not give up.”
After a pause, Xing Yuan continued, “Therefore, I have decided to use some Nine Revolutions Golden Pills to increase the strength of some individuals. Do you two have any objections?”
Now that Po Xiao and the others had brought back ten Nine Revolutions Golden Pills, it had also made the Dark Association’s supply of Nine Revolutions Golden Pills sufficient.
Even if Huang Shan and the others all chose Nine Revolutions Golden Pills as rewards, the Dark Association would still be able to promote a few people.
Xing Yuan summoned the two to ask if they had any suitable candidates to recommend.
“Replying to Lord Xing Yuan, everything is up to your decision. I have no objections.”
Upon hearing Xing Yuan’s words, Ye Cang Tian quickly stepped forward and said respectfully.
He was not lacking Nine Revolutions Golden Pills now, so he did not need to incur Xing Yuan’s favor.
Hong Mo on the other side frowned upon hearing Po Xiao’s words.
Whether it was Nine Revolutions Golden Pills or Dao Comprehension Pills, they did not have much use for Hong Mo.
If it were in the past, upon seeing Po Xiao say this, he would not have recommended anyone else.
But now it was different. Sha Ying and the others were all former subordinates of Ba Tian and now followed him. Even if he didn’t consider himself, he had to consider Sha Ying and the others.
Therefore, after a long period of hesitation, he finally spoke, “Lord Xing Yuan, Sha Ying has led a team to survive in the desert for many years. His abilities are evident. I think he can be promoted!”
“Alright, you’re right. Surviving in the desert for many years is indeed not easy, and he also made a contribution this time. He deserves a reward.”
Xing Yuan nodded in agreement, then looked at Ye Cang Tian and said, “Po Xiao, aren’t you going to try to get something for the two young girls by your side?”
Hearing this, Ye Cang Tian immediately understood whom Xing Yuan was referring to, which was none other than Mandara and Fei Yan.
Both girls were at the peak of the Profound Tier. With Nine Revolutions Golden Pills, breaking through to the Earth Tier should not be a problem.
And if they broke through to the Earth Tier, it would undoubtedly bring him more benefits.
It was clear that Xing Yuan was still indirectly favoring him.
Thinking this, Ye Cang Tian still shook his head and said, “They have only been in the Dark Association for a short time and have not made any significant contributions. Promoting them might not convince everyone, so let’s forget it.
My Lord, please reserve the Nine Revolutions Golden Pills for those who have more seniority and greater merit.”