Chapter 2772: The Benefits of Having Your Own People (Gone Today)

Wang Yuanjiang’s mission was simple: take over the Moonfrost Vein from the Qianyuan Sect.

Logically, the Qianyuan Sect had acquired the Moonfrost Vein only after destroying the Sky Tiger Sect, and the Wang family hadn’t contributed any effort. However, Lin Tianfeng often acted in the name of Wang Changsheng and Wang Ruyan, which created a bad impression.

Most importantly, after the destruction of the Sky Tiger Sect, the Qianyuan Sect’s power had rapidly expanded. The Guangyuan Sect was likely to be their next target, so it was necessary to put the Qianyuan Sect in check.

"Haha, Fellow Daoist Wang, long time no see!"

A hearty male voice boomed.

Lin Tianfeng strode in, his face beaming with a smile.

"Fellow Daoist Lin, your Qianyuan Sect has developed quite well these past few years!" Wang Yuanjiang said with a slight smile, praising him.

"If it weren't for the Wang family's support, our Qianyuan Sect wouldn't be where it is today," Lin Tianfeng replied, fawning.

Despite the Qianyuan Sect’s impressive development, it still paled in comparison to the Wang family.

"I heard your Qianyuan Sect destroyed the Sky Tiger Sect. That was well executed. However, you've been using our ancestors’ names everywhere you go. How do you account for that?" Wang Yuanjiang said, his face hardening.

Hearing this, the smile on Lin Tianfeng’s face froze. He quickly explained, "Fellow Daoist Wang, our Qianyuan Sect has always been loyal to your Wang family. This matter was indeed my oversight. I guarantee there won't be a next time."

"There'll be a next time?" Wang Yuanjiang frowned.

Lin Tianfeng shivered, hesitated for a moment, and cautiously said, "Fellow Daoist Wang, I heard that Senior Wang has entered the Integration Stage. I would like to offer a medium-sized Moonfrost Vein to your Wang family to congratulate Senior Wang on her breakthrough."

The Moonfrost Vein had a substantial reserve and could still be mined for over two thousand years. The Qianyuan Sect had only exploited it for a few decades. Given Wang Yuanjiang’s directness, if Lin Tianfeng still didn’t understand the implication, he would be in serious trouble.

"Considering your filial piety, I'll overlook it this time. However, I don't want there to be a next time. Whether you deal with the Sky Tiger Sect or the Guangyuan Sect, our Wang family has no objections. But do not act under the banner of our ancestors; even our own clansmen wouldn't dare to do that," Wang Yuanjiang stated sternly.

"Yes, yes, yes, I promise there won't be a next time," Lin Tianfeng readily agreed, letting out a sigh of relief, though some resentment lingered in his heart.

A Moonfrost Vein that could be mined for over two thousand years was immeasurably valuable, and handing it over to the Wang family like this was something he was truly unwilling to do. But he dared not refuse; after all, he had indeed made a mistake.

Wang Yuanjiang took out a green storage ring and handed it to Lin Tianfeng, saying, "Here's a Heavenly Thunder Spirit Transformation Talisman, a set of Dharma Idol materials, and some cultivation resources as your reward. We don't shortchange our own people. However, don't go causing trouble everywhere. We won't always clean up your messes. The Cold Flame Sect recently gained an Integration Stage cultivator. You should lie low for a while. If the Cold Flame Sect gets involved, it won't end well. There’s no problem with dealing with the Guangyuan Sect and the An family, but you can do it later. Don't rush into danger now."

With the Cold Flame Sect’s new Integration Stage cultivator sending out invitations, if the Qianyuan Sect were to target the Guangyuan Sect and the An family at this juncture, it would indeed provoke the Cold Flame Sect, making it difficult to conclude.

"Understood, I will restrain my sect members and disciples," Lin Tianfeng agreed readily, his expression respectful.

Handing over a Moonfrost Vein in exchange for a Heavenly Thunder Spirit Transformation Talisman, Dharma Idol materials, and some cultivation resources was already a good deal. It was Lin Tianfeng’s fault in the first place, and if the Wang family forcibly took the Moonfrost Vein, Lin Tianfeng wouldn’t dare to say anything.

With the Heavenly Thunder Spirit Transformation Talisman, Lin Tianfeng would have a much easier time during his next Great Heavenly Tribulation.

"Oh, and our Wang family is holding an Integration Stage ceremony for our ancestor. You must arrive on time. If your gift pleases our ancestor, you might even receive a significant reward," Wang Yuanjiang said with a smile.

"Of course, I will definitely arrive on time. By the way, Fellow Daoist Wang, can I bring a few friends along? They have long admired the Green Lotus Immortal Couple and wish to witness their splendor," Lin Tianfeng asked, his expression anxious. This concerned his reputation.

If he could bring a few friends to attend the Celestial Harp Immortal’s ceremony, Lin Tianfeng would gain face, and other Void Refinement cultivators would also perceive his good relationship with the Wang family, essentially giving him an additional protective charm.

Other cultivators would have to consider the Green Lotus Immortal Couple before acting against Lin Tianfeng.

"Alright! But don't bring too many people. If anything goes wrong, you'll be held responsible," Wang Yuanjiang considered briefly and agreed.

"Yes, yes, yes, thank you, Fellow Daoist Wang, for your generosity," Lin Tianfeng repeatedly thanked him and agreed.

"Alright, immediately send someone to liaise with our clansmen so we can take over the Moonfrost Vein," Wang Yuanjiang instructed. He had brought a group of clansmen specifically to receive the Moonfrost Vein.

"No problem, I'll instruct them right away. Fellow Daoist Wang, let me introduce you to a friend of mine, True Immortal Green Ape. He has admired you for a long time," Lin Tianfeng asked politely, his face full of anticipation.

Wang Yuanjiang nodded in agreement and followed Lin Tianfeng to meet True Immortal Green Ape.

Green Lotus Island, Green Lotus Peak.

In a vast orchard, Wang Changsheng was feeding the Double-Eyed Rat.

The Double-Eyed Rat had a large appetite and was tired of the spirit fruits from the orchard.

Wang Changsheng took out a green flickering communication disk, and after activating it with a spell, Wang Moshan's surprised voice rang out: "Ancestor, Senior Zhao from Zhenhai Palace is here. He said he wants to see you. I’ve invited them to the reception hall."

"Understood, I'll be right there." Wang Changsheng put away the communication disk and left Green Lotus Peak.

He didn't think much of it, assuming Zhao Yunxiao had come to offer congratulations.

Wang Changsheng arrived at the reception hall and saw Zhao Yunxiao standing to the side, while a dignified young man in golden robes sat on a chair.

He paused for a moment, then quickly stepped forward, cupped his hands, and saluted, saying, "Greetings, Senior Brother Xiao."

"You've seen me before?" The young man in golden robes was precisely Xiao Wentian. Upon learning that Wang Changsheng and Wang Ruyan had successively entered the Integration Stage, he specifically came to support the Wang family.

The Ascendant faction currently lacked talent, and Zhao Yunxue, Wang Changsheng, and Wang Ruyan were rising stars. Helping the Wang family was equivalent to strengthening the Ascendant faction.

Wang Changsheng and Wang Ruyan had made many contributions and were highly regarded by Chen Yueying.

"Senior Sister Chen showed us Senior Brother Xiao's portrait, so of course I remember," Wang Changsheng explained.

Xiao Wentian suddenly understood and nodded, "Since Junior Sister Chen showed you my portrait, she must consider you one of her own. My trip was not in vain."

"Junior Brother Wang, Senior Uncle Xiao has come this time to help your family set up a seventh-tier formation. You must treat him well," Zhao Yunxiao said, waiting. Xiao Wentian and Chen Yueying had the same master, so even though Zhao Yun and Xiao Wentian were both Integration Stage cultivators, he still referred to Xiao Wentian as "Senior Uncle."

"Set up a seventh-tier formation! Thank you, Senior Brother Xiao!" Wang Changsheng said gratefully, his expression excited.

Seventh-tier formations were quite precious, at least for the Wang family.