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Chapter 424 - 424 356 Lady Xus Night Visit to Chen Yuan_2

Chapter 424: Chapter 356 Lady Xu’s Night Visit to Chen Yuan_2 Chapter 424: Chapter 356 Lady Xu’s Night Visit to Chen Yuan_2 Lady Xu spoke in a gentle manner, informing everyone of the situation.

She said that without the aid of this formation, the entire Hidden Soldier Valley would be destroyed in an instant.

“I wonder if there is any danger involved in this matter?”

Han Yu was the first to speak up. He had always been cautious in his actions. If there were any danger, he would certainly not get involved.

“Yes, yes,”

This statement struck a chord in their hearts.

“Rest assured, everyone, with the formation set up by that Grandmaster of formations, as long as there are no mistakes, there won’t be any danger at all. There will only be a little pressure to withstand.”

Ouyang Zhi stood up and said at this moment.

The crowd below whispered among themselves, discussing privately, but only Chen Yuan narrowed his eyes. For some reason, he always felt that Lady Xu and Ouyang Zhi were not telling the whole truth.

Perhaps, there were other secrets involved as well.

Watching the crowd’s vigorous discussions, Lady Xu continued:

“Of course, we won’t let you all help in vain. Once the Earth Core Fire Vein is repressed, Hidden Soldier Valley is willing to reward each of you with two Primordial Crystals and,

in addition, the Spiritual Weapons within Hidden Soldier Valley will be sold to you at a lowered price.”

“Lady Xu has not yet mentioned the matter of the Divine Weapon Conference,”

a sudden voice queried at this time.

“The Divine Weapon Conference will be held three days from now, at which time Hidden Soldier Valley will present three Spiritual Weapons as gifts to you all, although it will be dependent on your own abilities.”

“Are there any conditions for this matter?”

Another person asked.

Giving away three Spiritual Weapons was a grand gesture, as even the Spiritual Weapon with the lowest spiritual quality was worth at least ten Primordial Crystals, and if it was full of spirit,

its value would be immeasurable.

“If Lady Xu has any conditions, please speak frankly.”

There were nine people present, and with three Spiritual Weapons, it meant a chance for three people to vie for one, so the odds were quite high. Therefore, several people in the room were somewhat excited.

But amidst their excitement, there was also a hint of concern about whether there were any other stipulations on the part of the host.

“Alright, then I’ll speak frankly. These three Spiritual Weapons will be gifted, but Hidden Soldier Valley would like a promise in return. There’s no need for a blood oath, just an agreement that when Hidden Soldier Valley faces danger in the future, those who receive the Spiritual Weapons and are capable of helping would lend their assistance.

Furthermore, this time you’ll also need to help suppress our formation…”

Lady Xu’s words were very clever; although she did not require them to make any oaths, with so many witnesses around, if they failed to help when Hidden Soldier Valley was in trouble,

they would not be able to hold their heads high in the future.

Of course, her condition was not too demanding, as it was voluntary and within the bounds of what was possible for them.

After all, the Spiritual Weapons were indeed quite valuable.

“Good, we will comply with Lady’s conditions.”

“Agreed…”

All present quickly consented.

Chen Yuan opted not to speak out of turn.

He would wait until the Spiritual Weapons were revealed to see if they satisfied him. If they did, discussing terms then wouldn’t be too late. If they did not, then he would have the people of Hidden Soldier Valley custom forge a Spiritual Sword for him.

After idling away some time in the meeting hall, Hidden Soldier Valley arranged a special banquet for those seated, celebrating their arrival.

Chen Yuan and Yun Han were seated at separate tables; Lady Xu knew that they did not get along, and placing them at the same table might well lead to a table-flipping scene.

Han Yu sat beside Chen Yuan, chatting with him for a few sentences.

Perhaps because of their past interactions, Han Yu was somewhat cordial toward Chen Yuan and did not share the idea of avoiding him like other people did.

Chen Yuan did not express an intention to subdue Han Yu. It was still too early to talk about such things. He planned to wait until Han Yu was about to leave before bringing it up, with both parties rejoicing if he agreed.

If Han Yu was used to living freely, Chen Yuan would not stop him.

Lady Xu did not join the banquet and left alone after finishing her speech. Ouyang Zhi and Ouyang Tuo stayed to accompany them, with Ouyang Zhi sitting at Chen Yuan’s table,

while Ouyang Tuo took the initiative to flatter Yun Han, seemingly attempting to forge a good relationship with him.

After several rounds of drinks and a variety of dishes, Chen Yuan and his two companions were referring to each other as brothers, as if they were long-lost friends reuniting after many years.

The banquet lasted until the early hours of the morning before finally concluding.

After Chen Yuan and Han Yu were each escorted back, Ouyang Zhi, who had been somewhat tipsy, also dispelled the effects of the alcohol with his True Yuan. Most of what they drank was ordinary wine, so dispelling its effects was not difficult.

Chen Yuan and Han Yu had done the same.

In Hidden Soldier Valley, a rather exquisite courtyard was still brightly lit.

Ouyang Zhi slowly approached the door and lightly knocked.

“Come in.”

It was a woman’s voice, and the room belonged to Lady Xu, Ouyang Zhi’s mother.

Ouyang Zhi entered with a bow and said to the woman in black,

“Son pays respect to Mother.”

“What brings you here so late?”

Lady Xu asked, her expression calm.

“Mother, by making it clear today about appointing me as the Valley Master, I’m afraid Ouyang Tuo, that old ghost, won’t be able to hold back any longer.”

Ouyang Zhi’s face was grave.

“What are your thoughts?”

“My strength is insignificant, and I’m not yet a match for that old ghost. Also, because you have focused your energy on me these years, there is a significant gap between you and him.

Perhaps now is the time to take advantage of the situation, to make use of the techniques of those upper chamber experts and directly eliminate this person!”

Ouyang Zhi declared with a wave of his hand and a cold voice.

“You have finally grown up over these years. Do you have someone in mind? Ouyang Zhi, that old ghost, is extraordinarily strong. Over the years, his Iron Refining Hand has reached the pinnacle, making him the strongest in Western Ping Prefecture.”

Lady Xu’s expression remained unchanged, as if letting Ouyang Zhi take the lead.

She couldn’t always look after him, and he had to grow up eventually. Now was a good opportunity for growth.

“In my opinion, the only one with the strength to kill this old ghost is none other than Demon Sword Chen Yuan. Based on the methods he displayed during the day, the chances of success are very high.”

Ouyang Zhi had gotten closer to Chen Yuan, and this was a big part of the reason why.

“Just as your mother thought, Chen Yuan is indeed a sharp and ruthless blade. However, he should not be dealt with lightly. Observing his actions, he seems reckless but is actually full of cunning.”

Lady Xu spoke with a slightly heavy tone.

“So what should we do?”

“No matter, I will persuade him myself. It’s all about offering him benefits. If he lacks a good sword, we’ll gift him one. If he lacks Primordial Crystals, we’ll give those too. As long as he can remove Ouyang Tuo, that old thief, for us.”

“Mother’s plan is wise. Now, during Hidden Soldier Valley’s critical juncture, we cannot allow Ouyang Tuo to interfere!” Ouyang Zhi clenched his fist.

“Hidden Soldier Valley no longer needs this man,” Lady Xu’s gaze turned icy.

Previously, when the former Valley Master Ouyang Ke had just perished, the Ouyang main lineage had no choice but to rely on his Reach Profound Cultivation to support it temporarily. But now, with Ouyang Zhi having ascended the Hidden Dragon List, this man could no longer remain.

Otherwise, Hidden Soldier Valley might truly face a change of leadership.

“On behalf of the Ouyang clan’s ancestors, I thank you, Mother,” Ouyang Zhi knelt down on the ground.

All these years, Lady Xu had raised him like her own child and had planned everything for him. In his heart, though she was not his birth mother, she was even more precious than one.

“Go rest. After the Divine Weapon Conference, everything will change. Keep in mind, Zhi, the plans of Hidden Soldier Valley have been in motion for hundreds of years. Your father died for this,

and it’s all for you. There must not be any mistakes in that matter.”

“Mother, rest assured, I have been preparing for these years, and I will definitely be able to subdue that thing for my use,” Ouyang Zhi said with a solemn face.

“Your mother believes in you.”

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In Hidden Soldier Valley, within a top-tier room of the upper chamber,

Chen Yuan sat cross-legged, reflecting on the events of the day.

Suddenly, his brow furrowed, and without making a sound, he grabbed the Yan Ling Saber beside him, and called out placidly towards the door:

“Which brother has come to visit? Why not come in for a chat?”

“Chen Yuan, it’s… your concubine…”

Hearing the familiar voice outside, Chen Yuan’s gaze sharpened slightly. In the dead of night, a visit from a beautiful woman was indeed… quite unusual.

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