Super God Grandmaster
Chapter 550 - 550 536 Drunkard

Chapter 550: Chapter 536: Drunkard Chapter 550: Chapter 536: Drunkard Before entering the Wastelands, Guo Yuyun learned about the current situation there.

They had contacted a caravan, the Third Demon had gained power and the Wastelands were mainly under his control now.

Guo Yuyun looked out at the desolate landscape they would spend the night in, excited that they would enter the Wastelands tomorrow.

They had already switched from a horse car to horses.

Just then, news came of Yang Jing causing unrest.

Red Demonic Spirit glanced at the seemingly unconcerned Guo Yuyun, saying, “Aren’t you scared at all? You might get caught and sold off, or end up becoming Yang Jing’s wife. He’s not picky, he takes a fancy to anyone he meets.”

“Quit scaring me,” Guo Yuyun said.

“I’m not just trying to scare you. You are inexperienced and have no idea what’s going on. Once you find out, it’ll be too late. And you dare to waltz right into the darkness – you must be mad,” the Red Demonic Spirit continued.

“Right now, I’m not afraid of anything,” Guo Yuyun countered.

Red Demonic Spirit asked, “Then how do you plan to find the members of the New City Sect?”

“I plan to go straight up and find them.”

“Members of the Third Demon’s faction are looking everywhere for them right now. Are you not worried about trouble? They’re definitely hiding, you really think they’re sitting around waiting for you? Watch out and you might just find Yuan Menhai instead.”

“We’ll find a way,” Guo Yuyun asserted confidently, though she knew that Red Demonic Spirit was right – seeking the New City Sect so openly would undoubtedly be very dangerous.

The Red Demonic Spirit gave a cold laugh, saying, “It seems like you’ve got Ye Chen on the brain and you’ve forgotten everything else.”

“Maybe.”

“Fine, have it your way. If you end up sold off to a brothel, it won’t be on my conscience.”

After Gui Lang’s escape from Sky Domain City, he had completely severed ties with the Third Demon.

In the beginning, Er Gui, one of Yang Jing’s underlings, had suggested that they catch Gui Lang and hand him over to Sky Domain City. But Yang Jing held no affection for Yuan Menhai. He too harbored great ambitions and sought to be a dominating figure. By handing Gui Lang over to Yuan Menhai, it would seem as though he was agreeing to submit to the Third Demon.

Yang Jing had managed to take Ghost City under his own control with great difficulty, and surely wouldn’t be willing to bow to the whims of Yuan Menhai in the future. Furthermore, Yang Jing’s strength had been increasing continually, stirring his confidence and reducing his fears of Yuan Menhai, especially when he heard that the members of the Longhun had escaped from the Wastelands. He was determined to carve out his own territory and refused to serve under others.

He quickly dismissed Er Gui’s proposal and thought to himself that Gui Lang was now in a desperate situation. If he took Gui Lang in, Gui Lang would surely show gratitude and adhere to him loyally. Therefore, Yang Jing didn’t hesitate to accept Gui Lang and his remaining forces.

Gui Lang hated Yuan Menhai and Xiao Bai with a passion. During Yuan Menhai’s attack on the New City Sect, Gui Lang had assisted Yang Jing in seizing control of Futu City, earning Yang Jing’s favor in the process.

Obviously, Yang Jing was thrilled by this success.

With the departure of the Dragon Slaying Clan, Yang Jing no longer needed to worry about them teaming up with the Third Demon to attack him. However, more people were pledging their loyalty to the Third Demon, which caused Yang Jing to feel a sense of urgency. He couldn’t let this trend continue. He had to create some disturbance and set his sights on Wanshou City.

Wanshou City had been under the control of Wei Sisan when he was still alive. But after Wei Sisan’s death, no one was left to maintain order. The New City Sect, having defeated the Dragon Slaying Clan, had returned to the Wastelands and planned to retake control of Wanshou City. However, given the recent turmoil, retaking control now seemed impossible. No other faction was willing to take over either, leaving Wanshou City to fend for itself. And who could possibly pose a challenge to the Third Demon, or the No. One Heroes? It was inevitable that Wanshou City would be annexed sooner or later.

There were two major families in Wanshou City, the Wan Family and the Lin Family, with the former being the more prominent of the two. Decisions regarding whether Wanshou City would submit to the Third Demon were essentially in the hands of the Wan Family.

Wan Guangde, the head of the Wan Family, didn’t want Wanshou City to suffer any severe calamity, but he also held no love for Yuan Menhai.

However, he would never consider siding with the No. One Heroes under Yang Jing, knowing full well what kind of person Yang Jing was.

Though he didn’t have any particular liking for Yuan Menhai and preferred the New City Sect who had fled, he had no other choice at present. He couldn’t decide solely based on his emotions. Most of the cities were now under the control of the Third Demon, who was ruthlessly efficient in power consolidation. Hence, Wan Guangde had to choose the lesser of two evils.

However, Wan Guangde had now caught Yang Jing’s attention. Yang Jing intended to make an example of him to deter others, to prevent the current trend from continuing unchecked.

Yang Jing went to Gui Lang and voiced his concerns, “Brother Lang, we can’t continue like this. If things keep going this way, we will eventually get swallowed whole. We won’t have a place to stand in the Wastelands. Look at Wanshou City, they’re about to side with the Third Demon.”

Gui Lang was well aware of the situation. He knew he couldn’t let things continue the way they were, their only refuge left being the No. One Heroes under Yang Jing. He had no other choice but to assist in fighting against the Third Demon.

Gui Lang suggested, “Let’s stir up some trouble.” He was sure that Yang Jing would agree with him.

“How should we stir up trouble?” Yang Jing asked.

“Kidnap Wan Guangde’s daughter.”

“Kidnap Wan Guangde’s daughter?”

“Wan Guangde has a daughter, right? Her name is Wan Danrong. She is everything to him. Let’s see if Wan Guangde dares to join the Third Demon after we’ve kidnapped his daughter.”

Yang Jing thought it made sense.

Gui Lang added, “This is also to serve as a warning. Anyone who dares to join the Third Demon will be met with the same treatment.”

Er Gui overheard this and chimed in, “I think it’s a good idea. We can’t just stand by as this momentum continues. It would be extremely detrimental to us. We need to do something proactive. I have long wanted to see that Wan Guangde’s daughter who is known for her ethereal beauty, but never had the opportunity.”

Yang Jing nodded and said, “Alright, let’s do it this way. Kidnap Wan Danrong and see whether Wan Guangde dares to join the Third Demon. If he dares, I’ll have his daughter entertaining guests.”

Er Gui said eagerly, “Leave… leave this task to me. I’ll kidnap his daughter.” He was already drooling at the thought, causing his words to come out in a stutter.

“Fine, just ensure that nothing goes wrong.”

Gui Lang said, “We need to stir things up, we can’t allow them to continue in peace.”

“We really need to give them a hard time. Otherwise, the Third Demon might actually think that the Wastelands belong to them. That is too unbearable.”

At this point, Gui Lang was willing to put in all his efforts to assist Yang Jing. He knew that if Yang Jing lost, he wouldn’t have a footing in the Wastelands either. This corresponded with Yang Jing’s initial expectation, which made him value Gui Lang even more.

Ming Bei was tasked with opposing Yang Jing. He was in no hurry to start a war with Yang Jing, especially after the battles at Tianle City and Wasteland City, which left them with quite a few losses. They wouldn’t be able to recover so quickly. Particularly at this time, when Xiao Bai was dealing with the New City Sect in the dark region. Ming Bei and Yuan Menhai decided to adopt a gentler approach, using a tactic of attrition.

He planned to gather all the cities willing to join the Third Demon, under his banner. Once momentum gathered, it would be much easier to deal with Yang Jing’s No. One Heroes. He would slowly sow discord among them.

At this moment, he was implementing such a plan.

Ye Chen left New City Sect and wandered aimlessly for days, maybe half a month had passed. He drowned his sorrows in alcohol, his hair disheveled, and beard grown. In half a month, he seemed to have aged by a decade. He couldn’t forget the day he left Ling’er or her smile.

He became more and more like a drunkard, but he didn’t care anymore.

Suddenly a city appeared in front him. He stumbled closer and saw the name on the city gate.

It was written in a distorted way: Wanshou City.

He was desperately hungry and tired.

The seller at the fruit stall shouted, “Beggar, get out of here now.”

He ignored them and continued into the city with heavy steps.

The city was busy. He couldn’t believe that such a large city could exist in the Wastelands.

He continued into the city.

He found an inn. The innkeeper, thinking he was a beggar, tried to push him out.

He roared, “Hey, I am a guest.”

“Show me your silver first,” the innkeeper pinched his nose as if he would die from the smell if he let go.

Ye Chen searched all his pockets but couldn’t find any silver.

The innkeeper smirked and said, “With the few silvers you have, you think you can eat here? Get out, or you’ll see.”

With that, he pushed Ye Chen out.

“I can afford a pot of wine,” Ye Chen shouted.

The innkeeper eyed the silver in his hand, calculated a while, seemingly enough for a pot of wine, and ordered, “Give him half a pot.”

Ye Chen handed him his wine bag and warned, “Don’t try to cheat me, pour it full.”

The innkeeper took all his silver without leaving a single piece.

Ye Chen yelled, “Can leave me some money for half a bowl of noodles, okay?”

The innkeeper shouted impatiently, “Do you still want the wine?”

Ye Chen gave him all his silver and said, “Yes, I want the wine.”

Soon enough, the innkeeper came out. Ye Chen took the wine bag and gave it a sniff.

The innkeeper started pushing him again, shouting, “Get out of here.”

Ye Chen left contentedly.

He had to find a place to rest. He hadn’t slept for a whole night.

But his stomach was growling. He couldn’t sleep like this.

He wandered over to a noodle stall, and amazingly found some leftover noodles. When the owner was not watching, he went over and devoured the noodles. His stomach finally quietened down.

After an unknown amount of time, he came across a group of beggars. They thought he had come to claim their territory and waved sticks at him to shoo him away. Ye Chen continued on leisurely, drinking his wine, and living like a free spirit.

The crowd started to thin, and an old temple came into view. Its roof had several large holes in it. It looked decent enough, and at least he didn’t have to worry about rain.

Perhaps not many people passed by here, not even beggars.

Longhun had left the Wastelands and entered the Central Plains. After their big defeat in the Immortal Demon World, they were no longer as arrogant as before, and not many people paid attention to them,

Leaving Mitra Monk back in the Central Plains, Longhun boarded a ship back to Dragon Slayer Island.

Old Du approached him.

Longhun was planning for the future and said, “Old Du, I have a task for you.”

“Is it about the Sea Demon?” Old Du guessed.

“You still understand me.”

“I can’t guarantee that I will be able to tame it, but I will certainly try my best.”

“We have time. Plan carefully, and tell me if you need anything.” If the Sea Demon could be tamed, that would be a huge help, he could come handy at any time.

“Understood, I’ll first find a way to capture him.”

“Take your time, find it first. We are not in a hurry.” Longhun was musing, if they could really tame the Sea Demon, it would be a big achievement. Their victory over the Immortal Demon World has inspired him.

“I see.” Old Du nodded.

“Of all the people here, you understand the Sea Demon the best. If you can’t tame it, who else can? Ask for anything, the only limit is for Sea Soul to obey me.”

“Understood, I will do my best.”

“That’s the kind of answer I wanted to hear!”