Chapter 3986: The End of the Trading Conference; Returning to the Pure Yang Sect

To confirm his speculation, Duan Ling Tian even looked for Wanqi Jue, the Golden Seat Elder from the Wanqi clan. As he had suspected, Wanqi Jue, who clearly could not wait to kill him yesterday, was very calm today. Although there was no smile on Wanqi Jues face, he was not hostile either.

After that, Duan Ling Tian found Zhen Ping Fan and said, Elder Zhen, I feel that something is up. Those from the Wanqi clan, Wanqi Jue in particular, are behaving strangely.

Perhaps, if it were just the members of the Wanqi clan, Duan Ling Tian would not have been so suspicious. After all, they were only humiliated at best and did not suffer a great loss. However, it was highly suspicious for Wanqi Jue, who was directly involved in the matter, to act like nothing happened.

Upon hearing Duan Ling Tians words, Zhen Ping Fan said with a smile, Theres nothing wrong. Theyve likely vented their anger yesterday. Let alone Wanqi Jue, even Wanqi Hong has lived for almost 10,000 years. Theyre aware of the saying, Theres no use crying over spilled milk. Even if they shout, curse, and feel unwilling, they know it wont do them any good nor would it change anything. Moreover, if theyre too hostile toward you, if something happens to you in the future, theyll definitely be the first suspect. At that time, theyd have to deal with the wrath of the Pure Yang Sect. All in all, its better for them to pretend like nothings wrong. They wont act unless theyre 100% sure they can kill you. Even if the Pure Yang Sect suspects them, itd be hard to convince the ma.s.ses, which also limits what the sect can do to the clan, if theyve been cordial toward you on the surface.

Duan Ling Tians eyes widened slightly. He had considered this briefly as well. However, he had subconsciously thought that since he and Zhen Ping Fan had taken Wanqi Jues prominent divine artifact with an artifact soul away, which was likely more important to Wanqi Jue than his wife, Wanqi Jue would lose his reason and act reasonably for all to see. He did not think Wanqi Jue would be able to stay calm while he bided his time patiently, pretending to be unaffected while he waited for the right moment to plunge a dagger into his back.

I need to be more careful Duan Ling Tian muttered to himself. It was not like he had never met people like Wanqi Jue during his time in the mundane realm until now. However, it had been quite a while so he had become a little lax.

Apart from that, Duan Ling Tian was also so focused on increasing his strength before the Seven Mansions Feast that when he saw how unaffected Wanqi Jue was, he did not bother to a.n.a.lyze the situation first.

Saying that, Duan Ling Tians guard was not down at all. After all, he had met many sinister figures and plots in the lower realms. Otherwise, he would not have been alerted when Wanqi Jue acted as though nothing happened. No matter how Wanqi Jue behaved, he would still be on guard against Wanqi Jue.

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Duan Ling Tian understood that the human heart was unpredictable. He also understood that when one did not have the strength, it was best to lay low and bide ones time before finis.h.i.+ng ones opponent in one fell swoop. He had done this many times as well in the past. The time when he had just arrived in the Profound Energy Land was the most recent example. At that time, he felt as though he was treading on thin ice. When he was in the Linghu clan he had to sneak out to refine Limit Divine Pills and be mindful of the Hidden Fog Sect members and Kuang Tian Zheng from the Flying Dragon Sect discovering his whereabouts. Otherwise, he would die for sure.

A few days pa.s.sed in just a blink of an eye, marking the end of the Trading Conference.

Duan Ling Tian gained a lot of things this time. Since most of the things he bought, which were of considerable value, were paid for by Zhen Ping Fan, he did not spend much.

On the final day of the Trading Conference, while the Pure Yang Sect members were returning to their residence in the Seven Kills Valley, Duan Ling Tian asked Zhen Ping Fan through Voice Transmission, Elder Zhen, when are we leaving?

Duan Ling Tian could sense the apprehensive gaze of the others from the Pure Yang Sect when they looked at Wanqi Jue, who was leading the entourage from the Wanqi clan. It was not surprising that they were worried and wary. After all, the Pure Yang Sect did fool the Wanqi clan into giving them the prominent divine artifact with an incomplete artifact soul. Although they did win fairly and acted in an upright and just manner, they knew in their hearts they indeed tricked the Wanqi clan.

Everything from Zhen Ping Fans initial provocation to Duan Ling Tian feigning weakness was premeditated and was intended to dig a pit for Wanqi Jue to jump into. Most importantly, they succeeded in tricking the Golden Seat Elder and intermediate Emperor of G.o.ds from the Wanqi clan.

In fact, if they were in Wanqi Jues shoes, they also would not have let the matter slide just like that.

For this reason, over the past two days, many members of the Pure Yang Sect had sent Voice Transmissions to Zhen Ping Fang, asking him if they should wait for the entourage from the Wanqi clan to leave first before leaving themselves.

Zhen Ping Fan agreed to their suggestion mostly to make them feel relieved. In truth, he did not think there was much of a chance of the Wanqi clan making a move during their journey back to the Pure Yang Sect. Moreover, the Wanqi clan would not be able to catch up to their flying s.h.i.+p as well. However, there was also no harm in exercising caution.

Ive already discussed this with Senior Brother Ye. Well leave after the Wanqi clan leaves.

Duan Ling Tian nodded slightly. He thought this was the best choice as well. It was not impossible for the Wanqi clan to attack them like a cornered beast after they left the Seven Kills Valley. Even if they did not go in for the kill, they would surely at least try to s.n.a.t.c.h the prominent divine artifact with an incomplete artifact soul back. After all, a prominent divine artifact with an incomplete artifact soul was rare.

Duan Ling Tian did not feel guilty about deceiving Wanqi Jue and the Wanqi clan into giving up the prominent divine artifact with an incomplete artifact soul. Before executing the plan, Zhen Ping Fan had told him about the time Wanqi Jue killed a prodigy from the Pure Yang Sects Cloud Peak faction in a sparring session. Wanqi Jue could have easily spared his opponents life, but he did not. The prodigy who died was Zhen Ping Fans senior brother. If he were still alive, he would be a rudimentary Emperor of G.o.ds at least.

Naturally, Duan Ling Tian also knew that Zhen Ping Fan told him about the matter to relieve him of any mental burden regarding tricking Wanqi Jue.

After a few moments, Duan Ling Tian sent another message to Zhen Ping Fan.

Elder Zhen, why dont we inform the sect so they can send an Ascension Elders to escort us back to the sect? Perhaps, Ascension Elder Zhen can come if its convenient?

Although Duan Ling Tian thought that they should be fine, it was better to be safe than sorry. Moreover, he thought his suggestion was not very troublesome as well.

Upon hearing Duan Ling Tians Voice Transmission, Zhen Ping Fan said with a smile, Youre really very cautious. Well, my father is already here. Hes waiting for us outside of the Seven Kills Valleys estate. Hell join us as soon as we leave.

Duan Ling Tian did not expect this at all. He was both surprised and relieved. Elder Zhen Yun Feng is here? Why didnt he come into the Seven Kills Valley instead of waiting outside?

He doesnt want to exchange small talks with the Seven Kills Valley, Zhen Ping Fan said somewhat helplessly.

Duan Ling Tian asked, Since hes here, we dont need to wait for the Wanqi clan to leave before leaving, right? Theres no need to fear an ambush from the Wanqi clan, after all.

Dont worry. We wont have to wait for long anyway, Zhen Ping Fan said, This is the suggestion of Ye Tong and the others. My father arrived late last night, and Ive yet to inform them about it. I think Ill keep it that way. Theyll be pleasantly surprised when they see my father later.

Zhen Ping Fans words completely alleviated Duan Ling Tians worries. With Zhen Yun Feng around, there was no need to worry about anything. After all, Zhen Yun Feng was much stronger than Wanqi Jue even when Wanqi Jue was in possession of his prominent divine artifact with an incomplete artifact soul, let alone now that Wanqi Jue had lost his weapon.

The Wanqi clan left the next morning in a hurry.

Two hours after the Wanqi clan left, Duan Ling Tian received a message from Zhen Ping Fan.

Its been two hours since the Wanqi clan left. We should leave now.

Duan Ling Tian left the courtyard as soon as he received the message. He saw that many members of the Pure Yang Sect had already begun to gather as well.

At this time, Ye Tong, the Hidden Sword factions Nirvanic Elder, suggested, Junior brother, why dont we ask an intermediate Emperor of G.o.ds from the Seven Kills Valley to accompany us to the entrance? Im worried the Wanqi clan might be waiting to ambush us near the entrance. Moreover, wed still be in the range of the Seven Kills Valleys Guarding Formation so we cant use our flying s.h.i.+p yet.

Zhen Ping Fan shook his head. Seeing how worried Ye Tong was, he said with a smile, Theres no need for that. My father is already here. Hell be meeting us at the entrance, and hell be escorting us back to the Pure Yang Sect.

Everyone was pleasantly surprised and visibly relieved upon hearing Zhen Ping Fans words.

Ye Tong smiled brightly. Since junior uncle is here, theres naturally no need for us to seek protection from the Seven Kills Valley. Then, he looked at Zhen Ping Fan with a helpless expression as he said, Junior brother, you shouldve told me about this earlier. Ive been worrying about this matter.

The elders from the other factions in the Pure Yang Sect also smiled with helpless expressions on their faces. Indeed, if they had known the Ascension Elder from the Cloud Peak faction was here, they would not have worried at all.

Alright, lets go.

Zhen Ping Fan flew at the lead as Duan Ling Tian and the others followed from behind, leaving the Seven Kills Valleys estate. As soon as they left the estate, they saw Zhen Yun Feng. Everyone quickly greeted him.

Following that, those that came on different flying s.h.i.+ps all boarded Zhen Ping Fans flying s.h.i.+p as well. Although it was a little crowded, no one complained. After all, this concerned their safety. Who knew if their return trip would be a smooth and peaceful one?