Yan Qingshan's true essence surged, and the pavilion was instantly enveloped by a barrier.
It not only blocked the outside view but also prevented any sound from escaping.
Li Xuanxiao's heart skipped a beat. Such high security suggested that what he was about to hear would not be simple.
Frankly speaking, he did not want to get involved in such an obviously higher-level affair.
Although the qilin mark forced him to constantly improve himself without rest,
it did not mean he should go courting death by crossing Realms like this.
However, since things had come to this point, he could only wait and see.
After confirming that the conversation inside the pavilion would not be detected by outsiders, Yan Qingshan laid out the entire situation.
Li Xuanxiao's heart pounded as he listened.
The Brocade Snake Manor's visit was actually for an alliance.
The supreme leader of the Mu En Clan—Muen—had achieved a Breakthrough to the Qian Realm Mid-stage!
And he planned to take action in half a month to slay all the Human Race members from the Ronin Alliance and the Lawless Land!
When the next cloud top immortal boat from the Upper Kingdom arrived, they would directly hijack the vessel.
After looting all the resources transported from the Upper Kingdom, they would immediately flee!
Li Xuanxiao was first shocked, but confusion quickly arose.
What did the Mu En Clan's action against the Human Race and the Upper Kingdom have to do with your Brocade Snake Manor?
As a Demon Race member, why would the Brocade Snake Manor proactively inform him of the news and request an alliance?
Li Xuanxiao's first reaction was that it was a conspiracy!
But Yan Qingshan could not possibly miss such an obvious loophole. Since the other party hadn't acted, they must be waiting for the Brocade Snake Manor to state their reasons.
Indeed, as Li Xuanxiao harbored doubts, Elsa voiced her thoughts.
"We in the Brocade Snake Manor do not wish to give up the Lawless Land. Compared to Muen's draining the pond to catch the fish, we believe that steady, long-term business interaction is the path to lasting success! There is one more point: that Old Demon Muen is extremely ambitious and will certainly not be satisfied with just swallowing the Ronin Alliance."
"Once the Ronin Alliance is eliminated, the Brocade Snake Manor will inevitably be its next target! Although it is unpleasant to admit, the Mu En Clan's strength is indeed the strongest, especially now that Muen has advanced to the Qian Realm Mid-stage. Whether it is the Ronin Alliance or the Brocade Snake Manor, neither can contend against the Mu En Clan in a one-on-one fight."
Yan Qingshan pondered, taking a sip of tea: "Are these messages confirmed to be true?"
Elsa raised an eyebrow: "You don't believe me?"
Yan Qingshan shrugged: "Don't take offense. This is a major event after all; I just want to ensure everything is foolproof."
Elsa's expression softened, and she dropped a shocking piece of news in a very calm tone!
"The second-in-command of the Mu En Clan is a Yao from my Brocade Snake Manor."
!!!
Yan Qingshan's eyes widened sharply, stunned by the news.
Is the Brocade Snake Manor's infiltration ability this strong?
Wait a minute!
Could it be that my Ronin Alliance also has someone planted by the Brocade Snake Manor...?
Elsa's lips curved slightly: "Humans and Yao are different. Planting someone in your Ronin Alliance is not that easy. But what I do know is that you recently advanced to the Third Layer of Qian Realm, right?"
Yan Qingshan's gaze trembled. Elsa's words almost confirmed that the Ronin Alliance also had someone from the Brocade Snake Manor.
While inwardly surprised, he believed the majority of what Elsa said.
The Brocade Snake Manor had no reason to deceive him.
If the Brocade Snake Manor wanted to harm the Ronin Alliance, why would they come to deliver a warning?
Li Xuanxiao listened silently to their conversation. To be honest, he didn't care about these intricate details.
He only wanted to know what role he would play in the upcoming events.
They deliberately kept him behind; it couldn't just be to have him act as an audience, right?
Once the two had basically settled their cooperation, Li Xuanxiao found an opportunity to voice his confusion.
Elsa took a sip of tea, her eyes, full of exotic charm, flashing with a chilling coldness.
"I need you to hunt down every Yao from the Mu En Clan currently operating outside within this half-month! Whether it is in the Underground Black Market or outside the Lawless Land. Many things are inconvenient for either the Ronin Alliance or my Brocade Snake Manor to do, as it could immediately alert Muen. But you are different. You do not belong to any faction in the Lawless Land, and your strength is sufficient to carry out this task."
Li Xuanxiao raised an eyebrow. That's it?
He was planning to do that anyway!
But since she brought it up now, wouldn't it be a loss if he didn't try to extort some benefits?
So, he immediately asked: "What benefits can I gain?"
Elsa chuckled lightly: "Benefits? If the Mu En Clan is dealt with, the cloud top immortal boat from the Upper Kingdom can arrive safely and return as scheduled. Your plan to travel to the Upper Kingdom can proceed smoothly. Aren't these benefits big enough?"
Li Xuanxiao was surprised internally. He hadn't expected them to know what he wanted.
The Brocade Snake Manor's intelligence gathering capabilities were indeed formidable!
Li Xuanxiao immediately reined in his petty thoughts. It was just an attempt; it didn't matter if he couldn't extort anything.
But there was one other matter he could use this opportunity to clarify.
"Elder Elsa, the Black Market auction is also managed by your Brocade Snake Manor, right?"
Elsa glanced at Li Xuanxiao: "You are looking for a Heaven Realm Cultivation Technique or Martial Arts?"
This intelligence... it doesn't seem like a Demon Race member at all!
Li Xuanxiao felt embarrassed, feeling completely exposed in front of her.
"So... do you have any?"
After asking, Li Xuanxiao looked at Elsa with hopeful eyes.
Elsa pondered for a long time, seemingly recalling information in her mind.
A moment later, she spoke softly: "I will help you keep an eye out. If I find any, I will notify you immediately."
Li Xuanxiao was slightly disappointed and nodded: "Then I'll have to trouble Elder Elsa."
The meeting was essentially concluded at this point. After a brief casual chat, the pavilion's barrier dissipated.
Elsa stood up and silently returned to the Brocade Snake Manor.
Yan Qingshan turned his head and looked deeply at Li Xuanxiao.
He hadn't expected Li Xuanxiao to improve so quickly.
He was almost catching up to the Genius Martial Artists from the top factions in the Upper Kingdom!
It was a pity he didn't have a Qian Realm Cultivation Technique or Martial Arts. Everything he knew now was learned while cultivating in the Upper Kingdom.
As long as one knew how to solve the problems, who cared about the definitions in the textbook?
So, he couldn't teach Li Xuanxiao either.
Li Xuanxiao cupped his hands in salute and took his leave.
The matter of the Qian Realm Cultivation Technique or Martial Arts was now being looked into by Elsa.
As the organizer of the Underground Auction, she naturally had far better information than him, so he didn't need to worry excessively.
The urgent task now was to acquire more Demon value Points as quickly as possible!
And maintain a surplus of Demon value Points for unforeseen needs.
If there was one place with the most Demon value Points, it had to be the Underground Black Market!
Li Xuanxiao decided to continue pretending to be a novice. This way, those Demon Race members would actively attack him.
And he could kill them in self-defense with a clearer conscience!
However...
Li Xuanxiao scratched his head. Did he still look like a novice now?
After all, he had won eight consecutive matches in front of countless Human Race and Demon Race members, even slaying Beili!
His fierce reputation must be well-known by now...