In Maple City Square, many of the invited Black Corner Region people changed their tune, declaring they would definitely participate in the attack on Canaan Academy to repay Han Feng's kindness from years ago.
Their expressions were so sincere that they seemed to believe it themselves, provided one ignored the fact that the Black Mountain Old Ghost's body was still trembling, though he was already dead.
"Master Han Feng, even if we combine our strength, along with the Golden and Silver Elders, we'll only be four Dou Zong."
Just then, an old man with sharp, eagle-like eyes suddenly stepped out from the crowd and voiced his opposition.
"If this were the old Canaan Academy, such combat strength would naturally be no problem. However, with a sixth-grade alchemist capable of refining Breakthrough Pills, the number of Dou Zong at Canaan Academy has undoubtedly increased significantly. Four Dou Zongs seem somewhat inadequate to forcibly seize their treasures."
Upon recognizing the man, the many Black Corner Region people who flattered Han Feng refrained from mocking him. This eagle-eyed man was none other than the renowned Eagle Mountain Elder of the Black Corner Region, a veteran Dou Zong powerhouse. There were even rumors that he possessed a powerful inheritance, enough to allow him to fight beyond his level even at the Dou Zong realm.
"Hahaha," Han Feng remained calm upon seeing the Eagle Mountain Elder, after all, he possessed Dou Zong combat strength. In fact, Han Feng even sensed a threat emanating from him, which was the real reason for his restraint.
It should be noted that although he was an alchemist, his combat experience was extremely rich, and he also possessed a strange fire. It could be said that even if he weren't an alchemist, with his powerful combat strength and talent in cultivation, he could still do quite well.
"Regarding this, Elder Eagle Mountain needn't worry. I've also invited other Dou Zong experts, who will naturally step in!"
"Oh?" Elder Eagle Mountain's expression shifted slightly, somewhat shocked. He knew all the Dou Zong in the Black Corner Region, but he hadn't expected that besides himself being a lone wolf, Han Feng could actually invite other Dou Zong. These were all powerful and influential figures; if they didn't inflict sufficient damage on Canaan Academy this time, they would surely be purged in the future.
As for forces like the Eight Doors, Elder Eagle Mountain didn't even glance at them, even though they were considered behemoths by the people of the Black Corner Region. But in the eyes of a Dou Zong expert like him, without a Dou Zong expert in charge, any force was just a castle in the air. This was why these people were so wary of Canaan Academy.
According to rumors, besides the publicly acknowledged Grand Elder Su Qian, Canaan Academy also had other hidden Dou Zong experts. Those who have reached the Dou Zong realm, especially lone figures like Elder Eagle Mountain, are less wary of Canaan Academy because they can leave at any time.
In fact, Canaan Academy might be more wary of them. If a Dou Zong expert were to ambush Canaan Academy students on their training expeditions, how could they possibly defend themselves?
Given the mobility of a Dou Zong, a successful attack could be followed by a rapid escape to distant lands, only to return later. Canaan Academy might then have no choice but to close down. After all, even with the best resources, you need to be alive to access them.
"Since Master Han Feng has made preparations, then I will say no more. I only hope that Master Han Feng can deliver the pills he promised me smoothly!"
"Senior Ying Shan, rest assured, as long as this plan succeeds, the pills will be presented immediately!"
Seeing Elder Ying Shan agree, Han Feng was overjoyed. "Another Dou Zong powerhouse has joined us. Canaan Academy, you can't stop me from obtaining the Strange Fire."
"Everyone," seeing that no one objected anymore, Han Feng spoke again, "Since no one objects, then let's not delay, let's set off now!"
"Yes!"
Many Dou Wang and Dou Huang powerhouses bowed slightly in response. This scene, witnessed by the members of Feng City, made their blood boil.
"Boom boom boom!"
Then, dozens or even hundreds of Dou Qi wings of different colors appeared on the square. As Han Feng slowly rose into the air and stood in front of everyone, looking towards the direction of Peace Town, he opened his mouth and spoke softly.
"Let's go!"
Inside the Black Emperor Pavilion, Mo Tianxing, who was handling affairs, suddenly looked up and gazed in the direction of Maple City, muttering to himself.
"So they've finally set off?"
"What a pity, the Medicine Emperor is destined to fall!"
In a hall somewhere in Demon Flame Valley, the Earth Demon Ancestor was teaching Elder Fang Yan, who had already broken through to the Dou Zong level, the cultivation methods after reaching Dou Zong. At this moment, he suddenly stopped and looked in the direction of Maple City.
"Maple City, the Medicine Emperor and even many powerful forces in the Black Corner Region are about to disappear. Fang Yan, immediately investigate the forces that followed Han Feng to Canaan Academy. Select a few powerful ones, and half a day later, you will lead a team to attack and seize their treasure vaults!"
"Ancestor, in my perception, Han Feng seems to have gathered many Dou Huang experts this time, and even a few Dou Zong experts. With such a lineup, even if we can't achieve our goal, can't we at least escape unscathed?"
Hearing the Earth Demon Ancestor's instructions, Fang Yan was somewhat puzzled. Having broken through to the Dou Zong realm, he felt the powerful energy within his body. Sometimes, in a flash of inspiration, he could even sense the rhythm of space itself.
Compared to before, he was immeasurably stronger. In fact, the three elders of his Demon Flame Valley, who used to claim they could rival a Dou Zong, now seemed like a joke to him. Utter ignorance was bliss; perhaps those powerful figures in the past were only doing so out of respect for their ancestor!
And this was only at the initial stage of Dou Zong, yet he already possessed such power. After stabilizing and becoming familiar with the Dou Zong's fighting style, he would become even stronger.
He sensed three or four such powerful forces emanating from Han Feng and the others. With such immense power, and his ancestor implying that Han Feng and his group would be completely annihilated, how could he not be shocked?
"Fang Yan, oh Fang Yan, you really aren't suited to be a leader!"
The Earth Demon Ancestor glanced at Fang Yan with a strange look, sighing slightly. He thought to himself, "Fortunately, this fool has some talent in cultivation. Although he can't compare to me, he's still the sect's second strongest fighter. We can't give up on nurturing him."
"Ancestor, Fang Yan..."
Hearing his ancestor's words, Fang Yan's old face showed some unease. Compared to his ancestor's tactical insight, he indeed seemed rather dull.
"Fang Yan, you should focus on cultivation from now on. Perhaps you can even reach the intermediate Dou Zong realm in the future. As for the affairs of the valley, leave them to the second brother!"
"Yes!"
Seeing how obedient this fool was, the Earth Demon Ancestor nodded slightly. Fortunately, he wasn't too stupid. Then, he spoke, dispelling Fang Yan's doubts.
"Do you remember how you advanced to the Dou Zong realm?"
Upon hearing this, Fang Yan, who had been completely confused, suddenly understood.
"Does the Ancestor mean Master Lin Feng? Yes, since Master Lin Feng is able to refine the Breakthrough Pill, Canaan Academy will definitely be able to obtain a lot of it."
Fang Yan's tone became somewhat hurried as he spoke, pacing back and forth in the hall, seemingly excited.
"With Canaan Academy's resources, who knows how many peak Dou Huang level cultivators are hidden away, nearing the end of their lives? These old fogies usually hide in seclusion, partly to conserve their life energy, and partly to seek the opportunity to advance to Dou Zong, hoping to greatly increase their lifespan after the breakthrough."
Fang Yan felt his own life energy increase several times over due to his breakthrough to Dou Zong, which also greatly extended his lifespan.
"Even if their chances of breaking through are greatly reduced due to their advanced age, with such a large pool of cultivators and Master Lin Feng's top-tier pills, there should be at least a few more Dou Zong level experts."
"At the very least, Wu Tianlang from the Enforcement Team will definitely succeed in breaking through!"
Fang Yan's mind seemed to have been unlocked, constantly analyzing the potential combat power of Canaan Academy. The more he analyzed, the more hurried his tone became, and an indescribable fear slowly welled up within him.
"Ancestor, with Canaan Academy's strength, if they were to ride the wave of their great victory over Han Feng, wouldn't the entire Black Corner Region fall into their hands?"
Fang Yan looked at his ancestor. At this moment, only the pillar of Demon Flame Valley could give him confidence.
"You've overlooked one person!"
However, the Earth Demon Ancestor seemed oblivious to Fang Yan's fear. He slowly rose, walked to the entrance of the hall, put his hands behind his back, slowly raised his head, and looked in the direction of Canaan Academy, speaking in an enigmatic tone.
"What does Ancestor mean?"
"Lin Feng!"
"Master Lin Feng?" Fang Yan's Ren and Du meridians seemed to have been shut down again, and he stammered as he asked.
"When Master Lin Feng came here last time, he demonstrated the power of a Dou Zong (斗宗) level expert. He even advanced to the Dou Zong realm earlier than you."
"Yes, the reason I asked the Ancestor to lift his seclusion wasn't just because I wanted the Breakthrough Pill, but also because I was wary of his Dou Zong strength. However, even if Master Lin Feng advanced earlier than me, as an alchemist, his combat power should be stronger than an average Dou Zong expert!"
The Earth Demon Ancestor glanced at Fang Yan speechlessly, shaking his head slightly. This was truly ignorance without fear.
"When Master Lin Feng came to exchange secret techniques last time, the reason I didn't agree to your strategy of forcibly seizing them wasn't only because of the Canaan Academy behind him, but more importantly, because of his own formidable strength." "
What!?"
Fang Yan was utterly shocked by his ancestor's words. Could this Master Lin Feng really be an all-around genius?!
"Last time we met, I sensed a faint threat from Master Lin Feng. I had a premonition that if I had attacked then, I would have been the one to die!"
The Earth Demon Ancestor's face, once full of collagen, now showed a hint of apprehension as
he spoke. "Ancestor, this Master Lin Feng..."
"No need to say more," the Earth Demon Ancestor waved his hand. "Even if Canaan Academy is powerful, it won't violate the original intention of Mang Tianchi in establishing the academy. They will definitely not completely dominate the entire Black Corner Region!" As
he spoke, a fiery glint appeared in the Earth Demon Ancestor's eyes. "This time, it's actually an opportunity for us to expand significantly. Go and make arrangements quickly. I believe Mo Tianxing and some others hiding in the shadows will definitely see this opportunity."
"Yes, Ancestor!"
After hearing his ancestor's analysis, Fang Yan felt slightly relieved, and a surge of excitement welled up within him. The Demon Flame Valley was about to become even stronger under his attack, which filled him with satisfaction and pride.
After Fang Yan left, the Earth Demon Ancestor's eyes gleamed with fervor. "Taking advantage of this opportunity, I'm sure I can gather some precious resources. Perhaps I can even advance further!"
"Speaking of which, I have to thank that fool Han Feng. If he hadn't stirred up so many forces in the Black Corner Region, I wouldn't have been able to so recklessly seize their treasures."
The Earth Demon Ancestor muttered to himself, a figure shrouded in lightning flashing through his mind, and a wave of pain washed over him as if from a memory reflex.
"Mang Tianchi, Mang Tianchi, where have you gone, you brute? I really want to show you my newly developed ice-attribute secret technique. The humiliation you brought me back then
is still fresh in my memory!" The Earth Demon Ancestor's figure slowly disappeared from the hall, leaving only his murmurs echoing in the air. However, if Fang Yan, the Grand Elder of Demon Flame Valley, were still here, he would be shocked to find that his ancestor's voice contained a hint of barely concealed fear.
This is also the real reason why the Earth Demon Ancestor hasn't expanded the Demon Flame Valley extensively to seize opportunities and spiritual treasures over the years. After all, although after reaching the Dou Zong level, the barrenness of the Northwest Continent means there aren't many treasures
that can be useful to a Dou Zong. However, given the vastness of the Northwest Continent, there are naturally some rare spiritual treasures. As a chaotic place, the Black Corner Region sells many spiritual treasures that are rare in other regions.
On one hand, perhaps because the origins of these spiritual treasures are not honorable, they cannot be sold casually, and only a lawless place like the Black Corner Region would dare to take them. On the other hand, because of this lawlessness, treasures are more expensive here, which is another reason why spiritual treasures gather here.
While Mo Tianxing's Black Emperor Pavilion and the Demon Flame Valley where the Earth Demon Ancestor resides are urgently summoning manpower to prepare for obtaining more treasures in this feast, some Dou Zong powerhouses hidden in the shadows have begun to take action.
Of course, Han Feng and his group were unaware of all this. After half an hour of flight, the large group had reached the skies above Peace Town.
Seeing this group of beings with battle aura wings, the students below Peace Town panicked. Fortunately, Han Feng and his group had no interest in dealing with such small fry, and directly flew over Peace Town, heading deeper into the academy.
Meanwhile, in a secluded corner of Peace Town, Wu Tianlang, the leader of the enforcement team, and Hu Qian, the dean of the outer academy, diligently concealed their presence, watching the group fly away rapidly. They exchanged a strange glance, their expressions unreadable.
"They've taken the bait."
(End of Chapter)