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The sudden surge of killing intent triggered a counteraction from the Restriction set within the room. Zuo Dao remained comfortably seated in his armchair, even adjusting his posture to find a more relaxed position.
The Restriction array laid down by Zuo Dao was no ordinary setup. Eastern Fang Qian felt as if a massive mountain was pressing down on him, causing the Celestial Essence within him to become sluggish. It felt as though countless invisible threads were entangling him from all sides.
What terrified him even more was the realization that the entire Yan Wu Studio seemed to transform into a cage, firmly trapping him inside. There was also a force brewing that made his heart race, one that clearly had the ability to suppress his mindset of "Great Compassion, No Return, Hundred Forms."
Observing the ever-changing expressions on Eastern Fang Qian's face, Zuo Dao finally spoke after a long silence.
"Please do not take offense, Eastern City Lord. The establishment cannot withstand turmoil, so some necessary measures have been taken."
Listening to Zuo Dao's explanation, Eastern Fang Qian nearly spat out a mouthful of blood. Was this really a necessary measure? It was clearly an array specifically targeting him. However, it was evident that the other party was giving him a way out. After all, he was on their territory, and they had the capability to put him in a Dead Zone.
"You are right, Young Master Zuo. I was impulsive. Upon discovering the array in the room, I couldn't help but act rashly, which must have amused you," Eastern Fang Qian forced a smile.
"Eastern City Lord, you must understand that besides enemies, there are also friends in this world. I hope you won't mind having me as a friend!" Zuo Dao maximized his display of goodwill.
At this moment, Eastern Fang Qian realized that the other party meant no harm and sat back down, treating everything he had discovered earlier as if it were nothing.
"Young Master Zuo is correct; having one more friend is certainly better than having one more enemy." Eastern Fang Qian regained his previous calmness.
He didn't know how Zuo Dao had learned about his cultivation method, but he understood that the other party not only possessed complete knowledge of it but also had means to counter it. With this alone, he could no longer maintain his previous attitude.
"I believe by now, Eastern City Lord has guessed the purpose of the other three types of pills," Zuo Dao poured another cup of tea for Eastern Fang Qian. This was Five Elements Tea that he had grown himself in Nine Monoliths. Although it fell short compared to the legendary Dao Tea, it was still something rare within the Celestial Realm.
"I am unaware of whom the other three pills are aimed at among the city lords, but I know some of them are not easy to deal with," Eastern Fang Qian was impressed by the methods of this White-Clad Monk before him. The ambitions behind these actions were far beyond what he could stop.
Regarding Eastern Fang Qian's suggestion, Zuo Dao remained noncommittal. What he needed to do now was to express the utmost goodwill, ensuring that the other party's mindset did not react negatively. Then, he would properly deal with the Lord of East City. If all Four City Lords stood behind him, surely the so-called East City Lord wouldn't be able to stir up much trouble.
"I didn't expect the Lord to come in person this time. I was prepared to visit your residence, but since you have come personally, I can't let you make a trip for nothing," Zuo Dao said, looking at him with a half-smile.
At that moment, Eastern Fang Qian felt an impulse to slap himself. It was as if he had dug a pit for himself and jumped right in, only to have Zuo Dao bury him deeper. However, what Zuo Dao said next made his heart skip a beat.
"I won't provide you with the Transforming Pill, but I have something called Hua Nian Dan that I think would suit you better." After saying this, a jade vial appeared before Eastern Fang Qian.
Upon hearing the words "Hua Nian Dan," he could no longer contain himself and slowly reached out toward the jade vial with trembling hands.
Hua Nian Dan! Could this really be Hua Nian Dan?
His heart roared with excitement; Zuo Dao's generosity was astonishing.
The Great Compassion, No Return, Hundred Forms Heart Sutra had come to him by chance. After obtaining this cultivation method, he had immediately switched to practicing it. The sutra specifically emphasized the importance of the Hua Nian Dan that Zuo Dao presented.
Without the assistance of Hua Nian Dan, one could still cultivate using the sutra, but it would significantly hinder progress. However, the allure of the sutra was too strong; even without Hua Nian Dan, he would have practiced it. Only in the end did he find himself stuck at the peak of Immortal King.
Just from a hint of the pill's fragrance, Eastern Fang Qian knew that what he held was indeed genuine Hua Nian Dan. This realization made the value of this vial soar. In the Celestial Realm, there were many Immortal Kings, but Immortal Emperors were as rare as phoenix feathers and unicorn horns. With Hua Nian Dan's assistance, breaking through to Immortal Emperor was certainly not a mere fantasy.
"Young Master," Eastern Fang Qian said, unsure of how to express his gratitude as he tightly clutched the jade vial.
Zuo Dao observed Eastern Fang Qian's reaction and couldn't help but sigh inwardly. Although being a cultivator earned respect from countless mortals, who truly understood the hardships of cultivators? Some cultivators born into good circumstances faced various troubles despite having abundant resources; it was even more challenging for those living at the bottom.
Even a powerful figure like Eastern Fang Qian was troubled by some issues in his cultivation, and just a single bottle of You Do Not See elixir made him waver. It wasn't his Dao heart that was shaken, but rather his usual conduct.
Eastern Fang Qian took a deep breath and looked at Zuo Dao.
"What do I need to give in return?"
He understood that this was the crux of the matter. Since the other party knew about the Great Compassion, No Return, Hundred Forms Heart Sutra, they must also be aware of the significance of Hua Nian Dan to him.
He possessed both the formula and the refining method for Hua Nian Dan; he only lacked a key ingredient and someone capable of refining it. He had tried before, but even the top Alchemists in the Celestial Realm could not produce Hua Nian Dan. This was why he lost control upon seeing the elixir.
To gain something, one must pay a price, especially in a place like Chaos City. Although he didn't know what conditions would be proposed, he had already decided that as long as the demands weren't too harsh, he would agree.
In truth, Zuo Dao hadn't fully considered how to deal with Eastern Fang Qian. Although the latter practiced an ancient Cultivation Method, he showed no potential; Zuo Dao concluded that Eastern Fang Qian would only reach the Immortal Emperor level at best, after which he would have no further prospects.
Zuo Dao needed allies, but not just anyone would do; perhaps merely securing their support would suffice. Chaos City despised having a single dominant force. With these individuals backing him, the pressure from Heterodox factions might lessen significantly.
With this thought in mind, Zuo Dao began to formulate his plan.
"Since the City Lord has spoken, I won't hide my intentions any longer. I want to secure a place for myself in Chaos City."
As expected. Upon hearing Zuo Dao's words, Eastern Fang Qian realized that if there were no ulterior motives, the other party wouldn't make such bold moves. However, the current power dynamics in Chaos City were already saturated and balanced. He knew Zuo Dao would never settle for being beneath others, which meant that one of the city lords in Chaos City would inevitably have to step down.
Why? It was obvious—there were four types of elixirs available, yet Chaos City had five city lords.
"Where does the young master intend to go?" Eastern Fang Qian thought to himself, fully aware that he would not be the one eliminated; otherwise, he would have no share of the four types of elixirs.
"Right beneath my feet," Zuo Dao replied, lightly tapping the ground.
"East City!" Eastern Fang Qian couldn't help but feel a sense of mourning for Xi Yingjun. It was hard to tell whether it was Xi Yingjun who was unlucky or if it was just a matter of bad luck in general.
"Yes, I think East City is quite good," Zuo Dao's words completely overwhelmed Eastern Fang Qian's thoughts. It was precisely because it was good that Xi Yingjun was bound to face misfortune.
"However, Xi Yingjun is from Cloud Mourning Sea. If you act rashly, I'm afraid you won't get past the other city lords," Eastern Fang Qian felt compelled to remind him.
"I know. It's rare for you to let me take action against Mid City!" Zuo Dao said with a smile as he looked at Eastern Fang Qian.
Eastern Fang Qian felt a bit awkward; it seemed that Zuo Dao had already grasped much about the situation in Chaos City.
The four cities of East, South, West, and North corresponded to the powers of the Four Seas, while Mid City belonged to the Five Continents collectively.
Zuo Dao didn't want to make Eastern Fang Qian too uncomfortable and continued, "You don't need to worry about the rest. Just know that when I need you, you must stand up."
The implication was clear: I want your support. No matter how things turn out in the end, you must stand with me, leaning towards Zuo Dao's side.
Eastern Fang Qian forced a smile. "You know there are some matters I can't decide."
"I know, which is why I don't need you to make decisions. Everything your people can offer you, I can provide as well. And what they cannot give you, only I can." Zuo Dao's words were somewhat heavy, but he understood that without this approach, Eastern Fang Qian might still hold onto some hopes. If that were the case, it would create significant trouble for his plans.
Eastern Fang Qian knew that Zuo Dao was speaking the truth, and he certainly did not dare to reveal that he had cultivated the Great Compassion, No Return, Hundred Forms Heart Sutra. If he did, those above would definitely force him to hand it over. Who wouldn’t want an ancient Cultivation Method?
"This is a deal that benefits both you and me, as well as everyone else. Besides, in the Five Continents, you can only be considered an outsider, right? Otherwise, you wouldn’t be sitting in In the Town," Zuo Dao's words struck directly at the heart of the matter.
At this moment, Eastern Fang Qian felt immense admiration for Zuo Dao's intellect. Just as Zuo Dao pointed out, Mid City was a place where no one could trust anyone else with their power in the Five Continents, which was why it fell to him. This might not seem significant on ordinary days, but if anything were to happen, Mid City would definitely fall under the control of the Elder Council.
Zuo Dao then devised another bold plan.
"I can help you deal with the people inside Mid City and guarantee you a clean Mid City. At the same time, we will establish a pact; you need not doubt our strength. If I didn’t want to avoid causing a stir, I would take action against the entire city."
Upon hearing this, Eastern Fang Qian had no doubts left. For the first time, he heard Zuo Dao use the word "we," which clarified many issues.
"Alright, I agree. However, we need to discuss the specifics at my residence," Eastern Fang Qian pointed upward. "I can't stay in East City for too long."
"That’s fine. I will definitely pay you a visit then; I just hope that the city lord won’t turn me away," Zuo Dao joked. He understood that Eastern Fang Qian's presence in East City was already a considerable risk. He wasn’t afraid of the other party changing their mind; after all, this was a chance at an Immortal Emperor's title.
"You jest, but Eastern Fang Qian will surely welcome you with great courtesy." With that, Eastern Fang Qian didn’t bother to say goodbye to Zuo Dao and walked out.
Watching Eastern Fang Qian's retreating figure, Zuo Dao once again wore a sly smile on his face.
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