After leaving Wufeng Country, Xu Yi went straight to find Qin Kong. His purpose remained unchanged: to break through the Wind Tribulation and, while he was at it, help Yan Zi improve her cultivation.
Of course, he could probably accomplish that by relying on his newly created alt, Zhou Binglin.
But Qin Kong had received word and had been preparing for a long time. As for resources, the hastily established Zhou Kingdom might not measure up to Pavilion Master Qin, whose roots ran deep.
That evening, Xu Yi arrived at the headquarters of Kongkong Pavilion.
Last time, Cao Qi had led the way.
Xu Yi had merely been cargo Cao Qi had brought along after he and Qin Kong finished discussing a long list of terms. He had neither the standing nor the time to properly look around Kongkong Pavilion.
Now, on his second visit, the mighty Pavilion Master Qin had become one of his alts.
Qin Kong's reception could no longer be called warm; it was practically devout, as though he were welcoming an Emperor.
Old Devil Xu had always loved fine wine, women, and worldly pleasures, so he was more than satisfied. During the banquet, a surprise appearance by Bai Jizi and the other alts sent the welcoming feast's atmosphere soaring to its peak.
They were all a bunch of alts, so Xu Yi saw no need for formalities. He let Qin Kong have his way and enjoyed two days of earthly bliss before asking him to proceed according to their established plan.
The plan had two parts: one for Yan Zi, and one for him.
Since Xu Yi had given Qin Kong plenty of warning, Qin Kong had already drawn up several plans based on the information Xu Yi provided.
Xu Yi chose a plan for Yan