Special Concession; The Banquet Begins

As the purple qi dissipated, a huge purple furnace gradually began to emit thick purple smoke in the Purple Extremity Hall Square.

From afar, it looks like a purple dragon rising into the sky, carrying auspiciousness and good fortune, standing alongside the blue clouds.

Ye Jingcheng reverently passed through the purple furnace. The fortune of this purple furnace seemed to concern the Purplewood Sect, but it was also related to the Ye Family.

After bowing three times, Ye Jingcheng entered the Purple Extremity Hall.

The Purple Extremity Hall is the Council Hall of the Purplewood Sect, where all important matters of the sect are handled.

After entering the palace gate, you will pass through a long corridor. On both sides of the corridor, there is a purple wooden courtyard, in which a huge Yellow Bell is placed.

If Yellow Bell three or more times, it means that the Lineage has encountered an urgent matter.

If both Yellow Bell ring, it means the Purplewood Sect is in grave danger.

After the Yellow Bell sounded, they entered the council hall. At this moment, one could vaguely see An Yuhuai wearing a dark purple robe, his face solemn.

He was standing there, deep in thought, as if he had just finished discussing important matters.

Upon seeing Ye Jingcheng arrive, his expression instantly changed. He stepped out of the courtyard and spoke directly:

"Tang Cheng, do you still have any respect for sects?"

"The mission was supposed to last only a month, but you went for a full two months!"

"Do you know that if everyone in a sect were like you, how could the sect function?"

"Do you know that our sect has recently declared war on the Jade Chu Sect? Are you hiding in the background with ulterior motives?" An Yuhuai said, becoming even more aggressive when Ye Jingcheng did not respond.

The comments were getting increasingly serious.

Especially when they saw that Ye Jingcheng showed no sign of responding, they pointed at him and began to criticize Ye Jingcheng.

Following An Yuhuai, there were clearly several other elders.

However, Ye Jingcheng could tell at a glance that half of these elders were members of the Ye Family.

Although most of them were in the Foundation Establishment Early Stage, it was enough to prove that the core members of the Purplewood Sect were still in the hands of the Ye Family.

At this moment, An Yuhuai was criticizing Ye Jingcheng, and these Clan Elders all had smiles in their eyes, but their faces were equally serious.

They seemed quite pleased to see Ye Jingcheng in such a predicament.

However, Ye Jingcheng knew that An Yuhuai's actions had made his position more stable.

That's why these elders didn't disturb them from behind.

"Elder An is absolutely right, but the mission I'm carrying out this time is related to the mission entrusted to me by Purplewood Master!" Ye Jingcheng said.

"And it's a secret mission, could it be that Elder An wants to know this secret?"

Currently, the highest-ranking member of the Ye Family within the Purplewood Sect is Ye Xuefan, whose Daoist name is also Purple Wood.

When Ye Jingcheng said this, An Yuhuai's expression changed instantly. After all, Ye Jingcheng was now on Purplewood Island, and even if he had three more lives, he wouldn't dare to spread rumors.

Furthermore, he knew that there was a Spirit-Inquiring Talisman at the back of the Purplewood Hall.

"If it was Purplewood Master's mission, why did you return so early? You should be more serious about the missions of the Master. Even if you encounter difficulties, you can seek help from the sect instead of delaying on your own!" An Yuhuai's tone was no longer stern, but it still carried a lecturing tone.

If he was a strict enforcer before, he is now a stern elder.

Hearing this, Ye Jingcheng remained unmoved. He had long been aware of this kind of conservative.

They are obsessed with saving face and strictly adhere to rules; these eight words sum it up.

However, such people are indeed good for the sect. The Ye Family did not intend to develop the Purplewood Sect to a great extent, so there was no need for flexibility. On the contrary, rigid cultivators are more suitable for the Purplewood Sect.

Of course, this is on the premise that An Yuhuai doesn't know much about the Ye Family.

Just then, Ye Jingyu walked in, and An Yuhuai was the first to step forward to greet him.

"This time, Jade Chu Sect has not yet responded. We need some cultivators to go to Cloudwood Island and guard Yunmu!" Ye Jingyu said, looking travel-worn.

"I have already consulted with the higher-ups. Currently, the sect's direction is to preserve Jadeclear Island, which we have already acquired, and continue to advance towards Jadewood Bay!" Ye Jingyu added.

"Next target: Jadecold Island."

"Tang Cheng, you should go this time too. Although you are a new cultivator in the sect, this mission is related to the future of the sect, and there must be no problems."

After saying that, Ye Jingyu even sent a telepathic message to Ye Jingcheng.

"On Jade Frost Island, there is also the Thousand-Year Cold-Nourishing Grass that you need. This was learned by Guo Xianyuan of the Guo family through Uncle Xingyu's soul-searching, and it was this Cold-Nourishing Grass that attracted the Jade Frost Silkworm!"

After transmitting his voice, Ye Jingyu's tone became slightly more serious.

"Furthermore, Jingcheng, you need to pay close attention. The Lineage had previously speculated that the Jade Chu Sect had received support from the Green River Sect, but it seems that the Green River Sect is actually supporting the Mystic Sword Pavilion!"

"But we can't let our guard down yet. The Heavenly Blade Sect of the Yan Kingdom, the Blood King Valley of the Wei Kingdom, and the Sea-Controlling Sect of the Qi Kingdom are all possibilities. I will give you the main Cultivation Method and characteristics in the Jade Slip that follows!" Upon hearing the former, Ye Jingcheng was instantly delighted.

If that's true, then his Jade-Scale Flood Dragon has a chance to advance.

It has been about four years since the Jade-Scale Flood Dragon broke through to the third rank. If it can take the third-rank Jade-Scale Pill, the probability of breaking through to the middle stage of the third rank is very high.

For Ye Jingcheng, the loss of the Purple Sun Demon Corpse during the last Golden Core Beast Tide was a good opportunity to make up for it.

The second half of the sentence also made Ye Jingcheng shudder.

This means he needs to conceal many of his methods and also deplete the Purplewood Sect's strength, since only when the forces are evenly matched can the true nature of his Cultivation Method be revealed.

Of course, for him now, all he needs to do is control the Hidden-Wing Thunder Rhinoceros Beetle and change his main combat methods to Golden Light Earth Spike Technique and Golden Light Falling Cloud Star Rock.

Then no one will notice anything amiss.

He previously appeared on Skycloud Island as Earth Attribute cultivator.

However, in his view, since the Lineage had said so, then the Lineage must have some confidence in the matter.

As long as Jade Chu Sect doesn't have a bigger backer.

Jadeclear Island is just the beginning. Now that the Lineage has become a Golden Core Lineage, the territory and spiritual resources it needs will only grow larger and larger.

"Yes, Sect Leader!" Ye Jingcheng nodded.

He's only here today to show his face and, incidentally, to see what good policies his fourth brother's sect has that he can apply to Lingyun Peak in the Yan Kingdom of the Eastern Region.

After all, on the surface, he is the head of the Ye Family.

Moreover, in his view, the development opportunities in Taihang Commandery are actually no less than those in Jade Sea Region.

But now, unexpectedly, they have received news about the Cold-Nurturing Grass.

"Alright, that adjourns for today. Everyone, go about your business!" Ye Jingyu said, then turned to leave the main hall. Seeing Ye Jingcheng, he added again:

"Tang Cheng, if you don't want to accept the Purplewood Sect's formalities, then you'd better make a good impression this time. Masters have their coldness, but only if you are a master!" After saying that, Ye Jingyu left the main hall ahead of time.

The rest of the group also mobilized instantly, following the plan.

As the attacker, Ye Jingcheng was naturally the one preparing.

They also made good use of the Ye Family's treasury and selected some Spirit Talisman and Array.

He also glanced at the spirit medicine, but there weren't many that he needed. After all, the Lineage Clan Elder had already traded them with him for the ones that did.

As for the Array, Ye Jingcheng found two or three hidden array plates.

To his surprise, An Yuhuai came over and handed him a third-tier array plate.

"This is a loan from the sect. If you really have the ability, I won't bother with you anymore," An Yuhuai said defiantly, but his intention to back down was clear.

Ye Jingcheng smiled slightly.

"Thank you, Elder An!" Ye Jingcheng accepted the third-tier array plate.

They also headed towards the outside of the mountain gate. At the dock of Purplewood Island, many cultivators from the Purplewood Sect had already gathered.

To his surprise, Ye Haisheng was also there.

"Jingcheng, I admit I underestimated you, but in my opinion, we need more voices, not one-man rule. So, like your Grand Uncle Haihe, I will work hard!" Ye Haisheng remained outwardly calm, but secretly transmitted his voice.

Actually, this kind of telepathic communication isn't very effective; if someone with higher cultivation levels encounters it, it's easy for them to intercept it.

But on Purplewood Island, there's no need to consider these things.

Of course, he seemed to feel that today was a little different, first An Yuhuai gave in, and now Ye Haisheng gave in.

The two of them yielded with such conviction, and it was all so full of grand principles.

Ye Jingcheng smiled slightly, looked at the setting sun, replied with the word "expectation," and then said nothing more.

He doesn't want to change anything about Hidden Island yet, at least not until he becomes a Golden Core cultivator and is the head of the Ye family's Lingyun Peak.

Hidden Island certainly has its advantages, and it is indeed more conducive to the growth of the Ye Family's strength. However, at times, it still creates a bit of distance between them.

But it's really good in adversity.

Ye Jingcheng piloted the spirit shuttle, following the sect cultivators, towards Jadewood Bay.

Accompanying them was an elder who had transformed from a Clan Elder of the Xing generation.

However, Ye Jingcheng and the other party were not very familiar with each other.

This operation on Jadecold Island was led by the three members of the Ye Family.

Ye Haisheng had just entered the Foundation Establishment Late Stage Foundation Establishment, Ye Jingcheng was also in the Foundation Establishment Late Stage on the surface, and with another Foundation Establishment Middle Stage, destroying Cold Jade Island would be more than enough.

On Skycloud Island, in the main hall of the Yun Family, Jade Inquirer Adept, dressed in a green robe, sat in a side hall.

Yun Baili also entered.

"Brother Guo, what brings you to my Yun Family today?" Yun Baili asked with a broad smile as he sat down to the side.

Jade Inquirer Adept did not reply immediately, but pondered for three breaths before speaking:

"I wouldn't say I have any important business dealings, but I do have a business deal to discuss with the Yun Family!" Jade Inquirer Adept, smoothing his sleeves, which made his hands appear empty.

There was also some anger in his expression.

As rumored, Yun Baili was arrogant and conceited, refusing to even offer him a cup of tea.

Not to mention, he had anticipated meeting Tianyun.

"Oh, what kind of business? Is it the business of bluefish? Or the business of Spring Jade?" Yun Baili asked hesitantly.

Upon hearing this, Jade Inquirer Adept almost burst into a tirade of curses, secretly spreading rumors that the Green Fish was stolen by the Jade Chu Sect, an affiliated force of the Yun Family.

"I remember that the Yun Family's business channels are not managed by Brother Baili, are they?" However, even so, Jade Inquirer Adept remained calm and composed.

"Then say you want to see my brother. This is easy to arrange. My brother is discussing business with other chambers of commerce. You know he's very busy. Just wait a moment!" Yun Baili pretended to be hesitant.

Jade Inquirer Adept gave a cold laugh and then took out a treasure map.

"Then please inform them that Yuwen has prepared a gift specifically for the upcoming birthday celebration of Master Baixuan's concubine."

Upon seeing this treasure map, Yun Baili immediately lost his composure, for it contained another Five Spirit Palace Spirit Map.

It also concerns the inheritance of the entire Five Spirits True Lord lineage.

However, the treasure map was still missing a corner, which made Yun Baili frown.

But they still took out the transmission talisman.

In less than ten breaths, Yun Baixuan, dressed in a red robe, entered the room.

Yun Baixuan has an old and fierce appearance, and in theory he is not suitable for business. However, in fact, Yun Baixuan handles the Yun Family's business extremely well.

"Baili, why wasn't tea served to our distinguished guest? Have you forgotten these most basic manners after cultivating for so long?" Yun Baixuan asked.

"Brother is right!" Yun Baili repeatedly poured tea.

"No need for formalities, Brother Baixuan. I, Guo, have only one request: to annihilate the Purplewood Sect!"

"Of course, don't think that I, Guo, am indulging in wishful thinking and attempting to form an alliance to kill each other. If I, Guo, were to say that the Purplewood Sect is just an ordinary force in the cultivation kingdoms of the Eastern Inland Eastern Region, I wonder if the Yun Family would be interested!"

"And if I knew that the Purplewood Sect also had Teleportation Array that could take us inland, would Brother Yun be interested?"

"Brother Yun should know that my Jade Chu Sect has the deepest dealings with the Purplewood Sect. Similarly, I am also aware that the predecessor of the Purplewood Sect was the Mu Family of Greatwood Island!" Jade Inquirer Adept said casually.

This also completely shocked Yun Baixuan.

Landlocked nations want to expand into the seas, but in reality, maritime powers also desperately want to expand inland.

Because only the inland areas can accommodate enough ordinary people.

Otherwise, in the maritime domain, developing to the Golden Core Faction would be the limit.

Because every time a large Beast Tide arrives, the entire Azure Cloud Sea Region is swallowed up by Demon Beast.

Only when the Beast Tide recedes will this place become an inland sea.

The name "Azure Cloud Sea" sounds nice, but everyone knows that only the land in the Heavenly Horse Sea Region is true human territory.

However, large-scale Beast Tide usually begin every hundred years, and a hundred years is enough to nourish many forces.

"I need to inform my Uncle Tian about this!" Yun Baixuan had no doubts.

Because he had also discovered that the Purplewood Sect was somewhat strange.

Cultivators have been born out of thin air.

However, the fact that it wasn't introduced through the official Heavenly Horse Alliance means it's definitely not a legitimate force in the cultivation world.

In the seas, the Azure Cloud Alliance is a cannon fodder alliance, while the Heavenly Horse Alliance is the true Human Race alliance.

"Of course, whether it is or not, the Yun Family only needs to set up a trap and invite the higher-ups of the Purplewood Sect to come and ask them!"

"Moreover, they specifically mentioned it was your wife's birthday banquet, as long as the higher-ups of the Purplewood Sect cut off all contact!"

"The Jade Chu Sect will bear the infamy of Purplewood Island, and we will offer up the Teleportation Array and treasure map one by one. The Yun Family will take 40% of all the spoils!" Jade Inquirer Adept.

However, as soon as the words "40%" were mentioned, both Yun Baixuan and Yun Baili frowned.

This made Jade Inquirer Adept secretly curse the greedy devil!

"The remaining 60% will be shared equally between our Jade Chu Sect's Mystic Sword Pavilion and the Vast Righteousness Chamber of Commerce!"

Upon hearing this, Yun Baixuan and Yun Baili, though still looking displeased, finally agreed.