Taken In Again!

Kong Xiuping was so speechless by Zhang Yang's words that he almost couldn't catch his breath. If he hadn't been so well-mannered, he would have already started cursing.

Isn't this just messing with him?

Zhang Yang glanced at Kong Xiuping and said seriously, "The place my junior sister went to involves a military operation of the Azure Cloud Sect. This is a top secret of the Azure Cloud Sect, so of course I can't tell you about it."

By the way, Brother Kong, you've come at the perfect time.

Our Azure Cloud Sect will hold a military exercise in six months.

At that time, we will send invitations to all sects.

Since Brother Kong is here in person, I now extend a warm invitation to the Langya Sacred Land to participate in this military exercise. I also request that Brother Kong represent the Langya Sacred Land in observing this military exercise."

Kong Xiuping has a big head; he can't understand it!

What is this military exercise?

A female disciple stepped forward, gave Zhang Yang a seductive look, and asked, "We'd like to come and watch. Would Fellow Daoist Zhang welcome us?"

"Welcome!" Zhang Yang nodded. "I'll prepare VIP seats for you then!"

"Thank you, Fellow Daoist Zhang. My name is Kong Qinghan. I have a few questions I'd like to ask you privately. When would you have time?"

Zhang Yang sighed and shook his head, saying, "I've been busy with this military exercise lately, and I'm afraid I won't have time until after the exercise. It'll only be half a year, which will pass quickly. If you'd like, you can stay in Azure Cloud Town for a while, and then we can discuss it again."

By the way, you need a temporary residence permit to stay in Azure Cloud Town, and there's no charge for obtaining one.

The temporary residence permit is free, but you'll have to pay to actually stay there, right?

Can you really resist spending money?

These are all lucrative targets, boosting the economy of Azure Cloud Town!

Kong Qinghan nodded repeatedly. "Thank you for your suggestion, Fellow Daoist Zhang. I'll go and apply for a temporary residence permit later!"

The other women's eyes lit up too; they could also get temporary residence permits!

Kong Xiuping looked somewhat melancholy. Was he also going to apply for a temporary residence permit?

Having failed in both of his initial attempts at the first meeting, he was too embarrassed to bring up the issue of the Azure Cloud Sect's secret treasure.

In the end, Kong Xiuping had no choice but to take his leave and descend the mountain.

Zhang Yang politely escorted Kong Xiuping down the mountain. After seeing him off, he immediately found the disciple who had taken the photo earlier. "Yu Song, quickly send the photo to Junior Brother Jiang and have him publish it in the next issue of the Azure Cloud Gazette!"

"This time, the Azure Cloud Gazette should publish more copies, and it would be best if they could be sent to other continents through other channels."

"Yes, Eldest Senior Brother!" Yu Song rushed to Azure Cloud Town and handed over all the information he had taken to Jiang Zhiqiu.

That afternoon, the printing presses of Azure Cloud Gazette Group started spinning wildly.

Meanwhile, Kong Xiuping returned to Azure Cloud Guesthouse, still unwilling to give up.

The other female disciples have already gone to apply for temporary residence permits.

However, when applying for temporary residence permits, a subtle hostility emerged among the female disciples, and the way they looked at each other was rather strange.

After obtaining their temporary residence permits, they can live in Azure Cloud Town for a year.

If you want to stay in Azure Cloud Town for another year, you will need to apply for a temporary residence permit again.

As for Kong Xiuping, it's still undecided whether or not to apply for a temporary residence permit.

His mission was not actually completed.

He had failed to achieve his goal of a marriage alliance, failed to vent his anger by challenging Zhang Yang to a duel, and hadn't even figured out the secrets of the Azure Cloud Sect. Naturally, he couldn't just go back like this.

Then, he decided to visit the Azure Moon Merchant Association.

Because Situ Mingyue also has another identity: the chairperson of the Azure Moon Merchant Association.

He guessed that the chairman was probably the one who made the decision, wanting to check on Situ Mingyue's business and, incidentally, inquire about Situ Mingyue whereabouts.

After spending some time there, Kong Xiuping returned to the Azure Cloud Guesthouse with a pile of things; it was already evening.

At night, there was a knock on the door.

When Kong Xiuping opened the door, he was surprised to see Chunxiao. He asked, "Is there something you need?"

Chunxiao smiled and said, "Honorable guests, the latest Azure Cloud Gazette Daily has been distributed, and I'm here to deliver Azure Cloud Gazette to you."

Kong Xiuping's eyes lit up as he took the Azure Cloud Gazette.

After seeing Chunxiao off, he hurriedly returned to his room to watch.

Upon opening the newspaper, Kong Xiuping was stunned.

The photo of him shaking hands warmly with Zhang Yang was published on the cover, taking up half of the cover.

This Azure Cloud Gazette Daily has already been released on Douyin.

When Kong Xiuping saw his own friendly smile in the photo, he got goosebumps all over.

Is this me?

What is Azure Cloud Gazette up to?

Upon closer inspection, he saw a line of large characters at the top: New Starting Point, New Direction!

"According to this newspaper, Kong Xiuping, representative of the Langya Sacred Land and son of the Sage Master, arrived at the Azure Cloud Sect and held a friendly meeting with Zhang Yang, representative of the Qingyun Sect. The two representatives had a pleasant conversation. After the meeting, Mr. Kong Xiuping, representative of the Langya Sacred Land, toured the Azure Cloud Sect accompanied by representatives of the Azure Cloud Sect. Please see the detailed report below:"

Kong Xiuping stared in shock at the contents of the newspaper. What was it saying?

He admitted that he had indeed arrived at the Azure Cloud Sect, met with them, and the conversation went fairly well.

But he didn't say anything!

This report sounds like it's about the Azure Cloud Sect and the Langya Sacred Land forming an alliance!

Kong Xiuping hurriedly looked at the details and admitted that everything was true.

However, the entire text seems to be pointing to one fact: the Azure Cloud Sect and the Langya Sacred Land have formed an alliance!

Especially the final words. "This meeting has brought the relationship between the Langya Sacred Land and the Azure Cloud Sect a significant step forward, marking a new beginning for both sides. We hope that both sides can maintain this positive development and jointly create a bright future!"

"Zhang Yang!"

Kong Xiuping flew into a rage.

He wasn't stupid; he instantly understood Zhang Yang's intentions and realized that he had been outmaneuvered by Zhang Yang.

He could imagine that if the Azure Cloud Gazette were sent out, everyone would think that their Langya Sacred Land and Azure Cloud Sect had formed an alliance.

The crucial point is, he actually offered himself up!

"You unfilial son! You son of a bitch! You beast!"

Kong Xiuping simply couldn't find any other insults.

Especially when he saw the entire report, along with the photos of him and Zhang Yang "talking amicably," Kong Xiuping felt like killing someone.

He wondered why someone next to him was constantly pressing that thing, and after a while, it turned out they had recorded everything!

He picked up the newspaper, his eyes red, and found Chunxiao anxiously asking, "Who made this Azure Cloud Gazette? Has it been published? How many people know about it?"

Chunxiao looked at Kong Xiuping strangely and said, "Of course, the Azure Cloud Gazette is published by the Azure Cloud Town Government!"

Each printing involves tens of thousands of copies, which are immediately sent to all corners of the world, even to other continents.

Kong Xiuping's anger surged to the top of his head. He roared, "How can your Azure Cloud Sect distort the truth? What exactly do you want?"

Chunxiao said seriously, "Mr. Kong, although we consider you a distinguished guest, please don't cause trouble."

If you have any complaints, please feel free to voice them.

However, if you insult our sect, don't blame us for being impolite.

And also, I think you're thinking of taking action?

I'm warning you, violence is strictly forbidden in Azure Cloud Town. Anyone who dares to use violence will pay a bloody price!

"You guys... are good! Good! Good, good, good!!"

Kong Xiuping pointed fiercely at Chunxiao, but reason prevented him from doing anything in the end.

He immediately summoned the other people from the Langya Sacred Land. After everyone had gathered, Kong Xiuping, his face ashen, said, "Let's go back!"

"Senior Brother Kong, what's wrong?" everyone asked in surprise.

"See for yourselves!" Kong Xiuping slammed the Azure Cloud Gazette down on everyone's hands.