Chapter 2256 - 2251: Mutual Restraint, Mutual Compromise

Chapter 2256: Chapter 2251: Mutual Restraint, Mutual Compromise

"Alright, Sanqiu, you little girl. You never speak properly. It’s getting late today, so I suggest Tang Ming the City Lord and Jiuzhe stay overnight. If you’re not comfortable, you can stay at the village as well. We have other matters to attend to, so we’ll leave you for now."

Niu Yingzi stood up and glanced at Hu Sanqiu as she spoke.

Tang Ming quickly stood up and sent off the elders from the Niu Family. Hu Sanqiu approached Tang Ming, "Sister Jiu, Tang Ming, what’s really going on? From the looks of the Niu Family people, there’s no sign of any division. That old guy Niu Yinghao is still alive and well."

"In fact, the Niu Family hasn’t split. They offer tribute to the Blood God, you know. The water Tang Ming uses to purify the demonized land is given by that Blood God."

Hu Jiuzhe explained to Hu Sanqiu. Hu Sanqiu took a deep breath, "It’s settled just like that, it seems West Desolation is about to fall into your hands."

In West Desolation City, inside the City Lord Mansion.

After returning, the Zeng brothers went directly to the private study of the Old Demon of West Desolation.

To Old Demon, the private study is like his wife’s bed, untouchable to anyone, because it contains things no one else is allowed to know.

Back when the Old Demon was appointed to West Desolation City, he built this hidden study here as instructed by the Tower Master of the Dark Tower.

He never dreamed the Zeng brothers would be so reckless, barging in by pushing the door open outside.

"City Lord, I need to speak with you."

Once Zeng Qiang entered, he shouted loudly. But when he saw the contents of the study, his eyes focused.

Inside Old Demon’s study, there were no bookshelves, but a statue was placed there. Just from its appearance, one could tell it was a demon and its status was not below that of the Fear Demon Monarch from back in the day.

"Who allowed you in, Zeng Qiang? Do you have no sense of decorum?"

Old Demon snorted coldly, the thought of using a magic treasure to kill the Zeng brothers flashed briefly.

Zeng Qiang’s face didn’t look good, he glanced at the statue of the Demon Monarch and then said, "My City Lord, I have no interest in the statue of this demon you offer tribute to. My third brother perished, and I’m here for answers."

Old Demon’s eyes narrowed and then said, "How is that possible, Zeng Xing has perished? What on earth happened? Didn’t you go to support him?"

Zeng Qiang entered the secret study of Old Demon and discovered Old Demon’s secret. Then he simply pulled out a chair and sat down, explaining what he had discovered at Dou Niu Mountain to Old Demon.

Old Demon gasped in shock, "So it means, the Fox Spirit Mountain Range has allied with the Niu Family from Dou Niu Mountain."

"I don’t know about that. Anyway, those who attacked us were those two groups. It was extremely difficult for us two to escape back. My third brother perished at the hands of the Niu Family, this matter cannot end like this."

Zeng Qiang’s gaze fell on Old Demon.

Old Demon was silent for a moment, then said, "This matter indeed needs to be addressed. Since the Niu Family dared to kill Zeng Xing, this matter cannot just be let go. But, as you know, I am the City Lord of West Desolation City, not the Commander of the stationed troops. The Commander is Wang Buqun. I am powerless."

"You say that, City Lord, you were the one who invited us. My third brother died, and now you push us towards Wang Buqun. We know well of the discord between Wang Buqun and yourself."

Zeng Meng beside Zeng Qiang glared.

Zeng Qiang also stood up, "Yes, City Lord. Let me tell you, we disciples possess a Heart Linked Ring. My fourth brother is still in the mountains, and surely, my master knows about my third brother’s demise. Aren’t you afraid my master will become angry and take action against you?"

Old Demon’s indifferent expression gradually faded away. He might not care about the Zeng brothers’ thoughts, but he couldn’t ignore the thoughts of the Fear Demon Elder, Lu Gou.

Lu Gou’s strength was well established there; even if Old Demon used the magic treasure given by the Tower Master of the Dark Tower, he wouldn’t likely be a match for Lu Gou.

This time, Zeng Qiang and Zeng Meng uncovered his secret again.

Old Demon remained silent for a long time before saying, "This matter is open for discussion. How about this, tomorrow I will convene a City Lord Mansion meeting to discuss with Wang Buqun."

Zeng Qiang and Zeng Meng exchanged a glance. The two didn’t necessarily need an army but needed powerful individuals.

Old Demon’s strength didn’t impress Zeng Qiang; according to their knowledge, Old Demon was placed in his position due to his connection with the Tower Master of the Dark Tower.

Wang Buqun, reportedly, is a competent person. However, like Old Demon pointed out, if assistance from Wang Buqun is needed, it seems they’re required to consult with him.

The Jiulong Dynasty was currently in chaos, with many local self-governing areas. But in West Desolation City, power still rested with three dominant figures.

The City Lord Mansion’s Old Demon of West Desolation, the Tower Master of the West Desolate Tower, and the stationed troops’ Commander Wang Buqun.

In addition to the neutral Hall Master Zhan Pengfei, the four of them were practically four malignant tumors of West Desolation City.

The four individuals restrained each other and compromised with each other, making West Desolation City what it is today; otherwise, it would have split apart long ago.

"We’ll allow you, the noble City Lord, a day’s time. Tomorrow evening, we’ll visit again."

Zeng Qiang turned to leave the secret study of Old Demon. As he left, his gaze briefly swept past the statue of the Demon Monarch.

Seeing the Zeng brothers leave, Old Demon opened the study door and peered outside; there was no one there, allowing him to finally heave a long sigh as he returned to the room.

Inside the study, the statue’s eyes suddenly illuminated, "These Zeng family members are quite useless. Who would have thought, the Niu Family actually allied with Tang Ming and Hu Jiusheng." 𝒻𝑟ℯℯ

"Indeed, previously, Hu Jiuzhe, who left the Fox Spirit Mountain Range, has also returned to the Fox Spirit Mountain Range. It seems the West Desolation is truly about to erupt into chaos. Master, should you send some people over to me? I can no longer control the Zeng brothers, I’m afraid I won’t be able to guard the mines for much longer."

Old Demon sighed and then spoke.

The statue’s mouth slightly curled upwards, "Little Wu, when you served as my attendant student, you were this timid, even now, with such tremendous strength, you’re still the same. How many years have you and my avatar been in Taoyuan World."

"Quite many years ago, after I was slain in the last holy war, my soul was placed into this body by you, Master. Is the Demon Eye really about to be unlocked? Last time Tang Mosheng forcibly sealed the Demon Eye, this time his son has arrived at the Fox Spirit Mountain Range. Do you think he might have given the magic treasure that seals the Demon Eye to his son?"

Old Demon spoke with deep apprehension when mentioning Tang Mosheng.