Chapter 2342: Slanderous Rumors

Tang Ming apologetically glanced at Barton Nake.

If he were to refine the Forging Hammer right here in his secluded retreat, it wouldn’t be an issue. But Tang Ming was heading to the Qiankun Nine Palace Realm, which Barton Nake couldn’t enter at all.

Barton Nake nodded: “I was being presumptuous.”

“No, it’s my relationship. After I successfully refine it, I’ll bring the Forging Hammer to Master Nak for your thorough study. It’s just that I’m not entirely confident with this Forging Skill, so I need absolute quiet.”

Barton Nake was a significant presence in West Continent City. First, he was a powerful figure from the Demon Slayer Clan.

Second, he was a master Immortal Craftsman, wielding great influence in West Continent City.

Barton Nake grinned and said, “City Lord, there’s no need to explain. Nak understands your reasons; the Demon Slayer Clan and West Continent City are already united.”

“No, no, no, this is different. By rights, I should let you observe from the sidelines. After all, it’s one of the secret techniques within Divine Machine Refinement. How about this, I’ll teach you the secret technique, just like you were watching.”

Tang Ming reached out and took out two blank Jade Scrolls, which were quickly filled with content.

Tang Ming took a deep breath and handed one of the Jade Scrolls to Barton Nake. Barton Nake understood that the other scroll was meant for Yao Jian.

However, Barton Nake didn’t feel envious. West Continent City was different from other cities; it required strength. If the city wasn’t strong enough, it would just be trampled by enemies.

Just like the Demon Slayer Clan back then, they were eventually driven out of the Underground Maze, even out of West Desolation City.

Yao Jian returned quickly, accompanied by Elder Feng Rui.

“Tang Ming, why don’t you refine artifacts during tomorrow’s tournament?”

Elder Feng Rui was quite surprised as he looked at Tang Ming, then asked.

Tang Ming smiled and said, “Elder Feng Rui, you don’t know, I’m actually an Alchemist, and refining artifacts is something I’ve only recently been studying. Although my family’s legacy involves artifact refinement, my father and I were separated in the Lower Realm, and I never learned the Path of Artifact Refining from him.”

“Huh? Is this true?”

Elder Feng Rui was extremely surprised as he looked at Tang Ming.

He surely knew that back when Tang Ming stayed at Yao Jian’s inn, he used the technique of Three Corrosion Five Spells.

This technique was something even he couldn’t master; if Tang Ming had only recently learned the Path of Artifact Refining, it was indeed a bit demoralizing.

“It’s true. I can confirm it.”

Barton Nake nodded, being from West Continent City, he naturally knew what Tang Ming excelled at.

Back then, Tang Ming was the Hall Master of the infirmary in Tianpo City.

“Alright then, I’ve already arranged everything Tang Ming needs for seclusion and forging in the chamber, please follow me.”

Elder Feng Rui smiled, then said.

Tang Ming followed Elder Feng Rui out of his resting room. In Dadun’s resting room, Dadun slightly furrowed his brows.

Ever since he entered the resting room, many people came to visit him.

These people were undoubtedly interested in Carl’s forging methods, and even the Feng Family wanted to purchase the effects of those inscriptions.

However, Dadun refused these requests.

Those inscriptions were the Blood God’s legacy. In the Blood God Plane, they were called Divine Language.

The language of the gods couldn’t possibly be peeped at by these lowly humans in the Taoyuan World. If it weren’t for being unable to act here, Dadun would’ve considered wiping out these people.

“So arrogant, they dare to desecrate even the Blood God, these people should all perish.”

Dadun thought to himself, a hint of killing intent flashing in his eyes.

“Young Master, Zhang Zhou sent a message asking where we are.”

Carl, however, didn’t have any particular thoughts, and even felt better as these people admired him.

Hearing Carl’s words, Dadun’s eyebrows raised: “Oh, why is he asking where we are? Didn’t we agree to separate? Could it be that Yigen instructed him to ask.”

“I’m not sure, but he seems to have something very important to tell you, judging by his tone, he’s quite anxious.”

Carl nodded after a pause, then said.

“Have him contact me. You two set up the formation.”

Dadun was quite familiar with Zhang Zhou. If it weren’t something significant, Zhang Zhou wouldn’t contact him.

Soon, the formation was set up, and Zhang Zhou’s face appeared in the illusion array of the formation.

“Young Master, there’s trouble. The eldest young master Yigen, after we left the Underground Maze, also arrived at the Abyss Sea of the Taoyuan World, and he has already occupied three islands.”

Zhang Zhou slightly bowed towards Dadun, then said.

“He entered the Taoyuan World, why?”

Dadun’s eyebrows raised again, then asked.

With a wry smile, Zhang Zhou replied: “I’m not entirely sure. When I contacted him, I was severely scolded. I suspect your men have someone on his side; he already knows I betrayed him. Young Master Dadun, you must plead for my life before the lord.”

His words made Dadun’s eyes narrow, but soon he showed a kind smile: “Zhang Zhou, don’t worry, I’ll definitely plead for your life before my father. After all, you’re the lord’s favored retainer. There’s nothing to worry about. I have other matters; I’ll end the call for now.”

With a wave of Dadun’s hand, Carl’s body instantly appeared beside him, and the formation was interrupted.

Dadun grabbed Carl by the collar: “Tell me, do we have anyone in our group who is Yigen’s man.”

“Young Master, how would I know? I’m loyal to you. I would never betray you!”

Carl was so frightened by Dadun that he was trembling a bit, but still spoke.

Dadun nodded: “Hmm, you and Sedno surely aren’t the problem. Cursed rascals, if I find out anyone betrayed me, I’ll skin them alive.”

Dadun was completely unaware that after Zhang Zhou communicated with him, he also chose to contact Yigen.

To destroy the Xue Keke Clan, Yigen must be dealt with, keeping Yigen in the Underground Maze clearly didn’t benefit Zhang Zhou.

The formation slowly clarified, revealing Yigen and Xue Keke in the illusion array.

Zhang Zhou, somewhat weak, looked at Yigen: “Young Master, there’s trouble. Dadun injured me, escaped my watch, and has taken his men to the land. As an old minister, I’ve failed you, please come yourself to the Taoyuan World to destroy the ambitious Dadun and avenge Zhang Zhou.”

The communication array gradually blurred again before Yigen could respond, and the communication array vanished.

Gazing at the vanished spot of the formation, Yigen’s eyes condensed.