Library of Heaven's Path 2: Eternal Fate of the Heavens

Chapter 387: Chapter 22 Master Lai’s Arrangement

The High Monk from the neighboring Buddhist Sect was already rendered speechless with shock, even though the person in question hadn’t arrived yet. By this time, Zhang Xuan, with Elder Wu accompanying him, had been touring the outer city for a good two hours, before finally making his way to his residence, still not fully sated by the experience.

It had to be said, Master Lai was indeed generous. Although the mansion wasn’t as large as the one purchased in Zouyi City, the decorations were even more luxurious, and there were dozens of various types of rooms, including several silent chambers and practice grounds for cultivation.

The most crucial point was that there were sophisticated formations set up both inside and outside the compound. Once activated, nobody would take notice, even if life and death battles were taking place within, not to mention mere cultivation.

“Sun Qiang, you stay in the mansion and don’t go out, meanwhile, manage the subordinates and set the rules…”

After saying goodbye to Elder Wu, Zhang Xuan released Sun Qiang from the Suspended Realm, gave him a few instructions, then left with Empyrean Kong shi.

With the aid of the Sky Blue Wanxiang Card, he had obtained a residence and a citizen identity, but Sun Qiang and the others had not. Moreover, to enter the Inner City, one would need the status of a Tier-3 citizen, which meant at least 200 contribution points.

Since he had some free time, it wouldn’t hurt to go out and see if he could earn some extra points for contingency.

Even if he couldn’t earn points, it was essential to understand the rules so he could devise a plan for the future.

…

Inside the Wanxiang Sect, Lai Chengyi slowly stood up when he saw Zhang Xuan and his companion being taken away by Elder Wu. With a leap, his figure flickered a few times and arrived at a Teleportation Formation.

“To the headquarters!”

Stepping onto the platform, Lai Chengyi turned his head to give instructions.

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“Yes!” Several guards gathered around, all simultaneously activating the formation.

Buzz!

With a clear hum, the formation instantly became operational, and a dazzling glow enveloped him, turning him into specks of light that disappeared from the spot in the blink of an eye.

When he reappeared, he was already on an isolated island surrounded by a vast ocean with eight towering tombstones piercing The Firmament, each hundreds of meters tall, seemingly endless at a glance.

“Who goes there?”

After stepping out of the formation and taking a few steps, a guard blocked his path.

“I am Lai Chengyi, the leader of the Tianli City suburban branch, and I wish to visit Elder Gu You!” Lai Chengyi bowed.

“Yes!”

Recognizing the name, the guard didn’t dare to delay and hurried off, only to return shortly after, bowing with clasped hands: “Master Lai, this way, please!”

Following one after another, they arrived at a side hall where a refined middle-aged man, holding a brush and managing a jade book, stood quietly inside, bending over a desk, writing something.

“Elder Gu You…”

Lai Chengyi bowed with clasped hands.

“Master Lai, you’ve arrived…”

Elder Gu You looked up, smiling slightly: “Please have a seat!”

“I won’t sit down. I’m here to inquire about a matter and will leave as soon as I’m done…” Knowing that the other party had a tight schedule, Lai Chengyi didn’t beat around the bush.

Although it was confirmed that the Sky Blue Wanxiang Card in Zhang Xuanqing’s hand was real, as a branch leader, he had to understand exactly what was going on; he couldn’t be clueless about giving away a mansion worth 800,000.

Besides, it was also an opportunity to take credit for his actions.

“Master Lai, please speak!”

Elder Gu You paused his brushwork, looking over with curiosity.

“It’s like this, someone appeared today with a Sky Blue Wanxiang Card…”

Lai Chengyi detailed the day’s events.

Elder Ouyang Hai’s status was too high, so he wasn’t qualified to meet him, so he came to this Elder instead.

“You’re saying… that Zhang Xuanqing claimed the card in his hand was given by his teacher?”

After listening to the explanation, Elder Gu You was slightly astonished and clearly not too familiar with the situation.

“The other party claimed so…” Lai Chengyi hurriedly said.

“I’m not aware of this matter either. Please wait here for a moment, I will inquire about it and return shortly!” Elder Gu You turned and left.

As Lai Chengyi waited anxiously, the Elder hurried back after a while.

“Master Lai, I have confirmed with my teacher, and he indeed has issued a Sky Blue Wanxiang Card to someone. If indeed it is this person, I hope you will treat them with the highest regard of the Wanxiang Sect… If you do well, you will be eligible for an assessment to return to the headquarters in six months!”

Elder Gu You said.

“Yes! Thank you for your support, Elder Ouyang…”

Lai Chengyi’s eyes shone with excitement.

Under normal circumstances, even in ten years, he would not be qualified to enter the headquarters. But now, just by serving this holder of the Sky Blue Wanxiang Card well, he could return in merely half a year…

It was obvious that the young man held a terrifyingly high position.

“Mm, be off then!”

Elder Gu You waved his hand, adding: “Oh, my teacher mentioned there’s no need to disturb him unnecessary, but if the person requests help, try to fulfill it as much as possible!”

“Your subordinate understands!” Lai Chengyi nodded and then left.

Indeed, the trip was not in vain; he had gained a promise and benefits and now understood the true status of the young man.

Upon leaving the headquarters and using the Teleportation Formation, Lai Chengyi quickly returned to his own branch. After hesitating for a moment, he called out.

Soon, a middle-aged man dressed in black approached: “Greeting Master Lai!”

Lai Chengyi hurriedly helped him to stand: “Elder Qi Tianming, I summoned you here because there’s a matter I need assistance with…”

“Master Lai, you’re too polite. Just speak, and I shall do my best,” Elder Qi Tianming replied promptly.

Lai Chengyi said: “You are the strongest among our Wanxiang Sect’s hidden pieces, though you hold the title of Elder, you’ve never appeared in public, hence no one knows your identity or strength, making you perfect for staying concealed. This time, I’d like to ask you to pose as an Attendant and infiltrate a mansion.”

“A mansion? Could it be one of the Royal Nobles of Tianli City?” Qi Tianming asked with a grave expression.

Many powerful clans have their hidden chess pieces for tasks that aren’t meant to see the light of day. Although Wanxiang City is a neutral force, they too possess such individuals.

So-called neutrality doesn’t imply weakness nor ignorance of the darkness, but rather having the means to counterbalance those powerful clans without resorting to using them lightly.

Otherwise, with the vast wealth and influence of the Wanxiang Sect, they would have been eradicated long ago, with nothing left to this day.

“It’s not that. It’s just a minor figure whose cultivation is merely Galaxy 6-dan…”

Lai Chengyi briefed: “Once you arrive at his mansion, disguise yourself as an ordinary guard and report to me everything you see. Also, ensure the person’s safety. Absolutely no mishaps can occur…”

“Protect him without being discovered, right?” Qi Tianming came to an understanding.

“Correct!”

Lai Chengyi nodded with a smile: “If you accomplish this task, I will regularize your position, bringing you back into the light, and I could even recommend you as the next head of our branch!”

“Yes!”

Hearing that he could return to the light, Qi Tianming’s eyes reddened with excitement, as he bowed deeply in gratitude: “Rest assured, Master Lai. Your trust will not be misplaced.”

“Good! This person is called Zhang Xuanqing. All the servants and guards in the mansion have been arranged by me; infiltrating it shouldn’t be difficult…”

Lai Chengyi made his arrangements.