Yan Xiong chuckled, "Don't you feel that all of this is exactly what we wanted to see?"
Hai An was stunned and asked, confused, "Isn't this a good thing?"
"While this is indeed the situation we wished for, I can't help but feel that everything is going too smoothly!" Yan Xiong organized his thoughts. "Yes, it's like a flawless scam. The fewer flaws there are, the bigger the flaw!"
"Second Boss, you're worrying too much!" Hai An said. "I've read about the history of the mortal world in recent years and the methods of the mortal world's law enforcement agencies. They prioritize the lives of the common people, even at the cost of their own lives!"
"If Chen Dong was truly sent from the outside, this would go against their mission!"
"And the most important point is that cultivators in the mortal world have very low cultivation levels!"
"Not to mention Chen Dong is also an alchemist!"
Yan Xiong nodded slightly. "It seems I was overthinking it!"
As they were speaking!
Chen Nan and Bao Zhen walked into the restaurant side by side!
"Why does my brother Chen look so unwell?" Yan Xiong asked with a slight smile, feigning ignorance.
Chen Nan said irritably, "It's all thanks to the women you bestowed upon me last night, Second Boss. I wanted to be gentle, so I used the Soul Hooking Incense. Who knew those women would try to kill me this morning!"
"So, I had no choice but to kill them!"
Yan Xiong laughed, "A mere few ants, don't let them affect Brother Chen's mood!"
"They are just a few ants, and they won't affect my mood. But I dislike killing in the morning!" Chen Nan said. "Enough about that, let's eat!"
Yan Xiong signaled to his subordinate, who quickly brought over a lavish breakfast.
"In Wuyang City, there is a thousand-year-old mansion located in the core area. It's quiet amidst the hustle and bustle, a veritable blessed land," Yan Xiong said. "I've already had someone set up a Earth Fire Array there for Brother Chen. You can live there from now on and refine your pills!"
"Of course, I'll also send some beauties over from time to time for you to enjoy!" He then gave Chen Nan a knowing look!
Chen Nan waved his hand. "No need."
Yan Xiong looked curious. "Why?"
Chen Nan replied, "I'm usually fine with anything, but when I'm refining pills, I don't like to be disturbed! If I need anything, I'll have someone inform Second Boss!"
Yan Xiong suddenly understood. "So that's how it is!"
Chen Nan suddenly asked, "May I ask Second Boss, when can I see Gui Ye?"
"Why do you want to see Gui Ye?" Yan Xiong asked with a chuckle.
Chen Nan: "Why?"
"Yes, why?" Yan Xiong's smile remained unchanged.
Chen Nan was amused. "I came to Wuyang City precisely because of Gui Ye's ambition. Naturally, I wish to behold his supreme demeanor. Are there any other reasons?"
"What you said makes sense!" Yan Xiong smiled. "Gui Ye is currently in seclusion. I am in charge of all matters in Wuyang City. But don't worry, once Gui Ye comes out of seclusion, I will take you to see him immediately!"
"Alright!"
Chen Nan didn't say much more. He still felt that Yan Xiong was wary of him!
But he knew he couldn't rush this!
"Second Boss, there's a situation!"
At this moment, a middle-aged man walked over and whispered a few words into Yan Xiong's ear!
Yan Xiong nodded slightly and said, "Brother Chen, some more followers have arrived outside the city. I'll go and assess the situation first. After you finish your meal, Bao Zhen will escort you there!"
"Second Boss, please go ahead!"
Hearing that more followers had arrived outside, Chen Nan also breathed a sigh of relief!
The appearance of these people would distract Yan Xiong!
After the meal!
Bao Zhen had the driver take Chen Nan to an old mansion!
This mansion covered an area of over a thousand mu. It was the oldest building in Wuyang City and a 5A-rated scenic spot!
But after Gui Ye's people took over Wuyang City, it became Gui Ye's private property!
In addition, many servants were arranged there!
Without exception, they were all young masters and ladies from major aristocratic families!
There were over a hundred of them!
"From now on, Brother Chen is the master of this place. If any of you dare to disrespect Brother Chen, don't blame me for sending you to the underworld to see your relatives!"
"Did you hear that?"
Bao Zhen yelled at the crowd!
"Yes!"
They were all terrified, heads bowed, not even daring to look at Chen Nan!
Chen Nan sighed inwardly!
The appearance of Gui Ye's group had disrupted the city's balance!
He had to find an opportunity to expose Gui Ye and kill him with one blow!
"Brother Chen, follow me, I'll take you to the alchemy room!"
Bao Zhen led Chen Nan to an antique room!
All the furniture had been cleared out, and the foundation of the Earth Fire Array was visible on the ground!
Chen Nan formed a hand seal, and the Earth Fire Array was instantly activated, emitting azure flames!
"This place is a good spot!"
Chen Nan nodded slightly!
Earth Fire also had its strengths and weaknesses!
And this place was the core area of the earth vein, where refining pills could yield twice the results with half the effort.
*Whoosh!*
Chen Nan waved his hand!
The Heaven Burning Furnace landed heavily on the ground!
"Is this item a spiritual artifact?" Bao Zhen's eyes revealed a hint of surprise!
Spiritual artifacts were also very expensive for them!
Chen Nan let out a wry smile. "Brother Bao, do you understand now why I've come to pledge allegiance to Gui Ye?"
Bao Zhen came to his senses and smiled. "I was a bit confused before, but now I understand!"
Chen Nan sighed. "Cultivators are generally proud. Unless absolutely necessary, no one is willing to be subservient to others!"
"Before the arrival of the powerful beings, I could still roam freely. Although my strength isn't formidable, in the mortal world, how many people could injure me?"
"But now, countless powerful beings have descended upon the mortal world!"
"If they learn that I possess a spiritual artifact, how can I possibly live?"
"They will surely spare no expense to kill me and seize my spiritual artifact!"
"Rather than that, it's better to seek a powerful backing!"
He spoke with a helpless expression, revealing the unwillingness and helplessness of cultivators who possessed treasures!
Bao Zhen patted his shoulder. "Brother, I've had similar experiences. Unfortunately, my treasure... alas, it's better left unsaid!"
Chen Nan's heart leaped with joy!
Could it be that Bao Zhen had a similar experience?
If so, he might be able to make use of it!
"Brother Chen, I'll wait outside while you refine your pills!" Bao Zhen wisely turned and left. Although he was hiding it well, Chen Nan could see a hint of dejection and unwillingness in his eyes!
Chen Nan knew!
Bao Zhen was the crucial piece in his plan to overthrow Gui Ye!
However, before that, he had to provide Bao Zhen with sufficient benefits!
As long as the benefits were great enough, he would surely be willing to serve Chen Nan!