"Idiot! You've been fooled!"
Fang Deming immediately roared upon hearing this.
He glared at the other party and continued, "The reason they said that was precisely to prevent you from investigating and pursuing them, thereby giving them a chance to escape! How can I have such a foolish subordinate!"
"My lord, please calm your anger!"
Seeing Fang Deming's fury, Xu Changfeng quickly stepped forward to appease him.
Only after Fang Deming's anger subsided did he speak, "My lord, they did not lie. I have also planted more informants before they left. If there is any unusual activity, they will report back. Therefore, I believe the possibility of them leaving is not high..."
Upon hearing this, Fang Deming fell silent. After a long while, he finally said, "Then send people to verify it. If it is indeed as you say, do not disturb them. Wait for them to come to us. Otherwise, do as I said!"
"Yes!"
Hearing this, Xu Changfeng immediately responded and then left the room.
...
As the sky gradually brightened, a new day dawned.
After having breakfast, Ye Cangtian brought Hu Qing and Hai Quan to his side.
"I'm going to the Yulong Mountain Villa's office to have a look around today. Are you interested?"
This...
Hai Quan's heart tightened. He had no idea of Ye Cangtian's strength!
So, upon hearing this, he instantly felt that this was like walking into a trap!
However, before he could voice his dissuasion, Hu Qing, who was beside him, spoke directly, "I am willing to go with you."
Although he knew that Fang Deming's strength was quite formidable, how could he possibly be a match for a Heavenly-tier expert?
Therefore, in Hu Qing's opinion, there should be no risk in going today. Perhaps he could even witness a good show. How could he miss this opportunity!
Hearing Hu Qing's words, Hai Quan hesitated for a long time and finally said, "I still won't go. I'll stay here. If you are captured again, I will be needed outside."
Hai Quan's intention was simple. If Ye Cangtian were to lose this time, Hu Qing should not be in any danger; at most, he would be confined to the small courtyard again.
But if he were to go, they would know that his compromise was fake. Once captured, he would surely be sent back to Yulong Mountain Villa.
Therefore, after careful consideration, he decided not to accompany them. This way, even if an accident occurred, he could protect himself and take care of his companions who had also feigned compromise...
"Then it's settled."
Ye Cangtian did not force him and directly made the decision.
After speaking, he stood up and, accompanied by Lan Yue and others, headed towards the Yulong Mountain Villa's office.
...
Not long after, Ye Cangtian and his group arrived at the entrance of the office.
The guards at the gate saw the familiar carriage and their hearts immediately tightened. However, when they saw Hu Qing, they burst into laughter.
"Lord Hu Qing, you're getting more pathetic! You've even been reduced to a coachman now!"
"Tell me, why bother? Isn't it good to stay honestly in the courtyard, with your food and clothing provided?"
The guards laughed and mocked Hu Qing.
Now that he had become a coachman, his status was even lower than theirs! He was clearly not valued, so they were unrestrained and did not fear anything.
However, their laughter came to an abrupt halt the next moment as Ye Cangtian and his group alighted from the carriage.
These were people whom even Xu Changfeng could not deal with, and today they had fulfilled their promise and truly came here.
They could not afford to offend such a person.
"Hu Qing, you are the responsible person for the Hidden Group's branch, representing the Hidden Group in all aspects. How do you think this matter should be handled?"
Just then, Ye Cangtian's voice came. Hu Qing was stunned for a moment and then understood Ye Cangtian's meaning.
Without a word, he flashed forward and appeared before the guards, swinging his arm and slapping them.
*Slap! Slap!*
Two crisp sounds echoed as the two guards at the gate were sent flying.
After all, they were just ordinary guards with only Profound-tier cultivation. How could they dodge the attack of an Earth-tier expert!
"You..."
The fallen guards, spitting out several bloody teeth, were instantly filled with rage.
Let alone Ye Cangtian, even facing Hu Qing who had recovered his strength, they dared not act presumptuously again. They could only glare back at him with hateful eyes.
"This is more like it!"
"Remember, no matter who it is, if they bully the Hidden Group, you just go ahead and fight back with confidence!"
"As long as you are in the right, I will back you up no matter what happens!"
Ye Cangtian walked forward with his group, patted Hu Qing's shoulder, and said calmly.
"Yes, your subordinate obeys!"
With these words, a warm current flowed through Hu Qing's heart, and he nodded resolutely.
On the other side, Ye Cangtian glanced at the fallen guards and said lightly, "People should remember to speak according to their strength, otherwise they won't even know how they died. This time, it's just a lesson for you."
"Thank you, my lord, for showing mercy. This subordinate remembers."
Upon hearing this, the guards were furious, gnashing their teeth. However, they could not afford to offend the other party, so they could only respond.
Seeing the guards' expressions, Ye Cangtian smiled faintly. He could naturally see their unruliness but did not pursue the matter. Instead, he said, "Since that's the case, you lead the way!"
The two guards dared not say anything more and quickly got up.
One of the guards, covering his face, quickly went inside to report.
The other guard walked in front of Ye Cangtian and his group, making a gesture of invitation.
At this time, Fang Deming had just finished his breakfast and was cultivating in his room.
Suddenly, he heard a hurried knock on the door, and his expression immediately turned grim. Normally, he did not have the habit of working in the morning.
Everyone knew this, but why was someone still disturbing him?
The next moment, with a hint of confusion and anger, he said, "Come in."
Given permission, a guard with a bruised face walked in and quickly said, "My lord, the person who beat Captain Xu Changfeng has arrived and is on his way to the main hall."
He really came?
Fang Deming was taken aback, his eyes darting around.
First, he beat Xu Changfeng, then he gave them the antidote, and now he came voluntarily. Such actions suggested that he was a significant figure in the Hidden Group!
Otherwise, he wouldn't have such audacity!
...
In the main hall.
When Fang Deming arrived, he immediately saw several figures.
One of them was exceptionally familiar – it was none other than the responsible person of the Hidden Group's branch, Hu Qing!
The next moment, his gaze shifted to Ye Cangtian, who was already seated in a chair.
So young?
Seeing how young Ye Cangtian was, Fang Deming immediately guessed that this must be a junior from some prominent family within the Hidden Group.
He relied on his family's backing to have a foothold in the Hidden Group.
Otherwise, relying solely on his own efforts, he could never have risen so quickly.
However, thinking about it, at such a young age, for the other party to possess such courage, this person could not be underestimated.
With this thought, the corners of his mouth curved upwards, revealing a smile. He said, "My young friend, may I know your esteemed name?"
Ye Cangtian heard this and replied calmly, "Codename: Death God."
Death God?
Fang Deming's brows furrowed. He had asked for the other party's name, but the other party had only replied with a codename, which was clearly impolite.
However, after a moment of silence, he also understood. Some members of influential families liked to play mysterious, adopting codenames or wearing masks to conceal their identities.
He assumed the other party was like that!
Thinking this, he quickly said, "May I know which family in the Hidden Group you are from? Perhaps I am friends with one of your elders!"
"Heh heh, I don't have a family."
Ye Cangtian let out a cold laugh and continued, "Even if I did, with your status, you are not qualified to associate with them."
"You!"
These words instantly turned Fang Deming's face crimson.
The other party had beaten his subordinate earlier, and he had not pursued the matter, instead conversing with him politely.
But the other party's opening remarks were so filled with hostility, which clearly showed that he was not taking him seriously!
From this, it seemed that the other party's purpose in coming here was likely ill-intentioned.
With this thought, Fang Deming could not help but reprimand, "You impudent brat! Since you don't intend to talk properly, then we'll settle this with our hands!"
"Don't rush."
Just as Fang Deming was about to make a move, Ye Cangtian's voice came.
Fang Deming looked at the other party again and snorted, "What? Are you scared?"