"What! Chen Yi is dead? And he was executed as a traitor by the Yin Group?"
Wei Gu's eyes widened, clearly disbelieving all of this.
After all, Chen Yi was a Heavenly-tier expert, holding a high position within the Yin Group.
If someone of that caliber already controlled the Yin Group's authority, why would they still rebel? It was simply impossible!
Sigh.
Seeing Wei Gu's expression, Ye Cangtian understood everything. He sighed helplessly and waved his hand.
In the next moment, a spatial projection formed before the two of them. The figures in the projection were Chen Yi, Ye Cangtian, and Xing Yuan.
Ye Cangtian projected the entire process, from interrogating Chen Yi to killing him.
This...
Seeing the spatial projection, Wei Gu stood frozen. He had only heard the news of Chen Yi's disappearance, but he never imagined he was killed by Ye Cangtian.
Thinking back to his attitude towards the Yin Group now, he realized he had indeed misunderstood them.
After a long moment, he looked at Ye Cangtian, cupped his hands, and bowed slowly, saying, "I am truly sorry, Mr. Ye. I misunderstood you all."
As he spoke, Wei Gu quickly put down his heavy hammer and gestured for Ye Cangtian to enter the pavilion for a talk.
Seeing this, Ye Cangtian waved his hand and said, "It's not your fault. Chen Yi's negative influence on the Yin Group was indeed significant..."
Saying this, Ye Cangtian, led by Wei Gu and his son, entered the pavilion.
To show his apology, Wei Gu personally brewed a cup of tea for Ye Cangtian before sitting down.
"Mr. Ye, what my son just said about the ruins being in great chaos soon, is that true?" Wei Gu asked directly, having his own considerations.
If this matter were true, Crimson Cloud Island would likely find it difficult to remain neutral. After all, weapons and armor were necessities for any large-scale conflict.
Therefore, for the sake of victory, someone would surely come knocking. This meant he needed to make plans to prevent Crimson Cloud Island from getting caught in the crossfire.
Mhm.
Ye Cangtian nodded and said, "The situation is not optimistic at the moment. Flying Cloud Pavilion has joined forces with forces like Barren Mountain and has obtained the Eight Trigram Spiritual Gathering Formation in Misty Rain Tower..."
Ye Cangtian briefly explained the situation. Upon hearing this, Wei Gu's expression immediately turned grim.
The actions of Flying Cloud Pavilion were akin to a declaration of war. Most importantly, even his own son had nearly died at the hands of Flying Cloud Pavilion.
In the next moment, he cupped his hands towards Ye Cangtian and said, "Thank you, Mr. Ye, for saving my son. Your great kindness..."
"Father, Mr. Ye not only saved me, but he also personally escorted me back amidst his busy schedule!" Before Wei Gu could finish, Wei Xiaofeng interrupted him.
Including the Canglan Immortal Palace, Ye Cangtian had saved him twice. If he only thanked him with words for this kindness, even he would feel guilty.
Wei Gu glared at Wei Xiaofeng. Wei Xiaofeng was clearly favoring outsiders!
Furthermore, judging by Wei Xiaofeng's attitude, his son hoped more that Crimson Cloud Island would cooperate with the Yin Group.
Thinking of this, Wei Gu fell silent.
After a long while, Wei Gu looked at Ye Cangtian and said, "Mr. Ye, Crimson Cloud Island has a masterpiece, named the Nine Provinces Wind and Cloud Armor..."
"What!" Hearing about the Nine Provinces Wind and Cloud Armor, Wei Xiaofeng's eyes widened in shock.
The Nine Provinces Wind and Cloud Armor was a demi-god level armor that a crafting grandmaster from the Armory Tower had spent his entire life and countless rare treasures creating.
It was also the only demi-god level armor the Armory Tower had successfully forged since its establishment!
Since its completion, it had been the treasure of the Armory Tower.
Let alone giving it away, even displaying it was something previous tower lords of the Armory Tower were unwilling to do.
It was known that even Wei Gu, the strongest craftsman at the Armory Tower currently, was only at the Master level.
Wei Gu's current skill level was such that he could barely forge weapons and armor that were close to spiritual artifacts.
To forge a demi-god artifact was a pipe dream for Wei Gu.
Under such circumstances, not to mention other craftsmen.
It was precisely for this reason that the Nine Provinces Wind and Cloud Armor had become the pinnacle creation of modern times and held a very high status on Crimson Cloud Island.
"Shut up!" Wei Gu glared at Wei Xiaofeng, signaling him not to speak further. Then, he looked at Ye Cangtian and said, "Mr. Ye, please follow me!"
As he spoke, Wei Gu turned and walked away, introducing as he went.
Previously, Chen Yi had acted against the Armory Tower not only to make them submit.
It was also because Chen Yi, from somewhere unknown, had learned that the Armory Tower possessed a demi-god level armor.
Therefore, Chen Yi was also after this armor.
Ultimately, he did not hesitate to use force to seize the armor, forcing the Armory Tower to flee and live in seclusion.
A demi-god level armor? Hearing this, Ye Cangtian finally understood Wei Xiaofeng's shocked expression earlier.
To be honest, he had never heard of a demi-god level armor before. At most, they were spiritual artifacts. Therefore, upon hearing this, he was also quite surprised.
He truly did not expect that the ancestors of the Armory Tower had achieved such great success in crafting.
Just based on that skill, it was definitely comparable to those ancient divine craftsmen.
With these thoughts in mind, Ye Cangtian was soon led into a secret chamber.
After turning over the wall of the secret chamber, Ye Cangtian finally saw the true appearance of the Nine Provinces Wind and Cloud Armor.
It was an armor with a cyan-gold hue, adorned with auspicious clouds and a dark red cape. The overall appearance was exceptionally imposing, yet it did not lose its nobility.
In an instant, Ye Cangtian was captivated by the armor.
Seeing this, Wei Gu was silent for a moment before speaking, "Mr. Ye, this armor contains a residual spirit. It requires a blood pact to recognize its master. Only by gaining the recognition of the residual spirit can it be compatible with a person. If Mr. Ye successfully forms a blood pact, then it will be yours, and it can be considered a token of gratitude for saving my son's life."
This... Ye Cangtian hesitated. To be honest, he was truly fond of the Nine Provinces Wind and Cloud Armor.
However, he also knew the significance of such a demi-god level armor to Misty Rain Tower.
After a period of silence, Ye Cangtian looked at Wei Gu and said, "I did not specifically save Wei Xiaofeng, nor do I have the habit of seeking thanks for my actions. Moreover, this battle armor is too precious, and I am not worthy to accept it!"
"Regardless, you are the benefactor who saved my son's life."
"Besides, armor is forged to be used in bloody battles. If it is kept here to gather dust, it would be the greatest disrespect to our ancestors!"
"And only someone like Mr. Ye would not disgrace its existence..."
Huh? Listening to Wei Gu's words, Ye Cangtian's brows furrowed. He thought to himself: They really are father and son!
In the next moment, he looked at Wei Gu and said indifferently, "I will not accept the battle armor. However, if Crimson Cloud Island has any requests within my capabilities, I will do my best to help. So please do not beat around the bush!"
Uh... Being directly seen through by Ye Cangtian, Wei Gu showed an awkward smile.
"Alright, since that is the case, I will speak plainly."
"Crimson Cloud Island has experienced several consecutive upheavals, and its strength is no longer what it used to be. It cannot withstand further conflict."
"Therefore, I am giving you this battle armor. Firstly, it is to thank you for saving my son's life. Secondly, it is to refuse my son's cooperation with the Yin Group..."
Alas! Hearing Wei Gu's words, Ye Cangtian sighed. He understood what the other party meant. It was simply that they did not want to be drawn into this war.
After all, no one liked war.
After a moment, Ye Cangtian looked at Wei Gu and said, "I told you, saving his life does not count as a debt. As for cooperation between the two parties, since Crimson Cloud Island does not wish to, I will not force it. Therefore, there is no need to compensate with armor!"
"No, if Mr. Ye can take the Nine Provinces Wind and Cloud Armor, then please take it!" Wei Gu quickly interrupted Ye Cangtian and continued, "I understand the principle of 'possessing treasures brings misfortune'. If this armor is kept, it will surely bring future disaster..."
Huh? Hearing this, Ye Cangtian's brows furrowed again.
He always felt that the other party's statement was not simple, as if there was another purpose.
Moreover, the Nine Provinces Wind and Cloud Armor was a demi-god level armor. If Wei Gu truly wanted to sell it, wouldn't it be better to present it at the Peak Competition?
That way, it could also bring Crimson Cloud Island much-needed resources!
Thus, why would he insist on forcing it upon him?
Thinking of this, Ye Cangtian looked at Wei Gu and said grimly, "I just reminded you that I don't like beating around the bush. You'd better state your true intentions! Otherwise, it will be easy for me to suspect that you have ulterior motives!"
"This..." Seeing Ye Cangtian's cold expression, Wei Xiaofeng was stunned.
Then he quickly stepped forward and said, "Mr. Ye, please don't overthink it. Crimson Cloud Island definitely has no ill intentions..."