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Seeing that it was indeed the Manor Lord of the Yellow Wind Mountain Manor who had arrived right after Lian Chongyi, Yan Zhaoge felt even more amused.
Yan Zhaoge felt that it was very good and very strong for the two groups to be fighting each other after they were done.
Seizing the opportunity, actively forging ahead, fighting for some support that could be obtained, and constantly increasing the stakes for oneself.
Yan Zhaoge was not averse to this kind of thing. Whether it was Elder Bai or Elder Hong, he did not have any inclination towards either of them. Therefore, since he had met the representative of one side, he would naturally give the other side an equal chance.
Otherwise, if the news were to spread that Yan Zhaoge had met Lian Chongyi but given Manor Lord Huang the cold shoulder, it would be equivalent to telling others that he supported Elder Hong.
Manor Lord Huang first reminisced about the deceased Elder Li together with Yan Zhaoge, before it gradually turned into a casual conversation.
After chatting for a bit, Manor Lord Huang no longer dared to drag things out, lest he took up too much of Yan Zhaoge's time and incurred his irritation.
He took out a brocade box and said smilingly, "I've heard that Young Master Yan is fond of antiques, and is even well-versed in various ancient texts. This old man just obtained an ancient treasure not too long ago, but was unable to comprehend it myself. I'd like to seek Young Master Yan's guidance."
Seeing him open the brocade box, Yan Zhaoge could not help but be slightly taken aback.
There was a jade annulus in the brocade box, but it was only half of it. It was semi-circular, and there were simple and unadorned patterns on its surface.
It was clearly the other half of the jade coin that Yan Zhaoge had previously instructed Ah Hu to find.
After Yan Zhaoge had obtained the other half of the jade coin from Black Nightmare Mountain's Yao Shan, because the fracture on the jade coin was new, it had clearly been broken not too long ago. Therefore, he had determined that the other half of the jade coin was most likely still in the Sand Region.
Who would have thought that after wearing out iron shoes in fruitless search, he would find it by chance without even looking for it.
As Yan Zhaoge appraised Manor Lord Huang, he saw that Manor Lord Huang was also looking at him rather expectantly.
Discreetly exchanging a glance with Ah Hu, Yan Zhaoge saw Ah Hu shake his head slightly, indicating that he was being secretive. Even though he had been searching for the other half of the Jade Annulus, he did not leak any information.
At the very least, the news would not reach Manor Master Huang's ears.
Manor Lord Huang indeed did not know that Yan Zhaoge also possessed half of the jade coin, but he had found someone to verify it. The half of the Jade Annulus in his hand was very old, and it was genuine, not a modern imitation.
The reason why Manor Master Huang was so confident when facing Lian Chongyi was not because he was blind, but because he felt that he had a target in mind. Throwing themselves at Yan Zhaoge's liking, the gift would most likely enter Yan Zhaoge's eyes.
Stroking the jade coin with his finger, Yan Zhaoge smiled after a while, "It is indeed an ancient artifact of ancient times. I am also unable to see through it at the moment."
"However, I have some ideas. If Manor Lord Huang doesn't mind, can I stay for a few more days to study them?"
A smile immediately appeared on Manor Lord Huang's face, "Of course. With Young Master Yan around, this treasure will not be covered in dust."
Manor Master Huang then tried to change the topic to Elder Bai. Yan Zhaoge not accepting any of them caused Manor Lord Huang to feel rather regretful. Still, on the whole, he had still left in a pretty good mood.
After sending off Manor Lord Huang, Yan Zhaoge tapped lightly on the table, saying, "Ah Hu, choose something from my personal possessions to give to the two of them as a gift."
He tapped the brocade box containing the jade coin, "The value of this item is a little higher. Just say that it is because I have a penchant for antiques."
Ah Hu blinked, "Young Master. Neither of them are of Broad Creed Mountain's lineage. They took the initiative to give it to you, and it wasn't you extorting or extorting them. It's actually no big deal for you to take it. Even if the matter is brought back to the clan, it will still be fine. "
"One is playing petty tricks, using the excuse of apologising to sell dog meat, while the other is coming under the guise of mourning for Elder Li. I don't have a good impression of both of them." Yan Zhaoge shook his head, "If they were all things like the Jade Spring Condensed Essence, it would still be fine. Who knows, I might really just eat up the one and eat up the other. The two families would eat it up and wipe it clean. "
"However, this half of the jade coin just happens to be what I am currently searching for. If he doesn't deliver it to us, we would still have to spend time searching for it. Therefore, we should return the gift."
Yan Zhaoge waved his hands, "Only returning the gift to one family, in the eyes of the outside world, I am still standing between Elder Bai and Elder Hong. Therefore, both families should return the gift."
"Unless Uncle Jun expresses his stance on the matter of the Howling Wind Sword Sect, we will not participate in it."
Ah Hu gave a simple and honest laugh, "Yes, Young Master."
Yan Zhaoge took out his half of the jade coin, combining it with the other half in the brocade box.
The two halves of the jade coin came together, fitting together seamlessly, instantly forming a complete jade coin, flickering with a faint radiance.
Yan Zhaoge's finger traced along the patterns on the surface of the jade coin, slowly deducing the circulation of this spirit formation within his heart.
Because the jade coin itself had been shattered, the spirit formation inscribed on it had also become incomplete. While the spirit patterns had been restored, for the circulation of the spiritual qi within to be restored, Yan Zhaoge would still have to deduce and repair it.
As the days passed, the newly appointed Acting Elder of Broad Creed Mountain's Suzhou City, Xu Fei, finally arrived.
Yan Zhaoge, Feng Yunsheng and Ah Hu all went out to welcome him, seeing a tall man striding over with a majestic aura. It was precisely the 'Heavenly Roc' Xu Fei.
Xu Fei strode over to Yan Zhaoge, punching Yan Zhaoge's shoulder, laughing heartily, "I've come to assist you this time."
Yan Zhaoge also laughed, "Sending you over to Suzhou City as an Acting Elder is really a waste of your talent."
Xu Fei took off the leather pouch at his waist, gulping down a large mouthful of wine before wiping his mouth, not minding it at all, "With the clan's orders, I will naturally obey. Grand Master and Master definitely have their own considerations."
"I've also seen the report you sent to the clan. The Decimating Abyss and Black Nightmare Mountain getting together, this matter can be big or small, and cannot be taken lightly."
Xu Fei handed the leather pouch over to Yan Zhaoge, who also raised his head and gulped down a mouthful of wine before saying, "Speaking of which, I might have to leave for a period of time in the near future. At that time, I'll need senior apprentice-brother Xu to keep a closer eye on me."
"Just go at ease," Xu Fei answered.
Swivelling his head to look at Feng Yunsheng, he smiled, "Junior apprentice-sister Feng, right? This is the first time we've met; it's nice to meet you. "
Feng Yunsheng also smiled, "I've long heard of senior apprentice-brother Xu."
Xu Fei smiled, shooting a sidelong glance at Yan Zhaoge, "Drunkard reputation?"
Feng Yunsheng blinked, also looking at Yan Zhaoge like she was smiling whilst also not.
Yan Zhaoge rolled his eyes, pointing at Feng Yunsheng, "Just sell me out!"
Xu Fei smiled, patting his hand, "You still need someone to sell you out? It's more important that you don't keep selling me out. "
Laughing and chatting, they accompanied Xu Fei to complete the handover.
While Xu Fei seemed crude and straightforward, he was actually meticulous on the inside, a down-to-earth person who was willing to work hard.
His talent in martial arts was outstanding, his strength outstanding. Being sent out to handle daily matters, he was stable and steady, similarly being an expert.
Taking over the position of Suzhou's Acting Elder, he very quickly got into the role, afterwards being praised non-stop by the First Seat Elder of the Sand Region and the Principal Elder of the Howling Wind Region.
After taking over Xu Fei's position, Yan Zhaoge returned his attention back to that completely recovered jade coin.
One day, as Yan Zhaoge sat in the meditative position, on the ground before him, a jade coin emitted light, projecting a complete spirit formation which circulated soundlessly, floating into the air.
Looking carefully, Yan Zhaoge saw that at the centre of that spirit formation, there seemed to be a door. (To be continued.)
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