Seeing Cui Wu being dragged away like a dead dog and tormenting him for several years, Leng Cuo glanced at Ling Dong meaningfully. Then, in front of Ling Dong, he took out a set of formation disks.
After embedding eighteen mid-grade Reiki pieces and making a hand seal, Leng Cuo activated the communication formation in front of him. After the transmission was made, a voice came from the other side of the communication formation after the time it took to brew a cup of tea.
"Leng Cuo, how did it go?" The voice on the other side was a rather bright male voice. It was a bit hoarse and sounded a bit harsh, but it was a very domineering voice.
"Reporting to the Domain Lord, the Ling family has agreed to join the Domain Lord. But … "
"But what?" The voice on the other side suddenly sank.
Even though they were separated by the communication formation, Leng Cuo still had a respectful expression when he replied, "But, the current head of the Ling family, who is also the young master of the Ling family, Ling Dong, killed Cui Wu in front of me!"
"Hmm?" The Domain Lord on the other side was obviously stunned and instantly fell silent.
Leng Cuo bowed and added, "Domain Lord, this subordinate has agreed to assign two of the three Martial Venerables of Yangkou City to Young Master Ling Dong. Just in case, Young Master Ling wants to know if the Domain Lord can assign one or two more Martial Venerables to Yangkou City? "
Hearing Leng Cuo's words, Ling Dong's eyes flashed. This Leng Cuo's shrewdness was beyond Ling Dong's expectations. With just a few words, he did Ling Dong a favor and assigned the possible reinforcements to Yangkou City.
"Hahahaha …" A burst of laughter suddenly came from the other side of the communication formation. "Good, good kill! Killing Cui Wu will remove a thorn in our Yuanzhou Region's heart! Otherwise, in a few more years, that Witch Plum will probably place Cui Wu in my Yuanzhou. Well done, well done! "
He paused for a second, then asked again, "Is Ling Dong here? If he was here? Let me ask you, how many Star Venerates can the Ling family's Ancestor deal with at the same time? "
"Not to hide it from Region Lord Gongsun, but my clan's Old Ancestor cannot deal with four or five Star Venerates. However, because he was protecting his family during the relocation, his injuries were not light. However, even if he suppresses his injuries, dealing with two or three Star Venerates will not be a problem. " Ling Dong didn't dare to speak too confidently. He left some leeway and left himself some possible excuses.
"Heh, I've heard a bit about the chaotic battle in Ping Province recently. No matter, since you've come to my Yuanzhou, it's only a matter of time before your family regains its glory. However, due to the rules of the Tenmu Temple and the fact that Star Venerates are not stones on the roadside, Yangkou City can only have three!
However, according to Leng Yue's arrangement, there are two Star Venerate Realm cultivators, as well as your clan's Old Ancestor. Unless that Demoness Plum Blossom comes out in full force … Heh, but if he comes out in full force, does he take me for a decoration? "
"Since Region Lord Gongsun has difficulties, I dare not force you!" Ling Dong replied in a low voice. Although their loyalty couldn't be completely guaranteed, they were definitely what the Ling family needed the most right now.
Currently, the Ling family could still bring out martial strength. Ling Dong was one, and the criminal army was four. As for Mo Xu's Old Ancestor, he was a strategic force and couldn't be brought out casually. There was another variable that Ling Dong didn't know about, and that was the Mountain God Yin Kang.
"Heh, Ling Dong, I know that you're decisive. There are very few people who can kill Cui Wu and surrender to me under such circumstances! Don't worry, I won't mistreat those who sincerely work for me.
How about this, I can only give you two Martial Revered Protectors. However, in order to make those two Martial Revered Protectors listen to your orders, from now on, your Ling family will pay for all the offerings of those two Martial Revered Protectors. In addition, if your Ling family lacks anything, just tell me. I'm least afraid of my subordinates rapidly increasing their strength. " When he said this, Region Lord Gongsun's voice revealed incomparable confidence. It was a confidence that everything was under his control.
"Yes, Region Lord. My Ling family lacks everything, but what we lack the most are alchemists, tool refiners and talisman masters," Ling Dong said directly.
The Ling family had many alchemists. There was one from the Wood Spider Realm, Yuan Chen, who was a pill fanatic with a bright future, and hundreds of alchemists that the Ling family had trained in the lower realms.
However, regardless of whether it was the alchemists or Yuan Chen, they could only barely refine the pills required by the Star Transformation Realm. Moreover, the supply couldn't meet the demand. Even the Ling family's own consumption wouldn't be enough for a period of time, let alone the Reiki they earned from selling them.
Tool refiners didn't need to be mentioned. Every tool refiner was born from a pile of shiny Reiki. Of course, they could also earn a lot of shiny Reiki for the main family. It was the same for talisman masters.
The importance of a Charm Magician would be incomparable once a clan had established a rule. The consumption of various kinds of Charm Magicians, such as the clan's communication, warning, transmission of messages, transmission of martial arts, cultivation, and so on, would reach an astronomical figure.
Alchemists, tool refiners and talisman masters were all things that Ling Dong couldn't become quickly. This was something that Ling Dong could only do step by step.
The only thing Ling Dong could do was to pick a few alchemists and blacksmiths with excellent aptitudes and extremely promising prospects. He could also quickly become an alchemist by throwing large amounts of materials at them. However, even if it was this kind of rapid progress, it still required a lot of time.
"Hmph! Since you've made it so clear, if I don't give you something, wouldn't I disappoint my subordinates? One alchemist who can refine pills for the Star Transformation Realm, one tool refiner who has already touched the Spirit Tool grade, and two talisman masters. This should be enough for the Ling family's needs! "
After saying this, Region Lord Gongsun paused for a moment, then asked, "Ling Dong, are you satisfied with this arrangement?"
"I am satisfied!" Ling Dong nodded with a smile.
It would be strange if he wasn't satisfied. One Star Transformation Realm alchemist was already worth it. At that time, as long as Yuan Chen and Ling Yun observed the pill refining process of this Qui Star realm pill refiner, the Ling clan would have two more Qui Star realm pill refiners.
"As long as you're satisfied, I'm relieved!" Region Lord Gongsun's tone changed. "Oh right, how's the injury of your Ling family's ancestor? How long will it take for him to recover?"
Hearing this, Ling Dong's heart skipped a beat. This Region Lord Gongsun's true motive had finally been revealed. It was all for the sake of the Ling family's fake ancestor. Otherwise, who would take a fancy to a small family like the Ling family? Who would even chase after them?
Because under Ling Dong's disguise, the Ling family's ancestor was an existence that could kill Star Monarch Realm experts in an instant. With such strength, there was no need to think too much. They were the earliest and most powerful martial artists. Who wouldn't want to rope them in?
To put it bluntly, the reason why the Ling family suddenly became so popular in Yangkou City was because of this fake Ling family's ancestor that Ling Dong had personally concocted.
"This …" Ling Dong pondered for a moment. "As my great-great-grandson, I don't dare to make wild guesses about the ancestor's injuries. However, a few days ago, when the ancestor taught me the family's skills, he mentioned that his injuries would take at least ten years to fully recover! "
"Ten years?" The voice from the communication formation clearly had a trace of disappointment.
Hearing this, Ling Dong's heart skipped a beat. He hurriedly said, "But the ancestor also said that even if he hasn't fully recovered from his injuries, it wouldn't be a problem for him to kill a few Star Monarchs at the critical moment. Just like Tiger Subdue that day, even if they were Star Monarchs much stronger than Tiger Subdue!"
"Oh, so it's true. How about Late-stage Star Monarchs?" The voice from the communication formation clearly revealed some joy.
"The ancestor said that as long as he hasn't taken that step, the ancestor will have a way to deal with him. However … however, the amount can't be too much!" At this moment, Ling Dong directly dug a huge hole for Region Lord Gongsun.
This was because even Ling Dong himself didn't know what the 'step' that he had made up was.
"Good! If that's the case, in two or three years, I'll definitely let the Ling family have a qualitative leap! Ling Dong, do you understand what I mean? "Region Lord Gongsun probed.
"I understand. If there's anything you need, Region Lord Gongsun, please let me know in advance. After all, my ancestor …"
Region Lord Gongsun was naturally very happy that Ling Dong was so understanding. After giving a few more instructions to Leng Cuo, he happily cut off the communication formation.
"Congratulations, Brother Ling. From today onwards, Brother Ling will be the Vice Hall Master of the Tenbu Temple Yangkoucheng Branch Church. A Vice Hall Master with real power! You can command two Martial Venerables, ten Constellation Realm martial artists, and a hundred Quasi Star Realm martial artists.
Other than the two Martial Venerables and below, Vice President Ling can kill the rest at will. Of course, according to the Tenmu Temple's rules, these people's support and consumption will all be provided by Vice President Ling, "Leng Cuo said happily.
Hearing this, Ling Dong was happy at first, but then he frowned. It was a good thing that the Ling family had so many new members, and it was also a good thing that the Ling family had to provide the support and consumption.
However, Ling Dong only had the title of Vice Hall Master in name, and he had hundreds of hired thugs. Although the Ling family could support this expenditure, it would be too scary if it continued for a long time.
"So much support and consumption …"
"Don't worry, Vice President Ling. According to the rules, the Vice Hall Master of Yangkoucheng will be given the position of Patrol Inspector to maintain the support. From today onwards, the position of Patrol Inspector in the three thousand miles east of Yangkoucheng will be assigned to Vice President Ling. Every year, eighty percent of the tax crystals in the three thousand miles east of Yangkoucheng will be paid to the Region Lord, and you can keep twenty percent for your own use! "Leng Cuo said.
"In that case, Ling thanks Palace Master Leng!" Ling Dong cupped his hands and said.
Leng Cuo waved his hand and said, "Vice President Ling, you don't have to be so courteous. I will hand over some other regulations regarding the Tenmu Temple in a day or two. Also, I will bring Vice President Ling's direct subordinates to you in two days."
Suddenly, Leng Cuo leaned close to Ling Dong and said, "I have a big business deal. I wonder if Vice President Ling is interested in doing it together?"
"Big business deal?" Ling Dong's eyes suddenly lit up when he heard this! (To be continued. If you like this work, you are welcome to come to qidian.com to vote for me. Your support is my biggest motivation.)
Select text and click 'Report' to let us know about any bad translation.
