The Sword God of the Universe

Chapter 2545: Chapter 2545: Preparing to Strike

The Council Hall suddenly fell silent!

Qianhe Zhenye is practically a thorn in the heart of Tianji Trading House.

Initially, Tianji Trading House had a good relationship with Hongmeng City, able to purchase some Qianhe Zhenye Elixirs from them. However, later on, when Tianji Trading House allied with the Eight Gods Pill Sect to obtain the Qianhe Zhenye Pill Formula, their relationship with Hongmeng City turned hostile, naturally making it impossible to acquire Qianhe Zhenye Elixirs from Hongmeng City anymore.

”The effect of the Qianhe Zhenye is truly that potent!” an elder sighed.

”It’s probably not just about the Qianhe Zhenye. The Hongmeng Cultivation Tower in Hongmeng City, particularly its Heavenly-level Cultivation Room, is said to have astounding effects. Elder Ge Yi once mentioned the effects of the Hongmeng Cultivation Tower when he was alive. Of course, the most important thing is definitely the Qianhe Zhenye.” Another elder shook his head.

Ge Yi was once a high-ranking guest of Hongmeng City, so he had been to the ninth-level Cultivation Room of the Hongmeng Cultivation Tower. However, Ge Yi is already dead, personally executed by City Lord Jing Yan.

”President, as it stands now, all we can do is continue to endure and wait for the right moment to deliver a fatal blow to Hongmeng City!” an elder said in a sinister tone.

The senior officials of Tianji Trading House discussed in the Council Hall for a long time.

After Weng Mohan from Hongmeng City stepped into the Immortal Venerable Realm, it wasn’t just Tianji Trading House that felt uneasy. Even those forces without enmity towards Hongmeng City were also reluctant to see its rapid rise. However, none of them planned to take any action for the time being.

In short, Hongmeng City is not easy to deal with.

Of course, there are plenty of people or forces itching to make a move, but they haven’t taken action yet because they’re all waiting for the right moment. Those powerful forces have patience; they’re like hunting beasts waiting for the perfect opportunity to strike their prey fatally. But whether Hongmeng City is the prey or they are the prey is hard to say.

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Hongmeng City!

In the spacious and magnificent forging hall of the City Lord Mansion.

Jing Yan stood before the entirely dark red puppet Thunder Warrior. Just now, he completed the final step of forging a High-level Thunder Warrior, which was embedding the Energy Core into the control hub of this High-level Thunder Warrior.

”It’s done!”

”Forging a High-level Thunder Warrior is indeed far more complicated than an ordinary Thunder Warrior. It took me nearly ten years to forge this High-level Thunder Warrior!” Jing Yan said as he looked at the High-level Thunder Warrior in front of him.

Although the Thunder Warrior was not activated at this moment, it still exuded a very heavy oppressive aura.

”Bai Han, I plan to test the capabilities of the High-level Thunder Warrior.” Jing Yan turned and looked at the Grand Steward Bai Han, who was standing not far away.

”City Lord, the combat power of a High-level Thunder Warrior is undeniable. Even a top-tier Immortal Venerable at the Immortal Venerable Peak would have to flee immediately if they encountered a High-level Thunder Warrior, otherwise, they might be killed by it,” Bai Han said with an excited expression.

After so many years, Bai Han had once again seen a High-level Thunder Warrior belonging to the Thunder Domain.

”High-level Thunder Warriors are strong, but the cost of forging them is indeed too high!” Jing Yan chuckled bitterly.

”However, Bai Han, my point is... why don’t we find a target and let the High-level Thunder Warrior showcase its strength?” Jing Yan smiled.

”Hmm?” Bai Han was slightly taken aback.

He finally understood what City Lord Jing Yan meant.

His excitement grew as he said, ”City Lord, do you mean to take the initiative?”

”That’s right, we should also show our fangs.” Jing Yan said with a smile.

”City Lord, which target do you intend to choose?” Bai Han asked.

Hongmeng City had many targets to choose from for an attack. In the Thunder Domain, superpowers like Tianji Trading House and the Eight Gods Pill Sect all had control over cities here.

”How about Tiger Roar City?” Jing Yan’s eyes narrowed.

Tiger Roar City is controlled by the Eight Gods Pill Sect, and there is a branch of the Eight God Pill Tower Headquarters there. The business of the Eight Gods Pill Sect’s elixirs has been greatly affected by the competition from the Hongmeng Pill Tower. To turn the tide or curb the growth of the Hongmeng Pill Tower, they frequently engaged in small maneuvers. For example, controlling the flow of raw materials into Hongmeng City and lowering the prices of finished elixirs, among other things.

The Eight Gods Pill Sect’s small maneuvers, while not posing a lethal threat to the Hongmeng Pill Tower, still affected its business to some extent. For instance, when the Eight Gods Pill Sect lowered the prices of their elixirs, many cultivators would still opt for the cheaper Eight Gods Pill Sect elixirs, even if the quality of Hongmeng Pill Tower’s elixirs was somewhat better.

Moreover, the reputation of the Eight Gods Pill Sect is significant. Even after the rise of the Hongmeng Pill Tower, the Eight Gods Pill Sect remains the largest force in the catering business within Kunling Heaven. In terms of sales, to this day, the Hongmeng Pill Tower cannot compare with the Eight Gods Pill Sect. The reason is simple: presently, the Hongmeng Pill Tower is only in Hongmeng City, while the Eight God Pill Tower spreads across the entire Heavenly Domain.

The Eight Gods Pill Sect has many Immortal Pill Masters, and the quality of their elixirs is very high. Cultivators in the Heavenly Domain still have great trust in the Eight Gods Pill Sect’s elixirs.

”The Eight Gods Pill Sect’s Tiger Roar City?”

”City Lord, capturing Tiger Roar City is not difficult for us, but won’t the Eight Gods Pill Sect go berserk?” Bai Han frowned.

”I’ve considered that issue, which is why we need an excuse, a reason to act. As long as we have a reason, it won’t be much of a problem,” Jing Yan continued with a slight curve of his lips, ”this Thunder Domain doesn’t belong to those forces anyway. Our enemies will eventually have to leave the Thunder Domain altogether.”

”I understand! Rest assured, City Lord, I’ll make the arrangements,” Bai Han said, comprehending the intent.

For one city to wage war against another, finding an excuse is very simple.

Bai Han left the City Lord Mansion and soon appeared in a tavern.

”My lord, you’re looking for me?” A middle-aged man wearing a gray robe quietly appeared in front of Bai Han.

This man, named Che Sheng, is an ordinary Immortal Venerable. Che Sheng hasn’t been with Hongmeng City for long, but due to his Immortal Venerate Realm status, he already has a significant position in Hongmeng City. Importantly, Che Sheng is 100% loyal to Hongmeng City, having been personally evaluated by Jing Yan. Furthermore, he willingly allowed City Lord Jing Yan to embed a seal within his Divine Soul Body. Consequently, he can acquire a vast amount of Cultivation Resources in Hongmeng City to enhance his power.

”Che Sheng! I have a task I want to assign to you. However, this task is not mandatory. If you are unwilling to accept it, you can refuse directly, and I will not have any negative impressions of you for refusing,” Grand Steward Bai Han said softly.

”Please give your orders, my lord.” Che Sheng bowed without any hesitation.