Summoners: One Golden Term per Level

If it were anyone else, the probability of recruiting Cangjie would be very, very small.

It’s important to know that back then, even with Lie Mountain imposing upon the world, and Shennong spreading his virtues throughout the land, they could hardly influence Cangjie.

He too once invited Cangjie to Lie Mountain.

But Cangjie politely declined and instead stayed with the Youxiong Tribe.

However, Shen Fei’s methods are indeed impressive, and among the Jiu Li, laws and regulations are clearly defined, managing the Jiuli Tribe in an orderly manner.

It can be said.

Shennong, who experienced the difference between the two tribes firsthand, knows that Jiu Li’s victory over Youxiong is not just a victory in battle.

If Cangjie is truly a great sage of the Human Race, he would definitely consider these aspects.

”We can indeed give it a try.”

Shennong nodded.

”But we still need to have a contingency plan; if we are unable to recruit him, we still need to figure out how to deal with him.”

Shen Fei just happened to have this thought; if it succeeds, that’s good, if not, then so be it.

It’s not related to the final outcome.

After all, Cangjie is quite renowned, and his sudden participation in the battle after staying uninvolved for so long makes Shen Fei hard not to suspect that it is yet another difficulty added by those testing from behind the scenes.

”When the time comes, I will trouble the Common Lord to bridge the gap.”

”Naturally.”

Shennong nodded.

...

On the other side.

A silhouette appeared within the newly built city by Li Mu and others, with Fang Lingyun and the others gathered around.

Everyone wore expressions of mourning, with Fang Lingyun being no exception.

”So... the High Priest of Jiu Li is surprisingly Shen Fei.”

Fang Lingyun’s face became grim and puzzled, as it was their first time facing the Jiuli army directly in Zhenyi City.

Previously, they only followed Xuanyuan, providing strategic advice, only to reach this point now.

Providing too much strategic advice was no longer useful, Xuanyuan had sent them to the frontline to assist Li Mu.

Therefore.

They were seeing Shen Fei for the first time, and although Fang Lingyun and the others had some speculation about Shen Fei’s position within Jiu Li.

After all, such a drastic change in the Jiuli Tribe was quite noticeable.

But they didn’t expect.

It was almost a position just below one and above ten thousand, no wonder the changes in Jiu Li were so swift and decisive.

”How did he manage that?” Ni Tianxiong frowned deeply, as they were not newcomers to dealing with Jiu Li.

In any tribe, the position of the High Priest is incredibly important, and in some tribes, the High Priest might even be the leader.

If separate, the High Priest would be just below the leader.

Even they used various means to gain Xuanyuan’s trust, but now they’ve merely unlocked Tier Eight strength at best.

”So should we continue with our plan?” Ni Yang couldn’t help but ask. Previously, they indeed thought Shen Fei would hold a high position in Jiu Li.

But they hadn’t anticipated it being so high.

”But since Shen Fei is the High Priest, why haven’t our people in Jiu Li used tools to send that information over?

They only mentioned that the changes in Jiu Li were caused by Shen Fei.”

Fang Lingyun quickly spotted the issue and then looked towards Pierre and the others.

Compared to the aristocratic families who entered with a plan, they came directly to Youxiong.

As for other major nations, they merely treated this as a method akin to the Age of Gods.

Joining different forces, each relying on their own means.

It was only later when Pierre and the others found something wrong that they collaborated with Fang Lingyun and the others.

Coincidentally.

Wu Xia had his methods, and naturally, other major nations had theirs too, just not specifically targeted at this Ancient Secret Realm.

Communication tools over long distances do exist.

So.

The personnel from various countries who earlier joined Jiu Li became their spies in Jiu Li.

But the information relayed back by the spies never mentioned that Shen Fei is the High Priest.

Pierre’s face also turned grim, as they already knew that the rule of this Secret Realm is: the higher one’s position in the tribe.

The stronger their strength will become.

Now they themselves were not as prepared as Fang Lingyun and the others, but having spies in Jiu Li was considered a good card.

Yet unexpectedly, this spy wasn’t reliable.

”It could only mean they were discovered long ago, perhaps even apprehended by Shen Fei.

Using means to coerce them into sending us seemingly true or false information.”

”And a lot of our information probably has long been leaked.”

Fang Qingzhou shook his head and said.

”Let’s not dwell too much, what’s next, war or negotiation?”

When Ni Tianxiong finished saying this, his expression became indescribable.

Before they entered, they planned extensively, even preparing numerous miraculous tools.

All to secure a decisive victory in the Ancient Secret Realm and completely slay Shen Fei within it.

According to their estimation, given Shen Fei’s growth speed, this Ancient Secret Realm should have been their last chance.

But unexpectedly, Shen Fei didn’t even give them that chance, even though they had special skills and tools.

That could momentarily nullify the rules of the Ancient Secret Realm falling upon them.

Their strength wasn’t much different from Shen Fei, but combined with Shen Fei’s position.

If even one Human Immortal is protecting him, they can’t do anything.

”This Shen Fei, truly extraordinary. Since the appearance of Professionals, there hasn’t been anyone like him.”

Ni Yang said in amazement, given that the Ancient Secret Realm has existed for quite a while, something they understood quite thoroughly like the Age of Gods.

Many approaches have been explored and clarified, benefiting those who followed.

But even with such understanding of the Age of Gods, it’s impossible to instantly achieve such a high position.

”Negotiate? How to negotiate... everyone knows we came to kill him.”

Fang Lingyun said coolly.

”How can we know without talking? There are no eternal enemies, only eternal interests.

Like your Fang Family, doesn’t it have two factions?” Dugu Fang said while crossing her arms, as she is Tier Eight in the Dugu Family.

Second only to Dugu Hongchen, only she was puzzled as to why Dugu Hongchen hadn’t entered.

Previously, Dugu Hongchen said there was an opportunity in the Ice Abyss delaying his entrance.

Now so much time has passed.

”Even if negotiation fails, we can still escape. If we must escape, it’s better to do so early.” Pierre also spoke at this moment.

They came for exploration, not to die.

Almost all had methods to forcefully leave, though those methods couldn’t be applied to many people.

Moreover, leaving directly would mean forfeiting any achievements.

And losing this opportunity.

In such a case, those who remain unable to complete the departure task would solely meet death here.

This serves as a fallback measure.

Fang Lingyun rubbed his temples and spoke: ”In that case, let’s first find someone to contact Shen Fei.

If negotiation is possible, then we will negotiate.”

Just then.

Li Mu’s voice spread everywhere, ”Everyone leave the city, Master Cang is about to rebuild the city, stay away.”

”Master Cang? Cangjie... Cangjie is coming too?” Fang Lingyun stood up, and Ni Tianxiong and the others also knew Cangjie.

After all, he’s a notable figure within the Youxiong Tribe.

”Do we still look for Shen Fei?” Ni Tianxiong knew Cangjie’s strength to be exceptionally formidable.

”Find him, pursue both avenues.

If nothing works out, immediately let the ancestors get us out.”

Ni Tianxiong nodded and said, ”Alright.”