The Sword God of the Universe

Chapter 2434: Chapter 2434: Entry Requirements

It seems that having met Ren Chang is considered an honor.

”The manager Ren Chang from Eight God Pill Tower in Tiger Roar City came to Hongmeng City? The previous rumors appear to be true; Eight God Pill Tower is planning to establish itself in Hongmeng City.” Someone said.

”Indeed! If Eight God Pill Tower establishes itself in Hongmeng City, then Hongmeng City will truly have a firm standing. That City Lord Jing Yan is formidable, even the Golden Toad Commerce chose to yield, and with Eight God Pill Tower establishing itself, Hongmeng City will be the city closest to Red Victory Secret Land. We might as well choose Hongmeng City as a resting place.” An adventurer said solemnly.

Ren Chang, accompanied by two subordinates, entered Hongmeng City imposingly.

Hongmeng City doesn’t charge an entrance fee, and although there are guards at the city gate, they generally don’t obstruct any outsiders from entering the city. After Ren Chang and his group entered through the city gate, they didn’t continue towards the center but instead called over a guard squad leader.

Ren Chang said, ”Do you recognize me?”

That squad leader didn’t know Ren Chang personally before, but just now he heard the adventurers talking about Ren Chang’s identity. For such a person, the squad leader naturally doesn’t dare to be careless.

He said cautiously, ”Greetings, Lord Ren Chang!”

”Hmm!” Ren Chang nodded and said, ”Go notify that the manager Ren Chang from Eight God Pill Tower in Tiger Roar City has come, and there is something I want to discuss with your City Lord.”

Ren Chang’s tone, though somewhat arrogant, was still reasonable. After all, he is aware that Jing Yan is not someone to be trifled with; the Mystic Underworld City incident hasn’t been long past, and the deterrent effect is still very strong.

”Yes!” The squad leader responded and quickly headed towards the city center.

The squad leader didn’t go directly to Jing Yan’s City Lord Mansion but first reported to his direct superior, the guard’s deputy captain, who then reported to the captain Shi Tianshuo.

Upon hearing that Ren Chang from Eight God Pill Tower has arrived, Shi Tianshuo promptly headed to the City Lord Mansion to see City Lord Jing Yan.

”Ren Chang? Who is Ren Chang? You said he’s from Tiger Roar City, but isn’t the city lord of that city named Chai Chong?” Jing Yan frowned.

Previously, he inquired with Ru Li and knew the city lord of Tiger Roar City is Chai Chong. But now, Shi Tianshuo tells him that Ren Chang from Eight God Pill Tower in Tiger Roar City has arrived; Jing Yan naturally doesn’t know this person.

”City Lord, Ren Chang is the manager of Eight God Pill Tower. The Eight God Pill Tower in Tiger Roar City is the regional headquarters.” Shi Tianshuo explained.

Jing Yan frowned again.

He understood now; evidently, the Eight Gods Pill Sect has sent a managerial-level person to discuss the matter of establishing themselves in Hongmeng City.

Jing Yan coldly chuckled inwardly, paused briefly, and said, ”Tianshuo, go bring that person over! This Eight Gods Pill Sect, truly seems very assertive!”

”Yes!” Shi Tianshuo replied.

Shi Tianshuo arrived at the city gate, where Ren Chang and the others were waiting.

”Manager Ren Chang!” Shi Tianshuo greeted Ren Chang with a smile and a bow.

However, upon seeing Shi Tianshuo, Ren Chang’s expression darkened. He didn’t recognize Shi Tianshuo, but he had heard that the City Lord of Hongmeng City appeared very young, and Shi Tianshuo was quite burly, clearly not matching Jing Yan’s rumored appearance, meaning this person was not Hongmeng City’s City Lord Jing Yan.

The manager Ren Chang was still hoping Jing Yan would personally greet him.

”Are you the City Lord of Hongmeng City?” Ren Chang eyed Shi Tianshuo and said, deliberately speaking this way.

”Manager Ren Chang is mistaken; I am Shi Tianshuo, the captain of Hongmeng City Guard. The City Lord sent me to welcome Manager Ren Chang to the City Lord Mansion.” Shi Tianshuo replied confidently.

”Hehe...” Ren Chang chuckled.

”Then lead the way!” Ren Chang gestured with a wave of his hand.

Shi Tianshuo walked ahead, with Ren Chang and his two companions following behind.

”Manager, this City Lord Jing Yan has quite the ego. Knowing you’ve arrived, he only sent a guard captain to welcome you.” One of the Eight God Pill Tower people said unhappily.

”Exactly, wherever our manager arrives, the city lord of that city would personally come out with a smiling face to greet!” Another grumbled coldly.

”Enough! This City Lord Jing Yan is not comparable to other city lords. Haven’t you heard that the Mystic Underworld City Lord Mei Li couldn’t even retaliate in front of City Lord Jing Yan?” Ren Chang glanced at the two, although telling them to stop, it wasn’t in a reprimanding tone.

Ren Chang and his companions swiftly arrived at the City Lord Mansion. Shi Tianshuo led them to the reception hall. They waited for a moment, and only then did Jing Yan appear to meet Ren Chang and his entourage.

”Manager Ren Chang from Eight God Pill Tower?” Jing Yan entered the reception room, glanced at the three seated there, and addressed the evident leader.

”Indeed! You must be the City Lord of Hongmeng City, Jing Yan?” Ren Chang stood up and looked at Jing Yan.

His two subordinates also stood up. They might talk behind Jing Yan’s back to express dissatisfaction, but facing him, they wouldn’t dare to be too ostentatious. This City Lord is genuinely ruthless; City Lord Mei Li’s arm was torn off by him with sheer force.

”That’s right, I am Jing Yan, the City Lord of Hongmeng City. Manager Ren Chang, please have a seat, along with the both of you.” Jing Yan nodded to the three and said.

”Manager Ren Chang, now that you are here in Hongmeng City, what can I do for you? Do let me know how we can assist.” Jing Yan said with a light smile.

Manager Ren Chang squinted his eyes and said, ”I’ve come to see City Lord Jing Yan with indeed one matter to discuss. However, it’s not that Eight God Pill Tower needs assistance from City Lord Jing Yan; this matter is of great benefit to your Hongmeng City.”

”Oh? Please, Manager Ren Chang, go ahead!” Jing Yan’s eyes gleamed as he spoke.

”I’m here on the orders of Chai Chong, the City Lord of Tiger Roar City, to discuss cooperation matters with City Lord Jing Yan in Hongmeng City. Our Eight God Pill Tower regional headquarters plans to open a Pill Tower branch in Hongmeng City. City Lord Jing Yan, you must have heard of our Eight Gods Pill Sect’s Eight God Pill Tower. If we establish a Pill Tower branch in Hongmeng City, it will draw a myriad of cultivators and adventurers to the city.” Ren Chang was straightforward, directly stating his purpose.

This was customary.

Generally speaking, when Eight Gods Pill Sect intends to open a Pill Tower branch in a city, the city usually has no intention of refusing at all. Even cities governed by certain superpowers are relatively welcoming of Eight God Pill Tower branches.

”Eight God Pill Tower wants to establish itself in Hongmeng City?” Jing Yan smiled at Ren Chang and said, ”That’s certainly good news; Hongmeng City warmly welcomes the entry of Eight God Pill Tower. Manager Ren Chang, you may freely explore the city and consider where you’d like to locate the Pill Tower branch.”

”Haha, I knew City Lord Jing Yan would welcome our Eight God Pill Tower. No rush on choosing a location; now let’s discuss the terms for entry.” Manager Ren Chang laughed heartily and said.

”Terms for entry?” Jing Yan looked at Ren Chang.

”Yes, Hongmeng City is a new city, and when I entered, I noticed that the number of Guardian Arrays seems few. Most of the buildings within the city are vacant. There are some cultivators entering and exiting the city, but they all seem to be merely sightseeing through the city.” Ren Chang said slowly.