Chapter 543: Chapter 258 Tracking_2
Just as Fang Yu thought of this, Yang Chaoyu unexpectedly burst out with a piece of news that took Fang Yu by surprise.
"Tomorrow, one of Tianyuan Town’s Five Great Families, the Lin Family, and the Li Family, are likely to ignite a conflict. We don’t need to do much; just fan the flames, and they’ll be too busy dealing with their own problems, while we can take the opportunity to establish the might of the Bonfire Gathering. Anyone interested in this matter can now sign up to participate, and I’ll arrange the details."
Saying this, Yang Chaoyu extended an olive branch to the Left Protector He Bashan.
"As the Bonfire Gathering’s first major action, the Left and Right Protectors surely won’t refrain from participating, right?"
Man, is this the start of a pua?
But He Bashan seemed quite interested.
"Sure, the fights around here have been kind of dull. If tomorrow’s event involves combat with those local powerhouses, I wouldn’t mind joining."
"I guarantee you’ll be satisfied. From what I know, there should be quite a number of experts among the local forces of Tianyuan Town."
As her voice faded, Yang Chaoyu looked over at Fang Yu.
"What does the Right Protector say?"
Fang Yu smiled.
"I’ll see. If I’m free tomorrow, I might participate."
He didn’t give a definite answer because he wanted to see what this group was up to; in case they aimed to cause a big ruckus, he also wanted to be able to switch identities and suppress them directly.
"I hope the Right Protector can make some time. This is the first collective activity of the Bonfire Gathering, and both protectors are indispensable."
Yang Chaoyu at this moment completely assumed the role of Alliance Hierarch, her tone even carried that sort of persuasive speech.
Seeing that Fang Yu didn’t continue the conversation, she began to persuade others who ranked lower in the order.
Below the stage, some people signed up; notably, it was Li Chunyan leading others in helping with the registration, creating a sense of cooperation.
Fang Yu looked towards Zuo Lv, and feeling his gaze, she subtly shook her head at Fang Yu.
When Yang Chaoyu came to ask her, she, like Fang Yu, ambiguously declined.
Fang Yu then looked down at Hei Ao, who seemed oblivious to everything, only intently staring at the bottle of Black Phoenix Blood in Fang Yu’s hand, his impatience making it seem as though he wished to snatch the item right out of Fang Yu’s hands.
This guy was truly unconcerned with anything else, focused only on getting his reward.
Fang Yu wasn’t interested in Yang Chaoyu’s plan, but he still eavesdropped for a while, and after learning the gist of their actions, he stepped down from the ring.
Seeing Fang Yu leave, Zuo Lv naturally followed.
The two of them met up with Hei Ao, who promptly extended his hand towards Fang Yu in haste.
"Give it to me, give it to me, hurry up!"
Look how anxious you are.
Fang Yu handed over the Black Phoenix Blood without much fuss.
This thing didn’t really have a use in Fang Yu’s own hands.
He Bashan on the stage noticed their subtle exchange and frowned slightly, but said nothing.
Watching the three of them slowly head out.
Aside from He Bashan, Yang Chaoyu’s gaze actually had never left Fang Yu and his party – to be precise, it had never left Fang Yu.
She seemed to have some plan for this uncooperative Right Protector, and gave a look to Jing Xiumei below the stage. The latter subtly nodded and led a group of people away quietly.
At this moment, Fang Yu along with Zuo Lv and Hei Ao, were walking on the main road.
Fang Yu was about to take off his mask but was stopped by Zuo Lv.
"What’s up?"
Fang Yu asked, puzzled.
"We’ve got some youngsters following us."
Zuo Lv smiled unabashedly.
"People are tailing us?!" Hei Ao immediately became tense and carefully put away the Black Phoenix Blood he was admiring, his face hardening with severity.
"I’ll see who dares to mess with me!"
"Don’t forget my Talisman of Malevolence Dispelling."
Fang Yu reminded.
"Don’t worry, as soon as I return, I’ll get the Talisman of Malevolence Dispelling and deliver it to you."
Hei Ao’s word was credible.
Besides, being from such a large family as the Hei Family, a promise from a prodigy of the Hei Family, once given, should be taken seriously.
"Close now."
Zuo Lv again spoke up to alert them.
Fang Yu was somewhat curious about the Left Protector’s reconnaissance methods, seeing as he himself hadn’t sensed anything at all.
It wasn’t until he slowly focused his attention to his ears, and with organ control, allowed his other senses to fade, that he finally heard footsteps on the roof tiles behind him, growing steadily closer.
There seemed to be quite a few people.
Fang Yu’s perception returned, and he chuckled.
"Seems like this reward won’t be easy to claim."
"Whoever comes will die! Just perfect, I wasn’t fully satisfied with the fight on the stage!" Hei Ao swung his fists with a cold laugh, his knuckles cracking.
The three of them didn’t bother moving any further, they just stopped and waited for the people to approach.
"By the way, that Yang Chaoyu seems to know some inside information about the Li Family and the Lin Family, something doesn’t seem right here."
During the wait, Left Protector suddenly spoke up.
"Who cares, let the Li Family and Lin Family dogs bite each other, it has nothing to do with us." Hei Ao had a completely detached attitude.
After all, the Five Great Families are in fact in a hidden competitive relationship, they just jointly occupy the top spot in Tianyuan Town.
"That’s not something one should say lightly, the fact that those outsider martial artists know some insider knowledge suggests there are some connections with either the Lin Family or the Li Family. If they can connect with them, perhaps it’s only a matter of time before they come looking for our families."
Left Protector continued to analyze, and at the same time, the footsteps from the distant rooftops were getting closer, now audible without the need for organ control.
These guys hardly bother to conceal their movements.
"Aren’t you the ones who claimed to know the people behind the Bonfire Gathering? Li Chunyan seems to condone Yang Chaoyu’s actions, and it appears she’s facilitating this. Are you not going to do something about it?" Fang Yu asked curiously.
Left Protector just spread his hands.
"It’s the Li and Lin families they want to mess with, it’s none of our business, what can we do? Moreover, the sect behind the scenes will mostly watch with folded arms and not intervene directly, otherwise, dealing with any one of the Five Great Families wouldn’t be easy for them."
Fang Yu slightly furrowed his brows.
He was beginning to understand the stance of Li Chunyan, one of those schemers behind the scenes.
These behind-the-scenes figures, they only provide a venue, resources, and some guidance, but they don’t directly enter the fray, keeping some room for maneuver.
Even if someone comes after them later, they can cleanly absolve themselves, as they didn’t directly participate in the affair.
But this kind of play, although it seems peaceful on the surface, they all knew very well what games are being played.
Why would they do this, what exactly do Li Chunyan and these behind-the-scenes characters want to achieve?
Disrupt the situation in Tianyuan Town? It seems pointless; with demons lurking and constant internal strife, Tianyuan Town is already on the verge of chaos without these outsider martial artists stirring up trouble. And if the situation really did become chaotic, could those outsider forces really expect to swoop in and take advantage?
That obviously isn’t realistic...
So that leaves only making the Bonfire Gathering’s name known.
Could this be the real objective of the people behind the scenes?
What’s the point of building up the reputation of an obscure organization in Tianyuan Town?
Fang Yu didn’t understand, unless... the Bonfire Gathering is not the only one of its kind? If these organizations make a name for themselves in many places, then they can generate influence, and thus Yang Chaoyu’s actions tomorrow would make sense for the masterminds.
Fang Yu scratched his head, feeling the matter seemed somewhat troublesome and thorny. What if... he directly reported it to the Yangshen Hall? After all, Zhuo Xueer also said that if the outsider martial artists cause significant trouble, she would take action.
Stomp!
As Fang Yu was contemplating this, several figures had already appeared on the surrounding rooftops.
Beneath the moonlight, their shadows were cast, covering Fang Yu and the other two.
"You three seem to be in quite the hurry."
A voice rang out.
Fang Yu looked up.
[Jing Xiumei: 8642/8642.]
It was really you.
Looking at the several figures beside her, all had 6000 health, 4000 health, and so on.
Fang Yu wasn’t sure of the exact background of these individuals, because he was wearing a mask, and even his own people probably wouldn’t recognize him.
"Interesting, someone actually dares to stop us three," chuckled Left Protector.
"You all don’t need to lift a finger, I alone can take care of them."
Hei Ao took a step forward, seemingly ready to take on everyone alone.
How domineering!
But...
[Hei Ao: 384/521.]