Jinling City was, after all, the territory of the Hidden Organization. With so many people appearing suddenly, Elder Long also became alert and quietly investigated.
After some investigation, he learned that these people originated from several factions, and the reason for their presence was entirely directed at Ye Cangtian.
The reason was that they had obtained news from an unknown source that Ye Cangtian possessed surplus Nine Revolutions Golden Pills, and thus, with various intentions, they had come to Jinling City.
"It seems the previous analysis was correct."
Ye Cangtian murmured upon hearing this.
He had previously analyzed that the factions aware of the Hidden Organization's large supply of Nine Revolutions Golden Pills were more than just the Half Moon Hall.
The reason only the Half Moon Hall had made a move, in his opinion, was that other factions wanted to use the Half Moon Hall to test the Hidden Organization's attitude and strength.
Now that they saw the Half Moon Hall had failed and suffered no fatal blow, their thoughts had likely become active again.
Since there were no consequences, they might as well try.
Hmph!
Listening to Ye Cangtian's analysis, Elder Long snorted lightly and glared at him, "You are too merciful, boy. If you had employed swift and decisive measures, would these petty individuals dare to offend again?"
"Old man, they are also a significant force. It would be a pity to eliminate them…"
Ye Cangtian looked deeply at Elder Long and spoke slowly.
Regardless of anything else, these factions were from China's ruins and possessed considerable strength.
If guided properly, they might make significant contributions to China's ruins.
Elder Long gazed deeply at Ye Cangtian, remaining silent, but his eyes began to gleam.
This young man was truly extraordinary.
Others faced with such situations would typically make an example of one, or even employ ruthless tactics to crush the futile ambitions of these individuals.
But Ye Cangtian was different. He could tolerate their greed and even attempt to guide them to resist the enemy together.
From this perspective, Ye Cangtian truly had the potential to become a king.
After a moment, Elder Long slowly said, "Boy, when do you plan to leave here?"
"Wait a bit longer."
Ye Cangtian smiled faintly. He had originally planned to leave immediately, but upon hearing Elder Long's news, he changed his mind.
Since many factions were coming for the Nine Revolutions Golden Pills, he might as well meet them in Jinling City.
Upon hearing this, Elder Long nodded. This was good; dealing with those annoying flies in Jinling City was better than encountering them in some dangerous place in the Western Region.
…
Night quietly descended, and the lights in Jinling City were few.
In a luxurious bedroom of the Yuwen family mansion, Yuwen Sheng slept peacefully on the bed.
At some unknown time, Yuwen Sheng's eyes suddenly snapped open. He sprang up as if facing a formidable enemy, drawing his long sword.
Not far from his bedside, a figure had appeared at some point.
This figure was entirely shrouded in black clothing, making it impossible to discern its features.
Yuwen Sheng had sensed a trace of the other's aura in his sleep, which caused him to awaken abruptly.
At this moment, cold sweat had already soaked his pajamas. To be able to reach his side so stealthily meant this person was no ordinary individual. Fortunately, the other party showed no intention of attacking.
"Heh heh, quite vigilant, not bad, not bad."
"But I advise you not to be so tense. If I wanted to kill you, you would have been dead ten times over already."
The figure in black glanced at Yuwen Sheng and spoke with a mocking tone.
Yuwen Sheng's gaze turned cold upon hearing this, and he said grimly, "Who exactly are you, and why have you trespassed into my chambers in the dead of night? Do we have any enmity?"
Although the other party had not attacked, his midnight intrusion into his bedroom certainly marked him as an unwelcome guest.
Therefore, while speaking, Yuwen Sheng quietly created some distance to avoid a sudden attack.
"Who I am, you do not need to know."
"And you don't need to be so tense; we have no enmity between us."
"As for the reason I am here, it is very simple: I want you to do something."
The figure in black saw Yuwen Sheng slowly retreating and did not obstruct him. He merely glanced at the other party and said indifferently.
Hmph!
Upon hearing the other's words, Yuwen Sheng let out a sudden cold snort, and his eyes gradually flickered with anger.
The reason was the other party's tone. This seemingly calm tone felt like a command, which greatly displeased him.
After all, he was the authority in Jinling City, a local overlord. Even Ye Cangtian, who had previously managed the Hidden Organization, had been courteous to him!
The next moment, he spoke darkly, "A joke, who do you think you are! Can you command me! Let me tell you, this is Jinling City. I advise you to weigh your words first!"
"Yuwen Sheng, I advise you not to refuse a toast only to be forced to drink a forfeit."
"I am asking you to do something because I think highly of you. If you are ungrateful, I don't mind destroying the Yuwen family!"
In an instant, the figure in black's gaze became sharp.
He seemed to transform into someone else. Although his face was covered, the killing intent radiating from his eyes caused Yuwen Sheng to be greatly alarmed.
However, Yuwen Sheng was, after all, an experienced individual and was not intimidated by the other party.
"Nonsense!"
"Let me remind you again, this is the Yuwen family in Jinling City. Have you considered that you might not be able to leave this place!"
Although he realized the other party was not to be trifled with, Yuwen Sheng still adopted a tough stance. After all, he was a Earth-level expert who held sway in this region and could not be intimidated by a few words.
Furthermore, this was his mansion, his territory. As long as he gave a signal, the Yuwen family members would rush to his aid immediately.
"Yuwen Sheng, I advise you not to act rashly. Why not first listen to what I want you to do!"
The figure in black glanced at Yuwen Sheng and withdrew his sharp gaze.
He had come here to have the man perform a task, and any conflict would benefit neither of them.
Upon hearing this, Yuwen Sheng glanced at the figure in black and said grimly, "Alright, tell me, what is it you want done!"
Yuwen Sheng understood in his heart that the other party was not someone to be easily provoked, so he decided to inquire. If it were a small matter within his capabilities, helping the other party would not be entirely out of the question.
"The matter I want you to handle is actually very simple: eliminate Ye Cangtian. Of course, if it were possible to eliminate Long Xuefeng as well, that would be best."
What!
With that statement, Yuwen Sheng's eyes widened.
He glared fiercely at the figure in black and roared, "Are you mad! I am a member of the Hidden Organization. You want me to eliminate Ye Cangtian? Isn't that forcing me to rebel? And Long Xuefeng..."
Yuwen Sheng's face flushed crimson. Ye Cangtian was a pillar of the Hidden Organization, or one could even say the future of the Hidden Organization.
Eliminating such a person would undoubtedly lead to the Hidden Organization seeking retribution. At that point, his years of service in the Western Region would be insufficient to atone for such a crime.
It could be said that if the Hidden Organization discovered this, not only would he die, but the Yuwen family would also be implicated to some extent.
As for Long Xuefeng, although he was currently considered useless, his status within the Hidden Organization was still extremely high. If even Long Xuefeng were eliminated, then the Yuwen family would be utterly ruined.
For the other party to ask him to do such a thing was clearly pushing the Yuwen family into an abyss!
"Yuwen Sheng, you should understand that the greater the risk, the greater the reward!"
The figure in black gestured for Yuwen Sheng to calm down, then slowly continued, "If you can accomplish this matter, I can promise you ten Nine Revolutions Golden Pills, which will help your Yuwen family advance another level!"
Ten Nine Revolutions Golden Pills?
Yuwen Sheng's gaze paused. With ten Nine Revolutions Golden Pills, the Yuwen family could definitely produce ten more Earth-level experts.
At that time, the Yuwen family's strength would undoubtedly reach a new height. Even without relying on the Hidden Organization, they could contend with most factions in the ruins.
To be honest, at that moment, he was truly tempted.
However, he remained relatively calm. Even with ten more Earth-level experts, the Yuwen family still could not contend with the Hidden Organization.
At that time, they would end up in a situation of fleeing everywhere, which was far worse than their current life.
At least they could develop steadily now.
Thinking of this, Yuwen Sheng glanced at the figure in black and said grimly, "Do you believe I will summon people to capture you right now?"
"I advise you to be smart."
"Don't think I'm bluffing. It's not difficult for me to destroy the Yuwen family!"
Hearing Yuwen Sheng's words, the figure in black's gaze turned cold, and a surging aura emanated from around him.
"This..." Yuwen Sheng's expression changed.