In the eyes of outsiders, Elder Long was still in the stage of recovering from a serious injury. They could use Elder Long to go to Yaowang Valley to lure out the traitor.
It was simple: if Elder Long recovered from his injuries, he would be a Heavenly rank expert.
That traitor would absolutely not wish for the Hidden Group to have another Heavenly rank expert, as this would be a threat to his safety.
Listening to Dongfang Mingyue’s words, Ye Cangtian fell into thought.
After a long while, he glanced at Dongfang Mingyue and said, “The first point is unnecessary to consider. If the whereabouts of so many people are leaked, even if we are prepared, it is likely difficult to guarantee the casualties…”
Ye Cangtian’s meaning was very clear: the traitor was, after all, a Heavenly rank expert, while those they trained were only at the Earth rank.
In comparison, the latter had virtually no combat power in front of the former.
He truly did not want to see someone whose cultivation was improved by a Nine Revolutions Golden Pill being killed by the other party.
As for Yao Bao’er, Ye Cangtian shook his head and rejected the idea without even thinking.
Yao Bao’er’s strength was even lower. In front of a Heavenly rank expert, she could be instantly killed in one encounter, so how could she be protected?
In Ye Cangtian’s opinion, among the three lures proposed by Dongfang Mingyue, Yao Bao’er was the one with the highest value.
Yao Bao’er was definitely a pillar of the Hidden Group’s future rise.
It was important to know that the ancient elixirs discovered in the ruins were very limited and were non-renewable resources.
While Yao Bao’er could currently refine inferior Nine Revolutions Golden Pills, it was not impossible for her to refine perfect Nine Revolutions Golden Pills or even more precious elixirs in the future.
This was definitely comparable to unlocking a massive treasure.
Therefore, Ye Cangtian felt that Yao Bao’er absolutely could not be risked.
For this reason, the only remaining method was to use Elder Long as bait, which was also the most stable.
Now that Elder Long had recovered his Heavenly rank strength, he did not fear the traitor at all. Even if the other party ambushed him, the success rate would not be too high.
Listening to Ye Cangtian’s analysis, Dongfang Mingyue slowly nodded in agreement, glancing at Elder Long beside them.
Feeling their gazes, Elder Long revealed a faint smile and said, “Good, interesting. It’s truly a great fortune that this old body still has a chance to contribute its remaining heat!”
For Elder Long, he naturally would not refuse such a matter.
Not only could he resolve the hidden danger for the Hidden Group, but he could also fight against a Heavenly rank expert. In his opinion, even if he died in such a battle, it would be a worthy death.
Listening to Elder Long’s words, Ye Cangtian nodded and said, “In that case, the plan is basically set.
However, the first thing to do is to send away the second batch of Earth rank experts. Only then will we have no worries about the future!”
As the words fell, Dongfang Mingyue and Elder Long nodded in unison.
…
The next morning, Ye Cangtian arrived at the headquarters office.
He handled various documents as usual. For him, it was best to send off this batch of Earth rank experts without anyone noticing.
However, before noon, Feifei knocked on the door and walked in.
She went directly to Ye Cangtian and said, “Sir, I just received news that people from the Banyue Hall have entered Longcheng.”
Banyue Hall?
Ye Cangtian was slightly stunned and then thought of something.
After the incident with Yin Tao, Ye Cangtian had also spent a few days quickly learning about the history of the Hidden Group and the various factions within the ruins.
Among them was information about the Banyue Hall.
The Banyue Hall was not weak overall, with over a thousand disciples. It was considered a medium-sized power in the ruins. Although it could not be compared to the Hidden Group, it should not be underestimated.
However, according to the records, the Banyue Hall had always been content with its territory, and there had never been any conflict with the Hidden Group.
Why would they come to Longcheng now?
Thinking of this, Ye Cangtian’s brow furrowed. Could all of this be related to that traitor?
He couldn’t help but think that if it was related to that traitor who was stationed in the Hidden Group, then it would be no trivial matter.
Thinking of this, Ye Cangtian glanced at Feifei and asked, “Is there any other news?”
Feifei heard this and shook her head, saying, “There is no other news at the moment.”
Upon hearing this, Ye Cangtian nodded and said, “Okay, I know. Go and call Yin Tao here!”
Feifei responded and then left the office.
Not long after, Yin Tao arrived in front of Ye Cangtian. He looked at Ye Cangtian and directly asked, “What do you want me for?”
“I originally had an important task to assign to you.”
“However, an unexpected situation has arisen, and I need you to handle it first.”
Ye Cangtian glanced at the other party and said, “The intelligence just received indicates that the Banyue Hall has entered Longcheng. Their purpose is not yet clear, so I’m asking you to investigate.”
“What!”
At these words, Yin Tao’s eyes widened.
He glared fiercely at Ye Cangtian and gritted his teeth, “Ye Cangtian, you can’t insult me like this! You want me to do such trivial work?”
Yin Tao was furious. After all, he was a quasi-Heavenly rank expert and was quite famous in the Hidden Group and Longcheng.
Asking him to investigate the Banyue Hall was like using a sledgehammer to crack a nut!
Speaking of which, with so many people in the Hidden Group, did they really need him to act?
“I’m asking you to go for a reason.”
“You just need to answer whether you’re going or not!”
“If you’re not going, you can choose to retire to the mountains and forests right now. Living a peaceful life farming is also good. As for important matters in the future, I’ll assign them to others.”
Ye Cangtian faced the furious Yin Tao without any regard for his feelings, his attitude extremely firm.
He was worried that the matter of the Banyue Hall was related to the traitor. It was extremely risky for ordinary people to investigate, so he was temporarily deploying Yin Tao.
As for the future, they would see.
“You!”
At these words, Yin Tao was immediately rendered speechless.
If he was willing to retire and farm, why would he stay?
Moreover, he was currently in a stage of atoning for his mistakes. If he had no missions, how could he clear his name!
Thinking of this, he glanced at Ye Cangtian and said in a deep voice, “I’ll go investigate the Banyue Hall, but you have to tell me what important matters await me first!”
“Yes.”
Ye Cangtian nodded and said, “I won’t hide it from you. Regarding the entrance to the ruins, I feel that Jian Wusheng and Bai Zhenshan alone are not enough, so I’ve decided to send you to Yincheng…”
Ye Cangtian stated that the Guangming Hall would definitely not let things go and would send even stronger opponents.
At that time, Jian Wusheng and Bai Zhenshan alone might not be able to withstand them. It would be best to have a quasi-Heavenly rank expert stationed there to ensure stability.
Listening to Ye Cangtian’s arrangements, Yin Tao’s eyes immediately lit up.
Being stationed in Yincheng was equivalent to being stationed at the entrance of the Hidden Group!
Although it was a gatekeeping job, its significance was different. He was guarding the gate of the Huaxia ruins.
Moreover, there was currently a conflict there, which meant an opportunity to contribute and redeem himself. It was perfect for him.
Thinking of this, he looked at Ye Cangtian and finally revealed a smile, saying, “Haha, I accept this job. When do we depart?”
Seeing Yin Tao’s eagerness, Ye Cangtian smiled slightly and said, “Don’t rush. Did you forget what I just said? First, monitor the Banyue Hall and see how things develop.”
“Okay, okay, I’ll do as you say. I’ll go investigate right away.”
Yin Tao quickly agreed. Seeing that Ye Cangtian had nothing else, he directly left the headquarters.
Watching Yin Tao’s retreating back, Ye Cangtian smiled and muttered with a hint of annoyance, this Yin Tao was truly someone who wouldn’t act without a clear benefit.
…
In the evening.
Ye Cangtian returned to his separate residence and was about to cultivate when he suddenly sensed an aura infiltrating the residence.
Immediately, Ye Cangtian wore a wry smile. He was very familiar with this aura, which was Yin Tao, whom he had seen during the day.
Indeed, not long after, Yin Tao pushed open the door and stood directly in front of him.
“Heh heh, do you think this is your home? You come in without knocking.”
“If I didn’t recognize your aura, I would have attacked you just now!”
Ye Cangtian glanced at Yin Tao and said helplessly.
After all, the other party was a person of status. Someone who barged in without knocking was no different from a thief!
“Hmph! I find it troublesome, okay!”
“Do you want to hear the news or not?”
Yin Tao glared at Ye Cangtian and said with annoyance.
In fact, he hadn’t done any tracking or investigation for a long time.
The reason he barged in directly was his fear of being discovered by other members of the Hidden Group, which would be a great embarrassment for him!