Chapter 1369 News
As for the name Chen Yang, he had never heard of it before.
After Lie Changsheng recounted all the events of encountering Chen Yang, the Flying Cloud Martial Emperor immediately fell into deep thought.
"Before, have you ever heard of Falling Immortal Mountain?"
Instead of rushing to ask about other matters, the Flying Cloud Martial Emperor inquired about Falling Immortal Mountain.
Lie Changsheng pondered for a moment before shaking his head.
Although Lie Changsheng had been in Falling Immortal City for some time, he usually only focused on cultivation and pursuing the rebel army. He paid little attention to matters concerning Falling Immortal Mountain.
While Falling Immortal City was not far from Falling Immortal Mountain, a few demonic beasts occupied that place, and Lie Changsheng did not wish to conflict with them.
Therefore, he did not know much.
The Flying Cloud Martial Emperor slowly stood up, looked outside the imperial city, and whispered, "The reason that place is called Falling Immortal Mountain is because immortals truly appeared there."
"Although a very long time has passed, I faintly remember the story."
"This Chen Yang has no known origin and suddenly appeared at Falling Immortal Mountain. Could it be a so-called immortal descending to the mortal realm?"
As he spoke, a wry smile appeared on the Flying Cloud Martial Emperor's face, as if mocking himself, he softly said, "Aren't there rumors that when the dynasty collapses, immortals will descend?"
"To establish a new dynasty upon the ruins of the old one."
"Have you never heard this rumor?"
For some reason, when Lie Changsheng heard this, his body trembled slightly.
Lie Changsheng had indeed heard this rumor.
The rebel army had used such things to grow stronger.
Could it be that the Flying Cloud Martial Emperor suspected Chen Yang was the mastermind behind all this?
Lie Changsheng dared not answer, so he quickly mentioned another matter.
That was Chen Yang's desire to go to the Celestial Qin Domain and meet the National Preceptor.
If he said these things, he thought the Martial Emperor would not overthink it.
After all, Venerable Chen Yang would not linger in the Flying Cloud Dynasty for long.
"Hmm? Chen Yang wants to see the National Preceptor?"
The Flying Cloud Martial Emperor waved his hand dismissively, "Of course. Make arrangements. If he wishes to see me, you can bring him here directly."
Lie Changsheng was somewhat stunned. This was completely different from what he had expected.
Lie Changsheng had thought that after he revealed these matters, the Flying Cloud Martial Emperor would at least take Chen Yang to see the National Preceptor.
After all, Venerable Chen Yang was a Nascent Soul realm cultivator.
Now, he was being asked to handle it entirely. If Venerable Chen Yang knew this, he would likely be displeased.
However, since the Flying Cloud Martial Emperor had already said so, he could only comply.
"If there is any intelligence, Changsheng will report it immediately."
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At this moment, Chen Yang followed Tian Huihuang to an inconspicuous courtyard. There were many goods displayed in the yard.
People would occasionally come out from the shops next door and enter the courtyard to move some items away.
Tian Huihuang explained to Chen Yang, "Although the place we landed before was also a territory of the Beast Taming Sect, it was merely a transit station."
"Apart from a few disciples responsible for daily affairs, no one generally stays in such a remote place."
"Disciples of the Beast Taming Sect returning from other places rest here."
"The elder in charge of all business within the Flying Cloud Dynasty also resides here."
As Tian Huihuang entered the courtyard, many people greeted him. It was clear that they all knew each other.
Although there were many disciples of the Beast Taming Sect, they were all in the same dynasty and had more or less interacted.
Seeing Tian Huihuang bring in a stranger, no one inquired.
Living in the Beast Taming Sect, the first thing they learned was not to speak carelessly about things they didn't understand.
This applied whether it was caring for demonic beasts or other matters.
Tian Huihuang led Chen Yang to the main hall and asked Chen Yang to rest for a while while he went to contact the elder.
The elder in charge of all the Beast Taming Sect's business within the Flying Cloud Dynasty was named Lu Fanggang.
Although he was not in the Nascent Soul realm, he was definitely unique among the dispatched elders.
He was at the ninth level of the Core Condensing realm!
Even within the Beast Taming Sect, cultivators at the ninth level of the Core Condensing realm were few and far between.
Lu Fanggang appeared to be only seventy or eighty years old, but he had actually consumed nearly a thousand years of his lifespan. Coupled with some internal injuries, there was not much lifespan left.
Logically, Lu Fanggang, in his situation, should have been in seclusion within the sect to break through, or to gain experience in the mortal world.
However, Lu Fanggang did not make such a choice. Instead, he chose to station himself in the Flying Cloud Dynasty.
The reason for this was unknown to anyone.
After listening to Tian Huihuang's explanation, Lu Fanggang slowly stood up and said, "Then I shall go and meet this Venerable Chen Yang."
As Lu Fanggang entered the courtyard, he saw Chen Yang waiting in the hall.
At this moment, Chen Yang was not meditating with his eyes closed. Instead, he was holding a teacup, observing the various goods around him.
He did not look like a Nascent Soul realm cultivator, but rather like a young master from a noble family who had not seen much of the world.
Lu Fanggang tidied his thoughts and walked over with a smile, "Venerable Chen Yang has traveled a long distance. If there is any inadequacy in our hospitality at the Beast Taming Sect, please forgive us!"
Chen Yang could immediately discern Lu Fanggang's physical condition. This was the difference between the Nascent Soul realm and the Core Condensing realm.
After a brief exchange of pleasantries, Chen Yang pointed to the goods beside him and asked, "The Beast Taming Sect also transports goods for others?"
Chen Yang had initially assumed these were all possessions of the Beast Taming Sect. However, after looking around, he was surprised to find that many items were being picked up by outsiders.
The scope of business for the Beast Taming Sect was far beyond Chen Yang's expectations.
Lu Fanggang smiled and explained, "Ah, this is unavoidable. The Beast Taming Sect's treatment for its disciples is not bad, and the sect's expenses are considerable. We must find ways to expand some of our businesses."
"The situation in the Flying Cloud Dynasty is a bit precarious. If goods are transported by themselves, they might encounter some danger. The escorts charge a high price. Coincidentally, our Beast Taming Sect also has flying demonic beasts, making it convenient to transport goods, so we might as well participate."
"Where does Venerable Chen Yang wish to have his belongings sent?"
Tian Huihuang had not told Lu Fanggang everything, only mentioning Chen Yang's basic situation and his desire to purchase some information.
"Hahaha, I wish to have myself sent to the Celestial Qin Domain. Besides that, I also wish to inquire about some news regarding the Qin family."
Chen Yang did not beat around the bush, but directly stated his requirements.
Lu Fanggang raised an eyebrow and pondered, "To the Celestial Qin Domain! That place is not very peaceful right now!"
"As for news about the Qin family... may I ask a question first?"