Reigning Supreme in countless worlds With Beast taming

Qin Feng had intended to fly directly back to his family, but on seeing the Market of Tieling County, suddenly remembered that he had returned home in such haste that he had not prepared some common resources for his clan. Therefore, as he approached Tieling County, he retracted the White Dragon and soared down into the city.

He planned to go to the Ten Thousand Demons Pavilion in the Market to acquire some ordinary Elixir Pills and Magic Artifacts to take back with him and also to inquire about his family's situation with the Manager of the Pavilion.

The arrival of Qin Feng stirred up excitement in the Ten Thousand Demons Pavilion, and he was immediately received with the highest standards as a True Disciple of the Sect.

After all, he was the first True Disciple to emerge from Tieling County, even from the entire Chu Kingdom.

The Beast Taming Sect had expanded its sphere of influence to the Chu Kingdom only in the last few thousand years.

Because the Chu Kingdom was a mix of various powers, and the Beast Taming Sect did not want to completely offend the neutral and large sect, Danxia Sect, they had not yet fully occupied this nation, despite their strength. Instead, they gradually became one of the three biggest forces in the area through a consistent strategy of encroachment.

In fact, the reason the old ancestor of the Qin Family had established the family within the Chu Kingdom was because the Sect needed it at the time.

It was only in the last few hundred years that the situation in the Chu Kingdom had gradually stabilized, forming a tripartite balance of power with other small and medium-sized sects coexisting.

In the past, the Sect did not recruit many Disciples from the Chu Kingdom, which meant the chances of producing a True Disciple were slim. Now, with more Disciples being recruited, there were quite a few from the Inner Sect, but as for True Disciples, Qin Feng was the first, which made everyone in the Tieling County branch of Ten Thousand Demons Pavilion feel honoured.

Therefore, everyone in the Pavilion was excited and eager to extend the warmest hospitality to Qin Feng.

"Greetings, Junior Brother Qin."

Qian Jiang, the Manager of the Ten Thousand Demons Pavilion's branch in charge, greeted Qin Feng with exceptional enthusiasm, "Previously, the Sect had sent a message saying that the latest expedition to the Otherworld was a complete victory, and a batch of Disciples had already returned to the Sect. I didn't expect Junior Brother Qin to have come back as well.

Why didn't you send a message in advance, Junior Brother? If we had known you were returning to Tieling County, we could have prepared in advance, instead of being so rushed like now."

"You're too kind, Senior Brother Qian."

Qin Feng waved his hand dismissively, "I was originally from one of the nearby small cities of Tieling County, and my family has always been under the care of Tieling County's Ten Thousand Demons Pavilion. These past few years have especially troubled you, Senior Brother, so I wouldn't dare be presumptuous.

My visit this time is firstly to see you, Senior Brother Qian, and express my gratitude for the care you've shown to my Qin Family over the years, and secondly, because I returned in such a rush, I did not prepare ordinary cultivation resources for my family. I hope to trouble you to help me gather some, so that I don't appear too shabby when I get home."

Upon hearing this, Qian Jiang immediately understood. The so-called visit was just by the way. If Qin Feng had come prepared, he might not have even stopped in Tieling County.

But thankfully, Qin Feng was unprepared, which gave him the chance to forge connections. Otherwise, as a Manager stationed in such a remote branch of the Ten Thousand Demons Pavilion, when would he have the opportunity to sit and converse with a True Disciple of the Sect?

"This is a small matter, Junior Brother Qin. Please wait a moment, and I'll have someone prepare everything for you."

Qian Jiang instructed several Managers standing by to prepare all the necessary items.

In no time at all, an attentive Manager personally brought over a Storage Bag.

Qian Jiang handed the Storage Bag to Qin Feng and said, "Please examine it, Junior Brother Qin, and see if the items are sufficient. If you need anything more, I can have someone prepare it."

Qin Feng took the bag and glanced inside, nodding in satisfaction. He then reached into his own Storage Bag strapped to his waist and took out several items, including a seventh-grade Demon Core, along with some specialty materials from the Demon Realm, all valuable enough to exchange for those ordinary resources.

He pushed the Demon Core and the other materials towards Qian Jiang, "Although I am a True Disciple of the Sect, I can't just take things for nothing. These materials are what I obtained from the Red Flame Demon Realm, so let's use these to compensate for those cultivation resources."

In truth, with his status, he could have taken the items from the Ten Thousand Demons Pavilion without issue, except the Sect would then deduct some of his Merits, which would be somewhat counterproductive for him. Those Merits could be exchanged for better items and using them to get these ordinary resources was not a good deal!

"Well... alright then."

Qian Jiang guessed Qin Feng's mentality. Although he wanted to say that the ordinary cultivation resources weren't worth much Spirit Stone and could be given to Qin Feng directly, he figured Qin Feng might not accept them without an exchange, so he didn't say it.

Moreover, he was quite interested in the special materials from the Otherworld, so he didn't refuse.

"By the way, Senior Brother Qian, do you know how my Qin Family has been lately?"

Qin Feng asked.

"Yes, yes."

Qian Jiang nodded, "The Qin Family's development over these years has been quite good, but there have been some recent troubles. Just last night, the Family Head Qin encountered an assassination attempt in the Market."

"Oh?"

Upon hearing this, Qin Feng's brow instantly furrowed.

However, he had been tempered over the years; though he felt a sense of urgency, he did not show it. Since Qian Jiang did not mention the Family Head being killed, it was apparent there was no threat to life.

So with a calm tone, Qin Feng asked, "Do you know who did it? Were the assailants caught? Is the old Family Head wounded, and where is he now?"

"The Family Head was unharmed. He was in the Ten Thousand Demons Pavilion beforehand, he must have left not long ago. I'll have someone find out his whereabouts for you.

As for the assailants, they fled quickly, and by the time I got there, they had vanished. However, according to Family Head Qin, the attackers were two Sword Cultivators!"

"Sword Cultivators?"

Qin Feng's brows knit slightly, "Could they be Taiyi Mountain Disciples?"

"It's uncertain."

Qian Jiang replied, "Taiyi Mountain is certainly suspect, especially since their establishment in Tieling County, Lingxiao Tower, changed its Manager a few years back to Jiang Han, the cousin of the Taiyi Mountain Punishment Sword Hall Elder Jiang Dongliu.

After this man came to Tieling County, he made a lot of moves in secret, but a direct assassination has never occurred before, so it's hard to say for sure if he was behind it. It could also be another force trying to provoke conflict between our two factions, hoping to profit from a battle between us."

"Alright."

Qin Feng nodded, "I understand, thank you, Senior Brother Qian, for informing me, and especially for hurrying to save our Old Family Master. I have taken this kindness to heart."

Hearing this, Qian Jiang couldn't help but feel overjoyed, and if it wasn't for his restraint, he would probably have cheered aloud.

He had been assigned to this place for decades and had only achieved mediocre results, enduring hard work and waiting patiently in the hope of gaining the appreciation of the sect elders, who might then transfer him from this location.

Now, he realized it would be better not to be transferred. What could he do elsewhere? Wouldn't he still have to endure? At most, the only difference might be a more prosperous area where he could gain more merits and resources.

But staying here, he could also take care of the Qin Family on the side, winning the favor of Qin Feng, the True Disciple. This would be a big gain for him.

Let alone the favor Qin Feng had just promised to remember. If he later sought Qin Feng's help, there was a ninety percent chance Qin Feng would assist him.

Moreover, if Qin Feng's status grew even higher, a casual mention during his conversations with the high ranks of the Ten Thousand Demons Pavilion could potentially advance Qian Jiang's position by leaps and bounds.

So staying here seemed to have a much brighter future than any bustling commandery market!

A moment later, a manager rushed in with a slightly peculiar expression, as if he had something to say but was hesitating.

Seeing him, Qian Jiang immediately scolded, "Out with it, what's with all the mumbling?"

"Yes, Elder."

The manager no longer hesitated and spoke directly, "I've sent out a Sound Transmission Talisman and contacted the Foundation Establishment Cultivators you sent to protect Family Head Qin. They indeed haven't left the county. As for Family Head Qin, he has gone to... Baihua Pavilion."

"Pfft..."

Qin Feng sprayed out a mouthful of Spiritual Tea, nearly choking on the news.

What was going on now?

Just last night, he had barely survived an assassination attempt, and now the old man had gone to Baihua Pavilion. Was he looking for the gentle comforts of the Pavilion's ladies to soothe his frightened old heart?

But perhaps it was his old back that needed soothing more!

Qian Jiang and the other managers also wore peculiar expressions.

They had dealt with Qin Guanbao for many years and were aware of some of his habits, but they did not expect that, mere days after coming out from Baihua Pavilion and surviving an attack, he wouldn't stay put; instead, he had gone back there today. Wasn't he worried about someone discovering his whereabouts again and launching another sneak attack?

"Cough..."

Pretending not to notice the expressions of those around him, Qin Feng stood up and said, "I will go to meet with the Old Family Master and then head directly back to the clan. As for those Foundation Establishment Cultivators, there's no need for them to follow. Just have them return."

Qian Jiang and others did not persist in retaining him, so they stood up to see him off. Qian Jiang asked, "Do you need someone to guide you, Junior Brother Qin?"

"No need. I've been to that place before... cough, I mean, I've passed by it!"

"Understood, understood. Junior Brother Qin merely passed by Baihua Pavilion."

Qian Jiang and the others nodded repeatedly, indicating that they wouldn't say more.

Qin Feng, feeling extremely awkward, waved his hands hastily, "No need to see me off, please stay, stay."

With that said, he moved swiftly, using the Shrinking Ground to Inch Divine Power. In a single step, he exited the hall, and with another, he descended down the stairs. Before anyone could react, he had already left the Ten Thousand Demons Pavilion and hurriedly blended into the crowd on the street.

Qian Jiang, looking at the peculiar expressions on everyone's faces, coughed lightly and said, "Alright, you may all leave. Remember not to gossip unnecessarily, lest rumors spread and damage the sect's reputation."

"Understood!"

"Elder, rest assured, we won't speak carelessly."

"Good."

Qian Jiang waved his hand, "Send a message and tell those Foundation Establishment Cultivators to return."

"Don't they need to secretly protect the Qin Family?"

Asked one manager.

"No need."

Qian Jiang stated quietly, "Junior Brother Qin's cultivation is profound. Even I can't discern his current strength, but I feel immense pressure in his presence. With such cultivation, why would he need the help of a few Foundation Establishment Cultivators!"

"It's no surprise that he's a True Disciple; his advancement is indeed lightning-fast."

The other managers marveled at Qin Feng's cultivation speed while sending messages to the Foundation Establishment Cultivators to return to the Ten Thousand Demons Pavilion.

Using the Shrinking Ground to Inch Divine Power, even amidst the busy streets, Qin Feng was unaffected. Within moments, he had arrived at the Baihua Pavilion.

Worried that releasing his Divine Sense might make him see things that should not be seen, Qin Feng did not spread out his Divine Sense to search for the Old Family Master, so as not to taint his principles. He walked straight into the Baihua Pavilion, intending to find someone to ask about the Old Family Master's whereabouts.

Upon entering, he happened to run into Yunniang, the voluptuously beautiful matron.

Being an experienced courtesan, Yunniang had a sharp eye for people. Plus, Qin Feng's appearance had only aged by a year or two compared to before, with no other changes, making it easy for her to recognize him.

"Oh, the young master is here again."

Yunniang's face showed a joyous smile, very much like that of someone meeting a beloved suitor, "Is the young master here to fulfill the promise he made last time with this sister?"