Storm clouds are gathering

  Storm clouds are gathering

  Although Yu Shi Xiong was very unwilling to get involved with Hua Wu Ming, for the sake of his precious son, he could only compromise.

  Hua seemed to have anticipated Yu Shixiong's arrival long ago, and his face always wore a seemingly ambiguous smile, which made Yu Shixiong feel very uncomfortable.

  "Hua Shen Yi, I'd like to ask you something. Please be frank with me." Yu Shi Xiong rarely spoke so politely to anyone, and Hua Wu Ming was the first person of such low status he had ever treated with such courtesy.

  "Are you here for the young master?" Hua Wuming smiled slyly, his old face seeming to be written with the words "scheming" and "poisonous", making everyone who saw him want to voluntarily avoid him.

  "Please, great Chinese doctor, enlighten me out of this confusion!"

  "This dragon's blood is precious, but it's not entirely without a destination." Hua Wunong smiled lowly: "Under the ground of Nan Yue City, there is a thousand-year-old fire dragon that has been suppressed under Nan Yue City."

  Yu Shi Xiong's eyelid twitched slightly, sensing that Hua Wu Ming's move seemed to have been premeditated. His eyes narrowed, vigilantly staring at Hua Wu Ming.

  "How did the great god of medicine know about this?"

  "Because thirty years ago, I was one of the top ten elders of Nanyue City, but some things were stripped of my elder status." Hua Wuming's cheek twitched slightly, as if he still had a grudge about this matter.

  Yu Shi Xiong naturally guessed that with Hua Wu's unscrupulous tactics, it was likely that he had done something to incur the wrath of heaven and the resentment of men, which is why he was stripped of his position as elder.

  "A thousand years ago, the great god Canaan subdued an evil fire dragon here. The fire dragon was too powerful and even the great god Canaan could not completely destroy it. So he separated the dragon's soul from its body, turning the soul into a divine artifact called Dragon Soul Staff, which disappeared with the passing of the great god Canaan. Only the dragon's body remained, suppressed in an underground cave."

  Hua paused for a moment, then continued: "This is also the reason why the Great Law God Canaan chose to establish the Canaan Academy here. In fact, all the academies in Nanyue City are branches of the Canaan Academy, and almost every academy president is a descendant of the Great Law God Canaan."

  Yu Shi Xiong was secretly shocked in his heart, never expecting that Hua Wu Ming would reveal such an astonishing secret. He remained silent and listened quietly to Hua Wu Ming's narrative.

  "In each college, if there is a mentor or student with strength exceeding the 7th rank, after a series of investigations, they will also receive this secret and become a member of the Longevity Council of Nanyue City. Among them, the top ten outstanding individuals will be granted the title of Great Elder. The existence of the Longevity Council is an organization dedicated to suppressing the physical body of the Fire Dragon. The ten great elders need to sacrifice their own cultivation to suppress the physical body of the Fire Dragon and provide continuous energy."

  Yu Shi Xiong gritted his teeth and hummed, "Hua Shen Yi, I think I'll take my leave. This matter has nothing to do with me, and as for my son, don't bother yourself with him. Farewell!"

  "You can't just quit whenever you want, Lord Yu!" Hua Wumeng sneered with a cold smile.

  "Is the great Chinese doctor still trying to make things difficult for others?" Yu Shi Xiong coldly sneered.

  "Lord Yu, do you know what the Council of Elders will do to those who are aware of this secret?" Hua Wuming gazed at Yu Shixiong with a sinister smile.

  Yu Shi Xiong's face turned even uglier, gritting his teeth as he stared at Hua Wu Ming. Hua Wu Ming naturally didn't fear him, instead smiling and revealing a mouthful of rotten teeth: "Anyone who knows this secret, regardless of their identity, will be secretly captured by the Council of Elders and thrown into the underground dungeon in Huo Long Town. They will have their cultivation forcibly stripped away, all to be used as energy to suppress the Fire Dragon. Whether they are ordinary people or powerful individuals."

  "I am the Grand Master, who dares to take me on?" Yu Shi Xiong roared in anger, his wildly raging aura bursting out even more recklessly. Not only was Yu Shi Xiong's status revered, but his power had also reached the seventh rank of second-class.

  "You, Lord Yu, are too confident in your own identity!" Hua Wuming's gaze was like a sneer as he looked at Yu Shixiong: "In the past thousand years, how many people who thought they were superior to others and dominated the world with their strength have been captured by the Council of Elders? Among these people, there are countless individuals stronger than you, with higher status and greater power."

  "What do you mean?" Yu Shi Xiong had already formed a murderous intention, and his killing aura immediately pressed down on Hua Wu Ming.

  Hua's expression remained calm and unruffled, still smiling lightly: "Heh heh... Yu Daling, it seems you've forgotten what I said. Originally, I was also one of the Great Elders, thirty years ago I had already reached your level! If you're very confident in your own strength, then go ahead and try!"

  "Hmph... what do you want!?" Yu Shi Xiong coldly snorted, ultimately giving up on making a move because he couldn't see through Hua Wu Ming's true strength. This situation only had two possibilities: one was that it was too low, the other was that it was so strong that he couldn't see through it.

  Hua Wuming let out a chilling laugh, Yu Shi Xiong had already regretted it, for the sake of his own son, he actually colluded with Hu to plot against him, he should have thought of it earlier, Hua Wuming was not a good person.

  "Ha ha... My request is simple, twenty days later, it will be the once-in-three-years sealing ceremony. At that time, the ten great elders will go to the underground cave to strengthen the seal. You need to hide in the underground cave and take the opportunity to strike the three-inch nail into the back of the Chief Elder, the Dean of Canaan Academy. The rest is not for you to worry about." Hua Wuming sneered, revealing a mouthful of rotten black teeth, looking like an evil spirit, sending chills down one's spine.

  "Are you kidding me? You want me to take action against the principal of Canaan Academy in front of the top ten elders?"

  "You just rest assured, the Ten Great Elders were unable to move at the time of sealing, even if you killed them all, they would not be able to resist." Hua Wuming said with a sinister smile.

  "If so, why don't you just find someone else? Why does it have to be me?"

  "Because I need a chess piece that can be firmly grasped in my hand and has enough strength." Hua Wuming said bluntly, in front of Yu Shiying, calling him a chess piece: "After the matter is settled, I will cure Yu Shao for you."

  "What exactly do you want to do?" Yu Shi Xiong's face turned iron-green as he coldly stared at Hua Wu Ming.

  "Of course it's revenge! Thirty years ago, they drove me out of the Council of Elders, and now is my chance to get back at them!" A venomous glint flashed in Hua Wuming's eyes.

  Yu Shi Xiong's eyes flickered, unsure whether to believe Hua Wu Ming. He felt that Hua Wu Ming's purpose shouldn't be so simple, and he must have something else that he hadn't told him.

  Hua Wu Ming suddenly turned around with a sinister smile: "Right, don't even think about going to spread the news, the Elder Council will not leave any remaining troubles. If I hear even a hint of wind, Yu Shao may not even be able to keep his life!"

  Yu Shi Xiong's face suddenly changed: "You've laid hands on my son!?"

  "This is just to make sure nothing goes wrong with the plan!" Hua Wuming said in a low and sinister tone, narrowing his eyes.

  ……

  "How is Qing Er's injury?"

  "It's already much better without having to serve you."

  In response to Beyoncé's sharp words, Fang Yun could naturally ignore her. Yu Wushuang brought his own brother and said he wanted to invite Fang Yun and Beyoncé.

  The main reason is that Lai Fu had already set out to return to Kong Gang a few days ago, and Yu Wu Shuang and Yu Feng Nian both felt much more at ease, no longer having to be so restrained.

  Lai Fu's identity was just a follower of Yu Feng City, but he had been following Yu Feng City since childhood. In the Yu family, except for the old master and others with similar status, only Yu Feng Nian was not afraid to show his respect, and everyone else treated Lai Fu with great reverence, even Yu Wu Shuang showed him great respect in front of Lai Fu.

  "Yun Shao, Bi Ao's sister, my brother and I have already booked a table at the White Crane Tower, let's go now."

  Every time Yu Wushuang comes to find Fang Yun and Bi Ao, she always looks at Fang Yun and Bi Ao with a strange gaze. In those wise eyes, it seems that there are always some unspeakable secrets hidden forever.

  With Fang Yun and Beyoncé's intelligence, how could they not know what was going on in Yu Wushuang's mind?

  This little girl has been thinking about how to bring this pair of enemies together all day, but the two have never gotten along from start to finish, and have never given each other a good face, not even once.

  "Bai He Lou!?" Bao Xin suddenly exclaimed, as if she had heard something earth-shattering.

  "You're really inexperienced, a White Crane Tower can scare you like this, don't even mention that we know each other." Fang Yun rolled his eyes at Bi Ao Xian.

  However, he was also slightly surprised that Yu Wushuang had actually managed to book a spot at the White Crane Tower.

  If we talk about Baihe Tower, it can be said that everyone knows and is familiar with it. Baihe Tower has only twelve branches throughout the entire Dongtu continent, and in the entire Mohbei region, there is only one branch of Baihe Tower in Yancheng.

  Fang Yun had only been there once, and that was with his father Fang Hao. That time, Fang Hao had originally intended to celebrate Fang Yun's birthday, and it was only after exerting great effort and connections that he managed to book the entire White Crane Tower on Fang Yun's birthday.

  Although it was a matter of several years ago, Fang Yun still can't forget the delicious food at Baihe Building until today.

  Xiao Er's culinary skills are somewhat accomplished, and also the best he has encountered in recent years. However, compared to the head chef of Bai He Lou, there is still a significant gap.

  This can also be said to be the gap between realms. Although Xiao Er has worked hard in culinary skills, he never regarded cooking as his true calling. In contrast, the head chef of Bai He Lou regards cooking as his foundation, just like Fang Yun regards Taoism as his foundation. He strives for perfection, and the difference in their levels is self-evident.

  It can be said that Yu Wusong's identity wants to book a White Crane Tower location on the same day, it is almost an impossible thing.

  "This young lady is just surprised, the twin sisters actually managed to book a spot, Baihe Tower this young lady isn't someone who hasn't been there before." Beyoncé snorted disdainfully, but her expectant emotions were completely written all over her face.

  "Hmph..." The two of them let out a cold snort at the same time, looking down on each other.

  "It's actually not me who made the reservation, I'm also confused, today I suddenly received an invitation from Baihe Building." Yu Wushuang had a similar look of confusion on her face.

  "An invitation?"

  "Nanyue City's White Crane Tower has a rule, every month they will send out an invitation to the city, and those who receive the invitation can freely invite their friends and family to go together." Yu Wushuang explained: "However, according to the White Crane Tower's past habits, they usually only send invitations to influential figures, just like Master Fang Yue, she has received six invitations from the White Crane Tower in the past ten years."

  "Sister, you're really slow-witted, don't you understand yet?" Yufeng Nian said confidently: "If you receive an invitation, who will you invite to go?"

  "The whole of Nanyue City, the most familiar ones are Yun Shao and Bi Ao's sister. If we're going to invite someone, it would naturally be them." Yu Wushuang said matter-of-factly: "Could it be that this invitation was originally meant for Yun Shao?"

  "Absolutely not!" Beyoncé retorted immediately: "If you want to give it, just give it to him directly. With his habits, he'll definitely be a dead skin peeler and run away. Why bother transferring it to Wu Shuang's sister?"

  "You said that, and I won't go." Fang Yun couldn't stand Bi Ao's tone: "I'll just see if you'll follow Wu Shuang sister obediently or not."

  "Yun Shao, Bi Ao's sister, you two stop arguing. Just consider it a favor to me, this is the first time someone has invited us out and you're refusing." Yu Wu Shuang pouted, complaining.

  "Alright, for the sake of Wudong sister, I'll go to Baihe Tower. Whoever you are, since you don't want to go, then don't follow me." Fang Yun said with a mischievous grin.

  "Hmph... You say I'm not allowed to go, but I'll go anyway."

  The two men engaged in a relentless war of words, and even Yufeng Nian had grown accustomed to it. The entire journey was filled with their mutual attacks on each other.

  The White Crane Tower can be said to be the most famous and influential food destination on the Eastern Continent, although it does not have the most branches, but it has attracted countless gourmets to flock to it. The wealthy and noble guests from all over the world consider it an honor to indulge in romantic conversations within the White Crane Tower.

  The crowd arrived in front of the White Crane Building and was immediately stopped by a neatly dressed attendant. The attendant looked at the crowd with courtesy.

  "Excuse me, ladies and gentlemen, have you reserved a table at the White Crane Pavilion?" The attendant's tone was neither arrogant nor humble, showing great courtesy.

  This is the demeanor of Baihe Tower, every attendant has undergone rigorous training, even when facing beggars, they will not show a high attitude, and even if the emperor comes, they will not show humility.

  Yu Wusuo took out the invitation and handed it to the attendant, who carefully read it before immediately bowing and inviting everyone into the White Crane Building.

  As soon as they stepped into the White Crane Building, everyone's mood suddenly lightened, just like a spring breeze brushing against their faces, bringing an indescribable joy.

  The spacious hall was filled with over a dozen round tables, each one surrounded by high-ranking officials and nobles chatting and laughing, while the soft singing and giggling of the courtesans serving wine occasionally drifted through.

  Fang Yun's eyes flashed with a hint of surprise, the interior design of this White Crane Pavilion was unique and gave off an air of elegance and simplicity that made one feel at ease.

  It's like a formation, but different from a formation. A formation may have different effects due to the level of cultivation, but this subtle arrangement can make anyone feel the atmosphere in it, although it can be felt, it cannot be described.

  The White Crane Pavilion is a world away from the hustle and bustle of wine houses and taverns, where even the most boorish of natures will suddenly become subdued and restrained, unable to disrupt the peaceful haven within.

  Fang Yun glanced at Biyao beside him, even she restrained her usual flamboyant personality, revealing a rare gentle and calm expression on her face.

  "This White Crane Building seems to have been arranged by a superior person." Fang Yun speculated in his heart.

  "Ladies and gentlemen, please follow me upstairs, where a private room has been prepared."

  "It's strange, why did I not have this feeling when I went to that Baihe Building before?" Beyoncé still keenly felt that it was different from the Baihe Building she had been to before.

  The attendant seemed somewhat self-satisfied, and smiled slightly: "This was arranged by the shop owner himself. The shop owner said he wanted all the distinguished guests who have come to this store to never forget Baihe Tower."

  Fang Yun took in the interior decorations at a glance, and a hint of a smile flashed across his eyes. Although the arrangement was ingenious, it still wasn't perfect, but he didn't say anything. After all, he was just a guest, and if he spoke out rashly, it would only invite criticism.

  "This place reminds me of home... although I just left home..." A faint melancholy flowed from Yu Wushuang's eyes.

  "I recall three years ago when Dad locked me in the prayer room for three days..."

  This is where the owner of Baihe Building excels, using the layout to evoke a sense of atmosphere that moves people's emotions.

  Different states of mind will have different feelings. Just like Yufeng Nian, at this moment, a silly smile appeared on his face, and he also seemed to think of something.

  The attendant glanced at several people and shifted his gaze to Fang Yun's body, opening his mouth to ask: "This young master, what have you thought of again?"

  Fang Yun was taken aback and stared at the attendant: "Is it you who wants to know?"

  The attendant hastily said: "I was rude, I just saw the young master's eyes and they were different from other customers who came to the store, so I dared to ask, please forgive me."

  "Compared to the layout here, I'm more looking forward to the renowned top-notch dishes of Baihe Tower, that's my real purpose for coming." Fang Yun shrugged and said with a smile.

  "You really don't understand the mood, all you know is eating and eating, walking with you is a loss of face for me."

  "It's a bit slow for a small person. Gentlemen and ladies, please come in." The attendant led the crowd into the elegant room on the top floor.

  As soon as they entered the room, Fang Yun's eyebrows rose: "May I ask the shopkeeper's surname and full name?"

  "The owner's surname is Bi and his given name is Sheng." The attendant replied.

  "Hey, you little stinker, you look like a good boy, what's wrong with you?" Beyoncé shouted.

  Baiyun thought for half a day and still couldn't think of anyone he knew who was named Bisheng.

  Was it just a coincidence? Fang Yun thought in his heart that it was unlikely, but he couldn't accept that such a coincidence could exist in this world.

  The layout inside the room is exactly the same as the outer hall of Qingfeng's boudoir in Yancheng Hongxiu Building, which was specially arranged by Fangyun according to her own preferences for Qingfeng.

  This room, although decorated in the same way as Qingfeng's outer hall, lacks a bit of charm. The person who decorated it seems to be intentionally imitating, but somehow can't grasp the essence of it.

  "A few honored guests, please take a seat. I will go and prepare the dishes. If you need anything, you can ring the bell to summon me." The servant finished speaking and turned around to leave.

  At the other end of the room, in a spacious room, a man in his thirties leaned lightly against the window, with a sharp glint flashing in his eyes from time to time, as if waiting for something.

  At this time, the attendants of Fang Yun and others walked in from outside the door, humbly saluted: "Shopkeeper, those few guests have arrived."

  The shopkeeper's eyes lit up and he immediately asked: "Has he come?"