Chapter 354: Class 6 Magical Beas (1/2)
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“Langen’er, your way of thinking is far too simple. We don’t understand this Yang Yutian at all. If he has a strong background, then this would certainly bode well for our Lanming clan. But you didn’t think this through, in the case that this Yang Yutian has offended a terrible enemy, then our Lanmin will be dragged into this situation. Although our Lanming clan is extremely high in position in regards to Thacia City, that is still a small area in comparison to the Tian Yuan Continent where we are nothing more than an insect to be stamped on. We simply cannot afford to be caught up in any trouble, so I do not approve of betting on Lanying’s happiness for this.”
“Your words have merit; the identity of this Yang Yutian is still unclear. Right now, we are unable to predict whether or not this betrothal will bring fortune or destruction, this is far too risky.”
“Don’t think of this situation so pessimistically, as the proverbs say, ‘To find treasure, you must take hold of it from the jaws of trouble.” Just how do you expect to catch the cub of a tiger without ever entering the cave? If we do not take this risk, our Lanming clan will forever be holed up within this small Thacia City. This is an opportunity for our clan. Young individuals with a strength like this are rare to see on the continent, but each one of them are unparalleled geniuses with a future like no other. This is the Lanming clan’s chance to rise.”
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Several men stood around in a circle as they each debated about the matter of betrothing Lanying to Jian Chen. Some were in favor of this idea, some were not. But each one of them had a logical explanation for their reasons, so even after an entire day, they had not reached a conclusion.
“That’s enough. Everyone please settle down, we are getting nowhere with this. Why don’t we listen to the patriarch’s words?” A man spoke.
Immediately, everyone’s eyes turned to look at the patriarch of the Lanming clan.
The patriarch looked at everyone with an expressionless face for a moment before speaking, “Each and every single one of you should think about it for a moment. Do you really think an Earth Saint Master would be that easy to rope in? This youth is a strong individual with a proud air. Although he is undoubtedly not a low ranking figure, he is also not a person that our small Lanming clan would be able to grab hold of. We don’t even know how long he will stay in our Thacia City; but that’s enough. We shall talk no more about this. I shall take the matter in my own hands, if you still have enough time to think, then think about what action we shall take toward the Blackwind Bandits. Hmph, to dare move against our precious pearl, if we don’t take action against these bandits, I would be ashamed to continue living in Thacia City.”
“Yes, patriarch!” Everyone spoke up at once. The patriarch’s might within the clan was far too high, and when he spoke, not a single one would dare to not listen.
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The next morning, Jian Chen told some servants of the Lanming clan before heading out of the clan compound and walking out onto the streets to roam around the city.
Thacia City was a Second Class City, so the amount of people walking in and out was quite high. The city streets were filled with richly dressed people as well as many different burly looking mercenaries. The scars on the streets were remnants from when the carriages rolled over it, showing what state the city was in.
“Out of the way, everyone get out of the way!” Suddenly, a group of twenty mercenaries on mounts flew out from behind and continued to run like the wind much to the amazement of everyone watching.
“That has to be the Black Wolf Mercenaries! Seeing how much of a hurry they’re in, something must have happened to them.” A bystander spoke up to the person next to him.
“Don’t you know? Yesterday night, a piece of information could be heard. According to these rumors, a Class 6 Magical beast was spotted 500 kilometers away on Thousand Poison Valley. While it’s heavily injured, it’s fighting strength is still stronger than that of a Class 5 magical Beast. With the Black Wolf Mercenaries running like this, I’m sure it’s because they tried to kill it. Whoever could kill a Class 6 Magical beast would definitely earn a plentiful profit.” The other person spoke.
“You jest! Saying there’s a Class 6 Magical Beast that’s heavily injured, just where do you get off?” The first person cried out in doubt.
The mercenary had a helpless look on his face, “Despite it being an injured magical beast, it’s still quite hard to deal with. With my trifling Saint Master strength, it’d be impossible for me to even run away. I’ll sit this situation out, otherwise, I won’t live for long.”
From not too far away, Jian Chen’s ears began to prick up at the sound of the topic of the two men. Walking toward them, he spoke, “Fellow brothers, is what you say about this Class 6 Magical Beast true?”
“Of course it’s true. I came from that place last night, a large group of people have already gathered there. Practically everyone is a Great Saint Master with just a few Earth Saint Master. Do you think this is false?” The second mercenary spoke with a face that made it seem unlikely to be untruthful.
At that moment, another hurried cry could be heard from ahead as a group of thirty began to rush to the outsides of the city gates while on horseback.