Chapter 598: Heart (1/2)

Lu Yun cracked a wry grin. In the month since Lu Feng had arrived in Dusk Province, this older brother of his had figured out pretty much everything there was about him. The people he’d robbed or carried off during this time were actually either under the influence of soul planting, or undercover agents of other factions.

The Sal Tree of Life and Death had gained many wondrous abilities during its evolution. He could now use it not only to sense goodwill from others, but also whether they meant him good or ill altogether.

As soon as he saw Lu Feng, Lu Yun felt benevolence radiating from his ready-made brother. Therefore, he didn’t really want to strain their relationship for no reason.

“Alright, I think I’ve said enough. It’s time for me to head back.” Lu Feng stretched with languid narcissism. “You’ve got me to back you up now. Do whatever you’d like, don’t mind the scary monsters under the bed.

“However,” he paused seriously, “I came to protect your life and well-being, not to be one of your goons. I won’t intervene unless the situation is critical.”

Fwoosh!

Lu Feng unfolded his gilded fan, then waved it a few times with a stylish flair to cool himself.

Lu Yun shrugged. He wasn’t counting on his newfound brother to do much for him anyway. Sleeper agents and snares from the world’s other factions were of no concern to him, even without Lu Feng here. The truly surprising thing was that Lu Feng had come here at Zhao Fengyang’s behest!

“How is Senior Zhao Fengyang doing? Has he successfully reached the ingress realm yet?” Lu Yun asked hesitantly.

“Zhao Fengyang?” Lu Feng frowned slightly. “His business is out of your hands right now. You might be able to help after you reach origin dao realm, but not before. Enough.” He waved off his little brother’s further questions. “We’ll talk more after we return.” He turned and disappeared on the spot.

Lu Yun furrowed his brows; he smelled something off about all of this. Zhao Fengyang and the others were absolutely not trying to break through to the ingress realm. Otherwise, the previous celestial emperor of Witherdew would have stepped forward during his major’s catastrophe.

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As the auction neared, Dusk Province further bustled with activity. Its capital’s luxury surpassed even that of the Nephrite capital, Xiankan.

Many factions sought Lu Yun out in private to gain formations of heaven and earth for their juniors. Lu Yun turned none of them away and accepted their gifts without giving a clear answer in response. The immortals involved were both anxious and hopeful after their audiences.

After all, the thousand formations planned for the auction had all been settled beforehand. The few that had been recently freed up had belonged to the Witherdew factions that’d been so freshly destroyed.

After some time and convincing from her master, Yuchi Hanxing ended up becoming Lu Feng’s follower and publicly conducted the master-disciple ceremony. His appetite for further mischief unsated, Lu Feng could only scowl inwardly and put away the lecherous act in front of his new disciple.

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“Lin Yu and Lin Xuan were among Lu Feng’s victims. Is there something wrong with them?” When Lu Yun visited the Lin brothers’ residence, he was somewhat upset by the severity of their injuries. But no matter how hard he looked, his Spectral Eye came up with no problems. Moreover, the formation geniuses didn’t wake up no matter what he tried.

“Lu Feng seems like a troublemaker, but he’s actually very sharp and stays within the bounds of propriety. He must have his reasons for doing this.” It was probably better for Lu Yun to leave the brothers alone for the time being.

It was at this time that Zhao Zhicheng brought back Ling Jing’s head. [1]

As a Ling Clan powerhouse, Ling Jing had an incredible amount of lifesaving tricks. After he fled the underworld, he’d scurried about the world of immortals for two months before finally running out of luck.

Zhao Zhicheng was far stronger than the last time Lu Yun had seen him; the formation of heaven and earth had completely merged with him. Every gesture he made was followed by an endless amount of heavenly power, which he could control at will.

“This is yours. From this day forth, you are the city lord of Dusk capital.” Lu Yun lazily tossed a seal to Zhao Zhicheng.

Stunned and preoccupied with staring blankly at Lu Yun, the seal almost hit the peerless immortal on the head. City lord of Dusk capital?

What did that mean?

Anyone could see that Dusk Province was well on its way to becoming a sacred land once more, and its capital was its beating heart.

The city lord of the capital would indubitably possess great power and receive boundless benefits. The holder of the title would have absolute authority in the province. How could Lu Yun so casually confer such a grand position to him?

Zhao Zhicheng couldn’t believe it.

“Please reconsider, milord!” He stepped out of the way with his hands at his side.

“I’d like to, but I don’t have many people I can make use of right now.” Lu Yun tilted his head. “I lack the time and energy to administrate the province. Aside from you, I have no other trustworthy options. So, take it.”

He sent the floating seal into Zhao Zhicheng’s palm with the wave of a hand.

The Dusk Province seal granted control over the natural energies of the entire province. Moreover, it could open a portal to summon the million soldiers of the Dusk Phalanx.