Chapter 33

Jiang Chen's words made Yan Meng widen his eyes. He looked at the young man in front of him with great excitement. On the young man's face, he saw only confidence. Recalling Jiang Chen's formidable strength just now, it was clear that he was no ordinary person. Moreover, Jiang Chen did not seem like someone who liked to boast; perhaps he really had a way.

"Wang Ting, Brother Jiang Chen is an extraordinary person. Extraordinary people cannot be judged by ordinary standards. Those so-called masters who have gained their reputations through empty fame are not up to the task. I think Brother Jiang Chen has a good chance of succeeding."

Wang Ting spoke up. After the life-and-death battle, Yan Meng had come to regard them as his own people. The Yang Fruit had already been exposed, so there was no need to hide it anymore. Besides, the young lady's illness was not a secret in Chicheng.

"Good, this is really good. If Brother Jiang Chen can truly cure my young lady, the Yan family will never forget this kindness. The family head will certainly give Brother Jiang Chen a generous reward."

Yan Meng seemed to see a glimmer of hope. He was very clear about the young lady's condition. The Yang Fruit was only used to suppress the coldness in her body, but it did not have a fundamental effect. At best, it only extended her life a bit.

The young lady's illness was a strange one, and all the masters in Chicheng were at a loss. No one had ever dared to claim they could cure her. Therefore, Yan Meng was somewhat skeptical about Jiang Chen's words, not daring to place too much hope. Over the years, the young lady's condition had taught them a lesson: the greater the hope, the greater the disappointment.

However, treating a dead horse as if it were alive was better than waiting to die. Besides, the young man in front of him was indeed extraordinary, and he might have exceptional skills.

"Sure, sure."

Jiang Chen waved his paper fan, looking relaxed and casual. He naturally wanted the Yan family's generous reward. Saving Yan Meng and protecting the Yang Fruit alone was not enough to make Jiang Chen demand too much. If he could cure the young lady, not only would he do a good deed, but he would also help the Jiang family form a close relationship with the Yan Yulou. Moreover, at that time, whatever he wanted, the Yan Yulou would find for him.

The Yan Yulou was the largest commercial guild in Chicheng, operating various businesses, including alchemy shops. It was the only property of the Yan family. Therefore, in Chicheng, mentioning the Yan Yulou was equivalent to mentioning the Yan family. The Yan Yulou was the spokesperson for the Yan family.

Chicheng was vast, far surpassing Tianxiang City and Tianhui City. Standing on a mountain peak several miles away, one could see that Chicheng covered a hundred square miles. The exquisite buildings exuded a classical charm, and the entire city was filled with grandeur. Even at night, the city was brightly lit, and the noise within could be heard from outside.

"Brother Jiang Chen, look at that tallest building. That's the Yan Yulou."

Yan Meng pointed to a tall building in the city. Jiang Chen looked over and saw that the building was about ten zhang high, with lights flickering on each floor. On the roof was a spacious pavilion, with a faint light shimmering, looking quite magnificent.

"This Chicheng is indeed the strongest among the twenty-eight cities. Just from its grandeur, it far surpasses other cities."

Jiang Chen nodded, speaking from the heart. However, he did not pay much attention to the scale of Chicheng. Compared to the vast cities on the Divine Continent that covered thousands of miles, Chicheng was just a small corner, pitifully small.

The ancient cities on the Divine Continent had restrictions set by supreme experts, gathering the essence of heaven and earth, making them treasure places for cultivators. How could Chicheng compare?

However, Jiang Chen's desire to return to the Divine Continent was not something that could be achieved overnight. With his current cultivation, it would take several hundred years to reach the Divine Continent.

"Let's go into the city."

Yan Meng, who had just overcome his difficulties, was in a very good mood. The group discarded the carriage and increased their speed, heading towards Chicheng.

Yan Yulou!

Looking at the Yan Yulou from a distance and up close was different. Standing in front of the grand entrance of the Yan Yulou, the opulence of the golden and splendid gate was overwhelming.

Wang Ting and the others looked around, even though they had been there before, they were still impressed by the grandeur of the Yan Yulou.

"Yan Xing, take Wang Ting and the others to tour the Yan Yulou and treat them well. Do not neglect them."

Yan Meng said to an old man beside him.

"Rest assured."

Yan Xing nodded. As a member of the Yan family, he initially did not take Wang Ting and the rough mercenaries seriously. But now, things were different. They had experienced life and death together, fighting side by side and visiting the gates of hell. They had become friends, and even without Yan Meng's instructions, Yan Xing would treat Wang Ting and the others well.

"Brother Jiang Chen, let's go directly to the Yan family to meet the family head."

Yan Meng looked at Jiang Chen.

"Sure."

Jiang Chen nodded, which suited his intentions. After all, he did not want to waste time.

"Let's go."

Yan Meng said, heading towards the Yan Yulou.

Jiang Chen was taken aback: "Aren't we going directly to the Yan family?"

"Brother Jiang Chen, you don't know. The Yan Yulou is adjacent to the Yan family. The back is the Yan family courtyard. To put it simply, the Yan Yulou is the front gate of the Yan family. Only the most honored guests can enter the Yan family directly through the front gate. Ordinary people have to go around to the back door."

Yan Meng explained with a smile.

"I see, I see."

Jiang Chen understood, realizing he was considered an honored guest.

Entering the Yan Yulou, the place was brightly lit. Even at night, the Yan Yulou was still doing business. The first floor was a trading area with various shops. Not all the shops belonged to the Yan family; many were rented out, with the Yan family collecting rent.

Yan Meng had intended to introduce Jiang Chen to the Yan Yulou, but seeing that Jiang Chen lost interest after a quick glance, he did not continue. From Jiang Chen's demeanor, Yan Meng felt that the young man seemed to look down on the Yan Yulou, genuinely so, not just pretending.

That was the look of someone who had seen the world, impossible to fake. This made Yan Meng very curious. How could a young man from Tianxiang City have seen such grandeur?

The corridor leading to the back door was about a mile long. Yan Meng led Jiang Chen and the others through the corridor and directly to the Yan family courtyard.

The Yan family courtyard had a unique charm, elegant and beautiful, with artificial hills, ponds, birdsong, and the fragrance of flowers. The design clearly showed that the owner was someone who enjoyed life.

"Old Yan, you're back?"

At the gate, two guards smiled at Yan Meng, indicating that he held a certain status in the Yan family. After all, Yan Meng was a late-stage Qi Sea Realm expert with a chance to advance to the Human Pill Realm.

"Uh-huh."

Yan Meng nodded casually and led Jiang Chen into the Yan family compound.

The Yan family's meeting hall was spacious and magnificent.

"Brother Jiang Chen, please have some tea while I go call the family head."

Yan Meng smiled.

"Sure."

Jiang Chen sat upright, fanning himself, with no intention of drinking tea.

After a while, Yan Meng returned, accompanied by six others. Jiang Chen's divine sense scanned them and found that all six were Human Pill Realm experts. The strength of the Yan family was indeed formidable, no wonder they dominated Chicheng.

The leader, who looked to be in his forties, wore a white robe, had a chiseled face, and sharp eyes, exuding a natural aura of authority. This was Yan Zhenyun, the head of the Yan family. The other Human Pill Realm experts were high-ranking members of the Yan family. The presence of all the Human Pill Realm high-ranking members showed the importance they placed on the young lady.

When Yan Zhenyun and the others appeared, their first glance fell on Jiang Chen. Upon seeing that Jiang Chen was just a young man with a clear face, they could not help but frown.

"Little Brother Jiang Chen, thank you for saving Yan Meng and the others and protecting the Yang Fruit. The Yan family will certainly give a generous reward. However, can Little Brother Jiang Chen really cure my daughter's illness?"

Yan Zhenyun spoke straightforwardly, treating Jiang Chen with great respect. Regardless of whether he could cure his daughter, he was grateful for Jiang Chen's rescue of Yan Meng and the others and the elimination of the Li family.

Moreover, such a young person with such strength was not to be underestimated.

"Of course."

Jiang Chen said calmly.

"It's good for a young man to be ambitious. You saved Yan Meng and the others, making you a friend of the Yan family. However, Little Brother, don't boast. Many masters have been at a loss with Yu'er's illness."

An old man spoke, clearly not believing that Jiang Chen could cure the young lady.

"If you don't believe me, I'll take my leave. No need for thanks."

Jiang Chen stood up and walked towards the door, ready to leave.

His sudden departure left everyone stunned.

"Little Brother, please wait."

Yan Zhenyun quickly stopped him, while the others frowned. If it were a normal young man, they would have slapped him for being so disrespectful. However, Jiang Chen had helped the Yan family, and this young man seemed extraordinary.

"Little Brother, what method will you use to treat my daughter?"

Yan Zhenyun asked.

"I need to see the young lady's condition with my own eyes. If you don't even bring her out, it shows you don't trust me. I'll take my leave."

Jiang Chen pretended to be angry and continued towards the door.

"Brother Jiang Chen, don't be angry."

Yan Meng quickly stopped Jiang Chen.

"Brother Jiang Chen, don't be angry. Yan Meng, go bring Yu'er here."

Yan Zhenyun quickly smiled, lowering himself to a young man in the Qi Sea Realm for the first time. However, this young man was hard to read, and he might have the skills. It was worth a try, treating a dead horse as if it were alive.

After a while, Yan Meng returned, followed by a young girl. Jiang Chen's eyes lit up when he saw her, even with his composure.

Beautiful, too beautiful!

The girl wore a white long dress, with a purple sash around her waist, her figure perfectly proportioned. Her long black hair flowed like a waterfall, and her delicate face, with bright eyes and white teeth, and naturally red lips, was flawless. Her true beauty was not just in her unmatched appearance; her eyes were pure like water, clean and bright, and she seemed like a sheet of white paper, untainted by the world.