Chapter 2368: Demon Plan

Tang Ming nodded, exchanged glances with Hu Mei’er and Jin Baorong, then chose to bid farewell to Feng Shendao.

Watching Tang Ming’s departing figure, Sidenlo sighed deeply, “Family Head, Tang Ming, the City Lord, still doesn’t see us as his own people.”

“It’s quite normal. After all, we won’t pledge allegiance to West Continent City, while the Jin Family and Twin Clan have already done so. Feng Rui.”

Feng Shendao’s gaze fell upon Feng Rui, who stood nearby.

Feng Rui quickly took a few steps forward; “Family Head, what instructions do you have?”

“Prepare a batch of ores, along with treasure ore, to trade with West Continent City. Aren’t they rich in Immortal Rice over there? Let’s trade for Immortal Rice.”

Feng Shendao looked at Feng Rui and then spoke.

Feng Rui was initially stunned, but then nodded, indeed, Tang Ming had previously mentioned this.

However, members of the Feng Family had always said they’d consider it, thinking Tang Ming couldn’t produce that much Spirit Rice. They couldn’t believe the West Desolation had already become fertile farmland.

But this time, with an incident occurring at Immortal Mountain, the Feng Family had the idea of stockpiling grains and felt it was time to cultivate good relations with West Continent City.

Even if West Continent City doesn’t have Immortal Rice, they still want to befriend Tang Ming. Ores are useful to West Continent City, aiding them is helping Taoyuan World, and, in turn, helping the Feng Family.

“Alright. Family Head, rest assured, I understand that previously, Tang Ming’s wife did indeed supply a batch of high-quality Immortal Rice to the Jin Family. The families Jin Family recently started wooing have actually been using that batch of Immortal Rice.”

Feng Rui looked at Feng Shendao and then spoke.

“Oh? Then start trading with West Continent City using the quantity I mentioned earlier. If they are quite pleased with us, we’ll increase the trade volume.”

Feng Shendao smiled toward Tang Ming and then spoke.

After Tang Ming entered the Jin Family with Hu Mei’er, the Jin Family Head, Jin Baorong, couldn’t help but inquire, “City Lord Tang Ming, was everything you said to the Feng Family Head true?”

“How could I deceive the Jin Family Head about such matters?”

Tang Ming raised his eyebrows slightly and then spoke.

After hearing Tang Ming’s words, Jin Baorong’s expression grew somber; “Has Taoyuan World really reached such a critical point?”

“The situation is more severe than you imagine. Alright, Jin Family Head, let’s proceed according to our previous agreement. Many things aren’t as you perceive them. Some matters may seem dire at first, but perhaps things are not that bad.”

Tang Ming spoke seriously to Jin Baorong.

Jin Baorong’s mouth twitched slightly. Given Tang Ming’s words, he really had no recourse. After all, even if the Demon Abyss Demons attacked, there would be nowhere for him to escape.

Returning to his courtyard, Tang Ming said to several people including Hu Mei’er, “I am going to retreat for a period.”

“Hmm, don’t worry. I’ll watch over things for you. Are you going to a meeting over at West Continent City?”

Hu Mei’er knew Tang Ming very well. At this point, if Tang Ming intended to have a meeting, it would certainly be related to what Wu Peng had mentioned earlier.

Tang Ming sighed deeply, “There has always been a plan; now, it should be executed.”

“Oh, I’m not sure what your plan is, Tang Ming.”

Hu Mei’er was momentarily surprised and then asked.

Tang Ming shook his head, “Not many know of this plan now, so it must remain confidential. Mei’er, don’t ask further. It concerns the life and death of Taoyuan World, and your backing, Fox Spirit Mountain Range.”

“It’s enough that you can be candid with me. I don’t mind.”

Hu Mei’er smiled and nodded in response.

Hearing Hu Mei’er’s words, Tang Ming exhaled a long breath.

Hu Mei’er was indeed quite tolerant towards Tang Ming. This was something Tang Ming understood very well.

Currently, the two have been engaging in Dual Cultivation at night, and their relationship is very close.

However, concerning some foundational matters of West Continent City, Tang Ming had not mentioned them to Hu Mei’er.

Because Hu Mei’er had some bloodline from Demon Abyss Demon. Tang Ming’s actions would be intricately linked to Hu Mei’er.

At West Continent City, Tang Ming summoned Guo Cunhou. Beside Guo Cunhou stood Yingmeisi, holding up the Prophet of the Demon Slayer Clan.

“Yingmeisi, thank you.”

Tang Ming smiled towards Yingmeisi.

As a leader figure for the Demon Slayer Clan, Yingmeisi held significant status in Taoyuan World.

“It’s all for West Continent City. City Lord, you’re so eager to summon the Prophet and us over; I wonder what’s the matter?”

This avatar of Tang Ming had always been handling affairs at West Continent City.

However, what truly required Tang Ming’s intervention was typically processed by Zhou Mo, Guo Cunhou, Yingmeisi, and Fox Bachang before being presented for Tang Ming’s review.

Tang Ming only needed to endorse them. If there was anything Tang Ming disapproved of, he would call upon the pertinent individuals for discussion.

Tang Ming knocked on the table and then briefed the three on what Wu Peng had previously conveyed to him.

Guo Cunhou’s pupils tightened, while Yingmeisi’s gaze shifted to the old Prophet.

Back then, those who attacked Fox Spirit Mountain Range and were demonized by the Skeleton Master had been raised by the Prophet and Yingmeisi all along.

Previously, Tang Ming claimed those individuals were banished to the Lost Sea.

But they were actually concealed within the underground secret realm where the Demon Slayer Clan resided.

Concerning that underground secret realm, now only Guo Cunhou, Tang Ming, Yingmeisi, and the old Prophet knew of it.

“I really hadn’t anticipated things would proceed so quickly.”

The Prophet’s voice echoed from a baby’s mouth. His voice was soft, due to undeveloped vocal cords, sounding quite childish.

“Indeed, I hadn’t regarded this as imminent either, yet here we are. How are the arrangements proceeding on your end?”

Tang Ming offered a wry smile and then inquired.

“Rest assured, I’ll handle this. However, the matters on the side of West Continent City cannot be halted, City Lord; you must work diligently.”

After saying this, the Prophet closed his eyes.

Tang Ming turned to Yingmeisi, “Go ahead with the Prophet; I’ll discuss some matters with Guo the Grand Steward.”

Yingmeisi nodded, recognizing the importance of specialized expertise. As the Grand Steward of West Continent City, Guo Cunhou had many issues to discuss with Tang Ming.

After Yingmeisi departed, Tang Ming pointed to the beverages on the table and said, “Have a drink.”

“Thank you, City Lord. I believe we shouldn’t simply launch the Demon Plan; advancing matters regarding Demon Abyss Mountain should also be prioritized.”

Guo Cunhou took a sip of the drink and then spoke.

Tang Ming’s eyebrows raised, indeed, this was something Guo Cunhou had mentioned before.

Since Demon Abyss Mountain could connect to other planes, other planes could invade Taoyuan World, and Taoyuan World, naturally, could invade other planes.