Chapter 228: Chapter 228: Tense Atmosphere, the Bright Moon Shines on the Great River

Cyan Yuan Pavilion.

Xiaoyu’Er was massaging Yang Chan. It was a massage technique he had taught her before. He soaked in the Dragon Bone Medicine Bath, enjoying the feeling of the massage on his back.

Xiaoyu’Er was very well-developed, and her strength had gradually increased, so the force of her massage was naturally much greater as well.

Yang Chan could clearly sense that after Yan Jinfeng and the other Advanced Pharmacists met and chatted, their expressions were not good. Furthermore, Yan Jinfeng and the others all left rather early tonight.

Xu Gaocen had almost been unable to keep up even after speeding up his pace, and in the end, he could only grit his teeth and come back.

This feeling of leaving things half-finished made his expression quite unpleasant.

Yang Chan, on the other hand, was fine. He had been paying close attention and had overheard more secret information.

His gaze was fixed on the beautiful women dancing on the high platform upstairs, but his ears were focused on Yan Jinfeng and the others.

According to what Yan Jinfeng and the others were saying, White Jade City was likely about to fall into chaos.

This was because someone from the palace had spread the news that the Emperor wanted the Top Level Pharmacists of the Pharmacist Alliance to begin Refining the Earth Element Supreme Pill—an Elixir used for breaking through to the Martial Saint realm.

Although they couldn’t understand why the Emperor was doing this, Yan Jinfeng and the others all knew that the already tense atmosphere in White Jade City would become even more strained because of this matter. Or rather, things had already become extremely tense in secret.

If even they knew this information, then the great Noble Families in White Jade City and those with ulterior motives within the Imperial Family must have known about it much earlier.

Perhaps at any moment, it would all erupt.

This exchange of intelligence allowed Yang Chan to learn more of White Jade City’s secrets. Of course, in the eyes of others, Yang Chan was simply busy, as his hands never left the beauty in his arms, and his eyes never left the beauties on the high platform. He looked like a man eating from his bowl while eyeing what was still in the pot.

He perfectly fit the image of most Pharmacists who came here, blending in seamlessly and attracting no attention.

’Three days of the Pharmacist Exchange Conference have already passed. I hope the remaining days go smoothly. It would be best if those people delayed their actions a little, so we can avoid this whole affair.’

’Also, I hope the unstable Earth Fire today was just an accident, and not someone’s sabotage.’

Yang Chan thought silently to himself, not even paying attention to what Xiaoyu’Er was busy with.

Compared to pleasure, Yang Chan was far more concerned with his safety.

As long as he was alive, he could continue to enjoy himself—for hundreds, thousands, or even tens of thousands of years. He didn’t care about the fleeting moment; he cared about the long run.

’Crown Prince Yang Qian, Emperor Yang Yu, the Imperial Family, the Noble Families, the Six Gates... this is all such a hassle.’

Yang Chan’s eyes narrowed slightly. It would be best if he could avoid this trouble, but he also had to prepare for the possibility that he couldn’t.

If the worst came to pass, how could he escape the danger? The best way would be logical, leaving no future troubles, or at least only minor ones.

These were all things Yang Chan needed to consider right now.

While Yang Chan was contemplating these matters, Xiaoyu’Er grew restless, fidgeting and moving about. But with his mind occupied, Yang Chan naturally didn’t let her have her way.

He was like a mountain unmoved by the strongest gales, a great river reflecting the serene moon.

No matter how Xiaoyu’Er tried to entice him, Yang Chan remained as steadfast as a mountain.

’My Wind-Stepping Technique is at Tier Four Masterful, so my speed far surpasses that of a typical Inner Master. But it’s still not enough if a Bone Marrow Cleansing Grandmaster were to attack. If a master of that Level really does make a move, I should first keep a low profile, quietly follow the crowd, and look for a chance to slip away.’

’A Martial Saint powerhouse probably won’t get involved. If an expert of that Level made a move, there wouldn’t be so much trouble in White Jade City to begin with.’

’So if there’s danger in White Jade City, I’ll stick with the crowd, be careful, and try not to draw attention. Of course, when the time comes, I should be avoiding the trouble along with the rest of the Cyan Yuan Sect.’

’If it’s still dangerous, I’ll follow the White Jade City map I got from the Cyan Yuan Pavilion and escape over the northern city wall. The forces there are weaker. But that’s a choice I’ll only make in the worst-case scenario.’

Yang Chan silently made his plans.

Under normal circumstances, no one would risk offending the Major Sects of the various states by attacking their Pharmacists. That would be tantamount to starting a fight to the death, and they would surely retaliate.

But that was only under normal circumstances. If the situation in White Jade City spirals out of control, it’s not impossible that someone would target the various Sects to make the conflict even more chaotic.

After all, some people have an "after I’m dead, let the world burn" mentality, and others are just complete madmen. Yang Chan naturally had to factor this possibility into his considerations as well.

Since his life was at stake, there was nothing wrong with thinking things through a little more.

At the same time, Yang Chan had to consider how to use the Poison, Hidden Weapons, and other things he had prepared. By using them when the time came, he wouldn’t have to act personally.

When faced with danger, Yang Chan still preferred to use other methods to hide his Cultivation. After all, it was a major life-saving trump card, and it was better not to expose it unless it was a critical moment. An overly young Inner Master would naturally attract covetous eyes.

The emergence of a young Grandmaster meant either astonishing talent or an inheritance from a powerful predecessor, perhaps even including leftover Cultivation Resources. The potential benefits involved would naturally make more people covetous, which was a source of trouble. Therefore, it was better to stay hidden.

In a few more years, this wouldn’t be necessary.

Of course, if he were already an expert at the Martial Saint Level, he naturally wouldn’t need to worry about such things. After all, with the power of a National Guardian Martial Saint, there was basically no one who could afford to provoke him. It wouldn’t even be impossible for him to establish a new Imperial Dynasty.

For now, Yang Chan’s Cultivation was insufficient, so he still planned to keep a low profile. It was best to hide part of his Cultivation; revealing only his External Refining Cultivation would be enough.

Yang Chan spent a considerable amount of time lost in thought. The Medicinal Power in the tub was unknowingly absorbed by him. Beside him, Xiaoyu’Er had been busy the whole time. Under his unconscious hand, her face had long since turned bright red, and her eyes were filled with a watery mist. Seeing this, Yang Chan moved his arm slightly and had Xiaoyu’Er turn around.

Xiaoyu’Er had worked so hard; he naturally had to let her wish be granted. Otherwise, it would be a disservice to all her effort.

After changing positions, Xiaoyu’Er’s eyes grew even more hazy. Her hands couldn’t help but wrap around Yang Chan’s neck as her whole body fell onto his.

At this moment, Xiaoyu’Er had no other thoughts. She only wanted to feel herself drenched in sweat, to have a hearty, satisfying battle.

Faced with this, Yang Chan naturally satisfied her.

As for the Potential Points that had refreshed on his panel, he was in no hurry to allocate them. He would wait until he woke up the next morning to add the points and increase his strength.

This had already become a habit for Yang Chan these past few days. It wasn’t a good habit, but he could gradually change it back. As for Xiaoyu’Er, she also needed to be taught a lesson, to be shown what’s what.