Chapter 1722: Black Tiger's Breakthrough

Diewumeng and Bai Xinlan reached cooperation; their relationship eased considerably, for they were comrades who had borne arms together, and naturally became familiar quickly. Continuing to fight would only give other women an opportunity, which is undesirable.

The deed is done; both know that if they do not join forces now, other women will take advantage. They are old acquaintances, having known each other for many years, and they clearly understand what to let go and when to cooperate.

The two instantly became like sisters; even if only in name, it didn't matter—at least their purpose was the same.

"Diewumeng, from now on I will join forces with you and share all news of Longshe Shan with you." Bai Xinlan released goodwill in advance; since we are cooperating, we must show sincerity, not obstruct her as before.

Bai Xinlan clearly understood that she could not stop them; the only way was to win them over to her side—that is the proper course. Continuing internal strife would please other women, but while Xinran Zhanglao and Tianlian Zhenren thought it simple, the two women were not so simple either. Not knowing their background, Bai Xinlan dared not underestimate any woman.

Moreover, the two women held a high place in Chen Chuyang's heart; she wanted to become theirs, but needed time. First she must steady Bai Xinlan, see if she could win over those two women, then she could control Longshe Shan and become her husband's most important woman.

As for Diewumeng, by then she could not be matched; Bai Xinlan needed time to grow stronger, and if her strength surpassed Diewumeng's, Diewumeng would pose no threat whatsoever.

Diewumeng also had her own thoughts; she would not stay in Longshe Shan, where many news items could not be known immediately, and even if known, they would not be the most accurate. She needed to know all news about Chen Chuyang and also wanted to uncover their hidden secrets.

Bai Xinlan is someone who can be used; first discuss cooperation, steady her, have her help gather various information, then she could win over Xinran Zhanglao and Tianlian Zhenren to form an alliance and together resist Bai Xinlan.

As they spoke, they addressed each other as sisters, lacking only the kneeling ceremony to become sworn sisters.

Outside, Chen Chuyang was in a good mood; Qinglong Daoren approached and asked softly, "All settled?"

"Settled; these two women are our own, but you still need to keep an eye on them—don't let them learn what they shouldn't." Chen Chuyang reminded him; some matters are better left unsaid for now, and when the time comes he will naturally tell both of them.

Although Bai Xinlan and Diewumeng had just become his women and were quite good, Chen Chuyang still could not trust them fully, for they were demon beasts from Cangzhou, not natives of his world; had they been from his world, even as demon beasts, they could be trusted.

Caution is paramount; one must not blindly trust them just because they have become his women.

"I naturally know this; rest assured, I won't blab—whatever should be done will be done. However, Bai Xinlan will reside on Longshe Shan, so many matters must be handled carefully, lest she guess them; you know this Bai Xinlan looks simple but actually has many schemes. If she discovers them, I cannot be blamed." Qinglong Daoren still needed to explain: Bai Xinlan is the True Person's consort, and he cannot deal with her by ordinary means.

Longshe Shan is not large; many things are hard to conceal. In the short term there is no problem, but over time she will naturally learn what she ought to know.

"When she finds out, we'll deal with it then; I will soon win her over." Chen Chuyang was confident; Bai Xinlan was easy to conquer, and this woman was still easy to win over.

Diewumeng is a bit harder, but not impossible.

This time, Diewumeng and Bai Xinlan gained considerable benefits; they will surely relish them, and after a few more rounds we can completely subdue both of them.

"Alright, speed up." Qinglong Daoren urged.

Chen Chuyang rarely gets to come to Tianwai; a single visit is too brief, he needs to come several more times, quickly subdue both women, and then he can rest easy.

Bai Xinlan and Diewumeng are both important; after subduing them completely, many matters in the Mangshan Mountain Range become simple—he can have them send people to gather what he needs, without needing to act himself, for one person cannot gather too many spiritual herbs.

He needs the demon beasts of Mangshan Demon Palace for some spiritual herbs and treasures, requiring fated persons; inside the Mangshan Mountain Range there is little else but many demon beasts. Though weak, they are extremely obedient—give them resources and they will certainly act; loyalty or not is another matter, as long as they get the job done.

As long as they can complete the task, pills and such are irrelevant.

"Ladies, what's wrong with you?" Chen Chuyang approached Xinran Zhanglao and Tianlian Zhenren, reached out, embraced the two women, and naturally saw their unhappiness.

Xinran Zhanglao snapped, "You tell me."

"Aren't those two women quite different? Why are you so impatient?"

Tianlian Zhenren dare not say such things; she cannot be as righteous and bold as Xinran Zhanglao, yet still question Chen Chuyang.

"Madam, you misunderstand; isn't this for your own good? For our Longshe Shan, I have sacrificed my appearance." Chen Chuyang kneaded Xinran Zhanglao's waist, liking her waist and the area above it.

After idly playing for a while, Chen Chuyang lowered his head and said, "Madam, my husband..."

Xinran Zhanglao's face flushed; she nodded to Tianlian Zhenren, and the two pulled Chen Chuyang back to the room, intending to give this husband a taste of their colors, to let him know they were not inferior and could not be outdone by Diewumeng and her ilk.

Thus, another three days passed.

Diewumeng left Longshe Shan to digest her gains; Bai Xinlan also entered cultivation, needing to quickly digest her gains and then swiftly raise her cultivation and strength. Xinran Zhanglao and Tianlian Zhenren did the same—after indulging, they began cultivating, which is standard procedure.

Thus, Longshe Shan fell into stability; Chen Chuyang bade them farewell, left Longshe Shan, and left Tianwai.

Three months later.

Mangshan Demon Palace.

In the Black Tiger Demon King's cavern, the Black Tiger's body began to change, enveloped in purple and black, its demonic power erupting.

The formation inside the cavern suppressed it, but it would soon explode, and that demonic power continued to erupt.

The Black Tiger's body also swelled, ready at any moment to reveal its true form; he forcibly suppressed himself, preventing his transformation into the true body.

"Hum."

In an instant, the demonic power erupted uncontrollably; within his body he broke through that layer of restraint.

His demonic power began to explode; the cavern's formation shattered in an instant, and a surge of demonic power shot straight up into the sky.

That black-and-purple intertwined light pierced the heavens; the Black Tiger roared at the sky: "Roar."

His massive body coiled atop the mountain peak, resembling the peak itself, surrounded by black and purple energy, looking tremendously intimidating.