Chapter 860

Knowing that Chen Ang wanted him to back down, Wan Shitong went along with the situation and reached out to scratch his head.

"You guys were so aggressive just now, I thought something had happened. You have so many people, and here there's only me and my boss, how could I not be nervous?"

Hearing his words, the people from the Fox Tribe said with a smile: "We weren't being aggressive because we wanted to do anything; we were just a bit excited to suddenly see you. We came to look for you several times a while ago, but every time we came up empty-handed. Later, everyone rumored that you had moved away, and we believed it too. We didn't expect to run into you here today, so you tell me, how could we not be excited?"

Learning that they had surrounded them because of this, Wan Shitong finally breathed a sigh of relief.

At this moment, Chen Ang frowned and asked: "Who spread the rumor that we had moved away?"

As soon as he asked this, the smiles on the faces of the Fox Tribe people froze for a moment.

Sensing the change in their expressions, Chen Ang's brows furrowed even tighter.

"Was it spread by the Demon Tribe?"

"Uh... yes. The Demon Tribe sent the War God specifically to drive you away. The scheme failed, so they took this opportunity to spread the rumor. They spoke so convincingly that many people probably believed it..."

Pursing his lips, a cold sneer curled up at the corner of Chen Ang's mouth.

"As expected of a low-class clan, they can only use these low-class methods. This matter shouldn't have been done by the Dark Night Sect, right?"

"Probably not. Although Dark Night is also despicable, they wouldn't bother with such trivial matters. We all think this news was likely released by the Martial General."

Hearing his words, Chen Ang asked back: "Who is the Martial General? Someone newly sent by the Demon Tribe?"

"No, the Martial General is also from the Demon Tribe, but he wasn't on this level before. He had a very good relationship with the War God. He volunteered to come here after hearing the news of the War God's death. I guess he also looked for you for several days without finding you, which is why he released this news."

Without needing to think much, Chen Ang understood the situation.

"A friend of the War God, so he came to avenge him. Do you know how strong he is?"

Hearing Chen Ang's question, the people in front of him scratched their heads.

"Chen Ang, we don't know much about him. After all, he wasn't on this level before, and we haven't had the chance to interact with him. However, our Boss Huang should know. Why don't you ask him another day?"

Thinking for a moment, Chen Ang nodded: "I didn't go to say goodbye to Huang Yu when I left. Now that I'm back, it's time to meet. You guys help me pass on a message first; tell him that after I finish the business at hand, I will go find him in the next two days."

"Alright, no problem. We guarantee we will help you pass on the message. You go ahead and get busy, we won't disturb you anymore."

Full of thoughts, Chen Ang came to Li Lao and relayed what An Xinyi had said.

Upon learning that they had brought the Flame Stone back intact, Li Lao breathed a heavy sigh of relief.

"Chen Ang, this time it's all thanks to you that the Flame Stone could be brought back intact. It is truly fortunate."

Hearing his words, Chen Ang waved his hand.

"It is everyone's credit that the Flame Stone could be brought back, not just one person's. Li Lao, I still have some matters to attend to, so I won't stay here any longer."

Seeing him looking so preoccupied, Li Lao asked somewhat nervously: "Chen Ang, has something happened again?"

"No, it's my own business," Chen Ang replied vaguely.

Seeing him like this, Li Lao wanted to ask more, but after the words reached his lips, he swallowed them back.

Chen Ang didn't want to say, and it would seem a bit impolite for him to press. Since that was the case, he had better keep his mouth shut.

After weighing it repeatedly, Li Lao didn't speak, just nodded at them.

Pulling Wan Shitong up, after saying goodbye, the two left together.

As soon as they stepped out the door, Chen Ang pulled Wan Shitong and headed straight for Huang Yu's place.

Looking at the familiar road, Wan Shitong asked: "Boss, are you going to ask about the Martial General?"

"Yes, our Human Tribe hasn't even established a firm foothold yet, and he released such news to confuse the public. It's clearly malicious, and we cannot just let it be."

"Right, he released such news privately not long after we arrived. If other tribes hear it, they will definitely have ulterior motives. Because of him, we've been caused trouble. It's not worth it. Boss, this person really must be eliminated."

The two had the same idea, so their pace naturally quickened.

When they arrived at Huang Yu's door, Chen Ang didn't wait as usual, but released his own aura, letting it drift gently into the courtyard.

After only a moment, the door opened wide, showing a clear intention to welcome guests.

Curling his lips, the two entered together.

Inside the mansion, Huang Yu was still lying lazily on the bed. Seeing Chen Ang arrive, he pointed to the chair beside him.

"You're back?"

Hearing his words, Chen Ang nodded: "I came back last night, and only just found the time today. It's this late, and you're still not up?"

"Too lazy to get up, there's nothing to do anyway."

As he spoke, Huang Yu changed his posture, pillowing his hands behind his head, and lay on the bed in a spread-eagled position.

Seeing him like this, Chen Ang felt a mix of amusement and frustration, and stepped forward.

"Huang Yu, do you know about the Martial General?"

"I know. A friend of the War God, with strength similar to his. After arriving at this level, he started targeting you and released quite a few messy rumors. Now, most people probably believe them, including our Fox Tribe."

Hearing him say this so nonchalantly, Wan Shitong couldn't help but frown tightly.

"Boss Huang, since you knew, why didn't you help us explain?"

Hearing his words, Huang Yu glanced at him sideways.

"I help you explain? Explain what? Did you tell me when you left? I didn't even know where you went, how could I help you explain? If I had spoken up, he would have had no proof, and I would have had no proof. Wouldn't that just be spreading rumors too?"

As soon as Huang Yu said this, Wan Shitong was rendered speechless. He wanted to argue a few more points, but thinking about it carefully, the situation was indeed like that, making him not know how to speak even if he wanted to.

After thinking for a while, Wan Shitong closed his mouth and turned his gaze to Chen Ang's face, waiting for him to speak.

Pinching the bridge of his nose, Chen Ang said somewhat helplessly: "Huang Yu, I didn't intentionally hide my itinerary. It was just that the incident happened suddenly, and I had to arrive in time. To ensure no complications arose, I left in a hurry."

"Where did you go?"

"The level below the Prison of Sin. We have members of the Human Tribe stationed there who were surrounded by the Demon Tribe, so I had to rush to rescue them as soon as possible. Because the Demon Tribe sent people above the Demon King level this time, I was afraid something would happen if I went late."

Learning that he went to rescue his own tribesmen, Huang Yu sprang up.

"Chen Ang, what's going on? How were you surrounded by the Demon Tribe? Do you have a grudge against each other?"

Hearing him ask this question, Chen Ang couldn't help but sigh.

"Fine, as long as you have a method, I will cooperate with you. At that time, you tell me what to do, and I will do it. Let's strive to get the Flame Stone back as soon as possible."

Learning of this, Huang Yu's brows also furrowed tightly. After pondering for a long time, he also let out a heavy sigh.

"It seems the living conditions for the Human Tribe are very difficult. With both the Demon and Monster tribes staring at you like this, it is indeed a difficult path to tread."

"Yes, so the reason I left suddenly this time was because time waits for no one. We had to hurry. Huang Yu, we didn't intend to leave without saying goodbye; it was just because the situation was too urgent and there was no time to greet anyone, which is why it happened like this."

Hearing him explain again, Huang Yu waved his hand.

"Alright, alright, I know everything now, no need to say any more."

Seeing the expression on his face improve, Chen Ang finally closed his mouth.

At this time, Wan Shitong asked eagerly: "Boss Huang, does everyone really believe the news released by the Martial General? Is there still any room for reversal?"

"Many people believe it, including me. But believing is one thing, and there is suspicion in my heart. After all, the Human Tribe didn't withdraw completely; there are still some people here. So everyone just thought you left because of the War God's affair. As for room for reversal, your return now is the best proof."

Looking up at Chen Ang, Huang Yu said: "Chen Ang, let me accompany you for a walk outside."

Understanding what he meant, Chen Ang refused.

"Forget it. You don't have any grudge with the Martial General. If you accompany me out, they will inevitably turn their eyes toward you. Your Fox Tribe has already helped me once before; this time I cannot implicate you again. Wan Shitong, let's go."

Seeing Chen Ang about to leave, Huang Yu grabbed him.

"Chen Ang, our Fox Tribe was originally an affiliate of the Human Tribe thousands of years ago. Even today, I still think so."

Listening to his firm tone, Chen Ang sighed.

"Huang Yu, I understand your intentions, but times have changed. The Fox Tribe is an independent entity; we shouldn't get involved with past affairs, otherwise, it will provoke public anger."

Knowing what Chen Ang was worried about, Huang Yu smiled: "Chen Ang, our Fox Tribe has always stuck to our original intentions. Otherwise, I wouldn't have been unable to help myself from approaching you the moment you appeared, and my subordinates wouldn't have done so either. We don't care, what are you still caring about? Let's go, I'll accompany you for a walk."

After speaking, Huang Yu didn't allow Chen Ang to refuse at all, put on his outer robe, and walked in front first.

Looking at his head-held-high, striding back, Chen Ang's expression was a bit complex, but in the end, he followed.

As soon as Chen Ang's figure appeared on the street, everyone around turned to look.

Feeling the gazes of the crowd, Chen Ang straightened his back.

His appearance was to break the rumors. Now that everyone's eyes were on him, he naturally had to hold his head high and chest out.

Sure enough, seeing the two tribes walking together, the people around began to whisper.

Listening to the quiet discussion, Wan Shitong became a bit anxious.

"Boss, what are they saying? Can you use your internal Qi to listen?"