Chapter 2332

It had only been two days since they recognized Ye Zhangqing as master, but the Wu family's long‑worrisome Wugu Holy Insect matter was directly resolved.

From now on, the Wu family no longer needs to hide and sneak about; they can simply be open and aboveboard.

The Wushen Palace will no longer come looking for trouble for the Wu family.

And this is all because of Ye Zhangqing alone.

What the Wu family had tried every means to solve but could not, was easily settled by Ye Zhangqing.

This is the naked manifestation of power and influence.

Something that could crush a family, in Ye Zhangqing's hands, is merely a light remark.

After leaving the secret chamber, Miao Qianqian, though blunt in speech, still gave the Wu family many heavenly treasures beneficial to that Wugu Holy Insect out of respect for Ye Zhangqing's face.

"These items are specialties of the Western Frontier, rarely seen around Thus English: Thus English: Dengtianxiancheng; I'll give them to you."

"Thank you, Holy Maiden."

Upon this, the Wu family head was naturally filled with awe and respectfully accepted it.

With the matter settled, Ye Zhangqing had no intention of staying longer at the Wu family's place and quickly prepared to leave.

Just before leaving, the Wu family head respectfully handed Ye Zhangqing a space ring.

"Young Master, this is thirty percent of my Wu family's annual earnings; I wish to present it to you."

Having become followers of Ye Zhangqing, the Wu family naturally could not merely enjoy protection without contributing anything.

According to the custom of the Immortal Realm, subordinate families and sects are required to make annual offerings.

Usually it is twenty percent of the annual income, but this is not absolute; specifics depend on the actual situation.

The Wu family head voluntarily offered thirty percent, also demonstrating his loyalty to Ye Zhangqing.

In response, Ye Zhangqing was not polite either, accepted the space ring, and said with a smile.

"You have my thanks."

In handling these affairs, the Wu family head proved quite capable; he is indeed material for a family head.

After respectfully seeing off Ye Zhangqing and his two companions, the Wu family members finally relaxed completely.

After letting out a breath, an elder still somewhat disbelieving asked.

"Family head, is that Wugu Holy Insect truly no longer a concern?"

"Nonsense, the Young Master personally brought the Holy Maiden here; how could it be false?"

The Wu family head also, in a rare good mood, laughed and scolded.

That Wugu Holy Insect will no longer need to be worried about, and the Wushen Palace will not blame them anymore.

Afterward, Ye Zhangqing and his two companions went to the canteen once more, and everything went smoothly.

After chatting with Hongyue for a while, the three hurried back to Thus English: Thus English: Dengtianxiancheng.

Having settled the Wu family's affair, according to Ye Zhangqing's plan, they should next go to the Western Frontier.

They need to obtain the Nine Heavens Treasure Tree as soon as possible, lest delay bring changes.

But I don't know whether Huang Lao has reached an agreement with the Heavenly Family Ancestor over there, and whether he can persuade the other side.

Let's ask about it when we return.

They returned smoothly to Thus English: Thus English: Dengtianxiancheng; this outing indeed did not take much time.

But when Ye Zhangqing and his two companions returned to the Heavenly Family and entered their own small courtyard, Huang Lao and the Heavenly Family Ancestor were actually there.

"Ancestor, why are you here?"

"Not to mention Ye Zhangqing, even Tianlin was startled; what are you doing running here for no reason?"

Upon hearing this, Huang Lao laughed and said.

"I've been waiting especially for you, Zhangqing; I've already settled the matter of the Nine Heavens Treasure Tree with this old fellow, so just do as you said."

"Huh???"

"Wait, what Nine Heavens Treasure Tree."

Upon hearing that, before Ye Zhangqing could speak, Tianlin beside him already cried out in suspicion.

He naturally knows of the Nine Heavens Treasure Tree, a legendary treasure, but there has been no news of it in recent years.

Otherwise, the entire Immortal Realm would probably be scrambling for it.

This is indeed a legendary treasure.

Seeing Tianlin's bewildered expression, Huang Lao also expressed doubt.

"You didn't tell them?"

Huang Lao thought Ye Zhangqing had already told Tianlin and Miao Qianqian about the Nine Heavens Treasure Tree, after all this matter can't be hidden; early or late makes no difference.

He might as well just have said it outright.

Upon hearing that, Ye Zhangqing smiled helplessly.

"I haven't had the chance yet."

"Brother Ye, shouldn't you explain this? What is the Nine Heavens Treasure Tree?"

Miao Qianqian and Tianlin's gazes were already fixed on him.

Under the resentful gazes of the two, Ye Zhangqing then truthfully told them about the Nine Heavens Treasure Tree and his own thoughts.

After hearing Ye Zhangqing's words, both Miao Qianqian and Tianlin spoke with unpleasant expressions.

"According to that, Brother Ye, you originally intended to tell us last night."

"But in the end you didn't bring it up."

"I didn't bring it up because I saw the Holy Maiden was in a bad mood and didn't dare to mention it."

"Really?"

Miao Qianqian narrowed her eyes slightly—how could she not believe this?

Although they said that, the two of them, upon hearing the news of the Nine Heavens Treasure Tree, were only a little surprised and had no other strong reaction.

As for Ye Zhangqing's proposal to give them a share, the two didn't dwell on it much.

After venting, Tianlin said indifferently.

"I have no problem here, and the old man already agreed, so there's no need to ask me—I agree too. But as for the Wushen Palace side, hehe, Brother Ye, how do you plan to handle that?"

The Nine Heavens Treasure Tree isn't something Miao Qianqian can simply decide; even if Ye Zhangqing could persuade Miao Qianqian to accept the proposal as he did.

But what about the other people of the Wushen Palace? Especially that old lady, would she willingly let go?

So, Tianlin's meaning is clear: if you want the Nine Heavens Treasure Tree, Brother Ye, you still need to think carefully about how to get the Wushen Palace to nod.

If the previous Witchcraft Holy Insect was a precious item for the Wushen Palace, then this Nine Heavens Treasure Tree is the only one of its kind.

Across the Immortal Realm, it's impossible to find a second Nine Heavens Treasure Tree; that's certain.

So, not to mention the Wushen Palace, nobody would easily let go of it.

Upon hearing that, before Ye Zhangqing could answer, Huang Lao calmly said.

"I'll handle this matter myself; I expect the Wushen Palace won't refuse."

Since Huang Lao will personally step in, Tianlin naturally has nothing to say.

"Hehe, Brother Ye, I have no problem with what you said; I agree—give me a share of the fruit, that's fine. However, I'll also go to the Western Frontier with you."

"I don't need that Nine Heavens Treasure Tree, but at least let me see its true form—I've never seen it before."

As a Yāoniè of the Heavenly Family, Tianlin was born with a silver spoon in his mouth.

He has seen all kinds of treasures from childhood.

But this legendary treasure, Tianlin has never seen it either, after all it's unique in the world—not something you can see just because you want to.

So Tianlin is also full of anticipation for the journey to the Western Frontier, insisting he must go—he wouldn't be willing to miss it.

Not competing with Ye Zhangqing is just so he can personally see the Nine Heavens Treasure Tree.

"No problem."

Upon hearing that, Ye Zhangqing smiled and nodded; there's naturally nothing to say about such a small matter.

Seeing this, Miao Qianqian, from the side, said leisurely.

"After going to the Western Frontier, we should still first visit my Wushen Palace."