Clan Rise: Starting as a Grandfather Chapter 1675 - 1026: Reunion with Qingyuan Fox Venerable

Yang Zhenshan pondered for a moment and said, "I’m of little significance, and I fear I may not be able to help."

"Regardless of whether you can help, I hope Yang will accept this token of gratitude!" Chi Xia looked at him and stated solemnly.

As the saying goes, gifts soften the hands, and food shortens the mouth.

If he accepted Chi Xia’s gift, when the time comes, he would have to show some consideration, wouldn’t he?

Chi Xia’s gift isn’t requesting Yang Zhenshan to do anything but rather hoping that Yang Zhenshan won’t covet the foundations of the Xiaxian Sect in the future.

Seeing Yang Zhenshan still deep in thought, Chi Xia stretched out his hand to open the scroll.

"Yang, you should have seen this item!"

When the scroll was unfurled, the contents of the painting were revealed.

Seeing the contents, Yang Zhenshan’s expression turned grave.

Because what was depicted in this painting was the Molten Rock Divine General, indeed the puppet Molten Rock Divine General within the Sun Cave Heaven, equivalent to a Third order puppet of a Golden Core Cultivator.

Of course, this is not merely a painting; the Molten Rock Divine General within the painting is real.

"Senior, what do you mean by this?"

Originally, there were twelve Molten Rock Divine Generals within the Sun Cave Heaven. Yang Zhenshan was unclear about the ownership of these twelve, but he could surmise that these Molten Rock Divine Generals had certainly fallen into the hands of several powerful Golden Core Cultivators.

Such as the Heavenly Mechanism Pavilion, Ten Thousand Treasures Store, and Wanhua Demon Court, each likely obtained some.

Chi Xia acquiring one is not unexpected.

But why would Chi Xia give this Molten Rock Divine General to him?

A single Molten Rock Divine General is equivalent to having a Golden Core Cultivator.

If Chi Xia passes away and leaves the Xiaxian Sect with this Molten Rock Divine General, it would still be a significant deterrent.

Logically, the last thing Chi Xia should offer would be this Molten Rock Divine General, yet he presents it now.

Previously, Yang Zhenshan thought Chi Xia wished for him not to oppress Xiaxian Sect in the future, but now it seems Chi Xia hopes he can protect Xiaxian Sect.

What gives Chi Xia such confidence in him?

And what prompted Chi Xia to make such a choice?

Yang Zhenshan is not a well-known figure among Golden Core Cultivators; he is merely a newly promoted Golden Core Cultivator.

Compared with those veteran Golden Core Cultivators, he still has a long way to go.

If Chi Xia needs someone to protect Xiaxian Sect, logic dictates he should seek out those veteran Golden Core Cultivators.

Such as Chi Hua True Monarch, or several great demons from the Wanhua Demon Court.

Those individuals would undoubtedly be more reliable than Yang Zhenshan.

Moreover, this is Yang Zhenshan’s first meeting with Chi Xia; why does he trust Yang Zhenshan?

Yang Zhenshan felt this matter was full of oddities.

Chi Xia seemed to recognize his doubts and explained, "I wish for Yang to introduce Qingyuan Fox Venerable to me!"

"Just an introduction?"

"Just an introduction!" confirmed Chi Xia.

Yang Zhenshan gazed at him, hoping to discern some emotions from his face, but the old man’s expression was as calm as a still pond, his gaze steadfastly serene.

Such willingness to pay a heavy price for just an introduction suggests Chi Xia’s ambitions are not trivial.

"If it’s only an introduction, there’s no need for such a grand gift, Senior!"

"Does Yang agree then?" Chi Xia smiled gently.

Yang Zhenshan shook his head, "Apologies, if Senior doesn’t provide clarity, it’s hard for me to consent!"

This old man surely conceals some matters, or he wouldn’t trade a Molten Rock Divine General merely for an introduction opportunity.

Upon hearing this, Chi Xia fell silent.

Yang Zhenshan also wasn’t hurried, sipping his tea lightly, though he still contemplated the reasons behind Chi Xia’s actions.

After a long while, Chi Xia finally spoke again, "I offended Qingyuan Fox Venerable in the past, and this time I wish to offer my apologies, but Qingyuan Fox Venerable is unwilling to see me. Thus, I hope Yang will persuade him to do so!"

Yang Zhenshan smiled slightly, "It seems Senior holds significant enmity with Qingyuan Fox Venerable!"

If it were a minor matter, Qingyuan Fox Venerable probably wouldn’t mind seeing him. Since Qingyuan Fox Venerable avoids him, it means there is a deep-seated prejudice against him.

"There is some enmity!" Chi Xia vaguely replied.

Yang Zhenshan tapped the tea table lightly, his gaze resting on the scroll.

The Molten Rock Divine General, such a treasure, was naturally tempting.

Possessing such a divine general equates to bolstering his forces with another Golden Core-level strength, even if it’s considered weak Golden Core-level strength, it can still crush numerous Foundation Establishment Immortal Cultivators.

But can he accomplish this task?

Since it’s an introduction, he must persuade Qingyuan Fox Venerable to see Chi Xia.

He pondered for a moment, then shook his head lightly, "Senior overestimates me; I truly lack the ability to persuade Qingyuan Fox Venerable!"

Chi Xia, upon hearing this, was not disappointed but instead revealed a harmonious smile.

"Whether successful or not, I am still willing to gift this token of gratitude to Yang!"

"This~~" Yang Zhenshan found this maneuver puzzling.

Chi Xia said, "Let’s consider it as me making a friend with Yang!"

Though he initially intended to request Yang Zhenshan for an introduction, he changed his mind now and wished to make friends with Yang Zhenshan.

Because he finds Yang Zhenshan to be sincere.

No boasting, nor blinded by greed.

He is very aware of the allure of the Molten Rock Divine General; most Golden Core Cultivators would likely not resist such temptation.

Yet, Yang Zhenshan declined.

This alone is worth looking at Yang Zhenshan in a different light.

As for the matter with Qingyuan Fox Venerable, he still hopes Yang Zhenshan can help with an introduction, regardless of success, he will try.

Yang Zhenshan looked at him and asked, "Really giving it to me?"

"Of course!" Chi Xia affirmed.