Legendary Armament Canon Chapter 1506 -: Bribery, Benefits First (1)

Dong Family Fort, within a restaurant situated just outside the Dong family's main compound…

The young Cao Yue regarded the leaders of the Cao and Mi families before him with a perplexed countenance. "Are you attempting to bribe me?"

"My dear brother, let's not be so blunt," the Mi family head chuckled warmly. "A wise bird selects a suitable tree to nest in. What the Dong family can offer you, I can certainly provide, and furthermore, things they cannot."

Isn't that exactly being blunt? Cao Yue mused inwardly.

He was no longer the naive, inexperienced youth from the mountain village. The experiences he had accumulated recently were equivalent to a decade's worth of past events. His acting prowess had been rigorously sharpened over this time.

"And what exactly do you desire?" Cao Yue feigned ignorance. There was absolutely no need for him to put on an act of innocence. "I've always understood that there's no such thing as a free lunch in this world. I am acutely aware of my own limitations. You wouldn't be offering me such benefits without a hidden agenda, would you?"

The Mi family head inwardly cursed. You certainly know your limits. If you weren't somehow connected to the Dong family head, would I, personally, be standing here conversing with a minor figure like you?

Nevertheless, he managed a smile that evoked the feeling of basking in a gentle spring breeze and addressed Cao Yue, "Young brother, you may not be aware, but I have traversed the globe extensively. While I may not possess numerous talents, I am quite adept. My judgment has never proven to be erroneous.

"My good brother, you are undoubtedly not an ordinary individual!"

The Mi family head sensed a slight hypocrisy in his own words, yet he maintained his smile with determination. "Young brother, as long as you pledge allegiance to us, my Mi family and the Cao family shall dedicate our combined efforts to your nurturing. It will not be long before you ascend to the status of a prominent figure, standing as an equal among us."

"Is that truly possible?" Cao Yue’s eyes widened with feigned excitement, and his body even quivered slightly.

Observing his reaction, a sense of disdain welled up in the hearts of the Mi and Cao family heads. Do you truly believe you can reach our level? You might as well cultivate for another ten thousand years.

"Naturally, our two families will pool our resources to provide unwavering support. Combined with your inherent talent, if your cultivation does not advance at an astonishing pace, then justice itself would be disregarded," the Cao family head stated, forcing a smile onto his face.

"Excellent!" Cao Yue exclaimed with overt enthusiasm. "I wholeheartedly agree. Now, tell me, what is it that you require of me? Rest assured, I will not

hesitate to undertake any task, no matter how great.

"I have unrestricted access to the Dong family's treasury. If you desire connate divine weapons, I can assist in procuring them. While I might not be able to secure a vast quantity, acquiring three to five should present no significant challenge!"

Cao Yue declared, patting his chest confidently.

Upon hearing this, the Mi and Cao family heads exchanged glances, surprise evident in their eyes. To be able to pilfer several connate divine weapons effortlessly? This young man is proving to be far more valuable than initially anticipated.

This is excellent news. Being entrusted with such access by the Dong family implies he has opportunities to learn their forging techniques!

"We have no need for connate divine weapons at this moment."

The Mi family head lowered his voice conspiratorially, whispering, "Young brother, your assistance is required for a rather simple favor…"

With a flick of his wrist, a stone roughly the size of a baby's fist materialized in his palm. "This is a photographic stone. By infusing it with a small amount of your spiritual essence, it can meticulously record the surrounding environment."

The Mi family head continued, his voice laced with subtle enticement, "Young brother, all you need to do is utilize this stone to document the entire process as Family Head Dong commences the forging of a divine weapon.

"This action will cause no harm whatsoever to Family Head Dong, nor will you suffer any loss yourself."

Cao Yue nodded fervently, like an inexperienced novice completely unaware of any hidden implications. "That sounds exceptionally simple. I've actually assisted when our family head was forging connate divine weapons before."

Cao Yue extended his hand, accepting the photographic stone from the Mi family head.

"Await my triumphant news!"

Seeing Cao Yue's apparent agreement, the Mi and Cao family heads beamed with satisfaction.

"Young brother, please, do eat more," the Mi family head urged enthusiastically. "Were it not for the considerable disparity in our ages, I would have proposed we become sworn brothers…"

After a considerable amount of feasting and drinking, Cao Yue departed the restaurant, appearing quite inebriated.

Neither the Mi family head nor the Cao family head noticed that Cao Yue's eyes, which had appeared blurry and intoxicated moments before, instantly regained their sharp clarity the moment he left the establishment.

These two fools actually dare to covet Uncle's forging techniques? They are truly playing with fire and courting their own demise! Cao Yue scoffed inwardly, quickening his pace as he headed toward the Dong family's headquarters.

Meanwhile, back in the restaurant, the Cao family head and the Mi family head were exchanging triumphant smiles.

"Family Head Mi, an exceptionally brilliant strategem you've devised," the Cao family head remarked with a grin.

"Now that we have successfully bribed this young lad, we can effortlessly acquire the Dong family's coveted forging techniques. Once we master their methods, we can crush them with utter ease, requiring no additional expenditure whatsoever." The Mi family head's smile was disarming, yet his words carried a chilling undertone.

Although the Zhu Rong Heavenly Kingdom existed in a state of far greater tranquility compared to the

Xuan Ming Heavenly Kingdom and even the ancestral lands, this comparative peace did not equate to friendlier inhabitants.