Peach Blossom Divine Medical God Chapter 2149 - 2105: Tang Jingshan

As soon as he entered the backyard.

Chen Yang saw a middle-aged man dressed in luxurious clothes, with an aura of authority, conversing with several young and strong men who were mostly covered in dust.

Upon hearing the commotion, the middle-aged man immediately stopped the conversation and looked towards Chen Yang.

"Mayor, this mighty person says he’s from Cangnan Academy."

The captain stepped forward and respectfully spoke to the mayor.

Upon hearing this, Mayor Tang Jingshan’s eyes lit up, he sized up Chen Yang for a few seconds, then immediately showed an enthusiastic smile.

"It is a long journey for the great one to come here, forgive me for not welcoming you sooner," Tang Jingshan said politely.

Chen Yang also scrutinized the mayor for a few seconds.

From the appearance, Tang Jingshan seemed to have a righteous demeanor, full of integrity.

But Chen Yang found him untrustworthy.

After all, in this remote area, being able to become the mayor is enough to show that this guy is definitely not an ordinary person.

The mayor of Cangshi Town is not a position just anyone can occupy.

"Mayor, you’re too kind. I was ordered to come here to help solve the town’s troubles, which is also part of my cultivation." Since Tang Jingshan was courteous, Chen Yang naturally did not want to put on airs and also returned the courtesy.

Tang Jingshan laughed heartily, then said, "Well, the mighty one speaks well, but since you have come a long way, let’s not talk about business today. I will first welcome you."

After saying this, Tang Jingshan asked the young men he had been talking with to retreat.

Then he instructed the captain to prepare a banquet, intending to entertain Chen Yang properly, with a very sincere and polite attitude.

However, Chen Yang was not interested in these things at all.

Additionally, this trip was originally a conspiracy by Zhao Shuo against him.

Having arrived here, how could Chen Yang easily trust others?

Who knows if Tang Jingshan was bribed by Zhao Shuo and is one of those targeting him?

It’s better to be safe than sorry, so upon arriving here, the priority should still be to complete the mission.

"Mayor Tang, you’re too kind. I’m here and the academy only gave me five days, time is tight, so let’s get straight to the point. What exactly happened to the Spirit Stone veins, causing them to be unable to be mined normally?"

"How can I help you to restore normal mining operations?"

Therefore, Chen Yang interrupted Tang Jingshan and got straight to the point to solve the problem.

Tang Jingshan was obviously stunned for a moment upon hearing Chen Yang’s words.

He didn’t expect Chen Yang to be so direct.

Or perhaps he had never met a student from the academy who acted so decisively while coming out on a rare opportunity.

Previously, whichever student came, didn’t they all indulge a bit before addressing issues?

This had almost become an unwritten rule in Cangshi Town.

Unexpectedly, Chen Yang refused.

"Um... is that so, haha, that’s fine too. Please, great one, follow me," Tang Jingshan was stunned for a few seconds, and after recovering, he smiled awkwardly and led Chen Yang into his office.

Then, in the office, he began to explain the specifics.

Cangshi Town has three major forces.

The Mayor, Xiao Family, and Fierce Tiger Gang.

These three forces control the mines around Cangshi Town.

And the ones always causing them trouble are the Barbarian Bull Tribe, under the influence of the Ten Thousand Monster Sect.

Their tribe is on Ox Head Mountain, not far from Cangshi Town, so there’s often friction due to the proximity.

"The Minotaurs are envious of our mines, constantly causing friction with us. Originally, our town’s three families could barely resist together, but lately, their tribe has produced a genius with considerable strength."

"They have already forcibly taken several of our mining sites."

"Moreover, there’s an unknown issue within the mines, with miners mysteriously disappearing frequently lately."

"There are rumors saying there’s a ghost in the mines, craving human flesh and blood, and that all the missing people were eaten by it."

"People are panic-stricken, and no one dares to go into the mines."

"Faced with both internal and external issues, I really had no choice but to ask the academy to send someone over to help."

...

Tang Jingshan spoke earnestly to Chen Yang, outlining the current situation facing Cangshi Town.

After listening, Chen Yang understood the main issues.

Cangshi Town currently faces two problems.

One is the harassment from the Barbarian Bull Tribe, the other is the ghost in the mines.

Of these two missions, the most important is to deal with the Barbarian Bull Tribe first.

Because this is the visible problem on the surface.

As for the ghost, Chen Yang doesn’t believe it.

They are cultivators, would they still be afraid of ghosts?

That’s nonsense.

Furthermore, Chen Yang even suspects that the alleged ghost in the mines probably doesn’t exist at all.

It could very well be someone or some force deliberately causing trouble.

After pondering for a moment, Chen Yang looked at Tang Jingshan and asked, "Mayor Tang, currently in our town, how many people are capable of fighting? Can you mobilize the Xiao Family and Fierce Tiger Gang?"

"Additionally, how many people does the Barbarian Bull Tribe have? Please tell me in detail."

"Alright," Tang Jingshan nodded and said, "In our town, counting everyone capable of fighting, there are at least over a hundred people."

"But those who have truly reached the later stages and peaks are few."

"Including myself as the mayor, those who have reached the later stages of the Spirit Gathering Realm only number about a dozen."

"And those who are perfect are even rarer, only three."

Tang Jingshan first reported the strength of Cangshi Town, then went on to talk about the Barbarian Bull Tribe.

"As for the Barbarian Bull Tribe, the known manpower is at least about 160 or 170, with 20 to 30 having reached the late Spirit Gathering Realm..."

From Tang Jingshan’s report, Chen Yang understood why Cangshi Town couldn’t compete with the Barbarian Bull Tribe.

The overall strength wasn’t at the same level.

The Barbarian Bull Tribe’s overall strength is at least 30% to 40% higher than Cangshi Town.

Moreover, beyond strength, the Barbarian Bull Tribe is united internally and externally, while Cangshi Town is divided into three factions, each harboring its own interests during battles.

How could they possibly win?

"The other two factions nominally still listen to me, but they aren’t so easily directed..." Tang Jingshan added somewhat awkwardly.

As mayor, not having absolute authority in his jurisdiction is somewhat embarrassing.

But this is Cangshi Town, it’s different from other places.

Chen Yang understood as he didn’t find it amusing.

"Then could I trouble the mayor to gather all the combat-ready personnel in town? I’d like to meet them, understand the town’s strength, and also hope everyone becomes familiar with me. From today, all actions in town will be under my command." Chen Yang thought for a while and then made his first request to the mayor.

Chen Yang’s status is special, as he’s representing the academy, so naturally, his position is higher than the mayor’s.

Demanding command of the entire town right away is naturally permissible.

And Tang Jingshan didn’t show the slightest displeasure.

"Okay, I’ll take care of it right away." He readily agreed, then called the captain, telling him to take Chen Yang first to the training ground in town.

Given Cangshi Town’s fierce martial culture, a lack of a training ground was out of the question.

Chen Yang went ahead to the training ground, and shortly after, three groups of people entered the training ground one after another.

Tang Jingshan was the first to enter, bringing with him a group of armor-clad warriors.

These were the guards of Cangshi Town.

All were cultivators in the Spirit Gathering Realm.