Chapter 1179: Du Min’s Scheming
"Cough, cough..."
Pure Yang Feifei noticed Chen Tianlong’s gaze felt off, as he kept staring at Qiukui.
At this moment, Wu Mengting heard Pure Yang Feifei’s cough, realizing she was giving a reminder, so Wu Mengting quickly bowed her head to avoid being seen by Chen Tianlong.
Chen Tianlong noticed that Wu Mengting stopped looking at him, which made him sigh slightly and turn to leave.
As Pure Yang Feifei was explaining things related to the Attribute Female Cultivators, Chen Tianlong didn’t think it appropriate to eavesdrop, so he turned to leave, but Du Min called out to him.
"Isn’t this the renowned detective Chen Tianlong?"
As soon as Du Min spoke, he attached this title to Chen Tianlong, making Chen Tianlong feel uneasy, knowing this guy must be scheming something again.
Sure enough, after Chen Tianlong walked over and glanced at him, Du Min continued, "We all discussed it, and it is said that you possess extraordinary martial arts skills and intelligence, probably the strongest among us. So the task of luring the Divine Dragon out of the cave falls to you. Do you have any objections to my arrangement?"
Chen Tianlong inwardly laughed at Du Min’s clever plan; luring the Divine Beast out of the cave was the most dangerous part, as there was always a risk of dying.
Moreover, it was blatant coercion, indicating that if Chen Tianlong didn’t follow orders, Du Min reserved the right to cancel his trial qualification.
This move was indeed a harsh one, leaving no option to back out or refuse!
However, at any other time, Chen Tianlong might have resisted, but now, he didn’t want any major conflicts before completing the trial.
"Just myself?"
Chen Tianlong looked at Du Min and asked faintly.
"Indeed, everyone just agreed during the meeting to let you lure the Divine Dragon. You can disagree, but the consequences are on you. I can only deny your participation in the Celestial Pill Sect’s final trial." Du Min stated firmly.
"Do you find it meaningful to say this? ’All agreed’?" Chen Tianlong retorted with a glance at Du Min.
"Chen Tianlong, it doesn’t matter much, whether you listen or not?" Du Min’s eyes flashed with embarrassment as he had tried to wrap his words with dignity.
But Chen Tianlong’s question made Du Min’s face fall, so he said, "If you’re not going, then please leave. The trial doesn’t welcome you!"
"Who said I disagreed?"
Chen Tianlong asked calmly, "Which ear did you hear that with? Can’t I even ask?"
"You..."
Du Min was infuriated, thinking Chen Tianlong could simply agree, but continued to chafe on.
Du Min snorted, "You see, in the trial, I’m the authority. Follow me and prosper, defy me and perish. No matter how exceptional Chen Tianlong’s martial arts are, he has to listen to me in the end."
"Oh? Are you sure you want to say that? Then I won’t listen to you, I’m leaving."
Chen Tianlong said, turning to leave.
"Uh?"
Du Min froze, not expecting Chen Tianlong to decisively turn away, leaving him at a loss.
Du Min was internally anxious, realizing that if Chen Tianlong left, his scheme would fall apart. Hence, he quickly said, "Don’t be like that! I was just joking, haha, Chen Tianlong, calm down, since you’re here, surely you’ll participate. Look how Pure Yang Daoist holds you in high regard!"
"Oh? Since you insist, I’ll reluctantly participate." Chen Tianlong replied.
"Haha, that’s good, in that case, let’s get ready." Du Min said, noticing Pure Yang Daoist approaching.
As Pure Yang Daoist approached, everyone immediately quieted down.
After all, Pure Yang Daoist was an unattainable figure in their eyes. Although many were experts with six-star Celestial Dao abilities or above, none could contend with the Pure Yang Sect Leader.
"Alright, everyone, go back and rest. Gather here at six o’clock tomorrow to head to the Teleportation Array," Pure Yang Daoist instructed.
"Understood!"
Everyone responded in unison and dispersed.
Not a word was spoken through the night. Chen Tianlong, feeling a bit tired, went to bed early, knowing he must lure forth the legend tomorrow.
Around six in the morning, a whistle sounded, and everyone gathered in the field.
"The Teleportation Array is open; Trial Takers, follow me!" Pure Yang Daoist shouted loudly.
Du Min nodded and led the Trial Takers with Pure Yang Daoist toward the distant Teleportation Array.
This time, another Teleportation Array was activated, allowing direct access near the Divine Dragon Cave. Pure Yang Daoist made a signal, and Du Min let the Trial Takers enter a passage-like structure one by one, and the leading Trial Takers disappeared from view.
Chen Tianlong, along with Tan Batian, Yang Fan, Lin Wushuang, Du Nong, and others, were the last to enter. Once inside, they were enveloped by darkness before everything became clear.
In an instant, they arrived at the Five Elements Extreme Realm. Although Chen Tianlong couldn’t ascertain if this was the location of the Divine Dragon Cave.
Taking a deep breath, Chen Tianlong addressed the group, "You nine here are just gaining experience; don’t get too close to the Divine Dragon."
"Alright."
The nine nodded and Lin Wushuang added, "Chen Tianlong, be careful."
"No problem."
Chen Tianlong reassured Lin Wushuang, telling her not to worry too much, with a light demeanor.
Then, Du Min entered. Behind him were the Attribute Female Cultivators and some Trial Takers, who were also to enter the Divine Beast Cave with them, tasked with protecting the Attribute Female Cultivators.
Once everyone was assembled, Du Min, along with Xu Fei, Hao Shuai, Liang Chao, and others found a safe place to hide with those Trial Takers.
Before he left, Du Min specifically told Chen Tianlong, "Detective, it’s on you to lure the Divine Beast out. To avoid disturbing you, we’ll hide; you handle it yourself."
Chen Tianlong chuckled coldly and signaled Lin Wushuang and Du Nong to hide near Tan Batian’s side, while Liu Ting and Bing Ruxue stayed with the Attribute Female Cultivators.
Chen Tianlong planned that once the Divine Dragon emerged, Lin Wushuang, Du Nong, and Tan Batian would join, while the other five, secured by Bing Ruxue, would proceed.
Tan Batian hid in a distant spot; Chen Tianlong trusted his character, so he let Lin Wushuang and Du Nong go there.
Du Nong’s Divination Skill was strong, although currently ineffective, his martial arts cultivation was ordinary, and he came this time as preparation for future training.
The Divine Dragon Cave was slightly steep, Pure Yang Feifei and the Attribute Female Cultivators positioned themselves beside the cave, prepared to enter once Chen Tianlong lured out the Divine Dragon.
"Du Nong, when the time comes, follow Pure Yang Feifei inside to stabilize the Evil Qi," Chen Tianlong reminded Du Nong.
"Understood, Brother Chen Tianlong." Du Nong nodded, indicating receipt.