How can I have a heart of a demonic god in my body?!-Chapter 629 - 624: The Yang Family’s Suspicion

The next day at noon, the large boat arrived near the Yang Family in Beishui.

"Is this the Yang Family?"

Chen Yu looked down from the deck of the boat at a vast cluster of buildings not far away, complete with mountains and waters, covering a large area with beautiful scenery and the fragrance of flowers and birdsong.

"The elder has returned!"

Several Yang Family guards came forward to welcome him.

Shortly thereafter, two senior members of the Yang Family arrived.

The Yang Family’s upper echelons, including the Family Head, had already been informed of the attack.

Of the twenty-four elite members of the Yang Family who were out, only eight returned, delivering a heavy blow to the Yang Family. After all, those who died were not ordinary people, but the young elites of the family.

Fortunately, Yang Fenghou was unharmed, otherwise, the Yang Family would likely have declined.

"These Black Heart Eleven Bandits are too audacious, daring to lay hands on our Yang Family’s people."

An elder woman with silver hair and a stern face exclaimed.

"We can’t let this matter go just like that."

"These two must be the ones Elder An mentioned, the young heroes who assisted our Yang Family."

A kind-faced and rotund elder approached, sizing up Chen Yu and Yan Hanshan.

"I am Yan Hanshan of the Heavenly Jade Sect."

Yan Hanshan slightly bowed, very politely.

"So, a disciple from the Heavenly Jade Sect!"

"Yan Hanshan? The White Robed Jade Sword, Yan Hanshan?"

"We’re grateful for young friend Yan’s help. How about you stay at our Yang Family for a few more days for a proper hospitality?"

The Yang Family seniors looked over, treating Yan Hanshan very warmly, all smiles.

The Heavenly Jade Sect, across the entire Southern Domain, is an immensely reputable force.

And the reputation of Yan Hanshan, they had heard of too—undoubtedly a talented individual with both moral integrity and martial prowess.

Compared to him, even Yang Fenghou seemed much lesser.

"And this young brother is?" The plump elder looked toward Chen Yu.

Chen Yu appeared about the same age as Yan Hanshan, his cultivation just as astonishingly high, far surpassing the young geniuses of the Yang Family. Could he also be a genius from the Heavenly Jade Sect?

"This is Chen Yu, coming from a minor realm."

Yang Fenghou said with a smile.

"A minor realm?"

The people of the Yang Family showed puzzled expressions but did not inquire further; their warmth cooled considerably.

A person from a minor realm, compared to Yan Hanshan, the gap was like heaven and earth.

"Let’s hurry, the Family Head has been waiting for us in the council hall."

The silver-haired elder urged.

The Yang Family members paid close attention to this calamitous event, having lost more than a dozen elite disciples—if the matter was dropped like this, how would Yang Family retain its face and continue to establish itself in Beishui?

"Yuhuan, you take our two benefactors to stroll around."

Yang An told Yang Yuhuan.

Soon after, he and Yang Fenghou hurriedly headed to the council hall.

"Please allow Yuhuan to show you around."

Yang Yuhuan smiled sweetly.

"Much obliged, Miss Yuhuan."

Yan Hanshan smiled, giving off a refreshing spring breeze feeling.

Following that, Chen Yu and Yan Hanshan, under the guidance of Yang Yuhuan, strolled through some picturesque spots of the Yang Family.

"This place is definitely a vital energy treasure of the Beishui area; the Yang Family’s possession of this land will surely bring prosperous success to the family endeavors in the future."

"Miss Yuhuan, that place has a nice view, let’s go have a look."

Along the way, Yan Hanshan appeared quite cheerful, showing great sincerity towards Yang Yuhuan.

"Brother Chen has just arrived in the Great Yu Realm, why not stay at the Yang Family for a while?"

Yang Yuhuan seemed quite fond of Chen Yu, frequently initiating questions for him.

When Chen Yu and Yang Yuhuan couldn’t see, Yan Hanshan’s gaze turned coldly towards Chen Yu.

…

In the council hall, many of the Yang Family’s high-level members gathered.

Among the seated elders, there were six!

The Family Head, Yang Yuan, was an old man with white hair, his face seasoned, yet carrying an invisible aura of authority.

"The audacity of the Black Heart Eleven Bandits is growing, to dare touch our Yang Family’s people!"

The silver-haired elder spoke with a cold expression.

"This time, our Yang Family lost sixteen young elite members, if not for the help from outsiders, even Elder Yang An might not have been able to return."

"We can’t let this matter rest, a mere group of bandits dares to trample over our Yang Family."

"Exactly, if the Zhang Family and Hong Family knew, they might think the Yang Family is an easy target!"

…

After some discussion, the Yang Family seniors reached a conclusion.

The Yang Family would dispatch a large number of its leaders to retaliate against the Black Heart Eleven Bandits!

"Good, that settles this matter."

Family Head Yang Yuan said gravely, "As for the two who came to assist our Yang Family, we must treat them graciously. Yang An, prepare a thank-you gift to give them."

"The Family Head’s words are most apt; one of them is a genius from the Heavenly Jade Sect, possessing the peak cultivation of the Late Guiyuan Realm before even reaching forty."

Yang An smiled.

"Indeed, this Yan Hanshan is truly a genius, his future accomplishments are limitless. We should maintain good relations with him."

"How wonderful it would be if our Yang Family had someone like him."

The elders held Yan Hanshan in high esteem; Yang Fenghou found it difficult to show his face.

Usually, during family meetings, many elders would focus on him, more or less praising and commending.

However, at this meeting, he felt as though he was being ignored.

"Family Head, I have another matter to report."

Yang An spoke again.

"Speak!"

"This time, another person assisting our Yang Family is named Chen Yu. His talent is also astonishing, hardly inferior to Yan Hanshan."

Upon hearing this, the higher-ups present all showed surprised expressions.

Since when had geniuses become so cheap?

"But this person claims he comes from a minor realm!"

Then, Yang An recounted some events in detail again.

"The place where you were initially attacked is an extremely barren wasteland with few people, and just when you encountered the Black Heart Eleven Bandits’ attack, this person came to assist, which is indeed a bit suspicious."

"With such talent, yet he acts so discreetly, unwilling to reveal his real strength... perhaps this young man’s background is not fabricated, and he might be a spy sent by another family power!"

Upon hearing the narrative, the silver-haired old woman’s face grew cold.

"We have no proof; we can’t wrong a good person."

The Family Head murmured after a moment.

"Given that, let’s keep this person in the Yang Family under close watch. Once we discover evidence, we will deal with him severely—it will also serve as a warning to other family powers!"

"If he does not stay in the Yang Family, then it’s just our overthinking,"

the silver-haired old woman suggested.

...

Soon after, Chen Yu and Yan Hanshan were brought to the guest hall by Yang Yuhuan.

"This time, when our Yang Family faced adversity, both of you drew your swords to help. I represent the Yang Family and deeply appreciate your help; this is a small token of gratitude from the Yang Family, please do not refuse."

Family Head Yang Yuan said with a smile.

Then, servants brought two storage bags and handed them to Chen Yu and Yan Hanshan respectively.

Chen Yu unhesitatingly accepted it.

Yan Hanshan hesitated a little before accepting the storage bag.

"The Black Heart Eleven Bandits are audacious and targeted our Yang Family. In some time, I will personally lead a team to eradicate this group of bandits. Why not stay at the Yang Family for a while longer? After we eliminate the Black Heart Eleven Bandits, I will host a feast to properly entertain you both."

The Family Head said very politely with a smile.

"I have just arrived in the Great Yu Realm and have nowhere to stay, so I will temporarily stay here, hoping it won’t be a disturbance."

As the Family Head actively invited and insisted, Chen Yu decided to stay.

"I am willing to go with the Family Head to eliminate the bandits!"

Yan Hanshan said indignantly.

"Good, at that time, please assist our Yang Family!"

Family Head Yang Yuan had a satisfied smile on his face.

It was indeed good news that a strong individual like Yan Hanshan was willing to help the Yang Family voluntarily; it could also deepen their mutual relationship.

After talking for a while, Yang An saw off Yan Hanshan and Chen Yu.

Family Head Yang Yuan sighed slightly, "Could this Chen Yu really be a spy sent by other family powers?"

He had just made the polite offer, and Chen Yu asked to stay immediately.

In contrast, Yan Hanshan, full of a sense of justice, requested to join the Yang Family in battling the Black Heart Eleven Bandits.

"Let me stay in the clan to heal and at the same time keep an eye on this young man to see what he is up to."

Yang An volunteered.

Among the upper echelons of the Yang Family, he was more familiar with Chen Yu, less likely to arouse Chen Yu’s suspicion.

"Very well, let this matter be handled by you."

The Family Head reassured him, then left.

Following that, the Yang Family began gathering their forces to prepare to attack the Black Heart Eleven Bandits.

Upon returning to his accommodation, Chen Yu opened the storage bag given to him by the Yang Family.

"This is... Grade Essence Stones, five thousand Grade Essence Stones!"

Chen Yu couldn’t help but gasp.

One Grade Essence Stone was equivalent to more than one hundred lower Grade Essence Stones, varying by location, but generally no less than one hundred.

Five thousand Grade Essence Stones were at least five hundred thousand lower Grade Essence Stones.

"This Yang Family really is wealthy!"

Chen Yu couldn’t help but remark.

In the Kunyun Sacred Land, the use of Grade Essence Stones was not very common.

Determined to stay with the Yang Family, on his first day, Chen Yu had Yang Yuhuan show him around to familiarize himself with the Yang Family’s terrain.

"By the way, Miss Yuhuan, can I use Essence Stones to buy medicinal herbs and Elixirs in the Yang Family?"

After seeing a herb garden, Chen Yu suddenly asked.

"Yes, I’ll take Brother Chen there."

Under Yang Yuhuan’s guidance, Chen Yu arrived at a bustling place.

"A family clan has its own private marketplace."

Chen Yu couldn’t help but exclaim.

The family powers in the Kunyun Realm could only use Essence Stones or contribution points within the family. If they found it expensive, they had to make a trip to the Royal City themselves.

Then, Chen Yu entered a shop and asked, "Excuse me, do you have heaven-and-earth treasures here that can purify True Yuan and expel impurities?"

"According to your need, our store has Clearing Origin Pills, Sea Cleaning Pills, and Moisture True Dew, all of which have this effect!"

The Shopkeeper personally attended to Chen Yu.

A Clearing Origin Pill cost three hundred eighty thousand lower Grade Essence Stones.

The Sea Cleaning Pill was of a higher grade, costing five hundred thousand lower Grade Essence Stones.

And Moisture True Dew, a type of heaven-and-earth treasure, not as effective as the refined Elixirs, only cost three hundred thousand lower Grade Essence Stones.

"Clearing Origin Pills, Sea Cleaning Pills, and Moisture True Dew!"

The Shopkeeper suddenly listed three items, taking Chen Yu by surprise.

These three items, he had also heard of in the Kunyun Realm, especially Clearing Origin Pills and Sea Cleaning Pills, which were rare, lost Elixirs in the Kunyun Realm.

These types of Spirit Pills often only appeared at large-scale auctions, fetching extraordinarily high prices, generally at least seven to eight hundred thousand lower Grade Essence Stones each.

Compared to that, three hundred eighty thousand lower Grade Essence Stones for a Clearing Origin Pill and five hundred thousand for a Sea Cleaning Pill were incredibly cheap, almost like a clearance sale.

"It seems that the issues left by the power of the Blood Star Holy Pill won’t take too long to resolve."

A joyful smile crossed Chen Yu’s face.

His situation was quite serious, not something one or two Clearing Origin Pills could resolve. If he were in the Kunyun Realm, even bankrupting himself might not be enough, and he might not even be able to buy such Elixirs. To completely resolve the issue, it would typically take at least four to five years.