"Master, why did you accept Chen An’s allegiance?"

Sickle was somewhat puzzled. The Warehouse Master’s subordinates didn’t lack Fourth Level Cultivators, even though Chen An’s profession as a rare Frost Warrior seemed insignificant to Party Yue.

Party Yue slightly shook his head and patiently explained, "I want the business of the Gladiatorial Arena, but I can’t do it too openly. At least, we can’t act openly on the surface."

"Last night, Old Man Gong sent me a message saying the mission failed."

"The mission failed?" Sickle was somewhat incredulous.

The strength of the Mountain City’s Assassination Association isn’t strong, but it does have Fourth Level Cultivators. These killers specializing in assassination of cultivators of the same rank almost never fail.

"Yes, this newly appointed Vajra hid much deeper than we thought!"

"Originally, if your previous actions were successful, it would have been best. We could openly intervene, and there wouldn’t be any need for assassins."

"But now, it’s turned into a prolonged battle!"

Party Yue also felt somewhat helpless.

His life span wasn’t long; to break through to the Seventh Level, he must become a Star Lord. Otherwise, with his status and position, achieving a breakthrough with the Seventh Level Spiritual Materials was impossible.

Originally, two methods, one open and one secret, were employed together, bound to succeed. But who would’ve thought a mere Second Level Beast Master could withstand it, making Party Yue somewhat passive.

Chong Yun was indeed useless, but he was a Sixth Level Great Cultivator and the strongest Sixth Level combatant in Dark Star. Although his assassination orders were concealed, Chong Yun certainly knew it was Party Yue behind it.

Trying to become a Star Lord, he couldn’t leave too many flaws.

"A pawn delivered to the doorstep might bring some unexpected benefits, and there’s no loss anyway!"

"Sickle, go see that Shadow Mage and see if you can recruit him."

"Yes, Master!"

.........

Dusk Manor

Since the last shadow assassination, Chen Jiuge did not leave the Beast Yard after obtaining the needed Spiritual Materials. No, he hadn’t left the Beast Yard at all.

Dong Wu listened to the violent beast roars coming from the Beast Yard, slightly terrified, "What on earth is the Manor Master doing, it’s really frightening!"

"Has the boss come out yet?"

Xing Xia’s sudden arrival made Dong Wu somewhat nervous.

"No, Tributor, is there something you need?"

Xing Xia shook his head slightly, "It’s not really anything important, never mind. When the boss comes out, tell him Leng She is back!"

"Yes!"

Two days later

Chen Jiuge emerged from the Beast Yard, with a Turtle Dragon and a Lightning Lion on his shoulder, followed by Xuan Tan and Rain Frog.

"Greetings, Manor Master!"

"Hmm, you may rise. Is there any news recently?" Chen Jiuge asked indifferently.

"Reporting to Manor Master, there’s nothing major. The sale of Dusk Wine is steady, and because of your orders, the Beast Yard temporarily stopped selling Fierce Beasts."

"By the way, two days ago Xing Xia asked me to tell you Leng She is back!"

"Oh, Leng She is back? Could it be he has figured it out?" Chen Jiuge’s eyes lit up.

"Now that I’m out of seclusion, let the Beast Yard resume operations!"

"Yes, Master!"

Reception hall

Chen Jiuge looked at Xing Xia and Leng She chatting casually, smiling, "What are you talking about?"

"You finally came out!"

Xing Xia pointed at Leng She, "Leng She agreed to follow you. But, what terms can you offer? If the terms are too poor, it won’t work!"

Leng She nodded lightly, "At the Guard House, my salary is ten thousand a month. Besides that, the Guard House provides us with free cultivation chambers and some cultivation techniques."

"I am a Beast Warrior and need strong Fierce Beast bloodlines to advance, and the Guard House also provides channels for that."

After listening to Leng She’s words, Chen Jiuge nodded slightly, "I can offer twenty thousand for salary."

"Cultivation chambers aren’t lacking in Dark Star, I can provide you with that too. As for cultivation techniques, although it is somewhat troublesome, with my authority it’s still possible!"

"The Guard House can provide you with strong Fierce Beast bloodlines, but I think with my ability to nurture the most suitable Fierce Beast bloodline for you is not an issue!"

Chen Jiuge’s last words made Leng She pause, then thoughtfully nod, "In that case, I agree!"

"Welcome aboard!"

"Manor Master!"

With Leng She’s call of Manor Master, their employment relationship turned into one of following.

"Clap, clap, clap."

Xing Xia applauded, "This is wonderful news! Why not go to Drunken Life and Dream Death for a good meal?"

"No, an assassin from the Assassination Association just arrived. At least two more times will be needed, let’s save the celebration for later!"

"But indeed I need to return to Dark Star!"

"Alright!" Xing Xia regretted a bit, Drunken Life and Dream Death was the most famous entertainment venue in Mountain City, and Xing Xia was interested. But it was too costly; if not necessary, Xing Xia wouldn’t spend unjustly.

"If it’s just a Fourth Level Killer, I should be able to handle it!"

"Then let’s go. My time as Star Lord is short, if away for too long, unexpected incidents might happen."

"Sure!"

..........

No.1 Arena

Han Kui subdued several guards, a hint of anger on his fierce face, "Daring to betray from the inside, you’re done for!"

"Master, Master, we didn’t, we didn’t!"

Zhuo Lin stopped Han Kui, who wanted to speak, "Leave these to me; my experiment is still missing some materials!"

"No problem."

"Master just left for a few days, and so many spies have appeared in the arena, it truly is a troublesome issue!"