Sage of Humanity

Lu Ye didn't mention it, but Zi Ying seemed to have sensed his thoughts and spoke up from the side: "Two hundred pieces a month, give or take fifty, it makes no difference to your Yan family."

"Governor Zi..." Yan Yong looked at Zi Ying with a bitter expression.

"Your Yan family is big and wealthy, does this really matter?" Zi Ying curled his lip, "Also, don't forget the fourth benefit you mentioned earlier. Later, give the kid Lu Ye one of your Yan family's Family General Tokens. While these things may be of little real use, they can be handy sometimes. But let's be clear, the kid Lu Ye will hold the token, but won't follow orders!"

"Governor Zi!" Yan Yong called out again, desperately wanting to ask if Zi Ying was his long-lost eldest son to consider him so much, but realizing he's no match, he dared not speak.

What kind of Family General holds a token but doesn't follow orders? This was clearly taking advantage!

"What? Is there a problem?" Zi Ying looked toward Yan Yong, his face unfriendly, "There are several Dao Fusions waiting outside. If you have a problem, I'll let them in! Ridiculous, no aid when the planet was attacked, but now everyone is rushing over, do they really think Zi Ying has no temper?"

"No problem! I'll agree to this!" Yan Yong quickly nodded.

They couldn't let those Dao Fusions come in, or everyone would fight endlessly, and besides, he was among those who rushed over, having heard from Yan Hong how the Zhou and Sun families' Dao Fusions were beaten badly before.

"Do you have any issues?" Zi Ying turned to Lu Ye.

"I… have no issues!" Lu Ye sniffed.

"Then that's settled!" Zi Ying changed to a smile: "The Yan family having the giant ant is quite joyous, a cause for celebration."

"Hehe…" Yan Yong didn't know if he should laugh or not, his feelings were complicated.

After a moment of silence, Yan Yong remembered something else and said, "By the way, what kind of Dao artifact does my virtuous nephew want?" This was also one of the conditions he proposed earlier, and since it's for Lu Ye, of course, he should consider Lu Ye's preferences.

Lu Ye directly drew the Boulder Mountain Saber: "If there's something similar to this saber, that would be best, and if not... anything will do."

Yan Yong carefully looked at the Boulder Mountain Saber: "Such long sabers are rare, may not be easy to find, but I'll try."

"Thank you, Uncle Yong," Lu Ye said gladly.

Having finally negotiated everything, Yan Yong turned and looked at Zi Ying expectantly: "Governor Zi, the giant ant..."

Now that giant ant was indeed owned by the Yan family!

"What's the hurry! No one's trying to take it from you." Zi Ying said with a look of disdain, standing up: "Follow me, everyone!"

He led the way heading outside.

Everyone followed without knowing the reason.

Soon, the group left the Blue Water Battle Planet, and outside, there were indeed several Dao Fusions. Apparently, strong family members who hurried over upon hearing the news, but having not been granted permission could only wait here.

At the sudden sight of Zi Ying, they all joyfully approached.

But upon seeing Yan Yong behind Zi Ying, each was surprised.

Yan Yong glanced at them sideways: "You all arrived a bit late, the giant ant is already ours, the Yan family's."

The Dao Fusions' faces changed, and someone asked, "Governor Zi, is Brother Yan's statement true?"

Zi Ying nodded: "Indeed, it has been agreed."

The Dao Fusions sighed regretfully and turned away, losing interest in staying.

After a moment, a beam of light quickly approached from afar, landing nearby, and saluting Zi Ying: "My Lord, we found it!"

Saying this, he flipped his palm, and a stone appeared in his hand right away.

Zi Ying acknowledged and took it. The cultivator said, "It used to be easy to find, but the last war's wide-ranging impact wiped out most stone bugs. I had to run far to find one."

"Thank you." Zi Ying spoke as he flicked the stone with his finger: "Stop pretending, open your eyes!"

The stone slowly opened a single eye, it was the Insect Matriarch's eye-line, a stone bug.

"Look clearly." Zi Ying barely waved the carapace shard he had been holding before the stone bug, "This is the giant ant!"

Then he directly tossed it to the waiting Yan Yong.

Zi Ying pointed: "This is Yan Yong of the Yan family!"

Yan Yong's face turned dark, realizing Zi Ying's intention and he quickly replied, "Governor Zi, farewell then, until we meet again!"

Saying this, he energized his Mana to cloak Yan Hong nearby, preparing to leave.

The giant ant was meant for Yan Hong, now that it was acquired, naturally, he should take Yan Hong back to the home planet.

Before leaving, Yan Hong called out to Lu Ye: "Brother Lu, let me know in advance if you ever come back to the home planet."

"Brother Yan, take care." Lu Ye cupped his hands in farewell.

Only after the Yan family's uncle and nephew disappeared from view did Lu Ye withdraw his gaze.

Meanwhile, Zi Ying had casually crushed the stone bug.

Lu Ye respectfully saluted Zi Ying: "Thank you, Lord Governor, for your care!"

Not to mention the discussion with Yan Yong this time, Zi Ying helped secure more benefits. Moreover, she specially arranged for someone to find the stone bug and handed the giant ant over to Yan Yong in front of the stone bug, which served as a form of protection for Lu Ye.

As long as the Insect Matriarch knows the giant ant is no longer with Lu Ye, she will surely pay less attention to him in the future.

Additionally, Zi Ying initially didn't let Yan Yong discuss Lu Ye's life-saving grace for Yan Hong, but instead urged him to directly discuss the giant ant. This was also considerate of Lu Ye.

If Yan Yong resolved the life-saving grace first, there would be no sentiment left for discussion, and it would be a straightforward exchange of interests. Yan Yong would not have made so many concessions.

Though Zi Ying didn't mention many things, Lu Ye saw through them clearly and felt deep gratitude towards the governor.

"It's only appropriate; your efforts in defending Blue Water were significant." Zi Ying spoke calmly, also advising him: "Even though the transfer of the giant ant was witnessed by the Insect Matriarch, killing a Blood Race Dao Fusion is indeed true. Henceforth, when you go out, be careful. The Insect and Blood Races might still pay some attention to you."

"Yes."

"Additionally, I have already reported to the home planet regarding the defense of Blue Water battle merits for you. It shouldn't take more than a few days to get a result, so don't wander around these days. Stay in Blue Water, and once the benefits from the Yan family are in place, it's not too late to make your plans."

After a few more reminders, Zi Ying finally left.

However, Lu Ye vaguely felt that Zi Ying had something else to say to him but ultimately didn't.

She didn't mention it, so Lu Ye naturally didn't press further.

Returning to his residence, he sat quietly cultivating.

The Dao Bone has been completely refined now, and his strength had improved somewhat compared to before. But having just been through a battle, Blue Water is unlikely to have any battles in the short term.

Even if Lu Ye ventured into the battlefield now, he probably wouldn't gain much.

Moreover, in front of the stone bug, Zi Ying handed the giant ant to Yan Yong, intending to inform the Insect Matriarch that the giant ant had changed hands. Normally, there should be no more attention from the Insect Matriarch towards Lu Ye.

Only Lu Ye knows that even with Zi Ying's actions, the Insect Matriarch's attention to him will not lessen.

Because he had previously, through his own abilities, killed the former owner of a giant ant, the Insect Matriarch likely believes there is another giant ant with him.

Handing over one is meaningless.

Hence, in his future ventures outside, he must disguise and conceal himself. Until he has adequate means of self-protection, exposure is not to be taken lightly.

Some days later, the promised benefits from the Yan family arrived.

They were delivered by the Yan family's family general.

It's not a saber, but a short hammer.

Clearly, the Yan family couldn't find a Dao artifact similar to the Boulder Mountain Saber, so they used this short hammer as a substitute. However, its quality is indisputable; it's a top-grade Dao artifact, on the same level as Yan Hong's spear, which is the limit of what can be forged inside Branlan. Depending on the level of compatibility with its owner, it can enhance the wielder's strength by three to five Dao levels!

Lu Ye tested it and found it completely useless to him, offering no enhancement at all.

As expected, given that even a Dao artifact like the giant ant offered pitifully little enhancement, not to mention other Dao artifacts.

But the reason he wanted this item was not for enhancement, but as a disguise.

In future battles, possessing this Dao artifact would make it easier to have explanations for certain situations.

The first month's two hundred Dao Bones were also sent over, and the quality was fairly decent.

There was also a Family General Token from the Yan family, which granted the bearer the ability to command some cultivators of the Yan family in many places, along with some other rights.

Usually, a family general of the Yan family has both benefits and duties, but due to the previous agreement, Lu Ye need not concern himself with these obligations.

These three were tangible benefits, and additionally, there was the qualification to enter the Dao Runes Pavilion, which required Lu Ye to return to the home planet to achieve.

Until he plans to advance to Dao Fusion, this benefit is temporarily put on hold.

As the Yan family's benefits arrived, the battle merits for defending Blue Water were also issued.

The contribution was massive. Lu Ye was promoted to Silver Guard, alliance guard 4th rank. To advance from Iron Guard to Bronze Guard requires only an accumulation of battle merits, but to progress from Bronze Guard to Silver Guard requires not only accumulating battle merits but also achieving significant accomplishments.

For instance, Lu Ye's participation in the defense of Blue Water had a huge impact.

Lu Ye initially came to Branlan with the aim of quickly advancing to Silver Guard and finding a way to obtain a Dao artifact for research.

Unexpectedly, he reached this milestone in such a short time, and he even possesses a pretty good Dao artifact.

There is no need for further exchange, but he still visited the Hall of Battle Merits and exchanged for some elixirs and other items.

After the battle, he stayed in Blue Water for a month, feeling the urge to leave.

To rapidly enhance his power, he must constantly engage in battles and seize Dao Bones; otherwise, relying solely on the monthly Dao Bones provided by the Yan family, progress would be slow.

However, after the last battle, both the Insect and Blood Races need to recover their strength, and Blue Water likewise requires rest.

Frankly speaking, within the next three to five years, this war zone might not see intense conflict, only minor skirmishes at most.

If seeking peace, staying in Blue Water is undoubtedly a very good choice; however, if truly seeking peace, Lu Ye might as well return to the rear at the home planet, where he would never have to engage in combat.

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