Transmigrator's Guide to Conquering Another World

According to the information previously gathered by the rabbits.

Yang Bolin's realm is at the Foundation Establishment Eighth Layer, while Yang Wanli, the patriarch, is a cultivator at the First-Layer Core Formation Realm.

Yang Bolin is slightly younger than the old man in purple robes who perished during the siege of Chixian City, approximately sixty to sixty-five years old.

Yang Wanli is about ten years older than Yang Bolin, just over seventy.

Being one of the seven core cities in the Southern Domain, the resources Ziqiong City possesses need not be mentioned.

Neither the former Chixian City nor Sheepback City, even combined, could compare to a thousandth of Ziqiong City.

Thus, the think tank of the rabbits once made a conjecture:

Yang Bolin's realm is probably genuine, as he has long been responsible for various commercial dealings, perhaps having little time for cultivation.

However, Yang Wanli's cultivation most likely has hidden depths.

Before, the rabbits did not have enough evidence to prove this, so it was temporarily placed as an observation name.

But with Yang Wanli's current appearance, this conjecture has unexpectedly been confirmed.

Because around Yang Wanli, a layer of purple light is distinctly visible.

This light is called the Dao rhythm.

Dao rhythm only appears on cultivators above Core Formation Stage Four and is the most basic process before condensing a Nascent Soul.

Which means...

Yang Wanli's realm is at least above Core Formation Stage Four!

Watching Yang Wanli flying in from a distance.

For a moment, Ma Ning even had a question in his mind:

This patriarch of the Yang family...

Is he really just of dual spiritual root aptitude?

But this question did not last long and was dispelled by the momentum of Yang Wanli's swift arrival.

At this moment.

Yang Wanli's already authoritative expression became even more solemn, looking much like Kangxi scolding his ministers back then—or one might say actor Chen Daoming.

He landed lightly, retracting the Dao rhythm.

His gaze quickly swept around before he asked Yang Bolin:

"Bolin, what happened?"

Yang Wanli was originally cultivating in the mansion, regulating his breath, when suddenly he noticed a talisman in his sleeve start to burn.

This talisman was of very low value, barely a first-class, a standard common item.

But its burning characteristic was unusual—it signified a major incident involving Yang Zhengchu had occurred and was extremely urgent.

Therefore, Yang Wanli did not dare delay and hurried over, without even having time to retract his Dao rhythm.

Hearing his elder brother's question.

Yang Bolin adjusted his breath and recounted the words Ma Ning had said earlier:

"Brother, Shopkeeper Ma just came to your foolish brother with a suggestion.

It is...

If the clan can grant the Taoshu Commerce Association a few spots to go to the Demon Abyss, Shopkeeper Ma and his people are willing to assist Fifth Granduncle in breaking through the realm."

The Fifth Granduncle Yang Bolin mentioned refers to Yang Zhengchu.

Upon hearing these words.

A flash of astonishment appeared in Yang Wanli's eyes, evidently shocked.

However, having reached the position of patriarch of the Yang family, Yang Wanli did not lose his composure as long as his brother did.

He was silent for a while, then looked solemnly at Yang Bolin and asked:

"Bolin, the information about Fifth Granduncle... was it you who informed Shopkeeper Ma?"

Yang Bolin quickly shook his head:

"Your foolish brother has never mentioned anything about Fifth Granduncle. If Brother does not trust me, you may use the Heart Inquiry Talisman!"

The Heart Inquiry Talisman is an extremely precious third-class talisman.

Its effect somewhat resembles the truth serum in Harry Potter, able to detect if a person is lying.

However, its activation conditions are a bit more stringent, requiring the activator to have no resistance mindset.

Such a talisman must be refined by a cultivator who has overcome their heart devil tribulation at the perfection of the Core Formation Realm, involving some psychic power, making it much more rare and expensive than a Sword Qi Talisman.

Yang Wanli lightly glanced at his brother.

To be honest.

He trusted Yang Bolin very much since they were born of the same mother, knowing well about his temperament and character.

But the existence of Yang Zhengchu involves too many things, even if he could pass through this hurdle, it would be difficult to explain to the other clan elders.

Therefore, eventually, using the Heart Inquiry Talisman is an inevitable step, and even he, the patriarch, will get implicated to some extent.

However, now is not the time to talk about responsibility, what Yang Wanli cares more about is...

How should this matter be handled?

Then he gave Ma Ning a deep look, called over someone nearby, and said to Ma Ning:

"Shopkeeper Ma, this matter is significant and requires careful discussion.

The Skyline Formation is time-consuming and demanding, surely your side is also physically and mentally tired, why not go with Housekeeper Wang to the side room to rest for a while."

Ma Ning looked up at the person who came; this person seemed quite familiar to him, precisely the main steward of the Yang family who often visited the Purple Treasure Pavilion.

Then he politely cupped his hands and said:

"Then I'll trouble Housekeeper Wang."

Ma Ning's mood at this moment was not light, and could even be said to be somewhat tense.

But he deeply understood the weight of his responsibility, so he almost gritted his teeth to maintain a calm facade.

If he showed fear, all plans would fall short.

Yang Wanli's reaction was within his or rather the think tank's expectations.

Saying to go to the side room to rest was, in fact, a temporary restriction of freedom.

If something goes wrong, those sumptuous dishes could become a last meal before death.

Of course, such a situation was unlikely.

After Ma Ning was taken away.

Yang Wanli remained silent for a moment and activated another talisman.

At the same time, he formed a hand seal and flew with Yang Bolin to the Yang Family Ancestral Hall.

After reaching the ancestral hall.

Yang Wanli used certain methods and finally, after several turns, arrived at a highly concealed secret chamber.

About a quarter of an hour later.

Five figures quietly appeared in the secret chamber.

The newcomers were four men and one woman, all over fifty years old, with impressive aura and appearance.

These five were the Yang family's strongest, aside from Yang Zhengchu, all at least Seventh-Layer Core Formation Realm.

Two were on the surface, and three in the shadows, the deepest foundation of the entire Yang family.

After a few people appeared.

A tall, one-eyed old man spoke first:

"Wanli, you summoned us here in haste, has there been any change within the clan? Or has something major happened at the Demon Abyss?"

This man was named Yang Wangcai, the name was common, but his cultivation was not.

At the Seventh-Layer Core Formation Realm, he was the second strongest in the Yang family on the surface.

Yang Wanli first saluted Yang Wangcai and the others with the courtesy of a junior, then took out a talisman.

Swoosh——

He snapped his fingers to ignite it.

At the moment the talisman ignited.

The only woman among the five immediately focused her gaze, and a word slipped out:

"Heart Inquiry Talisman?"

Yang Wanli gently nodded and then affixed the Heart Inquiry Talisman to Yang Bolin's chest, saying:

"Bolin, repeat what you said earlier."

Yang Bolin let the talisman burn on his chest and said calmly:

"This matter begins with the story of the Skyline Formation...."

Then he told the entire story again from beginning to end.

The floating array involves three of the giant flying ships in the entire Yang family, without the decision of the clan elders it could not be arbitrarily traded.

Therefore, the necessity of the Heart Inquiry Talisman became apparent, even for the patriarch who initiated its use.

After listening to Yang Bolin's recount.

The room suddenly fell into a deep silence.

However, moments later.

A figure appeared amidst them, face shadowed, characteristics of the Eighth-Layer Core Formation Realm, called Yang Wenbing:

"Bolin, are you certain you haven't mentioned anything regarding the Fifth Granduncle to Shopkeeper Ma?"

Yang Bolin replied urgently:

"Brother, I have never divulged anything about the Fifth Granduncle. If Brother does not believe it, let the Heart Inquiry Talisman confirm it!"

The Heart Inquiry Talisman is a rare talisman of the third rank.

It works somewhat like a truth serum in Harry Potter, capable of detecting lies.

But its activation conditions are slightly tricky, requiring the activator to have a non-resistant mindset.

Such a talisman needs to be crafted by a Perfection of Core Formation Realm cultivator who has overcome their heart-devil tribulation, involving certain psychic powers, making it much rarer and more expensive than things like the Sword Qi Talisman.

Yang Wanli glanced lightly at his brother.

To be honest.

He trusted Yang Bolin deeply, being born of the same mother and knowing him well.

But the existence of Yang Zhengchu involved too many things, even if he could easily pass this, it would still be difficult to explain to the other clan elders.

Therefore, using the Heart Inquiry Talisman is almost an inevitable procedure, even he, the patriarch, would be implicated as well.

However, now is not the time to discuss responsibility, what Yang Wanli cared more about was...

How to handle this matter?

Then he gave Ma Ning a deep look, summoned someone from the side, and said to Ma Ning:

"Shopkeeper Ma, this matter is of great importance and requires careful discussion.

The Skylines Array is time-consuming and labor-intensive. Surely your side is also physically and mentally exhausted, why don't you follow Housekeeper Wang to the side room for a short rest."

Ma Ning looked up at the person who came, quite familiar with him, as he was often in and out of the Purple Treasure Pavilion, the general manager of the Yang family.

Then he politely bowed and said:

"Then I will trouble Housekeeper Wang."

At this moment, Ma Ning was not at ease, he was even a bit tense.

But he knew very well the great responsibility that rested on his shoulders, so he pressed his teeth together and maintained a calm appearance.

If he showed fear, all the plans would come to nothing.

Yang Wanli's reaction was within his expectations, or rather, the think tank's expectations.

Saying to take a rest in the side room was, in reality, a temporary restriction on personal freedom.

If something goes awry, those sumptuous meals might end up being the last meal before heading to the execution ground.

Although this situation was unlikely.

After Ma Ning was taken away.

Yang Wanli remained silent for a while, then activated another talisman.

He snapped his fingers, igniting it.

Then, suddenly, five figures appeared silently in the chamber.

Among them, four men and one woman, all appeared to be over fifty, and their auras were powerful.

All of them, except for one woman, were at least at the Seventh-Layer Core Formation Realm, the pinnacle of tangible power in the Yang family.

Two were known publicly, while three worked in the shadows, covering the larger flying ship of the Yang family, only upon the resolution of the elders that unsanctioned deals could occur.