At that moment, Xia Liu saw not Ghost Ink, but a stern-looking figure.

A presence of authority, sharp brows and eagle-like eyes, middle-aged appearance.

Although no energy leaked from this middle-aged man, Xia Liu knew.

He was definitely not Ghost Ink.

Because Ghost Ink cultivates the Ghost Gate Technique.

He absolutely cannot possess such an aura.

Since he is not Ghost Ink, but his body contains the energy Xia Liu left on Ghost Ink.

It proves one thing!

He has transferred the energy I set!

A terrifying idea appeared in Xia Liu's mind.

"Devour!"

This middle-aged man devoured Ghost Ink!

Just as Xia Liu held the teacup, staring at the middle-aged man.

Suddenly, the middle-aged man raised his head, his sharp gaze sweeping directly towards Xia Liu.

Regarding this inscrutable gaze and identity, Xia Liu showed no sign of anything out of place.

He calmly withdrew his gaze, refilled the teacup, and continued savoring the taste of Spiritual Tea.

And that middle-aged man no longer looked at Xia Liu, he glanced around once and then left.

After the sky returned to calm, Xia Liu tidied up and set off towards the City Lord's Mansion.

Before returning, he must deal with this matter.

Being attacked cannot be settled so easily!

This time, meeting Xia Liu was City Lord Xue Ao.

A month ago, Xue Ao heard from Mo Wentian about Xia Liu's visit.

Yet he did not meet him, regretting deeply in his heart.

He thought he would never meet Xia Liu again, but today he came voluntarily!

The maid came up with a tea tray, and Xue Ao personally handed it to Xia Liu.

Having the unfathomable ability to destroy the Beast Taming Sect, Xia Liu's strength is undeniable.

Being able to befriends such a promising young cultivator, Xue Ao could not be more excited.

"Daoist Fellow Xia, I thought you went back to the Huaxia Realm, didn't expect to see you again."

Holding the teacup, Xue Ao smiled uncontrollably.

"I was supposed to go back, but before I do, I wanted to handle some personal matters."

After some pleasantries, Xia Liu went straight to the point.

"Oh? What personal matters, if I can help, I will without hesitation!"

"I truly need City Lord Xue's help."

Xia Liu was straightforward, unaware of the information about powerful figures in Thousand Mechanisms City, Xue Ao could provide clues.

Xue Ao had no objections, after witnessing Xia Liu's capabilities, he was determined to befriend Xia Liu.

"I discovered recently that my attacker, Ghost Ink, seems to have switched skins..."

Xia Liu then explained everything that happened today, especially the appearance of the middle-aged man.

Xue Ao fell into deep thought.

He seemed to have an answer yet appeared confused, Xia Liu waited quietly.

"Daoist Fellow Xia, the mysterious man you mentioned is likely Liu Tianba, the patriarch of the Liu Family."

Ultimately, Xue Ao spoke out.

"Liu Family huh..."

Xia Liu murmured, suddenly understanding.

Seems his guess was correct, just unwilling to believe, merely clashing with Liu Xiang in words and actions.

He could actually have Liu Tianba hire Ghost Ink to attack him.

It appears that the Liu Family has rotted to an extreme.

"Daoist Fellow Xia, where did the feud with the Liu Family start, why would Liu Tianba send someone to attack you?"

"If I say, this could be because Liu Xiang and I do not get along, would you believe it?"

Xue Ao smiled slightly: "Hehe, Liu Xiang, a famously spoiled youth in Thousand Mechanisms City, two-faced, most sinister among young ones, vengeful and petty."

"Who is the strongest cultivator in the Liu Family?"

Xia Liu asked coldly.

Hmm?

Xue Ao suddenly felt a burst of killing intent.

Although faint, it was definitely killing intent, Xia Liu intended to kill!

"Being attacked, if silent, the Liu Family's face will soar to the sky."

Xia Liu always believed, if not provoked, he doesn't retaliate; if provoked, he retaliates tenfold.

"The strongest in the Liu Family is Liu Tianba, the others are on par with the elders of the Beast Taming Sect, you should dispatch them easily."

Recalling what he saw that day, Xue Ao still felt lingering fear.

Xia Liu's capabilities definitely exceeded his own.

Though only at the fourteenth level of Qi Cultivation, without true Half-Step Consolidation cultivation, nothing could hinder him!

"Liu Tianba, what a domineering name, but very unfortunate!"

"Daoist Fellow Xia, can you wait a bit, recently the Liu Family is acting very unusual, I might get involved too..."

"Oh? What does the Liu Family plan to do?"

Xia Liu was intrigued, seems the Liu Family not only targets him but has bigger plans.

"I recently had someone secretly observe, Liu Tianba was seen frequenting several major influential forces, as for what he spoke of, I do not know, but surely not good."

Xue Ao couldn't provide an answer immediately, but he was certain Liu Tianba was brewing a storm.

Regarding how Thousand Mechanisms City might fare, he couldn't tell, only taking one step at a time.

"I see, being able to spot Liu Tianba at the Xiao Residence entrance, he's likely discussing matters."

"Correct! The Xiao Family is considered an influential force within Thousand Mechanisms City, with two cultivators at the fifteenth level of Qi Cultivation, having decent prestige."

"I understand now, in that case, I will wait another half month, if no movements are seen then, I'll act."

Xia Liu wasn't joking, delaying by half a month was the limit of ordinary friendship.

"Alright! In half a month, I should be able to uncover more."

Xue Ao couldn't refute, but felt even more delighted.

With Xia Liu's involvement, even if Liu Tianba plans something grand, he must consider his own strength.

And the family's foundation, if it can't even match the Beast Taming Sect, only destruction awaits!

"Daoist Fellow Xia, I've arranged a great guest room for you, please don't refuse."

"Haha, then I can only thank City Lord Xue."

Xia Liu laughed heartily.

Afterward, Xia Liu was personally led by Xue Ao to a courtyard.

Looking at the flowers and plants in the garden, the bamboo fence, his heart state began to change.

During this waiting period, Xia Liu did not plan to be idle.

He found Mo Wentian and discussed how low-rank cultivators should utilize pills.

Ensuring definitely no unstable foundation phenomena occur.

Soon, half a month passed.

During this time, Xia Liu learned much, particularly gaining a piece of news.

Three months later, Dao Guang might reveal a mysterious pill prescription.

Highly likely the prescription for the Foundation Establishment Pill.

As for its authenticity, Mo Wentian couldn't guarantee.

Regardless, hearing the words 'Foundation Establishment Pill', Xia Liu's blood boiled.

Rumor has it, the Foundation Establishment Pill can moderately increase a cultivator's chance of breaking through bottlenecks.

Only cultivators at the fifteenth level of Qi Cultivation can consume it.

After several days of excitement, Xia Liu heard a chilling piece of news...

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