Under One Person: Dressed as Lü Liang, with vests all over

"Please welcome Hu Tianbiao!"

As soon as Gao Lian finished speaking, his figure and appearance changed immediately. His mouth protruded forward and became longer, like that of a fox.

Seeing this, Zhang Xuan and Wang Ye immediately stepped forward warily, wanting to protect Lü Liang, but Lü Liang stopped them.

"It's okay, you two take a rest, I can handle it."

"Heh, you're quite confident."

Upon hearing Lü Liang's words, Gao Lian's voice was rough and unlike his usual tone.

At the same time, his pupils changed from oval to vertical, flashing with excitement.

"Shh!"

The next moment, Gao Lian's sharp claws swung towards Lü Liang, and a piercing sound of air being torn apart echoed wherever they went.

Unfortunately, before he could get close to Lü Liang, he was blocked by a red energy blast that appeared out of nowhere.

These red energy projectiles, no bigger than marbles, emitted an intense heat and floated densely in the air, making people shudder.

"boom!"

Gao Lian alertly withdrew his stance and retreated, but he was still affected by the explosion of these Qi bombs. A piece of his suit sleeve was blown off, and his right hand was also covered in red.

"Hmph! You've got some skills, huh?"

Gao Lian steadied himself, glanced down at his reddened hands, and looked away with some disdain.

Lu Liang stood there leisurely, sizing up Gao Lian's changed appearance: "A fox spirit you summoned?"

"Heh, you do have some knowledge."

Gao Lian grinned, revealing long, sharp teeth. He sniffed lightly with his long, pointed nose, and his bright yellow eyes gleamed with excitement.

"Your spirit is far stronger than that traitor's."

"However, you're still a bit short of showing off in front of me."

……

As soon as he finished speaking, Lü Liang noticed that a fluffy tail had appeared behind Gao Lian.

Its large, yellowish-brown tail is about half a person's height and looks fluffy and harmless.

But in the next instant, the fur on this fluffy tail suddenly scattered, each hair becoming sharp as a needle, and it swept towards Lü Liang in a massive attack.

At the same time, Gao Lian used the momentum of the hair to rush forward, his movements as fast as lightning.

His fingernails continued to grow longer and harder, like sharp cones, heading straight for Lü Liang's vitals.

Not only that, Gao Lian opened his mouth wide, revealing sharp teeth, as if he wanted to tear the spirit off Lü Liang's body.

That's a bit impolite!

As Lü Liang spoke, he activated the black Qi in his palm, releasing a trace of the pressure emanating from the Spirit Binding and Commanding Technique.

Sensing this oppressive aura, Gao Lian instinctively flinched, his attack momentarily halting.

Those hairs were instantly blown away by the Qi bomb.

The second attack failed, and Gao Lian's face showed a hint of frustration. His vertical pupils narrowed, and his gaze fell on Lü Liang's dark pupils.

"The art of binding spirits... it is indeed quite special. No wonder Liu Kunsheng fell for it before..."

Gao Lian sneered and said sarcastically:
"But if you think you can deal with me with this, you're being too naive."

"Once we leave Shanhaiguan, we can only be a clone, and our strength will naturally be greatly reduced. But now, this is our territory!"

"Is it?"

A slight smile appeared on Lü Liang's lips, his eyes narrowed, and the black Qi in his hand surged violently.

Since obtaining the advanced method of the Dual-Hand Technique from Jishetang, his cultivation efficiency has increased significantly, and his life cultivation has grown much faster.

The effect of his Spirit Binding and Commanding Technique at this moment was far superior to that of Feng Xingtong during the Luo Tian Grand Ceremony.

Sure enough, as Lü Liang made his move, Gao Lian's face grew increasingly grim, and he could no longer even maintain his composure.

A moment later, Lü Liang raised his index finger and beckoned:

"Come!"

With that low shout, a black spirit was pulled out of Gao Lian's body.

The black spirit transformed into the shape of a fox as soon as it landed.

Unlike its previous arrogant demeanor, it was now much more subdued, and its tail was no longer as fluffy as before.

Its whole body was tense, desperately resisting the control of the spirit-binding generals.

……

At this time, Gao Lian also regained his original appearance and figure.

As soon as he opened his eyes, he immediately and hastily ended his "spirit possession" and told Hu Tianbiao to leave.

After successfully seeing Hu Tianbiao off, Gao Lian breathed a sigh of relief. He then turned his gaze to Lü Liang, a bitter smile appearing on his lips.

He couldn't help but think to himself: You really can't trust what a fox says.

Last night, he and Hu Tianbiao agreed that if they encountered the person who made Biao Ye feel threatened, Biao Ye would test the other party's abilities to confirm whether the other party could really control spirits.

That's why he asked a deity to possess him, but he didn't expect that once they started fighting, Master Biao would go all out and even use the "Ten Thousand Fox Needles".

Fortunately, the other party did not intend to break off relations and allowed Hu Tianbiao to leave at the last moment.

Gao Lian felt a wave of fear. If the other party had forced the spirit to be bound, Hu Tianbiao would probably not have survived today.

During the Luo Tian Grand Ceremony, the Feng family considered the overall situation and therefore did not forcibly take Liu Xian for themselves.

But the person standing in front of him at this moment was Quanxing.

The Quanxing people have always acted without any taboos, and even if they disregard the overall situation, there is nowhere to reason with them.

……

Thinking of this, Gao Lian looked at Lü Liang and asked:
"The extraordinary technique you just used was Spirit Binding and Commanding, wasn't it? To master two of the Eight Extraordinary Techniques by one person is truly remarkable..."

Just now, when Gao Lian dragged the three unconscious Harada Yusuke out of the bushes, he had already guessed Lü Liang's identity.

Skilled in disguise, possessing a wealth of intelligence, and incredibly audacious... coupled with Lü Ci's strange attitude when he left, Gao Lian instantly made a guess.

He had previously heard rumors that Lü Liang possessed multiple supernatural abilities.

However, those people probably didn't expect that summoning spirits and commanding generals would be one of them.

Gao Lian put his hands in his pockets, a gossipy glint in his eyes, and teased:

"Feng Zhenghao is quite generous, even willing to pass on such a treasure as the Eight Extraordinary Techniques to you."

"It seems that the gossip about arranged marriages on those forums was true."

Upon hearing this teasing remark, Lü Liang smiled but remained silent.

His ability to control spirits and command generals wasn't taught by Feng Zhenghao, but rather obtained from Wang Bing.

As for the relationship with the Feng family that Gao Lian mentioned, Lü Liang felt somewhat ashamed. He had previously promised to cooperate with Feng Shayan to frame the Wang family and would keep in touch frequently.

But he hasn't contacted Feng Shayan since the last chaotic incident, and the Feng Da Group might be cursing him right now.

Thinking of this, Lü Liang awkwardly raised his hand and touched his nose.

He retorted, "I didn't expect that Manager Gao, at his age, would be so gossipy..."

Upon hearing this, Gao Lian paused, a rare hint of embarrassment appearing on his face.

However, he quickly regained his composure and questioned Lü Liang:

"So, you're acknowledging your identity and abilities?"

As Gao Lian asked the question, he kept a close eye on Lü Liang's expression.

Unfortunately, he didn't see any panic or surprise on Lü Liang's face, as if Lü Liang had expected this situation.

Gao Lian immediately realized what was happening, and his eyes narrowed behind his glasses:
"You knew all along that I had discovered you?"

"Yes."

Lü Liang smiled and pointed to the top of Gao Lian's head, then slowly said:

"Although you control your expression very well, the person in your hall is not one to be easily restrained."

“I sensed it the moment you brought your men here.” Gao Lian’s expression changed upon hearing this.

Last night, Biao Ye expressed great interest in this matter. Before he even invited the gods, it couldn't help but peek inside, which is not surprising.

However, even he himself couldn't sense Biao Ye's emotions, but the other party did.

This ability to summon spirits and command generals is truly extraordinary.

Thinking of this, Gao Lian looked up at Lü Liang and asked:

"The company has been looking for you. If you show up, aren't you afraid you won't be able to leave?"

Upon hearing these threatening words, Lü Liang remained relaxed, even shrugging as if to say, "Go ahead and try."

Gao Lian was taken aback upon seeing this, and then awkwardly adjusted his glasses.

Yes, even Hu Tianbiao couldn't handle him, so what ability does he have to prevent the other party from leaving? Besides, the two people standing next to Lü Liang also seem to be quite capable.

He and his team members alone certainly couldn't handle it.

Having figured this out, Gao Lian lost his desire to confront him.

He lifted his foot, about to turn and leave.

……

"Manager Gao, please wait a moment."

Lü Liang called out.

Upon hearing this, Gao Lian turned around with a puzzled look on his face.

“Director Gao,” Lü Liang said with a smile, looking at Gao Lian, “since you know my identity, don’t you have any other thoughts?”

"What are your thoughts?" Gao Lian asked in return.

"You've probably heard about my abilities, right? I can reattach severed limbs and restore damaged meridians... Manager Gao, this ability should be very useful to the people around you."

Upon hearing this, Gao Lian was immediately horrified.

He looked at Lü Liang with a wary expression and said coldly:

"How did you know?"

Lu Liang shrugged and said sincerely, "I didn't mean anything by it, I was just showing concern."

"If I really wanted to do something, I wouldn't have needed to say it."

"I'm bringing this up now simply to make some deals with Manager Gao."

Upon hearing this, Gao Lian's expression softened slightly.

He took out a cigarette from his pocket, lit it, took a deep drag, and then slowly said:

"Some time ago, I heard that Tian Jinzhong of the Celestial Master's Mansion had suddenly recovered from a leg injury that had been disabled for many years. I was so excited that I immediately went to investigate the matter."

"It's impossible for me not to be tempted by the treatment that can improve the condition of limbs that have been disabled for many years."

“I even secretly used company resources to investigate the whereabouts of that fake Lin Yin.”

As he spoke, Gao Lian looked up at Lü Liang and said with certainty:
"However, I will not do that."

"Oh?" Lu Liang's eyes showed a hint of curiosity as he asked, "Why? Is it because of the company's stance?"

"No, it has nothing to do with the company."

Gao Lian shook his head, a gentle smile flashing in his eyes, and continued:

"To be frank, compared to my daughter, the positions of company and regional manager are not that important."

"The reason I don't say it is because I don't trust them."

"Don't you trust me?"

"No, I don't trust the Eight Extraordinary Techniques."

Gao Lian continued:

"Although I have never seen the Eight Extraordinary Skills in person, I have heard of them."

"For example, the Tongtianlu's ability to draw talismans in the void and the ability to summon spirits at will are both extremely powerful."

"Especially the Spirit Binding and Commanding. During the Luo Tian Grand Ritual, that Deng family kid who had studied abroad almost suffered a great loss because of it. Not only did he fail to shine in the competition by relying on the immortals, but he also became a foil for the Feng family."

Gao Lian's gaze fell upon Lü Liang:
"Although the Gao family does not have any ancestral secret techniques, my Gao Lian lineage has always been shamans, so I still have some understanding of the way of summoning spirits."

"The ability to control spirits and command generals was something Feng Tianyang realized, and it should be closely related to the great shaman of Liangshan."

"The techniques of the Liangshan shamans are easily devoured by spirits."

"The effects of the Spirit Binding and Commanding skills are indeed very strong, but according to what I've learned from the Wang family, the flaw still exists. In fact, because Spirit Binding is too easy, it has become even more obvious."

Gao Lian slowly said, "If the Spirit Binding Technique has flaws, then the other seven extraordinary techniques are likely to have the same flaws."

"I don't want to take any chances."

Upon hearing this, Lü Liang raised an eyebrow. He had originally intended to use Er Zhuang's matter to exchange with Gao Lian for some information related to the Jia Shen Rebellion.

Unexpectedly, there was an unexpected gain, which led to the discovery of the Liangshan shaman.

Lü Liang recalled that the old Celestial Master had mentioned that the sacred objects of the Liangshan shaman had been missing for many years, and were very likely used in rituals.

The Liangshan shamans were originally the direction Lü Liang wanted to investigate, but he didn't expect to come into contact with them ahead of time.

Thinking of this, Lü Liang continued, "It seems that Director Gao knows a lot about the Liangshan shamans."

"I wouldn't say I understand them; they've never gotten along well with our group of shamans."

Gao Lian exhaled a puff of smoke and slowly said:

“Our lineage of shamans has worshipped the spirits for generations in exchange for their help at crucial moments, but the Liangshan shamans focus on collecting and commanding spirits.”

"Moreover, the Liangshan shamans, who claim to be 'divinely appointed,' despise the spirit mediums as 'five unorthodox immortals.'"

"Therefore, these two factions have never gotten along well. In fact, even the copper and iron divine bells of the Liangshan shamans and the incense passed down from the ancestors of the shamans can interfere with each other."

Lü Liang listened attentively to the intelligence, his eyes shining slightly.

So it turns out that even the shamanic sect has sacred artifacts passed down through generations.

……

Noticing Lü Liang's expression, Gao Lian threw the nearly burnt-out cigarette on the ground, stomped it out, and then looked up and said:

"Today, you didn't forcibly summon the spirit, so I owe you a favor. Consider these messages a gift to you."

"That's all I know about the Liangshan shamans. If you want to know more, you can ask someone else."

"Who?"

"The sorceress."

Lü Liang immediately understood who Gao Lian was referring to—Guan Shihua.

Among the ten, the Northeast shaman is one of them, namely Guan Shihua, who is known as the "spirit medium".

It is said that this leader of the Northeast shamanic sect is exceptionally talented, had his own shrine early on, and was once Wang Ai's goddess.

During the battle at the Sky-Piercing Cave, she and her master, Liao Huzi, also provided assistance to the Tang Clan.

Such a person, besides the Liangshan shaman, must have had some knowledge of the Jia Shen Rebellion.

Moreover, the "incense for inviting the gods" is a sacred object that meets the requirements, so it might be possible to borrow it for use.

Lü Liang immediately made a decision: he would go and see Guan Shihua.

Just as Lü Liang was pondering, Gao Lian raised his hand to glance at his watch, and then spoke:

"I've said everything I needed to say. You can go now. I'll report your whereabouts to the company later."

Upon hearing this reminder, Lü Liang did not move, but continued to look at Gao Lian and said:
"Thank you for the information, Mr. Gao. However, I have one more question to ask."

"what is the problem?"

Gao Lian frowned and asked, but soon his impatience turned into shock.

Because he heard Lü Liang ask:

"Gao Gen, where are you now?" (End of Chapter)