Playing with fantasy beasts in the martial arts world

Chapter 109 Preparations Before the Rescue (Bonus Chapter for Xiao Yuke's 10,000 Yuan Reward!)
Xiang'er has been arrested!?

When the news reached Huang Rong through the Earth-Dwelling Rat, and was then quickly relayed to Guo Jing, Yang Guo, and even Huang Yaoshi, who was in seclusion researching leg techniques, these masters, who had gathered from three generations, were all enraged!

Liang Xiao probably didn't know that Guo Xiang was also called Little Guo Xiang, Little Eastern Heretic, and the baby raised by Leopard Milk.

In the original timeline, why was Yang Guo so special to Guo Xiang?

That's her 'own' daughter! The baby he'd been raising and feeding for a long time!
Guo Xiang was taken away by Li Mochou at birth, and Yang Guo took her back and raised her by his side.

It could be said that Guo Xiang recognized her 'godfather' before she even recognized her mother.

My daughter is turning sixteen, how can we not celebrate properly?
He really didn't think too much about it, and he never expected that because he was so amazing, no matter how hard a certain young monk who had left the monastic life tried to catch up, he could never replace him.

For three grandmasters and one innate master, it would be incredibly easy for these four experts to evade the spies and reunite with Cha Nan. In less than the time it takes for an incense stick to burn, they met in an empty room in the Liu residence.

"Who is this Liang Xiao? You specifically told him to be proficient in formations and arithmetic, but is he particularly skilled in these areas?" Huang Rong asked directly as soon as she saw Cha Nan; now was not the time for formalities.

As a mother, it's already quite remarkable that she can still make calm judgments.

Cha Nan nodded and said, "Although I personally despise his character, I have to admit that he is impeccable in martial arts, formations, and arithmetic. I can even assert that given enough time to grow, his future is limitless!"

At this point, Cha Nan actually wanted to use the Parul Ball to subdue Liang Xiao. If he had Liang Xiao as his dog, it would be much easier to create unique skills in the future, since Liang Xiao was the one who could create a heaven-defying divine skill like the 'Zhouliu Liuxu Gong' that would attract heavenly tribulations.

However, while the materials are sufficient to create a higher-level, superior Paluk, in addition to unlocking the corresponding technology, a Paluk crafting station must also be unlocked. The expenditure of technology points alone is beyond what Chanan can afford.

To be honest, Cha Nan wasn't confident about using the same methods to control Liang Xiao as Bai Sun. The methods that could restrain Bai Sun might not be able to restrain Liang Xiao.

Unless there is a better way to handle and detain him, Cha Nan would rather waste such a great talent than leave himself with potential problems.

Of course, it's too early to talk about these things now; let's focus on achieving our goal first.

Although there are three grandmasters present, theoretically they could easily gang up on Liang Xiao, but there's no guarantee that Liang Xiao won't have helpers. Moreover, given that the opponent is prepared, the level of trouble he will be is predictable.

In addition, we must also be wary of the Mongols using this as a diversionary tactic to launch a surprise attack on Xiangyang.

Therefore, Guo Jing might actually need to stay in Xiangyang to oversee the situation.

Fortunately, Huang Yaoshi arrived, and Yang Guo, a strong and capable master, provided a safety net. Yang Bamei also helped defend Xiangyang City; otherwise, the manpower would have been insufficient to cover all the resources.

"In that case, I must have a go at him!" Upon hearing this, Huang Yaoshi's eyes brightened. He too was a prodigy with decades of experience, and he truly wanted to see what skills this person, worthy of such praise from Cha Nan, possessed.

Huang Rong turned to Guo Jing and said, "Brother Jing! You can't go. You have to stay in Xiangyang City..."

Seeing Guo Jing hesitate, Huang Rong gave him a forced smile, and said to Cheng Ying, "Sister Cheng Ying! I'll have to trouble you to disguise yourself as me to help Brother Jing stabilize the situation."

In fact, Cheng Ying is taller than Huang Rong. Huang Rong is a typical petite woman from the Jiangnan water towns, but Cheng Ying has long legs and is slender and graceful. If she were to disguise herself as Huang Rong, there would be many flaws.

But there was no other choice now. Lu Wushuang was out of the question; her limp would be too easy to spot. As for Guo Fu… Garlic Bird! Garlic Bird! Let’s not talk about her! It’s too hurtful to mention her. Cheng Ying nodded in agreement.

"Father! Once we find Xiang'er, you will take control of the situation."

"Guo'er... Aunt Guo begs you, you must save Xiang'er." Huang Rong pleaded, looking at Huang Yaoshi and Yang Guo one after the other.

Her words sounded strange and incoherent, but upon closer examination, it became clear that she was pleading with Huang Yaoshi not to be reckless, and also asking Yang Guo to be more tolerant and take the lead in the direct confrontation when he was about to fight.

It seems selfish, but she had no choice.

We can't sacrifice the father to save our daughter.

Given Huang Yaoshi's age and physical strength, if he were to fight a young master like Liang Xiao, he would definitely be exhausted in less than fifty rounds. If they were to fight to the point of unleashing their full power, Huang Yaoshi would most likely die on the spot.

Hong Qigong and Ouyang Feng simply fought each other's internal energy, and both of them died on the summit of Mount Hua.
Back then, they were much younger than Huang Yaoshi is now.

Huang Yaoshi and Yang Guo were both very perceptive, so they naturally understood Huang Rong's unspoken meaning. They nodded in agreement at the same time. Even Huang Yaoshi, a proud man, did not hesitate to fight a tough battle in the face of his daughter's slightly pleading eyes.

Huang Rong was analyzing and planning ahead, explaining to everyone how to deal with Liang Xiao and the various variables that might occur. Cha Nan was also considering whether he should bring those magical beasts... or rather, humanoid Palus to deal with Liang Xiao.

"Monarch Melupa and Cloud Deer are definitely necessary to bring. The former is the main attack tank, and the latter ensures basic safety and is able to withdraw from the battlefield at any time."

"Should we bring Kakarot? Liang Xiao saw Kakarot's abilities last time. If I were Liang Xiao this time, I would definitely take targeted precautions. Kakarot is short-ranged. If we can't get close enough to fight Liang Xiao, we'll be at a significant disadvantage and waste a team slot."

"But if I don't bring Kakarot, what other mythical beasts should I put in my inventory slots?"

Cha Nan's mind flashed quickly through the images of the magical beasts she possessed, as well as their skills and the skills of her companions.

Before long, Cha Nan had an idea.

This time, he was going to rescue Guo Xiang with Huang Yaoshi, Yang Guo, and Huang Rong. It wasn't his turn to be the main attacker, so apart from the necessary attack and escape methods, he should position himself as an 'support'.

Once he found his own niche, he knew exactly which mythical beast to bring.

After discussing and making preparations, Huang Yaoshi also voluntarily entered Cha Nan's Palu Ball and became the new signatory of the 'Equal Contract'. Then, Cha Nan, carrying three Palu Balls, left Xiangyang City after nightfall and headed straight for the small bamboo forest thirty miles south of the city.

The night was deep and still, the moon was hazy and the clouds were thick. A cold wind blew through the desolate bamboo grove. This bamboo grove, which was originally elegant and cool in the summer, now looked withered and desolate.

Although bamboo is an evergreen plant, its condition in winter is obviously not the same as in summer.

Even as Cha Nan stood outside the small bamboo grove, she could already sense layers of strange, eerie cold mist enveloping it.

It's quite obvious that this place has been enchanted by an array... perhaps more than one layer!
(End of this chapter)