Before Ning Fa went to see Wei Shiqin.
After Wei Shiqin learned of Ning Fa's new position, she very thoughtfully prepared another jade slip for him.
It contained a detailed introduction to the major powers of Thousand Wave Lake, including some formidable individuals.
Although the Ning Family also had similar intelligence, and at a higher level, Wei Shiqin's information was more meticulous.
It included an introduction to the newly established Chang Kong Alliance. Besides the three Foundation Establishment cultivators, the most outstanding formidable individual was Shi Shaoyang, nicknamed "Cloud Lotus Sword."
This person possessed exceptional talent, not only having top-grade spiritual roots but also possessing very impressive swordsmanship talent.
Over the years, he had risen to prominence, successively defeating some of Thousand Wave Lake's renowned Qi Condensation experts.
Not long ago, Shi Shaoyang single-handedly slew five late-stage Qi Condensation Calamity Cultivators and managed to escape from a Foundation Establishment Calamity Cultivator.
His reputation soared, making him famous throughout Thousand Wave Lake, and his influence was unparalleled.
Many believed that Shi Shaoyang could already be compared to Ning Huarong of the Ning Family, or even surpass Ning Huarong, who had failed in her Foundation Establishment attempt and suffered damaged foundations.
The fact that this person was currently a guest at the Huang Family's residence was undeniably bad news.
Ning Yunhui hesitated and said, "Vice Hall Master, why don't we wait until the people from the Chang Kong Alliance leave before taking action?"
Although the others didn't speak, their faces clearly showed agreement.
Clearly, Shi Shaoyang's reputation had also reached the Ning Family.
Despite Ning Yunhui and the others having personally witnessed Ning Fa's extraordinary strength, they still lacked confidence that Ning Fa could contend with Shi Shaoyang.
However, Ning Fa flatly refused, "No! According to Elder Huang, Shi Shaoyang intends to wait for the premium Blood Fang Rice to mature and be the first to consume it. He'll likely stay at the Huang Family's for a long time, and that's too long."
Delaying the resolution of the Huang Family's affairs would not only lower the Ning Family's high-ranking members' evaluation of him, but he had also promised Wei Shiqin that he would refine the Soul Quenching Pill within three months.
Therefore, the Huang Family's matter had to be resolved quickly.
If Shi Shaoyang was foolish enough to interfere, then they would just have to fight.
He was very confident in his current strength.
Despite the man's great reputation, he wouldn't be intimidated.
Seeing that Ning Fa had made up his mind, Ning Yunhui and the others dared not persuade him further.
Subsequently, led by Huang Cunshan, they flew towards Bright Yellow Island.
However, before leaving, Ning Fa kept Ning Liuan behind.
The stated reason was to look after the mother and son, but the real reason was understood by everyone.
Huang Cunshan could only offer a wry smile, not daring to voice any objection.
Before long, the group arrived at the dock of Bright Yellow Island.
The entire Bright Yellow Island was protected by a mid-grade second-tier formation, the Elemental Light Flame Array.
The source of spiritual energy was the second-tier Spirit Vein on the island.
Only a few entrances and exits were left, and all passage required inspection.
The Huang Family ancestors had also been prosperous, having produced Foundation Establishment cultivators, otherwise, they wouldn't have been able to possess this second-tier Spirit Island.
After this Foundation Establishment ancestor passed away, they were still able to retain this Spirit Island.
Besides the efforts of the Huang Family members, their luck had also been exceptionally good.
Ning Fa, having made preparations, gave him, Ning Yunhui, Ning Yuwen, and another cultivator at the ninth level of Qi Condensation named Ning Qingxiang, a cloak each.
This was a special artifact for concealing aura, reaching the top-grade in rank.
It could lower the wearer's presence by a minor realm, allowing them to deceive Qi Condensation cultivators.
Otherwise, the four of them, being late-stage Qi Condensation cultivators, entering Bright Yellow Island would be too conspicuous.
It could easily attract detailed inspection from the guards, and if some special detection artifacts were used, this cloak artifact might also become ineffective.
As soon as the dock guards saw Huang Cunshan, they immediately saluted.
However, the guard leader, upon seeing Huang Cunshan bringing four unfamiliar cultivators, hesitated and asked, "Fifth Elder, who are these fellow cultivators?"
Huang Cunshan, with a calm expression, smiled and said, "These are also fellow cultivators from the Chang Kong Alliance. I went out earlier to welcome these distinguished guests."
The guard leader scanned Ning Fa and the others with his divine sense, finding them to be only at the fifth or sixth level of Qi Condensation, and his expression immediately relaxed.
But he still cautiously took out an octagonal dharma plate, intending to begin the spell.
Huang Cunshan, however, said impatiently, "Don't you trust the people I brought? Stop wasting time, Young Master Shi has been waiting for us for a long time."
The guard leader hesitated for a moment, but then waved his hand, allowing them to pass.
After entering Bright Yellow Island, Huang Cunshan noticed no one was around and led Ning Fa and the others to a secluded corner.
Ning Fa then took out a jade plate, on which was a drop of silver liquid.
Ning Fa flicked his finger, and the silver drop instantly transformed into ripples of water that spread outwards.
They directly exceeded the boundaries of the jade plate, and an indescribable fluctuation flashed before everyone's eyes.
Ning Fa and the others waited quietly.
At this time, a grand banquet was being held in the core area of Bright Yellow Island.
The Huang Family's higher-ups were hosting a group of cultivators from the Chang Kong Alliance.
The current patriarch of the Huang Family, Huang Shuheng, along with several other Huang Family elites, personally attended to the guests.
Sitting next to Huang Shuheng was a young man with sharp eyebrows and bright eyes.
He was dressed in white, with a face as fair as jade.
Although he wore a smile, a sharp aura like a keen sword still emanated from him, making him exceptionally imposing.
He sat among the crowd like a crane among chickens, drawing everyone's gaze.
This person was none other than the renowned "Cloud Lotus Sword," Shi Shaoyang, of the Chang Kong Alliance.
Besides him, there were three other cultivators from the Chang Kong Alliance in the late Qi Condensation stage.
In addition to them, there were also three cultivators from the Meng Family.
The foremost among them was Meng Ruoqi, who was as beautiful as a celestial being.
Everyone present couldn't help but steal glances at her.
Even Shi Shaoyang frequently looked at her, a hint of ardor in his gaze.
Beside this woman was a young man in a black robe.
He was exceptionally handsome and looked somewhat similar to Meng Ruoqi, though he was rather taciturn.
The other person was an elder who looked as if he were on his last legs, his face full of wrinkles.
His eyes were narrowed, and he seemed to be dozing off.
The host, Huang Shuheng, laughed heartily and said, "Today, the Cloud Lotus Sword, famous throughout Thousand Wave Lake, and the jewel of the Meng Family have graced our Huang Family. It truly brings glory to our humble abode."
The current head of the Huang Family had a ruddy complexion, a square face, and his hair and beard were meticulously groomed, exuding considerable authority.
Shi Shaoyang smiled and replied, "Patriarch Huang praises me too highly. My reputation is merely a fleeting vanity, nothing to be proud of."
"However, Miss Ruoqi truly deserves such praise. I, Shaoyang, have long heard of Miss Ruoqi's beauty. It was only recently that I had the chance to meet her, and only then did I realize that rumors couldn't even describe a fraction of Miss Ruoqi's beauty. It is truly regrettable that I did not meet Miss Ruoqi sooner."
Shi Shaoyang looked at Meng Ruoqi with affectionate eyes, his admiration unconcealed.
Huang Shuheng immediately chimed in, "Haha, it's not too late now. I believe you two are a perfect match, a match made in heaven."
The other Huang Family cultivators echoed his sentiments.
Shi Shaoyang's smile deepened.
Meng Ruoqi, however, smiled gracefully and said, "I am truly flattered, Young Master Shi. You are a dragon among men, and I, Ruoqi, have long heard of your reputation. Meeting you now is also my destiny."
Upon hearing this, even Shi Shaoyang, with his composure, couldn't help but beam with joy.
Just as he was about to speak, Meng Ruoqi turned to Huang Shuheng and smiled faintly, "Patriarch Huang, you should be aware of our reason for coming. How much of the premium Blood Fang Rice can you spare for us? The price is negotiable."