Primordial Harem System

Chapter 322 Fang Lian

The bustling streets of Sacred Lotus City greeted him with their familiar chatter. Market stalls lined the roads, offering everything from exotic herbs and rare artifacts to delicious street food.

Shen Yuan meandered through the streets, stopping occasionally to observe a particular item or vendor.

He purchased a pouch of fragrant tea leaves from a merchant he vaguely recognized from his last visit and casually went to check up on a winery he remembered.

[Yuan'er, are you going to buy out the entire market here like you did in the outer sect?]

Yue Lan asked in a teasing tone.

"Haha, of course not, I have better things to do now," he said while tasting a different wine.

After an hour of exploring, Shen Yuan made his way toward a quieter part of the city.

The vibrant markets and bustling crowds gradually gave way to serene courtyards and well-maintained residences.

He stopped in front of a particular courtyard. Its gates bore a modest insignia of two crossed swords over a shield—a mark of a mercenary association.

Shen Yuan smiled faintly as he pushed the gates open, the creak of the hinges echoing in the quiet surroundings.

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The courtyard was simple yet orderly. Training dummies and sparring areas occupied one side, while a modest residence stood at the back. The air was filled with the faint scent of metal and leather.

A woman stood near a training dummy, her movements precise and fluid as she practiced with a pair of short swords.

Her dark hair was tied back in a high ponytail, and her leather armor bore faint scuff marks from frequent use. Her expression screamed of her extreme focus as she practiced her martial arts.

"Still as sharp as ever, Lian Fang," Shen Yuan called out, leaning casually against the gatepost.

Lian Fang froze mid-strike, her sharp eyes snapping to him. A mixture of surprise and recognition flickered across her face before she straightened, sheathing her blades. She approached with a respectful bow.

Lian Fang nodded in agreement. "The key is isolating their forces. Their strength lies in their ability to mobilize quickly. If their communication and supply lines are severed, they'll struggle to respond."

Shen Yuan tapped the map thoughtfully. "And their financial assets? Do they rely heavily on trade from these outposts?"

"Exactly," Lian Fang replied. "Their wealth is tied to their businesses in Moonlit River City and Jade Serpent City. Disrupting these would cripple their operations."

Shen Yuan leaned back, a smirk playing on his lips. "You've done well, Lian Fang. This information will be useful when I annex the Silver Fox Sect."

Lian Fang bowed deeply. "It's an honor to serve, Young Master Yuan. When the time comes, my blade will be at your command."

Shen Yuan nodded and thought aloud, "Now, should I attack the base of their sect head-on or think about a reason?"

Lian Fang raised an eyebrow, wondering, 'Does Young Master want to use the forces of his sect to annex the Silver Fox Sect?'

Without letting her thoughts interfere, she replied, "Attacking them head-on won't be an issue as they are not aligned with the righteous sects and are basically an assassin organization."

"Yes, that's exactly what I'm thinking. I doubt anyone will point fingers at me even if they find out about it." Shen Yuan nodded his head.

"Alright, that's what we will do. Prepare yourself. We will leave immediately for the Silver Fox Sect base," Shen Yuan said while standing up.

Lian Fang's eyes widened in surprise. "Huh? Right now? To their base? Without any preparation? Are you sure about this?"

Shen Yuan smirked. "Of course. It's about time I check up on my new strength. Go and prepare for now."

Lian Fang struggled for a moment before gritting her teeth and nodding her head. "Very well, Young Master. I will follow you to the base of the Silver Fox Sect."

As Lian Fang left to prepare for the journey ahead, Shen Yuan leaned back in his chair, his fingers drumming lightly on the table as he thought about his plan for the Silver Fox Sect.

[Yuan'er, there's someone you've been neglecting recently,] Yue Lan's playful voice broke the silence.

Shen Yuan raised an eyebrow. "What is it this time, Lan'er?"