“Has something happened?” Billy was taken aback once again.
“I received news that there might be internal issues within the Akabuchi Chamber of Commerce,” Elder Xavier responded.
“What kind of issues?” Billy asked, still puzzled.
“I’m not entirely sure about the specifics,” Elder Xavier shook his head and added. “It’s said that Kole Wooler was ambushed by a powerful individual about ten days ago and was severely injured, remaining in a coma since then.”
“Currently, all affairs of the Akabuchi Chamber of Commerce are being handled by their eldest son. I’ve heard that many people from Miss Wooler’s faction have been forced to leave the chamber. I’m worried Miss Wooler might also be affected!”
“Hmm?” Billy frowned slightly after listening to Elder Xavier.
“Boss, should we go back and take a look?” Azure Dragon asked.
“Yes!” Billy nodded slightly and then turned to Elder Xavier. “Elder Xavier, I don’t know when I’ll be able to return after I leave this time. Before I go, I want to set up a Gathering Spirit Array for the Institute.”
This was also the reason he came to see Elder Xavier today!
Billy would never forget the kindness Canyon View Institute had shown him and his companions. Without Elder Xavier and the Institute, they wouldn’t have come this far!
His contributions to the Institute were quite limited, so the least he could do was set up a Gathering Spirit Array to repay some of the Institute’s kindness.
“You know how to set up a Gathering Spirit Array?”
Elder Xavier was surprised, and Spencer Bailey and Matthew Lawrence also showed expressions of astonishment.
They knew very well what a Spirit Gathering Pearl was!
A high-level Spirit Gathering Pearl was something every warrior dreamed of, more useful than some high-level cultivation resources.
Most importantly, a Gathering Spirit Array was an inexhaustible resource. As long as there was spiritual energy in the world, the array would function!
A high-level Gathering Spirit Array was extremely precious, even in Akabuchi City.
If the Institute could have a high-level Spirit Gathering Pearl, its strength would definitely return to its peak over time!
“Elder Xavier, my Boss’s Gathering Spirit Array is top-notch. Probably no one in the entire Akabuchi star domain can match it!” Judge boasted on behalf of Billy.
Casey and others: “…”
Judge, isn’t that a bit too much?
Although the Five Element Gathering Spirit Array set up by the Boss was indeed good, there are always people better than you. How do you know there’s no one in this vast star domain who can set up a higher-level Gathering Spirit Array?
Not to mention, the large Gathering Spirit Array at Black Rock Gorge last time was probably beyond what the Boss could currently set up.
“Billy Boy, setting up a Gathering Spirit Array should take quite some time, right? Why don’t you go back to Akabuchi City first and do it next time?” Elder Xavier suggested.
“It’s fine; it won’t take more than a few hours!” Billy replied. “Elder Xavier, just find me a place.”
“In that case, I’ll leave it to you!” Elder Xavier didn’t insist further.
Soon, they arrived at a small valley in the back mountain of the inner courtyard. Billy surveyed the terrain and found it suitable for setting up the array.
With everyone’s help, Billy began setting up the array.
Given his current level of spiritual power, setting up a Gathering Spirit Array was no longer a difficult task.
In less than ten hours, an array covering the entire valley had taken shape.
Billy then took out dozens of king-grade spirit stones from his storage ring to activate the array.
When Elder Xavier led a group of elders into the array, they couldn’t help but marvel.
Conservatively estimated, the concentration of spiritual energy inside was at least seven or eight times that outside the valley!
Cultivating here would significantly accelerate growth!
“Elder Xavier, what do you think? Didn’t I tell you my Boss is amazing?” Judge proudly said to Elder Xavier.
“Indeed, very impressive!” Elder Xavier nodded and looked at Billy. “You truly are a genius!”
“Elder Xavier flatters me!” Billy smiled.
“Thank you, Mr. Billy!” Spencer Bailey expressed his gratitude to Billy.
“Thank you, Mr. Billy!” Matthew Lawrence and other members of the Elder Pavilion echoed.
“Dean, elders, there’s no need for thanks. Compared to what the Institute has done for us, this is just a small gesture!” Billy responded with a smile.
“Alright, we’re all family; no need for formalities,” Elder Xavier said with a smile before turning to Billy. “You should head to Akabuchi City first; I’ll come find you in a few days!”
“Okay!” Billy nodded.
“The waters of Akabuchi Chamber of Commerce run deep; be careful!” Elder Xavier added.
“Thank you for the reminder!” Billy replied.
After exchanging a few more words, Billy and his companions took their leave.
The next morning, they returned to their inn in Akabuchi City.
“Boss, should we go directly to Akabuchi Chamber of Commerce?” White Tiger asked Billy.
“You all wait at the inn; I’ll go check it out first,” Billy thought for a moment before responding.
“Boss, Akabuchi Chamber of Commerce is not like the Whitney family; it’s too dangerous for you to go alone,” Casey said. “I’ll go with you!”
“Billy, I’ll go with Aubree and Ivy,” Harleen added.
“No need…” Billy started to say.
Before he could finish, a figure stumbled in and collapsed on the ground, covered in wounds and coughing up blood.
“Elder Matteo?!”
Everyone exclaimed in unison.
The person was Matteo Wooler, Lydia Wooler’s personal guard!
“Mr. Billy…” Matteo Wooler looked at Billy and managed to say a few words before passing out.
“Hmm?” Billy frowned slightly.
He quickly walked over to Matteo Wooler and used his spiritual power to examine his injuries.
“Billy, how is he?” Harleen asked after a while.
“Over seventy percent of his meridians are shattered; it’s a miracle he’s still alive!” Billy frowned again.
He then took out silver needles and began treating Matteo Wooler.
Given his current cultivation level, treating such injuries was no longer a big deal. Moreover, his blood had near-miraculous healing properties.
In less than two hours, Matteo Wooler’s condition stabilized.
A few minutes later, Matteo Wooler regained consciousness.
“Elder Matteo, your injuries are no longer life-threatening. However, it will take ten days to half a month for you to fully recover,” Billy said with a faint smile.
“Thank you, Mr. Billy!” Matteo Wooler expressed his gratitude with a bow.
“No need for thanks; it was just a small effort,” Billy replied with a gust of wind that lifted Matteo Wooler back up.
“Mr. Billy, please save Miss Wooler!” Matteo Wooler knelt down again.
“Elder Matteo, get up first!” Billy helped him up. “Tell me what happened. How did you get injured like this?”
“The president was ambushed recently and barely survived!” Matteo Wooler took a deep breath and began explaining everything.