Feng Shui Turns in Cycles

Lan Yuxian, along with Lan Bailin and several team members she had recruited, escorted Lei Jie and Chi Long away quickly.

The remaining purgers quickly surrounded Gu Jinlai, each with a broad smile on their face.

"Truly worthy of being called the Ancient Martial King, his single move left the Thunder Realm with nowhere to escape."

"Lei Jie is a big shot ranked ninth on the list of extremely dangerous people, with a bounty of 2.2 billion. We were able to capture him this time thanks to the intervention of the Ancient Martial King. I think that after Captain Lan leaves, the new captain of the Purifier team will be none other than the Ancient Martial King."

"Of course, I'd like to congratulate Captain Gu in advance."

Everyone offered their congratulations.

They all knew that Lan Yuxian's position as captain wouldn't last long.

Originally, once Lan Yuxian left, the captain position would either be chosen from Dong Yuji and Hei Jian, or it would be parachuted in like Lan Yuxian.

But its emergence Gu Jinlai has been like a dark horse.

With combat power comparable to the peak Celestial Person level, he is more than qualified to serve as the captain of the Purifier squad.

If previously, those important figures could say they lacked the seniority and achievements of their Gu Jinlai, then now...

Assisting Martial Saint Zong Yan in capturing Lei Jie and Chi Long was undoubtedly a great achievement.

With his formidable strength and this great achievement, no one can take away his position as captain of the Southeast District of the Purge Department.

"You all are very kind. Before the appointment from above is issued, no one knows who will be appointed as the captain."

Gu Jinlai, no one has ever become complacent because of the congratulations from others.

A month ago, the competition between Pan Dali and Jin Yuhai was already imminent.

But what was the result?

No one got the captain's position; it was taken directly by Lan Yuxian, who was parachuted in.

Neither of them was even a vice-captain.

Especially just now...

Gu Jinlai looked in the direction Lan Yuxian had left, his eyes narrowing slightly.

In reality, he had no choice but to intervene given the situation just now.

He was the purger; it was his duty.

As long as he remains in the Purifiers department, he cannot stand idly by in the face of the cultists.

It is only right for law enforcement officers to arrest cult members.

Like law enforcers on Blue Star.

If he chose to let a major criminal go when arresting him simply because his superior was suppressing him...

Then how is his behavior any different from that of those who embezzle and break the law?

Moreover, Fang Yan from the Fang Family is trying every means to find fault with him.

A Purifier who had clearly demonstrated combat power comparable to a peak Celestial Person was unable to even hold off another peak Celestial Person for ten breaths; anyone would know there was something wrong with that.

Extorting Lan Yuxian was actually just a side effect.

"However, this matter is not so simple to end."

Gu Jinlai separated from the rest of the Purifiers team and headed towards the Inner City.

At this moment, Lan Yuxian, Lan Bailin, and others had already escorted Lei Jie and Chi Long to the Purifier Headquarters.

Next, professional purgers will interrogate them, forcing out more out-of-control individuals and cult members.

The two of them returned to the Lan family with the commendation from the Purifiers headquarters.

"The 700 million contribution points have been credited to your account!"

Lan Yuxian couldn't contain her joy. "Lan Yuhua thought he was safe after destroying a legion led by a demon king and gaining 900 million contribution points. He never expected that I would have such an opportunity! I actually assisted Zong Yan Martial Saint in capturing Lei Jie alive! 600 million plus 700 million, that's a full 1.3 billion! What can Lan Yuhua use to compete with me?"

"Congratulations, Miss! Unless Lan Yuhua can replicate the miracle of defeating the Demon King's army once again, the spot to go to the cave for further study is already yours."

Lan Bailin said with a big smile.

"He can never replicate that record."

Lan Yuxian said confidently, "Not to mention the time constraints, even the Demon King Legion was defeated because of his good luck. Before the competition for the quota was announced, he had found out the specific information about that legion. So he used this information, which he had already obtained, to successfully defeat this powerful legion that he could just barely take down, and gained 900 million contribution points in one go."

From this perspective, Lan Yuhua cheated.

But there's no way to talk about this openly.

Like her, she also went to great lengths to find clues about Liu Zhenyuan and Shang Tielong, but in the end she still couldn't find their true identities.

Ironically, it was an unexpected turn of events that forced the Thunder Realm to emerge.

"Miss's journey to the grotto for further study is indeed foolproof."

Lan Bailin nodded.

At this moment, he seemed to have thought of something and suddenly said, "This time, we were able to hold off Lei Jie and allow Martial Saint Zong Yan to arrive immediately, all thanks to Gu Jinlai's all-out effort. We need to find some time to properly thank this Ancient Martial King..."

"Grateful?"

Lan Yuxian sneered, "Do you think that people from Gu Jinlai would be so kind as to readily help us deal with the Thunder Realm?"

"Um?"

Lan Bailin was taken aback.

"The reason why they have made a move in Gu Jinlai is because they want our Lan family's Xuanhuang Zhenyue Pagoda!"

Lan Yuxian's fair, jade-like face made no attempt to hide her disgust for Gu Jinlai: "What a ridiculous demand! You want my Lan family's Dao artifact? Do you really think you can bargain with me just because you have considerable combat power with a single Divine Ability?"

"Miss didn't agree to his request? Then why did he make a move?"

Lan Bailin asked, puzzled.

"The situation was critical at the time, and I agreed as a matter of expediency. But who would believe a verbal agreement if I didn't acknowledge it? If he really wanted to make the matter public..."

Lan Yuxian wore a cold, knowing smile, "As a Purger, not only did you disobey the captain's order to besiege the Demon Cultists, but you also took the opportunity to covet the Dao artifact in the captain's possession. What kind of behavior is this? Extortion? Or... is it simply an attempt to endanger Wind and Rain City, disregarding this hidden threat to Wind and Rain City?"

Upon hearing this, Lan Bailin immediately understood and exclaimed, "A truly qualified leader is one who knows how to use people effectively. Miss is truly wise and decisive. I would never have been able to come up with such a solution in that situation."

"Different identities naturally lead to different ways of looking at problems. His combat power Gu Jinlai is indeed remarkable. Even the Thunder Realm was restricted by his Divine Ability power and found it difficult to escape. If you were to do the same, and he came looking for you afterward, you would not be able to bear the consequences of deceiving him. But I am different."

As Lan Yuxian spoke, her long hair flowing, making her even more ethereal. "I am someone who is about to go to the Cave Heaven for further cultivation. After completing my cultivation there, I will most likely break through to the peak of the Celestial Person and be bestowed with a supreme treasure. I may even have the chance to enter the Saint Realm in one fell swoop. As for Martial Kings who have never been able to condense their martial will, like those in Gu Jinlai, I have offended them. No matter how unwilling they are to accept what I have done, they have to keep quiet and endure it."

As she spoke, she smiled faintly, "Perhaps when I return after becoming a Saint, he will have to take the initiative to curry favor with me."

Lan Bailin nodded in sudden realization. "Yes, yes, we Martial Kings are naturally no match for Miss. You are like a star in the sky, dazzling and brilliant. It is a blessing for Gu Jinlai has ever served you. They should be happy."

Lan Yuxian nodded.

She brought Lan Bailin with her and they soon arrived at the Lan family home.

The matter of the Thunder Realm was personally handled by a powerful figure like Martial Saint Zong Yan, and as a top force in Wind and Rain City, they naturally received the news.

Naturally, they also learned of Lan Yuxian's merits in capturing Lei Jie and Chi Long.

There are only three days left before Li Lanyuxue returns and leads her people to the capital.

With a huge gap between 1.3 billion and 900 million, Lan Yuhua was unable to reverse the situation in just three days.

Realizing that Lan Yuxian would soon rise to prominence, the Lan family's higher-ups, who had previously been somewhat hesitant, came to visit her with great enthusiasm, offering various gifts and best wishes.

Even some of the Lan family members who were originally burning incense in front of Lan Yuhua switched to Lan Yuxian's side, making her courtyard extremely lively.

In contrast is Lan Yuhua's original courtyard.

The place, which was bustling with people not long ago, is now deserted.

The principle that fortunes change is perfectly illustrated at this moment.

This is the scene that Gu Jinlai.

"A difference of four hundred million is not a huge amount. Lei Jie alone is worth 2.2 billion, but it is not a small amount either. Bodhi Seed, Liu Zhenyuan and others, including Shang Tielong, all have bounties of over four hundred million."

Gu Jinlai around for a while, Gu Jin booked a private room in a restaurant not far from the courtyard and waited quietly.

Less than an hour later, he saw Lan Yuhua hurriedly leave the Lan family with several Martial Kings and Primordial Spirit True Lord.

These people are all optimistic about Lan Yuhua and are willing to invest heavily in him to help him win this spot.

The fact that the two Celestial Person of the Lan family are competing for this spot does not preclude them from using their connections and favors.

The reason why Wu Tianya supported Lan Yuxian's parachuting into the Purifier Squad was because she had some connections.

Seeing this, Gu Jinlai transmitted his voice and said, "Lan Yuhua has slain the demon envoy. I am Gu Jinlai. Please come to Yun Cui Lou for a private talk."

Lan Yuhua, who had just left the Lan family and was planning to make the most of the last two days, was taken aback. Then she looked towards Yun Cui Lou.

At an open window, Gu Jinlai gestured for him to enter.

Lan Yuhua's expression changed several times, but in the end he still said a few words to the people around him and told them to leave first.

He then stepped onto Yun Cui Lou and entered the private room where Gu Jinlai had been staying.

"If it weren't for you, my spot to study at Taihao Cave Heaven would already be secured. What would there be to talk about between us?"

Lan Yuhua's expression was rather unpleasant.

"The number of spots for entering the grotto-heaven for cultivation... until the very last moment, who can say for sure?"

Looking at this Celestial Person from the Lan family, Gu Jinlai chuckled and said, "Just like now, it seems you're about to lose this spot, but now that I'm here, maybe there will be a new turning point."