The Ice Cold Palace Refused to Submit

The moment Shi Yuan finished speaking, the scene fell silent.

All eyes turned to Shi Yuan, who stood in the center of the Dao Platform.

Damn it!

This is going to be rolled up!

Just how much do you want to improve?!

They were all fully aware of the current situation of the Vajra Gate.

Seeing Shi Yuan fawning over him like this, Zhao Feng immediately lost his composure:

"Master Shi, your Vajra Gate's Ancestor is nearing the end of his life, and even the normal cycle of Golden Core transformation is becoming increasingly difficult within the sect."

Can you afford to spend 500,000 low-grade items every year?

Don't try to appear richer than you are; if you can't produce the goods when the time comes, you'll become a laughing stock in the cultivation world.

A few days ago, this old guy was showing off his Third Stage low-level Earth Origin Spirit Fruit.

At that moment, I even had the thought of killing that old bastard.

But they were also afraid that Zhang Xuanchen would hold them accountable later.

The only thing to do was to suppress this burning jealousy.

But now they're causing trouble again, damn it.

He immediately demanded 500,000 Low-grade Spirit Stone.

Isn't this just trying to make the Zhang Family look bad?!

Upon hearing Zhao Feng's words, "No, no, no, you can't say that. After my Vajra Gate submitted to the Zhang Family..."

Those forces that want to cause trouble for my sect again will have to think twice.

Without external suppression and humiliation, our sect can still afford to offer 500,000 Low-grade Spirit Stone annually.

Sect Leader, one shouldn't be too short-sighted.

Hearing this, Zhang Xuanchen was both amused and exasperated.

Initially, I thought Shi Yuan was a bit clever for not being the first to step forward.

But now it seems like nothing special.

To avoid hurting the harmony, Zhang Xuanchen said, "Alright."

In the past, you paid tribute to the Nine Splendor Sword Sect in the same amount as you paid tribute to the Zhang Family.

Not too much, but definitely not too little!

Master Shi, Clan Leader have seen your loyalty.

However, regarding the Spirit Stone, a donation of 300,000 will suffice.

Upon hearing this, Shi Yuan quickly apologized:

"Clan Leader Zhang is a man of noble character and cares for his subordinates, which Shi admires."

From this day forward, my Vajra Gate will surely utterly destroy the Zhang Family!

You can go up to the mountain of swords or go down to the sea of fire without hesitation!"

Seeing Shi Yuan so obsequious, the group of forces were filled with contempt.

What benefits could the Zhang Family possibly offer you with such groveling?

What an idiot!

Just as they were looking down on him, Zhang Xuanchen burst into laughter.

"Very well, this Clan Leader has never been stingy with rewards for those who are loyal to the Zhang Family and have made contributions to the Zhang Family!"

As he spoke, he casually tossed out two lotus seeds, saying, "These are two mid-grade, third-tier, seven-aperture glazed lotus seeds."

It has the effects of improving cultivation level, eliminating poison, purifying Law Power, and consolidating the foundation.

This will greatly help in breaking through to the Golden Core stage; take it and refine it!

He was using this incident to tell everyone that if they were loyal to the Zhang Family and made contributions to the Zhang Family, he would not be stingy with rewards.

Shi Yuan instinctively caught the two Lotus Seed that flew towards him.

Sensing the pure essence within, his eyes suddenly reddened.

It's not that he lacks backbone!

He wouldn't have done this if the Vajra Gate still had any hope.

No one but himself could understand the feeling of watching the sect he led gradually decline.

These two Seven-Aperture Glazed Lotus seeds could significantly increase his chances of breaking through to the Golden Core stage.

This is truly a timely help.

He immediately bowed deeply to Zhang Xuanchen: "Thank you, Clan Leader Zhang!"

The kindness of Clan Leader Zhang will be forever remembered by our Vajra Gate!

When the others saw Shi Yuan bowing in gratitude again, their eyes no longer held contempt or mockery.

All that remains is sighing and envy.

As for robbing?

Even if they had ten lives, they wouldn't dare to steal what the Zhang Family gave them.

Zhang Xuanchen waved his hand. "Okay, you may leave."

The next force, let's see who makes the statement!

The moment Zhang Xuanchen's voice fell, Wang Teng Sect Leader of the Xuandan Sect, strode forward:

"The Xuandan Sect is willing to submit to the Zhang Family and will offer an annual tribute of 300,000 Low-grade Spirit Stone!"

"The Thousand Sword Sect is willing to submit to the Zhang Family and pay an annual tribute of 300,000 Low-grade Spirit Stone!"

Time passed second by second, and most of the Golden Core Faction present had already expressed their opinions.

Currently, all factions are required to pay an annual Spirit Stone of 300,000 Low-grade Spirit Stone.

This has been a tradition in the South Sea Immortal Continent for countless years.

Each year, Qi Refining factions must submit one thousand Low-grade Spirit Stone to Foundation Establishment factions.

Foundation Establishment factions must submit 10,000 Low-grade Spirit Stone to Golden Core Faction annually.

Upon reaching the Golden Core Faction, one's strength undergoes a qualitative change, requiring the submission of 300,000 Low-grade Spirit Stone to Nascent Soul stage forces annually.

If the faction has Half-step Nascent Soul expert, then they need to hand over 500,000 Low-grade Spirit Stone.

Zhang Xuanchen's gaze turned towards the Ice Cold Palace.

At this moment, among all the factions present, only the Ice Cold Palace remained silent.

"Senior Dou, that's enough time."

Have you thought it through?

Dou Yuan's expression tightened upon hearing his name called.

Stepping forward, he inquired:

"Clan Leader Zhang, my Ice Cold Palace has no intention of submitting at this time."

Swish, swish, swish!

All eyes were on Dou Yuan, Ling Yun, and Ling Han.

His eyes were filled with schadenfreude.

This Ice Cold Palace, how brave you are!

Do they really think that having a Half-step Nascent Soul cultivator in charge is enough to defy the Zhang Family, who possess a true Nascent Soul True Lord?

That's suicidal!

Zhang Xuanchen narrowed his eyes slightly. "Oh?"

Why?

Dou Yuan looked up at Zhang Chongxian's eyes, his throat was a little dry, and his voice trembled slightly as he said:

"Silent Void True Lord, Clan Leader Zhang."

My Ice Cold Palace is located in the northernmost region, far from the inner domain.

It has been centuries since it has been involved in the minutiae of the domain.

Moreover, the area is located on a barren Ice Plain with few industries.

There were no surplus resources to offer as tribute.

Therefore, my Ice Cold Palace only wishes to live our own lives behind closed doors, and we humbly request that Clan Leader Zhang grant our request.

Upon hearing this, Ling Yun staggered back a few steps.

His eyes were filled with fear.

He regretted it.

He regretted going to this treacherous banquet with Dou Yuan.

Ling Han, on the other hand, was overjoyed!

Yes! That's it!

Kill that old bastard Dou Yuan!

In this way, we can get through the crisis safely without having to ask Zhang Xuanbing for help!

This way, Zhang Xuanbing would owe her a favor.

Zhang Xuanchen's low voice, tinged with a hint of killing intent, rang in everyone's ears:

"If I remember correctly, before the Nine Splendor Sword Sect closed its gates."

Does the Ice Cold Palace donate 500,000 Low-grade Spirit Stone every year?

Why is it that things don't work out with the Zhang Family now?

Is it true that the family is poor, or is it that they look down on the Zhang Family?

The voice wasn't loud, but everyone present could hear the anger and murderous intent in it.

Clang!

A sword's cry suddenly rang out.

The Evil-Breaking Sword at Zhang Chongxian's waist suddenly rose into the air!

A terrifying Sword Intent condensed in the sky, and a chilling, Nirvana Sword Intent spread out from it!

The overwhelming pressure from Nascent Soul Middle Stage cultivator caused a dramatic shift in the political landscape!

All the weight was placed on Dou Yuan!

Thump!

Even someone as powerful as Dou Yuan had no chance to resist under this oppressive force.

He knelt directly on the ground.

Click!

His knee shattered instantly, and excruciating pain swept through his entire body.

Dou Yuan looked terrified!

Only at that moment did he realize the gap between himself and Zhang Chongxian!

He was certain that if he continued to be stubborn, he would never leave Xuanxiao Mountain!

He immediately begged for mercy, saying:

"Merciful True Lord! Clan Leader Zhang, spare my life!"

I must have been senile and remembered it wrong before.

Although my Northern Border Ice Plain are barren, I can still come up with 500,000 Low-grade Spirit Stone!

My Ice Cold Palace is willing to submit!