It was night, at the Tianxia Association's base.
"Mr. Ode, what do you do all day besides compete? The Flake Gold in the warehouse is almost gone."
Yuan'er crossed her arms and looked at Wang Changle with a puzzled expression.
"If it's not enough, just buy more. Here's 6 million. Also, buy me another 10 jin of Flake Gold powder. The rest is yours. Happy now?"
Wang Changle chuckled sheepishly and transferred all the money he had just withdrawn from Fat Dragon to Yuan'er.
Hmm, using my own money to bet on myself to win, what's that called? That's called rational financial management. Using the company's money to bet on myself to win, what's that called? That's called benefiting the company.
"No wonder there are so few Artifact Refiners like you. Your profession is too expensive."
Yuan'er tucked her hair behind her ear, glanced at the money that had arrived, and couldn't help but mutter.
"Yeah, lately during the matches, I've been having new ideas. I'll trouble you then, Sister Yuan'er."
After careful calculation, if he had another 10 jin of Flake Gold powder, it should be enough. Although Yuan'er grumbled a bit, she was a good girl.
After sending Yuan'er off, Wang Changle returned to his room, took out a milk bottle, and began to draw his own blood, then slowly absorbed a Life Essence.
Although his Mark Space was already filled with over a dozen blood bottles, it was still far from enough for his plan.
In the room, scarlet blood dripped into the bottle, drop by drop.
The next day, the arena.
"Mal'furion Ode versus Ling. Ode wins!"
[Hunter, your main quest (2) Luotian Grand Ceremony - Stage 2, rank increased, reward has been upgraded]
Wang Changle slowly walked out from the corner and bowed apologetically to Ling.
In this match, Wang Changle had used invisibility three times. After exhausting most of his opponent's Qi, he relied on his defense to drain the opponent's stamina again and secure the victory.
Ling seemed to have anticipated this situation, merely smiling bitterly and shaking his head without saying anything further.
However, Ling truly hadn't expected that this guy, after defeating Zhang Lingyu, would still be able to fight so sneakily despite already having a certain level of renown.
But for Wang Changle, the outcome was far more important than the process. He clearly understood his position as a Hunter of the Cycle Paradise, not an Otherworldly Person from Under One Person. Everything was for the mission!
Ten minutes later, outside the stadium, by a small path.
"Pah, worthless trash. A bastard from the Feng Family, a coward. He's worthy of being my next opponent? What are you looking at, you useless scum!"
Wang Bing tilted his head back and spat at Wang Changle, his face full of disdain. Behind him, Feng Xingtong looked at Wang Bing with regret.
"I finally understand why Elder Wang doted on you so much. Children without parents truly are endearing!"
Wang Changle said coldly, spreading his hands and shrugging, with a look of "I'm not your dad, so I'm helpless too."
"What did you say? You're just a dog of the Feng Family. Your master hasn't even spoken, so what right do you have to bark at me!"
Wang Bing's face turned furious. This person, who came from humble beginnings, dared to disrespect him, the young master of the Wang Family.
"Weren't you supposed to fight the Beast Taming Girl Mao Xiaocui today? Where did you find this guy?"
Wang Changle sat down next to Feng Xingtong. As for Wang Bing's roaring, this was Dragon Tiger Mountain, and he wouldn't dare lay a hand on him even if given ten times the courage.
"No, I heard Mao Xiaocui was expelled from Dragon Tiger Mountain for trespassing in the Celestial Master's Mansion's backyard and injuring a Taoist boy. My opponent is Wang Bing of the Wang Family."
Feng Xingtong said with great annoyance. If it weren't for Wang Bing's existence, Grandpa Wang Zizhong wouldn't have dissipated.
"So you lost?"
Wang Changle was stunned. Didn't he give Feng Xingtong the staff?
"Yes, I lost. I lost miserably. And Grandpa Zizhong... But, Brother Wang, thank you! If it weren't for the staff you gave me, I probably wouldn't have even had the chance to surrender."
Feng Xingtong's eyes were filled with gratitude. He spread out the completely shattered staff. If it weren't for the triple-shot staff, Grandpa Zizhong might have been possessed.
"You don't need to thank me, thank President Feng! But I can help you get revenge for this!"
Wang Changle said, patting Feng Xingtong's shoulder. He hadn't expected that the causal correction of the timeline would still lead to them meeting.
But Mao Xiaocui sneaked into the Celestial Master's Mansion at night and injured a Taoist boy?
I have to say, some Contractors are just too arrogant sometimes. Not only did they sneak into the Celestial Master's Mansion at night, but they even dared to act within it. Was she trying to kill Gong Qing directly?
At this thought, Wang Changle smiled helplessly. Although Gong Qing was only the acting head of Quanxing, and he eventually died at the hands of the Celestial Master Zhang Zhiwei, his body was still that of a child. But this didn't mean Gong Qing was weak!
The world displayed a LV3 difficulty, which was under the assumption of minimal plot deviation. The upper limit of this world was unknown, meaning its ceiling far exceeded his capacity to bear.
Someone who could hide for three years under the nose of the world's ultimate expert, Zhang Zhiwei, and even infiltrate the circle of core Taoist boys, was undoubtedly exceptionally cunning.
Even if Gong Qing's combat power was weaker, he was still not comparable to a low-level Contractor.
In fact, Wang Changle had considered luring and killing Gong Qing before. But the Celestial Master's Mansion was tightly guarded externally and filled with experts internally. Any slight misstep could lead to discovery. Thus, after much deliberation, he abandoned the idea.
"Hey, I'm talking to you, young master. Is this the Magic Tool you refined for this kid? How about this, refine one for me too, and I'll let you lose gracefully tomorrow."
Wang Bing said with an arrogant expression, as if refining a Magic Tool for him was a great favor bestowed upon Wang Changle.
"I'm not your cheap dad, and I have no plans to adopt a son right now."
Adolescence is indeed an illness. Perhaps tomorrow, Wang Changle can help cure him for free.
"Fine, fine, you brat, you just wait!"
Wang Bing roared, his face flushed red. If this weren't Dragon Tiger Mountain, he'd have his grandfather deal with you, hmph!
Night, Tianxia Association's stronghold, the reception hall.
"Little Ao, I heard you had some unpleasantness with young master Wang Bing of the Wang family this afternoon. How about this, Uncle Feng can help mediate. It's simple for young people to apologize, and the Wang family also said they'd let this matter go."
As Feng Zhenghao spoke, he reached out to grab Wang Changle's wrist. He had just joined the Wang family's influence, and for future plans, he needed to pacify Old Master Wang's emotions first.
"Heh, Chairman Feng, you seem to have misunderstood something. I'm not Feng Shayan or Feng Xingtong; I'm a pawn you can sacrifice!"
Wang Changle flickered and retreated to the doorway. Looking at Feng Zhenghao's expression, this wasn't just about making him apologize; it seemed he wanted him to concede.
Concede? That would cut off his path to survival and his source of wealth. Absolutely impossible.
"Sir, there must be some misunderstanding. My Feng family is a large family; how could we sacrifice Shayan and Xingtong? How about this, I'll have Heavenly Silkworm Silk sent to you right now!"
Feng Zhenghao was a little taken aback. This kid was becoming overly sensitive. It was even more crucial not to let him ruin things.
"I don't need the Heavenly Silkworm Silk. If Chairman Feng agrees, I'll submit my resignation immediately. This can also serve as an explanation to the Wang family."
Wang Changle said, submitting his resignation again. This Wang family was future nourishment for the Feng father and son, and all they wanted now was an attitude.
"Alright, since sir's mind is made up, I won't try to keep you."
Feng Zhenghao's smile faded. This person was quite perceptive. Indeed, this could be considered an explanation.
However, watching the young man stride out of the reception hall, he couldn't quite understand. Such a sensitive youth, with such patience and scheming mind, how could he do something so irrational?
[Notification: You have been expelled from the Tianxia Association. You have gained Feng Xingtong's favor, current trust 90/100.]
Meeting Feng Shayan's stunned look and Feng Xingtong's grateful gaze, Wang Changle quickly walked out of the reception hall and headed towards the back mountain.
He had originally thought that without Hu Jie, and with an additional Contractor, plus him giving Feng Xingtong a piece of equipment, it would be impossible to encounter Wang Bing again.
But when Wang Changle saw Wang Bing's arrogant demeanor, he knew the plot had still unfolded, and the inevitable involvement of the Feng family with the Wang family would still happen!
He currently didn't have the energy to deal with the power struggles between two factions, so Wang Changle had to withdraw in time.
And to have a sufficient reason, Wang Changle engineered a direct confrontation with Wang Bing.
What surprised him, however, was gaining Feng Xingtong's favor. This was a good outcome.
Wang Changle had anticipated such a result, but the development of events had still exceeded his expectations. This was probably a case of gaining something by losing something!
"As for Wang Bing, even if I killed him, I doubt there would be much of a problem!"
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