A Ten-Billion Promise

Virtual Universe, Headquarters of the Cosmic Galaxy Bank.

This is the heartland of the wealth of the Human Race in the universe.

Luo Feng in the center of the Gold Coin Continent, his fingertips hovering over two virtual contracts, his brows slightly furrowed. To be honest, when he first learned that Tang Ping had inadvertently exposed Earth, he was filled with helplessness and anger.

What a terrible teammate!

But once you calm down and think it over, the anger gradually dissipates.

Firstly, Tang Ping did nothing wrong. He was merely displaying his strength in front of his master; he neither intentionally leaked secrets nor had any intention of betraying him.

No one is obligated to sacrifice their talent and future for the safety of the Earth, especially since Tang Ping had already deliberately suppressed some of his extraordinary talent.

Secondly, the truth will eventually come out.

The Virtual Universe is everywhere. As his, Hong's, and Thunder God's cultivation levels advance by leaps and bounds, the clan's scrutiny of geniuses will only become more and more stringent. The emergence of so many top geniuses on Earth at once is already extremely conspicuous. Even if Tang Ping doesn't expose himself today, their own growth trajectories will inevitably attract the attention of the strongest beings sooner or later.

At that time, without the endorsement of a powerful figure like Wind-Thunder Venerable, Earth will only face an even more perilous situation.

The Virtual Universe is everywhere; can a person hide themselves forever? Impossible.

Luo Feng's gaze swept over the contract terms, and he was secretly alarmed.

The first option is to exchange one trillion Hunyuan Unit for the right to dispose of half of the Earth's territory.

This astronomical price far exceeded his expectations. Given his current status as Domain Lord and his understanding of how the Virtual Universe Company operates, he thought that the company could only offer a maximum of 100 billion Hunyuan, and 1 trillion was simply a windfall.

The second option yields only 50 billion Hunyuan, but guarantees the Earth's integrity, with all potential risks covered by the Cosmic Galaxy Bank. Rather than a transaction, it's more like a protective umbrella bestowed upon Earth by Wind-Thunder Venerable, an offer so generous it's unbelievable.

"Tang Ping's luck is truly heaven-defying." Luo Feng couldn't help but feel a little envious.

Having a master who considers his disciples' needs in everything is an opportunity that countless geniuses of the universe dream of. If he hadn't already been given a special label by the Virtual Universe Company, he probably would have asked right now: Wind-Thunder Venerable, are you still accepting disciples?

He can be as loyal as Tang Ping!

Which one to choose?

A clear, bell-like voice rang out from behind, carrying a hint of nonchalant authority.

Luo Feng turned around and looked at Tang Ping's master, the Wind-Thunder Venerable.

She was dressed in a black, form-fitting outfit, the hem of which was embroidered with intricate lightning patterns that seemed to crackle with electricity as she moved; her figure was as petite as a twelve or thirteen-year-old girl, yet she possessed a pair of captivating Double Pupils. Her left eye reflected the Milky Way, while her right eye held the passage of time, a supreme charm imbued by the Time Law.

This seemingly naive girl is actually a top-tier Venerable controls the Time Origin, able to determine the passage of time with a mere wave of her hand.

"Of course, you can choose none of them." Wind-Thunder Venerable toyed with a Time Fragment between his fingers, his tone calm. "However, since my master has already made his move, given his relationship with the Chaos City Lord and the special nature of Earth, he will find out sooner or later. At that time—"

Words that undermine the unity of the Human Race must not be spoken.

The unspoken words were enough to send a chill down Luo Feng's spine. Some things don't need to be said aloud; those who understand will naturally grasp the implications.

"The second option." Luo Feng didn't hesitate at all.

"Oh?" A hint of surprise flashed in Wind-Thunder Venerable's Double Pupils, then he chuckled, his melodious laughter echoing across the Gold Coin Continent. "Have you thought this through? One trillion and five hundred billion are nine hundred and fifty billion Hunyuan. Even the ruler of the Ganwu Universe Kingdom would be tempted by this wealth."

Your fellow human beings can live in the universe even if they leave Earth, so why give up such enormous wealth for a piece of land?

Luo Feng slowly shook his head, his eyes as firm as iron. "My childhood dream was nothing more than to have a stable home. I will never abandon my hometown unless absolutely necessary, and I am even less willing to let hundreds of millions of my compatriots leave their homes."

Upon hearing this, Wind-Thunder Venerable's Double Pupils flashed with genuine appreciation.

The universe is vast, and the law of the jungle prevails Yongheng. For treasures and resources, countless powerful individuals will stop at nothing. Nine hundred and fifty billion Hunyuan is enough to tempt even Venerable. Yet Luo Feng, in order to protect his hometown, unhesitatingly abandoned such a temptation. This dedication and sense of responsibility are truly rare.

Despite his admiration, Wind-Thunder Venerable knew in his heart that if it were any other Domain Lord, nine times out of ten they would choose the first option. Those who value their hometown to this extent are ultimately a minority.

"This is the contract." She flipped her hand and produced a virtual document. "Under the notarization of the Virtual Universe System, once signed, there's no going back."

Luo Feng took the document and solemnly signed his name: Luo Feng!

The moment my fingertips touched the ground, I seemed to hear the peaceful sigh of my homeland.

A moment later, Luo Feng sat alone on the edge of the Gold Coin Continent, his left hand on the ground, gazing at the dazzling starry sky above.

[Ding! Your Cosmic Galaxy Bank five-star account has received 50 billion Hunyuan Unit.]

A cold, impersonal system notification sounded, transforming the warmth of home into a string of cold, indifferent numbers.

The thought of many people of different ethnicities giving birth in our home in the future is unbearable.

It's awful!

"Master of the Household----"

Tang Ping rubbed his hands together, looking somewhat embarrassed, and approached. He knew that revealing Earth's existence had put Luo Feng under considerable pressure.

Luo Feng raised his hand to interrupt him, his tone calm. "There's no need for apologies."

In this universe, weakness is the original sin. Without you, Earth's unique characteristics would have been discovered sooner or later. Now, having you, my master, as my support is a stroke of good fortune amidst misfortune.

As soon as he finished speaking, a blazing light suddenly flashed in his eyes, a desire powerful enough to incinerate glaciers and tear through darkness.

"A tree that can be embraced grows from a tiny sprout; a nine-story tower rises from a mound of earth; a journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step. What we must do is to take one step at a time, firmly moving forward, until we become a super being that traverses the universe!"

At that time, we will tell the entire universe: Earth is our home, and anyone who dares to covet it or try to seize it will be killed!

Tang Ping looked at the flames burning in Luo Feng's eyes, his heart filled with admiration.

Sure enough, a "loaf" like him needs a responsible and ambitious big shot like him to carry him to victory!

Tang Ping abruptly straightened up, raised his hand in salute, and said with utmost sincerity, "Patriarch, loyalty!"

Luo Feng: "----"

After a moment of silence, Luo Feng suddenly raised his hand, and a virtual contract materialized at his fingertips, which he slowly pushed toward Tang Ping.

Tang Ping looked over curiously, but the moment his gaze swept over the contract terms, his pupils suddenly contracted, and his face was filled with astonishment. This contract was actually a profit-sharing promise!

Luo Feng was willing to give him one-fifth of the 50 billion Hunyuan Unit that had been deposited into the Cosmic Galaxy Bank.

In other words, as long as he signs his name now, he will immediately receive one million Hunyuan. Furthermore, as Luo Feng's cultivation level improves and subsequent payments arrive, he will continue to receive dividends, accumulating to a total of ten billion Hunyuan?

Good heavens!

Tang Ping stared at the shocking numbers on the contract, feeling his mind buzzing.

One hundred billion Hunyuan!

This is no small sum! You must know that even if an ordinary World Lord Rank expert risked their life to complete an interstellar mission, the reward would only be tens of millions of Universe Coin. Even for Marquis Immortal, it would take tens of millions Hunyuan years, hundreds of millions of time, to accumulate tens of thousands of Hunyuan.

Ten billion? You could never spend it all in a lifetime!

He couldn't help but look up at Luo Feng, his eyes filled with disbelief.

Luo Feng laughed and said, "Earth was conquered by me, Hong, and Thunder God Shen from the Golden Horned Beast. Even if I am the Galaxy Lord, I am not qualified to take it all for myself. So I will give each of them one-fifth."

I know that I was able to secure such good terms this time because Wind-Thunder Venerable was giving you face. Moreover, given your talent and steady character, you will most likely be in charge of Earth in the future. Consider this money as an advance payment of your salary.

As for the remaining one-fifth, I will give back to all my fellow Earthlings, using most of it to nurture geniuses and a portion to ensure basic living standards.

But this Earth originally belonged to Luo Feng, didn't it? Even without Tang Ping, the Earth would still be taken back by Luo Feng in the future.

Isn't it somewhat unethical for him to take this money?

Faced with the choice between morality and justice, and the immense temptation of money, Tang Ping hesitated for a full breath before signing his name without thinking.

The next moment.

[Ding! One million Hunyuan has been deposited into your Cosmic Galaxy Bank account.]

Abandon your personal integrity and indulge in a life of immorality!

"Hehe, thank you, Patriarch. You can rest assured and roam freely outside. Once I achieve immortality and possess an avatar, I will permanently reside in the Milky Way Galaxy to ensure the safety of the Luo Family and the Earthling, and will not allow any foreign enemies to invade!" Tang Ping scratched his head and made a simple and honest promise.

Luo Feng nodded, turned around, left the Virtual Universe, and disappeared.

For him, many things are more important than wealth.