Since the establishment of the Beyond Heaven Dao Academy.
In his early years, Xu Xiong was also responsible for some miscellaneous tasks related to recruiting disciples.
Later, as the number of people in the Dao Academy increased, he turned to managing the Dao Academy's trade and commerce.
The aim is to generate revenue and increase resources for the Dao Academy.
Hearing what Changming said, Lu Li didn't ask any further questions, nodded to himself, and took a step forward.
With a swift movement, he reappeared outside a side hall.
Concealing his presence, Lu Li listened to the various voices within the hall...
"Fellow Daoist Xu, we've come all this way from elsewhere, not to steal your thunder."
"The prices of the First-Tier Yellow Sprout Pill, the Second-Tier Azure Spike Pill, and the Third-Tier Golden Grain Pill that you sell are not much lower than those on the market."
"Is this price really worth all this trouble?!"
"That's right! And Law Artifact too. We agreed on a discount on the first and second tier full-body combat armor."
"Why is the discount less than 10% after I came here?!"
"..."
A dozen or so cultivators sat at their respective desks, their voices filled with dissatisfaction.
It may seem that they didn't gain anything and even went through a lot of trouble, but in reality, they enjoyed a lot of benefits.
Take a Tier 1 full-body combat armor as an example. It costs 200 Spirit Stone, but with a 10% discount, you can save a full 20 Spirit Stone.
A Qi Refinement disciple might not be able to save up 20 Spirit Stone even after several months.
With such a great deal, how could it not be worth the trip?
It's obvious that these people came with the intention of gaining even more benefits.
And there is definitely some secret alliance being formed.
Upon seeing this, Xu Xiong's eyes flickered slightly. Over the past ten years, his cultivation had advanced further, and he was now at the Foundation Establishment Middle Stage.
Although he was somewhat weaker than the business leaders present, he had studied Dao of Commerce for many years, and in terms of presence and business acumen, he was in no way inferior.
He sat in the main seat, his nearly two-meter-tall frame imposing, and surveyed the crowd.
Do you all really think that the goods from my Beyond Heaven Dao Academy are the same as those on the market?
"What is the quality of the elixirs sold by our Dao Academy? How much toxicity do they contain?"
"The materials and patterns on these Law Artifact and Artifact Inscription are of exceptional quality. Didn't you all have a good idea when you inspected them?"
Three concise and to-the-point questions silenced the murmurs of the crowd.
The group exchanged bewildered glances, some speechless.
The pills produced by the Beyond Heaven Dao Academy are all based on the improved Pill Formula and techniques of the Great Xia, and their effects are far superior to those of traditional methods.
The drug is both highly effective and inexpensive; this fact is undeniable!
Seeing that no one answered, Xu Xiong's gaze turned cold.
"Dissatisfied with the price? Heh, if it weren't for the fact that you're our first customers after many years, this 10% discount..."
"Do you all think it's your place to talk?"
"Today, I will speak with you all."
"A 10% discount is the bottom line. Goods from the Beyond Heaven Dao Academy are worth this price, and this is the only price we'll offer."
Those who wish to cooperate will remain honored guests. Those who do not wish to cooperate, please do so.
"However... from this day forward, I, from the Beyond Heaven Dao Academy, will cut off all supplies to you through all channels."
"Furthermore, future products from the Dao Academy will be sold at tiered prices and in limited quantities."
"First come, first served, better price and more stock. Later buyers... pay higher price, and there's no guarantee of stock."
Having said that, he picked up the spirit tea and took a small sip.
Xu Xiong stood up, leaned forward slightly, and spoke slowly and deliberately.
"Now that I've finished speaking, who agrees and who disagrees?"
In just a few short sentences, the pressure is palpable.
However, his Foundation Establishment Middle Stage level actually caused those in the Foundation Establishment Late Stage and even the Great Perfection stage to slightly twist their bodies.
They are clearly having some trouble adjusting.
Xu Xiong remained silent, simply tossing a Jade Slip slip onto the table to signal the others to make a decision.
The heads of each household exchanged glances.
The alliance that had been briefly established before their arrival crumbled instantly in the face of such unheard-of Dao of Commerce tactics.
Suspicion swirled in everyone's eyes.
Who can guarantee that they can be united and resist Xu Xiong's methods?
If someone makes the first purchase, wouldn't the rest have to pay a high price, or even not have the goods at all?
If you don't buy them, then you should buy those expensive pills and magical Law Artifact that don't actually have the same effect.
As one side gains while the other loses, this situation will inevitably lead to trouble if it continues.
No one dared to be presumptuous anymore, and they all rushed toward the documents.
They scrambled to input the quantity of goods they wanted to order using their Divine Sense, and at the same time placed down a deposit of spirit Spirit Stone.
"Hmph!"
Xu Xiong did not react much to the actions of the crowd.
Having studied Dao of Commerce for so many years, he also received many Secret Method Dao of Commerce methods from Lu Li.
If he still can't win over these few officials, then all his Dao of Commerce has been for nothing.
The techniques of his fellow disciples were completely neutralized by him in the blink of an eye.
Everyone had to address him respectfully as Elder Xu before they could leave.
Led by the disciples on duty, they were escorted out of the mountain gate.
"Clap clap clap!"
"Junior Brother Xu, your Dao of Commerce acumen is getting better and better."
Having witnessed Xu Xiong's domineering negotiation process, Lu Li his aura, revealed himself, and stepped in with applause.
"Master!"
Upon seeing Lu Li, Xu Xiong was slightly delighted.
He scratched his head, his previous domineering negotiating demeanor completely gone.
"Master, you flatter me. Xu Xiong's success today is entirely due to the precious book on Dao of Commerce bestowed upon him by the Master."
"The great principles described in the book are earth-shattering, but I have only grasped a superficial understanding. I am ashamed of the high expectations placed upon me by my senior brother, the sect leader."
Xu Xiong stood up and greeted Lu Li, his words not being deliberately humble.
He was genuinely marveling at the mysterious treasure book that Lu Li had given him.
The book's contents left him in awe.
To this day, I have not even grasped one-tenth of its meaning.
The only slightly odd thing is the full title of that precious book... something like... "The Business Treatise of Wall Street Tycoons"?
I wonder who this bigwig is, but he must be a seasoned veteran in the Dao of Commerce...
To be honest, Lu Li hadn't expected that his junior brother Xu, despite being a weapon refiner, would have such terrifying talent in commerce.
He simply shared some basic financial knowledge with the other party.
The other party can then apply what they've learned. For this reason, a few years ago Lu Li specially asked Great Xia to revise a comprehensive financial encyclopedia that Xu Xiong could understand.
It contains numerous financial techniques.
There are many such concepts, including pipeline revenue, Ponzi schemes, scarcity marketing, targeting lower-tier markets, bundled sales, and brand premium.
With this precious book, Xu Xiong was like a tiger with wings, becoming even more skilled in Dao of Commerce.
Now that Xu Xiong is in charge of the Dao Academy's business affairs, it's really worry-free.
"Junior Brother Xu, there's no need for that. I'm very pleased with your talent."
"Getting down to business, I noticed something quite interesting during my trip to the foreign institute for review."
Hearing Lu Li bring up serious matters, Xu Xiong also became serious and asked in detail.
"What is it you wish to say, Senior Brother? I am all ears."
"Well, it's nothing major, it's just that I discovered..."
Lu Li paused slightly, recalling what he had seen during his inspection of the outer courtyard, and his eyes lit up slightly.
"I've noticed that saving is very common among students in the outer courtyard!"