Obsession and a Loan of Eighteen Thousand

The threatening meaning behind these words is quite obvious.

Wan Xing threatened Shen Chun's family, forcing Shen Chun to sell Myriad Treasures Pavilion to the Clear Wind Sect.

Shen Chun's face was extremely gloomy, and his heart was like a volcano about to erupt.

Staring at Wan Xing's hateful face, Shen Chun gritted his teeth and said:

"Clear Wind Sect, a prestigious and righteous sect, has actually committed such heinous acts."

Aren't you afraid that things will be exposed and Clear Wind Sect will be scorned?!

Wan Xing glanced at Shen Chun and gave a disdainful smile.

"A Rogue Cultivator dares to threaten the Clear Wind Sect? He's courting death."

But even if you tell others, what then? Can you provide any evidence?

Clear Wind Sect wouldn't be foolish enough to leave you with leverage over them.

And Shopkeeper Shen, don't put on that righteous act. With your current status and wealth, have you never had any blood on your hands?

Stop acting all sanctimonious and hypocritical; it's disgusting!

Upon hearing Wan Xing's words, Shen Chun opened his mouth but didn't know how to refute them.

As Wan Xing said, Shen Chun's hands are stained with blood to get to where he is today.

Shen Chun is now Foundation Establishment cultivator and is respected by many.

In the past, Shen Chun did do a few despicable things in order to survive.

Perhaps it was because Shen Chun had been away for too long,

Shen Chun had completely forgotten about the several sects and Lineage surrounding Xunxian Town.

None of them have gotten to where they are today without having done anything dirty.

Otherwise, they would have been devoured alive long ago, and wouldn't be alive today.

Upon realizing this, Shen Chun trembled uncontrollably with fear.

On one side is Li Yunjing, a rising star with extremely high potential.

On one side are their own family members.

No matter which side he abandons, Shen Chun cannot do it.

Offending Li Yunjing would mean incurring the wrath of the Luozhen Sect.

Even if he could abandon his family, Shen Chun would never do it.

Caught in a dilemma, Shen Chun was utterly despondent.

This is Heaven's will to destroy him.

"Shopkeeper Shen, I'll give you ten more breaths. After ten breaths, you'll have to make a decision."

Wan Xing spoke calmly, and even poured himself some tea.

Provoked by Wan Xing's words, Shen Chun panicked even more.

As the ten-breath time drew ever closer...

Under the watchful eyes of Wan Xing, Shen Chun spoke:

"I... I agree."

These words made Shen Chun feel as if all his strength had been drained, and he collapsed to the ground.

For Shen Chun, family is still more important.

Upon hearing this, Wan Xing's face immediately broke into a satisfied smile.

"A wise person knows when to yield, Shopkeeper Shen. It's a pleasure doing business with you."

Wan Xing extended his right hand, wanting to shake hands with Shen Chun.

However, Shen Chun had no interest in that at the moment.

Wan Xing didn't mind and patted Shen Chun on the shoulder.

"Shopkeeper Shen, I'll go and tell the sect this good news right away. The sect will be so happy that they might even give you some more Spirit Stone."

Tomorrow, I will come to see Shopkeeper Shen again, hoping that Shopkeeper Shen will have everything prepared.

After leaving those words, Wan Xing departed from the Myriad Treasures Pavilion.

Back at the Clear Wind Pavilion across the street, Wan Xing found the woman.

"Elder Zhong, we've reached an agreement with him. Shen Chun is willing to sell Myriad Treasures Pavilion to the sect."

"But the price... he asked for is a bit too high," Wan Xing said, cupping his hands in greeting.

Zhong Lan looked at Wan Xing: "How much did he ask for?"

Wan Xing hesitated for a moment, but still spoke:

"Reporting to the elder, Shen Chun wants eighteen thousand Low-Grade Spirit Stone."

Upon hearing this, Zhong Lan remained expressionless and waved to Wan Xing.

"Understood, you may leave."

Wan Xing bowed respectfully and then left the room.

Zhong Lan leaned against the window, looking at the Myriad Treasures Pavilion.

"Eighteen thousand is more than the sect's bottom line. Oh well, I can just make up the difference myself. This achievement is a must." Zhong Lan muttered to herself.

She is at the Foundation Establishment Late Stage stage and serves as an elder in the Clear Wind Sect.

The problem is that she is an elder in name only, without any real power.

Otherwise, they wouldn't have been sent to Xunxian Town to guard Clear Wind Pavilion.

The Clear Wind Pavilion was so busy with affairs that Zhong Lan couldn't find a moment to cultivate in peace.

Clearly, Clear Wind Sect has already abandoned Zhong Lan.

If Zhong Lan is valued, then a different elder should be appointed.

Zhong Lan did not want to waste time here.

After arriving at the Clear Wind Pavilion, he devoted himself to its management.

This allowed Clear Wind Pavilion to expand its scale in Xunxian Town.

This brought considerable income from Spirit Stone to the Clear Wind Sect.

Therefore, Zhong Lan's abilities were recognized by the Clear Wind Sect.

Recently, Zhong Lan's influence within the Clear Wind Sect has increased.

This gave Zhong Lan hope that she could use this opportunity to enter the power center of the Clear Wind Sect.

Acquiring Myriad Treasures Pavilion and further expanding Clear Wind Pavilion's scale is a crucial step.

According to Zhong Lan's calculations,

After acquiring Myriad Treasures Pavilion, Clear Wind Pavilion expanded its scale.

It can bring in at least several thousand Low-Grade Spirit Stone for the Clear Wind Sect every month.

This is still in its initial stage; as time goes on, this income will increase.

After all, the things Zhong Lan is selling this time are no ordinary items.

She was confident that these items would sell very well in Xunxian Town.

Therefore, acquiring Myriad Treasures Pavilion has become an obsession for Zhong Lan.

Even if it costs her some Spirit Stone, Zhong Lan is determined to take over Myriad Treasures Pavilion.

Xunxian Town Immortal Pavilion

Li Yunjing entered the Immortal Pavilion.

Li Yunjing was unaware of what was happening at the Myriad Treasures Pavilion.

After entering the Immortal Pavilion, Li Yunjing's reputation had already spread throughout the Xunxian Town.

Therefore, Li Yunjing was taken to a quiet room.

The person in charge of the Immortal Pavilion personally came out to greet Li Yunjing.

He is also one of the stewards of the Xunxian Town Immortal Alliance.

He has a very high level of experience.

Li Yunjing had met him before.

If I remember correctly, his name is Gao Qianxun.

"Sect Leader Li, what brings you to the Immortal Pavilion this time?"

Gao Qianxun poured Li Yunjing a cup of tea with a smile, while asking him questions.

Li Yunjing picked up his teacup and took a small sip.

"Deacon Gao, I have come to borrow some Spirit Stone."

Gao Qianxun's eyes showed surprise.

He hadn't expected Li Yunjing to come for this.

However, upon further reflection, the Luozhen Sect had only recently begun.

It's normal to encounter some difficulties.

Gao Qianxun had seen many things like this.

For example, the Departing Maple Sect once borrowed Spirit Stone from the Departing Maple Sect.

"Of course, how many Spirit Stone would you like to borrow, Sect Leader Li?" Gao Qianxun asked.

"Ten thousand... eight spirits," Li Yunjing said.

Li Yunjing originally wanted to say 17,700.

But after thinking about it, I figured I might as well round it up.

There's not much difference between 17,700 and 18,000.

Hearing this number, Gao Qianxun was even more surprised.

Setting aside her somewhat relaxed demeanor, Gao Qianxun became rather serious.

"Sect Leader Li, this is no small sum. According to the rules, the Immortal Pavilion must know why Sect Leader Li borrowed these Spirit Stone," Gao Qianxun said.

Li Yunjing nodded and revealed his intention to acquire Myriad Treasures Pavilion.

Upon learning that Li Yunjing did this, Gao Qianxun immediately breathed a sigh of relief.

Gao Qianxun was worried that Luozhen Sect might have encountered some difficulties.

It's not that I'm afraid Luozhen Sect won't be able to repay this sum of Spirit Stone,

Rather, they were afraid that something unexpected might happen to the Luozhen Sect.

After all, because of Li Yunjing, Luozhen Sect has now come under the watchful eyes of the important figures in the Immortal Alliance.

If something unexpected happens to the Luozhen Sect,

There's no guarantee that those important figures won't hold it against us.

"No problem, Sect Leader Li, please wait a moment."

Gao Qianxun left the room.

Not long after, when they returned,

Gao Qianxun placed a stack of Spirit Stone tickets on the table.

Li Yunjing picked up the Spirit Stone ticket.

Each Spirit Stone ticket has a face value of one thousand.

It can be used to exchange for Low-Grade Spirit Stone.

There are eighteen in total.

With this Spirit Stone ticket,

You can exchange them for Spirit Stone of the corresponding value at any of the Immortal Pavilion.

"Thank you very much, Deacon Gao." Li Yunjing bowed and expressed his gratitude.

Gao Qianxun waved his hand. "Sect Leader Li, you're too kind."

"According to the rules, there are some things I need to tell Sect Leader Li."

The Spirit Stone you borrowed are interest-free, and you have the flexibility to repay them within ten years...

Gao Qianxun and Li Yunjing were talking about some discounts.

Li Yunjing listened and nodded.

Gao Qianxun finished speaking in one breath, and finally smiled and said, "I hope you don't mind my rambling, Sect Leader Li."

Li Yunjing smiled and shook his head, "It's my duty, why would I mind?"

After chatting with Gao Qianxun for a while and exchanging cultivation experiences, Li Yunjing left the Immortal Pavilion.