Chapter 207 A Hundred Billion Yuan Investment! Three Sects Clash!

Qian Guangquan's seemingly plain words,

fell like a nuclear bomb in Jiang Yun's heart.

One hundred and twenty billion!

Ten billion in monthly dividends!

These two numbers possessed a tangible weight, pressing down heavily on Jiang Yun's heart, stirring up unprecedented waves.

Even with his current level of Heart-Nature,

having experienced life-and-death dangers and remaining calm before tens of thousands of skeptics at the Wanjian Heavenly Altar, he found it difficult at this moment to maintain a state of perfect, unruffled tranquility.

His pupils beneath the mask,

contracted slightly for an instant.

His breath paused for a moment, imperceptible to the eye.

Wealth!

Unimaginably vast wealth!

This could no longer be described as simple resources; this was a massive amount of capital sufficient to support the prosperity of a major Family in C City for a hundred years.

Yet for the Qian Family,

it only required one month?!

And this was merely the profit brought by a ten percent stake.

Rich!

The Qian Family was truly dripping with wealth!

Moreover,

all he needed to offer in return was an ethereal, honorary title of Chief Grand Tutor Appraisal Advisor, and a promise to potentially take action once or twice in the future?

The immense contrast set Jiang Yun's mind racing.

Analyzing the pros and cons.

Pros!

First.

Instant access to astronomical wealth and a stable, massive recurring income.

This meant he could purchase vast amounts of cultivation resources, whether for improving his own tamed beasts,

or paving the way for his sister or other matters; it would be more than sufficient.

He even gained the qualification to bid for some top-tier treasures he previously wouldn't have dared to hope for.

Second.

Deeply binding with the Qian Family, a top-tier Family in S Province, equated to gaining a powerful, stable ally and backer.

Qian Guangquan himself was a Grand Tutor Level Appraiser.

The Family's heritage was profound, with a commercial network spanning the entire province.

Forging good relations with them would not only provide greater security but also make future endeavors much more convenient.

Third.

The conditions were extremely lenient, almost not affecting his freedom or personal plans.

It was merely a titular position, requiring no permanent presence, no handling of miscellaneous affairs, completely non-conflicting with his original intent to go to Sky Dome Academy and pursue his own power.

However... Cons!

First.

Once accepted, he would form an interest-based connection with the Qian Family that wouldn't be easily severed.

Future enemies of the Qian Family might view him as a thorn in their side.

Of course, given his current status as a Grand Elder, ordinary people wouldn't dare provoke him lightly.

Second.

Agreeing to intervene when necessary, though Qian Guangquan made it sound easy, but when the time truly came for him to act, what he would face was likely far from simple.

However, he had sufficient confidence in his Manifestation of All Things Entries ability; appraisal challenges might instead become opportunities to obtain rare information or treasures.

As for the third... it seemed there wasn't one?

Refuse?

Why refuse?

Refusal not only meant giving up this readily available wealth of hundreds of billions and a stable resource channel, but it might also cause Qian Guangquan to hold a grudge, needlessly offending a powerful financial conglomerate.

This ran completely counter to his strategy of amassing resources for development.

Within a few short breaths,

Jiang Yun had already reached a decision in his heart.

He slowly placed the teacup in his hand down.

The base of the cup made contact with the table, producing a crisp and steady light sound, as if also settling his current state of mind.

Raising his eyes,

through the cold mask, he looked at Qian Guangquan, who wore a smile and waited patiently. His voice returned to its usual steadiness, even carrying a hint of appropriate, moved fluctuation, as if touched by the sincerity.

"Head of the Qian Family shows such great favor, this Junior... feels unworthy."

He paused slightly,

as if struggling to digest this immense show of sincerity.

Jiang Yun understood very clearly.

The more critical the moment, the less he should appear overly concerned.

Lest the other party look down on him.

Jiang Yun continued, "With the Qian Family showing such grand hospitality, if this Junior were to decline further, it would seem ungrateful."

"Regarding this cooperation... this Junior accepts. However, in the future, this Junior will still require the care and guidance of the Head of the Qian Family and the Qian Sheng Chamber of Commerce."

He agreed!

A sharp light flashed in Qian Guangquan's eyes.

The smile on his face instantly became more genuine and enthusiastic. A great weight lifted from his heart.

He laughed heartily, clapping his hands as he spoke.

"Good! Good! Young friend Dong Xuan is indeed a straightforward person! From today onward, you are an honored guest of my Qian Family, and even more, a pillar supporting the heavens for the Qian Sheng Chamber of Commerce! This old man believes that with your addition, my Qian Sheng Chamber of Commerce is certain to reach new heights. Young friend will also undoubtedly benefit greatly from this cooperation. This is... a win-win!"

He continued with another enthusiastic vision for the future and lavish praise for Jiang Yun's prospects, while Jiang Yun responded with appropriate modesty. The atmosphere became quite harmonious for a time.

After the formalities were concluded,

Qian Guangquan gave a meaningful glance to Qian Luoyun behind him.

Qian Luoyun immediately stepped forward.

Presenting with both hands a bank card that shimmered with a dark golden luster, its edges inlaid with tiny crystal diamonds.

The card was made of special material, bearing the joint emblems of the Federal Central Bank and the Qian Sheng Chamber of Commerce, signifying its extraordinary status.

"Young friend Dong Xuan, this is the exclusive account card prepared for you."

Qian Luoyun said respectfully.

"According to the agreement, the Chamber's monthly dividends will be deposited into this card on time. Initially... to express our sincerity, the Family has pre-deposited a portion. You may check and use it at any time."

Jiang Yun did not decline, reaching out to take it.

The card felt extremely light in his hand, yet seemed as heavy as a thousand pounds.

He did not check the balance on the spot.

Instead, with a mere thought,

he stored it into his Storage Ring.

This simple action signified his formal acceptance of this cooperation worth hundreds of billions.

"Thank you."

Jiang Yun gave a slight nod to Qian Guangquan.

"Young friend is too polite; this is what you deserve."

Qian Guangquan smiled as he stood up.

"There are still many people outside waiting to speak with young friend Dong Xuan. This old man will not disturb you further. The specific agreement documents will be organized and sent to you shortly, along with the equity proof. Young friend may review and sign them if everything is in order. In the future, if you have any needs, feel free to contact this old man or Luoyun at any time."

Jiang Yun also stood up, offering parting words.

"Head of the Qian Family, please take care on your way."

Qian Guangquan, with Qian Luoyun,

walked out of the hall, their faces beaming with satisfaction.

As soon as they stepped out, they immediately felt the probing, searchlight-like gazes focused on them from the courtyard.

The representatives of the various forces waiting outside, seeing the undisguised joy and ease on Qian Guangquan's face, all felt their hearts sink with a mix of envy and jealousy.

"Brother Qian, how did the talks go? It seems you achieved your heart's desire?"

Clan Chief Feng Xiao asked with a smile, his tone probing.

Qian Guangquan stroked his beard and laughed, speaking evasively.

"Thanks to your good fortune, the discussion with Elder Dong Xuan was most pleasant. Elder Dong Xuan is young and capable, yet modest and courteous, truly a good friend. This old man still has some trivial matters in the Chamber, so I shall take my leave first. Please continue your conversation, everyone."

He skillfully avoided the key points, never mentioning the specific content or cost of the cooperation, only emphasizing the harmonious relationship with Jiang Yun. This made everyone even more curious and impatient, secretly speculating about the immense price the Qian Family must have paid to secure this harmony.

Just as Qian Guangquan was about to leave with Qian Luoyun,

he suddenly frowned slightly and asked in a low voice, "Luoyun, where is that girl Rongrong? Why haven't I seen her at all?"

He had originally thought of having Qian Rongrong formally pay her respects to Jiang Yun; even just making an acquaintance would be greatly beneficial for the Qian Family or her own future.

Qian Luoyun was also taken aback.

Looking around,

he indeed couldn't see his sister's figure.

Shaking his head, he indicated,

"Father, I don't know either. Just after we landed, sister said she wanted to look at the scenery nearby and disappeared in the blink of an eye."

Qian Guangquan frowned, sighing helplessly.

"That girl, still so flighty and willful. Forget it, we'll talk about it later."

He had originally harbored the thought of having Qian Rongrong become Jiang Yun's Disciple, even if only in name, to draw the relationship between the two families even closer. For now, he had to abandon that idea.

However, being able to secure the cooperation was already a perfect outcome.

Father and son did not linger further.

They cupped their hands in farewell to President Yun Xi and the others.

Transforming into streams of light, they departed.

Once they left,

the atmosphere in the courtyard immediately became somewhat delicate.

Sect Leader of the War Beast Sect Shi Potian, being the most impatient, seeing the situation, immediately took a step forward, his voice like a booming bell.

"That old fellow Qian Guangquan is finished, so it should be my turn next, right? I was the second one to step forward!"

However,

as soon as his words fell, two figures almost simultaneously stepped forward, blocking his path.

They were precisely Old Man Huang Mu and Elder Liu Lan of the Liu Family.

Old Man Huang Mu was still smiling,

but a faint green light swirled around the vine staff in his hand.

"Sect Master Shi, first come first served is indeed reasonable. However, Fairy Liu and I have come from afar and also have important matters to discuss with Elder Dong Xuan. The situation is urgent. Could you be accommodating and let the two of us go first?"

Fairy Liu Lan did not speak, but water vapor swirled around her. Her cool gaze fixed directly on Shi Potian, her attitude speaking volumes.

The two of them had their own calculations.

The earlier they made contact with Jiang Yun, before his mindset was impacted by too many sky-high cooperation offers, the smaller the price they might have to pay for their request, and the greater the possibility of success.

If they were placed later in line,

after Jiang Yun witnessed the conditions offered by various families and his expectations rose accordingly, achieving their goal would likely require a massive expenditure.

Shi Potian's large, bell-like eyes widened.

An earthy yellow Aura erupted around him, not yielding an inch.

"Bullshit! What 'important matters from afar'? My War Beast Sect is right in the provincial capital! Are my matters not important? Cut the crap! First come, first served, that's the natural order! Don't think just because you're from some Hidden Family with a Radiant Sun Old Ancestor backing you, my War Beast Sect fears you! If you don't get out of the way, don't blame my fists for not recognizing who you are!"

Instantly,

the Auras of three Eclipse Moon Rank Experts faintly confronted each other in the small courtyard!

Shi Potian's heavy wildness, Old Man Huang Mu's endless vitality, and Fairy Liu Lan's profound, enduring depth.

The powerful Law-based pressure from these three forces, though all restrained with great effort, even the slightest leak was enough to make the Family chiefs and chamber presidents in the courtyard, whose strength was somewhat weaker, turn pale, struggle to breathe, instinctively retreat repeatedly, their eyes filled with terror.

When immortals fight, Mortals suffer!

These existences, at most at the Falling Star Rank, before Eclipse Moon Rank Experts, didn't even have the qualification to interject!

Clan Chief Feng Xiao stood to the side,

observing coldly, with no intention of intervening.

His Feng Family had a special heritage; what they sought might differ from others, so there was no need to rush.

As the atmosphere grew tense as a drawn bow,

conflict on the verge of erupting,

at that moment,

President Yun Xi, who had been sitting calmly in the host seat leisurely sipping tea, finally gently set down his teacup.

He did not release any astonishing Aura, merely raising his eyes and sweeping a calm gaze over the three confronting figures.

However,

this plain glance seemed to carry a certain intangible power, transcending the Laws themselves.

The faintly rising, mutually unyielding Auras of Shi Potian and the other two were as if gently smoothed over by a pair of gentle yet irresistible hands, instantly vanishing without a trace!

The stagnant, oppressive air in the courtyard suddenly relaxed!

Shi Potian, Old Man Huang Mu, and Fairy Liu Lan were simultaneously startled in their hearts. They abruptly turned to look at President Yun Xi, a flash of deep apprehension passing through their eyes!

They knew President Yun Xi of the Appraisers Guild had unfathomable strength, but to effortlessly dissolve the Aura confrontation of three experts of the same rank with such ease... this level of effortless mastery was probably... even more terrifying than they had imagined!

President Yun Xi's face still wore that gentle smile. His voice was clear and melodious, yet carried an undeniable authority.

"You three, why harm harmony over this?"

"Elder Dong Xuan is not someone who haggles over every penny or holds out for the highest bidder. What he values is sincerity and affinity."

"As long as the intention is sufficiently sincere and the request is reasonable, our Guild's Elder Dong Xuan will naturally give corresponding respect and consideration. The order of precedence is not the deciding factor."

"Quarreling here is not only beneath your dignity but also disrespectful to Elder Dong Xuan."

His words were reasonable and measured.

They both elevated Jiang Yun and gave the three a way to save face, while also pointing out the impropriety of making a scene here.

Upon hearing this, Shi Potian, Old Man Huang Mu, and Fairy Liu Lan,

their expressions changed.

They knew President Yun Xi spoke the truth; continuing to argue would indeed be unseemly.

Moreover, the move President Yun Xi had just displayed

also made them wary.

Finally,

Old Man Huang Mu was the first to put away his vine staff, chuckling.

"President Yun's words are most reasonable. This old man was too impatient. Very well, let Sect Master Shi go first."

He appeared to yield,

but a flash of shrewd light in his eyes suggested other plans.

Fairy Liu Lan also gave a slight nod, retracting her Aura.

She took half a step back, tacitly acquiescing.

Seeing this, Shi Potian

snorted, no longer pressing aggressively.

He cupped his fists towards President Yun Xi.

"President Yun is right; it was Shi who was too hasty."

Turning towards the direction of the hall,

he straightened his robes. Though still bold and unrestrained, his attitude was noticeably more solemn. He strode towards the hall door.

"Elder Dong Xuan! Shi Potian of the War Beast Sect, requests an audience!"

His booming voice once again resounded across Tian Jian Peak.

Inside the hall, having just seen off Qian Guangquan and preparing to take a sip of tea to calm his mind, which had been impacted by the wealth of hundreds of billions, Jiang Yun looked up upon hearing the voice.