207: Chapter 207 The Nouveau Riche

As he spoke, the young man handed the energy Ore over.

The Family head took it and examined the object.

Soon after, many other Family heads rushed over, their faces filled with astonishment.

"Let me take a look."

"I have never seen energy Ore before."

"So this is energy Ore."

"Tsk tsk, let me touch it..."

These comments echoed one after another. Then, the Family heads reached out to touch it, all sensing the immense energy contained within. However, they felt incredibly frustrated; such a good item was right here, yet they couldn't absorb it.

"Vice City Lord, take a look." They handed the item to the Vice City Lord.

The Vice City Lord looked at them and said, "Why act like this? You can all try it. What are you afraid of? After all, these were stolen by the Bandits. They have already absorbed it, haven't they?"

Huh?! After these words, the Family heads widened their eyes and looked at the Vice City Lord.

Was that what the Vice City Lord meant?

Hehe.

Then they wouldn't stand on ceremony.

They immediately began to absorb it. However, it wasn't to increase their strength; it was purely out of curiosity, to see just how magical this item was.

"Good stuff!"

"The energy inside is truly pure and immense!"

"Furthermore, just as the rumors said, this Ore lacks the violent energy of a crystal core, making it much more suitable for absorption!"

These remarks spread. The Family heads made up their minds to go to the Jiangcheng Barrier and exchange for more. After all, if they could exchange for such a good item, it would be very useful for increasing the strength of the people in their Families.

Furthermore, this item was no longer just about absorption. Some Family heads had even started considering the business of reselling it. It was extremely popular right now, and those who wanted to buy it had to wait in line.

"Then let's go to the Jiangcheng Barrier together in a few days."

"I feel that we can take this opportunity to bring the corpses of these Bandits and their resources and deliver them to Lord Ye together. That way, we can also meet him."

"Good!"

"Great idea!"

"You truly deserve your nickname, the Millennium Fox."

Family head: "..." If you don't know how to compliment someone, don't bother.

The Vice City Lord listened to them and said, "Alright, let's not linger here. Let's head back quickly. The group escorting the goods for Ye Qing should have already continued on their way toward the Sucheng Barrier and the Jinling Barrier."

"We will gather the assets here, and then you can depart. However, once you arrive at the Jiangcheng Barrier, don't just focus on telling Ye Qing about your achievements. This encirclement was something we accomplished together."

"Understood, understood. City Lord, we know even without you saying it." Everyone then began to gather the loot, consolidating the Bandits' assets before heading back.

Upon returning, everyone traveled at full speed toward the Jiangcheng Barrier. One day later, at the Sucheng Barrier, Li Xian was discussing matters with Wang Weidong. They had just finished their discussion.

"It has been a long time since I last saw Ye Qing. He is doing quite well in the Jiangcheng Barrier. I wonder if Qian Tu has used any methods to recruit him." Li Xian stroked his chin, lost in thought.

Beside him, Wang Weidong laughed, "Rest assured, Marquis Ling Feng. Ye Qing's strength has reached the Marquis Realm, making him the same Rank as City Lord Qian Tu. Now, any Marquis Realm Expert is on equal footing with Ye Qing. This guy seemed capable of killing a Town General while he was still a Grandmaster. Now that he has become a Marquis Realm Expert, his overall strength is unfathomably terrifying. Perhaps City Lord Qian Tu is no longer his match."

Li Xian: "..." If Qian Tu isn't his match, wouldn't I be even less of a match?

Wang Weidong then noticed Li Xian's expression was off and waved his hand, "City Lord, don't overthink it. I meant that in the next step, King Fenghai will likely want to see Ye Qing. King Fenghai certainly won't let such a promising talent slip away."

He then lowered his voice, "Didn't Ye Qing enter a Contract with Jing Yao before? I heard that this time, King Fenghai also sent Jing Yue over. The meaning behind this is self-evident."

Hiss! This statement made Li Xian gasp. King Fenghai had sent both of his nieces away. This shows just how satisfied he is with Ye Qing. From now on, Ye Qing's great backer will be King Fenghai. Nephew-in-law. What a title!

"It seems my worries were unnecessary. However, I haven't gained nothing. You saw how much of a Prodigy Ye Qing's child will be, right? I have already reserved the position of teacher."

"Once that child is born, I must teach them well." As Li Xian spoke, Wang Weidong nodded beside him.

Just as the two were discussing, a member of the Guard Army walked in.

"City Lord, Vice City Lord, a team has arrived outside. They say they are from the Jiangcheng Barrier and have been entrusted by Ye Qing to deliver energy Ore."

Whoosh! In an instant, both Li Xian and Wang Weidong stood up. Energy Ore?! Ye Qing sent it?

"How much is there?"

"A lot. And according to the team leader, the total was even higher before. They encountered Bandits on the road and some were stolen. Some of the remainder also needs to be transported to the Jinling Barrier, so it was reduced further. Although it has decreased, the total amount is still quite terrifying."

"This kid is finally starting to return favors." Li Xian listened, the corners of his mouth curling into a smile, "Let's go, let's go out and take a look."

A while later, they arrived in front of the team. They opened the tarpaulin. Cart after cart of energy Ore appeared before Li Xian and Wang Weidong. As they looked at it, this was their first time seeing energy Ore; they had only heard of it before. After absorbing some, they were even more astonished.

"Good stuff!" Li Xian looked at the captain beside him, "What is the overall reserve of this thing?"

"The current mining speed is already terrifying. It is being mined by people from our Families, along with some military personnel sent by City Lord Qian Tu. Even with this mining speed, according to our estimates, it will take at least a few years to finish mining it."

A few years?! "Ye Qing has really struck it rich this time."

"This guy has become a wealthy landowner now. I heard he is also using this item to exchange for crystal cores. By the time we meet next, he will probably be rich enough to rival a nation."

"Alright, alright. When Ye Qing does well, we benefit too. Isn't this proof of that?"

"You must be tired from the journey. Come, let's enter the city and get some good rest."

"Thank you, City Lord!"