Bayue Weiban

Chapter 543 Each With Their Own Plans

Listening to Ji Yuan's narration, Xue Yang and the others beside him couldn't help but show complex emotions.

The generous treatment of the Xuan Tian Peak disciples was acceptable, as they had already joined their respective lineages and could not easily change their allegiances.

However, upon hearing about the Fortune Spirit Spring, their eyes lit up with excitement.

They naturally had a clear understanding of their own standing and knew they were absolutely not qualified to request such a precious spot.

But even a weakened version of the Fortune Spirit Spring would be an opportunity they could not afford to miss.

Thus, everyone began to ponder in their hearts whether their wealth was sufficient and if they could leverage their existing connections to purchase a spot from him.

Ji Yuan noticed the expressions on everyone's faces but merely lowered his head to drink tea or chat with Zhao Yuansong.

With his current wealth, several spots for the weakened Fortune Spirit Spring could be directly given to the people before him.

Although their relationship was not particularly deep, the fact that they were dispatched by the sect to assist Elder Hong Tian was enough to demonstrate their talent and ability.

Using resources that could be earned back in a short time to win over these inner disciples before him was, by all accounts, a very profitable transaction.

Especially now, Ji Yuan had already begun to consider developing his own influence and network within the Nine Profound Sect.

These inner disciples, currently only at the second realm of cultivation, might, in a few decades, become third realm elders.

Even if they only reached the second realm, their capabilities would be no less valuable than ordinary third realm cultivators.

After all, the development of a sect, or rather, a force, does not solely depend on powerful cultivators.

It also requires capable disciples to manage affairs and develop the sect and force itself.

However, the main reason Ji Yuan did not do so was the principle that things easily obtained are rarely cherished.

He could have given away the spots, and they would certainly remember his kindness, but such kindness might fade over time.

Therefore, instead of that, it was better to have them pay a price to obtain the spots from him.

This way, they would still remember his kindness, and it would not diminish much even after decades.

Half an hour later, as everyone was chatting, Qian Nishang entered the courtyard with an old woman.

"After so many years, you've changed so much!"

She looked at the young Daoist before her and chuckled lightly.

With the passage of years, Ji Yuan's appearance had changed considerably, transitioning from a young boy to a young man.

Most importantly, his temperament had undergone a significant transformation with the advancement of his cultivation realm.

Even if he merely sat there, clad in the most ordinary of Daoist robes, no one would mistake him for an ordinary Daoist.

Coupled with Ji Yuan's inherent handsomeness, anyone who saw him would be struck by his appearance.

However, he knew that the change she spoke of referred to his current third realm cultivation.

After all, Qian Nishang, as the current head of the Qian family and one of the two major proprietors of Ming Xin Xuan, had seen countless handsome men and beautiful women.

What could capture her attention was only powerful cultivation or extraordinary abilities.

"Originally, I thought it would be an incredible feat if you could reach the third realm within thirty years."

Qian Nishang greeted everyone and then focused her gaze on Ji Yuan.

She sighed, "I never expected that only half the time has passed, and you are already close to the mid-stage of the third realm."

Such a pace of progress was, if not unprecedented, then certainly very rare.

Even in powerful sects, such individuals would be exceptionally rare, and those few would be considered the absolute geniuses of the sect.

"The further one progresses in cultivation, the more difficult it becomes to improve," Ji Yuan said, shaking his head. The praise from the other party did not cause any fluctuation in his state of mind.

His goals were not limited to this, and even the Golden Core realm was not his ultimate destination.

"But why did you suddenly come here?"

Qian Nishang's eyes flashed as if she had perceived something.

She then spoke softly, shifting the topic elsewhere.

Hearing this, Ji Yuan did not conceal anything and briefly recounted the cause and effect of his journey.

However, he did not mention a single word about what Zhao Yuansong had obtained or other specific details.

"In that case, feel free to stay at the Qian family's residence," Qian Nishang said dismissively, waving her hand. "You can stay as long as you wish, even for ten or twenty years."

As she spoke, she cast a smiling glance at the disciples of the Nine Profound Sect beside him.

The presence of so many inner disciples of the Nine Profound Sect residing in her Qian family would undoubtedly cause a stir if the news spread.

In fact, once Ji Yuan and his group entered the city, their identities were already known to the major powers within the county city.

After all, they were wearing the attire of inner disciples of the Nine Profound Sect and wore identity jade tokens when they first arrived.

"Someone from the Zhuang family came earlier, hoping I could invite you to visit."

After chatting with everyone for a while, Qian Nishang slowly brought up the matter.

The reason the Zhuang family hadn't approached him directly was likely their concern of being rejected.

Ji Yuan even suspected that the Qian family would not allow the Zhuang family to approach him directly.

The intricate dealings involved were far from simple.

"Zhuang Changming has now joined Xuan Tian Peak, so it's not appropriate to refuse his invitation."

Ji Yuan pondered for a moment and then agreed.

He was indifferent to the matter and expressed that Qian Nishang could make the arrangements.

The Zhuang family's invitation seemed like a very ordinary matter.

However, Ji Yuan did not believe that they were merely inviting him for a visit.

There would undoubtedly be other matters involved, and he did not wish to expend too much energy on them.

Therefore, he decided to entrust it all to Qian Nishang, who was happy to oblige.

As expected, the moment he finished speaking, a glint appeared in her eyes.

Judging by her demeanor, she was already meticulously planning this matter, aiming to secure the greatest benefits for herself and Ji Yuan.

Truly worthy of being a merchant cultivator… Ji Yuan thought to himself with a sigh.

He now knew that Qian Nishang not only cultivated Buddhist scriptures but also embraced the principles of merchants.

The combination of the two made her cultivation realm formidable, and her abilities in business were extraordinary.

"By the way, what's the current situation in Luoxia County?"

Ji Yuan suddenly recalled something and asked.

He was inquiring about the recent state of Ming Xin Xuan, as well as the Rebirth Tower and the rebels within Luoxia County.