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Chapter 145: Handover
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After Wang Hong, Liu Changsheng was meticulously briefed on the affairs of the Immortal Way Trading Company.
"Your previous belongings were taken as evidence and distributed among everyone. These items are for your cultivation. If it's not enough, just let me know."
Wang Hong tossed a Storage Bag to Liu Changsheng. Opening it, Liu Changsheng was astonished to find second-tier Pills, Spiritual Herbs, and even a bottle of second-tier Spirit Wine. Upon using his Divine Sense to inspect the bag, he discovered two hundred Nourishing Essence Pills, a bottle of small Breakthrough Realm Pill, and several Spiritual Objects suitable for the Foundation Building stage.
The generosity of the new East Master exceeded his expectations. Items like the Nourishing Essence Pill were usually given sparingly, even a few at a time.
"This is because your losses were significant this time. Consider it compensation. In the future, obtaining such items will depend on your merits," Wang Hong explained.
Even so, Liu Changsheng was content. His previous Storage Bag had an abundance of Spirit Stones.
The reason for having many Spirit Stones but almost no Pills was due to scarcity. Occasionally obtaining a few, he consumed them all, leaving no stock.
"There are also some items here. Keep them, and tomorrow I'll take you to meet the shopkeepers on this side."
Wang Hong handed several Storage Bags to Liu Changsheng, containing various Spiritual Herbs, spirit fruits, Spirit Wine, and a few second-tier Spiritual Objects. There were fewer Pills this time.
Lately, Wang Hong had been engrossed in studying Runes and hadn't focused much on Alchemy. Zhang Chunfeng had assisted in Refinement.
The next day, Wang Hong transformed back into Wang Kun and gathered all the shopkeepers.
Looking at the shopkeepers below, Wang Hong noticed a Foundation Building cultivator among them.
The shopkeeper was at the Qi Cultivation Ninth Layer when they first met, but in these years, they had successfully reached Foundation Building.
"Congratulations to Manager Fang for reaching Foundation Building! The future looks promising," Wang Hong congratulated with a smile.
"Thanks to Master Wang for this. Following Master Wang these years, I earned some Spirit Stones. Recently, I spent over three hundred thousand Spirit Stones to buy a Foundation Establishment Pill, leading to my successful Foundation Building."
Although Manager Fang spoke proudly, he didn't dare to be arrogant in front of Wang Hong. The force behind Wang Hong was not something he could afford to offend.
The other shopkeepers cast admiring glances, not discouraged. They had also earned a considerable amount of Spirit Stones and had a good chance at Foundation Building.
"That's because Manager Fang runs the business well. I only provided some goods," Wang Hong said with a smile. He then announced, "The reason I gathered you all here is to inform you that I may not be in Azure Void City for a long time."
"What? What should we do then?"
"Yeah, without you, we can't survive."
"..."
"Don't worry; let me finish! Although I'm leaving, I can introduce you to a senior. This senior will reside in Azure Void City and serve as the manager of the Azure Void City branch."
Wang Hong finished speaking and bowed towards the back hall.
"Please welcome Senior Liu!"
Liu Changsheng slowly emerged from the back hall, and the pressure from his late Foundation Building stage receded.
"I pay my respects to Senior Liu!"
Everyone bowed together, feeling somewhat uneasy in the presence of a suddenly appearing senior at the late Foundation Building stage.
Among them, Zhao Ning was the most surprised. He knew the details of the Immortal Way Trading Company well, and this Senior Liu was unheard of to him. However, since Wang Hong hadn't informed him, it must be a significant secret. Some things were better left unknown to avoid trouble.
Zhao Ning was a wise and intelligent person. Otherwise, Wang Hong wouldn't have entrusted him with important responsibilities.
In fact, the hundred personal guards Wang Hong brought out were not only loyal but also well-trained academically and martially.
Liu Changsheng took the main seat, and Wang Hong stood respectfully by the side.
"Fellow Daoists, there's no need for excessive courtesy. I am Liu Changsheng, currently serving as the manager of the Azure Void City branch of the Immortal Way Trading Company. If you have any needs in the future, you can come directly to me."
Liu Changsheng introduced himself amiably and continued, "I will be in charge of this supply transaction. In addition to the first-tier Spiritual Objects I've been providing, I've brought some second-tier Spiritual Objects for you. However, I would like to remind everyone that wealth can stir one's desires. If your strength is insufficient, selling second-tier Spiritual Objects should be done with caution."
Initially excited to hear about the availability of second-tier Spiritual Objects, the shopkeepers were brought back to reality by Liu Changsheng's words. His cautionary advice made them instantly sober. They were all smart people, quick to understand.
In the end, except for Manager Fang, who had already reached Foundation Building, the others cautiously chose only one or two second-tier Spiritual Herbs, while some opted for two or three.
They also made a silent determination to find ways to complete their Foundation Building. Otherwise, they would fall behind.
The transaction concluded, and Wang Hong earned nearly a million Spirit Stones.
Liu Changsheng was astonished. He had saved for over a hundred years and had just two million Spirit Stones. Now, in a single transaction, he had reached a million.
Of course, he understood that doing business had its costs. Even with just ten percent profit, it amounted to a hundred thousand, a considerable sum.
"Alright! From now on, I entrust the management of this business to you. As for the goods, I will deliver them regularly.
Additionally, I'd like to ask you, how long do you think it will take for Shadow Kill's influence to fully recover in Azure Void City? This concerns our lives, so please inform me."
"From the information I've received, gathering a new group and coming over will take about half a year. When they arrive in Azure Void City, they'll need time to familiarize themselves with the environment and settle in; all of this takes time," Liu Changsheng replied after some thought.
Although he didn't reveal specific details about Shadow Kill at the time, he also didn't participate in the conflicts between the two parties.
This information was for self-preservation. He wasn't willing to disclose specific details about individuals related to Shadow Kill, such as their information and whereabouts.
"Then, in your estimation, if someone is sent to assassinate me next time, what kind of cultivator do you think they would send?"
"Because of your proficiency in poison, that information has likely spread. The assailant will undoubtedly be skilled in that aspect. Secondly, the likelihood of the person being a Foundation Building cultivator is extremely high, based on the strength you've displayed."
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