Plane Mall: I became a group favorite by hoarding goods

"However, being strict with oneself does not mean suppressing human desires. As long as you adhere to the bottom line and maintain a proper sense of proportion, that's fine."

"So how do we strike the right balance?"

"Set a bottom line for yourself in everything. As long as you don't cross that line, do whatever makes you happy."

"Oh~ just like how we tricked that crybaby earlier!"

“I’m a legitimate businessman. How can a transaction where the money is exchanged for goods be considered a scam?”

"That's right, they should thank us for being able to get through."

"Yes."

Wu Rou and Cheng Xi nodded in agreement, reaching a consensus.

As Yang Zhihuai walked, he listened to their chatter, reflecting on the sect leader's teachings over the years and his own methods of dealing with people. Suddenly, he felt relaxed and at ease.

Putting everything else aside, it was really satisfying to have tricked those people twice today.

Oh no, that's not a scam, it's clearly helping others!
In contrast to the harmonious atmosphere here, the group that had just paid out spirit stones was in a much worse mood. For the first time, they experienced the frustration of having to give away money even though the other party had clearly taken advantage of them.

outrageous.

"Senior brother, are we just going to let this go like this?"

This is so uncomfortable!
These words, if left unsaid, would have been better. The moment the man finished speaking, he saw his usually gentle and refined senior brother's face visibly darken.

"I'm sorry, senior brother. I misspoke and caused us to suffer such a great loss. I will definitely report the truth to Master when we get back."

"Shut up!"

The leader glared at him fiercely, "If you don't speak, no one will think you're mute."

Why can't people tell the truth?

"Sixth Senior Brother, you should say less."

The people next to them whispered to stop them.

This isn't an inquiry; it's clearly adding fuel to the fire. Can't you see that your senior brother is even angrier?

However, their sect's disciples are usually kind and gentle, so why were several sects treating them coldly this time? What could be the reason?
The few who were lagging behind exchanged silent glances, their gazes involuntarily falling on the slender figure beside their senior brother.

Was the junior sister's action intentional or unintentional?
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The dense forest is lush and verdant.

As everyone walked step by step, the trees grew taller and taller. Before they knew it, the chirping of insects and birds around them had completely disappeared, leaving only the soft sound of shoes rubbing against the ground.

The group unconsciously slowed their pace, their eyes sharpened, and their right hands instinctively gripped the weapons at their waists, all feeling a sense of relief that they had finally arrived.

This is the real test of one's cultivation!
After entering the secret realm, each test was somewhat childish. The first test was just a simple screening, while the second and third tests were mostly about intelligence. Even the monsters didn't kill them.

In short, the first three challenges were relatively minor.

Right now, the increasingly powerful pressure from the surroundings is making them feel like they can't breathe.

"Everyone should be vigilant and not be careless."

"Understood, Senior Brother."

Everyone tensed up, their steps no longer light and casual, moving forward cautiously step by step. As it turned out, the real test never needed too many tricks; it was simple and direct. Just like now, everyone suddenly saw more than a dozen men in blue robes appear before them, each exuding a chilling aura and radiating immense pressure.

What a strong momentum!
Before the group could even utter a word, the dozen or so men attacked with longswords in hand.

Decisive and straightforward, without any hesitation!
"Good heavens, didn't you even give me a heads-up? Hey fellow Daoist, let's talk this out. Which sect are you from? I've never seen these clothes before. Ouch—go easy on me, that hurts!"

"Enough with the nonsense. Have the disciples of this sect fallen so low that all they've accomplished is this?"

"Hey, why are you looking down on me? Take this!"

"Out of control."

The man in blue who was speaking looked to be only fourteen or fifteen years old, no, perhaps even younger. His face had an obvious childishness, and he even had a bit of baby fat. However, his moves were more shrewd than those of an adult, and every move he made was effective.

The group, who had originally wanted to gather some information, didn't even have a chance to speak, and focused all their attention on dealing with each and every attack.

For a moment, the entire valley was filled with the sounds of clashing swords and muffled groans of those who had been hit.

The battle lasted for a full half hour, with the two sides, whose numbers were very similar, almost evenly matched. Meanwhile, the disciples of the other four major sects, having passed the previous trials, arrived one after another.

"Who are those men in blue? I've never seen them before."

"I don't know either. We've seen all the sects that entered this secret realm before, so where did these people come from?"

"So what do we do? Fight or not fight? And which side should we fight?"

"Tch—Why fight? There are only so many treasures in this little secret realm. Every additional person reduces the hope of inheritance. We just need to wait."

"Oh, I get it! The mantis stalks the cicada, unaware of the oriole behind!"

"They might even end up hurting each other, which would be even better."

None of the disciples from the four major sects who have made it this far are fools. The cultivation world has always been about respecting the strong, and there are quite a few who kill and plunder outside their sect's territory. So, they are naturally happy to watch the show.

Although these few sentences were spoken very quietly, those with higher cultivation levels could hear them. The team leaders exchanged glances and remained silent, but they did not take another step forward, reaching a tacit consensus.

Mu Xi'er tugged at the sleeve of the person beside her, "Senior brother, isn't this inappropriate? Although we're not from the same sect, we're still senior and junior brothers and sisters of the same generation."

"Junior Sister, you're too soft-hearted. You didn't hold back when you took our spirit stones. There's no need to pity them; they brought it on themselves."

"What Senior Brother said makes sense, Xi'er understands."

The Tianyan Sect disciples, who were a few steps behind the two, frowned upon hearing this, a strange emotion welling up inside them. For the first time, they felt dissatisfied with this senior brother.

Although it was a bit frustrating to have the spirit stones taken, everyone has their own opportunities when entering the secret realm. It's reasonable for Wuji Sect not to tell us how to pass the checkpoints. If they don't accept the spirit stones, we'll owe them a favor, which would be even more troublesome.

Since entering the secret realm, not only has the junior sister changed, but why has the senior brother changed as well?
Everyone had their own thoughts, but it was only for a moment, and the two sides in front were still fighting fiercely.

Just as they were thinking of reaping the benefits, the valley changed again. After a surge of spiritual energy, more than a dozen men dressed in blue appeared in the area. Without saying a word, they attacked them in an instant.

Now the number of people is almost one to one again, and no one is idle.

Just then, a disciple was struck in a vital spot and screamed in agony. His body was instantly annihilated by the ghostly blue flames, and everyone's expressions changed immediately.

"Xiao Wu! Xiao Wu, what happened to you? You killed him!"

The piercing scream jolted everyone awake, making them realize that this was a secret realm where opportunity and danger coexisted! (End of Chapter)