The Fairy: From the Traveling Merchant

Chapter 899 I want to go see
Inside the Thousand Bamboo Garden, the only pavilion that was not destroyed.

Zhao Chen was surrounded by four female warriors: Yan Hongxia, Ming Xueling, Mo Qiu, and Ning Meng, and he was talking to them with a smile on his face.

Yan Hongxia had always known that Zhao Chen was very strong, but she didn't have much of a concept of exactly how strong he was. After all, he always used "borrowed" power when he fought, so no matter how powerful it was, it didn't belong to him.

But this time, she truly realized Zhao Chen's level, which far surpassed her own, who also possessed "divine magical artifacts." He could easily defeat those with mid- to low-grade divine abilities, and even a cultivator like Young Master Tantai, who was outstanding among those with high-grade divine abilities, was no match for him.

Thinking back to just a few months ago, the other party was a newly promoted cultivator who had just mastered true qi. Yan Hongxia was still somewhat dazed, feeling as if she were in a dream...

"But it's just a beautiful dream!" As if thinking of something, the dashing Yan Kao Zhaoshi's face flushed red, and he also made up his mind to improve his strength as soon as possible so that he could keep up with Xiao Chen and be able to help him.

If Yan Hongxia was like this, then Mo Qiu and Ning Meng, the master and apprentice beside her, were even more mesmerized and excited when Zhao Chen and Tantai Zhugong were fighting.

Ning Meng, in particular, felt that the young master was becoming more and more tempting, and she wished she could just take a few bites of him.

"It's a pity that the young master doesn't seem to respond to my initiative, treating me like a child... Instead, his gaze is always on my master..." Thinking this to herself, Ning Meng's eyes lit up, and she thought that perhaps she could try a roundabout approach.

Ming Xueling's thoughts were the simplest. Dressed in a dark blue turtleneck long-sleeved top and a pure white short skirt that clearly outlined her graceful curves, she pounced on Zhao Chen and gave him a sweet kiss.

This is a technique she learned about "celebrating knowledge" from a magazine, which involves more advanced techniques, but unfortunately it's not suitable for use here.

But her actions clearly displeased Yan Hongxia, Ning Meng, and even Mo Qiu, who all moved closer to her.

Seeing this, Zhao Chen sensed something was wrong and quickly called out to the two young leaders of the Shenmu Gang, who were standing further away, as well as Yu Hui, who had just become the young mistress.

Their faces were beaming with excitement, after all, winning the "business war" not only meant protecting many of their businesses, but also receiving a huge sum of money.

Realizing there were outsiders present, Yan Hongxia, who was the most shy, immediately stopped what she was doing. Master Moqiu was not much better, and quietly took a step back.

Only Ming Xueling, who knew nothing of shyness, and Ning Meng, who had been instilled with a lot of knowledge by her mother and whose skin had become much thicker, still held Zhao Chen's arms on either side.

Although they knew it wasn't really appropriate to step forward at this moment, since Young Master Chen had summoned them, the Qiu brothers exchanged a glance and then approached the bamboo pavilion, cupping their hands and saying, "Congratulations to Young Master Chen on winning this battle; you will soon be famous throughout the world."

“We won this battle, so we should celebrate together.” Zhao Chen smiled and nodded, then prepared to return the “Crimson Flame Maple Sword” to Qiu Wuyan.

But the young master Qiu did not accept it. Instead, he said sincerely, "A precious sword is given to a hero. In this 'business war,' our Shenmu Gang was able to protect our business thanks to you, young master. We should repay you."

"We brothers have nothing else of value, so let this sword be a token of our appreciation."

"Moreover, 'Crimson Maple' cannot unleash its full power in the hands of us brothers; it will only gather dust. It is better to let it follow you, young master, so that it can better show its splendor."

These words were rather "cheesy," and even Zhao Chen felt it would be inappropriate not to accept them... Although he knew that the Qiu brothers actually just wanted to build a good relationship with him and find a backer for the Shenmu Gang.

At this moment, Meng Yi, the current president of the Beijing Chamber of Commerce who served as the notary in this battle, and the members of the Green Bamboo Alliance came over. In addition to announcing the victory of the Shenmu Gang, they also handed over the first payment that the Green Bamboo Alliance had to make as compensation for its defeat to the Qiu brothers.

This is also the rule of business warfare: if you win, you can get the desired industry, but if you lose, you must pay compensation equivalent to those industries.

Fortunately, the business war initiated by the Green Bamboo Alliance was ostensibly provoked by the Liang Prince's Mansion. Now that they have lost, the Liang Prince's Mansion will naturally be the scapegoat. Therefore, Nie Fei and the others are in relatively good spirits. Even Jin Qingmo, who was seriously injured, is full of energy. If it weren't for the inappropriate occasion, he would have liked to go up and ask Zhao Chen for some more advice.

After all, Zhao Chen's "Meteorite Burial" seemed to be even more advanced than the one that Young Master Tantai had demonstrated. If he could get some guidance, perhaps his "Dragon Bamboo Fall" could be improved even further.

However, Zhao Chen had no intention of instructing a seemingly handsome young man who was actually a decrepit old man. After confirming that the amount of money was correct, he led his group away from Qianzhu Garden. He also didn't inquire about the fact that Tantai Zhugong had not reappeared in the Cuizhu Alliance's group...

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Inside the main hall of Moyue Residence, Zhao Chen and his entourage had just returned when Eunuch Cao, who served the emperor, came to visit. He not only brought the official seal of "Southwest Wandering Envoy and Assistant Director of the Evil-Slaying Academy," but also handed a metal box to Zhao Chen.

"Young master, be careful. The knowledge contained in this box is extremely dangerous. Be sure to be prepared before you look at it!" Eunuch Cao solemnly reminded him.

Knowing that it most likely contained information about the "candidates," Zhao Chen nodded seriously and immediately put the box into his "collection space," planning to study it slowly later when he entered the "Starship."

After seeing off Eunuch Cao, Zhao Chen turned to the female warriors in the hall and said with a smile, "It seems that our Emperor wants me to leave the capital as soon as possible."

He also understood the other party's thoughts. He knew that he was involved in a lot of karma and could easily bring other calamities to the emperor and Consort Ning.

Fortunately, Zhao Chen didn't want to stay in the capital any longer. After all, the date of his "trip to Yingzhou" with Hongyue was getting closer and closer, so he could make some preparations first.

Ning Meng and Mo Qiu will definitely not accompany them on this journey. Since they have received the opportunity arranged by Consort Ning, they should take the opportunity to improve their strength as much as possible.

Yan Hongxia is in a similar situation. She now possesses almost all of her innate magical arts, has reached the ninth level of magical power, and has also obtained the fifth-rank title of the "White Jade Sect" in the Worry-Free Cave Heaven. She seems to be close to supernatural powers, but not to mention the process of "seeking the soul and gathering the spirit," the opportunity for the initial union of the soul and spirit is not easy to obtain.

The "trials" arranged by the Daoguan Office were perfect for addressing this weakness, and although she was reluctant, she decided to stay in the capital.

As female warriors whose values ​​were shaped by the Great Xia Dynasty, they were fond of Zhao Chen, but they also knew that cultivation and strength were the foundation of everything.

Only by having a higher cultivation level can one avoid holding someone back and better help Zhao Chen. Moreover, if one's cultivation level surpasses Zhao Chen's by several realms, Yan Hongxia might not hesitate to monopolize him.

Cultivators, once they reach a high level of cultivation, gain the right to speak and the right to control; this is an ironclad rule of the Great Xia, a nation of cultivation.

For example, an ordinary person can make a living by having a little money or wealth, but if they want to own their own property, their family must have a cultivator; otherwise, the government will not register them.

Because all industries, even a small shop, can be acquired through "commercial warfare".

Fortunately, the fees for launching a "commercial war" are very high, so generally no one will go to great lengths for a small deal.

Just as Yan Hongxia, Mo Qiu, and Ning Meng were all saddened by their parting, Ming Xueling said quite naturally, "I'll go arrange our trip right away..."

Although her words were just a routine statement, they sounded like a provocation to Yan Hongxia and the others.

Ning Meng narrowed her eyes, then suddenly laughed. She grabbed Yan Hongxia, whispered a few words to her, and then turned to Ming Xueling, saying, "Then you should go quickly. You must take good care of the young master's food, clothing, and lodging. Don't let him suffer any grievances."

Ming Xueling glanced at her and nodded, saying, "I will."

As she hurriedly went out to run errands, Zhao Chen originally wanted to go to "Star Chariot" to check the "candidates'" information, but Ning Meng stopped him.

He was a little puzzled when he saw Yan Hongxia blushing and, at Ning Meng's urging, say somewhat shyly, "Xiao Chen, you mentioned the bathhouse challenge in the third secret realm... We, we want to go with you to see it..."

(End of this chapter)