Our eldest brother never hides good things from us.

The clear voice, amplified by the true energy, spread out, causing people to stare wide-eyed and freeze in place.

Even the dozen or so holy sons showed strange expressions, secretly praising Chang Wen's awesomeness.

Honestly, even they wouldn't dare speak to the obese referee like that, yet Chang Wen did. No wonder he's the ruthless guy who paid them to participate in the Snow Lotus Peak competition; I truly admire him.

The Snow Lotus Saint Child, Ning Wushuang, was completely dumbfounded.

Even he had to be respectful to the obese referee, so how dare Chang Wen, a disciple of a declining mountain peak, be so arrogant?

With that thought in mind, he looked at the obese referee, hoping the latter would subdue Chang Wen. After all, his embarrassment this time was entirely because of Chang Wen. Now the opportunity was right in front of him, and he just wanted to see Chang Wen get beaten up.

But the result was not as he had hoped.

Despite the anger flashing in the obese referee's eyes, he hesitated to make a move against Chang Wen. Not because he didn't want to, but because he dared not.

As an elder, he wouldn't act impulsively. He believed in having sufficient motivation and confidence in everything he did.

If we only consider strength, most of the people present could easily defeat Chang Wen. But in this world, it's not just about strength; background also matters.

Some might say, "Hasn't Haoran Peak already fallen to the point of being taken over? What kind of background could it possibly have?"

The obese referee was certain that the person who said that was a young man. Anyone older would never say something so foolish.

A thousand years ago, Zhou Qing comprehended the Great Brightness Sutra. His identity as a demonic cultivator was exposed, but he escaped under the protection of the people of Haoran Peak. What was his secret?

Are they the hundreds of disciples and elders from Haoran Peak?

Three hundred years ago, the peak masters gathered at Haoran Peak, intending to take over the peak. They ultimately signed a three-hundred-year pact. As peak masters, they were burdened with important matters. Did they gather at Haoran Peak simply to sign a pact?

Isn't it because no one can beat Fairy Biyou?

The obese referee felt a cold sweat break out on his back as he thought about this. As long as Fairy Biyou was alive, even if only a single blade of grass remained on Haoran Peak, no one would dare to touch it.

But then again, even if we dare not do anything, we still need to save face...

He glared at Chang Wen, his voice low and menacing, "Rumors have existed since ancient times. Even with my extraordinary abilities, I cannot suppress them. How can you blame me? If you don't give me a reasonable explanation today, you're not leaving."

Everyone looked at Chang Wen; the pressure was palpable.

"You won't shed a tear until you see the coffin, huh?"

Chang Wen didn't mince words, turning to the crowd, "Every Snow Lotus Peak disciple present, without exception, can receive ten mid-grade spirit stones from me if they can testify that the Nine Yang True Phoenix Nirvana Flame Seed is the champion's reward. Higher-level inner peak disciples and direct disciples can receive five hundred mid-grade spirit stones. First come, first served, no exceptions!"

As soon as he finished speaking, the room fell into a deathly silence, then erupted into a cacophony of noise. Wave after wave.

"Is your spirit stone too hot to handle?"

The obese referee was instantly flustered. He knew all too well the significance of spirit stones in people's hearts.

Who could resist the temptation of earning spirit stones simply by testifying? Moreover, he had already switched the story, so those who testified had no qualms about it.

Some might ask, "They are all disciples of Snow Lotus Peak, how could they be siding with outsiders and testifying for Chang Wen?"

hehe...

Just as he expected, shortly after Chang Wen finished speaking, hundreds of disciples dressed in Snow Lotus Peak attire rushed towards him, like middle-aged women rushing to a supermarket to grab all the goods, fearing they would be sold out.

Among them are many disciples from the inner peak of Snow Lotus Peak and their direct disciples.

A direct disciple only receives a thousand mid-grade spirit stones as an annual stipend, while a mere witness can earn five hundred. Only a fool wouldn't go. Besides, this matter is true.

"Brother, are you going or not? If not, take off your clothes and lend them to me. I'm going to collect money from the God of Wealth."

Some disciples from the outer peaks with higher cultivation levels would approach disciples from the Snow Lotus Peak with lower cultivation levels and immediately start tearing off their clothes.

More and more people flocked to Chang Wen, as if he possessed some kind of magic...

This isn't some fallen mountain peak senior brother, he's clearly a god of wealth!

The situation has completely changed.

No one cared about how this matter started or how it would end. Everyone's attention was focused on Chang Wen, scrutinizing him repeatedly.

It wasn't until they met Chang Wen that they truly understood the power of money. It was as if they had a grudge against spirit stones.

Many people wanted to ask Chang Wen, "Brother, are spirit stones a hot potato?" But what came out of their mouths was, "Brother, I can testify!"

Why should only disciples of Snow Lotus Peak be allowed to testify? If they can, then so can I!

The sentiment is indignant.

Some people started fighting in order to get closer to Chang Wen, and the scene was chaotic.

The obese referee looked grim; his worst fears had come true.

Ultimately, they underestimated Chang Wen.

They thought that switching the seeds would be harmless, but Chang Wen used money to pave the way, making the situation uncontrollable. If he continues to keep the Nine Yang True Phoenix Nirvana Flame hidden, he will lose face completely. Snow Lotus Peak will also become a laughing stock in the sect.

We need to find a solution that satisfies both sides.

time flies.

Because the scene was too chaotic, Chang Wen had no choice but to stop buying witnesses in order to quell the dispute.

Currently, there are around 500 witnesses, including many of his direct disciples. That's enough; there's no need to waste any more time.

The disciples who didn't receive any spirit stones were greatly disappointed and returned to their original positions, hoping for another opportunity.

Seeing that order had been largely restored, Chang Wen looked at the obese referee and said, "Elder, facts speak louder than words. These people are all disciples of your Snow Lotus Peak, and they can all testify that the reward is the Nine Yang True Phoenix Nirvana Flame Seed. As an elder, you are a person of standing, so you wouldn't still have the nerve to make excuses, would you?"

Everyone turned to look at the obese referee, putting immense pressure on him.

"you……"

The obese referee, speechless with anger, turned red in the face. "The Nine Yang True Phoenix Nirvana Flame Seed was found by me and prepared with the Holy Son of this peak. I cannot give it to you. However, I would not stoop to bullying a junior. I will convert the champion's reward into an equivalent reward item and distribute it to you."

His goal was to protect the Nine Yang True Phoenix Nirvana Flame Seed for Ning Wushuang. Now that the situation was unfavorable, he was laying his cards on the table. He refused to believe that Chang Wen could snatch the flame seed from him.

"Elder, if you insist that the Nine Yang True Phoenix Nirvana Flame Seed isn't a reward, I might have held you in higher regard. Why are you suddenly resorting to dishonest tactics?"

Chang Wen's words were sharp and blunt. Now that the referee had changed his tune and admitted it, things became much easier.

"Say what you will, but I must keep this Nine Yang True Phoenix Nirvana Flame Seed today. If you want a reward, I will give you what you deserve. If you don't want it, then so be it."

The obese old man remained unfazed.

Promising Chang Wen an equal reward is already more than enough. Xue Lian Feng won't lose face either. It's a win-win situation.

"To abuse one's power and do whatever one pleases, what a clever tactic."

Chang Wen became serious.

If he has no power or influence today, then he can only follow the rules set by the obese referee. He will not see the spark, nor will he be able to cure Shen Nianqing's illness; he will only be able to leave the stage with regret.

This is not what he wanted to see.

Therefore... he wants to turn the tide.