I was banned by the Revitalization event.

"Very good, you've done a good job all these years."

The old man took out a handkerchief to wipe the foam from the corner of his mouth and praised in a low voice, "You've been lying in ambush for so many years. Now is the time for your hidden agents to come into play. Find a way to send a message to the leader of the Five Poisons Sect and tell him, 'The wind is rising.'"

"Yes!" The woman quickly bowed her head, pounded her chest with her right hand, and responded enthusiastically.

The old man gave a dry laugh, then turned and left.

Before leaving, he also took a copy of "100,000 Whys" and went downstairs to pay the bill.

The state keeps a close eye on the movements of cultivators. Even though he was disguised as a servant of the Lian family, his sudden arrival at the bookstore and subsequent empty-handed return might still arouse suspicion from above.

This is the wisdom of time.

"Sixty-five." After he came downstairs, the cashier scanned his clothes and said to him.

"Sixty-five yuan for this book? I could buy several for five yuan when I was young." The Lian family patriarch's hand trembled as he took out his money, utterly bewildered.

I haven't left my home in fifty years, how come prices have changed so quickly?

Are you robbing me?

"Sir, all the books here are genuine, clearly priced, and we treat everyone fairly, young and old." The female cashier shrugged and smiled politely.

The attitude was very straightforward.

If you can't afford it, don't buy it.

The Lian family patriarch's face darkened for a moment, then he snorted and threw the book down.

That's it.

After enduring so many years of restraint, what's wrong with indulging once? Anyway, after tomorrow, these hermit clans will be finished, and the power structure will be reshuffled. There's no need to care about pretense anymore.

……

"Qin Luo, how's Liaozhou? Is the air better than in Xianning?"

The train arrived at the station on time.

As Qin Luo and the Jiang family stepped out of the station, the space in front of them suddenly opened up, and the greenery and springtime atmosphere rushed towards them, giving them a refreshing feeling.

Jiang Qiaomiao put her hands behind her back, walked backwards, and looked at Qin Luo with a smile.

along the way.

Jiang Qiaomiao's mood visibly improved.

After getting off the bus, the girl's happiness was written all over her pretty face.

A young girl who can't hide her feelings.

"Not bad."

Qin Luo, pulling his suitcase, felt a rare sense of freshness.

Compared to first-tier cities like Xianning, Liaozhou is less modernized, but it has a stronger natural atmosphere, with lush green trees and a more vibrant atmosphere in the air.

In this era.

This place can probably be considered a place with excellent feng shui.

"How about I take you to visit Liaozhou University this afternoon?" Jiang Qiaomiao asked happily, linking her arm with Qin Luo's.

This is where she grew up.

Compared to Xianning, this place feels more like home.

"Qiao Miao, we have important business to attend to. No nonsense allowed," Jiang Hongtu said sternly, his voice carrying an air of authority.

"Oh……"

The girl agreed softly, but her eyes remained bright.

She lowered her voice and whispered in Qin Luo's ear, "When I was studying here, I often sneaked out with my teacher to have late-night snacks. I know a lot of good places to eat... I'll take you out tonight to satisfy your cravings. I'll treat you to roast lamb chops."

Because they were so close, Jiang Qiaomiao's warm breath brushed against her ear.

Indistinctly.

It also has a slightly fresh, youthful scent.

Qin Luo's arm was now wrapped around hers. The girl's chest was broad, warm, and soft, giving him a feeling of being enveloped in layers of tenderness.

She herself doesn't seem to realize it yet...

Qin Luo hesitated for a moment, but ultimately did not pull his arm out.

So be it.

If she finds out, she'll be embarrassed.

Soon a car arranged by the Su family arrived, picked up the group of people, and took them to their accommodation.

This auction will be held at the Su family's private estate.

The manor is located at the foot of a rolling green mountain. At a glance, several buildings dot the landscape, including a hotel, entertainment area, rest area, a magnificent and spacious auction house, and even a swimming pool and ice skating rink. All kinds of service facilities are available.

"Are all the aristocratic families this extravagant?" Qin Luo exclaimed in surprise.

A grand gesture.

“The auction house changes every year. These things are built once, and then they can be reused when it’s your turn,” Jiang Hongtu explained cheerfully. He glanced at the golf course not far away and shrugged. “The Su family probably spent 1.5 billion to build this place. It’s not a huge sum.”

"1.5 billion isn't a big deal?" Qin Luo was taken aback.

"The poor study literature, the rich study martial arts; cultivation is the most resource-intensive. A rare spiritual plant can cost tens of millions, so these mundane things are nothing," Jiang Zhe explained with a smile.

Top-tier cultivator.

Which one wasn't built with massive amounts of resources?

If one relies solely on absorbing the spiritual energy of heaven and earth, it would be an eternity before one can attain the Great Void.

Looking at this happy and joyful family of three.

Qin Luo fell into deep thought.

like……

His fee is too low.

……

The Su family made meticulous arrangements for their guests. Waiters were already waiting at the hotel entrance to exchange room cards according to the number of invitations and assign rooms to each guest.

Qin Luo had originally planned to go and look at the house.

Jiang Zhe simply grabbed him, chuckled, and tossed the suitcase to the waiter.

"What's the point of checking into a hotel? It's the same as anywhere else. Just let them clean it up. I'll take you to meet my friends. They're all talented young men, local heroes. It'll be more fun hanging out with them than going back to your room to sleep."

"Wouldn't that be a bad idea?"

Qin Luo looked at Jiang Zhe, thought for a moment shyly, and said, "I'm an introverted and shy boy, and I'm quite timid."

What if I get bullied?

"It's okay, I'm here with my brother, I promise there won't be any awkward silences."

Jiang Zhe was amused.

With his hands in his pockets, he confidently led the way.

Chapter 51 Precision Strike

The Su Family Manor is built against the mountain, surrounded by lush forests, and the air is fresh and clean.

Qin Luo walked out of the hotel lobby and watched Jiang Zhe making phone calls one by one by the small fountain. Soon, he called over four young men.

The group of people do have a good relationship.

Jiang Zhe greeted them one by one, chatting and laughing, and then introduced Qin Luo to each of them.

"This is Su Tong from the Su family, a master of swordsmanship."

"Hello."

"This is Li Xingxian from the Li family. He has excellent soft skills and good talent. He will soon reach the late stage of Qi Refining, just like me."

"It's a pleasure to meet you."

"This is Sun Mou from the Sun family, and Lian Chen from the Lian family..."

Several people bowed in greeting.

Qin Luo also clasped his hands in a fist and introduced himself politely: "Zhou Ming of the Jiang family, I am currently in the early stage of Qi Refining, please give me your guidance."

Jiang Zhe: "???"

If he hadn't become Qin Luo's homeroom teacher, he would have actually believed it.

How come you said it so naturally?

"Surname Zhou... Has another cultivation family with the surname Zhou emerged in Xianning?" The younger member of the Su family thought for a moment, but couldn't recall it, so he turned to ask Jiang Zhe.

"I am an illegitimate child, Jiang Zhe's younger brother. Please excuse my ignorance." Qin Luo said calmly.

The group suddenly realized what was going on.

It is common for illegitimate children to take their mother's surname. Some hermit families do not abide by the rule of monogamy and it is common for them to have illegitimate children.

Looking at Qin Luo beside her, whose smile was gentle and clean.

Jiang Zhe fell into deep thought.

How could he possibly be an introverted and shy boy?

However, he still smiled and waved his hand, not exposing him, "This is my brother's first time in Liaozhou, he's unfamiliar with the place. Come on, let's take him to have some fun, make some friends, and look out for each other in the future."

"Do you play tennis, brother?" asked the younger member of the Li family, who was quite familiar with the family.

"Only a little bit."

Qin Luo politely pinched a hole between his fingers.

Mainly because he is very strong.