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Chapter 78: The Fall of the Dragon Clan, Lin Fan's Unrestrained Actions (Part 3)
Chapter 78: The Fall of the Dragon Clan, Lin Fan's Unrestrained Actions (Part 3)
If the quantity increases, the price will rise. One way or another, we'll spend more, and it will keep increasing."
This was obvious.
'Speculators' and price gougers exist in every era and background, and there are quite a few of them.
However, he didn't have any complaints about the Lan Yue Sect and was just stating the facts.
After all, this wasn't a bad thing; it was a great opportunity! He admired himself at this moment and felt like a badass.
When the Lan Yue Sect was in such a sorry state, he still chose to invest and take a chance. Wasn't that badass? It was so badass it was explosive!
And now, there was already a return on his investment, and it far exceeded his expectations, even bringing such a happy dilemma.
The formation that covered twenty-five Spirit Mountains?
Hey, if there were another twenty-five, he'd do it!
That's because he had the guts, the insight, and the audacity!
If it were that kid...
His gaze swept over his son, Liu Xun, and he secretly smirked.
"Brother Lin, your insight and luck are renowned!"
"Investing ten times and earning nine times is what I'm known for. In this lifetime, the investment with the fastest and most substantial returns is the Lan Yue Sect."
He pondered for a moment, then said: "Regarding the price gouging, we need to be prepared. Second Uncle, since you've already emerged from seclusion, I don't think you'll need to go back into seclusion for a short time. Why don't you go to other Immortal Cities and markets to purchase the necessary medicinal materials? When we're in a pinch or too busy, we can buy them from the market."
Don't cut grass near the rabbit's burrow—this was a principle Liu Wanli understood well.
"Now everyone knows that our Liu Clan is cooperating with the Lan Yue Sect, but the specific details of the cooperation haven't been revealed.
“If the Liu family were to openly purchase the necessary materials in Hongwu Immortal City, it would easily attract attention and lead to an investigation.”
“That would undoubtedly stir up jealousy, and the other two of the three major families might even join forces, causing trouble for us.”
“So, it's better to go further afield and source materials from various places. After all, the Immortal Martial Continent is vast, and with Essence Stones in hand, we won't have to worry about not being able to buy what we need.”
“It will just take more time and effort, and the risks will be higher.”
“As for the price, I estimate it won't differ too much.”
“After all, teleportation arrays cost money, and being unfamiliar with the area means no discounts. So, overall, the price should be similar to what they're offering, but with far fewer complications.”
“Once our strength surpasses the other two major families, we can make a grand announcement and astonish everyone with our achievements.”
Hearing this, Liu Xun's blood boiled with excitement.
He knew he didn't possess the talent of Second Uncle, and there was no way he could pin down both Chen and Jiang families' Heaven's Pride. If nothing unexpected happened, just being able to protect himself would be impressive.
But with the assistance of Moonseizing Sect's pills, that might not be the case~~~
He had to beat those guys until they called him daddy!
Liu Erge also thought it was a good plan. He nodded, “This is a good idea. Although we can't save much on Essence Stones, we can avoid a lot of trouble at our doorstep. I'll take care of this personally.”
“Thanks, Second Uncle.” Liu Wanli smiled.
“We're family, no need for formalities.” Liu Erge was a man of principle.
“Liu Xun.”
“Yes, Father.” Liu Xun immediately ended his daydreaming and obediently replied.
“Call me Clan Leader!” Liu Wanli frowned.
“Yes, Clan Leader.”
“Also, you should go there too. While delivering the medicinal ingredients, bring a copy of all our Liu Clan's techniques, secrets, and experiences, except for the clan's foundational techniques and forbidden secrets. Leave nothing out.”
“They've been plundered for years, and I estimate there aren't many good things left. By sending these over, we can deepen our relationship with them.”
“Remember this!”
Liu Wanli's expression turned serious.
Liu Xun immediately straightened up, not daring to blink.
“As you command, Clan Leader.”
“Whether it's cooperation or investment, if things go well, we must increase our investment. As long as we can still provide help to the other party, we should gradually strengthen our support, letting them feel our goodwill and owe us more favors!”
Liu Wanli spoke with confidence.
“This way, our relationship will be more solid, and the benefits we receive will be greater.”
“It will prevent us from regretting when we're already overwhelmed, seeing them high above while we're left in the corner, silently lamenting.”
“On the contrary, if the investment fails or we discover their character is poor, we must immediately cut ties without hesitation, or we might be ruined and lose everything.”
“Hiss!”
“Clan Leader, surely not?”
Liu Xun felt it was too far-fetched. “Cutting ties immediately, I agree. But you said we'd be overwhelmed, and they'd be high above. How could they be so high above us?”
“Is that even possible?!”
“You don't understand!”
“Even if there's only a ten percent chance, we must do this. This is the allure of investment.”
Liu Wanli smacked his lips. “You know that my talent and cultivation aren't the best among my peers, so why did the position of Clan Leader fall to me? And why does no one in the Liu Clan dare to defy me?”
He pointed to his temple. “Because I have brains, and I'm willing to invest!”
“If I lose, I lose.”
“If I win, I soar.”
“In any case, don't regret when it's too late!”
Liu Xun still felt it was far-fetched.
Fucking Lin Fan and his Moonseizing Sect, surpassing the Liu Clan?
How many people are in the Moonseizing Sect? Their strongest is only at the First Stage of the Sixth Finger Profane Realm!
Liu Xun thought, the Liu Clan has countless members—the main branch, the side branches, the minor branches... scattered all over, there might be over a million! Their strongest might not be at the Seventh Realm, but they're probably not far from it.
With the Moonseizing Sect's pill supply, they might even advance further. How could the Moonseizing Sect surpass the Liu Clan?!
This can't be!
Although Liu Xun usually called Lin Fan brother, those were just polite words.
But now, his father was telling him that one day, Lin Fan might surpass him and the entire Liu Clan?
This...
He was half-believing, half-doubting. “If we miss this chance, we'll only regret it later.”
Second Uncle nodded.
“Second Uncle?”
“If we want to increase our investment but lack the strength, we should grovel and flatter them. Maybe we can gain some benefits.”
Liu Xun was shocked.
Damn, Second Uncle, I misjudged you.
I thought you were a man of principle!!!
...
In the afternoon, Liu Xun arrived with two elders and three bulging storage bags.
The value of the spirit herbs they brought was at least ten times higher than before! Previously, they mainly supplied Condensation Pills and Profound Essence Pills, but now, they had Spirit Pills and Profound Origin Pills.
“Brother Lin, the Spirit Pills are for Ling'er and Jianqiang's practice. Don't worry about them.”
“Also, I've been thinking. Considering your Moonseizing Sect's previous struggles, I don't think you have many techniques and secrets to choose from. But to recruit and teach disciples, these things are indispensable.”
“So, I've copied all the Liu Clan's techniques, secrets, experiences, and miscellaneous knowledge and sent them over. I hope you won't mind, Brother Lin.”
Liu Xun had calculated clearly.
The Liu Clan will eventually be in his hands, and since his father valued the Moonseizing Sect so much, why not take this favor for himself? He believed his father's magnanimity wouldn't hold this against him~!
“Brother, you really know how to joke? I'm delighted, not annoyed.”
“With the Liu Clan's eye for talent, there's none better.”
Liu Xun had initially planned to acquire a batch of resources soon, but now, he had a different task at hand. He needed to gather intelligence, and fortunately, he had some powerful techniques and secrets at his disposal, even the 'abnormal' level ones like the Nirvana Scripture. However, most of these were reserved for Xiao Ling'er and Fan Jianqiang.
As the Sect Master, he couldn't very well take his disciple's resources, could he? That would be too shameless.
So, he decided to spend money to buy what he needed. Even if he couldn't get the best, something standard and by-the-book would suffice.
After all, the Moonseizing Sect was still in its early stages, and standard techniques and secrets would be enough for now. The future? Well, that could wait!
As for the protagonist template disciples, most of them had their own external cheats, so he didn't need to worry too much about them. Therefore, it wouldn't be a problem.
But now, the Liu Clan had sent something, which was even better.
It would save him some trouble.
"So, we're brothers now?" Liu Xun said with a satisfied smile.
"Brothers!" Lin Fan laughed, feeling good about this development.
Liu Xun muttered to himself, "As expected, the Jiang Family's old man is really something. After his father's actions, our relationship has indeed taken a step forward."
However, Lin Fan also had his strengths. With a technique like the Flower Transplantation, this favor would now fall on his shoulders. And brothers were indeed good to have!
"I, Liu, love dealing with 'good brothers.' Brothers are easy to talk to, haha!" Lin Fan laughed.
Liu Xun joined in the laughter.
"Brothers are the best!"
Lin Fan feared that his brothers might have a hard time, and he also worried about them opening up new paths. Or rather, he worried about his brothers...
In any case, having good brothers was the right choice.
"Being brothers is in my heart," Lin Fan said, thumping his chest and then hooking Liu Xun's neck. "I'll remember your brotherly kindness. But, could you help me with a small matter?"
"Just say it."
Liu Xun indicated that he had no problem with the request.
"It's not a big deal. It's just an intelligence issue."
"As the saying goes, 'Intelligence precedes the movement of troops...'"
"Isn't that about provisions?"
"Hey, don't mind those details. The situation now is that after the Moonseizing Sect's expansion, we know too little about our neighboring sects and powers. I believe this is a risk, and I think your Liu Clan should have some intelligence. Can you share it?"
"You don't need to know too much. Just the intelligence about the sects and powers bordering the Moonseizing Sect..."
Lin Fan had been thinking about this, and now he finally had some clarity.
First, he would step by step eliminate any potential crises he could foresee.
Then... he would cultivate a batch of new disciples.
For example, finding a nuclear warhead in the desert, or rather, after they established their Dao Heart Vows, they might luckily find high-quality pills in the wilderness.
Lin Fan believed that this would be very attractive to those small sects, small powers, and ordinary wandering cultivators. It might not convince them to fight to the death, but to fight half to death, there should be no problem.
But if they fought half to death, there would be no issues, right? With Xiao Ling'er around, pills were the biggest asset of the Moonseizing Sect!
"That's a minor issue."
Liu Xun agreed and promised to help.
"It's normal to gather intelligence when developing. I'll find that information and send it to you through a Communication Jade Talisman when I get back."
"Thank you."
"I knew you'd help with this."
Lin Fan smiled.
"There's one more thing," Liu Xun said with a hint of fear. "Do you remember Dragon Aotian?"
"Of course I remember."
Lin Fan's eyebrows rose. "Has something happened to him?"
"He hasn't encountered any problems, but the Feathered Clan has been unable to find him despite their large-scale search. They even threatened the entire Dragon Clan with their lives, but Dragon Aotian hasn't shown himself."
"Just before I came here, news from White Emperor City said that the Dragon Clan has been completely wiped out."
"Not a single survivor."
"Only Dragon Aotian is missing, and the Feathered Clan is furious. No one wants to offend them at this critical juncture."
"But this is good news for the Moonseizing Sect. They're focused on Dragon Aotian, and the small friction between us will likely be overlooked."
Liu Xun sighed.
The Dragon Clan, though not as strong as the Liu Clan, was still powerful.
But they were wiped out just like that.
All because of that pitiful Dragon Aotian! As a young master of a clan, couldn't he learn from me, the young master of the Liu Clan? Look at how steady and reliable I am!
"The Dragon Clan has been exterminated."
Lin Fan understood and sighed, but he wasn't surprised.
He had guessed this might happen, after all, Dragon Aotian was like that. Moreover, even extremely plot armor-protected protagonists like him had been killed off, so how could he, a protagonist template, dare to say he was the main character?
This further reminded Lin Fan to be cautious.
Even extremely plot armor-protected protagonists like Dragon Aotian had been killed, and he, Lin Fan, had not just one but several protagonist templates. How much more dangerous could it get?
He must be cautious, cautious, and even more cautious!
...
Not long after Liu Xun left, the intelligence arrived.
Currently, there were six sects bordering the Moonseizing Sect.
These sects were all doing well, with around ten Spirit Mountains each and several hundred to a thousand disciples. The largest had over three thousand disciples.
They didn't have much background.
Usually, they relied on flattering and pleasing stronger sects to get some benefits, such as providing them with talents.
Apart from that, they could only 'farm' and slowly develop.
It was worth mentioning that the three-thousand-strong sect had a small Essence Stone Vein!
Because of this vein, they had managed to develop and become the strongest in the region, with seventeen Spirit Mountains and over three thousand disciples, including three Fifth Finger Profane Realm Elders.
If given some time and opportunities, they might even have a chance to challenge the second-rank sects.
However, it would be extremely difficult, and they only had a slim chance.
After all, this region was too barren, and the small Essence Stone Vein was already at its limit supporting three thousand people. If they wanted to expand further, they would either need to expand their territory or...
They would need a Heaven's Pride to carry the sect forward.
...
In the world of cultivation and fantasy, the development of a sect differs from that of a regular company.
It's not uncommon for a Heaven's Pride's strength and talent to surpass that of an entire sect.
"However, as of now, there hasn't been anyone in Jade Lynx Palace who can single-handedly carry the sect forward. So, we can give it a try."
"The other five sects... their strengths are almost on par with Peach Blossom Sect, so we can use them."
Lin Fan pondered, his eyes gradually brightening.
The next day, Lin Fan sought out the Fifth Elder, Su Xinghai. "Elder Su, I'd like to trouble you to visit Jade Lynx Palace and the other five sects bordering our own, to deliver Invitation Scrolls."
"What does the Sect Leader want?" Su Xinghai was curious.
"To make them our sworn brothers!"
Lin Fan laughed.
They were all brothers!
Su Xinghai was filled with doubts, but he still went to deliver the message honestly.
Being a Fifth Realm Cultivator, he was swift, and with Lan Yue Sect having the Liu Clan as their backing, these six sects, though envious and jealous, didn't dare to cause trouble. They accepted the Invitation Scrolls and didn't make things difficult for Su Xinghai.
After all, there was no direct hatred between them and Lan Yue Sect, at most, they were just future competitors.
...Jade Lynx Palace.
The Palace Master, Wang Yulin, toyed with the Invitation Scroll.
Before long, the Jade Lynx Palace Elders arrived and took their seats.
He then opened the Invitation Scroll and said, "Elder Su Xinghai has delivered this Invitation Scroll, asking us to come over and discuss a major matter together. And by the way, we'll see what kind of game Lan Yue Sect is playing."
Opening the Invitation Scroll, he placed it directly on the table, "Let's all take a look."
Being Fourth and Fifth Realm Cultivators, their eyesight was exceptional, and they could clearly read the contents.
"To the esteemed Jade Lynx Palace:
I, the Sect Leader of Lan Yue Sect, send this Invitation Scroll to request your presence tomorrow to discuss a significant matter.
Rest assured, this is a beneficial opportunity for both our sects.
But if you do not come, I will ask the Liu Clan to intervene, and the consequences will be on you."
Wang Yulin was taken aback.
The Elders were also shocked.
"How dare they!"
"Is this an Invitation Scroll?"
"Who writes an Invitation Scroll like this?"
"This is not an Invitation Scroll, it's a threat!"
"Are they relying on the Liu Clan's support?"
"Just because they have the Liu Clan backing them, does that mean we should bow down and submit?!"
"They're too arrogant! I'll go and challenge this Lin Fan myself!"
The Elders were furious.
Although they were all Third-Class Sects, within that category, they were considered 'upper-class'. How dare Lan Yue Sect threaten them!
Just half a year ago, they were on the brink of destruction, struggling to survive, and now they're threatening us?
Who the hell could tolerate this!
"Palace Master, give the order!"
"Let's fight them!"
"Nonsense!" Wang Yulin furrowed his brows, feeling extremely annoyed.
Jade Lynx Palace was his creation, and as the 'Founding Master' and Palace Master, he naturally wouldn't tolerate such humiliation. But for the pursuit in his heart, he had to remain calm.
"Lan Yue Sect is currently in the spotlight, although their strength is inferior to ours, but that Xiao Ling'er has obtained an unusual flame, and now she's likely even closer to the Liu Clan."
"If we take action, the Liu Clan will surely intervene. At that time, what chance do we have of survival?"
Wang Yulin took a deep breath, suppressing his anger. "If it were in the past, I wouldn't care! But now, my son Wang Teng has the potential of an Emperor..."
"As long as we lie low for a while, Jade Lynx Palace can soar to new heights, becoming a Second-Rank or even First-Rank Sect is not an impossible dream. We must not act rashly now!"
The Elders smiled bitterly.
"The Sect Leader's words are true."
"The Young Master has exceptional talent. As long as we give him time..."
"What does the Sect Leader mean?"
"Just go!"
Wang Yulin said, "Since it's said to be a good opportunity, it shouldn't be too outrageous. As for safety, we don't need to worry too much."
"If they truly want to take action, we can directly ask the Liu Clan to intervene. Why would we need to be tricked into going there?"
"Regarding the last sentence, I think it's because they're afraid we won't give them face, so they intentionally wrote it."
After calming down, he felt that the Invitation Scroll wasn't as hard to accept as he initially thought.
Of course, the main reason was that the Liu Clan was too strong, and they couldn't compete.
Otherwise...
Pah!
"I'll go there myself."
"Let's see what kind of game they're playing."
At this moment, a handsome young man suddenly jumped out from behind a pillar, "Father, I'll go with you."
"You used secret techniques to hide and eavesdrop again?!" Wang Yulin was annoyed.
"Father, rest assured, I've broken through. Even if something unexpected happens, I have the confidence to bring you back safely."
The young man held his head high, and he had the 'Invincible Confidence'.
What was Lan Yue Sect to him?
Even the widely rumored Dragon Aotian was no match for him!
"Father, you know I have exceptional talent, with the potential of an Emperor, and I'm not weak now. But precisely because of that, I need to be more patient..."
"Father, I've endured for twenty years!"
"Besides, it's not certain that they'll take action. Let me go!"
Wang Teng was unconvinced.
After some argument, Wang Yulin couldn't refuse, and he could only agree.
But he decided to take extra security measures.
He brought all the Elders with him!
If Lan Yue Sect really caused trouble, they would fight to the death!
"As long as my son can escape..."
...Meanwhile, the other five sects also received the Invitation Scrolls from Lan Yue Sect one after the other.
At first, they all had smiles on their faces.
They thought Lan Yue Sect was trying to make peace, as they were 'neighbors', and for Lan Yue Sect to develop, they would need to maintain good relations with them, right?
Moreover, with Lan Yue Sect's size, what kind of waves could they make?
But after reading the Invitation Scroll, they were all shocked.
Their minds were filled with curses.
"Lan Yue Sect is outrageous!"
"How dare they!"
"They're infuriating!"
They were furious, but then they contacted the other sects. After asking around, they discovered that the other neighboring sects had also received the Invitation Scrolls, and the contents were the same.
"Then let's go."
"I want to see what Lan Yue Sect is up to!"
(End of Chapter)
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