Chapter 84: The Case of the Missing Master
Chapter 84: The Case of the Missing Master
Ji Jingqiu's expression was somewhat peculiar.
Not long ago, they had resorted to extreme measures to assassinate someone, and now they were off to claim their assets?
"They are cousins," Zhang Chongba added.
Cousins... Is Lou Qinglan also related to the Ji family?
No wonder!
"You don't have to worry about the Starlight Corporation. They've been thoroughly intimidated, and the faction close to the Lou family has completely taken control."
"Intimidated?"
"Yeah, a Master goes missing, and no one knows if he's alive or dead. Wouldn't that be scary?" Zhang Chongba shrugged, sighing.
"The Master... is missing?"
Ji Jingqiu thought for a long time but couldn't connect these two words.
The Heavenly Master is the pinnacle of Martial Dao. Unless he's directly facing an entire space fleet, where can't he go? It's usually them making others disappear; when did it become their turn to go missing?
Soon, Ji Jingqiu's gaze, filled with both realization and shock, turned towards Ji Anyu.
Indeed, worthy of the Ji family!
So domineering!
Sensing this gaze, Ji Anyu spoke softly, "Yes, that's the look you have right now. Everyone in the Federation who received the news is looking at us like this. But if I tell you that this time, it wasn't the Ji family who made the move, would you believe it?"
Ji Jingqiu shook his head honestly.
Ji Anyu helplessly said, "How could the Ji family be so domineering? The main branch has always prided itself on its family principles. Even if Wan Sui Wei Quan openly provoked them, the Ji family would, at most, privately spar with him. They would sit down and talk it out. Directly making a Master disappear... That's cutting ties with the Federation!"
Ji Jingqiu glanced at Er Ge, and Er Ge responded with a glance.
The gist of their exchange was:
—Look, the Master is directly addressed by name! If it were them, it would have to be Master Wan Sui or Master Wei Quan. Nine out of ten, it's the Ji family's doing!
—Spot-on summary!
Zhang Chongba further analyzed the pros and cons for Ji Jingqiu, concluding that there were definitely risks, but also many benefits.
It wouldn't be too late to seek Yang Shi's opinion and make a decision.
Ji Jingqiu nodded; this matter came suddenly, and he also needed to discuss it with Yang Shi.
Ji Anyu, as a shareholder, inquired about Ji Jingqiu's current realm.
Facing his benefactor, Ji Jingqiu naturally did his best to showcase himself, leaving no detail untold.
After confirming that Ji Jingqiu had broken through all five limits and truly attained Body Forging and Mind Stillness, Ji Anyu was in high spirits, ready to consider how much to invest in the first round.
The Celestial Human Five Limits, in the eyes of the Ji family disciples, were not particularly impressive but still noteworthy.
However, if you add the prefix "within two months," it's a completely different story.
Moreover, he had attained Mind Stillness through Body Forging.
The four characters "limitless future" were practically written on Ji Jingqiu's face.
If he couldn't profit from this, it would undoubtedly be a case of no wealth in his fate.
Afterward, Zhang Chongba directed the topic towards the "Sixth Limit," which Ji Jingqiu was concerned about.
"This thing is unpredictable," Zhang Chongba spoke frankly, "Currently, all Martial Artists who have completed the Five Limits within two months have a chance to sense it, but not a single one has found the direction."
Unpredictable?
But Wood Elder said it's "breakable"...
Ji Jingqiu recalled Wood Elder's response and brought up Elder Luo's opinion.
"The Wilderness Cult's claims are acknowledged by the Administration, but they've remained unchanged for tens of thousands of years. Who can say for sure it'll be different in these few years?"
"Moreover, you don't need to worry. Ah Dao also encountered the same situation as you. After he condensed the True Seed, the Heavenly Gate remained open until a year passed, and it closed automatically."
"So, you just need to cultivate normally, and after reaching the core zone, you can break through the True Seed."
Breaking through the True Seed won't close it?
Then, there's nothing to worry about. It's a matter of choosing between stopping the attempt to break through or breaking through the True Seed early.
He wants it all!
Ji Jingqiu asked, "What's up with Knife Bro these days? I haven't been able to get in touch with him."
"He's got some family issues," Zhang Chongba said, sighing as he mentioned it. "It's a family dispute, and we can't help him with that. It's about his niece."
"Isn't it about the baby's first birthday?"
"Yeah, but her father suddenly changed his mind and doesn't want to see his daughter being tormented day and night..."
Zhang Chongba also found it hard to comment on this matter.
Ji Jingqiu nodded silently.
Not long after, Ji Anyu and Lou Qinglan bid farewell.
Zhang Chongba stayed and continued chatting with Ji Jingqiu.
From Ba Ge, Ji Jingqiu learned that the central area was actually a vast region encompassing four main stars: Taiwei, Tianyi, Xianchi, and Sishou, along with their respective satellites.
The central area in the eyes of the Federation's citizens referred to the three most economically developed planets.
But for martial artists, the central area was Sishou Star, which was also the "Heart's Will Immortal Zone" in Ji Jingqiu's understanding.
That place was the best breakthrough location for True Seed martial artists.
Cultivating a superior body technique generally carried high risks, often requiring ICU care. If it weren't for the advanced medical technology of the time, even out of a hundred martial artists, there might not be one who could successfully cultivate such a technique.
However, on Sishou Star, the risks were significantly reduced.
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Furthermore, after Ji Jingqiu went to Sishou Star, he could secretly report to the local Administration Bureau. His name was already registered there.
"If things go well with Lou Qinglan, it'll save you a lot of trouble," Zhang Chongba said seriously. "Even if it doesn't, you won't lose out. After all, you've already entered, and they can't possibly let you withdraw halfway, right?"
Ji Jingqiu: "..."
So, there was such a saying!
"Also, do you know how much money it takes to cultivate a superior body technique?" Zhang Chongba asked solemnly.
Ji Jingqiu shook his head.
He had asked his senior brother about this before.
His senior brother's intermediate body technique had cost him tens of millions.
For a superior body technique, it would probably be in the billions, right?
As expected.
"It's in the billions," Zhang Chongba confirmed. "Money is secondary. The key is the various precious materials required for cultivating the body technique, and they are tightly controlled by various families."
"Your uncles definitely want you to follow the path of the Dragon Tiger Dojo. They have connections and can offer you internal support at a discounted price."
"But what if, after you break through the True Seed and undergo the body technique compatibility test, you find that the Dragon Tiger Dojo's superior body techniques have low compatibility with you? What then?"
"So, we must broaden our options! For example, the Administration Bureau or Starlight Corporation. The latter is a member of the Xilin Commerce Alliance, which is one of the top alliances in the Federation with strong resource mobilization capabilities."
After Ba Ge left, Ji Jingqiu sought out Yang Shi and asked for his opinion.
Yang Shi pondered and said, "With the Ji Family's backing, there shouldn't be any issues. And in this world, having one more friend is always a good thing."
Ji Jingqiu nodded.
He made up his mind. Tomorrow, he would set off for the central area.
Yeah, he also needed to report to his superiors.
...
[Blood Luohan]: There's been a little accident.
[Bone Luohan]: ?
[Blood Luohan]: Ji Jingqiu was chosen by the Ji Family to accompany Lou Qinglan in advance to the central area to receive the legacy of Starlight Corporation.
[Bone Luohan]: He was chosen by the Ji Family?! How did he connect with them?!
[Blood Luohan]: My previous arrangement led this kid to expose someone from Starlight Corporation—at least, that's what the Ji Family believes. And Lou Qinglan is blood-related to the Ji Family.
[Bone Luohan]: ...
Today's chapter will be posted in the evening, and I'll try to make it at 10 o'clock.
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