Chapter 202: What Do You Think?

Chapter 202: Chapter 202: What Do You Think?

"Thank you, Senior Brother."

Ren Xunchun nodded. The sale of the property was unavoidable anyway. If it succeeded, he could participate in his Junior Brother’s plan. Even if he could only play a minor role, it was the only thing he could do.

If he were to truly quantify the debt of saving his life, he figured he would have to become Junior Brother Liu’s servant. But looking at the current situation, that was most likely out of the question.

"You’re welcome. If this succeeds, I’ll receive a share of the resources."

Xie Xichen shook his head. It was better to be upfront about this. After all, when Junior Brother Ren went to trade for Spiritual Cuisine later, he would surely find out anyway. Saying it now would prevent any damage to their relationship.

Ren Xunchun said no more, lowering his head to contemplate the property’s value. If it exceeded 230,000 Spirit Stones, then it didn’t matter—he had to show his gratitude for his life being saved one way or another. But if it wasn’t enough, he would feel a bit uncomfortable.

"Junior Brother Liu, what are your plans?"

Yang Haichen couldn’t help but ask. Since Junior Brother Liu was leaving, and he had eaten so much of his Spiritual Cuisine, he would definitely have to do his best to take care of the people Junior Brother Liu was arranging for. Although it might be inappropriate to say so, once Peak Master Mo left, his own master would become the new Peak Master. His own status would rise with the tide.

With that alone, looking after a single property would be no problem at all. If he became a True Disciple, he could even bring the property directly into Purple Cloud Valley. Although all management would be handed over to the Purple Bamboo Peak’s Hundred Affairs Hall, as a True Disciple, he would be able to receive a certain cut of the Spirit Stone profits.

"I don’t know yet. First, we need to find a property."

Liu Chen shook his head. He did have some ideas, but whether they could be realized depended on future developments. All of this required the property to be secured before preparations could be made. If he couldn’t even get the property, it was all just empty talk.

"If possible, I’d also like to arrange something for Jackal."

Yang Haichen nodded. Jackal didn’t really need arranging for, but he wanted to do something for his Junior Brother. All that Spiritual Cuisine wasn’t eaten for free. Helping out with something like this was nothing.

"That should be fine."

Liu Chen nodded, giving Senior Brother Yang a slightly stunned look. If Jackal had a place in the future property, then once Senior Brother Yang became a True Disciple, the entire business would have a chance to be integrated directly into Purple Cloud Valley. At that point, all their problems would be completely solved.

Liu Chen was very much looking forward to this. If he really did end up cultivating in the Black Feather Dynasty, he could still inquire about the situation in Purple Cloud Valley, which would give him some peace of mind.

"Then I’ll be waiting for your good news, Junior Brother."

Yang Haichen nodded in satisfaction. The Spiritual Cuisine wasn’t free. Xie Xichen and Ren Xunchun still had a transaction involving Spirit Stones, but he, the so-called collaborator, was the one who was truly getting a free meal.

"Count me in. I happen to have an unused Servant quota."

Ren Xunchun spoke up quickly. After hearing Yang Haichen’s words, his desire to acquire that property grew more urgent. He also now had a more perfect reason to persuade his family. The Grand Elder was about to become the Peak Master of Purple Bamboo Peak. Under such circumstances, building a good relationship with the Grand Elder’s only disciple was something all Cultivators wanted to do, and right now, there was an excellent opportunity.

"I have two more."

Xie Xichen said quietly. Although he didn’t know the specifics, even without Junior Brother Liu, the lineup for that property was already impressive enough. If possible, he could use this to give the Xie Family an extra layer of security. If his master’s arrangements went smoothly, he too would eventually have to leave the Great Xia Dynasty’s territory to venture out on his own.

"Then let’s wish ourselves success."

Liu Chen nodded. The initial plan was taking shape. ’Even if these three senior brothers might perish on their path of cultivation, surely not all three of them will die,’ he thought. As long as one of them lived to become a True Disciple, this property could be successfully integrated into Purple Cloud Valley.

"There’s something that’s been on my mind. Junior Brother, do you know what kind of power the Mo Family is?"

After they reached a simple agreement, Xie Xichen still hadn’t found a chance to speak with Liu Chen alone, so he could only voice his confusion now. He phrased his question tactfully. The number of True Disciples clearly didn’t add up. Based on the information he had, it was very likely that the missing True Disciples had been absorbed by the Mo Family.

"I’m not sure. But since it’s the place Master is returning to, as his disciple, I can only follow him back. I imagine it’s no less powerful than Purple Cloud Valley, though."

Liu Chen shook his head. He had no idea how strong the Mo Family truly was. However, the Bright Aperture Realm—a level that was already the ceiling in the Land of the Seven Kingdoms—was merely the Realm required to complete the Mo Family’s trial and return to the family. That alone spoke volumes. The Mo Family’s scale was definitely much larger than Purple Cloud Valley’s.

Apart from his master, Purple Cloud Valley probably had no other Cultivators at the Bright Aperture Realm. The official Sect Leader was merely at the Foundation Establishment Beginner level. Even if there were Supreme Elders hiding in the shadows, the chance of one of them being at the Bright Aperture Realm was not very high.

"That’s true."

Not getting the information he wanted didn’t disappoint Xie Xichen at all. Junior Brother Liu hadn’t even returned to the Mo Family yet; it would be strange if he knew anything. However, he guessed that the annual True Disciple trial might be an assessment—an assessment to see who could be selected by the Mo Family.

After they finished discussing business, the four of them chatted idly for a while longer. Seeing that it was getting late, Yang Haichen and the other two took their leave, leaving Liu Chen alone in the back garden to refine his plans.

Although his three senior brothers were already a form of insurance, future developments were uncontrollable. If Liu Chen could make the new property a part of Purple Cloud Valley’s assets ahead of time, that would naturally be for the best.

Two sets of footsteps approached at a steady pace. Dinner was almost ready, and Ye Linglong and Ji Suyao had returned through the back door.

"Sit. I have something to discuss with you."

Liu Chen opened his eyes and looked at his two junior sisters. They were the parties involved. Relaying the matter to their four elders would depend entirely on these two. Whether this plan could succeed depended on three key things: first, whether Senior Brother Ren could procure the property; second, whether the four seniors would agree; and third, whether Steward Lin of the Purple Bamboo Peak’s Hundred Affairs Hall would be accommodating.

The last step could be paved with Third Grade Spiritual Cuisine, so the probability of success was high. If Senior Brother Ren failed, Liu Chen would need to use the resources from the four seniors to buy the property himself. Only then could he ensure that his future plans would not be affected.

"What is it?"

Ji Suyao, who had been looking forward to dinner, was a little dejected. Ye Linglong, on the other hand, was lost in thought. She seemed to have guessed something but wasn’t entirely sure.

"I’ve discussed the matter of what will happen to your parents after they go to Purple Cloud Valley with my three senior brothers. If all goes well, we will buy a property in the Purple Cloud Valley Marketplace. Your parents can join it and cultivate in peace. What do you think?"