Chapter 1034 - 869: Eye-Opening Experience

The cultivation of the Golden-haired Rat Clan, mostly, is not very impressive, as almost all find it difficult to break through to the Human Immortal Realm. The reason being, when they were trapped in the Phoenix Clan's Divine Mountain, they were all bound with the Demon-locking Ring. Although the restraints have now been lifted, the pierced Demon Bone is hard to restore, essentially injuring the foundation of their cultivation, making breakthroughs difficult.

Basically, they must pin their hopes on the next generation.

Therefore, most of the Golden-haired Rat Clan cannot fly, and the Magic Artifact Wind Scale cannot be used here, so when they were brought to meet Shi Chun by Zhu Xiangxin, it was Hao Yingying who cast a spell to bring them.

Accompanying the group was Wu Jinliang, who couldn't help but wink and grin when he saw Shi Chun. On their way, Zhu Xiangxin, who had brought the news, accidentally informed them of the discovered vein. Others believed it, but he knew the truth, knowing well it was Shi Chun and San blending fact with fiction.

Of course, this detail is not crucial. What's important is proof that San can indeed find the Sandal Gold vein. The heavens above, we're really going to prosper endlessly. He couldn't wait to see what the legendary Sandal Gold vein looked like, and immediately asked upon landing, "Is it down there?"

Shi Chun stomped his foot and told everyone, "That's right, it's deep down there."

Wu Jinliang immediately rallied the Golden-haired Rat Clan, shouting, "Brothers, the time to get rich is now. What are we waiting for? Dig it up."

Hao Yingying waved to her clansmen, and a group of golden-haired rats excitingly echoed, "Dig!"

Shi Chun had promised them a share of the profits, so the more they dug, the more they would earn.

These demon rats, some bent forward diving in, others jumped into the sandy ground, all plunging in like diving into water, fluttering down into the sand below.

"I'll also go down to open my eyes," Wu Jinliang couldn't wait and performed a spell with a flick of his fingers. The sand split beneath him, and he instantly sank down, clearly also knowledgeable in Earth Escape Technique.

Shi Chun then said to Hao Yingying, "Old Huang, take me down there to take a look."

Honestly, Hao Yingying indeed looked quite wretched on the surface, just like a disreputable old fellow, one who usually carried himself improperly. But whenever facing Shi Chun, he immediately straightened up and treated him with due seriousness, showing a different attitude than that toward Wu Jinliang.

With Wu Jinliang, he was the type who could put his arm around his shoulders, whispering licentious words together. Yet with Shi Chun, it's hard to describe; if captured in context, it must be that term: Master!

There's no helping it; his fear of Shi Chun comes from every angle. Without even mentioning that Shi Chun had recreated the Golden-haired Rat Clan, or that their lives all rested in his hand, simply the mysterious and elusive methods Shi Chun exhibited were enough to intimidate him.

In front of Shi Chun, he dared not rely on his cultivation as a qualification.

"Alright." Following orders, Hao Yingying promptly performed the spell and led the way, quickly taking Shi Chun along as they pressed into the ground.

Fast speed was inevitable, considering today's cultivation was no longer what it once was. Wu Jinliang's half-baked Earth Escape Technique had actually been learned from him.

Currently, San had no concept of money, indifferent to whether to go down or not, thus did not follow in promptly. Zhu Xiangxin had already gone down for a look and knew what was happening below, staying on the surface to stand guard. There were several others, one Shi Chun left 'in reserve,' the others chosen for errands, as the cultivation of the Golden-haired Rat Clan was a given, and they indeed weren't suited for running errands.

And the so-called extremely wicked fellow left 'in reserve,' after looking around, approached Zhu Xiangxin and curiously asked, "Commander Zhu, what about Old Kan and Old Tu?"

Zhu Xiangxin casually replied, "Not everyone can guard here. Lord Shi sent them to continue searching."

The response was reasonable, and that man didn't think much of it, only couldn't help but marvel, "I heard that entering Yanfu Continent to mine, it can take a whole year to find a single vein. We found one on our first day here. Our commander's luck is really unmatched."

Not only him, but even Zhu Xiangxin, who personally discovered the vein, also fully agreed and was pleased. If luck could truly continue, even if the Two Realms Channel couldn't be opened, if they could dig out enough money, that would work too.

Although Shi Chun and Hao Yingying dove underground later, due to Hao Yingying's speedy escape, they were the first to break into that Sandal Gold vein, where dense beams of Sandal Gold Flame Energy surrounded them.

Penetrating deeper, Hao Yingying stops with a spell, glances around, flicks a finger, and the space around them rapidly expands. The sand layer quickly retreats, yet the Sandal Gold mixed within the sand remains unaffected, immediately transforming into a dreamlike shower of Sandal Gold Flame Energy before them.

What they call the rich throwing money about is a feeling completely different from this money rain scenario.

When the rain stops, a thick layer of Sandal Gold covers the ground beneath their feet. The word 'radiant' originally describes this moment.

This is all money. Even with Shi Chun's calmness, he can't help but grab a handful to observe closely, clicking his tongue in wonder, "This truly is an eye-opener."

Because the money taken out needs to be accounted for, everything brought in was logged, only a small portion used for lighting purposes.

And the real eye-opening experience is just beginning.

Before long, holes appeared overhead, and the Golden-haired Rat Clan emerged, all rejoicing with laughter and excitement.

Money, who doesn't like it? Having left the Phoenix Clan's Divine Mountain for so many years, one naturally knows the benefits of money.

Everyone gleefully scavenged for sandal gold.

Similar to Huang Yingying's move earlier, they all used escape techniques to clear the sand layer, sweeping the fallen sandal gold directly into their bags with astonishing speed, leaving Shi Chun in awe.

Shi Chun knew very well that regardless of one's cultivation level, distinguishing between mixed sand and sandal gold deep underground is a time-consuming delicate task. First, your perception needs to distinguish each grain of sand from each grain of sandal gold to perform the separation, not to mention the problem of strong ground pressure. However, now it's different, as using an Earth Attribute Technique makes it easy to separate them.

Previously, it was only from Bo Wang Money House's Cui Cai that I heard people skilled in Earth Attribute Technique were needed. Now, I truly have a direct experience...

Under the rain curtain at the eaves, water fell like a curtain.

Lei Ying hurriedly came over and saw Gong Shaoci's solitary and lonely figure at the end of the corridor. He paused, aware from the back that this Young Master's mood wasn't good, fearing to approach as the Young Master's surface politeness was for others, whereas in private, he showed his true nature.

He didn't know what had happened during his absence.

But ultimately he had to face it, and finally braced himself to approach, greeted, and asked, "Greetings, Young Master. Is something troubling you, Young Master?"

Gong Shaoci glanced at him, didn't lose his temper, but sighed with some helplessness, "What's there to be troubled about? My uncle is warning me again with his cryptic words, questioning our business operations here again, saying I'm bad at managing. Sigh, now there's barely a legitimate reason remaining. Just make a mistake and those businesses might be gone. I don't even dare to breathe heavily now."

"Sigh." Lei Ying couldn't help but sigh lightly as well. Outsiders wouldn't know of this one's difficulties.

Gong Shaoci raised his hand to slide the rainwater from the railing, "Alright, tell me about your matter. How did the Water Mansion Grandmother respond?"

Lei Ying was slightly embarrassed, "Didn't see her."

Gong Shaoci exclaimed, "Not at the Water Mansion?"

Lei Ying shook his head, "She was there, but looked down on me. After notification, she said I wasn't qualified to see her, said that I'll be dealt with once the Prime Minister comes, and the servants just sent me away."

Gong Shaoci turned around and frowned, staring at him, "So you did nothing on this trip?"

Lei Ying inwardly grumbled, even if you went, that old witch likely wouldn't bother with you either. On the surface, he spoke seriously, "It wasn't a wasted trip. Although I didn't see the Water Mansion Grandmother, I managed to meet Mr. Bai and informed him that Shi Chun has gone to Yanfu Continent."

Mr. Bai was equivalent to the Water Mansion's manager, and Gong Shaoci perked up, asking, "What did Mr. Bai say?"

Lei Ying shook his head and smiled bitterly, "They were quite frank. They want to find a chance to deal with Shi Chun, but Shi Chun's current status is there. If the Water Mansion dares to break the rules, the Heavenly Court wouldn't spare them. Yanfu Continent is indeed a great place to make a move, but the cost is too high. A 'Gold Collection Order' requires billions, which the Water Mansion can't afford, nor do they possess. They can't get in."

Gong Shaoci snorted, "They don't dare to make a move outside, and they don't dare to enter Yanfu Continent inside. That old witch's huge reputation is mere words…"

Saying this seemed to get a bit worked up, he turned his head to question, "If that guy manages to bring out a huge amount of sandal gold from Yanfu Continent, do you know what the consequence would be? Once he fills his huge deficit, he'll secure his position as Commander, his value will increase, and he'll be more appreciated by Miao Dingyi.

Who is Miao Dingyi? One of the six pivotal figures of the Bowan Building, controlling all banks and trades of Bowan Building in Nanshan. Whoever marries his daughter will have their goods enter Bowan Building, spreading throughout all of Nanshan, and possibly even across the entire Cultivation World. The position of Bowan Building's owner won't stay vacant forever; it'll definitely be chosen from the six pivotal figures, and Miao Dingyi has a great chance. If I marry his daughter, who in the family would dare covet our branch's business? Would uncle still dare to admonish me readily? Even grandpa would need to think more before speaking to me someday!"

Lei Ying hung his head and listened to the lecture with helplessness. Who didn't understand this reasoning? The key is whether they'd want to marry their daughter to you.

After the Young Master had finished venting his feelings, Lei Ying said helplessly, "Young Master, the current problem is, without 'Gold Collection Order' one can't enter, and those with 'Gold Collection Order' wouldn't go in at this time. It seems that there's a cycle to mining inside, going in now isn't about making money, it's about losing. If any family can form a team to enter, with the Water Mansion Grandmother's influence, it shouldn't be too difficult to secretly arrange a person or two inside, and by then, it might not just be the Water Mansion seeking Shi Chun's life."

Gong Shaoci angrily said, "What nonsense cycle of mining? Why would Shi Chun enter now? Isn't he afraid of losing? Doesn't he fear…" At this point, he suddenly paused, a light bulb flashed in his mind, a glint gradually appeared in his eyes, moving closer to Lei Ying, speaking in a low voice, "Why do you think Shi Chun entered now?"

Lei Ying said, "Isn't it because he's forced to? He's trying to find a way to fill up the pit that Wuyu Inn was mortgaged for, otherwise…"

"No, you're wrong." Gong Shaoci directly denied, speaking softly, "Think of it another way, if people learn that Shi Chun entering now can make a huge fortune, or rather, if people learn that entering now can make a huge fortune, would others with a 'Gold Collection Order' proceed to enter? It's not that they don't want to enter; they just lack a reason to do so. How to provide them a reason to believe, that's what you should be considering now."

"…" Lei Ying was stunned, realizing, understanding, and found it hard to believe that the Young Master came up with such a clever plan, immediately delighted, said, "Understood, Young Master rest assured, I know what to do now."