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"What does this 'Thunderstorm' Fellow mean?"
"Three hundred thousand Sixth-Rank Soul Stones, it's indisputable that I can secure it. Is he deliberately sending me money?"
"He previously received six bottles of Dragon Blood for free, and now he's sending me this amount of money; I suppose it's somewhat acceptable."
Wei Chen thought to himself, giving a slight nod to Thunderstorm.
As the auction concluded, no one dared to raise the price on Thunderstorm's bid. Although Divine Beast Blood was precious, three hundred thousand Sixth-Rank Soul Stones had already reached its limit; there was simply no possibility of further bidding.
Moreover, given Thunderstorm's status, who would dare to challenge him?
To raise the bid would mean going against Thunderstorm and the Fire Sect.
In fact, even if Thunderstorm offered ten thousand, no one would compete.
The face of the Human Race Leader must be respected by all.
The auction, attended only by top figures from the Central Domain, was not as heated as those ordinary auctions within the City-States.
Yet each bid raised the Soul Stones by amounts unimaginable to ordinary people.
The more successful individuals were, the calmer they remained.
Those with less capability tended to shout louder.
This phenomenon is consistent everywhere; those who scream in desperation are often the least capable. Why would truly capable people need to raise their voices?
The louder they are, the more it signifies their lack of confidence.
What appeared to be a low-key and simple auction revealed itself to Musa, the host, after it ended—his own collar was soaked through.
The enormous Soul Stone and the formidable figures of the Central Domain created a suffocating atmosphere filled with low-key words and humble attitudes.
"I'd rather attend those lower-tier auctions where the atmosphere is lively and I can joke around than deal with these insidious powerhouses. Now I understand why Wei Chen didn't want to be the sect leader; it was because he feared the trouble."
Musa returned the prominent figures to their rooms and found Wei Chen, complaining, "Brother Wei, dealing with those big shots is really difficult. Anyone hosting this kind of auction would break out in a cold sweat."
"Just treat it with a calm mind; what is there to fear?" Wei Chen replied with a smile.
"How can I not be afraid? Each one of them is more powerful and influential than the last. Being around them makes me feel like I don't even have the right to speak. Don't be fooled by how our Peach Blossom Sect is thriving now; compared to those Ninth-Rank Powers, even the lesser Blackwater Sect or Cloud Spirit Sect, we can't compete."
Wei Chen shook his head. "Don't underestimate yourself or overestimate others. Our Peach Blossom Sect is no worse than any Cloud Spirit Sect."
"Well, we are still a newly established Cloud Spirit Sect. It's better to keep a low profile when facing those established ones. Our numbers are simply too few. Sure, we have many strong members now—Donghua Master, Gu Yuehong, Ni Junlin—they're all top-notch experts. But when you leave, they will surely go with you, right?"
Musa looked at Wei Chen with concern. He knew that aside from Han Mang, Han Che, and Pharmaceutical Sovereign, everyone else would likely follow Wei Chen when he departed.
If that happens, what good will it do? Can the remaining members of Peach Blossom Sect support it? Relying on that formation provides safety for now, but we can't hide on Cang Mountain forever.
Considering all this, Musa felt that his own strength was still too weak. Relying on Wei Chen and Donghua, Gu Yuehong, and Ni Junlin was unrealistic; he could only cautiously maintain good relations with those Major Forces and try not to get involved in any conflicts.
Hiding one's light and biding time was what Peach Blossom Sect needed to do now.
Musa had already become the sect leader of Peach Blossom Sect; there were many matters he needed to consider. He was no longer the carefree Mister Mu he once was. Back in Wushuang City, Musa had been so glorious!
After hesitating for a moment, Wei Chen nodded. "You're right; Peach Blossom Sect isn't strong yet, but with such a solid foundation, why worry about not being able to grow? We should find a suitable opportunity to expand our forces."
"Now is the best opportunity. Under Cang Mountain, there are so many people, many of whom belong to no Cloud Spirit Sect forces. We Peach Blossom Sect are the righteous force of Central Domain; under the banner of justice, we can attract quite a few people. The Central Domain is chaotic and disordered; establishing ourselves in the name of justice gives us a chance to grow."
Musa's eyes sparkled as he looked at Wei Chen. Although he was the sect leader, he still preferred to consult Wei Chen on every detail and seek his advice.
Wei Chen shrugged and smiled. "Musa, now that you're the sect leader, you should show some leadership qualities. Stop hesitating; if you have something in mind, think it through and just do it. If you're really unsure, negotiating with Old Man Han Mang is also an option. Don't come running to me for everything; as you said, we're leaving soon. When that time comes, you'll have to make your own decisions. While we're still here, you can afford to make mistakes—with Donghua Master and the others around, any mistake won't be a real mistake. Once we leave, you won't have the luxury of making careless errors anymore. Do you understand?"
"Alright, I'll do it my way," Musa nodded at Wei Chen and quickly left.
He was now acting with vigor, no longer the hesitant Mister Mu he once was. With the Peach Blossom Sect newly established, there were many matters awaiting his attention. Yet, he would always consult Wei Chen first, and it turned out that his ideas were mostly sound; consulting Wei Chen seemed somewhat unnecessary.
In fact, to become a true leader, one must have their own judgment and not seek others' opinions on everything. The authority of a sect leader is forged through repeated decisions; no one is born a leader without experience.
At this point, Wei Chen completely delegated power to Musa, allowing him to make decisions on his own. Even if something went wrong, it could still be salvaged for now. Once Wei Chen and his group left, there would be no chance for mistakes. A moment's inattention could revert the Peach Blossom Sect back to its original state, forcing it to retreat to Cang Mountain.
Just as Musa departed, Elegant arrived.
The voluptuous and charming Elegant was still using her usual tactics—her alluring gaze, seductive tone, and graceful figure.
"Wei Chen, congratulations! In such a short time since you came to the Central Domain, you've achieved what ordinary families can't accomplish in dozens of generations," Elegant said with a smile that brimmed with temptation.
However, Wei Chen had no interest in appreciating Elegant's flirtation. He took out a vial of Divine Beast Blood and handed it to her. "Keep this safe and be careful on your way back."
"I understand," Elegant nodded, putting away her flirtatious smile and adopting a serious tone. "Wei Chen, when will you fulfill your promise to help me?"
"What do you mean?"
"Help me secure the position of President at Dingsheng Trading Company and eliminate Dongxing Trading Company. You saw their attitude today; they treat me with utter disdain," Elegant stated.
Wei Chen hesitated for a moment and frowned. "Elegant, is there no possibility for reconciliation?"
"No, there's no chance for reconciliation. Dingsheng Trading Company and Dongxing Trading Company have been bitter rivals for hundreds of years; the enmity runs deep. Even if Thunderstorm intervenes, reconciliation is impossible."
Elegant fixed her gaze on Wei Chen and asked, "You've accepted my Soul Stone; do you intend to back out?"
"Of course not. I just think that if we can avoid conflict, we should try our best to do so. Only when there are no other options should we resort to action."
"The current situation hasn't reached the point where action is necessary yet. If you have other matters to attend to, feel free to handle those first. Once you're done with your affairs, then you can help me."
Hearing Elegant's words, Wei Chen felt a wave of guilt rising from deep within him.
He looked at Elegant intently and said, "When the people from Dongxing Trading Company return, I'll have Gu Yuehong take action. First, eliminate that group, then let Gu Yuehong accompany you back to Dingsheng Trading Company to seize your position as President as soon as possible. After that, we’ll head to the headquarters of Dongxing Trading Company and wipe them out completely!"
After Wei Chen finished speaking, he added, "Destroying Dongxing Trading Company is simple; the challenge lies in finding a suitable excuse. If we can find the right justification, it will be easy. But if we can't find an excuse and destroy Dongxing Trading Company, when I leave Soul World, the Peach Blossom Sect might face retaliation, and I would be powerless to help."
"What? You're planning to leave Soul World?" Elegant exclaimed in surprise.
She had considered that someone like Wei Chen would eventually leave Soul World, but she hadn't expected him to do so at this moment.
With his strength at Human Soul Realm Level Six, he was still far from the peak of the Soul Realm. Why would he want to leave so soon?
A hint of reluctance appeared in Elegant's eyes.
"Yes, I will leave within six months at the earliest or a year at the latest. Before I go, I must resolve everything I can; otherwise, I won't be able to leave in peace," Wei Chen said softly, unable to bear looking into Elegant's sorrowful gaze.
Elegant remained silent for a while before asking, "Can't you wait a little longer before leaving?"
"I can't. I carry many burdens that you cannot understand, and I cannot share them with you. Those burdens can only be shouldered by me alone, step by step."
Upon hearing Wei Chen's words, the sorrow in Elegant's eyes deepened.
"Wei Chen, don't you have any lingering feelings for Soul World?" Elegant asked softly as she gazed into his eyes.
Her words carried meaning, and with her expression, Wei Chen understood immediately.
He understood but felt helpless.
With a long sigh, Wei Chen replied, "Elegant, there are many things here worth cherishing, but compared to the burdens I carry, those things are nothing."
"I know." Elegant nodded slightly, her eyes already glistening with tears.
Suddenly, Elegant lifted her head, biting her lip, and looked stubbornly at Wei Chen. "Wei Chen, since your time is running out, can you give me a chance now?"
"What chance?"
"The chance to be your woman!" Elegant said each word deliberately.
Wei Chen was taken aback; what on earth was happening?
But in the next moment, Wei Chen's eyes nearly popped out of his head.
Under his gaze, Elegant bit her lip tightly, her delicate hands trembling, her body swaying as her garments slipped away one by one.
A mature and alluring figure, smooth and fair as jade, presented itself before Wei Chen.
Seeing the majestic curves, the waist that could be grasped with one hand, and the captivating contours of her body, Wei Chen's eyes widened as he swallowed hard.
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