Martial Arts: I Have a Wilderness World

Chapter 651: Chapter 332: Discussing Cooperation

Upon hearing Cheng Zongyang’s words, Lin Youfeng’s expression relaxed considerably. A faint smile touched his lips as he said,

"Excellent, Fellow Daoist Luo. Just as Steward Baili said, you’re a refreshingly frank person, so I’ll be direct. I have no intention of prying into the source of your backer’s Foundation Establishment Pills; that is, after all, a secret. However, I would like to ask if you can provide a long-term supply of these pills."

Cheng Zongyang’s expression remained impassive, but inwardly he thought, ’I knew they’d ask this. Good thing I prepared for it on the way here.’

He deliberately paused for more than ten breaths, as if in deep thought. Then, with a slightly troubled look, he slowly began to speak.

"Elder Lin, to be perfectly honest, I truly don’t know how many Foundation Establishment Pills our Commerce Association has left. I’ve only heard that they were discovered in the Pill Medicine Library of some ruins within the Profound Origin Secret Realm. What I do know is that I’m not the only one out here procuring supplies. Our Commerce Association has people making purchases throughout the spheres of influence of the three Main Cities: Li City, Kan City, and Zhen City."

As he spoke, Cheng Zongyang met Elder Lin’s gaze directly, his eyes clear and his voice steady and firm. It was a delivery that inspired belief.

Elder Lin narrowed his eyes slightly, scrutinizing Cheng Zongyang. Judging by his tone and the look in his eyes, he didn’t seem to be lying.

The implication was clear: there were a lot of Foundation Establishment Pills!

But he knew full well that in the Cultivation Immortality Realm, seeing is believing. Only what could actually be brought to the negotiating table was real.

He pondered for a moment before speaking slowly, "In that case, the Cyan Dragon Commerce Association would be very happy to deepen our cooperation with you. You can continue to use Foundation Establishment Pills as payment. Whatever you want, I have the authority to supply it to you at a lower price. Our headquarters has practically everything imaginable.

"This time, you’ve requested Arrays, Spirit Rice, the flesh and blood of Tier One Demon Beasts, the blood and flesh of Exotic Beasts, Ice and Fire Spirits, Tier One Talisman Materials, Tier One Finished Talismans, Alchemy Materials, Spirit Medicine, Spirit Tree and Spirit Fruit Seeds, Spiritual Object Fertilizer, a used Tier One Magical Treasure Space, as well as Spirit Stones and Spirit Crystals. These are all, indeed, supplies the Commerce Association requires.

"Our headquarters will offer an additional ten percent discount on top of the current prices, with no limit on quantity. All you need to do is bring more Foundation Establishment Pills for the exchange. Furthermore, we will value the Foundation Establishment Pills at the highest market price."

Cheng Zongyang thought for another moment before asking, "Is it too late to increase the quantities?"

The moment he spoke, both Baili Xi and Lin Youfeng shot him looks of surprise.

’He wants to increase the order? Does that mean... he has even more Foundation Establishment Pills on him?!’

The smile on Elder Lin’s face grew wider. "Of course, not a problem," he said with a laugh. "Shall we discuss the specific items and quantities, then?"

As he spoke, he motioned for Baili Xi to bring over the list, ready to discuss the details of the trade with Cheng Zongyang.

Baili Xi quickly retrieved the cargo manifest from his Storage Pouch and handed it to Lin Youfeng.

But Cheng Zongyang gently raised a hand to stop them. "There’s no rush. I have two more questions."

"Go ahead." Lin Youfeng placed the manifest on the table, the smile never leaving his face.

In the Ice and Fire Cultivation Immortality Realm, the Foundation Establishment Pill was the single most crucial elixir for any cultivator. Due to its limited availability, the price escalated year after year, and it perpetually existed in a state where there was demand but no supply, a priceless treasure that was never on the market.

Cheng Zongyang, composed and unhurried, said, "First, I’m already being watched by people from an Immortal Sect. It’s nothing major, but the Foundation Establishment Pills are the cause. Are you certain the Immortal Sect won’t interfere if I trade with you?"

Lin Youfeng’s expression faltered for a moment upon hearing this. He quickly recovered, however, and shook his head gently. "You needn’t worry about that. The Five Great Immortal Sects control the Ice and Fire Cultivation Immortality Realm. The reason all the various powers have coexisted peacefully for so many years is because the Immortal Sects have a very strict set of laws.

"One of those laws states that Immortal Sects will not meddle in any transactions between the lesser powers, nor do they permit their disciples to abuse their positions for personal gain. Of course, this doesn’t prevent trade between the powers and the Immortal Sects themselves. The only condition is that the interests of the Immortal Sects are not harmed.

"While the Foundation Establishment Pill is an incredibly important Cultivation Immortality Elixir, it’s something that can be produced by powers outside the Sects. It isn’t exclusive to the Immortal Sects, nor was it obtained from them, so they won’t get involved. The strictness of the Immortal Sects’ laws is precisely what maintains stability among the various powers."

Hearing this, Cheng Zongyang inwardly mulled over what Li Sanjiang had told him before. ’It seems he was telling the truth.’

’But that’s not important. As long as the Immortal Sects don’t actually move against me, I’ll be fine.’

’As for the rule against disciples abusing their power for personal gain... when faced with enormous benefits, how many could truly resist? The human heart is not so steadfast when tempted by profit.’

’That’s why, no matter what, I will never choose to do business with a Sect.’

"If that’s the case, then very well," Cheng Zongyang said. "I hope the scale of this transaction remains unknown to the Immortal Sect."

Lin Youfeng laughed heartily. "Rest assured. The Cyan Dragon Commerce Association has its own connections within the Immortal Sects."

"Then, for my second point," Cheng Zongyang continued, "I want the corpses of Cultivators, in unlimited quantities. I also need the Souls of Cultivators, also in unlimited quantities. Can your Commerce Association provide these?"

Upon hearing this, the expressions on Lin Youfeng and Baili Xi’s faces changed instantly. They both stared at Cheng Zongyang with wide eyes, their gazes filled with suspicion.

Seeing their reaction, Cheng Zongyang knew what they were thinking. He shook his head gently and began to explain,

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