The banquet gradually drew to a close. It was already four in the morning, and most of the guests had departed.

A lot happened that night.

Zhang Bin had thoroughly defeated Lv Yuze, becoming the new godfather of the entertainment industry. His King of Gamblers Entertainment Co., Ltd., having absorbed all the artists from Baoyu Entertainment Limited, was immediately on the right track, with a bright and booming future fully expected.

However, something had also happened that caught Zhang Bin completely off guard. He had been targeted by the Living Ghosts—or more precisely, he had been on their radar for the past six months. A full year had not yet passed, so they hadn't come knocking on his door. Otherwise, even if Lin Youlan hadn't recognized him this time, he estimated his identity would have been exposed to the Living Ghosts regardless, simply because his performance had been too exceptional.

It was clear that the path for a rising genius was exceptionally rough, as many people would set their sights on them, including all manner of fiends and ghouls. Therefore, without the protection of a powerful sect, most geniuses would perish prematurely. Zhang Bin's path to success was fraught with so many powerful foes and hardships precisely because he lacked the protection of a powerful sect.

Luckily, he possessed a magical phone that allowed him to contact Gao Si on Xuanwu Star. He could obtain information and assistance from Gao Si, turning danger into safety time and time again.

Right now, Zhang Bin was sitting on a sofa in a reception room, chatting leisurely with Master Tianlong, Zhao Dawei, and China's King of Gamblers, Li Yinuo, who had yet to leave.

After exchanging a few pleasantries, Li Yinuo said sincerely, "Zhang Bin, I came to your company's celebration banquet this time not only to offer my congratulations but also to propose a partnership."

"A partnership? Don't tell me you also want to enter the entertainment industry to make movies and TV shows?" Zhang Bin asked, astonished.

"I don't have your wide array of talents, so of course I won't be making films. I'm sticking to my old profession," Li Yinuo said. "What I mean is, we should jointly set up a casino in Macau."

"That's your turf. Wouldn't it be better for you to make all the money yourself?" Zhang Bin looked at him as if he were a monster.

"Brother, you just don't understand. In recent years, foreign powers have been relentlessly infiltrating Macau, and many casinos are now actually controlled by foreigners," Li Yinuo explained. "Even though I took second place in the World King of Gamblers competition, my strength alone isn't enough to contend with the countless casino experts out there. I can only watch helplessly as our market share dwindles and countless fortunes are pocketed by foreigners. If we establish a casino together, not only can we intimidate them and curb their expansion, but we can also reclaim our market share. We could even expand and open casinos in America, the Island Nation, and White Swan Country!"

"Yes, exactly! You two should join forces, break out of the country, and take on the world," Zhao Dawei said excitedly.

"Those foreigners are getting too arrogant. It's time to teach them a lesson," Master Tianlong added, brimming with killing intent.

Now that the terrifying scourge of the Genetically Enhanced Humans had been eliminated, America was not as brazen as before, and China could finally hold its head high. In terms of individual strength, China still held the reins. This presented a good opportunity—a perfect chance to expand beyond national borders. Expanding their influence abroad was tantamount to bolstering the nation's strength.

However, Zhang Bin's brows furrowed. "Brother Li, although I was lucky enough to win the title of King of Gamblers, I don't have much interest in the gambling industry. Besides, I'm swamped with too many things right now. I don't have the energy to manage it as well."

Of course, the real reason was not a lack of energy, but the concept of virtue. As his cultivation level increased, his understanding of virtue had deepened. He had even come to comprehend its counterpart: vice. What the people support is virtue; what the masses condemn is vice. It is difficult to accumulate virtue in the gambling industry, but it is very easy to accumulate vice. Gambling often leads people to financial ruin and tears families apart, which are acts of vice with almost no virtue to be gained.

In contrast, the medical and entertainment industries he was involved in were prime for accumulating virtue with almost no associated vice. After all, the medical industry saved countless lives, and the people saved were bound to be more good than evil. The entertainment industry brought laughter to audiences while also educating the public to be kind or to strive for their goals, helping people grasp certain truths. That, too, was a form of virtue.

Furthermore, Zhang Bin currently had to focus all his efforts on dealing with the crisis from the Netherworld Organization. He had no time to start a casino.

Li Yinuo was greatly disappointed and utterly puzzled. Clearly, he had not grasped the secret of virtue, nor could he have imagined the extreme danger Zhang Bin was in.

Master Tianlong, however, seemed to understand something. He said with a smile, "Zhang Bin, protecting our homeland and defending it from foreign powers is also a form of virtue. If you were to get involved in the gambling industry, establish a new order, and reduce its many evils, how could that not be a virtuous act? If the money earned were used to build roads and bridges and to aid the poor, the virtue would be immeasurable."

"I'll consider this matter carefully, Mr. Li. I'll give you an answer in a while."

Zhang Bin felt that Master Tianlong had a point. If he could earn money from a casino without expending much effort and then use that money for charity, he should be able to gain virtue. This would benefit his cultivation and perhaps even allow him to reach the Golden Core Realm more quickly, so he kept his options open.

Overjoyed, Li Yinuo shot a grateful glance at Master Tianlong before excitedly outlining his plans and their financial prospects to help Zhang Bin make his decision.

They did not leave until dawn.

Zhang Bin let out a long breath. He desperately wanted to ask Master Tianlong about the Netherworld Organization and the Living Ghosts, but he held back. He worried that a Living Ghost might be hiding nearby and could overhear their conversation. The consequences would be unimaginable.

After all the guests had gone, the staff Su Man had brought cleaned the villa until it was once again spotless. The now-empty villa felt vast and deserted. Ma Rufei and Chen Chaoyue were both drunk and passed out in their rooms. Su Man, Zhu Danyan, and Mi Yiyao were also exhausted and had found a room to sleep in. The Twelve Golden Flowers had also paired or tripled up in rooms, all sleeping soundly.

Zhang Bin returned to his room to rest as well.

He sat cross-legged on the bed, appearing to be in a state of cultivation, but in reality, he was deep in thought. At the same time, he was mentally reading through the information Gao Si had sent him. Yes, Gao Si had transmitted a great deal of data about the Living Ghosts to his phone to help him better contend with the Netherworld Organization.

Suddenly, a faint smile appeared on his face. Just a moment ago, Gao Si had transferred all the treasures he needed directly into his Space Ring.

Since the Spiritual Eye Pill is in my hands, I must cultivate the Spiritual Eye today! Then I'll be able to see the invisible Living Ghosts!

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