Once Tang Feng established his position and the word spread, it was unstoppable.

Countless loose cultivators flooded into the four cities. These people brought not just popularity, but also an abundance of resources. Tang Feng was determined to use these people to move the surrounding resources of the four cities back, without having to pay anything himself.

The herbs needed for the Divine Pill were also gathered by them, leading to a no-cost net profit. And the loose cultivators, if they stayed, were bound to spend money, which was all assured income.

In just ten days, the revenue had surpassed a year's worth of taxes for the four cities. Tang Feng couldn't help but gasp when he received the report.

Indeed, only by expanding the scale could he earn more.

No matter how strong one person is, there are limits to how far they can reach.

Watching the endless flow of cultivators, busy and hurried within the city, Tang Feng couldn't help but nod approvingly. This was the scene he hoped to see.

Only with a constant stream of people can business thrive. Once business thrives, his tax revenue will rise.

To support so many soldiers, the money cannot be lacking.

Of course, he could use Divine Pills instead, depending on their willingness.

So, Tang Feng outlined two standards for military expenses: one in Void Essence Crystals, one in Divine Pills.

Self-selection, extremely humane, and such Divine Pills couldn't be bought outside, so most Divine Weapons opted for the Divine Pills.

They were not short of money for the time being.

With higher cultivation, would they lack money?

Yao Yi and the others stood by Tang Feng, watching as Border City stepped into an era of prosperity, unable to suppress a rare smile.

"Are you satisfied with this sight?"

Tang Feng shook his head, "This is only the beginning. To have prosperity, one must have the strength to match it. Without strong strength, such prosperity cannot be protected and will instead attract a pack of wolves."

"You're right, indeed. So, next, you have to deal with the Elder from Bitch Palace, and I dare say that the person coming this time might not rank lower than our Master. You need to prepare a countermeasure because women are often unreasonable." Yao Yi said.

"I know, I am mainly worried about you all, as your behavior is akin to betraying the sect, which is absolutely not allowed." Tang Feng said.

"Don't worry, we know how to handle it, but we also rely on you to get through this crisis."

"I will prepare well. About what time will they arrive?"

"They will arrive tonight."

"Prepare a dinner for welcoming them, they are family after all. I'll try to avoid conflict if I can." Tang Feng said, then began to walk around in the City Lord Mansion.

The women knew Tang Feng was setting up an array.

Seeing him so composed and assured, they too felt reassured.

The boat will naturally straighten when it reaches the bridge—no need to worry excessively, just focus on preparing for the reception.

Time slowly passed.

As night fell, a Divine Ship appeared above the City Lord Mansion.

This scene caught the attention of many.

Because the Divine Ship bore the emblem of Yaochi Palace, many instantly regarded Yaochi Palace as Tang City's backing.

However, they did not know that those from Yaochi Palace wore grim expressions.

One of the five elders of Yaochi Palace, a figure above Yao Yue, descended into the City Mansion Garden with ten core disciples.

And Tang Feng and six women came out to greet them.

"Greetings to the Third Elder, greetings to all senior sisters." Yao Yi and the six women were very nervous, as these were their seniors and the most powerful group of disciples in Yaochi Palace. Yet they showed no negligence.

"You are Tang Feng!" said the Yaochi Palace's Third Elder.

"Yes, elder, please." Tang Feng remained low-key. For the sake of Yao Yue and others, he didn't mind.

The other party clearly placed themselves on a high pedestal, as if this was Yaochi Palace's territory.

Tang Feng smiled, not concerned.

In the parlor, the Yaochi Palace Elder sat down, while the other disciples stood behind her, an indication of her considerable authority within the palace.

And Yao Yi and the others didn't dare sit, standing behind Tang Feng.

"Elder, please have some tea."

"No need, I require an explanation."

"I don't understand what you mean, Elder?" Tang Feng said.

The Yaochi Palace Elder smiled, "The Palace Master's intent is simple, exchange the four cities for Yao Yue's freedom."

"Hah---Elder must be joking, Yao Yue is not something to be bartered, and the cities were secured by a million troops—not something I can decide alone."

Upon hearing this, the Yaochi Palace Elder was startled, a million troops, the kid must be bluffing!

But she dared not underestimate, though she didn't take it too seriously. Given Yaochi Palace's strength, the mere four cities weren't worthy of notice, so she said, "Tang Feng, I am not discussing with you; this is the stance of Yaochi Palace."

"Alright, I understand. So, Elder, do you have anything else to say?" Tang Feng smiled.

"What is this attitude of yours, are you accepting or not?"

"How could one accept, four cities weren't easily gained; they came at the cost of slaughtering hundreds of thousands of Void Essence Beasts." Tang Feng shook his head with a smile.

"Don't fail to grasp the situation, it seems you are set on opposing Yaochi Palace."

"If that's how Elder sees it, there's nothing I can do." Tang Feng replied.

The Yaochi Palace Elder stood up, looking extremely displeased. She didn't expect a mere small City Lord to dare defy Yaochi Palace.

"Do you know what consequences this will have?"

"Yes, either you die, or I perish." Tang Feng smiled.

"Arrogant, do you dare to challenge my palace? Truly reckless." The Yaochi Elder left, the ten core disciples looking a bit confused but still followed her.

Yao Yi and the others were puzzled.

"Ah Feng, this doesn't seem right, why did she leave?"

Tang Feng laughed, "That elder isn't simple. She knows she can't beat me here or sensed danger, so she chose to temporarily retreat."

"Indeed, she is one of our sect's top experts, definitely not to be underestimated. I fear she has another intention." Yao Yi said.

"As long as she's in the city, she can't stir up any trouble." Tang Feng smiled confidently.

Yao Yi's tense heart eased a little, "What about dinner?"

"We eat it ourselves." Tang Feng called for others, looking at the tableful of dishes, began to eat.

He wouldn't lower his status to cater to those women.

Some people can't be indulged.

Indeed, the Yaochi Palace Elder was extremely angry after leaving the City Lord Mansion, wishing to crush it with one palm, but unfortunately, she couldn't.

The array patterns flickered intermittently, as if to assert their power.

She never thought this matter would become so tricky during this journey.

"Master, where are we going now?" a core disciple asked.

"To the mining area."

"Yes, Master." The group boarded the Divine Ship, arriving shortly at the edge of the mining area.

However, they could not locate the existence of the mining area.

"Impossible, the coordinates are right here." The core disciples repeated several times with the same result.

"What is going on?"

"Master, the mining area is gone."

The Yaochi Palace Elder flew out of the Divine Ship to the coordinates, about to descend, when a powerful Sword Qi slashed at her.

In a hurry, she quickly wielded her sword to counter it, a tremendous force sent her flying, taking a moment to stabilize her divine sense, feeling the upheaval within her chest, showcasing its power.

However, the opponent seemed to have not even made a move.

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